Yesterday, the United States Congress officially took decisive action on the long-standing effort to release the files related to Jeffrey Epstein. The Epstein Files Transparency […]
Author: The Broad Lens
A Deepening Crisis: Healthcare in Rural America
In the United States, the challenges facing rural healthcare are growing more acute. Though often less visible than urban medical issues, the strain on rural […]
Epstein Files Push Gains Steam, but Justice Still Uncertain
In the span of just a few days, Congress has taken several significant steps toward releasing long-sealed documents connected to Jeffrey Epstein and Ghislaine Maxwell. […]
Democrats Blink: Schumer’s Caucus Folds After Shutdown Gains
In the wake of election victories for the Democratic Party, when the party appeared well-positioned to assert leverage, the decision by a faction of Senate […]
Off-Year Election Sends Big Message
Yesterday’s elections offered more than the usual state-and-local contests in a so-called “off-year” cycle—they served as a pronounced barometer of voter sentiment, a signal flare […]
When Health Insurance Becomes a Luxury
The ongoing federal government shutdown has entered its second month, driven largely by a standoff over the future of the Affordable Care Act’s (ACA) enhanced […]
When Faith Meets the AI Bubble
Former Intel CEO Patrick Gelsinger’s latest career move has raised eyebrows far beyond the tech world. After stepping down from Intel and facing a shareholder […]
SNAP, Paychecks Stuck in Shutdown Gridlock
A prolonged federal government shutdown is beginning to have ripple effects across the country, raising concerns for millions of Americans who rely on federal paychecks […]
Ballroom Politics: The East Wing Comes Down
The announcement that the entire East Wing of the White House is being demolished to make way for a new ballroom has generated widespread debate—not […]
No Kings, Big Crowds—But Lasting Impact?
On Saturday, October 18, 2025, “No Kings” demonstrations took place in all 50 states, with organizers reporting more than 2,700 events and a turnout they […]