What a weekend it was. I’ve made my way to Oklahoma City, which is officially my sixth stop on Route 66. The weather here yesterday was insane (SEVENTY-SEVEN — yes, you read that right, 77 — DEGREES!!).
Today, it’s back down to a much more reasonable-for-Spring 54. Which is fine, because there’s plenty to do on this first Monday in March… including a roundup of some interesting reads for your afternoon coffee break.
Cheers to a new week… and a new month! Let me know what you’re most excited for in the comments.
Note: As a disclaimer, I want to say that the links I share below do not necessarily reflect my own views, either politically or personally. Some are left-leaning, some are right-leaning, some are more in the middle. I am constantly challenging myself to consider issues from all angles, and these links reflect this challenge.
Secondary note: Additionally, I want to take this moment to encourage you to share feedback/thoughts of your own in the comments section. I’m sincerely up for the open dialogue and the sharing of opinions and ideas. That said, whether in agreement or criticism, please always treat each other with mutual respect.
Democratic primary candidate Bernie Sanders is undoubtedly controversial. Here are two reads — one from each side — that are worth considering.
The Supreme Court is set to hear a case that considers foster care and religious liberty. Here’s one point of view.
Democratic primary candidate Pete Buttigieg has dropped out of the race. Here’s one view that compares his run to former President Obama’s run in 2008.
The opioid crisis continues, and this article looks inside how some rehab centers may be contributing to — not aiding — the problem.
One view about the future of 5G — and why it matters.
Arizona passed a campus intellectual diversity bill this week, which essentially prompts public universities to host a series of bipartisan events. It becomes the fourth state (MO, IA, and KS already have them in place) to encourage students to consider both sides of public and political issues.
Political polarization is not a new topic of discussion — and here’s one rebuttal to a recent book that made a big splash.
Tomorrow, more than 1,300 delegates are up for grabs as Democratic primary candidates are vying for the nomination. Here’s why Super Tuesday matters. (And if you get into numbers/hypotheticals as much as I do: I present this without further comment. Enjoy.)
One article examines why the war in Afghanistan is viewed so differently than wars in the 20th century.
Fascinating: how poetry went hand-in-hand with the civil rights movement.
Until next week — please let me know what you think! I always welcome feedback, especially in terms of additional reading or sources; please feel free to leave them in the comments below or via wethevotersproject@gmail.com.
