Mindblown: a blog about philosophy.

Senate Majority Leader John Thune (R-SD) is preparing to use the “nuclear option” to clear a logjam of Trump nominees due to unprecedented Democratic Party obstruction in the Senate. Thune is setting the stage to use the parliamentary maneuver in order to lower the filibuster threshold for confirming large batches of lower-level presidential nominees, marking…

Zoe Shackleford believed she was making the right choice when she gave up cigarettes for vaping. Like many others, she thought it was a healthier alternative, a stepping stone toward quitting altogether. But what she didn’t expect was that this “better” option would nearly claim her life. At just 29 years old, Zoe’s story is…

A family vacation meant for sun, sand, and laughter turned into a tragedy and a tale of unparalleled heroism. Sixteen-year-old Bryce Brooks’ instincts and courage saved lives—but cost him his own. Bryce was enjoying a sunny day at the beach, surrounded by family and friends. The waves were high, the currents strong, but nothing seemed…

It is with profound sorrow that the community mourns Liliane, a cherished friend, neighbor, and family member whose presence illuminated the lives of all who knew her. Her passing has left a space that feels impossible to fill, as loved ones struggle to come to terms with the loss of someone so full of warmth,…

Earlier this year, country star Jelly Roll reached a milestone that left fans cheering — he completed his first-ever 5K run at the “Netflix Is a Joke” comedy festival. For an artist whose life has been defined by resilience and raw honesty, this moment was far more than a race. It was a declaration of…

The world woke up to heartbreaking news: Jane Goodall, the legendary conservationist and tireless advocate for nature, has died at the age of 91. Her passing marks the end of an era in science, animal welfare, and environmental activism. According to her institute, Goodall died of natural causes in Los Angeles while on a speaking…

In 1981, a fragile premature baby was born weighing just 3.2 pounds. His chances of survival were heartbreakingly slim, and his family feared the worst. But a dedicated doctor, Dr. Michael Shannon, refused to give up hope. That tiny baby’s name was Chris Trokey. Against all odds, Shannon’s medical expertise, determination, and compassion saved the…

Intimacy is often described as one of the most profound and transformative forms of human connection. When it is shared in a relationship grounded in trust, mutual respect, and genuine care, it nurtures comfort, growth, and lasting closeness between two people. It becomes a safe space where vulnerability is met with kindness, and where both…

Representative Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez (AOC) has long been one of the most recognizable progressive voices in American politics. However, she once again finds herself in the spotlight—not because of her policies or her sharp critiques of political opponents, but because of her personal story and the way she has chosen to present it. For years, she…

When a man demanded that I leave my airplane seat because my granddaughter wouldn’t stop crying, I gathered my belongings, tears streaming down my face. But then, a teenage boy offered me his business-class seat. What happened next made the cruel man’s face go completely pale. I am 65 years old, and the past year…