From tear gas near a Chicago school to live bombs at a presidential “celebration,” today’s headlines show a pattern—fear over facts, cruelty over compassion. We can do better, and we must.
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Today in Politics: Power Grabs, Paychecks, and Priorities
A day’s worth of political whiplash: Trump’s third-term talk, DHS’s 287(g) incentive push, unpaid federal workers, a flashy new ballroom in a shutdown—and how local pantries like Kandu Island help when SNAP is threatened.
The Truth Behind the “Big Beautiful Bill”: What You Need to Know
Curious what’s actually inside Trump’s so-called “Big Beautiful Bill”? In this post, I break down what the American Prosperity and Security Reconciliation Act would really do—covering tax cuts, Medicaid changes, environmental rollbacks, hidden provisions, and more. I share personal experiences and plain-English explanations so you can understand how this 900-page bill could impact everyday people. Whether you support or oppose it, here’s what you need to know.
Notes from the edge of the system 