Fusion published an interesting article about Taylor Swift's silence about Donald Trump during this election season. Many high profile women have called out Trump for misogynistic comments. However, Swift has not spoken out. What do you think? Should she be expected to speak out? Or are you OK with her staying quiet? Jump In to the conversation:
Is Bill Clinton’s past fair game or does it detract from the real issues?
Donald Trump has brought Bill Clinton's past into the debate after numerous accusations over his own conduct toward women. What do you think? Is Bill's past fair game or does it detract from the debate over the issues? Jump In to the conversation:
Are driverless trucks good for the economy?
It looks like driverless trucks are the future according to TechCruch. The bigger question is whether this is a good thing. What do you think? Will driverless trucks be good for the economy? JUMP IN to the debate:
What do you think of University of Florida offer of counseling for students offended by Halloween costumes?
CBS news reports that administrators at the University of Florida have created a 24-hour hotline available through its Counseling and Wellness Center should students need to talk about being offended by Halloween costumes. UF also has a Bias Education and Response Team to handle reports of any discriminatory incidents. “If you choose to participate in Halloween activities, we encourage you to think about your choices of costumes and themes,” the school advised. What do you think? Is this a good idea? Or is this taking PC culture too far?
Should Indigenous Peoples' Day Be A Replacement For Columbus Day?
Columbus Day is a federal holiday celebrated second Monday in October marking the anniversary of Christopher Columbus' arrival in the Americas on October 12, 1492. It first became a state holiday in Colorado in 1906 but has been celebrated unofficially for years before. There has been opposition to the holiday as many argue that we shouldn't honor Columbus's and Europeans' actions against the indigenous populations of the Americas. Cities including Denver and Phoenix have been joined by Vermont in deciding to celebrate indigenous people's day instead. What do you think? Jump In to the debate:
Do you think the U.S. should be prepared to use military force in Syria?
When the 2nd presidential debate actually got to the issues...the candidates were pressed on their positions on what to do in Syria and with Syrian refugees. ABC News correspondent Martha Raddatz asked a question submitted online by a voter: "If you were president, what would you do about Syria and the humanitarian crisis in Aleppo?" "Isn't it a lot like the Holocaust when the U.S. waited too long before we helped?" When pressed on the question Trump said he disagreed with his running mate, Indiana Gov. Mike Pence, who said, "Provocations by Russia need to be met with American strength and that if Russia continues to be involved in airstrikes along with the Syrian government forces of Assad, the United States of America should be prepared to use military force to strike the military targets of the Assad regime." What do you think? Jump In and vote:
Is Trump apology for lewd remarks sincere?
Donald Trump issued a late night 90 second video on social media to apologize for sexually explicit and aggressive remarks he made in an unaired Access Hollywood segment in 2005. Trump said "I said it, I was wrong and I apologize" and added that he that he "is not a perfect person" and that his comments "don't reflect who I am." He then attacked Bill Clinton for his past transgressions. What do you think? Is Trump sincere or is he a liar...pants on fire? JUMP IN & vote!
Will either VP candidate's performance impact how you will vote?
The VP debate happened. Did either candidate's performance impact how you plan to vote? JUMP IN & tell us below!
Trump says paying no income tax would make him "smart" do you agree?
Donald Trump has not released his tax returns. However, a 1995 tax return obtained by The New York Times showed that "Trump declared a $916 million loss on his 1995 income tax returns, a tax deduction so substantial it could have allowed him to legally avoid paying any federal income taxes for up to 18 years." Supporters of Trump like Chris Christie have called Trump a genius for not paying taxes while others have been highly critical. What do you think? Jump In and vote below:
Is automation helping or hurting the U.S. economy?
From ATMs to self driving cars - robots do jobs that humans used to do. What do you think about the impact? Is automation helping or hurting the economy? JUMP IN to the conversation and vote: