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In the past year the number of hate groups has increased from 34 in 2015 to 101 in 2016. This article deals with the vandalization of the Jewish Mount Carmel Cemetery just miles away from us in Philadelphia. On Sunday night, many Jewish tombstones were knocked over, leaving the cemetery in ruins. I'm not typically one to jump to conclusions, but it doesn't seem like a stretch that over the past year the number of hate crimes has increased because we elected someone who inspires hate. You may be thinking "Abby, this is absurd! He hasn't even been in office for a year!". However, over the past year he has been in the spotlight saying inflammatory, hate-inspiring things against just about everyone. The video embedded, however, shows Donald denouncing these hate crimes. He isn't taking action, but at least he isn't staying quiet.
During this time I believe that we need to pay close attention to ALL targeted/minority groups. Do not ignore some and focus solely on others. Elie Wiesel wrote "to forget the dead would be akin to killing them a second time." I urge you and everyone not to forget.
Does Donald Trump inspire hate crimes? Should he be doing more to stop them or bring them to light? Is this looking more and more like the Holocaust? What are YOU doing to fix our world. Yes, I know it's broad. But please, someone, anyone, tell me something that they're doing to help.
Monday, February 27, 2017
Sunday, February 26, 2017
People From 7 Travel-Ban Nations Pose No Increased Terror Risk, Report Says
https://www.nytimes.com/2017/02/25/us/politics/travel-ban-nations-terror-risk.html?ref=politics&_r=0
Last month Trump signed an executive order banning visitors
from 7 predominantly Muslim countries. This
order has been suspended, but they plan to be redone so they will “withstand legal
scrutiny”. The Department of Homeland
Security found that only a small number of people from the seven countries have
been involved in terrorist’s activities.
What do you think of this travel ban? Is it unreasonable? What do you
think of Trump’s plan to build the wall?
Trump's call for US nuclear supremacy raises questions
In 2010 the US and Russia signed the New START Treaty which
aimed to lower the amount of nuclear warheads by 2018. Trump has recently said that the treaty is “a
one-sided deal” and wants to be at the “top” and possess the most nuclear
weapons. However, many experts argue
that the US is already at the top when it come to nuclear weapons, and that the
government is already spending money in the coming years to modernize the
nuclear arsenal. Do you think the US is
at the “top” when it comes to nuclear weaponry? What do you think would be some
of the consequences if Trump went against the START Treaty? How would other
countries react?
Wednesday, January 4, 2017
Out of power, state Dems frustrated with national committee
Out of power, state Dems frustrated with national committee
Over the past 8 years, the Democratic National Committee has deteriorated, following the expiration of Howard Dean's "50 state strategy." Despite Democratic control of the executive branch, the party's state branches have dwindled down to almost nothing because of their lack of funding; they now struggle to pay staff members at all. According to DNC spokesman Adam Hodge, "state parties are the lifeblood of the DNC," because people are unlikely to vote for a party in the general election if they never see candidates from that party even contesting for local elections. This poses an interesting question: would a better functioning DNC have allowed Clinton to win the presidential race? It is hard to say; however, Democrats nationwide seem committed to rebuilding their party at the state level.
Over the past 8 years, the Democratic National Committee has deteriorated, following the expiration of Howard Dean's "50 state strategy." Despite Democratic control of the executive branch, the party's state branches have dwindled down to almost nothing because of their lack of funding; they now struggle to pay staff members at all. According to DNC spokesman Adam Hodge, "state parties are the lifeblood of the DNC," because people are unlikely to vote for a party in the general election if they never see candidates from that party even contesting for local elections. This poses an interesting question: would a better functioning DNC have allowed Clinton to win the presidential race? It is hard to say; however, Democrats nationwide seem committed to rebuilding their party at the state level.
Obama calls for seamless transition for US military to Trump
Obama calls for seamless transition for US military to Trump
As the the presidential cycle begins anew, Barack Obama is gracefully stepping down from his position as commander in chief (not that he had a choice), and trying to make sure that the integrity of the military remains uncompromised despite Trump's questionable military objectives. Earlier in his campaign, Trump mentioned wanting to reinstate the practice of waterboarding, in addition to other torture and interrogation techniques. Furthermore, Obama "pointed to a handful of conflicts that Trump will inherit when he takes office...including the fight against the Islamic State group in Syria and in the Iraqi city of Mosul"; these conflicts are obviously very delicate situations that would be difficult for any president to deal with correctly. It is clear that Obama wants the best for his country and is trying his hardest to achieve it. However, will Trump be able to handle the massive responsibility of the military, even with Obama doing his best to make the transition smooth?
As the the presidential cycle begins anew, Barack Obama is gracefully stepping down from his position as commander in chief (not that he had a choice), and trying to make sure that the integrity of the military remains uncompromised despite Trump's questionable military objectives. Earlier in his campaign, Trump mentioned wanting to reinstate the practice of waterboarding, in addition to other torture and interrogation techniques. Furthermore, Obama "pointed to a handful of conflicts that Trump will inherit when he takes office...including the fight against the Islamic State group in Syria and in the Iraqi city of Mosul"; these conflicts are obviously very delicate situations that would be difficult for any president to deal with correctly. It is clear that Obama wants the best for his country and is trying his hardest to achieve it. However, will Trump be able to handle the massive responsibility of the military, even with Obama doing his best to make the transition smooth?
Senate Democrats Want to Block Trump's Supreme Court Pick
Senate Dems want to block Trump’s Supreme Court pick. That may be riskier than they think
Senate Minority Leader, Charles Schumer says that Democrats are hoping to block Trump's Supreme Court pick for as long as possible. The Senate needs 60 votes to approve a judge, but Republicans only hold 52 seats. Democrats are sure that Trump's nominee will not be someone that both sides could support, which means that Trump could have trouble getting his nominee through. While technically the Democrats can block the nominee indefinitely, this could end up hurting them in the 2018 congressional election and add to tensions between the parties.
Should the Democrats attempt to block Trump's Supreme Court nominee? Would it be wise to try to draw out this issue for months, or potentially, years? How would this move impact the Democratic Party in the future?
Obama Huddles with Democrats on Protecting his Signature Health Care Law
Obama Huddles with Democrats on Protecting his Signature Health Care Law
Obama recently met with Democratic congressmen to discuss ways to protect and preserve the Affordable Care Act. Donald Trump has been very adamant about repealing and replacing ACA, as well as with several other of Obama's executive orders that vary from protection for the LGBT+ community, Planned Parenthood funding, and environmental protection. While Obama met with Democrats, Mike Pence met with House Republicans and vaguely described Trump's plan to reverse Obama's policiesusing a two-track approach and executive orders.
How will the reversal of ACA affect health care in America? Will Trump follow through with his promises to reverse all of Obama's policies or will he keep some? What other policies besides the ACA will Trump target?
Obama recently met with Democratic congressmen to discuss ways to protect and preserve the Affordable Care Act. Donald Trump has been very adamant about repealing and replacing ACA, as well as with several other of Obama's executive orders that vary from protection for the LGBT+ community, Planned Parenthood funding, and environmental protection. While Obama met with Democrats, Mike Pence met with House Republicans and vaguely described Trump's plan to reverse Obama's policiesusing a two-track approach and executive orders.
How will the reversal of ACA affect health care in America? Will Trump follow through with his promises to reverse all of Obama's policies or will he keep some? What other policies besides the ACA will Trump target?
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