In recent times, the status of Greenland’s sovereignty has been called into question, largely thanks to the reinstated Trump administration. It might come as a surprise, but the United States Government’s interest in the Land of the Midnight Sun isn’t new, rather it dates back to the second half of the 19th century. The American desire for territorial expansion in the 1800s can be realized … Continue reading The Greenland Gambit: An American Arctic
An aggressive campaign by the federal government and states across the country is seeking to eradicate diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) from American society. These welfare policies were never guaranteed to be perpetual or intended to actually pull Black America out of economic decline in the first place. From the start, DEI initiatives have functioned as token reforms—symbolic gestures never designed to approach the Black … Continue reading Sometimes Rejection is God’s Protection: Black Economic Power in the Post-DEI Era
The sound of gunshots is almost as frequent as the train’s horn. The dim streetlight marks the shift from a city into a warzone. No one is safe, no one is sorry, but every mother begins to worry. Children and adults alike work the streets in a land where success is measured by how much one consumes. A land with little hope, no jobs, and … Continue reading From Pauper to Prisoner
When former President Donald Trump secured a second term in the Oval Office, questions immediately arose about how his administration would handle ongoing Department of Justice (DOJ) oversight of local police departments, including in Louisville, Kentucky. Louisville has been under a federal consent decree since December 2024, following an investigation into the Louisville Metro Police Department (LMPD) that identified areas for improvements due to unconstitutional … Continue reading How Trump’s Re-Election Could Impact Louisville’s Police Reform
On January 20th, 2025, reinstated President Donald J. Trump took the oath of office. Since George Washington took the oath in 1789, the tradition is for the President to put their hand on the bible. However, notably, Trump did no such thing. Was this gesture a simple mistake? Or was it symbolic of the administration to come? The moment itself was one in which half … Continue reading Divine Dissent: Religious Opposition to Trump’s Massive Deportation Initiative
Former President Donald Trump and Vice President Kamala Harris walked onto the stage that evening with palpable tension in the air, setting the tone for what would become one of the most highly anticipated and contentious debates in recent memory. Two figures who had not met previously, with opposing political ideologies, faced the daunting task of not only appealing to their core supporters but also … Continue reading A Guide to the 2024 Presidential Election
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Walmart, Kroger, Costco, and Albertsons are the most frequently visited grocery stores in the nation, comprising a whopping 69% of the grocery market. What seems like healthy market competition devolves into an oligopoly when we account for the fact that these supermarkets are heavily influenced by the same 3 companies. Blackrock, Vanguard, and State Street, the big 3 of investment banking, own the most shares of Walmart, Kroger, Costco, and Albertsons. Which effectively shifts market power away from consumer interests. Continue reading The Grocery Oligopoly: Are You In Good Hands?
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Achieving gender equality requires a shift in those societal norms to use language that portrays men and women as equals. If male politicians are referred to by their last name, women should also be referred to by their last name. In an already male-dominated world, women are owed the same respect and recognition as their male peers. Continue reading Widening the Gender Gap by Calling Women in Politics by Their First Names
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While McConnell was often able to function as a leader for his Republican colleagues and as a potential source of compromise from Democratic opponents, the senator also represents a facet of our democracy that many Americans lament: congressional leaders working to undercut compromise and cooperation at every turn. Continue reading The Legacy of Senator Mitch McConnell and Implications of His Departure
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Upon his swearing in at the beginning of the Kentucky General Assembly session in 1936, Anderson recognized his dual roles of serving the people of Louisville while also serving the Black community as a watchdog against discriminatory legislation and practices. Anderson was a crusader against segregation and racial discrimination, but he was also a pragmatist that recognized the politics and racial tolerance of Kentucky at the time. This allowed him to make several substantial legislative accomplishments during his tenure in office. Continue reading Kentucky’s First Black State Legislator
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