COMMENTARY - It's time to think

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The Negative Impact of Social Media on America

Social media’s negative impact on America includes controlling free speech, fostering hate and violence, compromising privacy, negatively affecting children, and spreading misinformation. Despite potential positives, such as fostering connections, the downsides prevail. Alternatives like personal blogs offer more control and security, emphasizing the need to mitigate social media’s harmful effects.

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The Influence of Show Hosts on News Reporting

Today’s media increasingly features news programs that favor show hosts’ biases over objective reporting. Entertainment trumps factual accuracy, with panel shows like “The View” promoting sensationalism, eroding journalistic standards. Yet, there is a public yearning for genuine journalism. The onus is on consumers to seek credible sources to fight misinformation and uphold the integrity of the press. My own tendencies lean right, but I strive toward balanced reporting.

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Washington D.C. is Failing to Address the Issues

Washington DC is criticized for prioritizing less relevant issues over critical concerns like budget balance, inflation control, and security. Calls for action include eliminating wasteful spending, reevaluating business regulations, and investing in domestic defense. Additionally, emphasis is placed on reforming Medicare and Social Security, tax adjustments, and prioritizing law and order over social issues.

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Is Our Open Border an Invitation?

The recent ISIS attack in Moscow, which claimed the lives of 133 people (and the count continues as of 3/23/2024), serves as a forewarning of potential future occurrences worldwide. In the United States, President Joe Biden and his administration have kept our country’s borders open for the past three years, allowing millions of illegal immigrants to enter without restraint. One...

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The Sickening Game of False Political Ads

In the bustling arena of politics, where narratives clash and ideologies collide, the role of advertising is pivotal. Political ads serve as the battleground where candidates and parties strive to sway public opinion, garner support, and ultimately secure victory. However, amidst the cacophony of slogans and promises lies a contentious issue: the presence of false information and outright lies in political advertisements.

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The California Fair Insurance Plan – Not So Fair

Homeowner insurance providers across California are swiftly canceling policies, leaving countless homeowners in a dire situation. The process appears arbitrary – a mere dart thrown at a map designates an area as high risk, prompting policy cancellations.

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Critique of Biden’s State of the Union Address

The recent State of the Union (SOTU) address delivered by President Biden left a sour taste, marking it as one of the most divisive speeches witnessed in recent memory. His incessant shouting and overtly partisan tone served to alienate rather than unite the nation.