As I sit down to write about the recent walkout by Oklahoma students in protest of bullying policies following the tragic death of a transgender student, Nex, my heart aches. It is disheartening to see young lives cut short due to relentless bullying and the lack of effective policies to address it. The fact that schools, which should be safe havens for students, often turn a blind eye to bullying or even worse, support it, is absolutely mind-boggling.
The story shared by a parent about their son’s experience of being bullied at school brought tears to my eyes. The pain of witnessing a loved one go through such torment, and the feeling of helplessness in not being able to protect them, is something no parent should have to endure.… Continue reading
Anyone in the Arab American community who thinks that not voting for Biden to make a statement about Gaza is a good idea is simply deluding themselves. As much as I wish Biden had taken a stronger stance on Israel’s actions, the reality is that Trump would be a thousand times worse. This is not a situation where we have the luxury of sitting out an election or voting out of protest.
Michigan Governor Gretchen Whitmer hit the nail on the head when she said that not voting for Biden over the Gaza war would support a second Trump term. The idea that Trump would be better for Palestinians is not only naive but dangerous.… Continue reading
Missouri law says pregnant women can’t get divorced. As I delve into this archaic and oppressive statute, I am appalled at the blatant lack of consideration for women’s autonomy and well-being. The idea that a woman’s marital status should be tethered to her pregnancy is not only regressive but also perpetuates dangerous power dynamics within relationships.
The implications of this law are profoundly troubling. Pregnant women, already vulnerable to heightened levels of stress and emotional turmoil, are now stripped of the agency to make decisions about their own lives and futures. By denying them the option to seek a divorce, the state is effectively trapping them in potentially abusive or unhealthy relationships, with severe consequences for both mother and child.… Continue reading
Cassidy Hutchinson is a true warrior in the face of blatant lies and deceit. The recent debacle with GOP witness Tony Bobulinski showcases just how far some individuals are willing to go to spread falsehoods and manipulate the truth. Hutchinson’s brilliant move to present photographic evidence of Bobulinski’s lies is not just a victory for her, but a victory for truth and justice.
In a world where deception and deceit seem to be the norm, it is refreshing to see someone like Cassidy Hutchinson stand up and fight back against those who seek to undermine the very fabric of our society.… Continue reading
Trump’s CPAC speech showed clear signs of major cognitive decline, yet MAGA supporters cheered him on, blind to the evident deterioration in his mental faculties. As I listened to excerpts from his speech, I couldn’t help but feel a sense of dread at the rambling, incoherent, and often nonsensical nature of his rhetoric. His disjointed thoughts, memory lapses, and extreme tangents were glaring indicators of a declining cognitive state, yet his loyal followers continued to revel in his words.
The comparison between Trump and a pro-democracy activist who was recently killed by Putin’s regime was both absurd and disturbing, showcasing his detachment from reality.… Continue reading
I am utterly astounded by the recent announcement of RNC Chair Ronna McDaniel’s resignation following criticism from former President Donald Trump. It is alarming to witness how the GOP has transformed into an exclusively MAGA-oriented entity, where loyalty to Trump seems to be the ultimate litmus test for survival within the party. The fact that McDaniel changed her last name in an attempt to appease Trump, only to still be dismissed, is a stark reminder of the spinelessness and feigned allegiance that seem to pervade the GOP.
As I reflect on the situation at hand, I cannot help but wonder about the depths of corruption and audacity that appear to be at play.… Continue reading
As I sit down to reflect on the recent revelations regarding GOP Congresswoman Michelle Steele’s stance on the Alabama IVF ruling, I am truly appalled by the blatant hypocrisy displayed by a politician who claims to champion the sanctity of life. It is indeed mind-blowing to witness someone co-sponsoring the Life at Conception Act, which posits that life begins at fertilization, while simultaneously expressing solidarity with IVF patients in Alabama. This level of cognitive dissonance is not just confusing but also deeply concerning.
Michelle Steele’s actions, or lack thereof, speak volumes about the lack of integrity and moral compass that seems to plague many politicians today.… Continue reading
Growing up in Canada, I have always admired the democratic processes in place, particularly the idea of proportional representation. The concept that the popular vote should directly translate to the distribution of power in government seems like a basic tenet of democracy. Yet, as I closely followed the situation in Wisconsin, it became apparent that gerrymandering had become a deeply entrenched practice that undermined this fundamental democratic principle.
The recent news that Wisconsin’s extreme gerrymandering era has come to an end with the implementation of new, more balanced maps is a significant step forward. The fact that the previous maps were so strongly biased towards Republicans, providing them with an unfair advantage in elections, was a clear violation of the democratic values that should guide our political system.… Continue reading
As I read the appalling statement made by the Oklahoma lawmaker, Tom Woods, calling LGBTQ people ‘filth’ in the wake of the tragic beating death of a bullied nonbinary teen, I am overcome with a mix of emotions – anger, disbelief, and deep sorrow. How can someone in a position of power and influence spew such hateful rhetoric, especially following a senseless and heart-wrenching tragedy? The insensitivity and lack of empathy displayed by Woods are not only unacceptable but also unworthy of someone entrusted to represent the people.
The fact that Woods justified his derogatory remarks by claiming that Oklahoma is a “Christian state” and citing religious beliefs as a basis for his prejudice is deeply concerning.… Continue reading
As I stumbled upon the news about Kenneth Chesebro, one of Trump’s election fraud lawyers getting caught in a big lie, I couldn’t help but feel a sense of disbelief. How could a Harvard Law graduate, someone who worked for white-shoe law firms and was once a Democrat, find himself entangled in such a web of deceit and deception? The revelation that Chesebro used a secret Twitter account to make arguments that directly contradicted his legal defense in the Michigan election fraud case is truly mind-boggling. Perjuring himself by denying involvement with Twitter, only to have his anonymous account exposed, paints a grim picture of the depths to which some individuals are willing to sink in pursuit of their misguided agendas.… Continue reading
John Q. Hosedrinker