The Missing Bridge in America

U.S. National Security with Nicholas Velazquez

Nicholas Velazquez is a dedicated writer and college student attending Florida International University, focusing his works on international relations and national security. In this episode, we discuss with him what should be defined as national security, as well as the effects that US involvement on countries such as Libya, Ukraine, and Syria have had on US national security. We also communicate ways in which information on US foreign policy can be more accessible to the average American.

The Significance of July Fourth and Juneteenth

Recently, many Americans have commented on the significance of both of these days, or lack thereof. This has stirred up a bit of controversy within the American people. In this episode, we discuss the history behind these days, whether they have been widely acclaimed by the American people, and whether Juneteenth should be made a federal holiday.

Media Bias in Mainstream America

In this episode, not only do we attempt to define what the U.S. President, Donald Trump, refers to as 'fake news,' but we also try to decipher where media news outlets lean on the political spectrum. With much criticism the media has received, we also highlight some of the groups and organizations that have formed to combat media bias, how it has affected U.S. politics, and what you can do to prevent it. 

The 2020 U.S. Presidential Elections: What to Expect As of Now

With so much currently going on in the United States, not many have been speaking of this year's Presidential elections. In this episode, we go into the recent trend of the Presidential poll numbers, see where Joe Biden and President Donald Trump stand in these polls as of far, and consider which states will be the most competitive in this year's elections. Most importantly, we discuss how you yourself can be ready for these elections.

George Floyd Protests and Riots: Our Thoughts

In this episode, not only do we mourn the loss of George Floyd and other individuals who have lost their lives as a result of police brutality, but when assessing the protests and riots, we discuss the objectives of these protests, how effective the government has responded to such, as well as whether the riots occurring has been justified. It is important to note that we do not condone any racism nor violence that has been sparked as a result of this situation.

The Impact of COVID-19: Will The World Be The Same?

In today's episode, not only will we be discussing the impact that COVID-19 has had on the United States economy, but also when a vaccine will be developed as well as the government response towards the virus.