Agency is another noun that needs to be a verb. Let’s start with a definition: human agency is the capacity to act independently, make choices, and influence outcomes in one’s life and environment. Here are the links to the food stories. Food Safety News with a 2020 story about animal operations, almond trees, and E. coli.… More Democracy Without Agency Isn’t Democracy
No, flying a flag, wearing the colors, and saying the words do not make you patriotic. Here’s Elon abusing his sweet young son. And here’s that community tree lighting. Let’s start here: do you remember 1986 when Challenger blew up? Or 2001 when the Twin Towers were hit? How about when America beat Russia in… More Patriotism is a Verb
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Watch on YouTube or listen via podcast. In marketing, we design campaigns for markets based on personas. We can have one (lousy marketing) or several (good marketing), and they help everyone understand the core characteristics or traits of the persona. We do many other things, but good marketing starts with knowing the customer and their… More Day 6: What it Means to Be an American
Supreme Court decisions have played a massive role in shaping American society. Some of these rulings have advanced justice and equality, while others have sparked intense debates. This blog explores some of the most important Supreme Court cases, looking at how they’ve changed our laws and the way we live. Breaking Down Barriers: Victories in… More Day 66: Supreme Court Rulings That Changed Our Lives
The Supreme Court is one of the three branches of the United States government, standing alongside the Executive Branch (led by the President) and the Legislative Branch (made up of Congress). Each branch has a unique job. The Supreme Court’s main job is to interpret the laws of the land, ensuring they follow the Constitution.… More Day 67: Supreme Court as Guardian of Democracy’s Fragile Balance
Project 2025 is a big plan created by the Heritage Foundation, a group that supports conservative ideas. It is a ginormous, detailed guide that discusses changes in important areas like immigration, environmental rules, and how federal agencies work. The goal is to change policies and ensure that a future conservative government can quickly implement these… More Day 70: Project 2025 is the Heritage Foundation Coming for Us
Today and tomorrow, I’ll review the acceptance speeches delivered by the Vice President and Presidential candidates. Today, we’re starting with the Vice-Presidential hopefuls, peeling back the layers of their words to see what they’re saying—and what it might mean for the future of our country. I’ll walk you through a summary of each speech, highlighting… More Day 74: Speech Battle Vance vs. Coach Walz
The Speaker’s Power and Why It Matters Yesterday, we explored the history and evolution of the role. Today, we’re diving into the modern role of the Speaker, the pros and cons of its current powers, and how it impacts our democracy. This is important because the Speaker of the House is not just a ceremonial… More Day 87: Speaker of the House in 2024