REFORM

Jan 12 2025HEALTH

Are Wheelchair Services Up to Snuff? Stakeholders Weigh In

Think of the wheelchair service delivery process (SDP) as a giant machine with lots of moving parts. With so many pieces, it's easy for things to go wrong. Stakeholders in the United States were asked about how well this machine is working. The results? Not so great. A survey showed that most people

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Jan 11 2025CRIME

Uncovering a Family's Dark Secret

Caroline Darian, the daughter of Gisèle Pelicot, has revealed her belief that her father drugged her and possibly raped her too. This shocking revelation came out during a major trial in France, where her father, Dominique Pelicot, and 49 others were found guilty of raping or sexually assaulting Gis

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Jan 11 2025EDUCATION

Rhode Island: Let's Boost Education for All Kids!

Rhode Island's education system isn't working for many kids, especially those from low-income families and communities of color. For example, in 2024, only about 24% of low-income third graders met reading expectations, compared to nearly 50% of their wealthier peers. Math scores show a similar gap.

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Jan 09 2025POLITICS

Rep. Roy's Plan: Boost Health Savings Accounts

Congressman Chip Roy from Texas is not wasting any time. He's just introduced a new healthcare bill called the Healthcare Freedom Act. The idea? Expand health savings accounts to give Americans more control over their medical choices. Roy thinks the current system is too bureaucratic and expensive,

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Jan 09 2025POLITICS

Immigration Debate: A New Path for Democrats?

With Donald Trump set to become president again, some Democrats and pro-immigration groups are considering new ideas to address immigration. Some want to reduce overall immigration numbers while creating better legal paths for immigrants based on the economy's needs and humanitarian relief. Represe

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Jan 08 2025POLITICS

Elon Musk's DOGE and FDR's Fight for Efficient Government

Back in the 1930s, President Franklin D. Roosevelt was stressed out by a massive government that was hard to manage. He felt there were too many agencies doing similar things, and he couldn't control them all. This was a big deal because the Supreme Court had said these independent agencies could do

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Jan 08 2025CRIME

Crime Puzzle in NYC: Why Are Repeat Offenders Getting Away?

New York City's recent crime statistics are revealing a troubling pattern. Mayor Eric Adams and Police Commissioner Jessica Tisch noted during their year-end conference how recidivism rates have shot up since 2018. The numbers are staggering: repeat offenders charged with major crimes like felony as

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Jan 07 2025OPINION

Holiday Classics: More Than Just Fun

Many people love holiday movies like "Home Alone 2: Lost in New York. " They bring a positive mood and highlight good values. In this movie, a clever kid, Kevin, outsmarts two robbers and teaches us to care for those in need. It's a reminder to be kind and open-minded. Not everyone agrees on movie

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Jan 06 2025POLITICS

Elon Musk Ditches Farage: A Change of Heart

Elon Musk, a billionaire supporter of President-elect Donald J. Trump, has publicly turned against Nigel Farage, a British anti-immigrant politician. Just weeks ago, Musk was backing Farage's party, Reform U. K. , but now he's calling for new leadership. Musk tweeted that Farage lacks what it takes,

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Jan 03 2025OPINION

Rebuilding American Workforce: Beyond Tech Visas

The debate surrounding the H-1B visa program has spurred questions about what it means to put "America First. " Some, like Elon Musk and Vivek Ramaswamy, support expanding this visa program to fill tech talent gaps. Others see it as a betrayal of American workers, shifting focus to cheaper foreign l

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