05.10.21. Zucked
This week, we look at the problems arising from Facebook’s Oversight Board refusing to make decisions for the company about the ongoing ban of Donald Trump from its platform. Continue reading 05.10.21. Zucked
05.03.21. Celebrity in Chief
This week, we look at the phenomenon of the “celebrity politician”, as well as how celebrity culture is influencing politicians who aren’t famous before they enter office. Continue reading 05.03.21. Celebrity in Chief
04.26.29. Guilty as Charged
As former Minneapolis Officer Derek Chauvin is found guilty of all charges, we look at the impact his trial has had on society and cultural. Continue reading 04.26.29. Guilty as Charged
04.19.21. Closing Arguments
Closing arguments are made in the trial of Derek Chauvin, as people in Minneapolis and around the country prepare for the announcement of the verdict. Continue reading 04.19.21. Closing Arguments
04.14.21. Cause for Pause
This week, the use of the Johnson & Johnson one-shot COVID-19 vaccine is paused, raising questions and concerns, as well as setbacks for President Biden’s vaccination effort. Continue reading 04.14.21. Cause for Pause
04.06.21. Deadly Force
As the trial of Derek Chauvin proceeds, we look at statements from police and medical professionals who call the death of George Floyd the result of “deadly force.” Continue reading 04.06.21. Deadly Force
03.29.21. Meet the Press
President Biden gives his first press conference as reporters ask the commander-in-chief about immigration, filibuster, and other issues. Continue reading 03.29.21. Meet the Press
03.22.21. Takes One to Know One
Things heat up between the U.S. and Russia, following a recent ABC interview with Joe Biden that has raised concerns about foreign policy. Continue reading 03.22.21. Takes One to Know One
03.17.21. The Cuomo Connundrum
This week, we look at the ongoing scandal surrounding New York Governor Andrew Cuomo, and the uneasy position where it has left Democratic leaders including President Biden and Vice President Harris. Continue reading 03.17.21. The Cuomo Connundrum
03.08.21. Talk of the Crown
This week, the British Royal Family is placed under renewed public scrutiny following a “bombshell” interview with Prince Harry and Meghan Markle. Continue reading 03.08.21. Talk of the Crown
03.02.21. First Strike
In the first military action of his Presidency, Joe Biden orders an airstrike on Syria which results in backlash from Congressional Democrats. Continue reading 03.02.21. First Strike
02.24.21: Cointelpro Confessions
This week, in addition to news we look at recent developments regarding the assassination of Malcolm X, a deathbed confession, and its alleged relationship to the intelligence community’s COINTELPRO operations. Continue reading 02.24.21: Cointelpro Confessions