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Author: William Concernwell

  • Legal Backbone

    Legal Backbone

    Sep 20, 2025

    The Supreme Court’s 41% approval rating in 2025 shows a divide between Republicans, who support the Court, and Democrats, who do not trust it, harming its impartiality and public confidence in important rulings.

    Historically, landmark cases like Brown v. Board of Education and Miranda v. Arizona show the power of an impartial Court to protect the rights of everyday Americans and uphold justice for all. These decisions broadened educational access and ensured fairness in legal proceedings, illustrating how balanced judicial leadership strengthens society. But today, the Court’s perceived politicization endangers its ability to perform that role effectively, leaving many Americans skeptical about whether justice truly is blind.

    When trust erodes, it weakens the Court’s power, increases social divisions, and threatens equal protection, making it vital for the judiciary to rebuild its independence and credibility.

  • Partisan Power Grab

    Partisan Power Grab

    Sep 20, 2025

    Everyday Americans stand to lose much when federal agencies lose their expertise, independence, and ability to operate free from partisan interference. It can mean slower services, weaker protections, and policies that don’t reflect the diverse needs of the population.

    This is why it matters deeply who speaks for the people in Congress and how vigorously lawmakers hold the executive branch accountable for protecting public interests, not just advancing political agendas.

    SOURCES

    https://www.politico.com/news/2025/01/29/trump-federal-spending-freeze-project-2025-007378

    https://www.apha.org/topics-and-issues/public-health-under-threat/project-2025

    https://www.govexec.com/transition/2025/04/project-2025-wanted-hobble-federal-workforce-doge-has-hastily-done-and-more/404390/

  • Bowing Down

    Bowing Down

    Sep 20, 2025

    Project 2025, supported by far-right groups, seeks to reform key federal agencies and replace career civil servants with loyal appointees. This could silence ordinary Americans and lead to unchecked actions by the government. It could result in cuts to social programs, reduced regulations, and increased militarization of law enforcement, affecting healthcare, education, and public safety. Congress backing these changes weakens its role as a check on power. There is a great need for citizens to push for government transparency and accountability.

    SOURCES

    https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Project_2025

    https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/c977njnvq2do

    Project 2025, Explained
  • Tightwad, MO #019

    Tightwad, MO #019

    Sep 20, 2025 | Postscape #019

    The Trump administration has made significant cuts to federal Medicaid spending, reducing it by about $1 trillion over the next decade. Critics say these changes will harm children’s access to care, while increased administrative demands could make it harder for families with varying incomes to keep their coverage. These cuts aim to prevent fraud and protect vulnerable populations, yet it may result in fewer people covered. Children’s hospitals, which rely on Medicaid for a significant portion of their revenue, are at greater risk and the administrations failure to implement a policy for continuous health coverage for infants and toddlers is concerning. Opponents of the cuts continue to argue they will worsen health disparities, especially among children.

    Federal Medicaid cuts could hurt Tightwad, Missouri, by impacting low-income residents, children, and the elderly. These changes may cause local hospitals and clinics to struggle financially, possibly leading to reduced services or closures. This would make it harder for residents to access essential care, such as emergency services, home health, and mental health treatment. Low-income families might find it more difficult to maintain their children’s health insurance, creating gaps in care. Overall, the cuts could weaken the town’s healthcare system and harm its most vulnerable citizens.

    SOURCES

    Rural hospitals in Missouri already struggle to turn a profit. Medicaid cuts could force some to close
    Pain of Missouri’s 2005 Missouri Medicaid Cuts Holds Lessons for Today

    Missouri Health Matters

    ANOL

  • Nothing, AZ #018

    Nothing, AZ #018

    Sep 12, 2025 | Postscape #018

    As of late 2025, congressional oversight of the Trump administration is plagued by delays and partisan disputes, especially regarding Jeffrey Epstein-related files. Tensions increased after a controversial letter from the President was found in Epstein’s birthday book. The President’s executive order to close the Department of Education faced little resistance from Congress, raising doubts about oversight effectiveness. The administration’s investigations are seen as distractions. Concerns about transparency remain due to the Department of Justice’s lack of cooperation with oversight requests and ongoing legal disputes related to executive orders on education and civil rights, highlighting tensions between government branches.

    Stalled congressional oversight and new policies from the administration could hurt everyday Arizonans. Proposed cuts to federal funding for Medicaid and SNAP threaten healthcare and food security for many, including over 1 million children. The removal of clean energy tax credits risks billions in investments and thousands of jobs, leading to higher future energy costs. Additionally, new tariffs on imported goods may raise prices on everyday items, while a federal freeze on research grants could negatively impact local universities and tribal communities, affecting important projects and services. Overall, these policy changes could result in economic uncertainty, higher living costs, and reduced access to essential social services.

    SOURCES

    New Fiscal Analysis: The Economic Impact of Federal Medicaid Cuts in Arizona

    E&E News

    KJZZ

  • Volcano, HI #017

    Volcano, HI #017

  • Hazardville, CT #016

    Hazardville, CT #016

  • Climax, MI #015

    Climax, MI #015

  • Oblong, IL #014

    Oblong, IL #014

  • Last Chance, IA #013

    Last Chance, IA #013