Day: September 16, 2026

The House Has Voted for a Third Time to End The Iran War

The House Has Voted for a Third Time to End The Iran War

On Tuesday, for a third time, the House voted 220-204 to end the war in Iran, approving a war powers resolution that would halt President Donald Trump’s ability to continue military action without congressional approval.  A few more Republicans joined Democrats’ voting effort to bring an end to the conflict. The Iran war that Trump […]

The Kennedy Center Is A Lesson In Not Caving to Political Pressure

The Kennedy Center Is A Lesson In Not Caving to Political Pressure

​The Kennedy Center’s downfall is, of course, a saddening travesty, but it is also an example of the consequences of organizations caving to political pressure. For decades, the Kennedy Center has been a figurehead celebrating the creative achievements of various Americans and hosting noteworthy performances that many would want to attend. ​Unfortunately, when President Trump […]

When Does Being a Passionate Sports Fan Become Toxic?

When Does Being a Passionate Sports Fan Become Toxic?

You are at a baseball game with your son. You see a fly ball and tell him to catch it. He catches it, but soon someone behind you snatches it out of his glove. As you turn around, you see an angry man telling you that it was his. This is an example of a […]

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