Pretty funny for Obama, the “Hope and Change” guy, to be talking about snappy slogans, especially considering his record in regards to his own slogans. The most egregious part is that he seems to be missing the point on purpose. As Lauren Martinchek points out, he’s “intelligent enough to understand that it’s not a slogan.” When most people make these kinds of arguments, it is usually reasonable to assume that they’re at least coming at it in good faith, and perhaps truly don’t understand that it isn’t just about reform. …

Despite promises that help would “go out the door immediately,” Americans are still waiting on economic relief. Of course, not all of the blame rests on Biden’s shoulders — if it were up to Mitch McConnell, for example, we probably wouldn’t be getting anything at all. However, now that the Democrats essentially have as much power as they’re willing to use, that’s not as much of an excuse.

As if the wait alone isn’t bad enough, it seems as though less help is coming than what we were initially led to believe as well. First, the Democrats backed down on…

Biden himself claims that restoring the Iran nuclear deal is one of his administration’s “main diplomatic goals,” but the moves being made don’t seem to line up with this position.

When asked by CBS Evening News anchor Nora O’Donnell if he would be lifting the sanctions on Iran, Biden simply replied “no.” Press secretary Jen Psaki had more to say in a news conference:

“Overall, his position remains exactly what it has been, which is that if Iran comes into full compliance with its obligations under the JCPOA, the United States would do the same. …

As pointed out by Jen Psaki while dodging a question during a recent press conference, Janet Yellen does indeed have quite a bit of experience in her field. However, contrary to what that answer seems to imply, that shouldn’t excuse her for participating in the corrupt “revolving door” tradition that is so rampant in Washington.

The recent GameStop stock situation has brought to light the fact that Janet Yellen has been paid roughly $7.2 million in “speaking fees” from various corporations since 2019, including several “major banks and investment firms.” $810,000 of that money came from Citadel, a firm which…

While it’s being framed as a crusade against disinformation and preventing violence, what we seem to be witnessing is a reactionary push for censorship from multiple angles. Some may be well-meaning, but some seem to be motivated by self-interest. The reasoning behind it is not the issue though, the issue is censorship itself. Especially concerning is that now even Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez, supposedly one of the most progressive members of Congress, seems to essentially be calling for the creation of an actual “Ministry of Truth.”

One element of this issue is the question of who, if anyone, should get to…

Politicians often fail to live up to the promises that they run on, but these two in particular are shameful to see at a time when so many Americans are suffering and in need of the help that was promised. In the final days of the Georgia Senate race, Joe Biden ramped up the rhetoric, telling voters there that “one state can chart the course, not just for the next four years, but for the next generation.” It seems that Biden should heed his own advice, because the same could be said for the actions that he and his party…

Antony Blinken, Biden’s nominee for the position of Secretary of State, had his confirmation hearing before the Senate Foreign Relations Committee on Tuesday, which was described by PBS as “relatively non-contentious.” Although nothing is certain as of this writing, Karen DeYoung also wrote in The Washington Post that he “appear[ed] to be sailing to confirmation.” DeYoung noted that even Lindsey Graham, who had previously opposed Blinken, this time called him an “outstanding choice,” and voiced his intention to vote in favor of the confirmation. …

This is, understandably, a touchy subject. However, it is also one that recent events have shown should have been addressed more widely some time ago. Donald Trump may have brought the situation to a head, but our problem with white supremacy and the conditions that lead to fascism has a much longer history. If you think about this in strictly binary terms, the USA is not a fascist state. On the other hand, to think more broadly about it, where can we mark the point that fascism starts? …