America is at a crossroads. Political division, economic inequality, failing infrastructure, and broken trust in institutions have created a sense of national anxiety. People across the country are asking the same question: What happened to the America we believed in? To reclaim this nation, we need more than slogans. We need action, unity, access to … Read more

The United States of America has long been seen as a land of opportunity. Millions of people across the globe dream of coming here. They want to build a better life. But the truth is, living in America is not as easy as it seems. Behind the bright lights and promises of freedom lies a … Read more

Imagine living in a city with luxurious condos, high-end cars, and premium coffee shops on every corner, where the public schools are underfunded, roads are crumbling, and the local park is full of litter. This is the paradox at the heart of “Private Affluence and Public Squalor,” a term coined by economist John Kenneth Galbraith, … Read more

The American Dream once promised that hard work would lead to comfort, stability, and upward mobility. But for millions of Americans today, that dream feels out of reach. Despite working full-time or even multiple jobs, many of us still can’t afford the basic needs. Be it housing, healthcare, education, or even groceries, it all seems … Read more

Did you know that, according to recent reports, the top 1% of Americans now own 32% of the country’s wealth? Whereas, the bottom 50%, half of the entire population, owns just 2%. Everywhere you look, signs of this divide are visible. In cities, luxury condos rise while homeless shelters overflow. CEOs are paid hundreds of … Read more

The inequality gap in America is widening at an alarming rate. At the same time, the federal deficit is ballooning. Millions of Americans are living paycheck to paycheck. In contrast, billionaires continue to grow their fortunes. In the middle of this crisis, President Donald Trump has re-emerged as a key political figure. However, can Trump … Read more

Freedom, equality, and justice! These are not just words. These are the core values that our forefathers have encapsulated to create the United Nations of America. But, if we look at our precious and beloved country now, we often see these values and the commitments that our forefathers have made for the betterment of this … Read more

Paul L. Nevins’ “Private Affluence and Public Squalor: Social Injustice and Economic Misery in America” is a thought-provoking book that compels us to examine the very core of our American values. It prompts us to ask: Are we, as a nation, sacrificing the collective good for individual gain? What do we owe each other? What … Read more

The role of democracy is to serve the people. It is supposed to respect and ensure that people’s interests are prioritized and must be the first choice—right?  But when it comes to America, things are different. It is because democracy increasingly serves corporate interests. For example, over the last few decades, big business has amassed … Read more

The American economic and political system wasn’t always this broken. There was a time when a single income could support a family. There was a time when public education and healthcare were affordable for every other person. There was a time when upward mobility was more than a slogan. But over the past several decades, … Read more