Investigative Journalism | Exposing What Lies Beneath
In the 1990s, the rise of Mexican drug cartels and the adoption of Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR) in the U.S. legal system created dangerous overlaps. While cartels expanded their criminal enterprises, ADR prioritized secrecy over transparency, inadvertently enabling exploitation and corruption. This legacy continues to affect justice delivery and societal trust today.
The Maryland Department of Natural Resources (DNR) faces criticism for fiscal mismanagement, politicized priorities, and exclusionary land policies that neglect rural communities. Despite receiving significant funding, transparency is lacking, and traditional conservation practices have been overshadowed by a focus on Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion initiatives, sidelining local hunters and anglers. An audit is urgently needed.
The Untold Truth About Maryland’s DNR: Millions Spent, Little Accountability, and the Silencing of Rural Voices Read MoreThe United States Congress is increasingly dominated by aging politicians, many in their 70s or older, leading to a gerontocracy that undermines democracy. Long incumbencies foster corruption and complacency, limiting voter choices. Implementing term limits could rejuvenate political leadership, enhance accountability, and ensure government reflects contemporary values and needs.
OPINION | The Case for Term Limits: Why It’s Time to Retire America’s Political Dinosaurs Read MoreKevin Daniels faced a lawsuit from PSEG after refusing access to his Maryland farmland for a controversial transmission line project. This corporate tactic reflects a broader issue of legal bullying against property owners, threatening fundamental rights against unwarranted invasion. Without public action, such harassment could escalate, affecting all Marylanders.
The New Bully Tactic: How Energy Companies Are Suing Maryland Families Just for Saying No Read MoreIn a bold move that could ripple far beyond state lines, Florida Attorney General James Uthmeier has announced the launch of the Office of Parental Rights (OPR) — a first-of-its-kind …
Florida Launches First Office of Parental Rights — Will Maryland, Virginia, or D.C. Follow Its Lead? Read MoreFlorida’s Attorney General James Uthmeier has launched the Office of Parental Rights (OPR), a pioneering initiative aimed at protecting and empowering parental rights. This agency will address violations related to schools and governmental entities. The OPR could inspire similar efforts nationwide, responding to growing concerns about family law and parental disenfranchisement.
Florida Launches First Office of Parental Rights — Will Maryland, Virginia, or D.C. Follow Its Lead? Read MoreVirginia citizens have lost the right to elect judges, transforming judicial selection into a secretive system dominated by political insiders. This undermines accountability and democratic representation, with significant implications for civil rights and community health. A movement is growing to restore popular elections and empower citizens in judicial processes.
Broken Bench Series 1: The Silent Crisis of Judicial Appointments Read MoreIn a world where family court and civil litigation have become synonymous with prolonged suffering and endless bills, a growing sector quietly rakes in profits by exploiting the very chaos …
The Revolving Door of Injustice: How The McCammon Group and Juridical Solutions Profit Off the Broken System They Helped Create Read MoreJoanne Frederick discovers survey stakes for the Maryland Piedmont Reliability Project (MPRP) on her farm, unaware it benefits Northern Virginia’s data centers, not Marylanders. The project threatens local environments and property rights, with Marylanders facing lawsuits while their state pays for Virginia’s energy needs, highlighting broader issues of community neglect for corporate gain.
Maryland Pays, Virginia Plays: How an Energy Project Is Sacrificing Maryland Land for Northern Virginia’s Big Tech Boom Read MoreIn 1990, the Judicial Improvements Act aimed to streamline justice through Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR), but resulted in an unprecedented expansion of federal courthouses. Instead of reducing litigation, the system evolved into a bureaucratic empire focused on mediation and settlement, compromising transparency and constitutional rights while increasing costs and delays.
The $10 Billion Courtroom Con: How “ADR Reform” Built an Administrative Empire Read More