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Public radio's role in a Trump-dominated media landscape
WNYC is shining a light on the importance of public radio in today's media landscape, especially as Trump continues to dominate the headlines with his divisive ...
Trump's dismissal of Venezuelan elections undermines democracy
In a recent interview with NBC News, Trump unequivocally ruled out the possibility of elections occurring in Venezuela within the constitutionally-mandated 30-d...
Congressional procedures: a reminder of accountability
Ah, the age-old question of how a bill becomes a law. It’s almost poetic, really, especially when you consider how far we've strayed from those democratic ideal...
He is a criminal
As a non-American, this is painful to see this mockery of a nation’s leader. He has so much power but a temper of a three-year-old, who plays with dangerous exp...
Trump's former officials urge for Venezuelan autonomy, but where was this call before?
It's interesting to see former Trump administration officials like Elliot Abrams suddenly advocating for Venezuelan autonomy. After all, during Trump's presiden...
Trump's reckless prioritization of personal interests over public service
The recent news about the man's decision to order the divestment of a $2.9-million computer system is a glaring example of how he continues to put his personal ...
Trump gives up on National Guard deployment—again
So Trump has decided to abandon the National Guard deployment in three cities—what a surprise. This is the same guy who loves to flaunt his supposed toughness a...
The UN Charter and the dangers of unchecked military action
The recent discussions surrounding the United Nations Charter and its stipulations on military force remind us of the critical importance of adhering to interna...
Trump's military operation in Venezuela raises serious legal questions
So here we go again—Trump’s latest escapade involves a military operation aimed at capturing Nicolás Maduro. The legal implications are swirling like a tornado,...
Supreme Court dissent highlights the need for accountability
The recent SCOTUSblog article about a lone Supreme Court justice ordering the president to stop bombing Cambodia is a stark reminder of how crucial it is to hav...