Minneapolis archbishop urges prayers that inspire action
In St. Paul, the Archbishop of Minneapolis is navigating emotionally charged discussions around the role of prayer following recent mass shootings. Archbishop Bernard Hebda’s parish includes the Announcement Church and school where a shooter tragically targeted children returning to school on August 27. The incident resulted in two fatalities and injured 18 others, mostly students, […]
Trouble lies ahead for Republicans coming back to DC
You might recall that Speaker Mike Johnson (R-LA) unexpectedly postponed the House of Representatives in July for a summer break? That swift exit allowed Republicans to circumvent some awkward headlines regarding the Trump administration’s reluctance to release documents related to the late sex offender Jeffrey Epstein. Now, the council is back, and the Epstein saga […]
Workers and their unions, rather than companies, turned manufacturing positions into quality jobs.
As we mark Labor Day, there’s a growing recognition of the importance of manufacturing—whether that means cars, semiconductor chips, or the factories where these goods are produced. The allure of manufacturing persists. Many claim it played a pivotal role in recent elections, and I tend to think that tariff policies—regardless of one’s stance—might entice some […]
Union violence will persist and escalate without repercussions.
On Labor Day, it’s important to affirm that everyone deserves the right to seek employment wherever they choose, free from intimidation or harassment. Americans should be able to find jobs without encountering aggressive teamsters, for instance. This might sound a bit far-fetched, but it’s based on a real situation. Recently, around 40 workers from Republic […]
The founder of Labor Day demonstrated ways to progress the labor movement today
On Labor Day, we honor American workers and reflect on those who fought for fair working hours, better pay, and workplace benefits. Much of this stems from the efforts of Peter J. McGuire, a pivotal figure in labor history hailing from South Jersey. He was a key player in establishing the American Federation of Labor […]
Increasing number of women run for governor
The number of women in leadership positions, both Republican and Democrat, is on the rise as more women prepare to run for state governorships in the upcoming 2025 and 2026 elections. This November promises to be historic for Virginia, where Lt. Col. Winsam Earl Sears (R) and former legislator Abigail Spanberger (D-Va.) are set to […]
International students encounter unclear visa rules during Trump’s administration.
International students looking to study in the U.S. are facing mixed messages from the Trump administration. Just days after President Trump emphasized the importance of welcoming Chinese students, his administration suggested new regulations that would extend the time required to earn a degree to four years, alongside a mandate for special approval to remain in […]
Evaluating the Democratic candidates for the 2028 presidential election
Democrats are still reeling from the defeat of Kamala Harris in last November’s elections as they contemplate the implications of Trump’s second term. Currently, the Democratic Party appears to lack strong leadership, but that’s likely to shift as we distance ourselves from the recent election. At this point, the landscape for the 2028 presidential race […]
Trump supports Chinese students in the US, stating, “China is giving us a lot of money at the moment.”
President Trump recently announced that he would permit 600,000 students from China to study in the United States, despite facing criticism from some supporters who argue this goes against his “America First” strategy regarding strict visa policies. During a Daily Caller interview released on Sunday, he mentioned that China is contributing significantly to the U.S. […]
Gretchen Whitmer adopts a different strategy with Trump compared to Newsom and Pritzker.
Governor Gretchen Whitmer’s demeanor has shifted recently. While she once maintained a distance, she has now become critical of President Trump’s remarks. As a potential candidate for the 2028 presidential election, Whitmer is drawing attention in Michigan—a vital swing state where Trump claimed victory in 2024. Unlike other Democratic contenders who are openly confronting Trump […]