Donald Trump’s Defense Secretary nominee is qualified. But that’s not why he chose him.
Trump seems infatuated with Gen. James “Mad Dog” Mattis’ personal reputation, not his policies.
Why Trump’s erratic diplomatic behavior may reshape U.S. foreign policy
In taking a Taiwanese phone call, Donald demonstrated his dangerous disregard for diplomatic formalities.
The University of Maryland should match Prince George’s County’s $10.75 minimum wage
Student workers, especially those who need to work their way through college, are in need of a higher minimum wage than the one this university currently pays them.
Science is not an abstract belief; it’s a tool to seek answers with
You can’t just believe in science, but you should believe in the scientific methodology and the conclusions that come from it.
Donald Trump’s Carrier deal was just a marketing ploy to win over voters
The Carrier deal will actually erode profit margins and result in a net job loss.
How legacy news outlets contribute to the fake news problem
Legacy media outlets bear some of the blame for the rise of fake news, and it’s on them to help combat it.
Why the U.S. juvenile justice system needs serious reform
Juvenile detention centers fail to rehabilitate this nation’s youth incarcerates.
Disney’s recent female protagonists are good for young children
Disney characters mold the next generation of children. The company should give the young audiences role-models they can look up to.
Why Fidel Castro has taken criticism for violating human rights when other leaders haven’t
Detailing America’s selective human rights outrage toward our enemies and allies.
The new DNC chair must reflect the progressive values of economic populism and diversity
Democrats must appoint young, diverse leadership to communicate their economic message.