Springsteen Strikes a Nerve Again: New Protest Song Echoes From Minneapolis to the Jersey Shore When Bruce Springsteen releases new music, the world listens. When...

Montclair is getting a fresh dose of intellectual conversation this fall with the launch of the Thinkable speaker series at the newly restored Lackawanna Station. Founded by filmmaker and entrepreneur Desh Amila, the series aims to revive in-person dialogue and provide a space for meaningful discussion, featuring an impressive roster of thought leaders including Ta-Nehisi Coates, Cornel West, and Richard Dawkins. Amila describes Thinkable as a modern town hall designed for the digital age. “It’s not about listening to a lecture; it’s about engaging in a conversation,” he says. Attendees are encouraged to explore differing perspectives, challenge their own assumptions, and take part in a dynamic exchange of ideas, moving beyond the echo chambers often reinforced...

In a poignant moment during a town hall for Latino voters on October 16, 2024, Ramiro Gonzalez, a 56-year-old construction worker from New Jersey, captured the attention of the nation as he posed tough questions to former President Donald Trump. His inquiry sparked conversation about loyalty, leadership, and the events of the past few years. Ramiro, who was born in Cuba and now resides in Florida, began his questioning with honesty: “I want to give you the opportunity to try to win back my vote.” Despite identifying as a Republican, he explained that he was no longer registered and felt compelled to hold Trump accountable. He addressed his concerns directly: “Your action and maybe inaction during your...