We have settled into the second Trump presidency, marked by a litany of executive orders targeting foreign aid spending, transgender participation in sports, public sector layoffs, and pardons for convicted violent offenders. What do Americans think of these new objectives and the so-called “concepts of a plan” that have now materialized? New polling indicates a […]
A Look at Trump’s Controversial Cabinet Picks
Since being elected for his second term, President-elect Donald Trump has begun the formation of his cabinet. Here’s a look into the people he has already chosen. Chief of Staff — Susie Wiles Wiles is Trump’s former campaign manager, known for being “one of the most feared political operatives in the US,” according to BBC. […]
Tim Walz and J.D. Vance Clash Over Abortion Access
In a debate highlighting stark ideological differences, abortion became the central issue between Tim Walz and J.D. Vance. Walz firmly asserted that reproductive rights are fundamental human rights, while Vance advocated for a state-by-state approach, arguing that different regions should set their own rules. However, Walz’s passionate stance made one thing clear: a woman’s right […]
Sarah McBride’s Bid for Congress Could Make History This November
Delaware State Senator Sarah McBride is running to make history this November — to become the first openly transgender member of Congress. She has served as a Democratic State Senator in Delaware since 2020, making her the current highest-ranking elected official who is transgender. In this position, she is a strong proponent of gun safety, […]
Kamala Harris Takes Trump to Task: A Debate Victory for Democracy
In the first—and likely only—debate between Kamala Harris and Donald Trump, Vice President Harris emerged as the undeniable winner, showcasing her leadership and command of the issues while leaving Trump scrambling to defend his record. With elegance, poise, and most importantly, facts, Harris dismantled Trump’s empty rhetoric. From the moment she stepped on stage, greeted […]
Vice Presidential Candidate J.D. Vance’s Longtime Connection to Far-Right Billionaire Peter Thiel
Trump’s newly-announced running mate, Senator J.D. Vance of Ohio, has a deep history with Peter Thiel, a longtime GOP donor and Silicon Valley billionaire. Thiel has a net worth of 7.9 billion dollars as he co-founded PayPal, invested in Facebook, and is a partner of a venture capital firm, Founders Fund, that has investments in […]
Biden’s student debt relief plan hangs in the balance
Photo by Unseen Studio on Unsplash The Supreme Court is expected to announce a decision on the constitutionality of President Biden’s student loan forgiveness plan in the next few weeks. Biden’s original debt relief plan would have canceled up to $20,000 for the millions of borrowers struggling with student loans across the country. The program […]
Afghan Women Negotiators Warn of “State Collapse” Should the US Leave Too Soon
In a hearing held by the Women, Peace, and Security Caucus, Afghan women negotiators emphasized that the United States’ support is critical to the peace process and democracy and that the U.S. “leaving should not result in state collapse and collapse of institutions.” The Afghan women negotiators cautioned that the Afghan peace process requires patience, […]
Representation Matters: An Intersectional Analysis of What’s at Stake for Women in Politics in 2020
If you’re on Twitter, Instagram, or Facebook, you’ve probably seen #RepresentationMatters floating around. The phrase checks all the boxes for social media – it’s trendy, catchy, and well-suited to describe an expansive list of fields and situations. But what is representation when it comes to politics? Who are our representatives, how do we choose them, […]
Why the Entire Country Must Care About Virginia
2019. It might not have the same ring to it as 2020, but that does not make it any less important. On November 5, Virginians will vote in state elections that could impact people in every other state in this country on issues ranging from women’s equality to the political makeup of our Congress to […]