Author: Jack Hassard

30 Ways to Suppress the Right to Vote

30 Ways to Suppress the Right to Vote

Posted by | Feb 7, 2026 | ,

The FBI recently raided the Fulton County Elections Bureau, seizing over 400 boxes of ballots from the 2020 election, which reaffirmed Biden’s victory in Georgia. The revived SAVE Act, under Republican proposal, poses significant barriers to voting, disproportionately affecting 21 million Americans lacking necessary identification. Historical voter suppression tactics targeting minority groups are now being reinforced through new legislation that restricts voting access. Despite claims of election fraud by Trump and his supporters, investigations have shown no widespread fraud existed in the 2020 election, highlighting ongoing challenges to voting rights facing Americans today.

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The Role of Journalism in Safeguarding Democracy

The Role of Journalism in Safeguarding Democracy

Posted by | Feb 1, 2026 | ,

Authoritarian systems often begin by contesting reality rather than outright banning elections. They undermine the credibility of electoral processes, as seen in Trump’s tactics against the press and political opponents. The silencing of reporters serves to narrow the discourse, equating scrutiny with opposition and stifling accountability. Historical instances show that expansive reporting promotes democracy by illuminating marginalized voices. However, constrictive power seeks to diminish the public record through intimidation, arrests, and surveillance, ultimately eroding democratic principles.

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The Dangers of Trump’s Greenland Deal

The Dangers of Trump’s Greenland Deal

Posted by | Jan 22, 2026 | ,

The discussion highlights the potential dangers of Trump’s approach to negotiating control over Greenland, emphasizing that his tactics—threats and coercion—undermine diplomatic norms. Even in a scenario where no violence occurs, the methods used could set a dangerous precedent for international relations by blurring the lines between negotiation and intimidation. This erosion of trust among allies could lead to instability, making nations hedging their relationships more likely. The key concern is that rewarding such coercive strategies will transform them into a governing model, fundamentally altering global order and perceptions of American leadership.

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