humanity

Humanity topics include pieces on the real lives of politicians, legislators, activists, women in politics and the everyday voter.

Newly Elected Texas Congressman, Who Replaced Late Rep. Sheila Jackson Lee.
Houston, Texas, and the nation are mourning the loss of Sylvester Turner, the city’s longtime mayor, who passed away at the age of 70 on March 5, 2025. Representatives close to Turner confirmed his death, though details surrounding the cause remain private. For nearly a decade, Turner served as Houston’s mayor, earning respect for his dedication to equality, disaster recovery, and community growth. His passing has sparked an outpouring of tributes, reflecting the deep impact he had on the lives of Houstonians and his enduring legacy as a leader who put people first.
By AB C12 months ago in The Swamp
Trump Will Leave Us Penniless
Unless you've been living under a rock, you've probably heard the news that idiom enthusiasts across America are rallying to save our smallest unit of currency.
By Scott Christenson🌴12 months ago in The Swamp
Political Rants Should Focus on Issues, not celebrities
Oh oh, here I go again sharing my thoughts and opinions about American culture and politics based on the buzz I'm reading or watching from various media sources. If you haven't read any of my rants before this one, be prepared for some "radical" opinions. Also, for those who don't know me yet, I preface my editorial with the fact that I'm almost 54 years old, born in the USA, and living on Social Security. Long story how all that happened, but those three basic facts about me do influence my opinions.
By Shanon Angermeyer Norman12 months ago in The Swamp
Don't Miss Out, Nourish
You might have mistook the Anderson's family home as a homestead what with the stunning natural beauty of the Little Belt Mountains clearly visible all around. Their home was, however, only one of many in Great Falls, Montana, a city too big to be a town. On this sunny summer day, the cool breeze had brought in a guest from the Far North.
By Richard Soulliere12 months ago in The Swamp
Something Is Always Coming
"The future is very scary. It 's always out there, right in front of you, waiting, mocking you, calling you an idiot, and then not one shortest possible moment in time later, it's here, in the present, laughing and punching you in the face, and then before you can even respond, it's gone, into the past, and you are just standing there, face bloodied, looking like a fool as the future stands there in front of you, mocking you, calling you an idiot." -- D. DeMarco, 2017
By Everyday Junglist12 months ago in The Swamp
A Critique Of Current Politics
Introduction I wasn't sure how to put this down, the disgusting behaviour of the American Presidency has made me feel I have to say something here.
By Mike Singleton 💜 Mikeydred 12 months ago in The Swamp
Zelensky’s Journey: Seeking Security, Gratitude, and the Road Ahead for Ukraine
Introduction: Zelensky’s Leadership in Challenging Times When Volodymyr Zelensky became Ukraine’s president in 2019, few could have predicted the challenges ahead. Today, he stands as a symbol of resilience, leading his nation through a brutal war while fighting for global support. This article explores Zelensky’s efforts to secure Ukraine’s future, his relationship with the U.S., and why his story matters to the world.
By AB C12 months ago in The Swamp
Selective Justice: The World's Indifference to Christian Persecution in Africa.
Something deeply troubling is happening in parts of Africa, but hardly anyone is talking about it. In places like the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC), Nigeria, and Burkina Faso, Christians are being slaughtered, kidnapped, and driven from their homes. Just recently, seventy Christians were beheaded in the DRC by the Allied Democratic Forces (ADF), a group linked to ISIS. It was a horrifying act of brutality, yet the world barely blinked.
By Test12 months ago in The Swamp
Thoughts on racism and world problems 2025
Thoughts on racism and world problems 2025 A personal appraisal of social problems worldwide I am by birth and ancestry, a white British male. I do not consider any person inferior to myself because of skin colour, racial origins, intellectual ability, gender, physical ability or age. I am happy with a doctor of Asian English background I vote for a lady of Asian English heritage. I shop at places owned by devote Muslims, I only care about the personality and integrity of the person I interrelate to.
By Peter Rose12 months ago in The Swamp
Why Do Americans Use Socialism As An Insult?
Introduction I see this almost every day and it really does annoy me. people like Bernie Sanders and Robert Reich do it and it happened again today. Maybe it is my fault for following people on Social Media.
By Mike Singleton 💜 Mikeydred 12 months ago in The Swamp
British couple in their 70s arrested by Taliban.
British couple in their 70s arrested by Taliban. A British elderly couple, Peter Reynolds (79) and his wife Barbie (75) who dedicated 18 years of their lives to social and educational services in Afghanistan have been detained by the Taliban. The couple was arrested on February 1 while returning to their home in Bamiyan. Since then their children and family have received no clear updates about their condition causing immense concern among their loved ones. Peter and Barbie had been running various educational projects in Afghanistan since 2009 including five schools in Kabul and a training program for mothers and children in Bamiyan. Even after the Taliban's return to power in 2021 when most foreigners and NGO employees left the country the couple chose to stay. Their reason was simple they could not abandon Afghanistan in its time of need.
By Adnan Rasheed12 months ago in The Swamp
Republicans Are Missing an Opportunity. AI-Generated.
The Republican Party has long positioned itself as the defender of traditional values: family, faith, hard work, and self-reliance. Yet, in their approach to immigration, they have largely missed a critical opportunity. Instead of recognizing that many migrants from Latin America share these same conservative principles, the party has chosen to focus on harsh immigration policies, mass deportations, and border security rhetoric that alienates an entire potential voting bloc. This is a strategic failure, one that could cost them not only political power but also the chance to reshape their party’s future in a way that aligns with their fundamental values.
By Aiden Sage12 months ago in The Swamp