Stephen Silver

Philadelphia

Assistant Editor at AppleInsider

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Reporter at Backstage

Contributor at Broad Street Review

Contributing Writer at Jewish Telegraphic Agency

Contributing Writer at The Philadelphia Inquirer

Senior Editor at 19FortyFive

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Articles

The Walls Might Be Closing in on Social Security

5 days ago | nationalsecurityjournal.org | Stephen Silver

Key Points and Summary: Older Americans are increasingly worried about the future of Social Security, with a new AP-NORC poll showing rising doubt even among those nearing retirement. -Three in ten adults over 60 are skeptical about benefits being there when needed, notably driven by declining confidence among Democrats.
The Walls Are Closing in on Ron DeSantis

5 days ago | nationalsecurityjournal.org | Stephen Silver

There was a time, less than four years ago, that Ron DeSantis looked as likely as anyone to be the next president of the United States. At a time when Donald Trump had lost the 2020 election, had been indicted, and was down and out, DeSantis looked to many Republicans like a strong alternative.
Trump's Tough Immigration Policies Could Backfire

5 days ago | nationalsecurityjournal.org | Stephen Silver

Key Points – A recent survey by law firm Littler Mendelson reveals that U.S. employers are increasingly worried about staffing challenges posed by the Trump administration’s tough immigration stance. -Around 58% expressed concern over potential staffing shortages due to immigration policies, while 70% expect ICE and DHS enforcement actions to significantly affect their workplaces.
Gavin Newsom Really Looks Like He Wants to Be President

5 days ago | nationalsecurityjournal.org | Stephen Silver

Key Points – California Governor Gavin Newsom, despite not officially entering any presidential race, has positioned himself consistently as a national political figure, sparking speculation he’s aiming for a 2028 presidential run. -A recent poll reveals Californians are evenly split on his job performance, but most voters (54%) feel Newsom is more focused on his presidential aspirations than the state’s current issues.
Fin: Conclave imitates 'Conclave'

5 days ago | stephensilver.substack.com | Stephen Silver

The 2024 film Conclave may not have succeeded in its clear goal of winning lots of Oscars – it won only Best Adapted Screenplay — but it did succeed in influencing the actual, real-life election of a new pope. Before Friday’s election of the new pope, Politico reported that some of the cardinals participating in the conclave had taken inspiration by going to see the film. “Some have watched it in the cinema,” one cleric said.
Into the Past

5 days ago | splicetoday.com | Stephen Silver

Nonnas and Summer of 69, two somewhat slight movies out this week. Nonnas is an earnest, slight, but charming tribute to a succession of Italian-American tropes, from food to grandmothers and the many intersections between the two There’s no mafia angle, except for a number of cast members who were on The Sopranos (Drea De Matteo, Lorraine Bracco, Michael Rispoli) or The Godfather (Talia Shire).
'Slap In the Face': Trump's Poll Numbers Keep Falling

6 days ago | nationalsecurityjournal.org | Stephen Silver

Key Points – President Trump’s approval ratings have notably declined early in his second term, with even the typically favorable Big Data Poll showing a significant drop. -Its May 5th survey placed Trump barely positive at 48% approve vs. 47.4% disapprove, down sharply from January’s highs, indicating his post-inauguration “honeymoon” period has ended.
'I Don't Rule It Out': An 'Impeachment Crisis' For Trump If He Invaded Greenland

6 days ago | nationalsecurityjournal.org | Stephen Silver

Key Points – President Trump’s interest in the US acquiring Greenland persists into his second term, recently stating on “Meet the Press” that Greenland is needed for national security and refusing to rule out force, though calling it “highly unlikely.”-Former National Security Advisor John Bolton decried the idea of military action as grounds for impeachment, despite agreeing on Greenland’s strategic importance.
Filmmakers Carl Fry & Maxwell Nalevansky on Their Cult Comedy Fav 'Rats!' and the Early '00s " LIVING LIFE FEARLESS

6 days ago | livinglifefearless.co | Stephen Silver

Interviewed by:Stephen SilverInterview Date:April 2025Watch RATS!:Apple TVAmazon Prime VideoFandango at Home Rats!, which came out earlier this year, is an anarchic comedy, set in a Texas town in 2007, involving a lot of panic about terrorism, a rampaging cop, a serial killer who cuts off people’s hands, a memorable bathroom brawl, and a whole lot more wild fun. We spoke to the two co-directors of the film, Carl Fry and Maxwell Nalevansky.
'Stack the Deck': Experts Claim Trump Could Have 'Shady' 2028 Midterm Plan

6 days ago | nationalsecurityjournal.org | Stephen Silver

In 2020, Donald Trump lost the presidential election, but claimed that he didn’t. He and his supporters fought that election loss in court, in speeches, in social media speeches, and then with an in-person insurrection at the U.S. Capitol on January 6, 2021. None of that succeeded, and Joe Biden was duly inaugurated that January. But in the years after, Trump continued to insist that he had been robbed in 2020, and to insist that those loyal to him go along with that lie.