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The Ukraine Crisis: Situation Update #7

Apr 6, 2022 | Foreign Policy

Brief #152 – Foreign Policy

Ukrainian forces have retaken the Kyiv region and other surrounding areas over the weekend as Russian troops have begun a withdrawal from certain areas of Ukraine. The ongoing invasion has proven to be much more difficult than it seems Russian military officials had expected. About two-thirds of Russian troops have left the Kyiv region and are already in Belarus or on their way there. Though the withdrawal is seen as victory in holding back Russian forces, they are likely to regroup, resupply, and gather reinforcements which may instead intensify fighting later on in other regions.

As Cannabis is Increasingly Being Legalized, What Are Its Health Risks and Benefits?

Apr 4, 2022 | Health & Gender

Brief #148 – Health and Gender Policy
By Inijah Quadri

In 36 states, medicinal marijuana is permitted, and in 14, it is lawful to consume marijuana recreationally. On the subject of legalizing marijuana, this article examines papers published in top economic, public policy, and medical publications, concentrating on the health repercussions of cannabis legalization.

Will the United States Adopt Europe’s Digital Markets Act?

Apr 4, 2022 | Technology

Brief #56 – Technology
By JA Angelo

The European Union continues to lead the way in developing tech policies. In its most recent efforts, the EU passed the Digital Markets Act regulating big tech firms’ efforts to monopolize e-commerce, digital advertising, app stores, and other digital tools we rely on daily to organize our lives. The new law means that Google can no longer send targeted ads without its user’s consent and that Apple would need to offer mobile apps outside of the App Store.

House Votes to Decriminalize Marijuana: Manufacture, Distribution and Possession

Mar 31, 2022 | Health & Gender

Brief #151 – Health and Gender
By Stephen Thomas

By a vote of 220-204, the U.S. House of Representatives Friday, April 1, passed the Marijuana Opportunity Reinvestment and Expungement Act or the MORE Act aimed at decriminalizing the manufacture, distribution, and possession of marijuana. New York Democrat and House Judiciary Committee Chairman Rep. Jerrold Nadler introduced the legislation, an unsuccessful version of which the House passed in 2020.

Russia Gets Shunned by the Sports World as a Result of its Invasion of Ukraine

Mar 31, 2022 | Foreign Policy

Brief #151 – Foreign Policy
By Reilly Fitzgerald

Russia’s invasion of Ukraine has seen an outpouring of support for Ukrainians from every facet of the Western world. One of the largest initial reactions to the war has come from the sports world which banded together following the Olympics and showed a united front against Putin’s war.

How COVID-19 Has Transformed Public Policy and Health Efforts

Mar 28, 2022 | Health & Gender

Brief #150 – Health and Gender Policy
By Katrenia Busch

The crisis surrounding the 2019 coronavirus pandemic has far from ended. Over the past several months, the virus has continued to spread and infect new countries at an alarming rate. The long-term effects of the outbreak are likely to manifest in a number of ways, from economic setbacks and incarceration rates to paradigmatic shifts in health care administration.

Lessons for American Democracy from the Russian War with Ukraine

Mar 28, 2022 | Editorials & Op Eds

U.S. RESIST NEWS EDITORIAL

Russia’s invasion and war with Ukraine has been unfolding in real time in front of our eyes. The war has succeeded in bringing out the courage of Ukrainian President Zelensky and the Ukrainian people and the ruthlessness and cruelty of President Putin and the Russian army.

Free Speech Advocates Push Back Against The 1619 Project Culture War, Book Bans

Mar 28, 2022 | Education

Brief #51 – Education Policy
By Lynn Waldsmith

As conservatives continue to inflame the culture war over “critical race theory” and curriculum or books that it labels as unpatriotic or offensive, free speech advocates are fighting back.

Situation Update #6: The Ukraine Crisis

Mar 24, 2022 | Foreign Policy

Brief #150 – Foreign Policy
By Abran C

Over a month into Russia’s assault on Ukraine, there still is no end. Russia’s attempt to conquer Ukraine has stalled and taken a much larger toll than many predicted. A lack of preparedness, supplies, and morale has caused a stalemate among ground forces. Yet as Russia’s advance has slowed, its air assaults have intensified. About 300 people are believed to have been killed in an airstrike by Russian warplanes on a theatre in the city of Mariupol.

Congress Addresses Use Of Controversial Forced Arbitration Clauses In Two Bills

Mar 24, 2022 | Civil Rights

Brief #185 – Civil Rights
By Rodney A. Maggay

On March 17, 2022 the United States House of Representatives passed H.R. 963. The bill is known as the Forced Arbitration Injustice Repeal (FAIR) Act. The bill passed by a 222 – 209 vote. Introduced by Congressman Hank Johnson (D-GA) the bill will ban the enforcement of forced arbitration clauses for consumers, employees and small businesses involved in legal disputes. The bill would apply to all kinds of workplace and consumer disputes that have become routine in consumer and worker contracts.

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