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Jan 15 2024
Headline Roundup
The Lasting Legacy and Teachings of Martin Luther King Jr.
In honor of Martin Luther King Jr. Day, writers across the spectrum are reflecting on King’s legacy.
"Americans’ Highest Aspirations": The New York Post Editorial Board (Right bias) pondered what King would say about America's "contentious racial landscape." The board cites a number of progressive policies as contributing to "real inequities" faced by black Americans. Outlining King’s
CNN (Opinion) The Hill New York Post (Opinion)Dec 06 2023
Headline Roundup
What is a 'Wealth Tax,' and is it Constitutional?
This week, the Supreme Court heard arguments in a case challenging the American tax code.
For Context: The plaintiffs in Moore v. United States argued it’s unconstitutional for the federal government to tax profits that haven’t been realized. If this argument fails, it would establish precedent for a wealth tax, a tax on profits gained from investments but not yet converted into cash.
Vox SCOTUSblog Wall Street Journal (Opinion)Jun 12 2019
News
Biden stays above the pack – and aims fire at Trump
By skipping a big Iowa cattle call, and visiting the state on his own a few days later, the former VP stays a step ahead of the overcrowded field.
Dear reader:
Former Vice President Joe Biden may be widely regarded by analysts and rivals as a “weak” frontrunner – but so far, he’s running a pretty savvy campaign.
Over the weekend, Mr. Biden raised some eyebrows by opting to
Christian Science MonitorMay 06 2024
Headline Roundup
Hamas Says It Accepts Ceasefire Proposal, IDF Claims 'Deception' Over Altered Deal
Hamas said Monday it had accepted a ceasefire deal proposed by Egypt and Qatar, just hours after Israel warned civilians to evacuate parts of Rafah, in southern Gaza.
The Details: News sources initially noted that it was unclear whether Hamas agreed to the deal as written or a revised version; later, the Israeli Defense Forces (IDF) said Hamas’ statement was a “deception” or a “ruse”
CNN (Online News) New York Post (News) ReutersMar 05 2020
Perspectives Blog
Political Diversity and the Wisdom of Boos
Editor's Note: See John Gable's take on this event here.
Over the past decade I’ve been a regular attendee at the Wisdom 2.0 Conference in San Francisco. It’s an annual gathering that brings together thousands of like-minded and like-hearted people, and features a marvelous array of speakers: from wisdom teachers like Jon Kabat-Zinn and Eckhart Tolle, to business executives at Ford and
Brandon RennelsApr 01 2024
Headline Roundup
Israeli Airstrike Kills IRGC Commander Near Iranian Embassy in Damascus
A reported Israeli airstrike killed several people in a building next to Iran’s embassy in Damascus, Syria, including a high-ranking Iranian Revolutionary Guard commander — Brigadier General Mohammad Reza Zahedi.
The Details: The Israeli military has not commented on the attack nor confirmed responsibility. Iran's ambassador to Syria has promised a response. In the aftermath of the
The Times of Israel New York Post (News) The GuardianJan 03 2024
Headline Roundup
Will the Economy Slip into Recession in 2024?
How is the American economy expected to perform in 2024?
Downward Pressure: An article in the Washington Examiner (Lean Right bias) concluded that the economy defied the expectations of many economists by avoiding recession in 2023, but the article warned of “much uncertainty for what lies ahead in 2024.” Noting that heightened interest rates take time to impact the greater economy, the
USA TODAY Wall Street Journal (News) Washington ExaminerNov 25 2014
News
Police militarization is a legacy of cold war paranoia
The police who faced protesters in Ferguson, Missouri looked more like soldiers than officers of the peace. In August, citizens squared off with a camouflage-clad police force armed with tear gas and grenade launchers, armored tactical vehicles and rifles with long-range scopes. Since then, government officials and the media have blamed police militarization on a U.S. Department of Defense
The Week - NewsFeb 07 2024
Headline Roundup
Mother of Michigan School Shooter Convicted of Manslaughter
Jennifer Crumbley, mother of Oxford High School shooter Ethan Crumbley, was found guilty of four counts of manslaughter on Tuesday in connection with the 2021 shooting.
The Details: Crumbley is now the first parent in the U.S. to be convicted over a mass school shooting by their child. She was found guilty of making a gun accessible to her son and overlooking his mental health problems
New York Post (News) NewsNation CBS News (Online)Apr 16 2019
Opinion
OPINION: Why I'm not quitting Facebook yet
Facebook and I go way back.
I've been covering the company's privacy, security and culture scandals since soon after it started having them. I can rattle off all the things Facebook has been accused of (available here in timeline form), the data breaches and hacks its been involved in, and the laundry list of concerns experts have about us using the social network. It is the worst party
Guest Writer - Left