December 2023

In a nation grappling with myriad pressing concerns, it’s astonishing that education, despite its pivotal role in shaping our future, remains conspicuously absent from top voter priorities.

As Congress addresses the housing bottleneck and soaring home prices with the End Hedge Fund Control of American Homes Act of 2023, can this legislation truly pave the way for affordable homeownership?

Explore the art of storytelling through its most impactful moment with Dr. Mardy Grothe’s annual showcase of the finest literary openers from 2023, demonstrating the captivating and inspiring power of the first sentence in each narrative.

A professor’s journey through Israel reveals new insights into the Israeli-Palestinian conflict, challenging biases and shedding light on its complex history and human impact.

Jack Smith’s Supreme Court push for a rapid ruling on Trump’s immunity, timed crucially close to the 2024 election, stirs a potent mix of legal strategy and political calculus in an already turbulent election year.

“Zuckerberg testified that ‘instead of being granted immunity, platforms should be required to demonstrate that they have systems in place for identifying unlawful content and removing it.’ Clearly, the time has come to revisit immunity.”

From bipartisan beginnings to a complex legislative battleground, the story of America’s Dreamers reveals the evolving challenges and misconceptions surrounding DACA and the elusive Dream Act.

Speaker Mike Johnson’s faith-based policies starkly contrast with America’s secular democratic foundations, highlighting critical questions about maintaining the separation of church and state.

Rich Zacaroli explores the task of reconstructing Gaza’s economy post-war, highlighting the need for global investment and effective governance to address poverty and radicalization.