controversies
It seems every time one racially-charged incident ends, a gender or religious controversy takes its place; Ruminate on the issues dividing our nation and world.
Political Discussion?
Five or ten years ago I didn't mind talking about government or politics with other people. I used to write articles about how as an American it was our duty to vote. I would send my vote through the mail when I knew enough to do so. Then I became a Felon in 2018 and although I can go through the red-tape process of re-instating my voting privilege, I haven't done so since I was released from jail five years ago. My opinion on voting changed. I'm just not sure that I trust the voting system. It's not because Biden and Trump say whatever they say. It's because logically thinking, I see too many ways for the current voting system to make mistakes. That's not democracy then. That's just a flawed veil to make it seem like the people's opinions matter, when in reality, there is no way to know for certain what the masses really want.
By Shanon Angermeyer Norman3 years ago in The Swamp
Anti-Tory Chant of England Fan.
England's 'Lionesses' soccer team are doing the nation proud. In the World Cup set in Australia, England beat Haiti 1 - 0 but it was a near-run thing. Haiti despite being a minor in world football played well. They provided a hard job for England and the 'Lionesses' had to fight for the ball. However, England triumphed and got their first victory under their belt.
By Nicholas Bishop3 years ago in The Swamp
Frustrated and Restless
I have so much frustration pent up and I've got to rant and vent again. I just spent my Tuesday morning watching videos of towns and cities around the United States that are swamped with homeless people and failing economies. Poverty, crime, and depression in abundance in many towns and cities and it breaks my heart. This is not the America I remember from my childhood in the 70s. This is not the America I remember as a teenager in the 80s. I know some things started going bad for America in the 90s, but now in this new millenium, things have gone from bad to horrible, and I don't want to sit here and do nothing but whine and cry about it. I want to get out there and get my hands dirty and do whatever I can.
By Shanon Angermeyer Norman3 years ago in The Swamp
Trump: Could Face 40 Years Behind Bars.
Donald Trump seems to be revving his engine to have another run at the White House. He hopes and there does seem to be massive support out there for him, to serve another four years as the Nation's President. It seems the more Trump is hounded or more revelations come to the fore, good or bad, his supporters are standing with him.
By Nicholas Bishop3 years ago in The Swamp
The Tragic Decay of Veterans Affairs Buildings in America
The Veterans Affairs buildings are places that are dedicated to the care of some of the most deserving members of our society – the veterans. Sadly, many of these buildings across America have fallen into a state of disrepair, neglect, and decay. This is despite the fact that the VA, as an organization, receives billions of dollars in funding each year from the government. The state of these buildings is a tragedy, and we must work hard to address this unacceptable situation. In this article, we will take a closer look at why these buildings have been allowed to decay and what we can do to fix this problem.
By Samuel Garza3 years ago in The Swamp
Christian Nationalism: Is It A Threat?
When the Taliban took power last year many far-right so-called Christian Nationalists celebrated. Just like their Islamic Brethren in Afghanistan, these American fanatics love beards and guns. They think that maybe a similar thing can happen in America where the US will be ruled by a Christian Theocracy. Just like in Afghanistan, where the Taliban enforce an extreme form of Sharia, they want the US ruled by the Bible.
By Nicholas Bishop3 years ago in The Swamp
They're Here
Whether you believe as most do, that there is other life in the universe, or you aren't a believer in extraterrestrial life, nothing changes what happened this week. Not just one, but three former military officials testified in Congress on Wednesday, July 26, that the government knows more about Unidentified Aerial Phenomena than they were telling us.
By Jason Morton3 years ago in The Swamp
Judge Sir Brian Langstaff Made Sunak Uncomfortable.
Sunak does not like being pointed out in public. At the public inquiry, Sunak looked like he wished he was somewhere else. The inquiry was concerned with people who had been victims of contaminated blood. Sunak was there to answer for the government and what it did about it.
By Nicholas Bishop3 years ago in The Swamp
