Author: Lewis Raven Wallace
J.D. Vance, a conservative figure and former President Donald Trump’s vice president pick, recently made controversial remarks about “childless cat ladies” that reflect a wider agenda in the Republican party to keep women and LGBTQ individuals marginalized. His comments, although partially retracted, underscore a deep-seated patriarchal view of society that prioritizes the white nuclear family. These remarks harken back to medieval times when women living alone were accused of witchcraft, echoing a history of oppressing single women. Despite centuries of attempts to impose patriarchal norms on society, the choice to remain child-free has steadily gained popularity, challenging traditional ideals of…
Recent incidents on the University of North Carolina (UNC) Chapel Hill campus have highlighted the excessive use of force by campus police to suppress pro-Palestinian protests. Videos show violent altercations and pepper-spraying of demonstrators, leading to widespread condemnation from local councils and calls to protect free speech. These events underscore a broader issue of campus police militarization, which has failed to make campuses safer. The focus on police presence rather than addressing root causes of violence has led to situations where students and faculty feel unsafe and confused during active shooter situations. Furthermore, universities like UNC Chapel Hill are diverting…