Abortion clinics near me is a common Google key phrase that people use. But, unfortunately, it’s also a question that won’t be satisfactorily answered for many women in the United States of America. U.S. citizens have been in a fight between those that believe a woman has the right to choose when or if to have an abortion and those that believe the state has the right to choose. Unfortunately, this fight has been a constant distraction from critical debates about education and climate change. It’s also one of those fights that will continue as long as we fuel the fight. ...

Why is supporting Trump wrong? I’m not a Trump supporter, and I’m not a Biden supporter. However, Trump is someone I would never associate with in real life. Trump’s political stances aren’t the reason why I happily disassociate with people that support Trump. In fact, I agree with some of his policies and think some are good for the economy. I refuse to associate with people that do these things. ...

Assertive liars plague American airwaves and wires. They prey on weak-minded masses that believe facts are impossible to come by. They exploit people for profit, power, and control. First, they claim that a boogie man is exploiting you. Then, they tell you that they will protect you from the boogie man and have the best facts. Many people are tuning in to listen to these liars. They enjoy the wild stories spun by liars and crooks that support their worldview. They claim to do this so you can do your own research while leading you to unproven conclusions. It’s right out in the open for everyone to see while these liars count mountains of cash and thank you for putting food on their table. ...

January 6th is a date that will live in infamy alongside September 2011. Never before has a U.S. President encouraged attacks on Congress and The Capitol Building. American politics have been changed forever, and the outcome of that change is largely unknown. The Republican Party has made it clear that they would like to avoid any discussions about January 6th. It’s not time to preserve power at all costs at the expense of liberty and unity. It’s time to take a deep and clear look at what happened. Leaders in Congress must provide a way to inform all citizens about what happened at the Capitol Building and elsewhere. It is their duty to all citizens. ...

Let’s make politics boring again and drop the insanity. I remember when politics infrequently featured two people with opposing views having a heated conversation? Fast forward to the current state of politics, and everyone has gone mad. Opposition Is Good Focusing on only one point of view harms society; it leads to extremism. To prevent this, it’s essential to consider multiple perspectives and find balance. I enjoy discussions with people who have differing views. It helps me learn and grow. Unfortunately, many avoid discussing politics altogether, leading to extremism on all sides. ...

Gun deaths in America are on the rise. What is the root cause, and how can we prevent these horrific mass murder events? My hypothesis is that fear and despair are the primary causes of gun violence. Our society doesn’t have a safety net to speak of, poverty is rampant, and people have little to lose when they have nothing. When we throw in fear-mongering to get votes and fear-based ads designed to get people to consume, we have a perfect shit storm. ...

Morality is on the decline in the United States of America. Evidenced by the Trump cult continuing to have a voice despite being morally corrupt. Evidenced by the Christian Right, worshiping people like Trump and getting behind corrupt leaders exhibit a complete lack of character. Evidenced by an acceptance of lies coming from leaders as they continue pushing false narratives. It’s a real shit show, and when people talk about a lack of principles and values, many people scoff at those who call people out on their shit. ...

I’ve been mulling political ideas in my head for years. It’s about time I started writing them down. Here’s a list of all the things I wish would happen in the U.S. political arena. No Social, No Bullshit Completely ban all politicians from social media during their term. Relegate all communications between constituents on a single website that allows for two-way communications. Now, they can focus on their job and work for the people instead of showing up on Twitter, Facebook, CNN & Fox News all day. ...

So what do you think? Is it safe to stop following politics for a while yet? A conviction against Trump needs to happen. I have been following one of my state senators, Jeff Merkley, who is doing his job. What he is saying is exactly what I would be saying in his position. It’s almost like we live in a constitutional representative republic. America needs to hold everyone accountable for their actions. If we don’t follow the basic principles of law, then we are no longer a country. On top of following the law, our country needs to seek the truth. ...

How do we know what’s real in our shared reality? Our reality has become complicated, and nefarious actors have complicated it further. Pinning down an unwavering definition of reality is a lifelong task for scientists and philosophers alike, so it’s no wonder we’re struggling. Unfortunately, reality has become a severe point of contention in the United States. We will explore our shared problem with reality, why it’s a magnificently tricky problem, and some proposed solutions. ...