About Sarah Sanders had been the focus of a lot of media discussion following the 2018 White House Correspondents’ Dinner. Although equal time was given to praise Sanders (as well as the Pres and VP), it was the criticisms of her that became most widely known. Some of the discussion following the WHCD seemed to feed… Continue reading Members of The View Defend Sarah Sanders – 4 May 2018
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Anthony Scaramucci CNN Interview with Chris Cuomo – 4 May 2018
About “Anthony Scaramucci discusses Rudy Giuliani’s public comments about President Donald Trump and attorney Michael Cohen over the last few days as he sits down to talk to CNN’s Chris Cuomo.” ~ Description from YouTube video posted by CNN on 4 May 2018. This video is provided here for educational purposes because it’s an example… Continue reading Anthony Scaramucci CNN Interview with Chris Cuomo – 4 May 2018
VICE News: Gabby Giffords Is Not Done Fighting Against Gun Violence (HBO) – 25 Apr 2018
Summary The world knows Gabby Giffords as a gun violence survivor and former congresswoman from Arizona who has emerged as a leader in the movement for common sense gun legislation. What the world doesn’t know is the amount work Gabby has to put in behind the scenes, every day, to be able to continue her… Continue reading VICE News: Gabby Giffords Is Not Done Fighting Against Gun Violence (HBO) – 25 Apr 2018
Both Sides of the Gun Debate Are Flawed
[et_pb_section bb_built=”1″][et_pb_row][et_pb_column type=”4_4″][et_pb_text admin_label=”Defining Both Sides of the Gun Debate” _builder_version=”3.0.106″ background_layout=”light”] Defining Both Sides of the Gun Debate The two sides of the gun debate could be simplistically summarized as follows. [/et_pb_text][/et_pb_column][/et_pb_row][et_pb_row][et_pb_column type=”1_2″][et_pb_text admin_label=”More Guns” _builder_version=”3.0.106″ background_layout=”light”] More Guns Some people believe that easier access to guns, more guns, and fewer gun regulations will… Continue reading Both Sides of the Gun Debate Are Flawed
Reducing Gun Violence and the Rebranding of the NRA
Introduction Today marked an historic nation-wide protest of youth demonstrating in the streets, asking for sensible gun laws. In a discussion about the protests, Amy Schumer, one of the most outspoken gun control advocates in America, in an appearance on The View stated, “there are great kind NRA members who want sensible gun laws.” [Source:… Continue reading Reducing Gun Violence and the Rebranding of the NRA
Apple Refuses to Show Their Transparency Statement (Not an April Fools’ Joke)
Introduction Like the increasing severity of floods, hurricanes, and other natural disasters, it seems that there are increasingly severe global incidents of large-scale abuse, misuse, and poor handling of consumer data by tech companies, social media companies, and financial sector companies. Apple CEO Tim Cook has been a very vocal critic of such incidents, noting… Continue reading Apple Refuses to Show Their Transparency Statement (Not an April Fools’ Joke)
Five Reasons Why the Expulsion of Russian Diplomats is Counter Productive
The UK is blaming Russia for the poisoning of two former spies earlier this month. In retaliation, 20 countries are expelling Russian diplomats. This is the latest in a wave of Russian diplomats being expelled in retaliation for actions presumed to be of Russian origin. The image at the top of this page refers to… Continue reading Five Reasons Why the Expulsion of Russian Diplomats is Counter Productive
YouTube Now Offers Insights Into News Providers
With concerns about ‘fake news’ and questionable sources of content, it’s helpful that YouTube now offers information about content providers so viewers can determine the authenticity of the news they are watching, along with the broadcaster’s funding sources. Below are some examples. When you click on the information link under the YouTube video, a Wikipedia page… Continue reading YouTube Now Offers Insights Into News Providers
Marvel Black Panther Superhero Movie – The Revolution Will Not Be Televised
The trailer (below) for Marvel’s latest super hero movie Black Panther features a re-mix of the 1970s song The Revolution will Not Be Televised. by Gill Scott Heron. It’s a song that’s definitely worthy of bringing back into the public space and consciousness. The audio of the song is available in this YouTube video and… Continue reading Marvel Black Panther Superhero Movie – The Revolution Will Not Be Televised
EDUCATION – Ellen DeGeneres Visits With ESL Teacher Emily Francis and Chobani Founder Hamdi Ulukaya
Ellen surprised Emily Francis, who moved from Guatemala to the U.S. when she was 15 and learned English by watching Ellen. Now Emily teaches English to elementary school kids, and because of her kindness and dedication to her students, Emily and her school received a huge gift, courtesy of The Chobani Foundation.
“What are You Hungry For” With Coach Ginn
Inspiring Advertising Businesses are repurposing their advertising and marketing budgets and instead spending that money to create inspiring advertising uplifting stories that help make the world a better place. The following ad from Stouffer’s is an example. Coach Ted Ginn, football coach of Glenville High School and founder of Ginn Academy, the only all-boys high school in… Continue reading “What are You Hungry For” With Coach Ginn
ACQUITTED: Lindsay Shepherd Found Not Guilty of Being a Conservative
In November 2017 at Wilfrid Laurier University in Canada, Teaching Assistant Lindsay Shepherd had allowed a discussion in her classroom about gender pronouns and she showed a 3-minute public television TVOntario debate on the topic. In a meeting with three of her superiors, Shepherd was brought to tears and reprimanded for having allowed the discussion. She was… Continue reading ACQUITTED: Lindsay Shepherd Found Not Guilty of Being a Conservative