Few issues illustrate the division within America as much as abortion. On one side, people argue that it is the unequivocal killing of a human baby. On the other, it is a part of the woman’s body and any laws restricting it are intrusive and oppressive. Of course, there are many other considerations as well... Continue Reading →
Ohio has long been the purplest of swing states, siding with the winning candidate in all but 10 elections since the state was admitted into the union. The last time they picked the loser was in 1960, when they selected Richard Nixon over John F. Kennedy, though he would go on to win two later... Continue Reading →
Vermont is among the bluest of the blue states. Safely having gone Democrat in every election since 1992, prior to that it was actually the safest Republican state of all. Save for 1964, Vermont went for the GOP in every election since the party’s inception before switching for President Bill Clinton and staying on the... Continue Reading →
Washington state is one of the most reliable Democratic states in the nation. Having gone blue for the last 30 years, there is little risk of this state flipping anytime soon. But the state is divided for the most part into eastern and western halves -- the western part being more populous and more liberal... Continue Reading →
Deep in the heart of the nation lies Nashville, Tennessee. Known primarily for its status as Music City USA, Nashville has long been a mecca for artists of all types. Its location in the middle of the state and near the Cumberland River have made it a waypoint for travelers passing through and have bolstered... Continue Reading →
When thinking about large cities where conservatives have a fighting chance, Houston is often the first one to come to mind. With its status as the largest city in the biggest red state in the nation and its infamous lack of zoning laws, the city does indeed have a conservative streak. But to call it... Continue Reading →
Idaho is one of the most conservative states in the union. It’s a rare presidential election when the state doesn’t go red by at least 10 points. The last time a Democrat won the state was in 1964, when Lyndon Johnson narrowly edged out Barry Goldwater by less than two points. While its four electoral... Continue Reading →
Perhaps the most unique city in the United States in New Orleans. A blend of Southern, French, creole, Caribbean and a plethora of other cultures, the historic city has had a place in American history like few others. In recent years, much of the focus has been on recovering from Hurricane Katrina, which in 2005... Continue Reading →
President Donald Trump has long portrayed himself as a successful businessman -- it’s one of the key aspects of his image and his brand. His fortune and fame were offered as credentials when he ran for the presidency, and part of his appeal was that he is rich and successful enough that he would be... Continue Reading →
