American Politics

  • THE EASTSIDE DON

    THE EASTSIDE DON

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    East L.A. rapper Mateo “Teo” Reyes enters the secretive world of American intelligence and receives an assignment that transforms his life. As music, Hollywood, organized crime, and international intrigue collide, Teo rises far beyond his original mission and discovers that the most dangerous question is who he can truly trust.

  • Divine Jurisdiction, the First Amendment, and the Foundations of American Sovereignty

    Divine Jurisdiction, the First Amendment, and the Foundations of American Sovereignty

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    A Theoretical Legal and Political Analysis Introduction The United States Constitution is widely regarded as the supreme law of the land. Federal courts, Congress, and the executive branch derive their authority from the constitutional framework established by the Founding Fathers. Yet beneath the constitutional structure lies a deeper philosophical question concerning the ultimate source of…

  • U.S.-China Strategic Competition

    U.S.-China Strategic Competition

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    Technology Controls and the Taiwan Flashpoint Executive Summary The strategic competition between the United States and the People’s Republic of China has increasingly centered on two interconnected issues: technological dominance and the future security of Taiwan. American policymakers view advanced semiconductors, artificial intelligence, and other dual use technologies as essential to maintaining military superiority, economic…

  • The Homefront Priority

    The Homefront Priority

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    Reassessing America’s Global Mandate in an Era of Domestic Fragility I. Introduction: The Pendulum of American Engagement In 2026, the United States finds itself at a strategic inflection point shaped less by external threats than by internal strain. The nation’s fiscal position, marked by nearly $39 trillion in national debt and rapidly rising borrowing costs,…

  • When the State Kills Its Own

    When the State Kills Its Own

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    When federal agents use deadly force against American citizens, questions of accountability, constitutional rights, and legal immunity become unavoidable. This analysis examines qualified immunity, federal law enforcement authority, deadly-force standards, and the challenges families and communities face when seeking transparency, justice, and meaningful oversight after controversial encounters with federal agents.

  • Flattery as Foreign Policy

    Flattery as Foreign Policy

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    Under Donald Trump’s presidency, flattery has transformed into a strategic tool for foreign leaders seeking influence over U.S. policy. While it can facilitate access and soften rhetoric, the effectiveness of this approach is inconsistent and often fails to yield sustainable results. Relying on personal validation undermines institutional trust and complicates global diplomatic relations.

  • America’s Affordable Housing Crisis

    America’s Affordable Housing Crisis

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    The American housing crisis, exacerbated by decades of flawed policies, has resulted in millions unable to afford stable housing. A chronic shortage of affordable rentals and restrictive zoning laws deepen the issue, while private equity’s influence and short-term rentals further strain the market. Comprehensive reforms are crucial to address these challenges.

  • Tribal Lands, Federal Hands: Homeland Security and Indigenous Communities

    Tribal Lands, Federal Hands: Homeland Security and Indigenous Communities

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    The relationship between U.S. indigenous tribes and the Department of Homeland Security is marked by historical tensions over sovereignty and civil rights. Key issues include federal agencies’ inadequate consultation and funding for tribal security, racial profiling in immigration enforcement, and the need for sustained dialogue to address these challenges while respecting tribal autonomy.

  • Marriage, Paternity, and Power

    Marriage, Paternity, and Power

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    How DNA Testing and Family Law Reshape Male Risk in Modern Relationships Introduction Marriage has historically functioned as a legal framework designed to manage uncertainty around parentage, responsibility, and inheritance. Before the advent of DNA testing, societies relied on marriage to establish paternal certainty, assigning financial and legal responsibility to husbands regardless of biological truth.…

  • The Erosion of Women’s Rights in U.S. Healthcare

    The Erosion of Women’s Rights in U.S. Healthcare

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    By 2026, women’s healthcare rights in the U.S. face severe challenges due to abortion restrictions, insurance industry influence, and rising healthcare costs. These intersecting factors disproportionately harm low-income and marginalized women, eroding reproductive autonomy and exacerbating health disparities. Urgent policy reforms are necessary to protect women’s rights and promote health equity.