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Comment on Trump Chooses J.D. Vance as Running Mate – What’s the Impact? by Charlotte Johnson

Charlotte Johnson — Tue, 16 Jul 2024 09:30:20 +0000

Despite any qualifications he may possess, I doubted Trump would feel at ease selecting Doug Burgum. Everything I read about Burgum reminded me of Rex Tillerson. It would simply be too easy for observers to see Trump and Burgum together and think, “He should be running for president.”

Vance’s humble beginnings and military service are aspects absent from Trump’s own background. While Vance’s achievements in venture capitalism and loyalty to Justice Kavanaugh might appeal to Trump, his younger age and lack of political experience wouldn’t invite unfavorable comparisons to Trump. Just my humble opinion.

Comment on Trump Chooses J.D. Vance as Running Mate – What’s the Impact? by Olivia Evans

Olivia Evans — Tue, 16 Jul 2024 09:21:44 +0000

From a strategic standpoint, the choice is dubious. Vance does not expand Trump’s base beyond what he already holds. Moreover, Vance’s limited political background raises concerns. Additionally, this decision risks losing a Senate seat in Ohio, a state that, while typically leaning Republican, is not assured in a special election.

Trump appears prioritizing loyalty over political calculation, which likely mitigates any concerns he might have regarding Vance’s candidacy.

Comment on Could Moon Cave Be Future Home for Humans? by Olivia Evans

Olivia Evans — Tue, 16 Jul 2024 09:21:43 +0000

There’s no clear rationale provided for the appeal of living in a moon cave beyond mentioning its protection from space weather. The article fails to discuss potential challenges like transportation and construction on the moon, which could make cave utilization advantageous. Instead of focusing on these practical aspects, why couldn’t the article simply highlight the discovery of the cave and its significance for lunar science, geography, and history?

Comment on How Should Media Accountability and Propaganda in US Politics Be Evaluated and Addressed? by Charlotte Johnson

Charlotte Johnson — Tue, 16 Jul 2024 09:21:42 +0000

The news media faces an integrity crisis. While there used to be a clear distinction between the objective news reporting and opinion pieces, nowadays it’s evident that opinion pieces often dominate. Unfortunately, this is what attracts viewers.

Another issue is the abandonment of the FCC’s fairness doctrine in the mid-1980s, which previously mandated that media present both sides of politically controversial issues.

Moreover, the news industry is struggling financially. The rise of clickbait journalism has incentivized partisan reporting, as journalists find more success catering to the biases of their audiences.

Comment on Could Moon Cave Be Future Home for Humans? by Liam Garcia

Liam Garcia — Tue, 16 Jul 2024 08:52:46 +0000

A 100m deep cave on the Moon could be a game-changer for building a permanent human base. It’s great to hear that it could protect astronauts from radiation and extreme temperatures. Helen Sharman thinks we might be living in lunar pits in 20-30 years, which is super exciting. The cave’s depth means we’d need special equipment like jet packs or lifts to access it, though. Plus, it’s in Mare Tranquillitatis, the same area where Apollo 11 landed! It’s amazing to think about living in such a historic and scientifically significant place.