A Progressive Viewpoint

It is commendable for Vice President Kamala Harris to pledge to lower food prices, a pressing issue for many Americans. However, she fails to address a critical factor: both her fellow Democrats and Republicans have been significantly influenced by food processing companies and major grocery store chains. These corporations have made substantial political contributions, raising questions about the sincerity of political leaders' commitments to addressing rising food costs. According to data from OpenSecrets , food processing companies and grocery store chains are major political donors, contributing millions of dollars to both parties. Some of the largest contributors include Tyson Foods, Kroger, and Albertsons. While these companies have historically contributed more to conservative candidates, particularly former President Donald Trump, they have also supported Democratic politicians, including Vice President Harris. The influence of these contributions is far from benign. ...

The Democratic National Convention (DNC) recently centered on the nomination of Vice President Kamala Harris for the presidency, emphasizing both her historic candidacy and the broader values upheld by the Democratic Party. Thus far, the convention featured key figures in the Democrat Party such as Hillary Clinton , Former U.S. Secretary of State and 2016 Democratic Presidential Nominee, Former President Bill Clinton - 42nd President of the United States,   Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez - U.S. Representative for New York's 14th Congressional District, Chuck Schumer - U.S. Senate Majority Leader, Former President Barack Obama - 44th President of the United States, Michelle Obama - Former First Lady of the United States, Former Speaker of the House Nancy Pelosi - 52nd Speaker of the U.S. House of Representatives, Pete Buttigieg , Secretary of Transportation and former mayor of South Bend, Indiana, and   Bernie Sanders - U.S. Senator from Vermont . Their speeches undersco...

Senator Bernie Sanders made several compelling points about the nation's current direction in a recent interview with Politico at the Democratic National Convention (DNC). Sanders emphasized key issues that Vice President Kamala Harris and the Democratic Party should prioritize. You can watch the interview in its entirety at the following link: [Bernie Sanders Interview at DNC]( https://youtu.be/GVGHziHVqJY?si=IqiE2Z3J_GEWqlSw ). According to Sanders, the critical issues that Harris and the Democratic Party need to address include: 1. Income Inequality: Sanders highlighted the growing divide between the wealthiest Americans and the rest of the population. He argued that the concentration of wealth in the hands of a few is detrimental to the nation's social and economic fabric. The Democratic Party, he contended, must take bold steps to ensure a fairer distribution of wealth and opportunity. 2. Healthcare and Medicare for All: Sanders reaffirmed his long-standing advocacy ...

  The truth often takes a backseat in the chaotic world of American politics. But just how often do our leaders stray from the facts? Let's compare two of the most talked-about figures in the upcoming 2024 Presidential election, former President Donald Trump, the Republican Party nominee for President, and Vice President Kamala Harris, the presumptive Democrat Party nominee. Using data from PolitiFact , a trusted fact-checking organization, we’ll explore who tells the truth more—and who’s more prone to spreading misinformation. Donald Trump’s Truthfulness: A Closer Look Donald Trump’s relationship with the truth has always been a topic of intense debate. According to PolitiFact, only 25% of Trump’s statements that they’ve checked are true. That means a staggering 75% of his claims are false. Even more alarming, 18% of these falsehoods are so outrageous that they earn the infamous “pants on fire” rating from PolitiFact. This category is reserved for the most blatant and egregiou...

  New Banksy graffiti is popping up in London, and a recent article in The Guardian discusses the impact of these works: The Guardian . Banksy is clearly making a statement, but is it simply to say, “Lighten up, the world is too serious?” I think the meaning of art varies for everyone and serves as a way to spark wider conversations. The spontaneity of his artwork and the randomness of the locations bring moments of delight to the ordinary daily life of London residents and visitors. However, it’s clear that Banksy carefully selects these locations, and his message, though not always obvious, is deliberate. Then, opportunistic capitalists either try to make money by removing the art, or it’s labeled as an eyesore and destroyed. Maybe Banksy expects this reaction and is subtly criticizing our corrupt capitalist system. Like other graffiti artists, Banksy is bringing art directly to the public. Many people don’t have access to art galleries or don’t want to visit them because ...