What Happened to the United States Being Energy Independent?

Economy

As gas prices have reached a national average of $3.42 per gallon, consumers debate whether the United States was ever energy independent. Former President Trump argued in early 2020 that America had finally attained the goal of energy independence, while pundits on the left argued that America has never met this criteria. So, were we ever truly energy dependent?

Parents Group Files Recall Petition Against Loudoun County School Board

U.S. Politics

On Tuesday, the embattled Loudoun County School Board held its regular meeting, and the Board heard from enraged parents once more. In the past few months, the Loudoun County School District has been under fire from parents. At the Tuesday evening meeting, parents presented a petition that would recall current school board chairperson Brenda Sheridan.

Bjorn Lomborg and His Thoughts Climate Change

Climate Change

Who is Bjorn Lomborg? Is he a climate change denier? His frequent appearances on Fox News has earned him a reputation for being "anit-climate change," but, Lomborg is actually someone who believes in climate change. He is the head of a think tank organization, the Copenhagen Consensus Center; through his think tank, Lomborg promotes common sense solutions to environmental issues.

October Jobs Report: US Employers added better-than-expected 531,000 Employees

Economy

After September's disappointing jobs report, the October jobs report offered some hope as employers added 531,000 jobs and unemployment fell from 4.8 percent in September to 4.6 percent. Job creation is roaring back, and nearly every industry demonstrated strong hiring in areas from restaurants to healthcare to retailers.

Truckers Warn Vaccine Mandates will Harm Industry

Economy

As the Biden Administration as well as the Fed's Chairman Jerome Powell continue to blame the current economic inflation crisis on supply chain "bottlenecks" and pandemic-induced shortages, the trucking industry warns that a looming vaccine mandate could decimate the trucking industry. If so, then this could only add to the supply chain crisis.

Fact Check: Is Critical Race Theory Being Taught in some Public Schools?

U.S. Politics

How can parents know whether Critical Race Theory is in fact being presented in schools? Does it have a place in public education? Is it harmful or hurtful for young students? Let's take a look at both sides of the issue.

Biden Addresses Growing Inflation Crisis as Consumer Prices Surge

Economy

On Friday, Biden acknowledged public concern regarding rapidly rising inflation; consumers are paying more for necessities from gas to milk to eggs. Plus, with winter fast approaching, those using natural gas to heat their homes are facing a 250 percent increase in cost compared to last year's prices.

Texas Sued by Justice Department over Election Integrity Legislation

Elections

Embattled United States Attorney General Merrick Garland released the following comments in a statement regarding the suit: "Our democracy depends on the right of eligible voters to cast a ballot and to have that ballot counted. The Justice Department will continue to use all the authorities at its disposal to protect this fundamental pillar of our society."

‘Defund the police” Movement Loses Big in Democratic Cities Nationwide

Elections

Tuesday saw some historic elections take place. In major cities, largely Democratic, candidates who had campaigned on a platform that included defunding the police saw their efforts rejected. This is in addition to the ballot measures, such as the one held in Minneapolis.

Fed Chairman Powell Suggests Inflation Spike Could Last Well into 2022

Economy

Powell spoke to reporters after the Federal Reserve's two day policy meeting. He blamed the highest inflation that Americans have witnessed in 30 years on the supply chain crisis as well as pandemic-induced shortages and growing consumer demand.