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Opinion pieces from the left, right, and everyone in between.
Hillary and The DNC Screws Over America's Progress
Never in the history of our politics has America received big surprises coming from both parties. First, Paul Manafort and his long-time business associate Rick Gates turned themselves into the FBI. Both men have 12 charges against them and one of those charges is a conspiracy against the United States. An hour later, the news reports a former campaign volunteer, George Papadopoulos, has been cooperating with the FBI since July. This means there is information that will force more people to resign from the Trump administration and the impeachment process is not too far away. The other surprising news America received was former interim DNC chair, Donna Brazile spilling the beans about what took place in 2016. For the record, as a Bernie supporter, this is an I told you so. However, we are beginning to learn just how deep Hillary and the DNC rigged the 2016 elections. What Politico has published from Donna Brazile's new book Hacks — The Inside Story and Breakdowns That Put Donald Trump in Office is information the people should know.
By Eve's Politics8 years ago in The Swamp
Why American Gun Control Won't Happen
Whilst I think many people will question American gun laws in the light of recent outrages, I want to examine why it’s not a total call for changes. With so many people dying, it seems to those outside the states that a change should be obvious, that assault weapons should be banned and general gun sales limited. In America it appears though that excuses are made for each atrocity and that little attempt is made to change the laws. The N.R.A seems to have control over to many aspects of the attempts to change the laws and their influence seems to hold sway over people’s opinion.
By ASHLEY SMITH8 years ago in The Swamp
An Open Letter to the Democratic Party
When I was a child, I was at my grandparents' house one weekend and I witnessed my grandmother yell an obscenity at my grandfather. It scared me and I began to cry. As she redirected her energy toward comforting me, I asked her why she was so mad at Pop Pop. She replied, "Pop Pop is a stinky Republican and it just makes Mimi so mad because she is a smart Democrat."
By Angie Still8 years ago in The Swamp
Media: Mother Nature's Pesticide
Are we blinded by the darkness that is media? Media .. Mother Nature's Pesticide This is my first time writing an article — a newbie on voicing my opinion online if you will. From the age of 20, I've been through milestones which in effect, help with the developing sense on how to tackle the new world. When you hear the word 'Media', what do you think? What do you link? What do you connect? What is your main source? Media is essentially the main source of mass production for any communicative news — whether that is actually news, weather or merely 'tweeting about your opinion'. Now, when reading about any form of news, one must realise that there are two ways of displaying the cake, displaying the final results. One being utter facts. The other, however, are opinions.
By Devesha Kapila8 years ago in The Swamp
The LGBT Conservative
How are you, the reader, doing today? Allow me to properly introduce myself. My name is Kam Williams. I am 22 years old, and although I am a young adult, I have quite the imagination. This led me to writing fiction novels, in which case I am currently remastering one on this platform, (My novels may not be for the faint of heart, as they may contain NSFW content, so be forewarned). My imagination has also led me to form my own opinions outside of the norm. Having said that, let's get down to business.
By Kameron Williams8 years ago in The Swamp
Debate Etiquette
It's no secret that the way we treat certain social structures is going to change with the times, and has changed consistently. Religion, scientific advancements, and medicinal enhancements are just the obvious structures that have been bashed and ignored with no justification for our actions. I feel as though the way we treat debate in the 2010s and the coming 20s is truly deplorable and I invite you, the reader, to show me where I'm wrong.
By Christopher Williams8 years ago in The Swamp
Down with Hate Speech
I'm sure my opinion here will reach out to some self-righteous liberal who wants to silence my voice and this article by claiming it is hate speech. Hate speech which, by the way, is merely a tool used to censor those who have a controversial opinion. This article serves to spit in the face of those who claim this piece is hate speech.
By Kyle Brundige8 years ago in The Swamp
#WomenBoycottTwitter: Did It Make A Difference, Or Did Women Silence Their Voice?
Anytime people are banding together to fight a common cause for the greater good, I'm intrigued. The #WomenBoycottTwitter movement, which occurred Friday Oct. 13, definitely has me intrigued, but it's also got me concerned.
By Christina St-Jean8 years ago in The Swamp
Why Shouldn't You Punch a Nazi?
Hey there, progressives, and conservatives, and everyone in between the political spectrum! You may be shocked by the title of this piece (or misread it in the first try) but...Yeah, that's the point. Would you be surprised if I told you that not all liberals think the same way? Some liberals are actually the exact opposite of snowflakes (which might be a hard concept for a right winger to understand). As a matter of fact, there are some progressives who are actually just as aggressive (as conservatives) about their views and are not afraid to defend those views with ferocity.
By PHILLY THE AFRICANA8 years ago in The Swamp
Who Gets to Say the N-Word?
I'm going to start off my saying that I am not objective in this subject matter (I do not claim any neutral stance). Honestly speaking, I have certain biases because I am very passionate when talking about the N-word (and I'm black as hell). So, lets start with clearly stating where I stand on the this issue.
By PHILLY THE AFRICANA8 years ago in The Swamp
