Author: Sydney Robinson

Pennsylvania Senate Passes Bill Allowing Teachers to Carry Guns in School

Pennsylvania Senate Passes Bill Allowing Teachers to Carry Guns in School

Posted by | Jul 4, 2017 | , |

On Wednesday, the Pennsylvania state Senate voted to pass a bill which would allow teachers in the state to carry firearms while in schools. The bill was purportedly proposed in an effort to prevent school shootings and defend students, but opponents argue that it does more harm than good. The bill passed 28-22 and will now head to the House of Representatives for approval. The bill was introduced nearly four years ago by State Senator Don White of Indiana County. White says he was called to propose the legislation by teachers desperate to be given a better way to...

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Buzz Aldrin Can’t Hide How Stupid He Thinks Trump Is During White House Visit

Buzz Aldrin Can’t Hide How Stupid He Thinks Trump Is During White House Visit

Posted by | Jul 3, 2017 | |

On Monday, President Trump hosted astronauts and NASA scientists at the White House to celebrate the official relaunch of the National Space Council with the expressed goal to land a man on mars. While scientists and space-heads alike are delighted to have a White House once again interested in space travel, actually hearing Trump talk about space was a gross reality check. In attendance was one of the first men on the moon, Buzz Aldrin. The outspoken astronaut had a hard time controlling his judgmental facial expressions as Trump thanked “space” for advancements here on earth.   Buzz Aldrin...

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When We Fight, Things Happen: How Disability Protests Halted Trumpcare Talks

When We Fight, Things Happen: How Disability Protests Halted Trumpcare Talks

Posted by | Jul 3, 2017 | |

Over and over again during the most chaotic moments of Trump’s presidency, we have seen the power of passionate, unified protest. Whether it be the travel ban or the ongoing debate over Trumpcare, when people show up, march around, and make it clear they won’t be silent, lawmakers and leaders have to listen. You may have heard about a large number of protests being held in and around Senators’ offices last week, groups of visibly disabled Americans staging sleepovers in the office of their Senator, urging them to vote against the latest version of Trumpcare. Their motive was clear:...

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Even Christie’s Lt. Governor Can’t Hide her Disgust With Gov’s Beach Scheme

Even Christie’s Lt. Governor Can’t Hide her Disgust With Gov’s Beach Scheme

Posted by | Jul 3, 2017 | |

Over the weekend, New Jersey Governor Chris Christie, who currently enjoys a 16% approval rating in the state, was spotted with his family lounging on a beach that he had closed. Thanks to the failure of lawmakers to establish a budget for the state, the Governor had ordered a state shutdown. Unfortunately for those hoping to enjoy the warm weather for the Fourth, that meant beaches would be closed as well. And yet, on Sunday, the closed beach is where Christie could be found, flanked by his family on the long stretch of lonely sand. The reviled governor’s decision...

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Trump Rants About the War on Christmas… In July

Trump Rants About the War on Christmas… In July

Posted by | Jul 3, 2017 | |

While most of the country suffers through the sweltering heat of summer, made worse by global warming, President Donald Trump is busy looking forward to the cooler temperatures of winter and the politicizing of Christmas that is sure to come. During a veteran’s event held in anticipation of the Fourth of July, Trump brought back an oldie but a goodie when he assured those in attendance that under his rule, America would be sure to start saying “Merry Christmas” again.  The event, “Celebrate Freedom,” was held at the Kennedy Center on Saturday. Trump’s remarks featured the bizarre Christmas throwback...

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