“A long habit of not thinking a thing wrong, gives it a superficial appearance of being right, and raises at first a formidable outcry in defense of custom. But the tumult soon subsides. Time makes more converts than reason.”
–Common Sense
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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...
Why Residents of the New York Metro Area Should Prioritize Flip Rep Lawler’s and Rep Fitzpatrick’s Seats in the Upcoming Elections
The election season is here, and all eyes are on the upcoming congressional races in the New York metro area. These races are more than just political contests—they shape policies that directly impact your daily life. From fixing roads to healthcare, who holds these...
Rising Global Tensions: Could North Korea Supporting Russia and China Backing North Korea and Iran Lead to World War 3?
The world today is like a tense game of chess. Countries are forming new alliances and taking bold actions. These moves could turn minor disputes into a much larger conflict. The question now is: are we close to a third world war? As tensions grow, understanding the...
Trump’s Medicaid Cuts Will Fund His Failed Border Wall
Polls consistently show that Americans want more spent on health care, not the border. Melvis Acosta Tucked into Donald Trump’s “Big, Beautiful” spending bill—which passed in the House last month, and promises major cuts to Medicaid—is a provision to spend $46.5...
The Trump Administration Is Shutting Down the National Suicide Hotline’s Program for LGBTQ Youth
“This is a death sentence potentially to thousands of youth across the United States.” Julia Lurie The Trump administration is shutting down services for LGBTQ youth who call 988, the national suicide hotline. Since the hotline’s launch in 2022, hotline callers could...
ICE Detention Numbers Have Reached a Record High
There are currently more than 56,000 immigrants in custody—the most since 2019. Isabela Dias
What Would Thomas Paine Think of the World Today?
Analyzing the Legacy of "Common Sense" in the Modern Era Thomas Paine’s pamphlet "Common Sense" sparked the American Revolution. Its words helped inspire ordinary people to fight for independence and create a new nation. Over two centuries later, Paine’s ideas still...