When Governments Plan Families
Angela Thompson, Ph.D
July 8, 2025
Sometimes, cautionary events and noteworthy parallels are lost in the annals of history. This is often due to the relentless march of time rather than
Angela L. Thompson, Ph.D.
Dr. Thompson received her B.A. in English and Sociology from Wellesley College, her joint M.A. in Sociology and Women’s Studies from Brandeis University, and her Ph.D. in Sociology also from Brandeis University.
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The Basics of Healthcare
Angela Thompson, Ph.D
February 18, 2025
The killing of UnitedHealthcare’s CEO Brian Thompson by alleged gunman Luigi Mangione focused the spotlight on the inequality of healthcare in the U.S. As the
When Things Fall Apart
Angela Thompson, Ph.D
January 28, 2025
The fires in Los Angeles, California, are nothing short of devastating. The loss of life and property is on an epic scale. By all accounts,
Cybercrimes
Angela Thompson, Ph.D
December 31, 2024
Historically, our collective image and understanding of war has been shaped by the photos and videos broadcast across various media platforms. Whether it be television
On the Brink
Angela Thompson, Ph.D
December 10, 2024
By all accounts, the nation of Haiti has devolved to depths unseen since the Haitian Revolution of 1791. After the assassination of President Jovenel Moise
Doctors Doing More Harm Than Good
Angela Thompson, Ph.D
November 19, 2024
Trigger Warning: This blog discusses sensitive and potentially distressing topics, including unethical, non-consensual, and inhumane health treatment. Reader discretion is advised. What if I told
The Religion of Football
Angela Thompson, Ph.D
November 5, 2024
Football season is in full swing across America. Professional, college, and high school athletes are assuming positions to hike, punt, tackle, and blitz. Fans are
By Any Other Name…
Angela Thompson, Ph.D
March 26, 2024
Throughout history the world has seen numerous geopolitical events involving genocide, the systematic killing of one group based on differences in race, ethnicity, religion, etc.
The Battle for Gender-Affirming Care
Angela Thompson, Ph.D
March 19, 2024
Across the country, at least 22 states have passed legislation banning gender-affirming care for certain segments of their population. While in most instances the target
It’s the Economy, Stupid!
Angela Thompson, Ph.D
March 4, 2024
On March 3, 2024, Haiti’s government declared a state of emergency after gang attacks on the country’s two largest prisons resulted in massive prison breaks that saw