By Michael Smith The tragic death of Sonya Massey has reopened old wounds and sparked new discussions about the persi…
Read moreBy Michael Smith In the annals of American history, there are moments that call for a deep, nuanced reflection—a gaz…
Read moreby Michael Smith The political landscape has been shaken by President Joe Biden's decision to step down from the 20…
Read moreby Michael Smith Grab your popcorn because the Republican National Convention (RNC) just turned into the juiciest s…
Read moreby Michael Smith The Democratic Party is once again demonstrating its knack for self-sabotage. Instead of uniting beh…
Read moreBy Michael Smith Political violence, in any form, is unequivocally condemnable. The attempt on former President Donald …
Read moreBy Michael Smith Ah, the delicious irony of politics! In a move that could rival the best reality TV drama, several D…
Read moreBy Michael Smith The Heritage Foundation's Project 2025 has raised significant concerns about its potential impac…
Read moreby Michael Smith The Supreme Court of the United States has been an enduring symbol of justice, yet its decisions oft…
Read moreby Michael Smith In my poem, "Between Two Worlds," I explore the complex emotions of being biracial in Americ…
Read moreBetween Two Worlds by Michael Smith In the land where the stars and stripes soar, where dreams are born, I tread a path…
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☕ Buy Me a CoffeeArticle: Trump’s Clean Energy Cuts Threaten Renewables and Spike Household Energy Bills - Reuters
The bill strips away key subsidies for wind and solar, potentially increasing utility costs while slowing climate action.
Article: Trump’s Tax Bill Could Add $3.4 Trillion to National Debt by 2034 - The Guardian
Beyond climate concerns, the Congressional Budget Office warns of ballooning debt, cuts to safety nets, and 10 million more uninsured.