Is American Authoritarianism on the Rise? A Look at the Current Climate Table of Contents Is American Authoritarianism on the Rise? A Look at the Current Climate Must-read Books for January: Exploring Queer Narratives and Family Dynamics Exploring Queer Family and Identity This Love by lotte Jeffs (January 14) Other Notable January Releases Mothers and … Read more
Progressive Choice Shakes Up Washington’s Catholic leadership Table of Contents Progressive Choice Shakes Up Washington’s Catholic leadership Pope Francis Names Progressive Cardinal to Lead Washington Archdiocese cardinal Wilton Gregory: A Historic appointment in a Snowy Washington Pope Francis’s Progressive Choice Shakes Up Washington’s Catholic Leadership: An Interview with Dr. Sandra Perez A Shift in Direction? … Read more
Trump, Musk, and the ‘Woke’ Debate: A Nation Divided? The term “woke,” once signifying awareness of social injustice, has become a battleground in American politics. Recent statements by Donald Trump and Elon Musk highlight the deep divisions surrounding this increasingly contentious issue. At AmericaFest in Phoenix, Arizona, Trump launched a scathing attack on what he … Read more
A Tennessee Family’s Fight for Transgender Healthcare Access The fight for access to healthcare for transgender youth is deeply personal for one Tennessee family. Brian Williams, a Nashville resident, spoke candidly about his family’s experience during a Zoom call organized by legal representatives involved in a case pending before the Supreme Court. Williams recounted how … Read more
Supreme Court Vape Ruling Could Reshape FDA’s Regulatory Power The Supreme Court heard arguments on Monday in a crucial case that could significantly influence the FDA’s ability to regulate not just vaping products, but a vast array of other goods it oversees. At the heart of the case are two e-cigarette manufacturers who challenged the … Read more
Ariana Grande Chimes In on Viral "Holding Space" Moment with Cynthia Erivo While fans continue buzzing about a hilarious moment from the recent "Wicked" press tour, none other than Ariana Grande herself has chimed in, adding to the internet’s amusement. The moment in question stems from an interview with Cynthia Erivo, who portrays Elphaba in … Read more
Tennessee’s Anti-Trans Bill Faces Supreme Court Showdown The Supreme Court is poised to hear a landmark case that could reshape trans rights in America. The case, United States v. Skrmetti, will determine the constitutionality of Tennessee’s SB1, which bans gender-affirming care for youth. The person arguing the case for the ACLU, coalitions including trans legal … Read more
Groundbreaking HIV Prevention Shot Sparks Hope, Raises Concerns Over Access A new injectable drug, hailed as the closest the world has come to an HIV vaccine, is sparking both excitement and controversy. While hailed as a potential game-changer in the fight against the AIDS epidemic, questions remain about its accessibility, particularly in Latin America where … Read more
Teflis. Georgia’s parliament on Tuesday approved a law restricting the rights of LGBTQ+ people similar to one passed in neighbouring Russia. The bill, submitted by the ruling Georgian Dream party, includes bans on same-sex marriages, adoptions by gay couples and public displays of approval of LGBTQ+ relationships or people, and mentioning them in the media. … Read more
End of artistic freedom in Eastern Europe? When culture ministries become fighting ministries The dismissal of cultural managers by the Slovak Minister of Culture Martina Šimkovičová was only the latest incident. Cultural ministries in many illiberal states in the East are being transformed into “frontline ministries”. They are fighting against liberal values. Doesn’t take facts … Read more