Despite what Republicans and right-wing media outlets say, Joe Biden is not a bleeding heart liberal, and certainly is not a radical leftist. Yet that very radicalism which those on the right demonize and falsely attribute to President Biden may be the very thing this country needs to solve its problems. Joe Biden will never be the candidate of change, Marianne Williamson could be.
Read MoreVirginia Governor Glenn Youngkin has been cited as a potential Republican presidential candidate, either in 2024 or some time down the road, and some actions he has taken as governor indicate a national ambition. However, Youngkin continues to poll poorly in national primary polls, and decisions he makes with a national eye have often come at the expense of the Virginians he vowed to serve for four years.
Read MoreWith millions of English language learners in schools across the United States, there is a lot of pressure placed upon them to gain competencies in acquiring English speaking abilities. This pressure can often lead to students losing their primary language or feeling as though their cultural identities are repressed or not welcomed within the classroom. Both the government and educators are tasked with finding a solution to enabling students to effectively learn English without sacrificing their identities.
Read MorePassed on December 13th, 2022, the respect for marriage act faced many hurdles in the legislative process. It sought to provide protections for interracial and same-sex couples and their marriages. The bill as it was passed through the House of Representatives, was faced with backlash from Republican voters and legislators who feared the bill would infringe upon their rights to freedom of religion. Senators grappled with the issue of amending the bill to protect the fundamental right of marriage and the right to religious practice and expression.
Read MoreThe United States limits its guest worker visas to a few sectors of the economy. The vast majority of these visas are issued to Mexican citizens, with very few available to Central Americans. Expanding access could reduce exploitation, strengthen the economy and ease pressure on the southern border.
Read MoreRecent evidence has surfaced exposing congressman George Santos of multiple campaign fabrications that could change the future of US elections.
Read MoreOften times, the American people are told that only incremental, slow change can be achieved. They are told that moderate politicians have ostensibly the same goal, to help, but are just more realistic than "radicals" like Bernie Sanders. Despite consistent polling to the contrary, politicians aligned with corporations have claimed that they stand with the people in opposition to a stronger social safety net. These are lies. Through corporate induced, profit motivated obstructionism, supposedly "moderate" politicians blocked popular initiatives while those who advocated the bill shied away from confrontation to the detriment of their cause.
Read MoreIn constitutional questions regarding police encounters, the Supreme Court often defers these decisions to Congress. In doing so, the rights of citizens to seek justice for the wrongful behavior of law enforcement officers are left in the hands of hyperpolarized politicians who fail to hold police accountable, leaving the rights of citizens in legal limbo.
Read MoreWhen partisan divides appear stronger and more rancorous than ever, many Americans have been left without hope for the political future. Yet, in the midst of these tensions, there have been notable instances of bipartisan efforts across levels of government.
Read MoreThe process of student tracking, despite seeming practical, has had many unhindered consequences on student education, particularly with the education of minority students. At first glance, this system makes perfect sense by having students placed into classes seemingly catered to their experience and abilities, but studies on the effects of tracking suggest it may be perpetuating systemic racial and socioeconomic inequality.
Read MoreThe first amendment clearly states that the federal government shall not interfere with US citizens’ religious freedom. But does this mean that religion and politics are completely separated in the United States today?
Read MoreOver recent decades, Congress has progressively grown less effective, forcing the Supreme Court to address these issues in ways that are inconsistent with public opinion. Recent controversial decisions have led to questions regarding the legitimacy of the Supreme Court and the need for judicial reforms.
Read MoreThroughout history, the sports entertainment industry has been considered a beloved spectacle that creates inerasable memories and unites communities around the globe, but it is becoming increasingly evident that these events have often been used to cover up more pain than the joy they provide. Powerful agencies use the sports industry as a guise for their cruel and monstrous crimes, and nowhere is that more evident than the upcoming World Cup in Qatar, requiring immediate action from everyone - even the fans behind the screen.
Read MoreDobbs v Jackson Women's Health and a strong summer for Biden have created the conditions for Democrats to potentially keep the House. In a race where every seat counts, the party needs to embrace effective campaigning to boost their chances.
Read MorePolitical spending from anonymous donors—dark money—has infected American politics on both sides of the aisle through elections and the court system. One Senator in particular has been on a years-long crusade to shine light on the problem, but his most recent attempt was blocked in the Senate. Voters deserve accountability in government and it is our representatives’ responsibility to take action on dark money.
Read MoreWhen it comes to sexism and gender norms, it’s simple to point fingers at men. What if it’s not that easy in reality?
Read MoreIn a midterm election expected to break records for campaign spending, increased scrutiny has been placed on the contributions of Super PACs and mega-donors. Reigning in those sources of dark money is key to citizens maintaining control of our democracy.
Read MoreOne woman’s death has shaken the nation, shifting the trajectory of the Islamic Republic of Iran. This event is not a call for Western civilizations to save women; instead, it is a call to action against the existing institutions of Iran and the necessity to deconstruct a harmful binary.
Read MoreWith the recent destruction of Hurricane Fiona on Puerto Rico, the US now seeks to quickly provide aid to the territory. But even as they attempt to do so, they’ve continued to ignore a better, long-term solution that would supply greater benefits to the island: statehood.
Read MorePierre Poilievre’s antics are concerning, but does he really represent a trend towards populism?
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