What you need to know about the word “Patriot”
Learn about the fascinating history of 'patriot,' a word that has symbolized both loyalty and dissent in America.
Tag: current events
Democracy 101: what you need to know about liberal democracy
Here's another important political term we should understand: Liberal Democracy. Read on!
From the headlines: What you need to know about gerrymandering
We've all been hearing a lot about gerrymandering, but have you paused to wonder where this strange word came from? I have, of course!
Learn a new word fitting for the times: blatherskite
Learn a new word with me, one that describes someone who blathers a lot.
Every vote counts! A reminder from a one vote winner
For those of you tired of hearing about swing states and polls, my story of how one vote mattered SO MUCH.
What you should know about the term “Fascism”
Information you don't get from the news - what actually is fascism?