Although there are differing opinions on the degree of privacy government officials and public individuals should have, there is a general consensus and accepted idea that those making legislative decisions or contributing to public hearings with policy-altering outcomes should be open and transparent about their participation. This idea does not seem to resonate well with […]
Tag: Politics
Trump getting special treatment from the supreme court (Op-Ed)
The recent Supreme Court rulings on former President Donald Trump’s legal immunity requests have sparked concerns about the court’s impartiality in a country where justice is supposed to be impartial. These decisions, which have shown a reluctance to tolerate pretrial delays in criminal cases, raise questions about fairness in the legal system. The differential treatment […]
Twitter (X) is the most important political public forum (Op-Ed)
Online chat rooms and social media platforms have long-been used for all forms of discourse, including political discussion. Twitter, launched in 2006 and quickly growing in popularity through its rebranding to X, has long been the top dog when it comes to online chatter, defined and distinctive through its limited character limit, lack of an […]
Super Tuesday key takeaways and results
Super Tuesday, a critical juncture in the 2024 presidential race, unfolded with President Joe Biden and former President Donald Trump emerging as dominant figures in their respective party primaries. Spanning over a dozen states, the primaries and caucuses showcased significant wins for both candidates, reinforcing their paths toward securing their party nominations for both Republicans […]
Fashion can be used as a political tool (Op-Ed)
As time goes on, fashion becomes more than just an aesthetic decision; it becomes a dynamic medium for political expression and the formation of individual identities. The notion that the clothes we wear convey a great deal about our values, social circles, and political opinions is not a recent idea, but rather something that with […]
Bill O’Reilly claims only Michelle Obama can beat Trump
With the news that Donald Trump won New Hampshire, Democrats are especially starting to realize the probability of his return. Now, the question that remains is who could stand on equal ground as an opponent. “Biden has dementia. I mean, I knew this to be true…So that is going to become more and more clear […]
Chris Christie steps down from the presidential race
Just before the Iowa caucuses, the former New Jersey Governor, Chris Christie, announced the suspension of his bid for president on Wednesday. Citing that he can say clearly that there “isn’t a path for [him] to win the nomination,” Chris Christie closed his bid as he addressed supporters in New Hampshire. However, his closing remarks […]
Supreme Court temporarily allows Idaho to enforce abortion ban
The Supreme Court ruled Friday to allow Idaho to maintain its strict abortion ban, pending a decision on the ongoing legal challenge. Justices will hear arguments in April. The case is one of several which have received national attention in the wake of its 2022 overturning of Roe V. Wade, which allowed states to restrict […]
Chief Justice Roberts cautions against use of AI in federal courts
In an annual report released Sunday, Chief Justice John Roberts commented on both the promises and dangers of artificial intelligence in federal courts. “AI obviously has great potential to dramatically increase access to key information for lawyers and non-lawyers alike,” the end-of-year report reads. “But just as obviously it risks invading privacy interests and dehumanizing […]
California firearm ban goes into effect amid legal challenges
A new California law which would prohibit the carry of guns in most public places took effect Monday, following a federal appeals court ruling. The law, known as Senate Bill 2, prohibits anyone from carrying concealed firearms in 26 types of public spaces, including parks, playgrounds, sidewalks and parking lots in school zones, churches, zoos, […]
EU rejects Ukraine grain bans by Poland and Hungary
On Saturday, Poland and Hungary announced that they would ban Ukraine grain imports through June 30. The ban would have been applied to grains, dairy products, sugar, fruit, vegetables, and meats.
Republicans Blame Biden, He Blames Putin for High Gas Prices
On Tuesday March 8th, President Biden announced that he was putting in place a ban on imports of Russian oil and other energy. Despite acknowledging that this ban would cause a rise in domestic oil prices for the U.S., Biden announced the ban as retaliation for Russia’s invasion of Ukraine. However, there is conflicting opinion on what the true cause of the price spike is, and when it really started.
