Autocracy may be here already!

President Donald Trump on the South Lawn of the White House, Washington, DC, on March 21, 2025. Yuri Gripas /Getty Images

It Is the American Voters, Stupid!

American voters are an ignominiously fickle lot, rebounding from one party to another on a whim—every two years—sometimes on a flimsy rationale. Now, they are getting what they deserve   American voters are an ignominiously fickle lot, rebounding from one party to another on a whim – every two years – sometimes on a flimsy […]

The Demonization of “Illegal Immigrants”

Felix Okhiria, MPA, MA. February 13, 2025. “As it was in the beginning, so it is now, and so shall it be, world without end, Amen.” This is a prayer by the faithfuls in the Catholic denomination. Come to think of it, “World without end?” Isn’t that in conflict with the biblical injunction that the […]

America Gets What It Deserves!

President-Elect Donald Trump The American electorate made a historic choice in the last presidential election. For the first time in Trump’s political career, he secured the popular vote and dominated the Electoral College. This unprecedented mandate granted him control of the White House and both houses of Congress, paving the way for significant change in […]

The Dangers of Granting Trump Another Term

In this election, it is crucial to evaluate which U.S. presidential candidates stand firmly for democracy. It’s essential to look at their actions, rhetoric, and policies over time rather than just their campaign promises. Invariably, Donald Trump is the only candidate who has served a term as president. Therefore, evaluating his presidency through the lens […]

The U.S Economy: The Perception and Reality

While the U.S. economy shows strong fundamentals, such as low unemployment and robust consumer spending, challenges like inflation, geopolitical risks, and fiscal deficits need careful management to sustain growth and stability. Comparing the economic fundamentals under the Biden administration to those during the Trump administration involves looking at several critical indicators, including GDP growth, unemployment, […]

Is The U.S. Supreme Court Corrupt?

The U.S. Supreme Court The phrase “No one is above the law” has permeated our system of government for 248 years. It is a foundational principle of the U.S. legal and governmental system, emphasizing that everyone is subject to the law regardless of status. However, the newly constituted conservative majority of the U.S. Supreme Court […]