Democratic warnings about the threat Donald Trump posed to American democracy were not merely partisan campaign rhetoric; they were prescient assessments of a genuine danger. The dismissal of these warnings as overly dramatic or abstract now rings hollow in light of subsequent events.
The severity of the situation was downplayed by many, even as credible concerns were raised about Trump’s actions and intentions. This led to a widespread failure to appreciate the full scale of the threat. The failure to take these warnings seriously is now evident, particularly considering the actions taken since the end of his presidency.
The consequences of this underestimation are now starkly apparent.… Continue reading
Subway surfing, a dangerous trend of riding on top of moving subway cars popularized on social media, has resulted in six deaths and 181 arrests in New York City this year, according to the New York Police Department. In response, the city’s Metropolitan Transportation Authority is working with social media platforms including YouTube, TikTok, and Instagram to remove related content and discourage the practice. The NYPD is also using drone technology to apprehend and deter subway surfers. Social media platforms’ policies forbid dangerous content, but the spread of such challenges is often driven by peer pressure and attention-seeking behavior. Lawsuits have been filed against some platforms, alleging they encourage dangerous behavior among young users.
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I was taken aback by the heartbreaking news that emerged about the Israeli strikes on Lebanon, which resulted in the deaths of at least 31 people. Each life lost is a tragedy, and my heart goes out to their families and loved ones who are now grieving. It is devastating to see such senseless violence take place, especially when innocent civilians, including children and women, are caught in the crossfire.
The Lebanese people who do not support Hezbollah must be going through unimaginable anguish. It is disheartening that the government is unable to disempower the terrorist group that has been relentlessly firing rockets at Israel.… Continue reading
As a potential juror in the trial against former President Trump, the idea of being identified and subsequently harassed or threatened by his vehement supporters is beyond troubling. The recent incident of a juror being excused due to fears of being identified underscores the serious issue of protecting the anonymity and safety of those involved in such high-profile cases.
It is alarming to see news outlets like Fox News and other media sources irresponsibly disclosing information about jurors, including their professions and locations. This not only puts the jurors at risk of intimidation, harassment, or even violence but also compromises the integrity of the trial itself.… Continue reading
it’s time for a shift in the media’s approach. Joe Biden’s warning about Donald Trump and the dangers he poses to the country should be taken seriously. The media’s obsession with giving Trump a platform and normalizing his behavior needs to end. Trump’s track record of embracing political violence and encouraging hate groups is a threat to the very foundation of democracy.
It’s disheartening to see the media fail in its duty to hold those in power accountable. Instead of focusing on the real threat that Trump poses to the country, the media often falls into the trap of false equivalency by comparing Biden to Trump.… Continue reading
Matt Underwood 
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