Ways people are honoring, demonstrating and traveling for July Fourth
Independence Day Reflections Amid Changing Sentiments LOS ANGELES – Recent surveys suggest a dip in national pride among Americans, particularly among Democrats since the Trump administration, leading some to ponder the significance of this year’s July 4th celebrations. Yet, Scott Allen, a Democrat residing in Southern California, remains enthusiastic. He plans to celebrate the nation’s […]
Proposed ‘Gio’s Law,’ honoring a tragic Long Island teen, aims to provide EpiPens to police across the United States.
New Bill Aims to Equip Police with EpiPens in Memory of Long Island Teen This week, a bipartisan bill was introduced in Congress aimed at equipping U.S. police vehicles with EpiPens. This initiative is in honor of a young baseball player from Long Island who tragically lost his life due to a peanut allergy. Officials […]
Honoring Black heroes of the American Revolution this Juneteenth
Have you noticed that more Americans are recognizing June 19th lately? I certainly have. Back in 1865, on this very day, the news of the Union’s victory finally reached Galveston Bay, granting freedom to around 250,000 enslaved individuals in Texas. As we celebrate this significant occasion, it’s interesting to consider how it parallels Independence Day […]
Drag queen show honoring Democratic resolution on Oregon House floor faces criticism: ‘Political theater’
Oregon House of Representatives Features Drag Performance In a surprising event, two drag queens performed on the floor of the Oregon House of Representatives Wednesday morning, creating quite a stir among lawmakers. This unusual occurrence took place to honor a democratic resolution acknowledging the “artistic nature of black drag performers” in Oregon, as stated by […]
Family members remember the Battle of Bunker Hill 250 years later, honoring those who were resilient
250th Anniversary of the Battle of Bunker Hill In Charlestown, Massachusetts, a reenactor dressed as a Revolutionary War drummer prepared for an event celebrating the 250th anniversary of the Battle of Bunker Hill. This battle, significant in American history, was fought 250 years ago and is often seen as a pivotal moment during the Revolutionary […]
Honoring Lusia Harris-Stewart, a trailblazer in women’s basketball
Remembering a Pioneer in Women’s Basketball The WNBA has a rich history filled with iconic figures. Stars like Maya Moore, Diana Taurasi, and Candice Parker often come to mind. I can recall watching some of them play during school trips—it was unforgettable. But when I think about legends, one name really stands out: Cheryl Miller. […]
Assembly Democrats successfully block bipartisan measure honoring the October 7 attack on Israel.
Assembly Speaker Blocks Commemoration Bill for October 7 Attack ALBANY – Assembly Speaker Carl Heastie has quashed a bipartisan bill intended to commemorate the tragic attack on Israel that occurred on October 7, 2023. On Friday, Heastie took significant steps to ensure the bill would not make it to Congress for a vote, leaning on […]
‘King of the Hill’ creators criticized for honoring Jonathan Joss
Fans of “King of the Hill” are expressing dissatisfaction over how the show’s creators honored Jonathan Joss following his tragic murder. Joss, who lent his voice to John Redcorn in the Fox animated series, was fatally shot outside his home in San Antonio, Texas on June 1st. In a tribute posted on Instagram a few […]
‘Milk’ Actor Sean Penn Expresses Anger at Trump and Hegseth for Changing the Name of a Ship Honoring Gay Rights Activist Harvey Milk
Dustin Lance Black and Sean Penn Criticize Navy’s Decision on Harvey Milk’s Name Screenwriter Dustin Lance Black and actor Sean Penn, known for their work on the film Milk, have taken issue with Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth’s directive to rename the US Navy’s oil ship, previously designated as the USNS Harvey Milk. They argue […]
Navy vessel honoring gay rights advocate Harvey Milk to be renamed
Defense Secretary Orders Renaming of Navy Ship Recently, Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth announced plans to rename the US Navy ship previously known as the Harvey Milk, a decision that’s stirring up plenty of reactions, especially as it coincides with Pride Month. Harvey Milk was a groundbreaking figure in the gay rights movement, being one of […]