Tag: political discourse
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How I’m Explaining Trump to My Kids
Get Pregnant Fast I’m in the car, just leaving a busy fast-food joint when a man nearly collides with me, honking loudly. I let him pass, and as I pull out, I can’t help but mutter, “Of course, he’s a Trump supporter.” “What’s a Trump supporter?” my 6-year-old son, Max, innocently asks. Oh boy, here…
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Donald Trump: A Reflection of Our Collective Choices
Get Pregnant Fast Whoops, our mistake, America. We need to take responsibility for this. Donald Trump is no longer the issue; it’s time to stop placing the blame solely on him. The reality is that this situation has transcended his individual actions. Let’s face it: none of his behavior is surprising. His endless stream of…
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When Politicians Were Dull: A Hope for My Children
Parenting Insights Get Pregnant Fast Growing up, my experience of politics was defined by a single president. From my perspective as a child in the ’80s, political life lacked any real suspense. I was only five when President Reagan took office, and I don’t recall his election. The assassination attempt in early 1981 also slipped…
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What a Trump Candidacy Means for Our Kids
Get Pregnant Fast Every morning feels like a waking nightmare in which we’re surrounded by those who support Donald Trump’s bid for the presidency. My feelings towards these supporters are quite clear—I’ve even suggested they disconnect from me on social media. Honestly, anyone who supports Trump likely won’t enjoy my posts, and I doubt I’ll…
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I Can Explain Hillary Clinton to My Kids — But Not Donald Trump
Get Pregnant Fast As a parent who prefers to stay neutral in the political arena, my partner and I have always taken an Independent stance when discussing politics with our children. We strive to present the merits and drawbacks of both major parties without casting them in a negative light. I emphasize that I sometimes…
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Senator Loses Composure During Discussion with Students on Private School Vouchers
Get Pregnant Fast In recent discussions surrounding education, particularly with the spotlight on private school vouchers, a Texas senator’s behavior has raised eyebrows. During an event designed for students to engage in meaningful dialogue about educational policies, Senator Jake Thompson’s reaction to the questions posed by young participants was anything but professional. On what was…
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Donald Trump: A Trigger for Survivors of Sexual Assault
Get Pregnant Fast My assailant remains faceless. It has been nearly a year since I was attacked by a stranger—someone I had never met before. Thankfully, my memories of that night are hazy, limited to the color of his hair and his ethnicity. Yet, the questions linger: How did this happen? Why me? The emotional…
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200 Trump Supporters Walk Out of Amy Schumer’s Show in Tampa
Get Pregnant Fast In a recent stand-up performance in Tampa, Florida, an estimated 200 supporters of Donald Trump expressed their discontent by booing comedian Amy Schumer and walking out of her show. This incident unfolded when Schumer began to address the Republican nominee for president, much to the chagrin of those who were there to…
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My 5-Year-Old’s Unwavering Support of a Female President Gives Us All Hope
Get Pregnant Fast By: Mark Johnson In a moment that resonated deeply within our family, my 5-year-old daughter, Lily, expressed her desire to embody a female presidential candidate for Halloween this year. My partner, Sarah, and I embraced her enthusiasm by dressing up as Secret Service agents to accompany her during our neighborhood festivities. I…