Valerie Richardson
Articles by Valerie Richardson
Is DEI DOA? Diversity, equity and inclusion regime hit with backlash in ‘Oct. 8 effect’
The diversity, equity and inclusion framework that was all the rage four years ago is suddenly on the ropes. Published March 14, 2024
U.K. rejects puberty blockers for children over concerns about safety, benefits
Britain's National Health Service will no longer routinely prescribe puberty blockers for children seeking to switch to the opposite gender, citing a lack of evidence on the safety and benefits of such treatment. Published March 12, 2024
Lawmaker moves to force Biden’s Gaza pier to comply with domestic federal environmental rules
President Biden is moving full steam ahead on the construction of a temporary pier in Gaza, but at least one member of Congress wants to make sure he's complying with the same stringent environmental checks required of domestic construction projects. Published March 12, 2024
MIT scientist Afif Aqrabawi attacks House antisemitism probe with anti-Israel harangue
The Massachusetts Institute of Technology faces a House investigation and student lawsuit over alleged antisemitism, and faculty neuroscientist Afif Aqrabawi isn't doing the university any favors with his drumbeat of anti-Israel screeds. Published March 11, 2024
Women’s pro golf tour bans transgender golfer Hailey Davidson with female-only rule
Transgender golfer Hailey Davidson is having an impact on the women's game, although not necessarily in the way she might have hoped. Published March 8, 2024
List of hate groups circulated by federal government to banks included top conservative organization
The federal government circulated a list of "hate groups" to U.S. banks as part of its post-Jan. 6 financial surveillance, a tally compiled by left-of-center groups that featured a host of mainstream conservative organizations. Published March 8, 2024
Utah opens investigation into Salt Lake City bar’s ‘No Zionists Allowed’ policy
"As many are, we are horrified by the ongoing genocide in Gaza and are even more horrified to see so many Americans ignore and rationalize ethnic cleansing," the bar's post said. "That is why we are pleased to announce we are banning all zionists forever from our establishments." Published March 7, 2024
San Francisco approves public-safety measures in backlash against progressive agenda
San Francisco residents are known for their unflinchingly progressive views, but apparently even leftists can grow weary of rising crime, drugs, public defecation and homelessness. Published March 6, 2024
Snowboarding coach, fired over comments on transgender athletes, settles case for $75,000
A high school snowboarding coach who was fired for telling students that men and women are biologically different won't get his job back, but he will walk away $75,000 richer. Published March 5, 2024
Another Soros-backed DA on hot seat as recall of Oakland’s Pamela Price advances
Petition organizers have submitted thousands of signatures to recall Alameda County District Attorney Pamela Price, the latest prosecutor backed by Democratic megadonor George Soros to face ouster over concerns about rising lawlessness. Published March 5, 2024
Breaking the law: Prosecutors get firsthand look from other side of court
Former Baltimore City State's Attorney Marilyn Mosby's conviction has come as district attorneys are facing heightened scrutiny over their political agendas as well as potential legal and ethical lapses. Published February 12, 2024
Chiefs or 49ers? Fans face Super Bowl quandary as presidential politics muddy field
For fans worried that their choice of Super Bowl team constitutes an implicit endorsement of President Biden or former President Donald Trump, here's the good news: It's more complicated than that. Published February 8, 2024
Study on dangers of abortion pill retracted ahead of Supreme Court hearing
A major academic publisher has retracted three articles by a leading pro-life research group, including a study raising medical concerns about the abortion pill ahead of a Supreme Court hearing on the drug's federal approval. Published February 7, 2024
Surfer Bethany Hamilton shrugs off splashback in standing up for women’s sports
Say this for Bethany Hamilton, she isn't one to steer clear of choppy waters. Published February 6, 2024
Democrat-led Colorado House refuses to allow Hamas victims’ families on chamber floor
The Colorado House speaker turned away Monday a delegation of Israeli visitors, including six family members of Hamas hostages and victims, citing concerns about the reaction from the Democratic-controlled chamber. Published February 6, 2024
Superintendent cheers ‘big win’ after Oklahoma drag-queen principal resigns
An Oklahoma City elementary-school principal who moonlights as a drag queen has resigned in what the state superintendent called a "big win" for schools. Published February 5, 2024
Republicans move to cut off funding permanently to Hamas-linked U.N. relief agency
United Nations Relief and Works Agency officials warn that they might need to shut down operations in Gaza unless the U.S. and other nations resume their funding, but they're not getting much sympathy from congressional Republicans. Published February 5, 2024
Brown University president refuses demands of students holding ‘Hunger Strike for Palestine’
Brown University President Christina Paxson on Friday rejected demands by pro-Palestinian students on a hunger strike until the school spanks defense contractors and other companies doing business with Israel. Published February 3, 2024
Republicans seek to block male-born athletes from competing in women’s Olympic sports
Male-born Lia Thomas' dream of competing in Olympic women's swimming could face another hurdle, this one from congressional Republicans. Published February 2, 2024
Violence-plagued Chicago mocked for city council demanding Gaza cease-fire
Chicago has become the largest U.S. city to pass a resolution demanding a cease-fire in Gaza, prompting critics to ask: How about a cease-fire in the Windy City? Published February 1, 2024
