This could be your story. In the dim light of his mother’s basement, Alex, a 22-year-old avid gamer, was lost in the vibrant, chaotic world of Fortnite. The outside world was nothing more than a distant reality, secondary to the victories and defeats he faced on his screen. His sanctuary, surrounded by posters of iconic…
The script I would have written for the Senator, if asked, follows: Good evening, my fellow Americans. I’m Katie Britt, and tonight, I have the honor of addressing you following President Biden’s State of the Union speech. We live in a nation of unparalleled strength, resilience, and potential. Yet, as we listened to the President…
Understanding who pays for a Presidential Campaign. As I flipped through news channels recently, a discussion on the cost of presidential elections and the taxpayers’ burden caught my attention, sparking a flurry of thoughts. With my extensive background working across various levels of political campaigns, both within America and globally, I’ve come to recognize the…
This interview took place over several months. Each question was asked and answered in separate encounters. In an era where the lines between truth and fiction blur with unsettling ease, it becomes imperative for journalism to dive deeper, to seek out the stories that lie in the shadows of our daily discourse. I, found myself…
Defending the Fourth Estate: Catherine Herridge’s Stand for Press Freedom and the Battle Over Confidential Sources. In a striking affirmation of the enduring conflict between journalistic integrity and legal authority, veteran investigative reporter Catherine Herridge stands at the vortex of a legal storm that challenges the very foundations of press freedom in America. Herridge, renowned…
As someone who has traversed the globe, producing documentaries in over 60 countries, I have witnessed firsthand the spectrum of human experience. From the ravages of war, conflict, and violence to the critical issues of food safety and mental health, my journey has spanned the most pressing concerns of our time, including major topics like…
At some point in our lives, we all reflect on our past experiences. In the quiet moments of self-reflection, I’ve come to recognize guilt as an intimate part of my own narrative—a signal, perhaps, of my conscience grappling with the past. I believe this personal acquaintance with guilt, in its most introspective form, serves a…
This is a tragic story unfolding before our eyes. It’s a perfect example of the phrase “Karma’s a Bitch.” In the heart of a prosperous America, nestled within the vibrant city of New Haven, lived the Martins—a family emblematic of the American Dream. Thomas, a dedicated teacher, his wife, Maria, a nurse, and their two…
Sometimes, it’s helpful to take a step back and look at a topic from a different perspective. With this article, I did just that. These immortal words, inscribed on the Statue of Liberty, are a testament to America’s foundational promise as a beacon of hope and refuge for the oppressed. Yet, as we delve into…
In the midst of the loud engines of Formula 1 racing in Abu Dhabi, a quiet revolution is taking place. Artificial intelligence is taking over the driver’s seat, marking the beginning of a new era in transportation. As a journalist with many years of experience and over sixty years of age, the idea of autonomous…
