Tonight’s presidential address was far from a typical speech, marked by bizarre inaccuracies and a tone of panic. The president appeared to be attempting to bully the nation into acknowledging his successes, demonstrating a lack of empathy and awareness of public concerns. Instead of addressing crucial economic and foreign policy matters, he dismissed them, revealing his fear and contempt for the American people, as well as the military, whom he attempted to buy off. The speech offered no real news, painting a picture of a leader unraveling and unworthy of the nation.
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Michigan taking the stand to outlaw the ‘gay and trans panic defense’ in criminal trials is a significant step towards justice and equality. As the 20th state to prohibit this defense, Michigan is setting a precedent for other states to follow suit and ensure that individuals can no longer use fear or discomfort over someone’s sexual orientation or gender identity as an excuse for violent actions.
The case of Daniel Spencer, who was brutally murdered by his neighbor James Miller in 2016 after allegedly making an advance towards him, sheds light on the necessity of eradicating this defense. The fact that Miller received only six months in jail and ten years probation for taking the life of another human being is not only appalling but also a stark reminder of the injustices faced by the LGBTQ+ community in the legal system.… Continue reading
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