politics

Politics does not dictate our collective cultural mindset as much as it simply reflects it; We've got to look in the mirror sometimes, and we've got one.

Conservatives and Liberals
As the years have gone by I have seen a huge similarity on both sides of the generally accepted political scale in America. Both sides say the same thing, "Why do we need the other side?"
By William Valleau8 years ago in The Swamp
Is Russia Our Friend?
We've been hearing a lot about Russia these days, be it in congressional investigations, the Syrian war, in the Ukraine, and recent nuclear missile developments. The United States has a long history with the Russians, since its revolution about 100 years ago. In that time, our relationship could best be described as "tolerant" but certainly not friendly. This is due in large part to opposing political ideologies. We simply do not trust each other and it is remarkable neither side has pulled the trigger to cause a major armed conflict.
By Tim Bryce8 years ago in The Swamp
Poverty in Britain
It is claimed in March 2018, that there are 13 million British people below the poverty line. But what is this poverty line?
By Peter Rose8 years ago in The Swamp
United Nations — Is It Doing Its Job?
United Nations, is it doing its job? The United Nations was set up with high ideals about ensuring peace throughout the world. Most younger people now only hear of the UN because of “celebrity” envoys for this or that campaign. So now is the time to question the structure, aims and capability of this colossal bureaucracy. What it costs, as for who pays? It is always the taxpayers in contributing nations. What does it do and how successful is it? Why are there charities seeking funds to do things, such as relieve child poverty, that the UN also claims to be doing? Is it time to modernise and restructure the UN administration?
By Peter Rose8 years ago in The Swamp
The 2016 Election From the Perspective of a Female, Disabled Special Educator
The 2016 Presidential Election was, without question, a pivotal moment in our country’s history. Never before have we seen a more controversial or contentious race, and never before have we been so divided along party lines. Even now, over a year after the election of Donald Trump, I think most of the country does not fully realize or appreciate how devastating this election was for the disabled community.
By Sarah Marks8 years ago in The Swamp
The Importance of Nuance in Political Debate
Two things where opinion has gotten ridiculously polarized and any attempt at nuance will get your head bitten off, especially in the U.S.: Russia and Israel.
By K S8 years ago in The Swamp
In the Wake of Parkland
We all suffered to some degree following the shootings in Parkland, Florida on Valentine's Day, particularly the high school students there. Their pain is legitimate, their solution to the problem is not. Any time we have a disaster like this, the left likes to point fingers at assault weapons, the FBI, the NRA, and their favorite target, Mr. Trump. In other words, everyone but the shooter himself. This knee-jerk reaction is obviously done for political purposes and addresses merely the symptoms, not the root problem.
By Tim Bryce8 years ago in The Swamp
The Wheels of Injustice
As the wheels of justice grind to a halt by the powers that be, our society is fast approaching a breaking point. A breaking point from which there is really no return. More children with guns and the willingness to carry out horrific acts of violence have put our way of life in grave jeopardy. Serious questions have to be asked, and yet no one has been asking the right ones. What we should be asking is what has happened to a society which has gone from an era of moralistic virtues where our youth who played with toy guns but respected the danger that real guns posed, to today where our youth are getting hold of semi- and automatic weapons which have no place being available to adults let alone our youth.
By Dr. Williams8 years ago in The Swamp
War with and Without Guns
The horrific news of 17 children and adults being shot has drawn together some incredibly motivated and articulate people. Thousands of miles away, I wake daily to the news of the growing momentum in these campaigns for and against firearms.
By Steve Townsend8 years ago in The Swamp
Just Say No to Guns!
Guns are made to kill. Nothing more nothing less. Whether they are pointed at animals or humans, they are for killing. Guns are not for personal decoration. They are made specifically to create death.
By Michael Blair8 years ago in The Swamp
The Real Problem Behind Gun Control Debates
Introduction A massive amount of gun control debates have risen in the wake of the recent Florida school shooting that claimed 17 victims. With each mass shooting that has come to pass, there has always been fiery debate on both sides, and yet no change has come. This is mainly due to misinformation and the vehemency of the partisan divide. I will speak on these obstacles by providing insight into gun control statistics and brainstorming potential compromises that can better secure the people of the nation so that these tragedies no longer dictate normalcy in the nation.
By Jordan Shannon8 years ago in The Swamp
A New Communist Country
Seagulls squawking for freedom. Canada: The Land of the Politically Correct As the seagulls begin squawking for freedom and the beavers begin to thump their tails in warning, the people of Canada are receiving a taste of Communism.
By Jamie Greenwood8 years ago in The Swamp