The Need for Evidence-Based Solutions Beyond the 12 Steps The addiction crisis in America is a stark and painful reality. From the opioid epidemic to rising rates of alcoholism, gambling addiction, and even compulsive eating disorders, countless individuals and...
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Cutting Hundreds of Billions of Dollars of Funding from Medicaid to Fund Billionaire Tax Cuts Would Hurt the US Working Poor
The debate over how the government chooses to spend its money is heating up. Recently, some proposals suggest taking hundreds of billions of dollars from Medicaid to pay for huge tax breaks for billionaires. This idea might sound good to some, but it could have...
The Shadow of the Confederacy: Examining the Enduring, and Troubling, Legacy of Nathan Bedford Forrest
The American Civil War, a brutal chapter in the nation's history, left deep scars and unresolved tensions. While the Confederacy ultimately failed to divide the nation, its legacy continues to be debated and reinterpreted, particularly in the South. This is perhaps...
The American Healthcare Paradox: Highest Spending, Worst Outcomes?
The United States healthcare system is a paradox. We spend more money per capita on healthcare than any other developed nation – a staggering $12,914 in 2021. Yet, despite this astronomical expenditure, a significant portion of the population remains uninsured,...
Should the United States Abandon For-Profit Health Insurance and Switch to Nonprofit Models to Fix the Healthcare Crisis?
The healthcare system in the United States faces many challenges today. Many people struggle to afford coverage, get quality care, or even find accessible services. The role of for-profit health insurance companies dominates the market, raising questions about whether...
