Exaggerating Voting Issues May Juice A Base — But It Also 'Undermines Our Democracy'
The House on Friday approved a sweeping measure that would, among many others things, expand voters' access to the polls. But Senate Republican leaders say that chamber will not take up the bill, calling it a power grab. Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell, R-Ky., accused Democrats of using " fact-free rhetoric " to push legislation that Republicans argue would encourage voter fraud. The debate over voting is often tainted by misleading and exaggerated rhetoric. President Trump in...
Commentary: 4 Ways To Reduce Plastics And Other Single-Use Disposables In Your Kitchen
The 40 days of Lent, which began this week, are a time when many Christians around the world decide to voluntarily give up bad habits or luxuries. This year, it might be time we all consider how to give up – or at least reduce – our reliance on disposable products . A year ago, I decided to create a more environmentally friendly and sustainable kitchen, focusing particularly on reducing my use of disposable products such as plastic sandwich bags, aluminum foil and paper towels. It's worth the...
Not Just Fridays: More Companies Embrace Casual Dress Codes
Goodbye suits and A-line skirts. Hello polo shirts, khakis and even bluejeans. More companies are beginning to move to a more casual dress culture — and not just on Fridays. This week, Wall Street titan Goldman Sachs announced it's relaxing its dress code. In an attempt to shift toward a workplace that has "a more casual environment," the company said its new policy would allow for more "flexible" attire, according to an internal note issued Tuesday. "Goldman Sachs has a broad and diverse...
