Liberal: Progressives Have Shifted Away from True Progressivism

According to Ruy Teixeira of The Liberal Patriot, today’s progressives no longer embody the original principles of progressivism. Midcentury progressives aimed to create a society free of racial bias, advocating for a colorblind approach and merit-based achievement. However, modern progressives favor policies like affirmative action, which they see as justified remedies, and are suspicious of objective achievement metrics.

Once defenders of free speech, progressives now often tie free expression to concepts of violence and harm, claiming it can make others feel unsafe. They prioritize goals such as combating climate change, procedural justice, and defending identity groups over economic prosperity.

This shift raises questions about whether today’s progressives can truly be called “progressive,” as they appear to reject core democratic values like free speech and cultural pluralism. Voters, especially among the working class, may no longer identify with their agenda.

Campus Watch: Columbia University’s Response to Antisemitism

Amidst accusations of neglecting Jewish students from antisemitic acts, Columbia University has agreed to pay a $200 million fine to the federal government. This settlement acknowledges the institution’s failure to adequately protect Jewish students on campus. The move is seen as a reaction to the stance taken by former President Trump, who challenged campus culture promoting progressive values at the expense of dissenting opinions. Specifically, Jewish students targeted for defending Israel and conservative students often face shunning.

This development is viewed as a warning for institutions that rely on taxpayer funding: accountability is essential. It also signifies a victory for Trump and a hopeful sign for American Jewish communities.

Economy: Middle Class’s Remarkable Gains

Six months into his second term, President Trump has driven a significant economic boom for the middle class. Recent Treasury data show real-wage increases for middle-income and blue-collar workers not seen in nearly 60 years, with a 1.7% hourly wage rise from December 2024 to May 2025, outpacing inflation.

This period marks the most substantial half-year wage growth at the start of a presidency since Nixon, with only Trump’s first term coming close to matching this performance.

Climate Skepticism: Alarmist Claims Under Scrutiny

While climate activists often highlight weather events to advance their narrative, critics argue much of this information is misleading. For instance, the Arctic sea ice has experienced its third-highest extent in two decades despite dire predictions of complete loss by now. Similarly, attributing recent deadly floods to human-induced climate change has been debunked, and temperature claims based on increased days above 90°F in Florida are not supported by historical data since 1895.

Science Funding: Local Universities as Innovation Hubs

Due to funding cuts under the Trump administration, experts suggest the US must rethink how it supports university-based research. Historically, publicly funded academic research has led to breakthroughs like GPS, cancer therapies, recombinant DNA, and MRI technology. To maintain technological leadership, states should foster independent nonprofit research organizations and support campus innovation—key factors in competing globally and developing life-saving technologies.