10 Common Myths About the American Justice System
Let’s be real, most of what people think they know about the American justice system comes from TV shows…
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The Renaming of Columbus Day: A Reflection on America’s Evolving Identity
Columbus Day, traditionally celebrated on the second Monday of October, has been a longstanding national holiday in the United…
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When “Show Your Badge” Fails: What Citizens Can Legally Do if a Plainclothes “Agent” Is Forcing Someone Into a Car
As covert policing tactics rise, a troubling legal paradox emerges: Americans may face prosecution for defending someone from what…
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The Surprising Modern Lessons of Mahatma Gandhi: 10 Ways His Ideas Still Shape Our World
Gandhi’s century-old playbook for justice feels eerily designed for today’s battles over climate, inequality, and truth.
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10 Ways a Government Shut Down Can Effect You
A government shutdown is more than political theater; it disrupts paychecks, closes parks, delays food aid, and ripples through the economy in ways millions of people feel almost immediately.
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From Small Government to Strongman Politics: Unpacking The GOP’s 60 Year March Toward Authoritarianism
From Reagan to Trump, the GOP’s pivot from small government to strongman politics has reshaped American conservatism. This timeline breaks down the shift.
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Can a president decide mail-in voting rules? The Constitution says no. Will it be enough?
Trump’s push to restrict mail-in voting sparks legal battles, state resistance, and constitutional questions over election authority.
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11 Perils Threatening America’s National Parks Right Now
America’s national parks face mounting threats—from climate change and overcrowding to funding cuts and privatization. Here’s why it matters.
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What to Do If You’re Peacefully Protesting and Authorities Act Aggressively
You have the right to protest peacefully in the United States. It’s a fundamental freedom protected under the First…
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Deported to a Country You’ve Never Been To? ICE’s New Rule Raises Grave Questions and Leaves Immigrants With Few Answers
Imagine waking up in the United States, where you’ve lived for years, maybe decades, only to be told you’re…
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U.S. Faces Measles and Whooping Cough Resurgence as Vaccination Rates Drop
The United States is currently battling its most severe measles outbreak in over three decades, with over 1,200 confirmed…
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Why the Right Keeps Choosing Profit Over the Planet
The political right’s opposition to environmental protection is driven by a complex mix of ideology, economic interests, and cultural…
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Shareholders of companies worth $13 trillion vote unanimously to defeat anti-DEI proposals
Conservative activist Robby Starbuck was interviewed in March by Nikkei Asia. “Using DEI practices to artificially raise disadvantaged peoples…
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No Vote, No Debate, Just Bombs: Trump’s Iran Strike and the Slow Costly Death of Congressional War Powers
Since its founding, the United States has engaged in numerous military conflicts, yet only five have ever received formal…
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One Bill to Gut It All: H.R.1 a Corporate Wishlist Masquerading as Legislation
The House’s 1,000+ page “One Big Beautiful Bill Act” (H.R.1) narrowly passed the House on May 22nd on a…
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Vermont, New York Lead Charge to Make Big Oil Pay for Climate Damages Through New Superfund Laws
“This story was originally published by Grist. Sign up for Grist’s weekly newsletter here.” As climate disasters strain state…
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Need a U.S. Passport? Here’s How to Apply, What to Bring, and How Long It Takes
Getting a U.S. passport might feel like a bureaucratic chore, but it will be more straightforward if you know…
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REAL ID: The 2025 Deadline, What It Means, and How to Get Yours
In a country where we already show ID for everything from boarding a plane to buying a six-pack, you…
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How to Support LGBTQ+ Employees at Work: Inclusive Culture & Allyship Tips
In today’s workplace, fostering an environment where employees feel safe and supported to bring their whole selves to work…
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Six Kids, a Medal, and No Childcare: Welcome to the GOP Fertility Plan
The Trump administration’s latest pronatalist push offers medals and tax breaks instead of real support for parents. From sexist incentives to slashed child programs, here’s why it’s all hypocrisy—not help.
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Top 12 Countries with the Best Sex Education Programs in the World
What happens when people are taught to love and respect their bodies? Comprehensive sex education empowers individuals with knowledge,…
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Pronatalism in the Spotlight: Elon Musk, Falling Birth Rates, and the Global Fertility Crisis
Pronatalism is gaining attention as countries confront an unprecedented demographic shift—rapidly declining birth rates. As aging populations strain healthcare…
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All Eyes On Poland: Is Democracy Back? Lessons For The United States
A Decisive Election in May 2025 All eyes are on Poland’s upcoming presidential election, scheduled for May 18, 2025,…
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Levi’s Board Defends DEI, Tells Shareholders to Vote on April 23
Shareholders at Levi Strauss & Co. will vote on an anti-DEI proposal as federal and state attacks on corporate inclusion escalate.
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How I Caught TDS and Why I Refuse to Get Better
This commentary is a repost from “Sex on Wednesdays” by Martha Kempner on Substack. Find her other articles on The Queen…
