The whirlwind presidential candidacy of Vice President Kamala Harris took somewhat of a shift with her recent selection of Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz as her running mate. While Harris hasn’t really articulated yet what her platform is going to be, the record of Walz as governor could be troublesome to Republicans already concerned about Harris’ … Continue reading Harris strategy with Walz as running mate sparks conservative concerns over progressive economic agenda
Ryan Walters is Oklahoma’s Christian Nationalist Indoctrinator-in-Chief
Let’s just cut to the chase. Oklahoma Superintendent Ryan Walters is Oklahoma’s Christian Nationalist Indoctrinator-in-Chief. Walters has been vocal about his stance against what he perceives as left-wing indoctrination in education. Walters has consistently framed his actions and policies as a countermeasure to what he describes as a pervasive influence of left-wing politics in the … Continue reading Ryan Walters is Oklahoma’s Christian Nationalist Indoctrinator-in-Chief
New Democratic candidate must focus on key issues to appeal to Independents, never-Trumpers
It’s been an extraordinary 20 days since the disastrous June 27 debate performance by President Joe Biden. That event, followed by the assassination attempt on former President Donald Trump, set off a flurry of calls for the president to step aside in the 2024 presidential race. He made that decision Sunday, so now the focus … Continue reading New Democratic candidate must focus on key issues to appeal to Independents, never-Trumpers
We all know what we saw
Thursday night’s presidential debate was a stark revelation. What we saw on national television was not just a bad night for President Joe Biden; it was a glaring confirmation of the concerns many have believed about his ability to lead. Biden, a sitting president, struggled to string together coherent sentences, his voice weak and raspy. … Continue reading We all know what we saw
Cultural divide, lack of big-picture policies leading to dissatisfaction in both parties as election looms
As the 2024 election approaches and political advertisements intensify, the cultural divide between the two major political parties is becoming more stark. The campaign is unfolding amid heated debates over immigration, growing racial and ethnic diversity, changes in the American family, crime, and reproductive issues—often labeled as "culture wars" or "woke" topics. As with any … Continue reading Cultural divide, lack of big-picture policies leading to dissatisfaction in both parties as election looms
2024 election seems to provide many wrong choices for women
Many women felt the 2023 movie “Barbie” highlighted the many contradictions we face. The powerful monologue by America Ferrera’s character in that movie was one of the most talked-about scenes from the film. Her monologue clearly defined the impossible double standards of being a woman. It hit a nerve with women of all political and … Continue reading 2024 election seems to provide many wrong choices for women
New film ‘Civil War’ delivers chilling warning about catastrophic political unrest
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
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