Facebook and other social media can’t detect doctored photos that spread fake news. What does this mean for you and how can this problem be solved?

Students and parents are demanding changes to gun laws. Legislators are responding. Today, The State of Us has compiled some highlights of these moving discussions.

The Pennsylvania Supreme Court has redrawn a gerrymandered map. Will this set a precedent, can you expect to be more fairly represented, and could this end partisan gridlock?

Across America, politically correct phrases might be taking precedence over informed debate. Is this the right course of action for society?

Americans feel that the country is worse than it was 50 years ago. Is this accurate and, if not, what is the reason for the disparity?

The President has sent to congress a budget proposal. Is this how things are supposed to work? How will this affect the country and your everyday life if it is passed?

How does YouTube decide what to show you? The answer and the dangers of it may surprise you. The State of Us shares critical insight on the responsibility of YouTube and its users.

Democrats and Republican leadership have announced a potential two year budget deal. Will this deal be good for the American people? Why did Nancy Pelosi give an eight hour speech?

Prosperity Now just released their annual scorecard on inequality in the United States. Lebaron Sims, Senior Research Manager at Prosperity Now, joins The State of Us to determine what’s next for the poorest Americans.

President Trump spoke about his immigration “compromise” during his State
of the Union address. Can Democrats and Republicans find common ground to
enact meaningful immigration reform?

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