Incarceration Nation . A recent study by the nonprofit Prison Policy Initiative of incarceration rates rated each US state as if it was an independent country. The statistics measure how many persons are incarcerated for every 100,000 citizens. Among countries, El Salvador has the world’s highest incarnation rate with 1,086 incarcerated for every 100,000. No… Continue reading Bob Shell: Incarceration Nation
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The FAA’s Challenges: The State of Air Travel in America
The FAA’s Challenges and the State of Air Travel in America . Is It Safe to Fly? . In recent months, a series of high-profile incidents involving passenger flights in the United States has raised concerns about the safety of air travel. From near-misses on runways to mid-air mechanical failures, these events have left many… Continue reading The FAA’s Challenges: The State of Air Travel in America
Bob Shell: The Perils of Prison Life and the First Amendment
Text by Bob Shell, Copyright 2025 . The Perils of Prison Life and the First Amendment . I made my living for more than thirty-five years from writing and photography. In my current circumstances I am blocked from doing photography, but I haven’t been blocked from writing — until now. A bit of history first:… Continue reading Bob Shell: The Perils of Prison Life and the First Amendment
Politics: The Chaos of DOGE
The Chaos of DOGE . How Elon Musk’s Obsession is Disrupting America’s Federal Workforce . In recent years, Elon Musk’s fascination with Dogecoin (DOGE), the meme-inspired cryptocurrency, has transcended mere personal interest and begun to ripple into unexpected areas—including America’s federal workforce. What started as a series of playful tweets has evolved into a disruptive… Continue reading Politics: The Chaos of DOGE
Gina Iannece: On Grief and Hope
Text by Gina Ianneci, Copyright 2025 . On Grief and Hope . Model: Gina Ianneci Photo: Tony Ward Stylist: KVaughn Hair & Makeup: Michael Connor Lighting Grip: Anthony Colagreco . Throughout my life, I’ve faced traumatic experiences that I can easily recall, along with the memories and associated emotions. For better or worse, these experiences… Continue reading Gina Iannece: On Grief and Hope