Posts

It's 2019, marijuana should be the least of our nations worries. Marijuana has been linked to helping people who suffer from anxiety, depression, loss of apetite, chronic pain, ect. If marijuana was that big of a national issue how did it become a source of medicine for doctors? There are many common misconceptions about marijuana being a "gateway drug". If you are born with an addictive personality you are more likely than the average person to abuse certain substances. Putting the spotlight solely on marijuana claiming it will lead to a failure of our society, is unfair and contains no background evidence. Saying marijuana would harm our economy is far from the truth. It is predicted that marijuana legalization could produce up to 28 billion in yearly tax revenue. It's important to educate yourself on what marijuana is and what it can do for you.
The article, "Trump says white nationalism is not a rising threat after New Zealand attacks: Its a small group of people."  The authors, Colby Itkowitz and John Wagner from the Washington Post examine Trump's statements following the 49 Muslims that were massacred in New Zealand. Both authors are highly credited with a political science degree and over a decade of experience in journalism. Trump's commentary regarding his opinions of, if white supremacy was a threat around the world, he responded  “I don’t really. I think it’s a small group of people that have very, very serious problems. It’s certainly a terrible thing.”  The mosque shooter who made the attacks targeting muslims mentioned Trump in a manifesto that  expressed  his feelings towards Trump explaining that he is " a symbol of renewed white identity and common purpose." The man who killed 49 muslims is calling out our president applauding him and  recognizing  him as an important figure for the w

Blog One

Hello government classmates and professor Seago!