Jordan Reid

On Nov. 11, Donald Trump referred to liberals as “vermin.” The United Nations widely recognizes this rhetorical dehumanization as a crucial prerequisite for organized violence, terrorism and genocide. Adolf Hitler’s Nazi party, for instance, repeatedly used the German word for “vermin” to describe Jewish populations before, during and after the Holocaust. Straight Arrow News contributor

Nov 24

The mortality and human suffering in Gaza is horrific, with 0.5% of Gaza’s total population killed and 60%-70% of all Gazans displaced from their homes in the past five weeks since Oct. 7. In the U.S., controversy over supporting Palestine or Israel is on the rise, leading to heated protests and — in some cases

Nov 16

On TikTok, a woman in Scotland showed the contents of a “baby box” care package that expecting mothers receive from their government, which even included a tiny mattress for the baby. The video has sparked a debate on the other side of the Atlantic, where U.S. state and federal governments restrict access to maternal healthcare

Nov 9

The new speaker of the House, Rep. Mike Johnson, R-La., was the fourth nominee for the job after the ousting of Kevin McCarthy. A staunch conservative and Trump ally, Johnson authored numerous bills restricting abortion access, and has defended Louisiana’s same-sex marriage ban before the Supreme Court. He was also a key figure in the

Nov 2

As baby boomers begin to consider senior living options, the burdens of senior healthcare will fall upon working millennials and Gen X, who will be raising their children and working one or two jobs while also caring for their aging parents. It’s a burden that will present unique challenges to Americans today and in the

Oct 26

After the recent Hamas attack on Israel, the social media platform X, formerly known as Twitter, is under investigation for hosting posts containing disinformation about the conflict. Despite X’s claims to have removed hundreds of posts related to Hamas, misleading content continues circulating on social media. Straight Arrow News contributor Jordan Reid argues that engaging

Oct 19

On Saturday, Oct. 7, Hamas militants attacked Israel, launching missiles, killing hundreds of soldiers and civilians, and taking hostages. Later that day, Israel launched a counterattack on Gaza. Since then, attacks have continued from both sides. As of Thursday morning, Oct. 12, according to Israeli and U.S. sources, Hamas’ surprise attack in Israel has killed

Oct 12

Simone Biles and the U.S. women’s gymnastics team achieved an impressive seventh consecutive world title at the World Artistic Gymnastics Championships in Antwerp, Belgium. Biles is now the most decorated gymnast in U.S. history, and the American women’s team has maintained their unbeaten streak in world team titles since 2011. Despite their remarkable achievements, controversy surrounds the

Oct 5

British actor Russell Brand is under investigation for sexual assault allegations, leading some conservatives, including Tucker Carlson, to support him by suggesting that his right-leaning political beliefs triggered the investigation. Social media influencer Andrew Tate, currently awaiting trial in Romania on charges of rape and human trafficking, has also expressed support for Brand. Straight Arrow

Sep 28

In the upcoming 2024 election, President Joe Biden and former President Donald Trump lead in the polls, but both face criticism regarding their age. Biden often receives heightened attention for displaying signs of aging in public, including moments of stuttering and occasional tripping. Straight Arrow News contributor Jordan Reid wants to remind voters to steer

Sep 21

The recent increase in COVID-19 cases has again brought the virus into the spotlight, reigniting discussions about vaccines, lockdowns and mask mandates. As new variants emerge and a new vaccine rollout is imminent, the familiar debates between Democrats and Republicans have resurfaced. Straight Arrow News contributor Jordan Reid looks back at America’s initial response to

Sep 14

Following the first Republican presidential debate, candidate Vivek Ramaswamy’s controversial viewpoints and characterizations of certain events are garnering both notoriety and support. In response to the heightened scrutiny, rival candidates are launching attacks on Ramaswamy’s campaign. Straight Arrow News contributor Jordan Reid argues Ramaswamy’s far-right, inflammatory positions have found unexpected traction with both the media

Sep 7

Republicans have explored a number of ways to impeach President Biden. House Speaker Kevin McCarthy’s newfound support for impeachment, however, represents a significant new shift in U.S. politics. Straight Arrow News contributor Jordan Reid argues that McCarthy’s flip comes from the need to distract American attention away from the criminal cases against former President Donald

Aug 31

Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis (R) aspires to become the Republican candidate for U.S. president but is often accused of being awkward and anti-social. His own staff is concerned that this will hamstring campaign efforts and fundraising, while some supporters say they actually see themselves in his awkwardness. Straight Arrow News contributor Jordan Reid argues that

Aug 24