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Robert Reich: Trump's war footing

At the same time agents from Immigration and Customs Enforcement and Customs and Border Patrol are swarming into Minnesota and other states and cities, Trump is planning bombing raids on other countries. Domestically and internationally, he is putting America on a war footing. ICE is ...

Letter: Industrial animal ag sidelined by world leaders

As world leaders gather for climate talks, one major contributor to climate change continues to be sidelined: industrial animal agriculture. While energy and transportation dominate the conversation, factory farming remains a leading source of greenhouse gas emissions, deforestation, water pollution, and biodiversity loss. Ignoring this reality weakens any serious climate plan. We cannot meet climate goals while leaving animal agriculture off the table. Fortunately, solutions already exist. Shifting toward plant-based foods reduces emissions, conserves water, and lessens pressure ...

Letter: Helping someone disabled can really benefit their life

Five minutes of your time helping someone who is disabled can really benefit their life. Simple things that we take for granted are a challenge for people who are disabled. There are people who are trying to live a life of independence who are disabled and need help. These people try their best to be independent, but many of them are limited. If you know someone with a disabled, if you have the chance, it would really be appreciated by them to take time out, and offer them assistance. We all know one day when we get old, we probably will need assistance also. Take ...

Letter: Democracy dies when citizens fall silent

I’m now in my seventh decade and have lived to see my fair share of wars, recessions, prejudice, divisive politics, dangerous environmental practices and more.  Yet nothing compares to this second Trump administration. If you still support this president, take your blinders off. I urge all concerned citizens to stand up and speak out. Democracy dies when citizens fall silent. Lana OuraWailuku

Bradley Cooper’s ‘Is This Thing On?’ fumbles the punchline

Why is it that most movies about stand-up comics aren’t funny? This isn’t the same thing as stand-up comedy concert films, of which there are many good ones. No, I’m talking about dramas that focus on how the main character channels their misery and unhappiness by getting on stage, ...