Politics

​Hatred of data centers in the United States has quickly become one of the most important sociopolitical topics, especially as the 2026 midterms approach. For many communities across America, the negatives overwhelmingly outweigh any positives artificial technology could give to a person, particularly because of the massive environmental and economic...

In this day and age, everything is unreasonably expensive, to basic groceries to bigger things like college tuition. If you don’t want to take the community college route and want to go to a college with a good reputation would have to pay anywhere from $21,000 to $64,000 dollars per...

Billionaires represent extreme wealth in a world where many people struggle to afford basic needs. This growing gap raises concerns about fairness and economic inequality. Many people believe no one should have so much wealth while others cannot meet basic living expenses. Their wealth often gives them significant influence over...

Mamdani returned to the forefront of American political discourse after backing down from his previous threats against arresting Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu. That said, even with the video statement he put out, much of the public was largely receptive to the outcome. ​Simply put, no one expected the New...

In a huge city like New York City, we need a mayor who understands the problems people face every day. Many supporters believe Zohran Mamdani is the best choice because he wants to make the city more affordable and fair for everyone. Mamdani has focused on helping working families, renters,...

Mamdani returned to the national conversation after recently doubling down on his threats to arrest Netanyahu. The current New York mayor had previously made this threat while in the lead-up to and during his campaign for New York City mayor. Unsurprisingly, many within Republican and Democrat circles have come out...

Gun violence has become one of the biggest issues in the United States. Many lives have been unfortunately taken by gun violence, and 60% of deaths among kids under 17 are because of gun violence. Many people wonder if banning guns would make the country safer, while others believe gun...

Animals shape and create our world. Every animal deserves the chance to live a full and meaningful life. I believe euthanizing animals should be banned because there are often better alternatives, such as adoption, rehabilitation, and improved shelter programs. So what is euthanisa? Euthanasia is an end-of-life care issue that...

A massive merger within the entertainment industry has resulted in a dozen states coming together to file an antitrust lawsuit. There should be more. The battle over who is set to own Warner Bros. Discovery has been a long and tiring battle since the start of the bidding war in...

When it comes to funding for people with disabilities, most communities lack services to help them. I live in a small town, and there is barely anything for people with disabilities like anxiety, depression, autism, Adhd and others. These disabilities are overlooked in school and other places such as work...

Politics within the United States has changed drastically since 2025. Now more than ever before, progressives and socialist democrats have the spotlight and growing support among not just younger generations, but the general public. Alongside this rise, certain political topics aren’t having the same pull as they would have in...

The voting shift in New York’s Democratic Party shows how much Donald Trump and the MAGA movement have influenced American politics. Many Democratic voters see Trump’s rhetoric and policies as a threat to democratic values, motivating them to become more involved in elections and support candidates who promise to protect...

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