Tag: Social Policy

Newsom’s handling of the California homelessness crisis emerges as ‘stress test’ of Obama legacy

When sociological analysis enters public conversations about policy, governance, and lived experience, it helps move debate beyond slogans toward less biased understanding. #PublicSociology I was recently cited in a national political analysis published by Washington Examiner examining how Gavin Newsom’s response to homelessness may shape broader debates connected to the governing legacy of President Barack... Continue Reading →

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The Gospel According to Mammon: Why a Trillionaire Is a Moral Absurdity

Extreme wealth at the scale of a trillion dollars is a moral and social crisis. Such wealth concentrate power and influence while billions remain in precarity. Drawing on Marx, Smith, and Christian ethics, this essay argues that unbounded accumulation undermines justice, civic equality, and human flourishing, revealing the moral absurdity of extreme inequality.

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Explainer: What is Antifa and is the Trump administration causing ‘moral panic’?

The Mirror US News recently asked me how the Trump administration’s portrayal of Antifa reflects a broader sociological pattern of moral panic and political framing.For my contribution, I explained how labeling Antifa as a “shadowy and violent enemy” serves as a strategic political tool undermining left-wing critics, discouraging protest, and legitimizing aggressive law enforcement tactics.... Continue Reading →

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“No Kings” Protests Set to Sweep US Even as Trump Increases Attacks on Activists

Earlier this week, I was quoted in a Truthout (a not-for-profit news organization) for article examining the upcoming “No Kings” protests and the political framing around so-called antifa activity. You can read it here: https://truthout.org/articles/no-kings-protests-set-to-sweep-us-even-as-trump-increases-attacks-on-activists/ In my comments, I tried to draw attention to how political actors use labels to shape the public imagination long... Continue Reading →

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Map Reveals States Where Youth Are Most At Risk

In contributing to Map Reveals States Where Youth Are Most At Risk, I explained how youth risk factors, poverty, education inequality, crime, and limited healthcare access are rooted in structural inequalities, emphasizing the urgent need for policies supporting vulnerable children and communities nationwide.

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States with the Most At-Risk Youth (2025)

I'm always grateful when people outside of academia reach out for sociological insights on today’s pressing social issues. Recently, I was asked to weigh in on a question that continues to gain urgency: Why do so many rural young people in the United States feel profoundly disconnected from society? Too often, public conversations default to... Continue Reading →

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Exploring Musical Bonds: A Journey into Steve Lacy’s Music

Kent Bausman, a college professor, finds common ground with his daughter through music. His daughter introduces him to "LoveJoy" and Steve Lacy, whose lyrics resonate with Bausman's past struggles with confidence and social class. This newfound connection with young artists is a blessing, bridging generational gaps through shared musical interests.

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