Episode 3 of HBO’s The Last Of Us premiered January 29, took a sharp turn from the story of Joel and Ellie, and was a significant change from the video game’s source material. I’m going to talk about it at length, and there are spoilers aplenty […]
Democracy is often viewed as the best form of government, but when taken to the extreme, absolute democracy can actually enable tyranny. This is because, in an absolute democracy, the majority holds unchecked power and can use it to oppress minority groups. This can happen when […]
We recommend reading Dr. King’s 1963 “Letter From a Birmingham Jail” and “Why We Can’t Wait”, published in 1964.
We know that ending qualified immunity makes things change immediately. Why do we fear this change?
The phrase “the consent of the governed” is a fundamental principle of the Live and Let Live philosophy, which holds that the legitimate authority of any government is derived from the consent of the people it governs. The inverse is also true – government should have […]
Chinese New Year, also known as Spring Festival or Lunar New Year, is a time of celebration and renewal for many people around the world. The holiday marks the start of a new lunar calendar and is a time for families to come together, reflect on […]
Marriage rights and gun rights are often seen as vastly different issues, with one being a matter of civil rights and the other being a matter of public safety. However, upon closer examination, it becomes clear that these two rights are actually quite similar in nature. […]
Tolerance is a vital aspect of any society, as it allows for the peaceful coexistence of individuals with diverse beliefs, values, and lifestyles. Without tolerance, society would be plagued by conflict, division, and oppression. However, tolerance does not mean that we must approve of or condone […]
Yesterday Tony Dungy tweeted an insensitive comment in reply to some schools in Minnesota putting feminine hygiene items in boys locker rooms. Dungy later deleted the tweet, and I’ll assume that he is remorseful. I’m sure, Dungy, who’s 18 year old son committed suicide in 2005, […]