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Donald Trump is Russia’s ‘Useful Fool’-in-Chief
The term “useful fools” refers in Russian to a person perceived as a beneficial mouthpiece for policies they do not fully understand.
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Santa Claus shot to death after homeowner stands his ground
The town coroner, Helen A. Basket, determined that Clause died instantly. He leaves behind a wife, nine flying reindeer — one with a bright red nose — and a gaggle of elves.
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Trump’s fascist nationalism and xenophobia isn’t new in American politics
An 1893 newspaper article from Butte, Montana, proclaimed “The Chinaman is no more a citizen than a coyote is a citizen, and never can be.”
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As a gay Jewish man, I didn’t do enough to help the people of Aleppo
As the victims of genocide ourselves, where was the outcry from our community as civilians were slaughtered in Syria?
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Onward, Christian soldiers: Jerry Falwell’s university plans on-campus gun range
“If Jesus were alive today, would he apply for a concealed-carry permit?”
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Rep. eyeing Iowa governorship thinks multiculturalism is enemy of freedom
U.S. Rep. Steve King’s brand of “freedom” and “liberty” expand the already wide cultural and political divide further.
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How can we teach critical thinking in the heyday of fake news?
The more people develop critical thinking skills, the more likely we might actually save ourselves, our country, and our world from possible destruction.
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The Stars and Stripes as a symbol of pride and a weapon of hate
One flag symbolizing unity divides the patriots from the nationalists.
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Mike Pence, Republicans, conservative Christianity, and conversion therapy
Pence and other political “leaders” who support these draconian measures should talk to people who have been impacted the most.
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‘Happy Holidays’ is code for ‘Merry Christmas’ and ‘Happy (Christian) New Year’
When people wish others a “happy holiday season” or just “happy holidays,” what exactly do they mean? What events are we including?