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May 15 2020
Perspectives Blog
Media Bias Alert: Cheers to NBC for Fake News Apology
One of the biggest media bias-related stories of the past week was about NBC, Attorney General William Barr, and a flagrant case of bias by omission.
Another key part of the story, though, was how the omission was handled.
NBC host Chuck Todd, lead of the network’s staple “Meet the Press” program, criticized Barr on the show Sunday after airing audio of the AG speaking in an
Henry A. BrechterAug 25 2020
Headline Roundup
Perspectives: Evening One of the 2020 Republican National Convention
On Monday night at the Republican National Convention, convention speakers sought to paint a positive picture of America while illustrating a dark vision of socialism and the Democratic Party.
The convention highlighted a more humanitarian side of President Trump, who spoke with COVID-19 survivors, front-line workers, and former hostages who had been released during his administration
RealClearPolitics Washington Post Fox News (Opinion)Feb 13 2024
Headline Roundup
Senate Passes $95 Billion Bipartisan Foreign Aid Bill
The Senate passed a $95 billion bipartisan foreign aid bill early Tuesday morning that would provide supplemental funding for Ukraine, Israel, and Taiwan.
Key Details: The package passed by a 70-29 vote. Twenty-two Republicans supported it, and two Democrats, Sens. Jeff Merkley (D-OR) and Peter Welch (D-VT), opposed the bill, as did Sen. Bernie Sanders (I-VT). House Speaker Mike
New York Times (News) Washington Times CNBCMar 08 2024
Headline Roundup
Biden's State of the Union: Blunt Warning or Partisan Attack?
Did President Joe Biden’s State of the Union address Thursday night achieve its goals and resonate with Americans?
“Blunt Talk”: A writer in Vox (Left bias) stated Biden “issued an unmistakable warning about the threat Donald Trump poses to American democracy.” The writer outlined a dilemma Biden faced as he looked to “alert the public to the danger” of a second Trump term without “
Vox The Hill Washington ExaminerJun 04 2020
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Former Defense Secretary Mattis Denounces Trump
On Wednesday, former Defense Secretary James Mattis denounced President Trump, accusing him of trying to divide America and warning against militarizing our response to the protests over the death of George Floyd.
Tensions have exploded in recent days between President Trump and several current and former military leaders who are critical of how Trump has handled the protests.
The Atlantic Washington Times NPR (Online News)May 23 2023
Headline Roundup
Driver Arrested After Crashing Truck Into White House Barriers
A driver was arrested Monday night after crashing a U-Haul truck into security barriers outside the White House.
The Details: The incident occurred around 10 p.m., and the driver was charged several felonies, including threatening to kill or harm a president, vice president, or family member. No weapons or explosives were found, and there were no injuries. Police reportedly recovered a
Wall Street Journal (News) New York Post (News) NBC News DigitalJan 30 2024
Headline Roundup
Nikki Haley Targeted in Two 'Swatting' Incidents in Recent Months
Nikki Haley, former South Carolina governor and current Republican presidential candidate, was targeted in two 'swatting' attacks in recent months.
What is Swatting? Swatting is a dangerous hoax where someone falsely reports a violent crime at a specific location to provoke a potentially lethal police response.
The Details: Haley was not at home during the incidents, but her
ABC News (Online) Reuters Daily MailJan 25 2018
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SF Renames Columbus Day 'Indigenous Peoples Day'
The San Francisco Board of Supervisors voted to change Columbus Day to Indigenous Peoples Day in order to honor Native Americans who have faced “historic discrimination and violence” in the U.S. Many on the Left celebrate the decision as a victory, while many on the Right argue that it is a politically correct move that strips America of its national identity.
The Hill Washington Times SFGATEJul 18 2016
Perspectives Blog
Missing Perspectives: What's more important, democracy or limited government?
Though the answer is vitally important to our freedom and our way of life, this isn’t a question most Americans would ever consider.
So what’s more important?Perhaps your first reaction is that democracy should always prevail. But should majority opinion always be what drives our laws?
In fact, we must understand that democracy without limits can
Beth BallentineNov 16 2023
Headline Roundup
Protest Outside Democratic Headquarters Turns Violent
On Wednesday night, a pro-Palestinian demonstration outside the Democratic National Committee (DNC) headquarters involving about 150 people turned violent.
Key Details: Dozens of Democratic representatives and candidates, including House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries, were inside the building at a reception when they heard chanting outside. Protesters tried to block entrances and
The Messenger ABC News (Online) Fox News Digital