by Amanda Hermans, managing online editor In July of this year, President Trump sent a series of tweets to “The Suburban Housewives of America.” “Biden will destroy your neighborhood and your American Dream,” one tweet claimed. “I will preserve it, and make it even better!” Another touted, “I am happy to inform all of the […]
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by Arsene Frederic Jr. This spring, governors and local officials across the U.S issued executive orders to halt public gatherings and close non-essential businesses to reduce the spread of COVID-19. In a swift response, the Trump Administration convened Operation Warp Speed to facilitate and accelerate the development, manufacturing and distribution of COVID-19 vaccines, therapeutics and […]
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by Calum Weeks As our world continues to face unprecedented natural disasters and global temperature rise, it’s apparent that all options must be considered in the endeavor to eliminate fossil fuels—and their damaging emission levels—in order to reduce greenhouse gas emissions to zero by 2050. This target, recommended by the Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change, […]
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by Amanda Hermans In the US, accessory dwelling units (ADUs) have become a darling in circles searching for affordable housing solutions. Regions across the country, from Portland to Boston to the state of California, have begun to make way for the development of basement apartments, granny flats and backyard cottages. The hope is that these […]
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by Arsene Frederic Jr. Countries around the world are reckoning with the tribulations of the COVID-19 pandemic, which feels like it will get worse before it gets better. In the U.S., many recommendations posed by the scientific or public health community have been met with equal measures of support and backlash, partially due to the […]
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Although the concept of a Space Force has been the subject of ridicule, potential missteps in this arena by the United States or its allies could unnecessarily precipitate an arms race and renew global conflict.
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Given the prevalence of climate change on the debate stage lately, national governments are looking for solutions to reduce greenhouse emissions wherever they can be found.
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Teaching them that every child deserves equal access to school lunch will play an imperative role in their perception of others
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Erdoğan’s plan to deport the displaced population is short-sighted and politically motivated rather than an adequate valuation of the potential benefits…
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“Research has shown that fears of significant increases in unemployment or prices are largely exaggerated…”
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There are several lessons the U.S. could take from Singapore’s systems
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“Fake news and post-truth politics seem to be the word on everyone’s tongues these days when they talk about today’s news media…”
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Senator Elizabeth Warren introduces comprehensive student debt forgiveness bill.
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The current imbalance between children entering the foster care system and children being adopted will only be exacerbated if our government continues to allow religiously affiliated adoption agencies to deny LGBTQ+ couples access to adoption.
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“As the U.S. continues to debate issues with deep historical roots, correctly analyzing the past is imperative to the future.”
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