Michael CastengeraGeorge Washington’s WarningIn his farewell address to the nation, President George Washington gave a warning about “unprincipled men” that could be seen by some as…Sep 7Sep 7
Michael CastengeraNational Women’s Equality DayMonday, August 26th, is national Women’s Equality Day. It is especially interesting to think about it as vice president Kamala Harris takes…Aug 26Aug 26
Michael CastengeraIs the American Political System SexistThe recent nomination of Vice President Kamala Harris as the Democratic Party’s nominee for president has raised questions about Americans’…Aug 6Aug 6
Michael CastengeraThe Former President’s Worst TraitsOf the twenty qualities that make for a good president, former president Donald Trump came in last or second to last in six of those…Aug 3Aug 3
Michael CastengeraAmerican Press’s World StandingThe United States has fallen ten points in the last year in terms of press freedoms, according to Reporters Without Borders’ annual…May 24May 24
Michael CastengeraThe Little Colonel and the SailorBefore Taylor Swift. Before Cher or Madonna. Before Aretha Franklin or Janis Joplin. Or Marilyn Monroe or Elizabeth Taylor. Or even Judy…Feb 12Feb 12
Michael CastengeraTrump’s Fake News “Enemies” Are His Biggest AlliesIt may be accidental, but the so-called mainstream media that Trump criticizes on an almost daily basis are proving to be cheerleaders for…Jan 22Jan 22
Michael CastengeraIs the Clock ticking for TikTokHere are two stories that tell you a lot about the state of media consumption in the United States. And it all revolves around TikTok…Dec 28, 2023Dec 28, 2023
Michael CastengeraBook Banning — Ignorance is BlissIt is the ‘Bible’ of the book publishing world and it has just anointed two new prophets.Dec 19, 2023Dec 19, 2023