While we are reeling in the aftermath of the George Floyd murder and the demonstrations and unrest that have ensued, we can’t forget that the nation and the world are also still impacted by the coronavirus pandemic that has cost the lives of over 100,000 Americans. We also shouldn’t forget that while we are distracted, […]
UPDATE 2 (May 27, 2020): The House amendment crafted on May 22 is now hitting significant roadblocks due to a deviation from the Senate amendment that offers fewer protections for internet consumers. The House version would limit the restrictions around internet surveillance to US residents, thereby allowing warrantless searches for non-US residents’ data, which also allows for […]
Senator Alan Simpson, who represented Wyoming from 1978–1996, used to say, “If you can’t learn to compromise on issues without compromising yourself, you should not be in Congress, be in business, or get married.” In 2019, we may find irony in a career politician advocating for compromise. The increasing polarization in our nation has made […]