Military Voters May Surprise in 2020 According to a recent Military Times poll, military voters increasingly disapprove of President Trump.[1] In the poll, more active duty service members indicated they’d vote for Joe Biden than for Donald Trump. Trump’s campaign paints him as a strong leader on law and order. But his checkered past on […]
Could Texas Go Blue in 2020?
Could Texas Go Blue in 2020? Texas has long been considered one of the safest states for the Republican Party. Though its cities are mostly blue, its rural areas are deep red and make up a large proportion of its population. Could Texas go blue in 2020? The 2020 presidential election could be pivotal in […]
The Biden-Trump Debate: Divisiveness And The 24 Hour News Cycle
we would need to have a civilized discourse by two intelligent candidates that uphold the virtues of patience, honest discourse, preparation, passion for knowledge, oratory finesse, respect for their opponent, and respect enough for the people listening to know that they deserve more than click bait phrases and headlines
Joe Biden’s Populist Plan to Revive Economy
Joe Biden’s Plan for the Economy The campaign trail for the 2020 election hasn’t been well-trod this year, particularly by Democratic Presidential nominee Joe Biden. Between the worsening pandemic, social unrest, and President Trump’s mishandling of the nation’s crisis response, Biden hasn’t had much opportunity or need to make headlines. But on July 9, Biden […]
Why Trump Succeeded And The Fake Myths Behind Presidential Success
The truth is I abhor the use of liberal/conservative/left/right/democrat/republican language when speaking about politics. Putting people into those buckets is akin to putting us in street gangs, good for only divisiveness. I actually believe voting along party lines should be looked at suspiciously as it doesn’t seem to suggest our representatives are voting for their constituents but rather for the success of their party. What I want to look at are the main arguments I have observed and the psychology behind the support of a figure who has become, whether you like it or not, a divisive figure with a questionable past.
Three Themes from Biden’s Acceptance Speech
Three Themes from Biden’s Acceptance Speech Joe Biden’s acceptance speech at the 2020 Democratic National Convention was memorable. In a mostly empty room, he spoke about dark versus light and tried hard to connect with the average American. Biden’s 25-minute long speech covered a broad range of topics. But the three themes that shone through […]
Four Reasons Kamala Harris is a Good Choice for VP
Four Reasons Kamala Harris is a Good Choice After weeks of pundit speculation, Joe Biden announced United States Senator Kamala Harris as his running mate for the 2020 election. Harris’s experience, family background, stances on big issues, and voter appeal made Kamala Harris a good choice for VP. Harris is a seasoned civil servant Before […]
Three Reasons Mail-In Voting Makes Sense
Three Reasons Mail-In Voting Makes Sense Trump’s reelection campaign and the Republican National Committee are paying millions to fight voting rights lawsuits around the country. These lawsuits attempt to give Americans the ability to vote via mail, so they aren’t required to physically visit the polls during the coronavirus pandemic. But despite the Republican Party’s […]
Summer COVID-19 Spike Weakens the GOP
Several US states are experiencing a COVID-19 spike in infections this summer. Republican strongholds like Texas and Arizona are reporting particularly high numbers, though the problem is widespread. With infections and the death toll mounting, the federal government’s weak, scattered response to the pandemic is under more scrutiny than ever. The Republican Party leadership’s lack […]
Liberal Ideals Attract Educated Voters
Liberal Ideals Attract Educated Voters The conservative party once represented a larger proportion of college-educated voters than the liberal party. But the paradigm is shifting. Today, more college-educated adults associate themselves with the liberal party or lean left in their political views. Less educated voters lean slightly right but are more evenly divided between the […]