Author: Hazel Powell
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Juneteenth and the Importance of Protecting Black Families
Juneteenth is a celebration of the end of slavery in America, but it is also a celebration of the beginning of black families living freely and safely. The right of black Americans to build families is a fundamental part of the racial justice we celebrate on June 19th. However, some argue that racial justice and…
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Fundamental Changes Needed for Conservatives to Reverse America’s Decline
The United States is facing a decline, if not chaos, following disappointing election results and years of turmoil in various areas. Conservatives must make fundamental changes to their political and philanthropic strategies to reverse this trend. Superficial changes will not be enough, given the current state of affairs. Inflation is at a 50-year high, crime…
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Five Years After Net Neutrality Repeal: The Evidence Shows Stronger Broadband Networks Than Ever Before
Five years ago today, on June 11, 2018, the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) repealed net neutrality regulations, leading to widespread panic and fear-mongering about the end of the internet. However, in the years since, the evidence shows that American consumers are benefiting from stronger and more extensive broadband networks than ever before. Independent measurement service…
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Investigative Report Reveals China’s PLA Conducted Virology Research at Wuhan Institute of Virology
According to an investigative report published in the Times of London this week, China’s People’s Liberation Army has been conducting virology research at the Wuhan Institute of Virology since at least 2017. The report suggests that some of the first individuals to be infected with Covid-19 were scientists studying the disease at the WIV. These…
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Why America Needs a School Like Michaela: Lessons from a Visit to “Britain’s Strictest School”
Last month, I had the opportunity to visit Michaela School in London, England, an institution known for its strict academic culture and commitment to excellence. The school, which serves about 800 students between the ages of eleven and eighteen, is located near Wembley Stadium and is led by Katharine Birbalsingh, who has gained a reputation…
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California Lawmakers Seek to Give More Power to Government Unions
California government unions have long funded political campaigns, leading to politicians rubber-stamping union demands, with catastrophic results in areas such as education, fire safety, health care, infrastructure, housing, cost of living, taxes, and crime. Now, state lawmakers are set to give even more power to government-union leaders. Senate Constitutional Amendment 7, proposed by State Senator…