As a substitute of utilizing their energy and platform to do actually the rest to assist the folks in Arkansas, four Republican state lawmakers have proposed a invoice to erect a statue to unborn fetuses on capitol grounds in Little Rock that would memorialize “the lives misplaced” earlier than the Supreme Court docket overturned Roe v. Wade.
“As a memorial to the lives misplaced from 1973 to 2022 because of the selections of the US Supreme Court docket, and as a continuing reminder of our responsibility to guard the life of each harmless human particular person, regardless of how younger or previous, or how helpless and susceptible that particular person could also be, it’s the intent of the Common Meeting of the State of Arkansas to enact the Monument to Unborn Youngsters Show Act … and the Monument to Unborn Youngsters Show Fund,” the laws states.
State Rep. Kim Hammer (R) proposed the invoice, and three of his colleagues cosponsored it: Tyler Dees, John Peyton and Mary Bentley. The statue could be known as the “Monument for the Unborn.”
Nevermind that Arkansas has just lately been ranked one of many worst states within the nation for general “little one well-being” in a 2022 examine that measures components like schooling and psychological well being, and the life expectancy amongst adults within the state is among the many worst within the nation attributable to larger charges of illness and suicide. Additionally, nevermind that overturning Roe didn’t finish abortion in Arkansas or wherever else—it simply made the scenario extra depressing and harmful for individuals who don’t need to be pregnant.
It’s no secret, at this level, that the “pro-life” motion provides zero shits concerning the well being or life high quality of individuals as soon as they’re born and that their supposedly ethical concern for fetuses is actually solely about controlling girls. However to erect a post-Roe v. Wade victory statue to brag about your win for “life,” if you’re not even pretending to care concerning the dwelling folks in your state, is a complete new degree of hypocrisy.
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Arkansas State University named Latika Johnson as the new director of its Multicultural Center, officials announced Thursday.
The Multicultural Center, housed in the Carl R. Reng Student Union, provides “social, cultural, educational and leadership opportunities with specific attention to the needs of underrepresented and marginalized students,” according to the university’s website.
“Our…
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Even though the film festival season in Arkansas is over until next year, there are still plenty of film-related events. Last week, there were two such events, one in Northwest Arkansas at the Crystal Bridges Museum of American Art and the other taking place outdoors at a flower farm outside…
After three weeks standing on the verge of bowl eligibility, Arkansas football has its best opportunity to secure a spot in college football’s postseason this weekend against Louisiana Tech.
The Razorbacks (5-5) will host the Bulldogs (4-6) on Saturday (3 p.m., SECN+). Twenty players are projected to take part in Senior Day festivities as Arkansas closes out its home schedule in 2024.
The Hogs are coming off back-to-back losses inside Reynolds Razorback Stadium, most recently falling to Texas 20-10. Arkansas’ offense couldn’t muster enough production across the first two quarters as a comeback bid fell short against the Longhorns.
Louisiana Tech, meanwhile, is coming off its biggest win of the season. The Bulldogs beat conference rival Western Kentucky 12-7, knocking the Hilltoppers out of first place in Conference USA.
Here are four things to watch and a score prediction for Saturday’s contest between Arkansas and Louisiana Tech.
The best way to prevent an upset is to eliminate any hope. Arkansas didn’t do that against UAB in September, and the Razorbacks came out of the gates slow last year in this same spot against FIU. They eventually won both games, but the final scores were closer than desired.
“We’re trying to live up to the Arkansas standard, and that results in executing on the field. And if we don’t live up to that, then we’re going to see a similar slow start,” Arkansas offensive lineman Josh Braun said. “So that’s what we’re focused on this week, just starting fast and playing our brand of football.”
This is arguably the biggest key for Arkansas every weekend. The Razorbacks are 0-5 when they lose the turnover battle this season, and two costly giveaways spoiled any chance at an upset last week against Texas.
Fortunately for Arkansas, Louisiana Tech ranks 111th in the country in turnover margin. The Bulldogs are averaging nearly two turnovers a game, so this might be an opportune matchup for the Hogs’ defense.
The Bulldogs have struggled on the ground all season, and they’ve won both games in which they rushed for more than 150 yards. By contrast, they are 2-6 when held under that mark.
Arkansas’ running defense has been strong throughout the year. Only two opponents have averaged more than 4 yards per carry, and the Razorbacks should be able to keep Louisiana Tech running backs Omiri Wiggins and Amani Givens in check.
On the flip side, Arkansas needs to commit to running the football early and stay vigilant with Ja’Quinden Jackson. Relying on the pass too heavily proved a mistake in the first half against Texas, and look for Bobby Petrino to adjust.
Edwards, a senior wide receiver, is by far Louisiana Tech’s most dangerous weapon. He has four games this season with more than 100 yards receiving and leads the team with six touchdowns.
He’s a big-play threat who will require the full focus of the Arkansas defense. The Razorbacks’ secondary will try to maintain its momentum after holding Quinn Ewers and Isaiah Bond in check last week.
Louisiana Tech is better than its record indicates, but there is still a gulf in talent between the two rosters. If Arkansas handles its own business and avoids sloppy turnovers, it should have no problem securing bowl eligibility Saturday. An upset loss would be unacceptable. Arkansas 38, Louisiana Tech 13.
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