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Jack Smith’s Honorable but Frustrating Journey to Prosecute Trump ; January 2025

Jack Smith made sure to state when he resigned that Mr. Trump engaged in an ‘unprecedented criminal effort’ to overturn his 2020 election loss to Joe Biden. Additionally, Jack Smith stated that the evidence was there to convict Donald Trump. The only reason why the trials did not go forth was because of DOJ policy that prohibits prosecuting a sitting President.

The Uncertainty of the Student Loan Crisis in the Age of Trump

The student loan crisis, a pressing issue under former President Biden, has entered a phase of uncertainty with President Trump back in office. Biden’s initiatives, including forgiving $188.8 billion in student loans and easing repayment with the SAVE plan, are now at risk as the Trump administration signals a potential rollback of these measures. With proposals to dismantle programs like Public Service Loan Forgiveness and the Department of Education itself, the future of student debt relief hangs in the balance. Trump’s track record suggests prioritizing the wealthy over supporting struggling borrowers. Can America afford to overlook the needs of millions saddled with debt?

Disaffection and Abandonment: The European Far-Right Drift

Disaffection and Abandonment: The European Far-Right Drift Foreign Policy Brief #175 | By: Damian DeSola | January 24, 2025 Photo by Mika Baumeister on Unsplash __________________________________ The far-right in Europe is rising once again. Following a trend that has taken ahold of much of the...

The Impact of Autonomous Drones on Privacy and Security

The Impact of Autonomous Drones on Privacy and Security Social Justice Policy Brief #171 | By: Inijah Quadri | January 23, 2025 Photo by Kaleb Kendall on Unsplash __________________________________ Policy Issue Summary Autonomous drones have rapidly integrated into various sectors, including...

TikTok CEO Is Trump’s Latest Billionaire Buddy

TikTok CEO Is Trump’s Latest Billionaire Buddy Technology Policy Brief #125 | By: Mindy Spatt | January 24, 2025 __________________________________ Summary Predictably, a law banning TikTok was in effect for only a few hours on January 19.  The Biden administration’s case against the app as a...

Understanding Trump’s Expansionist Threats

Understanding Trump’s Expansionist Threats Foreign Policy Brief #174 | By: Ibrahim Castro | January 20, 2025 __________________________________ Since his election victory, Donald Trump has made international headlines with a series of comments suggesting possible annexation and military action...

Why is LA on Fire?

Why is LA on Fire? Environment Policy #178 | By: Arvind Salem | Submitted: January 13, 2025 Photo Credit: LAFD Photo | Cody Weireter __________________________________ Policy Summary The latest round of fires, something that has been plaguing Los Angeles, is a scary combination of three smaller...

Ski Patrollers Go On Strike

Park City, Utah, is one of the most premier ski areas in the United States. It boasts a tremendous 350 trails with over 40 lifts to move skiers uphill and access the terrain. Park City Mountain Resort is one of over 40 ski resorts owned by Vail Resorts around the world. Other famous resorts owned by Vail Resorts are: Whistler Blackcomb in British Columbia, Canada; Crested Butte in Colorado; Crans-Montana in Switzerland (home to a FIS World Cup alpine ski race); and three ski resorts in Australia (and many others throughout the United States). Vail Resorts, in 2024, did $2.8 billion in net revenue and over $230 million in net income, according to Vail Resorts website. 

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The Post-Election State of Abortion

The Post-Election State of Abortion

The Post-Election State of Abortion Health & Gender Brief #177 | By: Geoffrey Small | November 26, 2024 Photo by Colin Lloyd on Unsplash __________________________________ Summary As the Republican party seizes control of Congress and The Presidency, abortion...

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A Congratulatory Letter to President Trump

Congratulations on your victory, President Trump. As you prepare to lead our nation, we urge you to address the needs of all Americans—ensuring equitable healthcare, protecting voting rights, tackling climate change, and fostering unity. Your presidency has the potential to shape a brighter future for everyone.

Jack Smith’s Honorable but Frustrating Journey to Prosecute Trump ; January 2025

Jack Smith’s Honorable but Frustrating Journey to Prosecute Trump ; January 2025

Jack Smith made sure to state when he resigned that Mr. Trump engaged in an ‘unprecedented criminal effort’ to overturn his 2020 election loss to Joe Biden. Additionally, Jack Smith stated that the evidence was there to convict Donald Trump. The only reason why the trials did not go forth was because of DOJ policy that prohibits prosecuting a sitting President.

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Why is LA on Fire?

Why is LA on Fire? Environment Policy #178 | By: Arvind Salem | Submitted: January 13, 2025 Photo Credit: LAFD Photo | Cody Weireter __________________________________ Policy Summary The latest round of fires, something that has been plaguing Los Angeles, is a scary...

Don’t Expect Trump 2.0 to be Climate Friendly

Don’t Expect Trump 2.0 to be Climate Friendly Environment Policy #177 | By: Todd J. Broadman | January 10, 2025 Photo by Documerica on Unsplash __________________________________ POLICY SUMMARY President-elect Trump is set to take office on January 6, 2025 and has...

The Uncertainty of the Student Loan Crisis in the Age of Trump

The student loan crisis, a pressing issue under former President Biden, has entered a phase of uncertainty with President Trump back in office. Biden’s initiatives, including forgiving $188.8 billion in student loans and easing repayment with the SAVE plan, are now at risk as the Trump administration signals a potential rollback of these measures. With proposals to dismantle programs like Public Service Loan Forgiveness and the Department of Education itself, the future of student debt relief hangs in the balance. Trump’s track record suggests prioritizing the wealthy over supporting struggling borrowers. Can America afford to overlook the needs of millions saddled with debt?

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The Fallacy of School Choice

Though touted as a way to empower families, school choice policies often widen the gap between wealthy and disadvantaged communities, leaving public schools underfunded and many children underserved. Instead of fixing the education system, these measures risk creating a fragmented system where only a privileged few benefit, while the majority are left behind.

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The Right To Vote in the U.S. Constitution – Part Three

The Right To Vote in the U.S. Constitution – Part Three

In this third part of our series on voting rights, we dive into the role of individual voters who have driven change through ballot initiatives and referendums. From early suffrage movements to recent ballot measures aimed at restricting or expanding voter access, this article explores how citizens have taken the power of voting rights into their own hands—and the impact they’ve made.

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Journalist of the Month - November 2024

Mindy Spatt, a published essayist and freelance journalist, has written for publications including the San Francisco Chronicle and Lambda Book Report. Her background includes legal editing and union organizing, and she served as Communications Chief for a California nonprofit advocating for fair energy and telecom policies.

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