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On Business and Power

November 29, 2025 By Jordan Pecora

The government is the only entity big enough to stop business from having all the control and economic sway, yet the United States is failing at this.

Tyranny of the Minority

November 12, 2025 By Jenny Oak Tree

Levitsky and Ziblatt propose reforming our democracy in the same vein as Norway has by making representation more proportional and elections more direct.

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Forgetabaht it! New York City is… Screwed

October 31, 2025 By David Anderson, J.D.

Zohran will probably win. Our 1970s municipal bankruptcy won’t have nuttin’ on an abandoned tax base by the class who pay all the bills here today.

On America Super Monopolies

October 31, 2025 By Jack Jones

With the windows closed, the drapes pulled shut and no interaction with the outside world, the powers that be, namely, corporate America and the oligarchs reign supreme and go unchecked.

Somaliland: Excellent News from the Horn of Africa

October 28, 2025 By David Anderson, J.D.

There are rumors about in the diplomatic sphere and in the Somaliland capital of Hargeisa, that Trump might just be about to recognise Somaliland.

PHOTOS: At the No Kings Rally in Chicago

October 22, 2025 By Jack Jones

We should take personal account of our lives from time to time and the way we treat others. We are holding our leaders to this same evaluation.

Executive Immunity and Institutional Erosion

Executive Immunity and Institutional Erosion

October 19, 2025 By Jack Jones

Unchecked executive power threatens democratic institutions in the US, demanding urgent civic response.

Challenges in Contemporary U.S. Leadership

October 18, 2025 By Jack Jones

Trump’s presidency raises questions about accountability, governance, and the U.S.’s standing on the global stage.

Medieval Muslim Thought Experiments and America’s Founding

October 6, 2025 By Adrian Tawfik

There is a line of brilliant thought experiments that stems from medieval Islamic Central Asia and Spain, through the European Enlightenment and to Thomas Paine.

Announcing My Two New Poetry Books Coming Out

October 6, 2025 By Peter J. Dellolio

I wanted to let you all know about these two books that are coming out soon, I’ve been very fortunate to have a short story collection and a book of new poems be released this year.

Facebook is Losing its Chance to be a Force for Democracy

September 29, 2025 By Jenny Oak Tree

Sarah Wynn Williams pitches her idea that Facebook has great power for good in the world, an idealism she eventually loses as she works in policy for Facebook.

Trump, The Wrestlemania President

September 22, 2025 By Jordan Pecora

To uphold our democracy, we need more than just to be entertained. We need thoughtful discussions/debates even amongst those who disagree.

Honoring Legacy, Embracing Justice

August 29, 2025 By Andrew Straw

My family’s story is not only one of proud military service and enduring sacrifice but also one marked by the lasting consequences.

Israel and Moving Forward in Gaza

August 21, 2025 By Jenny Oak Tree

I understand Hamas is not a trustworthy partner, but Israel has long since been an innovative technology center and needs to bring that innovation into politics.

Short-Term Thinking

August 17, 2025 By Jordan Pecora

When running a democratic form of government, people have to believe that leadership is not just thinking about the next news cycle or the next election.

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