Washington is once again doing its favorite dance: the Shutdown Shuffle. The Capitol's buzzing, tempers are flaring, and if you listen closely, you can almost hear the circus music playing faintly in the background. On one side, you've got Democrats clutching their talking points like pearls at a Southern dinner party; on the other, Republicans…
A Costly Conscience: Thom Tillis, Trump, and the Battle for the Soul of the GOP
In today’s political environment, where blind allegiance too often takes precedence over discernment and conviction, Senator Thom Tillis of North Carolina became the latest Republican to find himself in the crosshairs of President Trump. His offense? Breaking ranks with his party to vote against the advancement of Trump’s massive $3.3 trillion legislative initiative, boldly titled…
A Look at the $1,000 Baby Bonus in the OBBBA
Let’s take a closer look at a provision in the OBBBA that promises a $1,000 federal contribution for every child born between January 1, 2024, and December 31, 2028. Yep, you heard that right: every baby born during that five-year stretch gets what’s being dubbed a “MAGA account,” kickstarted with a cool grand courtesy of…
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