Taylor Swift celebrated the USWNT’s victory in concert! Could she change the popularity of women’s sports if she were to own a NWSL team?

Taylor Swift welcomed the United States women’s national team onto stage during her concert yesterday to celebrate their World Cup win. The team was received with loud cheers and applause and many of Swift’s fans took to twitter to express how happy they were to see Swift celebrating the womens’ team. This makes us wonder, with National Women’s Soccer League ticket sales rising after the World Cup, would they increase even more if Swift were to start or buy a NWSL team? Let us know what you think about Swift’s influence on the popularity of women’s sports!

A fan couldn't contain her excitement at seeing Taylor Swift honoring the USWNT:

This fan just wanted Swift and the USWNT to be friends forever because apparently Swift + USWNT = #squadgoals.

Lastly, Swift herself took to Twitter after her concert to talk about how lovely it was to have the team on stage with her!

Donald Trump claims that he will win the Latino vote. How likely is this to happen?

Donald Trump says that he will win the Republican Latino vote, despite having made controversial remarks about Mexican immigration recently. In his announcement for candidacy, Trump commented, “When Mexico sends its people, they’re not sending their best… They’re sending people that have a lot of problems, and they’re bringing those problems with us. They’re bringing crime. They’re rapists. And some, I assume, are good people.” Despite these inflammatory remarks, Trump says that he was only criticizing illegal immigrants. In an interview with NBC on Wednesday, Trump declared, “I have a great relationship with the Mexican people.” He explained, “I have many legal immigrants working for me. And many of them come from Mexico.” He then continued, “They love me, I love them. And I’ll tell you something, if I get the nomination, I”ll win the Latino vote.” Do you think he will?

Is Serena Williams America’s greatest athlete?

Serena Williams has done it - by winning her match against Spain’s Garbine Muguruza, she has captured her sixth Wimbledon title. For the second time in her career, she has won four straight major titles, a feat dubbed the “Serena Slam” twelve years ago when she first managed to earn the achievement. Her victory also made this the 21st Grand Slam title of her career. If she wins the US Open next month, she will also be adding the calendar Grand Slam title to her list of achievements, something that has not been done since 1998. Do you think that this incredible victory has shown Serena Williams as America’s greatest athlete?

Many celebrities have gone onto social media to celebrate Williams' incredible achievement:

RIP Roger Rees from West Wing

Actor Roger Rees known for his work on stage and screen has died. Rees famously played British Ambassador Lord John Marbury on The West Wing for six years. He was among the show's most memorable characters.

Source: NBC

D.C. and several other states may legalize assisted suicide for the terminally ill. Do you support this?

Washington D.C. may start allowing terminally ill patients to end their lives through assisted death. The bill, if passed, will allow doctors to prescribe lethal medication to their patients once they have passed two qualifications: 1) they are terminally ill and 2) they do not have a psychiatric or psychological disorder that may affect the choice they make. Supporters of the bill like that it gives terminally ill patients the chance to die under their own terms. But, opponents of the bill argue against the pressure the bill could put on patients to end their lives to make the lives of their loved ones easier. They also mention how greed for inheritance money could have family members coercing patients into asking for assisted suicide. The bill also leaves out some specifics, such as the type of medication to be used in assisted suicide and how qualified a doctor must be to evaluate a patient’s physical and mental conditions. Knowing the pros and cons for legalized assisted suicide for the terminally ill, do you support the procedure?

Donald Trump is the most preferred GOP nominee right now. Does this mean his candidacy has viability?

In a new national poll, Donald Trump was voted as the most preferred GOP nominee for president. Receiving 15% of the votes, Trump was 4 points ahead of the second most popular nominee - Jeb Bush. Despite the belief that Trump has been tarnishing the GOP’s image with his inflammatory comments on immigration, it is believed that he has raised his popularity by vocalizing his opinions on controversial issues that the other candidates are afraid to broach. Although Trump is doing well in the polls, do you think that this will translate to his candidacy in the long term? Former senator Robert F. Bennett has commented that he thinks Trump will “self-destruct relatively quickly. The dynamic, I think, will change very dramatically and Trump will be yesterday’s news.” Do you agree?

Should Wimbledon give women equal time on the show courts as men?

Both Caroline Wozniacki and Serena Williams have commented that Wimbledon has not been giving equal time to women and men on the show courts. “The women really haven’t gotten the opportunity here to play on the big courts,” said Wozniacki. “You only get one woman’s match on Court 1 and Centre Court. Most of last week it was only one woman’s match on Court 2 as well.” Williams feels the same way, saying, “We’re still fighting on that,” referring to getting equal time. “We made progress making sure that women have more featured matches. It’s just a little bit at a time. Hopefully we’ll get to the point where we’ll have even more featured matches.” Wimbledon usually has one women’s match and two men’s matches on the two biggest show courts. Do you agree with Wozniacki and Williams that Wimbledon should give women equal time on the show courts as men?

What do you think about amendment that would allow Confederate flag imagery on federal land?

The presence of Confederate flag imagery continues to be the subject of hot debate. California Representative Ken Calvert announced a GOP amendment on Wednesday, that if voted to pass on Thursday, will allow Confederate flag imagery to remain displayed on graves located on federal land in certain circumstances. The Confederate flag, flown by the Confederates during the civil war, is associated with racism and slavery by those opposed to the usage of its imagery. Many that continue to support the usage of the flag believe that it is a tribute to their Confederate ancestors that bravely sacrificed their lives rather than a symbol of racism. What would be your preferred outcome to the vote on this amendment?

Marco Rubio has called for dismantling the “cartel of existing colleges and universities." Do you agree?

Senator Marco Rubio addressed the burden of student debt that has stymied the path of many college graduates in his speech on Tuesday. Outlining his vision for the American economy, Rubio said, “We do not need timid tweaks to the old system; we need a holistic overhaul.” His plan for college and university education included two proposals that would make student loans more affordable. He first proposed an income-based payment system that would allow graduates to pay back their creditors at a rate suitable for their levels of earnings. His second idea was to allow a relationship between investors and students. Investors would pay for the students’ tuition, and in return, receive a percentage of the students’ salary for a few years after they graduate. What do you think about Rubio’s economic plan for higher education?

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Will DeAndre Jordan pick the Mavs or Clippers?

NBA star DeAndre Jordan is making news about what team he will play for next season. Last week, Jordan verbally committed to sign a 4-YR, $80 million deal with the Dallas Mavericks instead of his current team the LA Clippers. Experts think the Clips can't win a title without Jordan. Reports came out today that Jordan is getting cold feet. As contracts can't be officially signed until tomorrow, the Clippers are rushing to Texas to see if they can get Jordan to stay with them. Do you think he will stay with the Clippers or pick the Mavs?

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