Many movies have been made over the years about dystopian societies that strike similarities to societies issues facing contemporary issues. Dystopian movies often address current social, political and ethical issues, such as totalitarianism, surveillance, inequality and the loss of individual freedoms. These themes seem to resonate with viewers and provoke thought about the world around … Continue reading New film ‘Civil War’ delivers chilling warning about catastrophic political unrest
Republican women at a crossroads when it comes to voting values-driven priorities
The aftermath of the fall of Roe v. Wade has ushered in a new era of challenges and complexities for Republican women in the area of political decision-making in 2024. With 25 million women living in states with abortion bans or restrictions, the stakes are high, and values-driven voting is likely to be more critical … Continue reading Republican women at a crossroads when it comes to voting values-driven priorities
Biden’s win-lose executive action consideration amidst border crisis backlash
Well, spank my backside and call me Sally. Well, no, please don’t; but, I can’t help but express that old-fashioned reaction of disbelief regarding the news that President Joe Biden is considering new executive actions to crack down on record migration at the southern border after congressional Republicans this month blocked border legislation backed by the … Continue reading Biden’s win-lose executive action consideration amidst border crisis backlash
Trailblazing women Cheney, Haley and Swift show how to be resilient against attacks by envious opponents
Eleanor Roosevelt, a forceful leader in her own right, once said “A woman is like a tea bag; you never know how strong it is until it’s in hot water.” In the last few months, three prominent women in our country have definitely come under hot water. They’ve been maligned, bullied and targeted because they … Continue reading Trailblazing women Cheney, Haley and Swift show how to be resilient against attacks by envious opponents
Exploring the unlikely alliance between Donald Trump and devout Christians as the 2024 election looms
How many times have Christians heard biblical stories about how God has a larger plan, and He sometimes uses flawed individuals to bring His Kingdom to glory? Who are those folks from biblical history? Well, from the Old Testament we have Abraham, David and King Solomon. From the New Testament, we have disciples, including Matthew, … Continue reading Exploring the unlikely alliance between Donald Trump and devout Christians as the 2024 election looms
Digital transition is empowering readers to support the future of their newspapers in the digital age
Newspapers have been undergoing a challenging transformation over the last 10-15 years. That is not news to newspaper readers who have seen their local papers become smaller in size, and sometimes, alter or eliminate print days from what traditional newspaper readers have been used to. The newspaper I was most recently publisher of just went … Continue reading Digital transition is empowering readers to support the future of their newspapers in the digital age
Some common-sense resolutions for conservatives in 2024
It’s the beginning of a new year, a time when we reflect on the past year, but also set goals for the upcoming year. I don’t know if you’re a believer in New Year’s resolutions. I’m not committed to the idea; however, since it’s always good to have a goal or goals, I think it’s … Continue reading Some common-sense resolutions for conservatives in 2024
Christian nationalism, once fringe, is now seen as more mainstream in conservative politics
As Christmas Day draws near and the season of perpetual hope is in full swing, it comes a time for many to reflect on the previous year and to start setting goals for the next year. As all years seem to be since the dawn of this current century, it’s been a tough political one, … Continue reading Christian nationalism, once fringe, is now seen as more mainstream in conservative politics
Community has a crucial decision to make on its tolerance of extremism
What makes someone join and actively participate in a white nationalist or white supremacy group? According to experts on the matter, there could be a number of factors that can turn someone to this direction. Feelings of isolation or alienation; an identity crisis that drives someone to seek belonging or an identity; fear, misinformation and … Continue reading Community has a crucial decision to make on its tolerance of extremism
Opinion column I authored in April 2023 prior to Judd Blevins being sworn in as the elected commissioner of Enid City Commission Ward 1
I am reposting this column I wrote in the Enid News & Eagle as background information on the continued lack of clarity and accountability of Ward 1 Commissioner Judd Blevins as Enid continues to struggle with handling the state and national media attention due to this matter: https://www.enidnews.com/opinion/column-blevins-lack-of-clarity-on-past-casts-a-shadow-on-his-upcoming-tenure-as/article_5a551f10-d485-11ed-9380-fbdb6550c50d.html In a matter of weeks, Enid Ward … Continue reading Opinion column I authored in April 2023 prior to Judd Blevins being sworn in as the elected commissioner of Enid City Commission Ward 1
Cindy Allen 