Author name: Gil Cintron, LMSW

Introduction As a native New Yorker, and social worker—though I recognize that not all Puerto Ricans born or raised in New York City accept or identify with the term Nuyorican, as I do—I’ve often reflected on how the terms Hispanic and Latino shape our identities in the United States. These labels are used broadly, often […]

There have been growing concerns about Donald Trump’s rhetoric and policies, which some critics link to eugenics ideologies. In recent remarks, Trump described immigrants as “poisoning the blood” of America, language that echoes the eugenics movement of the early 20th century. This movement, which sought to improve human populations by controlled breeding to increase the

I used to think that Scott Jennings was pretty level-headed, and enjoyed his opinion on CNN, especially on the Abby Phillip show. But as we get closer to the presidential election his vitriol has gotten really out of hand. Tonight, (10/7/24) he was really out of sorts. At one point getting indignant, pointing his finger

The actions of James Comey in 2016 and Jack Smith in 2024 involve significant legal and procedural differences, especially considering the timing of these events so close to a presidential election. Here is a breakdown of the key differences: 1. JAMES COMEY IN 2016: Action: James Comey, as the FBI Director, publicly announced the reopening

  Donald Trump is the only former U.S. President and presidential candidate who has been indicted on criminal charges. While other U.S. presidential candidates or political figures have faced legal challenges, none have been convicted while actively running for the presidency. Here are a few presidential candidates that have faced legal problems or indictments while

Notable historical attempts at cheating or irregularities in U.S. presidential elections by political party Election of 1824 (Democratic-Republican Party) “Corrupt Bargain”: The election was decided by the House of Representatives, where it was alleged that a deal was struck between John Quincy Adams and Henry Clay to secure Adams’s victory over Andrew Jackson. While not