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AI: The New Literacy Crisis

How AI reshapes expression, why independent creators matter, and why language educators quietly determine whether this revolution empowers people or just accelerates confusion.

Portland’s Mid-Life Crisis: A City at Odds with Itself

It’s been almost a week since I returned to Portland, and the echoes of the past have been hard to ignore. This isn’t my first time here; it’s my third. Each time, I’ve left with more questions than answers, and this time feels no different. The city has a way of drawing you in with […]

Red, Blue, and Cronyism Too: What Really Divides (and Unites) the States

The article critiques the entrenched cronyism in both red and blue states, highlighting how power dynamics favor the elite regardless of political ideology. It advocates for ranked-choice voting (RCV) as a progressive reform to break the binary political system, enhancing voter choice and representation while fostering compromise and reducing polarization.

Craving the Chaos: Why Modern Society Hungers for Violence

The content critiques society’s obsession with violence, highlighting disparities in media coverage between notable homicide victims and everyday tragedies like suicide. It explores the reasons for this fixation, including evolutionary instincts and the influence of social media. The piece calls for empathy, awareness, and a change in how narratives about suffering are consumed and represented.

DEVILS of Journalism EXPOSED!

The article discusses the pervasive issue of clickbait journalism and its impact on media integrity. It highlights how readers, seeking quick emotional gratification, perpetuate this trend, leading to sensationalism over substance. The author calls for a collective effort to resist clickbait and support quality journalism, emphasizing that small choices can reclaim media integrity.