Quick take Fox News host Jesse Watters interviewed a masked figure described as an “Antifa whistleblower.” Observers soon noted a striking facial resemblance to a guest from 2023, Ramon “Mundo” Mendoza, who Watters said was a former Mexican Mafia member....
Reframing the Crime Debate: A Toolkit for Democrats Trying to Protect the Middle Class If you’ve spent any time in a neighborhood where a grocery store closes early because the block doesn’t feel safe, you know crime isn’t just a...
Principles, Polls, and the Price of Gridlock: Why the Shutdown Debate Hits the Middle Class When we talk about governing, the conversation often turns to words like “principle,” “compromise,” and “fiscal responsibility.” But behind those buzzwords are real families who...
When Trust Is on the Ballot: A Des Moines Moment That Tests Our Schools, Our Kids, and Our Immigration Rules There aren’t many days in a quiet Midwestern city when the usual routines of school drop-offs and parent-teacher coffees are...
China’s K-Visa: A New Opening for Global STEM Talent A closer look at what a non-sponsorship visa for early-career scientists could mean for families, workers, and the future of innovation. When you talk to families weighing big life decisions—where to...
What you need to know Suspect: Thomas Jacob Sanford, 40, of Burton, Michigan, known locally for his distinctive GMC Sierra truck with two American flags. Event: A mass shooting and arson attack at a Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day...
North Korea at the UN: Nuclear deterrence, diplomacy, and the middle-class lens A closer look at what Pyongyang's UN address means for stability on the Korean Peninsula and for policy choices that affect families across the United States and beyond....
Bridging Brinkmanship: Why a Clean Continuing Resolution Keeps the Country Running A center-left populist take on protecting working families, veterans, and public safety from partisan shutdown theater. Monday afternoon’s White House meeting isn’t just political theater. It’s a high-stakes moment...
The Illusion of Popularity: Trump at 100 Days As we approach the 100-day milestone of Donald Trump's presidency, the rallying cries of his supporters seem to be fading into whispers. Recent polling data is not just a mere indication of...
China's Nuclear Ambitions: A Step Towards Energy Independence As a former teacher turned political commentator, I can’t help but reflect on how essential it is for nations to make informed, strategic decisions around energy production. For too long, discussions about...
The Grim Reality of Gaza: A Call for Humanitarian Action As we sit down with our families to enjoy a meal, let’s take a moment to reflect on the tragic situation unfolding in Gaza. The soaring prices of basic foodstuffs...
A President on the Precipice: A Closer Look at Trump’s Second Term As we approach the 100-day milestone of President Donald Trump's second term, the American public seems to be increasingly voicing their concerns, and the results are nothing short...
The Danger of Weaponizing Government Against Political Opponents It's a sad day when we see a former president using the levers of government to attack his political rivals. In a move that seems more fit for an authoritarian regime than...
A New Voice for Iowa's Working Class: Meet Nathan Sage As Iowa gears up for the upcoming Senate race, the political landscape is about to shift with the entry of Nathan Sage, a former Marine Corps and U.S. Army veteran....
Russia's New Conscription: An Unprecedented Hunt for Young Men On April 1, 2023, Russia set in motion one of the largest military conscription drives since 2011, targeting 160,000 men aged 18 to 30. This staggering number comes as part of...