Republican lawmaker calls for next president to ‘work our way back’ to 1960s
When I heard about a Republican lawmaker suggesting that the next president should “work our way back” to the 1960s, my initial reaction was one of disbelief and frustration. The 1960s were a time fraught with social unrest, civil rights movements, and significant challenges that our society was grappling with. To call for a return to that era seems not only misguided but also tone-deaf to the struggles and progress that we have made since then.
It’s hard to ignore the fact that the 1960s were a time of racial segregation, gender inequality, and political turmoil.… Continue reading
It is truly distressing to witness the recent developments surrounding the Supreme Court’s stance on marriage equality. The dissent penned by Justice Sotomayor serves as a stark reminder of the alarming direction in which the Court is heading. The 6-3 ruling in the Department of State v. Muñoz case, denying a couple’s plea based on the lack of a “fundamental liberty interest in her noncitizen spouse being admitted to the country,” is indicative of a troubling agenda.
The implications of this ruling are deeply concerning, especially in light of the broader context of the Court’s conservative leanings. It is evident that Obergefell, Griswold, Lawrence, Brown, and other landmark decisions are now at risk.… Continue reading
Trump is now trying to downplay Project 2025, a dangerous and extremist manifesto that outlines a far-right vision for America’s future. As an individual, reading through the details of Project 2025 sends shivers down my spine. The core ideologies of dismantling crucial civil rights protections, eradicating federal funding for diversity programs, attacking reproductive freedom, and disregarding climate science are deeply unsettling. These policies are not just a political strategy but a blueprint for authoritarianism and the destruction of our democratic institutions.
The fact that Trump, along with his supporters, are trying to brush aside the severity of Project 2025 is alarming.… Continue reading
Clarence Thomas just set civil rights back 70 years with his recent opinions and decisions. It is truly disheartening to see a Black man in such a powerful position working against the very principles that the Civil Rights Movement fought so hard for. Thomas seems to have forgotten the struggles and sacrifices made by those before him, as he continues to promote harmful ideologies and policies.
Thomas’ stance on redistricting versus Congressional oversight is not only hypocritical but also dangerous. By disregarding the Voting Rights Act and advocating for a rollback of civil rights protections, he is essentially condoning discriminatory practices under the guise of legal technicalities.… Continue reading
As a resident of Texas, the recent Supreme Court decision allowing the enforcement of the controversial immigration law has left me with mixed feelings. On one hand, I understand the need for border security and the enforcement of immigration laws. On the other hand, the potential for increased racial profiling and unjust detentions is deeply concerning.
The thought of police officers arresting individuals based on mere suspicion of being in the country illegally raises questions about the violation of civil rights and the potential for abuse of power. How can law enforcement officers determine someone’s immigration status without resorting to racial profiling?… Continue reading
Matt Underwood 
John Q. Hosedrinker