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The Kermit the Frog Commencement Speech That Made a Splash
The Kermit the Frog Commencement Speech at the University of Maryland delivered heartfelt humor, lasting advice, and a message grads will never forget.
What The Flag Means to Our Kids This Flag Day
Read 9th grader John Nasir’s powerful winning essay on what the American flag represents—freedom, unity, perseverance, and the spirit of a nation.
My Top 20 Favorite Facebook Memes of June 2025
Explore Joe Rothstein’s selection of the top 20 Facebook memes as of June 2025, highlighting timely insights on politics, society, and the environment.
Orbital: A Reader’s Elegant Trip Into Space
You don’t need to have an interest in outer space to revel in an Earth-bound novel by a gifted author. Explore Samantha Harvey’s novel Orbital—a vivid, poetic look at space travel and what it means to be human beyond gravity, time, and Earth.
Kamala Harris vs. Donald Trump: The Pop Culture Campaign Battle
Harris's first major rally featured star-studded performances, drawing significant attention and challenging Trump's longstanding influence in the pop culture sphere.
The Latina President: A Bestseller Amidst Self-Publishing Revolution
The Latina President became the #2 best seller on Amazon Kindle’s list of political thrillers. A success story for authors and readers, self-publishing is revolutionizing the book industry, empowering authors, and bringing books to a wider audience.
Good News Bad News: The Media’s Affect on the National Mood
Why the same resources the media deploys to cover political minutia should be applied to reporting on positive developments that constitute 'Good News.'
Perspectify: The Important New App for Combating Fake News
Perspectify, a new app by Newsmatics, uses a color coding system to help readers discern fake news from fact-based sources by highlighting possible biases.
Daddy, Please ask Chat GPT to tell me a story
AI is being used to create perfect replicas of artwork - read this blog post on how Joe Rothstein talks about the industry implications for creatives and why he thinks it's unethical.