Opinions

Straight Arrow News is committed to fair, factual, unbiased journalism that encourages viewers to make up their own minds. In addition to the facts, we believe it’s vital to hear arguments from all sides of the political spectrum. We hope these different voices will help you reach your own conclusions. The opinions published in this section are solely those of the contributors and do not reflect the views of Straight Arrow News.

In going after the immigration crisis at its roots, Congress should consider a three-strike rule to hold employers accountable.
Liberal Opinion
October 8

Weak GOP overlooks simple solutions to immigration crisis

Columnist, host & author

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Here are the three possible outcomes from the 2024 election and what they mean for the future of Trump, MAGA and the GOP.
Liberal Opinion
October 7

Future of GOP will be determined in 2024 election

Host of The David Pakman Show

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Despite Trump’s brand of "conspicuous consumerism," his supporters continue to cheer him on — even though it seems to mock them.
Liberal Opinion
October 3

Trump’s lavish lifesyle makes a mockery of his own supporters

Author; Founding Editor, Ramshackle Glam

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Democrats should take a page from the far-right handbook, be more assertive, and do whatever necessary to safeguard our democracy.
Liberal Opinion
October 2

For Left to preserve democracy it can no longer play defense

Legal analyst, law professor & award-winning author

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Trump is a deeply broken man who will always find someone other than himself to blame. Now, he’s already blaming Jews for his anticipated election loss.
Liberal Opinion
October 1

Donald Trump already blaming Jews for his expected loss

Columnist, host & author

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Tariffs can sometimes benefit economies, but Trump's plan would likely raise prices and cause further inflation for U.S. consumers.
Liberal Opinion
September 30

Trump’s terrible tariff plan will raise prices for US consumers

Host of The David Pakman Show

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The fossil fuels industry and its friends in corporate media are opposed to electric vehicles, despite recent improvements in EV tech.
Liberal Opinion
September 26

Fossil fuels industry is behind GOP opposition to electric vehicles

Author; Founding Editor, Ramshackle Glam

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Children should not be punished for delays in reporting threats, and disciplinary approaches may actually backfire.
Liberal Opinion
September 25

Punishing children for failure to report threats will backfire

Legal analyst, law professor & award-winning author

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As long as the Texas GOP continues enacting anti-Latino policies, and immigrants keep voting, Democratic candidates will continue gaining ground.
Liberal Opinion
September 24

How Texas GOP policies are helping turn state purple

Columnist, host & author

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If Republicans want to address political extremism and violence, they need to have a difficult conversation with themselves in the mirror.
Liberal Opinion
September 23

GOP should look in a mirror to address violent extremism

Host of The David Pakman Show

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Republicans secured a majority in the Senate following key victories in West Virginia and Ohio. Senators will decide a new majority leader.
Conservative Opinion
September 25

Key states for US Senate seats in November elections

Former House Speaker; Chairman of Gingrich 360

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A full FBI investigation of U.S. Special Envoy to Iran Robert Malley must continue, and an honest damage assessment along with it.
Conservative Opinion
September 24

The case against Rob Malley must proceed

Federalist Senior Contributor; Claremont Institute Fellow

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In the Trump-Harris debate, the data on crime and abortion is not as conclusive as the moderators believe. Who checks the fact- checkers?
Conservative Opinion
September 20

In Harris-Trump debate, who checks the fact-checkers?

Founder & President, Center for Urban Renewal and Education

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Kamala Harris’s positive energy is sweeping across the country. What’s her secret, and what do her real positions tell us about her?
Conservative Opinion
September 19

Kamala Harris’ secret is her mystique

Senior Fellow, American Enterprise Institute

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Trump is making inroads into the traditionally Democratic support base among Latino and African American male voters.
Conservative Opinion
September 18

Trump’s growing appeal among minority male voters

Former House Speaker; Chairman of Gingrich 360

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The Biden administration continues its efforts to keep illegal immigrants on voter rolls and undermine the GOP ticket in the Nov. election.
Conservative Opinion
September 17

DOJ guidance on voter list maintenance targets election integrity

Federalist Senior Contributor; Claremont Institute Fellow

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With millions of immigrants entering under the Biden administration, protecting our electoral system is more vital than ever.
Conservative Opinion
September 13

Congress must pass SAVE Act without delay

Founder & President, Center for Urban Renewal and Education

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The 25th Amendment should remain untouched and above politics. Even in extreme scenarios, there are better options for removing presidents.
Conservative Opinion
September 12

The 25th Amendment should remain above politics

Senior Fellow, American Enterprise Institute

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As Boeing limps from one disaster to the next, SpaceX is well-positioned to partner with the United States government in its place.
Conservative Opinion
September 11

Forget Boeing. What about SpaceX?

Former House Speaker; Chairman of Gingrich 360

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Can a Marxist like Johannah King-Slutzky at Columbia impartially teach contemporary civilization to young and impressionable students?
Conservative Opinion
September 10

Columbia protester’s promotion shows corruption at institutions

Federalist Senior Contributor; Claremont Institute Fellow

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