New York Giants quarterback Jaxson Dart found himself in a storm of controversy after introducing President Donald Trump at a rally in New York. Media figures, including Joy Behar from “The View,” labeled him “racist.” The Giants held a team meeting to discuss the incident, further fueled by teammate Abdul Carter’s public criticism of Dart’s...
A Reflection on the AIDS Crisis Forty-five years ago, The New York Times published an article about the mysterious “gay cancer,” marking the onset of one of modern America’s most severe public health crises. By the mid-1990s, I was working as a young lawyer with the AIDS Legal Council of Chicago. We had a small...
Leo XIV, the current pope, often avoids making headlines. Known for his Chicago roots, fondness for the White Sox, and opposition to the war in Iran, his papacy has been rather uneventful in terms of public perception. His theological stance is also mild. Unlike his predecessors, John Paul II and Benedict XVI, who were academic...
Louis Benavides shares a personal account of his wife, Ruth López, who was detained by Salvadoran authorities in May 2025. Ruth, an anticorruption lawyer, played a key role in leading investigations into corruption involving misuse of public funds and the introduction of Bitcoin as legal tender in El Salvador. Her meticulous work raised her profile...
In the mid-1990s, E. Jean Carroll was a well-known journalist and advice columnist for Elle magazine in New York City. She also hosted a daily cable TV advice show. Donald Trump recognized her during an encounter at Bergdorf Goodman, referring to her as the ‘advice lady.’ At that time, Carroll was 52. Fast forward to...
Latest surveys show most Americans believe artificial intelligence will lead to job loss in the U.S. These concerns extend beyond employment impacts. Many doubt the government’s ability to implement effective AI policies. Key Findings Survey data reveals significant skepticism about government involvement in AI regulation. This sentiment is prevalent across various demographics, including all age...
Reflecting on childhood memories, many recall playing with action figures like G.I. Joe, creating stories and adventures for these toys. The pleasure lay in manipulating them to suit our narratives, their inanimate nature rendering them helpless to our imagination. Similarly, some seem to view politicians, including public figures like Michelle and Barack Obama, as entities...
Updated data indicates a rising concern among Americans regarding their financial situation, with a marked decrease in feelings of security compared to last year. This is part of a worsening view of the U.S. economy, where ratings have dropped to levels comparable to 2023. A significant 75% of surveyed individuals state their incomes are not...
In a recent discussion, a husband referred to his decision to leave his family as being “far more complicated” than others realize. He described how after 12 years of marriage and a 16-year relationship, he woke up one Tuesday and concluded he no longer desired to be married. He clarified that his decision wasn’t about...
Boys and men are encountering significant challenges in several key areas, including education, employment, family life, and mental health. Despite these pressing issues, discussions often become entangled in cultural debates, detracting from the core problems at hand. Understanding the Basics: Education and Employment Educational achievement and employment rates for boys and men are witnessing a...