wealth inequality

Does Donald Trump have secondary syphilis? Red splotches on his hand trigger speculation, jokes

The online rumor mill has been swirling with speculation recently about former U.S. President Donald Trump’s health. Specifically, many internet dwellers are hypothesizing if Donald Trump might have secondary syphilis, pointing out red splotches on his hand as signs of the disease. The hypotheses arose primarily out of a need for humor and derision and had led to a quite the array of wisecracks online. As a commentator, it is always intriguing to observe public opinion, and the crazier it is, the more entertainment I glean from it. Yet, I also find it important to reflect on the consequences of encouraging such unfounded rumors.… Continue reading

The American dream is ‘rapidly diminishing,’ Walgreens boss says in plea to raise taxes for the wealthy

The American Dream, for so long the shining beacon that carried the promise of opportunities and prosperity to both citizens and immigrants, is fast fading. This assertion, voiced recently by Walgreens’ boss, is something of a wakeup call. He speaks primarily for himself and his ilk in the top echelons of wealth who believe that this wealth discrepancy is unsustainable and damaging the very fabric of our society. He insists that their taxes must be increased to mitigate the broadening wealth gap and the subsequent demise of the middle class—the real job creator, the driver of diverse industries and the sustainer of demand for a plethora of goods and services.… Continue reading