POLITICS

Advertisement
Oct 07 2024POLITICS

Trump's Plans for Education: Back to the States?

On September 23, 2024, former President Donald Trump made a big statement during his campaign rally in Indiana, Pennsylvania. He said he wants to shut down the U.S. Department of Education and give control back to states. A video of this speech went viral on social media, sparking different reaction

reading time less than a minute
Oct 07 2024POLITICS

John Birch Society: Misunderstanding the Founders' Intent?

Did you know that the John Birch Society claims to support the U.S. Constitution and the original intent of the Founding Fathers? But is this really true? Let’s take a closer look. The John Birch Society, or JBS, was founded over 60 years ago with the aim of educating Americans about our constituti

reading time less than a minute
Oct 07 2024POLITICS

Which Candidate Will Best Serve Texas Students?

Voters in State Board of Education District 12 have a tough decision. Both candidates, Republican Pam Little and Democrat George King, are knowledgeable and experienced educators. Little has been on the board since 2018 and is currently vice chair. She's proud of the board's work in strengthening ca

reading time less than a minute
Oct 07 2024POLITICS

Senator Vance's Weird Climate Comments: What Scientists Think

Senator JD Vance recently sparked a debate when he described climate science as “weird.” But what do scientists think about his remarks? They’re not impressed, that’s for sure. One expert even suggested that both Senator Vance and former President Trump are avoiding the truth. Another scientist beli

reading time less than a minute
Oct 07 2024POLITICS

Former Singapore Minister Gets Jail Time for Accepting Gifts

A former minister from Singapore has been sentenced to one year in prison. The 62-year-old, Subramaniam Iswaran, was found guilty of accepting gifts worth over $300,000 while he was the Transport Minister. These gifts included things like tickets to sporting events and private jet travel. The court

reading time less than a minute
Oct 07 2024POLITICS

The Unexpected Side of Calvin Coolidge: Michael Dukakis' Discovery

Michael Dukakis, known for his commitment to the Democratic Party, found himself taken aback by some of the policies and characteristics of a Republican President. The president in question was none other than Calvin Coolidge. Despite their differing political views, Dukakis couldn't help but admire

reading time less than a minute
Oct 07 2024POLITICS

Voting Third Party: Why Pro-Lifers Should Consider It

For pro-lifers, Election Day can feel like choosing the lesser of two evils. But what if there was another option? The American Solidarity Party (ASP) believes that voting third party is not only possible but also crucial for holding politicians accountable and pushing a true pro-life agenda. Decad

reading time less than a minute
Oct 07 2024POLITICS

The Unlikely Allies Tackling Childhood Diseases

In a surprising turn of events, former presidential hopeful Robert F. Kennedy Jr. has teamed up with ex-President Donald Trump to address the rising tide of childhood diseases. This unusual alliance was forged in response to growing worries about the public health system's struggles to manage condit

reading time less than a minute
Oct 07 2024POLITICS

UN: Actions Needed to Release Hamas Hostages and Hold Terrorists Accountable

The United Nations has been criticized for its slow response in securing the release of Hamas hostages, despite acknowledging evidence of their extensive use of sexual violence. The UN's calls for the release of hostages have been largely unsupported by concrete actions, and they continue to suffer

reading time less than a minute
Oct 07 2024POLITICS

The Influence of Big Donors on Democratic Politics

Laurene Powell Jobs and Reid Hoffman, prominent donors to the Democratic Party, are using their influence and money to shape policies that may not align with the best interests of average Americans. Despite their philanthropic efforts, like promoting women's economic empowerment, their agendas often

reading time less than a minute