Opinions

Straight Arrow News is committed to fair, factual, unbiased journalism that encourages viewers to make up their own minds. In addition to the facts, we believe it’s vital to hear arguments from all sides of the political spectrum. We hope these different voices will help you reach your own conclusions. The opinions published in this section are solely those of the contributors and do not reflect the views of Straight Arrow News.

The conversation about reparations for African Americans harmed by slavery is long overdue, yet many doubt it will ever happen.

Liberal Opinion

June 21

African Americans deserve reparations for slavery

Adrienne Lawrence

Legal analyst, law professor & award-winning author

Governor Gavin Newsom has signed a bill that mandates community colleges to offer in-state tuition to specific individuals in Mexico, particularly low-income students residing within 45 miles of California's border.

Liberal Opinion

June 20

Why it’s foolish for GOP to underestimate Gavin Newsom

Ruben Navarrette

Columnist, host & author

Trump cares about his supporters only when they're useful to him — for either their money or their vote. And he'll do anything to get both.

Liberal Opinion

June 19

Trump grifts MAGA supporters for their money and vote

Host of The David Pakman Show

Rep. David Borrero filed a bill that would prohibit local governments in Florida from flying pride flags representing social positions.

Liberal Opinion

June 15

Companies like Target should stand up to anti-Pride fervor

Author; Founding Editor, Ramshackle Glam

The 2023 National Climate Assessment has revealed that the US is experiencing more frequent and costly extreme weather events.

Liberal Opinion

June 14

Companies go quiet on climate change to avoid culture war fallout

Adrienne Lawrence

Legal analyst, law professor & award-winning author

Senator Tim Scott of South Carolina married interior designer Mindy Noce at Seacoast Church in Charleston.

Liberal Opinion

June 13

What I like and dislike about Sen. Tim Scott’s vision

Ruben Navarrette

Columnist, host & author

Former Gov. Chris Christie failed to obtain the required 2,000 signatures from Maine voters to appear on the state's GOP primary ballot.

Liberal Opinion

June 12

Is Chris Christie Trump’s biggest threat in GOP primary?

Host of The David Pakman Show

In our first installment of “Face-off Friday,” Dr. Richey and Star Parker debate whether age should be a factor as Biden seeks another term.

Liberal Opinion

June 9

Biden is no spring chicken, but he has integrity and can be trusted

Dr. Rashad Richey

National TV Political Analyst, Talk Radio Host, Univ. Prof.

It's no surprise Black actress Halle Bailey is facing racism for her role in "The Little Mermaid" movie because it happens all the time.

Liberal Opinion

June 8

Is it surprising that the Black star of ‘The Little Mermaid’ faces racism?

Author; Founding Editor, Ramshackle Glam

Anti-drag bills, like the one in Tennessee recently struck down by a federal judge, only distract from the real threats facing our children.

Liberal Opinion

June 7

Chilling anti-drag bills distract from real issues threatening children

Adrienne Lawrence

Legal analyst, law professor & award-winning author

With Critical Social Justice concepts embedded so deeply in our education system, teachers and students alike are in danger.

Conservative Opinion

March 24

Lies from the Left permeate our education system

Founder & President, Center for Urban Renewal and Education

Due to lax government oversight, the American taxpayer will end up bailing out billionaires who took "stupid risks" with their money.

Conservative Opinion

March 22

Everyday folks will end up bailing out billionaires in bank failures

Former House Speaker; Chairman of Gingrich 360

While regulators are ensuring Silicon Valley Bank depositors they have full access to their funds, questions about bank contagion remain.

Conservative Opinion

March 21

Questions persist about Silicon Valley Bank, bank contagion

Federalist Senior Contributor; Claremont Institute Fellow

In another example of out-of-control government spending, Biden's new student debt relief plan is expensive and unconstitutional.

Conservative Opinion

March 17

Biden’s unconstitutional student debt relief plan must be exposed

Founder & President, Center for Urban Renewal and Education

The Biden administration will require semiconductor manufacturers that receive subsidies to provide child care for their workers.

Conservative Opinion

March 16

Biden’s child care subsidies dictate how to raise children

Senior Fellow, American Enterprise Institute

The murder of two Americans in Mexico by local drug lords have both countries on a dangerous road that neither nation will benefit from.

Conservative Opinion

March 15

Cartel violence causing conflict between US and Mexico

Former House Speaker; Chairman of Gingrich 360

The FTC is trampling all over First Amendment protections as it attacks Twitter as a way to get back at owner Elon Musk.

Conservative Opinion

March 14

The FTC war against Elon Musk is an abuse of power

Federalist Senior Contributor; Claremont Institute Fellow

A different kind of recession is headed our way, led not by massive unemployment, but by big hits to corporate profits and share prices.

Conservative Opinion

March 13

A recession could be marked by loss of profits, not unemployment

President & CEO, The Lindsey Group

A Washington, D.C. City Council bill that would allow noncitizens to vote in U.S. elections threatens the integrity of our elections.

Conservative Opinion

March 10

DC City Council voting bill is reckless legislation

Founder & President, Center for Urban Renewal and Education

The SNAP food stamps program is hugely important for millions of struggling Americans, but it should do more to encourage people to find work.

Conservative Opinion

March 9

End of pandemic SNAP benefits a chance to improve food program

President, American Enterprise Institute