When Trump says that he will “make America Great again”, someone should ask: When was the last time that he thinks America actually was “great”? Was it when blacks, latinos, Jews and women all knew their place?
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At the Bernie Campaign’s Canvass Kickoff in Brooklyn
At 8th Street off 3rd Avenue in Brooklyn yesterday hundreds of people gathered to show support for their Presidential candidate Bernie (or is it now Birdie Sanders) and take part in massive neighborhood canvassing
Record Democratic Primary Voting Turnout is Healthy Sign
It is important to see that people are taking the democratic process of voicing their beliefs through the ballot box seriously by showing up in such large numbers and caring about their party’s direction.
The Influences Undertaken
When the self-righteousness with which we allow ourselves to be carried along crowns the influences undertaken, let’s remember that “air is no less heavy because we do not detect its weight.”
No Jail Time Suggested For NYPD’s Peter Liang
NYPD cop Peter Liang, who killed Akai Gurley, may not get any jail time but instead six months probation even though Liang was found guilty of 2nd degree manslaughter
On Compulsory Voting: A Roadmap to Political Legitimacy
Australia is one of the few democratic governments legally enforcing the voting of all citizens. The law – active since 1912 – has resulted in Australia having one of the most politically engaged societies in the world.
Rally Against Donald Trump in New York City
One-thousand to two-thousand New Yorkers rallied in New York City this weekend to protest the ongoing hate speech of Donald Trump. What makes it even more amazing is that mainstream media keeps helping to promote his hate.
Dear Trump Protesters
There is a fine line between being a protester and an agitator, and unfortunately, the protests as of late have been leaning on the side of agitation, and I refuse to participate. I commend those who peacefully protest Mr. Trump, it is your right.
The Fate of Social Security and Medicare
As the U.S. progresses into a position where a surplus for Social Security and Medicare is absent, decisions must be made. These decisions will influence both the current and future beneficiaries, and thus, need to be made with great thought.
It’s Time to Engage in Politics, Starting in Our Communities
If everyone in the country was more engaged with the system we have in place for organizing we could actually make it work like it’s supposed to!