Abandon “Abundance”
The latest Democratic fad sidelines equality and justice in favor of a focus on cutting red tape. This is not the path forward.
Animals Shouldn’t Be Weapons for the Police
Horses and dogs don’t understand why they’ve been conscripted into human law enforcement. Forcing them to inflict violence on people, and get hurt in return, just isn’t right.
- by Alex Skopic
Ralph Nader on How Ordinary People Can Fight Trump and Change America
As the Trump era brings more and more disasters, lifelong activist and author Ralph Nader reminds us that everyone can—and should—demand a greater say in their government.
“Dubai Chocolate” is Regime Propaganda
The viral pistachio-filled candy bar is everywhere—but there’s nothing sweet about the United Arab Emirates and its human rights record.
- by Alex Skopic
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