humanity

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

47 and Fifth. First Place in The Moment That Changed Everything Challenge. Top Story - June 2024. Content Warning.
Sun-spun choppers bungee over Fifth Avenue. The vultures are gathering for a primetime carcass. The rungs are hot as I climb the ladder on the side of news van. I plant my feet on its roof and shoulder my Sony PXW. I struggle to find focus amidst the clouds of smoke and flares.
By Addison Alder2 years ago in The Swamp
The help for immigrant communities.
"Financial stability is the foundation for building a new life in a new country," says Michael Shvartsman, a successful businessman with an immigrant background. "NeighborsLink's job training programs equip immigrant families with the skills and confidence needed to secure meaningful employment." Immigrant families face a range of challenges as they develop a life in a new country. From language barriers and cultural adjustments to legal complexities and economic disparities. These families often encounter significant hurdles on their journey toward integration and stability. Access to education, healthcare, employment opportunities, and social services can be limited, exacerbating the difficulties of settling into a new community. Despite these challenges, immigrant families demonstrate resilience and determination. They strive to build better lives for themselves and contribute positively to their adopted societies.
By Michael Shvartsman2 years ago in The Swamp
Boycotts work, but they won't save the planet
Since October the 7th 2023, masses of people have divested their consumer interest in various brands and companies around the world, due those companies’ links, both implicitly and explicitly to Israel’s Defence Forces (IDF). This Divestment from Consumers is known as “Boycotting” which is the act of protest wherein consumers collectively avoid spending money at those companies in order to impact the shareholder price and force them to change a political stance that they have taken. This ability to influence the value of a company is one of the arguments in favour of the Stock Market, because as the company’s revenue drops, as will their stock price, which will force investors to divest from shares of said companies.
By Ashyr H.2 years ago in The Swamp
The Story of the "Felon" and the "Crook"
When it comes to the realm of political fundraising, issues can sometimes bring about as many opportunity as they do obstacles. Imagine for a moment that two political figures are each branded with shameful titles by their opponents.
By Estalontech2 years ago in The Swamp
A Historic Move from Major League Baseball
If you've been a subscriber to my page or supported me in general for the last several years, I've talked about numerous topics that needed to be discussed, from politics to social justice issues. On the other hand, unfortunately, there are those who believe that the country and society is too "woke", whatever their definition of that is. In other words, they're highly against diversity and inclusion for all people and other things: ideas that oppose their own personal views. Before I start the latest news I want to share with everyone, I want to offer the following disclaimer to the easily offended.
By Mark Wesley Pritchard 2 years ago in The Swamp
OPINION | Scoop (2024), "This is the story, the only story": The Role of Journalism in Unveiling Social Issues
“This is the story, the only story” - Scoop (2024 Film) They say, there are always two sides of a coin; and in a world where social classes are evident, the other side of the coin will be the marginalized, the abused while the latter is the upper class or perhaps, the abuser. These individuals from distinct sides will always have their own story to tell – their truth. If these two clash, a story like this where oppression, power tripping, and social issues exist, journalism has an enormous role in telling us which story must be heard, and which truth will prevail.
By AnnJellica Marasigan2 years ago in The Swamp
OPINION | “Unsupported: The digital struggles of the Philippine media industry and Journalism”
In the Philippines, the enormous battle for press freedom has been an issue for decades, including the gory suppression of Filipino journalists, the pervasive hurdle in misinformation; and these conflicts are merely part of the massive issues that Philippine journalism faces. The adaptability of the media industry, particularly journalism to the Internet age where social media platforms and digital media arise, also contribute to these issues — to the intensifying case of the media industry’s survival fight.
By AnnJellica Marasigan2 years ago in The Swamp
The Guardian’s Struggle: A Symbol of Protection and Unfairness
A striking emblem of what is believed to be injustice and unfair treatment inside the legal system, the phrase “kangaroo court” has emerged in recent times as a powerful metaphor.
By Estalontech2 years ago in The Swamp
"I visited Orphanage House"
As I stepped out of the car and onto the grounds of the orphanage house, I couldn't help but feel a mix of emotions. I had been looking forward to this visit for weeks, but I was also nervous about what I would see and experience. The building was modest, with a warm and welcoming exterior that belied the challenges that lay within.
By Abbas2 years ago in The Swamp
America the asylum...
24MAY2024; 1459, FRI– Baltimore, MD, USA “Their words claim that I am near and dear to them; though, their hearts are far from me.” That’s my paraphrasing of a quote from my favorite Prophet.
By Nefarious Darrius2 years ago in The Swamp
Where are you really from?
I was unsure whether to write this essay. It felt poignant to speak upon my personal experiences receiving racism - in order to raise awareness for the minor everyday occurrences that you hear less about. However, my passport states that I am White British. How could I possibly understand racism? I am not claiming to be the worst case study of this discrimination. Nor am I suggesting that my examples are the ones in most need of immediate attention. The purpose of this essay is to share the problem in all of its forms. Minor racism is still racism. All of it must be abolished.
By Katerina Petrou2 years ago in The Swamp
Biden & America's Hypocrisy in Ignoring Human Rights Violations in US & Africa But Coming for Burkina Faso . Content Warning.
Tuesday, 22 May 2024 By: TB Obwoge If you travel internationally often, you would probably get the sense that people think Americans are lunatics! We have a horrible world name, we have more than enough sterotypical rhetoric floating about, however is it really just sterotypes?
By IwriteMywrongs2 years ago in The Swamp