Impact of Potential Social Security Changes on Local Residents
The Administration has given conflicting information about its plans for Social Security. For example, in December, President Trump told NBC…
The Constitution – A New Country Decides Its Future
In May 1787, fifty-five learned and experienced men met in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, while their wives managed their farms and households…
Libraries Are Under Attack by Project 2025
Libraries are the cornerstones of a democratic society (1). The Heritage Foundation, as revealed in Project 2025, seeks to spread…
How Project 2025 Could Raise Prescription Drug Costs for Seniors
Prescription medications are a lifeline for millions of Americans, especially seniors who rely on Medicare and its regulations governing them….
A Brief History of Climate Change: Why It Matters to Tuolumne County Residents
In 1959, oil and gas industry scientists informed their management that burning fossil fuel products would begin to warm the…
Book Review: Strangers in Their Own Land
Strangers in Their Own Land: Anger and Mourning on the American RightBy Arlie Russell Hochschild Have you ever wondered why,…
What Is Our Central Sierra Continuum of Care?
Since 1981, the Amador Tuolumne Community Action Agency (ATCAA) has been a huge source of support for people who are…
The Preamble to the Constitution: A Vision for a More Perfect Union
The Preamble to the Constitution summarizes the Founding Fathers’ vision for the federal government. It was fiercely debated and, in…
Overwhelmed, to Say the Least
On Saturday, June 14, our small community gathered 1,700+ strong to show the world that we won’t take the abuse…
Cuts to Medicaid and Health Insurance Subsidies: Who Stands to Lose?
It could easily be argued that President Trump’s “Big Beautiful Bill” is anything but beautiful for the average American. This…
The California FAIR Plan – Our Only Option?
California’s insurance landscape has changed dramatically in recent years – maybe forever. While memorable slogans and jingles remain, such as…
What Is an Executive Order?
We often see executive orders mentioned in news reports, but many people don’t know what an executive order is or…
