The Erosion of Childhood: Social Media, Substance Use, and the Crisis in Psycho-Social Development

In a rapidly evolving digital landscape, the traditional framework for children’s psycho-social development is being eroded. The slow, deliberate exposure to stimuli that once characterized childhood has been replaced by a world where social media reigns supreme, parental guidance is often lacking, and tolerance for potentially harmful behaviors such as marijuana use is on the rise. Gone are the days […]

Understanding the TikTok Ban: Safeguarding American Interests in a Competitive World

In today’s competitive world, the global stage is fraught with political and economic competition, and one of the key players in this arena is TikTok, an imported good from China. The rise of TikTok in the US market has sparked debates surrounding its impact on American social media platforms and the need to protect national interests. China’s strict control over […]

BREAKING NEWS: Supreme Court Overturns Colorado Decision Barring Trump from Ballot

The United States Supreme Court has made a groundbreaking decision, overturning Colorado’s lower court’s ruling that barred former President Donald Trump from appearing on the ballot in Colorado. However, this decision diverges from a strict interpretation of the law, as it hinges on subjective interpretations rather than adhering strictly to legal precedent. The justices opted for an approach that emphasizes […]

The NeoLiberal Corporation, is that good optics?

Martin Oppenheimer asked me why I was going with The Neoliberal Corporation as a company name. “Is that good optics? I thought you were against #neoliberalcorporations?” This provided an opportunity to discuss the idea behind the name; The NeoLiberal Corporation is bold. It provides a new idea of freedoms free of privileges and strategies that continue class and categories in […]

DLS 2, 2024 REFLECTION PAPER: Comparing Between Eastern and Western Perspectives of Justice: Zhuangzi V Rawls

Georgetown University School of Continuing Studies DLS 2, 2024 REFLECTION PAPER   Comparing Between Eastern and Western Perspectives of Justice: Zhuangzi V. Rawls By: Rev. Renaldo C. McKenzie, DLS Candidate Date: January 31, 2024     Abstract/Introduction   In studying cross-cultural thinking, two persons to compare are John Rawls and Zhuangzi, representing Western and Eastern understanding of knowledge, particularly justice. […]

Untangling the Threads of Leadership: Gender Bias in the Fallout on Campuses Protests

In recent weeks, the academic world has witnessed a series of leadership shakeups following campus protests at prestigious institutions like the University of Pennsylvania, Massachusetts Institute of Technology, and Harvard University. The aftermath has raised pertinent questions about gender bias in expectations for leadership and the intricate narratives surrounding the resignations of prominent female figures. In this article, we explore […]

News Brief: The Gaza War Update in the Middle East

Gaza War Update between Israel and Hamas/Hezbollah: On October 7, 2023 Hamas conducted a covert operation in Israel, bombing huge parts of Israel and killing thousands without any warning or western intelligence operatives knowing. The attack was stealthily and deadly. Since then, Israel has retaliated, after PM of Israel Netanyahu announced that Hamas will pay with their lives promising an […]

Israel’s Pledge to Eradicate Hamas: Unpacking the Complex Reality of Unresolved Histories and Resistance

In recent headlines, Israel vows to obliterate Hamas. But the question arises: how can you send bombs to obliterate an ideology? Hamas is not confined to a physical location; it’s an ideology deeply ingrained in its supporters. They perceive themselves as justified fighters against what they view as Western invasion, symbolized by Israel’s ongoing occupation of their lands. Hamas has […]

Disturbing News: The Number of Online Child Sexual Abuse Cases has Surged!

We recently obtained a disturbing news report from our partners, STATISTA.com regarding the upsurge in child pornography worldwide. The number of online Child Sexual Abuse cases has surged in recent years, as per the latest report by the UK-based NGO and watchdog, Internet Watch Foundation (Internet Watch Foundation). In 2022 alone, they identified a shocking 255,588 URLs hosting abusive content, […]