Astroturfed Conservatism: The Fabricated Grassroots Movements and Their Place in History
From the inception of the American political landscape, conservatism has played a pivotal role in shaping the nation’s policies, values, and social dynamics. However, a critical examination of various conservative…
Konrad Heiden: Warnings Unheeded in the Weimar Republic… and Today
In the annals of historical scholarship, few have possessed the foresight and clarity of Konrad Heiden, a journalist and author who, amidst the turmoil of the Weimar Republic, discerned the…
Can MAGA Still End American Democracy?
The United States, despite Donald Trump’s resounding loss in 2020, still finds itself grappling with political and social dynamics that bear unsettling echoes of the past. Central to this upheaval…
The MAGA Movement: A Nexus of Whiteness, White Supremacy, and Neo-Fascism
“Whiteness” and “white supremacy” are terms that have gained significant attention in discussions about race and politics in the United States. “Whiteness” refers to the social, cultural, and political practices…
Rising Tides of Change: The Looming Threat of Climate Change on Hampton Roads
Hampton Roads, a region known for its natural beauty, historical significance, and military presence, is facing an existential threat from climate change. The convergence of rising sea levels, increased precipitation,…
Don’t Waste Time: Primary Bob Menendez
In a political climate where the integrity of elected officials is under constant scrutiny, it is imperative for political parties to take a firm stance against corruption within their ranks.…
Nixon and Guevara: In Conversation
In a covert maneuver orchestrated by his advisors, Richard Nixon finds himself in Havana, Cuba, a city at the heart of revolutionary fervor, where Che Guevara holds sway as one…
The Crisis of Conservatism: An Inherent Lack of Curiosity About the World
In recent times, conservative ideology has dictated a myriad of policy decisions and shaped public discourse, frequently avoiding a deep exploration of the underlying nuances of critical issues. This approach,…
Echoes of the Past: America’s Dance with Fascism
The United States finds itself in the throes of a seismic sociopolitical shift, a nation grappling with the rise of a neo-fascist movement led by Donald Trump and his cadre…
The $12.719 Trillion (and counting) Toll of Deregulation: America’s Self-Inflicted Financial Wounds
In the latter part of the 20th century, a wave of deregulation, championed by influential figures such as Ronald Reagan and Alan Greenspan, swept across the United States. This movement,…