There is a silent crisis growing in our society. But are we prepared to face it?
We are troubled by a wide variety of problems. Some of us are concerned about climate change. Others detailed the continuing impact of the coronavirus. Yet another group is alarmed by Russian aggression and the growing desire for power that appears to be coming with China's rise. Many see the explosion of innovation surrounding artificial […]
Harris’s ‘Opportunity Society’ is in the shadow of LBJ’s War on Poverty
Vice President Kamala Harris has touted an economic vision for America she calls the “Opportunity Society,” a policy that harkens back to an era when presidents distinguished their policies with slogans like Franklin D. Roosevelt's “New Deal” and John F. Kennedy's “New Frontier.” This year marks the 60th anniversary of Lyndon B. Johnson's “War on […]
Jase Robertson’s film says “needs to be watched by society”
“I rarely recommend things to watch.” Jace Robertsonsomeone who isn't very involved in the media. But last weekend, Jace's wife coincidentally mentioned Matt Walsh's 2022 documentary, “What Is a Woman?” Jace was shocked to learn that a movie with such a title existed and was intrigued to watch it. His conclusion is that “what it […]
‘Put it back in society’
Melinda French Gates has spoken candidly about what it's like to be a billionaire, saying that with her enormous wealth comes “great responsibility.” in Vanity Fair interviewThe ex-wife of Microsoft co-founder Bill Gates says her financial situation sometimes feels “surreal”. “The hardest part is going out there and seeing the needs of the people there,” […]
Locals Say Migration Imposes Two-Tier Society on Springfield, Ohio
Ordinary Americans in Springfield, Ohio, speak openly about how elite-induced migration has distorted the economy, destabilized neighborhoods, and created a two-tiered society that favors immigrants over Americans. Federal benefits for immigrants “are a huge burden for people like me, or anyone else who doesn't get benefits. [government-]”Assisted living — to find affordable housing at the […]
Exam Nation by Sammy Wright review – an essential lesson for Britain’s grade-obsessed education system | Society books
TThe back-to-school landscape is often categorised by celebrities who humble-braggingly claim that poor grades had no impact on their subsequent brilliant lives. “I think of Jeremy Clarkson,” the Headmaster author writes. Test Country“I always tweet during exam season. He said he failed his A-level exams but that it was OK.” On the one hand, we […]
Afghan gang rapes shatter Vienna’s civilized café society
Austria is often portrayed as a blissful paradise, echoing with the sounds of music and towering Alpine peaks, and its capital, Vienna, exudes a sophisticated atmosphere, known for its stunning architecture and countless cafes. But beneath this postcard-perfect image lies a much darker reality: yodeling has turned to screams as gang violence takes hold of […]
Biden’s ‘insanely weird story’ about great-grandfather, violent secret society sparks debate
Speaking to trade unionists at a Harris-Waltz campaign event in Pennsylvania, President Biden told a story about his great-grandfather being accused of being a member of a violent Irish secret society, in a revelation that social media commenters called “a very strange story.” “I remember my great-grandfather was the second Catholic ever elected to the […]
‘There’s a Distinct Lack of Shame in Society’
Actress Cate Blanchett believes there is a “notable lack of shame” in modern society, and suggests that shame can be useful because “the lessons we can learn from it are so powerful.” “There's a clear lack of shame in society today,” Blanchett says. said Guardian After being asked at the Venice Film Festival this week […]
Deepfakes in politics and society require more than one solution
This week, former President Trump falsely claimed that images from a recent Harris rally were faked by artificial intelligence, the first clear example of a major American candidate using deepfakes to create uncertainty. Trump’s comments come in response to a growing trend of deepfake scams, including:Generate audio of President BidenNew Hampshire’s primary electionProbably more influentialDeepfakes […]