Politics and Policy

Guest Columnist: When Life Appears Insane – State-Journal

In a world filled with chaos and uncertainty, it is not uncommon for life itself to seem utterly lunatic. The daily struggles, challenges, and unexpected twists and turns can leave us feeling overwhelmed and...

The US government under Trump removes minorities from websites and policies

President Donald Trump’s assault on diversity across the United States government is dismantling decades of racial justice programs. From erasing the stories of Navajo “code talkers” on the Pentagon website to demolishing a “Black...

Representative Van Orden is a no-show at Viroqua citizen town hall meeting

Rep. Van Orden, a Republican representative for Wisconsin’s 3rd Congressional District, recently faced criticism for not showing up to a citizen town hall in Viroqua. The event, organized by concerned constituents, was meant to...

Pentagon to eliminate up to 60,000 civilian jobs, with one-third resigning – WJRT

The Pentagon recently announced plans to cut up to 60,000 civilian jobs, with about a third of those positions being eliminated through resignations. This move comes as part of the Department of Defense’s efforts...

Trump administration orders South African ambassador to depart U.S. by end of week – TribDem.com

The Trump administration has recently made a controversial decision to expel the South African ambassador from the United States by Friday. This move has sparked outrage and confusion among many, as it is a...

African American authors organize read-in to promote diversity and inclusion, denounce anti-DEI policy

In response to the Waterloo Community School District’s withdrawal from the University of Northern Iowa’s African American read-in, hundreds of people gathered at Waterloo West High School to listen to Black authors read their...

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