Matthew reflects on why more people hesitate to run for office, the neglect of rural communities in politics, and the need to restore civility in political discourse—especially given the hostility and threats he encountered.
The unfortunate truth is that journalists, under the directives of their billionaire bosses, are compelled to inspire these dangerous imitators inadvertently.
Meanwhile, studies have found trigger warnings are threatening college students’ mental health. Enough is enough. This sets a bad precedent; art is neither responsible for kids’ good nor bad behavior: THEY are!
Maybe not this year, but eventually things will turn around.
People’s medical and personal futures are going down the drain, and no one in Washington DC is worthy of our praise right now!
The 2010s are in the rearview mirror, and it would be a mistake for the press to review it for a few years.
On the anniversary of 9/11, we’re once again reminded some things are bigger than sports, politics, or pop culture.
This time, globally, we all face the same disaster and need to wash our hands, get a vaccine shot, and show some humanity for once.…

