October 16, 2020

Our native American communities

October 16, 2020

Monday was Columbus Day, a federal holiday since 1968 that officially recognizes Christopher Columbus’s “discovery” of the Americas. Next month, the nation celebrates Thanksgiving. For many Native Americans in this country, these are not days for celebration, but stark reminders of the bloodshed and oppression forced upon their ancestors by colonization. This week, we talk about the legacy of these atrocities, and how to follow Native Americans' calls for change in the present.

Finding trustworthy information

October 9, 2020

Kristina Jeffers

Remember that time Russia interfered in a US presidential election? Disinformation from Russia and other sources is still a concern in 2020. This week’s workout is about finding information you can trust and spotting when something seems off.

Trump’s taxes

October 2, 2020

Kristina Jeffers

A New York Times investigative report found that Donald Trump paid $750 in federal income tax each year in 2016 and 2017. It also revealed that he reported losing more money than he made, despite portraying himself as a successful businessman. In 10 of the last 15 years, he paid no money in federal income tax. Outraged? Let’s get to work