I couldn’t help but cringe as I read about the Republican candidate in Colorado, Richard Holtorf, being grilled in an interview about his past actions regarding his girlfriend’s abortion. It’s astonishing how some politicians who claim to be pro-life can have such conflicting views when it comes to their personal lives. Holtorf stated that he believes in restricting abortion access but also mentioned that there should be exceptions to these restrictions. This hypocrisy is truly mind-boggling.
During the interview, Holtorf admitted to financing an abortion for his girlfriend when he was in his early 20s. He also revealed that a second girlfriend chose to give up their child for adoption.… Continue reading
When I think about the fact that corporations spent their Trump tax windfall on buybacks, it’s truly infuriating. The economic policy expert who addressed the Senate Budget Committee hit the nail on the head when they highlighted how these actions further enrich executives and wealthy shareholders while neglecting worker pay. It’s a stark reminder that corporations’ primary motivation is profit above all else.
The 2017 Trump-GOP tax law was passed with promises of bolstering the economy, creating jobs, and raising wages. Yet, as predicted by many, these windfalls were instead funneled into stock buybacks. This not only artificially inflates stock prices but also feeds into the pockets of executives and shareholders, leaving workers behind.… Continue reading
I’ll be honest; when I first heard about Wells Fargo firing a dozen people accused of faking keyboard strokes, I was taken aback. The idea that employees were being monitored to that extent, down to analyzing keystrokes and mouse movements, is quite concerning. It raises questions about the company culture and the way productivity is measured. If only there was another way to gauge performance other than screen time. I’ve always believed that measuring performance should be based on the quality of work delivered rather than the arbitrary metrics of time spent in front of a screen.
It’s ironic that Wells Fargo, a company that has had its fair share of scandals in the past, is cracking down on employees for allegedly faking keyboard strokes.… Continue reading
As a former swimmer myself, the recent news of a woman accusing her former Olympic swim coach of sexually abusing her as a teenager hits close to home. The sad truth is that this is far from uncommon in the world of competitive sports. It’s sickening to see how individuals like Larry Nassar and Joe Bernal, who produce Olympic medalists, are allowed to get away with such heinous acts simply because they bring in medals and money.
I remember a local coach in my area who tried to recruit me for his club. Despite not joining his team, I later discovered that he dated and eventually married a teenage swimmer from his club.… Continue reading
The Russia-Ukraine war has been a contentious issue that has sparked global debate and controversy. The recent decision by India to refuse to endorse the Ukraine summit statement has further intensified discussions surrounding the ongoing conflict. As an Indian, I find it essential to delve into the complexities of this situation and provide insights on why India has taken this stance.
India’s decision to not sign the document aimed against Russia may come as no surprise to many, considering the historical relationship between India and Russia. Since the Soviet era, Russia has been a consistent and loyal ally to India, providing support in times of need.… Continue reading
As I sit here and digest the recent news of a Republican candidate telling Black Americans to leave the US in a Juneteenth message, I can’t help but feel a wave of anger and frustration. These words, spewed by Valentina Gomez, a Colombian immigrant running for Missouri Secretary of State as a Republican candidate, are not just offensive; they are a reflection of the deep-seated racism and ignorance that still plagues our society.
It’s astonishing to me that someone who has only lived in the US since 2009 has the audacity to tell Black Americans, whose ancestors have been in this country for generations, to “get the fuck out.”… Continue reading
As a concerned individual, the recent revelations made by the Boeing chief regarding the company’s retaliatory actions against whistleblowers are deeply troubling. The fact that employees have been threatened and mistreated for speaking out against unethical practices within the company is a clear indication of a toxic corporate culture that prioritizes profit over integrity.
One particularly disturbing account involved a whistleblower, John Barnett, who police ruled had died by suicide earlier this year. Barnett testified that a supervisor had harassed him relentlessly, going as far as to tell him, “I’m going to push you until you break.” The tragic outcome of this situation is a stark reminder of the dangers whistleblowers face when trying to expose wrongdoing within powerful entities like Boeing.… Continue reading
Growing up in a school district where cellphones have been banned for decades, the news that the 2nd-largest school district is also taking steps to restrict cellphone and social media use for students came as no surprise to me. In fact, it made me wonder why cellphones were ever allowed in schools in the first place. Cellphones are engineered to be addictive distraction machines, and it’s clear that they can get in the way of student learning.
Being a teacher myself, I fully understand the challenges of enforcing a cellphone ban in the classroom. It’s a losing battle in many cases, as students find ways to bypass the rules or use burner phones to deceive teachers.… Continue reading
It’s always a bit alarming when we hear about new alliances forming around the world, especially when it involves countries like Russia and North Korea. The recent news of Putin stating that Russia and North Korea will help each other if attacked after signing what is being called a ‘breakthrough’ partnership is quite an interesting development. The idea of these two nations coming together to support each other in times of conflict raises many eyebrows and sparks a lot of skepticism.
The very notion that Russia, which has been at odds with many Western countries, and North Korea, known for its oppressive regime and isolationist policies, would come together in a defensive partnership is quite perplexing.… Continue reading
It’s truly mind-boggling to think that the President of the United States, the leader of one of the most powerful nations in the world, could believe that a global pandemic would simply vanish into thin air. Unfortunately, that is exactly what happened with Donald Trump and COVID-19. His delusional belief that the virus would disappear like magic, without any real action or strategy in place, is both baffling and terrifying.
The fact that Trump based his COVID response on hearsay from Fox News and unproven treatments like hydroxychloroquine, rather than listening to expert advice from global health officials, speaks volumes about his lack of leadership and competence.… Continue reading
John Q. Hosedrinker