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.
Healthcare: A Right or Privilege?
The debate over American healthcare has spanned decades, but it has not been in a greater spotlight than it is now. Social media and news outlets have gone through great lengths to spread information to its readers and viewers to allow the people to make more informed decisions. Problem is, no one can agree if healthcare should be a right of every citizen or simply a privilege for those who can afford it.
By Alex Hernandez7 years ago in The Swamp
The Middle Ground of Polar Extremes
It’s no secret that America is divided into two polar opposite views when it comes to immigration. The media likes to portray the issue as only two options for resolution. One option is to build the wall and keep all immigration out of the United States, and the other to just open the borders and let whoever wants in, in with no questions asked. But, maybe there is a third option other than the two that are shown to us in the media. Though most people in academia hate the term of “what if,” possibly this is the perfect situation. This article isn’t about the current status of America. This is an article about the future of America.
By David Killion7 years ago in The Swamp
Woman Driving in Saudi Arabia Conflict
Freedom is one of the reasons why human-beings want to live. The conflict of women not being able to drive in Saudi Arabia became a highlighted title that is associated with human rights issues. It’s been classified as a social, cultural and legal conflict that impact the role of Saudi women in the society. It has taken many years for this conflict to be resolved and restored.
By Adnan Mustafa7 years ago in The Swamp
Energy: What the US Government Really Hopes to Get Out of South America
Since declaring himself Venezuela’s interim president in late January, Juan Guaido has drawn the world’s attention to the cash-poor, oil-rich nation. Several countries have recognized his presidency and condemned Nicolas Maduro, who has been accused of human rights offenses, corruption, and election rigging to stay in power.
By Craig Middleton7 years ago in The Swamp
Christchurch
On the March 15, 2019, the world witnessed yet another chilling reminder of the dangers of white supremacy to innocent lives. As it stands, 49 people are known to be dead and over 20 in critical condition following a live streamed slaughter of two mosques in Christchurch, New Zealand. This cold hearted and meditated act of murder has resulted in the loss of innocent lives. Lives of men, children and women who migrated from countries like Bangladesh and Pakistan with the only intention of living and thriving. Some of these lives include Mucad Ibrahim (three), Daoud Nabi (71) and Talha Rashid (21). Rather than validate the poor excuse of a man that felt it was his right to steal these people’s lives, let us remember these names instead and keep them in our thoughts.
By Kofo Ajala7 years ago in The Swamp
Illegal Immigrants
Contrary to popular opinion, illegal immigrants are living among us and aren’t planning on leaving. The United States is a place a lot of people believe "dreams come true" because of the many opportunities our country has to offer. One of which is the ability to attend a form of higher education, further than just high school. Illegal immigrants should receive the same rates of college tuition because everyone deserves to go to college and they pay taxes just like the average American. For illegal immigrants, higher education has been an out of reach dream and it has been for a long time.
By Madison Rheam, B.A.7 years ago in The Swamp
The United States Orders the Suspension of All Flights of the Boeing Model and the Company Recommends the Same "as a Precaution"
Boeing's announcement came shortly after US President Donald Trump announced that the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) would "immediately" suspend the use of the 737 MAX aircraft models 8 and MAX 9 of Boeing.
By vince oath7 years ago in The Swamp
Are Firearms More Deadly Than Automobiles?
I just read Democratic presidential candidate Andrew Yang post to his Twitter account his case for gun control: “There is no practical reason for citizens to have assault weapons. We need to treat gun ownership as an awesome privilege and responsibility and regulate accordingly. Guns are more deadly than cars and we take tests to get drivers licenses.”
By Brian Dollard7 years ago in The Swamp
Apparent Growth in Ill-Health—Is This a Political Issue?
The social media is an outlet for numerous conspiracy theories. Some are about our state of health and what can be causing ill health. In the domestic politics of many nations, health care is a major debating position, showing its importance to individuals and to the governments of nations.
By Peter Rose7 years ago in The Swamp
If You 'Don't See Color,' You Are Racist
Yes, I said it. Refusing to acknowledge the cultural differences and uniqueness of another ethnicity, background and history is disrespectful to them and their culture. The sentiment is often heard in retaliation to sensitive discussions regarding race, and is seen by non-marginalised folk as a way out of difficult conversations. An excuse for their inadvertent racist comments. "I have a black friend, so it’s okay." Is it really? Do you think your singular black friend approves of your disrespect to their identity?
By Mary Pisasale7 years ago in The Swamp
Your Slavery Footprint—How the Choices You Make Every Day Harms People and the Planet. Top Story - February 2019.
As the new generation of young people, Millenials, Gen Z’s and the ones to follow, we are known for our fast fashion and trends that come and go quicker than night turns into day. Whilst some of us dwell on the fact that we may not have the money and/or resources that’s required to stay on top of these fast moving trends, we remain ignorant to the real-life, disastrous consequences of the industry that we continue to fuel and support.
By 7 years ago in The Swamp
Canadian Diplomats in Cuba Continue to Contract Mysterious Illness
This month marks the 14th Canadian diplomat to become ill while working in the Canadian embassy in Cuba. In total 27 diplomats and their families have reported contracting a type of mysterious illness in the same way their American counterparts in Cuba have also been experiencing. The symptoms include nausea, dizziness, headaches, nose bleeds, and trouble concentrating. The complaints began back in the spring of 2017; Canadian diplomats simultaneously began to experience the same symptoms and were complaining about a strange sonic boom like noise around the time the symptoms started. The victims realized that they could be suffering from the “Havana Syndrome” the term that explains the mysterious illness that had previously affected around 24 American diplomats and their families while in Cuba.
By Shelby Cheveldayoff7 years ago in The Swamp
