A big caravan of foreign nationals is heading towards the United States. It is obvious that the people, who are part of this caravan, want to enter the United States through the southern border. As one migrant told Fox News, “Tell Biden we are coming.” Since President Joe Biden took office, illegal immigration has skyrocketed,…
Author: Tawsif Anam
WHEN WILL GASOLINE PRICES GO DOWN?
High gasoline prices at the pump are causing great pain and suffering for Americans. Here in Madison, Wisconsin, at a gas station close to where I live, the price of regular gasoline has increased significantly and is now approximately $3.09 per gallon, while the premium grade costs close to $4. The Biden administration’s policies have…
CHICAGO’S NEW SPEED ENFORCEMENT RULES: REVENUE FOR THE CITY AND BURDEN FOR THE PEOPLE
Implementation and enforcement of traffic laws and rules help ensure safety on the road. However, it is not acceptable when a local government entity uses rules to impose unreasonable burden on the people. The city of Chicago’s new speed camera enforcement rules that lowered the speed at which a driver can be issued a traffic…
BORDER CRISIS ENDANGERS PUBLIC HEALTH
The illegal entry of people into the United States puts the health of Americans at risk. Undocumented immigrants may be carrying contagious illnesses. Therefore, the unauthorized flow of foreign nationals into the United States, through the southern border must, be stopped. Undocumented immigrants may not only be infected with coronavirus, but they may also have…
DO NOT BAN THE “THIN BLUE LINE”
As a resident of Madison, I am shocked to learn that the University of Wisconsin – Madison Police Department officers have been banned from publicly displaying the “thin blue line” imagery. This means that on-duty officers will not be allowed to have pins, bracelets, cups, etc., that display the “thin blue line”. This ban should…
COVID19 RESTRICTIONS CONTINUE TO AFFECT MENTAL HEALTH
Coronavirus has caused sickness and death. The restrictions that various local and state governments imposed during the pandemic also resulted in great pain for Americans, particularly in terms of mental health. With many COVID19 restrictions still in place, people continue to suffer. Humans are social beings who crave for closeness and harmony. People enjoy togetherness…
DO ALIENS EXIST?
Human beings have always been, and continue to be, fascinated by the idea of extraterrestrial beings. From fantasy books and comics to films and television series, aliens have been the topic of countless productions. While the intriguing subject of intelligent beings from outer space has captured the hearts and minds of people from all walks…
HELP EASE THE BURDEN OF MEDICAL DEBT
Medical debt is a part of life. However, the burden of medical debt in America has grown significantly and communities must address the problem. According to The Motley Fool, nearly 1 in 5 Americans has past-due medical debt. A 2019 CNBC article reported that health care bills are the top reason for people to withdraw…
IMPOSING CURFEW CANNOT BE A PUBLIC HEALTH MEASURE
California Governor Gavin Newsom ordered a 10 p.m. to 5 a.m. curfew, until December 21, to stop the spread of coronavirus. Ordering a curfew can never be a public health measure, and shows the governor’s failure in leadership. America, for months, has fought coronavirus. Since the pandemic began, we overcame shortages of personal protective equipment,…
IS THERE A SILENT MAJORITY IN AMERICAN FILM AND MUSIC INDUSTRY?
Many people from the American film and entertainment industry have expressed their opposition to Donald J. Trump, in various ways. However, it is possible that a silent majority exists in the industry, one that may soon start speaking out in favor of President Trump. Just because some voices are louder, one must not conclude that…
BIDEN, LIKE CLINTON, INSULTED TRUMP SUPPORTERS
Democratic presidential candidate Joe Biden has repeated what Hillary Clinton did when she was running for the office of the president in 2016, that is, to insult supporters of Donald Trump. Their words promote division, rather than unity. During the 2016 presidential election cycle, Hillary Clinton called Trump supporters “deplorables” and also said that they…
DO NOT MUTE MIC DURING PRESIDENTIAL DEBATE
Americans deserve to see Donald Trump and Joe Biden in their original debating spirit. Therefore, microphones should not be muted during the presidential debate. The Commission on Presidential Debates announced a new rule regarding muting the microphones during the final presidential debate, to be held on October 22, 2020, in Nashville. The debate would be…
ONLY IN CALIFORNIA: MEAL WITH MASKS ON
Just when people thought that things could not get any more difficult, the office of the governor of California advised restaurant diners that they should put their masks back on after each bite. The suggestion is ridiculous, to say the least. Masks have become a topic of great controversy and debate over the last several…
NEW COVID RESTRICTIONS WOULD DESTROY WI’S RESTAURANT INDUSTRY
Just when Wisconsin’s restaurant industry thought that COVID-related restrictions would be eased, making way for people to get back to reviving their businesses and making up for the losses incurred over the last several months, the governor of Wisconsin announced additional restrictions. The new order would hurt the already-struggling restaurants in the state, and could…
WHY IS BIDEN REFUSING TO ANSWER ‘COURT PACKING’ QUESTION?
It is essential for voters to know whether or not the integrity of the United States Supreme Court would be maintained by keeping the number of seats unchanged, should Joe Biden win the presidency. Presidential candidate Joe Biden must answer this question to all Americans, something that he has avoided doing so far. Former vice…
“VIRTUAL DEBATE” IS A JOKE
The Commission on Presidential Debates announced that the second presidential debate, scheduled for October 15, 2020, would be virtual. A virtual event is not a proper way for the Americans to see their presidential candidates engage in a debate. The Democrats, for quite a while, have shown a lack of interest in a debate. Nancy…
BIDEN SUPPORTS FORCING AMERICANS TO WEAR MASKS NATIONWIDE
This year, we have seen many examples of government overreach across the country. During the pandemic, state and local governments forced people to shut down businesses, and also restricted people’s personal freedom by forcing them to wear masks. Many of these mandates are still in place. If Joe Biden is elected to the office of…
SHOCKED AND DISAPPOINTED: MILWAUKEE MAYOR WANTS TO CUT 120 POLICE OFFICER POSITIONS
At a time when the need for law enforcement is greater than ever before, Mayor Tom Barrett is proposing to reduce Milwaukee’s police force by 120 officers. I am shocked and disappointed to learn this. Reportedly, the reduction will be in the form of putting a stop on the hiring of new officers to replace…
PRESIDENTIAL DEBATES: THE MORE THE MERRIER
As an American voter, I am eagerly looking forward to watching the presidential debates between Donald Trump and Joe Biden. I was thrilled to learn that President Trump wants to add a fourth debate. Unfortunately, at this time, a fourth debate does not seem likely. Regardless of party affiliation, we perhaps can all agree that…
CRISIS IN THE BIG APPLE: WILL NEW YORKERS RETURN?
An apple a day keeps the doctor away. Therefore, we must all love apples for the health benefits. However, when it comes to The Big Apple, people seem to be walking away from it. New York City – an attraction for so many around the world – is now the hotspot for lawlessness. The situation…
EMERGENCY TRAVEL ORDER WOULD GREATLY HURT CHICAGO’S TOURISM INDUSTRY
Mayor Lori Lightfoot’s decision to add Wisconsin to Chicago’s coronavirus travel advisory would hurt the city’s tourism and economy. Mayor Lightfoot announced on Monday that Wisconsin would be added to Chicago’s “Emergency Travel Order”, starting Friday. This means that anyone traveling to Chicago from Wisconsin, or returning to Chicago after visiting Wisconsin, would be required…
PRESERVE HISTORY BY PROTECTING STATUES AND MONUMENTS
I was disappointed to learn that protesters in Chicago were trying to topple the statue of Christopher Columbus, yesterday. Statues and monuments are an important part of America. These statues help document and preserve our nation’s history. Unfortunately, many individuals are trying to destroy statues and historical monuments, which is resulting in chaos and lawlessness….
WOULD A QUARANTINE ORDER FOR WISCONSINITES MAKES CHICAGO A SAFER CITY?
Chicago has numerous challenges including, but not limited, growing crime and other public safety threats. Mayor Lori Lightfoot of Chicago must clearly understand her priorities as a local elected official, and govern accordingly. Putting Wisconsinites on a COVID-19 quarantine list should not be on her list of things to do. According to her recent comments,…
EROSION OF LAW AND ORDER MAKES NY UNSAFE
New York is becoming unsafe for living and raising a family due to rising crime. This is further exacerbated by the fact that people are calling for police to be defunded. It was recently reported that New York City homicides have risen 21 percent in the first half of the year, and shootings have gone…
MASK MANDATE IS GOVERNMENT OVERREACH
Freedom is under attack in states and counties across the country. Shockingly, various states and counties are requiring law-abiding people to wear masks, and some are threatening citizens with steep penalties for failure to comply. Government does not have the authority to implement such mandates. The state of Louisiana, starting Monday, July 13, 2020, would…
IS JOE BIDEN TRULY LEADING IN THE 2020 RACE FOR THE WHITE HOUSE?
According to various media reports, former Vice President and Democrat Party’s presidential candidate Joe Biden is leading in the polls. If reports are true, then it could indicate electoral headache for President Donald Trump. But is Joe Biden Truly leading? To understand the current electoral statistics better, I decided to look at the various reports….
CALIFORNIA BANS CHANTING, SINGING IN PLACES OF WORSHIP
California has once again made its way to newspaper headlines for another example of government overreach. This time, the state is banning singing and chanting in houses of worship, to prevent the spread of COVID-19. Almost all religions have some form of singing or chanting involved in faith-based rituals or prayers. Chanting and singing are…
WILL CALIFORNIANS SEE A GAS TAX INCREASE DURING THE PANDEMIC?
The gas tax in California is scheduled to increase on July 1, 2020. I believe that lawmakers must take action to stop this increase from being implemented. What happens in one state can often set an example for other states. As Americans continue to fight the coronavirus pandemic, as well as deal with widespread unemployment…
CAN MEN AND WOMEN IN UNIFORM TRUST FAST FOOD?
National guard soldiers found glass in pizza that they ordered during their deployment in Washington, D.C. This is not the first time that people in uniform have been targeted through food contamination. Nearly twenty years ago, in May of 2001, the Wall Street Journal published an article titled, “Tampering Has Causes Police To Become Leery…
WHEN ARE WE GOING TO MARS?
Space exploration is about to get a whole lot more exciting! Not long after SpaceX partnered with NASA to successfully send two American astronauts to out in space and to the International Space Station, Elon Musk is reportedly telling thousands of the company’s employees that SpaceX would focus on Starship as its main goal. Starship…
A STORY OF HOPE DURING THE PANDEMIC
A woman in Massachusetts, who is 103 years old, survived the coronavirus. Not only that, but to celebrate her victory over this life-threatening virus, Jennie Stejna opened a Bud Light beer. A story such as this provides hope during this very challenging time in our country’s history. Elderly individuals, according to the Centers for Disease…
FROG BREAD – A SENSATIONAL CREATION
I was getting fuel for my car at a Kwik Trip location when I first heard the word “frog bread” during a video clip being played on the gas station TV screen. I became very curious and wanted to look up the details. Some may think that it is a new kind of food that…
MY FIRST RESTAURANT EXPERIENCE AFTER THE END OF CORONAVIRUS LOCKDOWN
Yesterday, for the first time in months, I went to a restaurant for dine-in service. This visit was possible because of the gradual lifting of lockdown restrictions in America. I live in Dane County, Wisconsin, where the county-issued “safer at home” directive would expire on Tuesday, May 26, 2020. However, following the Wisconsin Supreme Court…
PROTECT THE INTEGRITY OF THE EDUCATION SYSTEM
A college education, especially one in an Ivy League school or another school of similar reputation, is a dream for many students in America. Not only is it hard to get admission in these colleges because of stringent requirements, it is also extremely difficult for students and families to pay for the fees, room and…
AMERICA IS THE LEADER IN SPACE
The United States Space Force just unveiled its new flag. This is the first official flag of a new American military service in 72 years. The creation of the Space Force now requires the recruitment of bright and energetic Americans, who will bravely defend the country and ensure national security. The United States is the…
EVOLUTION OF CELLULAR PHONES
I remember, in the 1990s, when cellular phones started gaining popularity, the competition among companies was to make the phones smaller. Many years later, things have reversed. The competition now pertains to how big and bold can the phones, especially the screens, be. There was a television commercial in the mid-90s, which I enjoyed watching…
WOULD COVID19 CHANGE THE AMERICAN FILM AND TELEVISION INDUSTRY FOREVER?
Hollywood touches every life. No matter what genre or generation, we all watch movies as a form of entertainment or even education. Unfortunately, this is one of the industries deeply impacted by the coronavirus pandemic. When film production finally resumes, would matters go back to normal, or would there be new health and safety protocols…
“COVID19 SURCHARGE” – A POSSIBLE ADDITION TO YOUR RESTAURANT BILL
Some restaurants are adding a “COVID19 surcharge” on the bill. Reportedly, this surcharge would help offset the rising cost of food during the pandemic. Whether restaurants should add this fee is open for debate. Restaurants have been extremely adversely affected because of the global pandemic. They were forced to close their doors to dine-in customers….
THE FUTURE OF BLOW-DRYERS AND HAND-DRYERS IS UNCERTAIN
Reportedly, future of blow-dryers at salons and barbershops is uncertain. It is believed that blow-dryers can help spread droplets in the air, and may lead to the spread of viruses, including the life-threatening coronavirus. Governor Ned Lamont of Connecticut announced that hair salons in the state could re-open on May 20, but the establishments would…
ARE DRIVE-IN MOVIE THEATERS MAKING A COMEBACK?
As the coronavirus pandemic highlighted the importance of social distancing, drive-in movie theaters are starting to gain popularity again. I have watched the movie Twister, featuring Bill Paxton and Helen Hunt, many times. One of the most memorable scenes is the one showing a drive-in movie theater. In that scene, everyone seems relaxed. Cars are…