Tawsif Anam

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Tawsif Anam is writer, podcaster, and an award-winning public policy professional. He is an immigrant from Bangladesh, and now a United States citizen. Tawsif Anam’s writings have appeared in USA Today, Washington Examiner, The Washington Times, The Boston Globe, The Western Journal, Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, Milwaukee Journal Sentinel, Wisconsin State Journal, The Capital Times, and more. Tawsif comments on a wide range of topics, ranging from current affairs in politics to various issues affecting society and culture. Visit www.tawsifanam.net to learn more.

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Tawsif Anam

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Latest episode

Jul 8, 2026

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Former Harlem prison as migrant shelter, and peacekeepers in Chicago 28.05.2023

Share your thoughts and comments by sending me a text message S.6 E.31 Reportedly, a former prison in Harlem will soon be used to house migrants in the state of New York. Also, the government deployed peacekeepers in Chicago over the long weekend. In this episode, I discuss the border crisis, migrant housing crisis in New York, as well as the public safety issues in Chicago. ABOUT: Tawsif Anam is...

New York City: Where common sense does not make sense 26.05.2023

Share your thoughts and comments by sending me a text message S.6 E.30 New York City leaders designated the city as a "sanctuary city." There is a "right to shelter" law in New York City. However, as migrants keep arriving in the city, there is an effort to pause the "right to shelter" law. Did New York City overpromise when it embraced the "sanctuary city"...

Will asylum-seekers really be housed at Wilbur Wright College in Chicago? 25.05.2023

Share your thoughts and comments by sending me a text message S.6 E.29 Reportedly, there is a proposal to house up to 400 asylum-seekers at Wilbur Wright College in Chicago. Many residents from the area are not happy about this plan. Is this a temporary housing plan, or will this be a long-term housing arrangement? In this podcast episode, I discuss this matter. ABOUT: Tawsif Anam is a nationally...

Migrant housing crisis in sanctuary city, and a new warning about social media 24.05.2023

Share your thoughts and comments by sending me a text message S.6 E.28 New York City is a sanctuary city. But the city appears unable to handle the pressure caused by the arrival of tens of thousands of migrants who entered the country by crossing the southern border. In this episode, I discuss the migrant crisis, as well as the 2024 presidential election, and also a new warning about social media...

Is it fair to house migrants in college dorms? 23.05.2023

Share your thoughts and comments by sending me a text message S.6 E.27 There is a proposal to house migrants, who crossed the southern border to enter the United States, in college dorms in New York. In this episode I discuss whether or not it is fair to house migrants in college dorms. I also talk about recent U.S. News and World Report rankings for the best states and cities in the United States...

Space shortage in sanctuary city, and an effort to ban chocolate milk 22.05.2023

Share your thoughts and comments by sending me a text message S.6 E.26 New York City, also known as a sanctuary city for migrants, seems to be running out of space to house migrants. On the other hand, the Biden administration is trying to ban chocolate milk for elementary and middle school students. In this episode, I discuss these issues. ABOUT: Tawsif Anam is a nationally published writer, awar...

Sanctuary cities, busloads of migrants, and the possibility of power shortages 21.05.2023

Share your thoughts and comments by sending me a text message S.6 E.25 Is New York City truly a sanctuary city? Why is New York City trying to push the migrants out to other surrounding counties? In this episode, I discuss the crisis at the US-Mexico border and the importance of border security. I also talk about the Biden administration's push for green energy and the possibility of power sh...

A prediction for the 2024 presidential election 13.05.2023

Share your thoughts and comments by sending me a text message S.6 E.24 Busloads of migrants from the southern border are going to New York City and Chicago and it is a real test of these cities' "sanctuary" status. Many in Bangladesh are risking their lives to capture images and videos on the beach as Cyclone Mocha makes its way to the coastal areas of this heavily populated country...

Migrant housing on NYC streets and state of emergency in Chicago 11.05.2023

Share your thoughts and comments by sending me a text message S.6 E.23 Reportedly, streets in New York City may be shut down to house migrants. Also, there is a state of emergency in Chicago. And hardworking Americans are living paycheck to paycheck. In this episode, I discuss some crucial current topics pertaining to immigration and the economy. ABOUT: Tawsif Anam is a nationally published writer...

Wildfire in Canada, cyclone in Bangladesh, and declining test scores in US 10.05.2023

Share your thoughts and comments by sending me a text message S.6 E.22 There is wildfire in Canada. There is a risk of a major cyclone in Bangladesh. In the United States, the border crisis continues. I discuss these topics, as well as some recent updates regarding children’s test scores in the United States. ABOUT: Tawsif Anam is a nationally published writer, award-winning public policy professi...

King’s coronation in UK, inflation in US, and earthquake in Bangladesh 08.05.2023

Share your thoughts and comments by sending me a text message S.6 E.21 In this podcast episode, I talk about a historic event in the United Kingdom, the ongoing challenges of hard-working Americans because of inflation, and the recent earthquake in Bangladesh. I also discuss an update regarding the presidential election. ABOUT: Tawsif Anam is a nationally published writer, award-winning public pol...

Crisis in Milwaukee, lawlessness in NYC, and absurdity in California 01.05.2023

Share your thoughts and comments by sending me a text message S.6 E.20 The city of Milwaukee is in a big financial crisis; the state of New York is moving forward to ban natural gas; and California is banning the sale of new diesel trucks soon. In Texas, there is an effort to impose a hefty fee on electric vehicle drivers. In this episode, I discuss these issues from around the country. ABOUT: Taw...

Pied Piper in Boston, Canadian men in pink heels, and harmful laternfly 28.04.2023

Share your thoughts and comments by sending me a text message S.6 E.19 Rats have taken over the city of Boston and now some are calling for a "rat czar" to solve the rat infestation problems. In Canada, male lawmakers chose to wear pink heels. Experts are reporting that the lanternfly is causing havoc in the United States. In this episode, I discuss these issues, the American presidentia...

Here's what President Joe Biden should do 23.04.2023

Share your thoughts and comments by sending me a text message S.6 E.18 Reportedly, President Joe Biden is going to announce his re-election campaign soon. So far, his administration has a long list of failures--border crisis, energy crisis, inflation, etc. In this episode, I talk about what President Joe Biden should do as he considers running for re-election. ABOUT: Tawsif Anam is a nationally pu...

What each said: Mayor-elect Brandon Johnson, author Marianne Williamson, and Mayor Francis Suarez 19.04.2023

Share your thoughts and comments by sending me a text message S.6 E.17 Mayor-elect Brandon Johnson reacted to the recent chaos in Chicago. Marianne Williamson made a comment about President Joe Biden. And Mayor Francis Suarez talked about the possibility of running for president. I discuss these, and more, in this episode. ABOUT: Tawsif Anam is a nationally published writer, award-winning public p...

Chicago's Teen Takeover, Boston Public Schools' error, and more 17.04.2023

Share your thoughts and comments by sending me a text message S.6 S.16 "Teen Takeover" in Chicago has caused havoc in the city. Boston Public Schools made a major error in students' GPA calculations. Many people are reportedly depending on tax refunds to replenish their depleted savings. I discuss these, as well as some new updates pertaining to the race for the office of the presid...

Newsom in red states, legislators switching parties, homeownership under attack, etc. 12.04.2023

Share your thoughts and comments by sending me a text message S.6 E.15 Is President Joe Biden running for re-election? Why did Governor Gavin Newsom visit red states? Is there a new trend of people switching political parties? Is homeownership under attack in the United States? In this episode, I discuss these and more. ABOUT: Tawsif Anam is a nationally published writer, award-winning public poli...

Election and political updates from WI, NC, IL, and more 06.04.2023

Share your thoughts and comments by sending me a text message S.6 E.14 In this podcast episode, I discuss the outcome of the race for Wisconsin Supreme Court, the Chicago mayoral race, and recent political updates from North Carolina. Also, I mention Robert F. Kennedy Jr.'s entry into the race for the White House while talking about the upcoming presidential election. ABOUT: Tawsif Anam is a...

San Francisco, Social Security, presidential election, and more 04.04.2023

Share your thoughts and comments by sending me a text message S.6 E.13 San Francisco continues to suffer from widespread crime and the lack of strong leadership. The Social Security program is projected to become insolvent in a decade.  Wisconsinites will vote to decide the winner in the race for the state's Supreme Court. The country is watching the latest political developments as we head t...

Elections, tigers, Blockbuster, and ultramassive black hole 30.03.2023

Share your thoughts and comments by sending me a text message S.6 E.12 The race for the Wisconsin Supreme Court is heating up. People are also wondering about the presidential election next year. In this episode, I discuss the recent political issues, as well as the recent news of tigers escaping from a wild animal safari park, speculation about Blockbuster, and the recent discovery of an ultramas...

Tents in Oregon, small houses in California, but where's the real solution? 17.03.2023

Share your thoughts and comments by sending me a text message S.6 E.11 Activists are reportedly building tents in Portland, and Governor Gavin Newsom pledged to build 1200 small houses in California. But what about addressing the root causes of homelessness and discussing real solutions? In this episode, I talk about the homelessness crisis and discuss other economic issues facing the United State...

Banking crisis, proposed tax increase, and the Academy Awards 13.03.2023

Share your thoughts and comments by sending me a text message S.6 E.10 In this episode, I discuss the ongoing issue of illegal immigration, the new crisis surrounding the Silicon Valley Bank and its impact on consumers, the Biden administration's proposed tax increase, as well as the Academy Awards. ABOUT: Tawsif Anam is a nationally published writer, award-winning public policy professional,...

Tragedy in Mexico, crises in Atlanta and NYC, and living 100 years 09.03.2023

Share your thoughts and comments by sending me a text message S.6 E9 In this episode, I discuss a recent tragedy that took place in Mexico and the ongoing public safety crises in Atlanta and New York City. I also talk about a recent blog post regarding writing a letter to 100-year-old self.  ABOUT: Tawsif Anam is a nationally published writer, award-winning public policy professional, and speaker....

CPAC straw poll, the Greater Idaho Movement, and more 05.03.2023

Share your thoughts and comments by sending me a text message S.6 E.8 November 2024 is still far away, but what does the Conservative Political Action Conference straw poll results say about who has the momentum in the race for the White House right now? In this episode, I also talk about the Greater Idaho Movement and its impact on people. I also mention the ongoing issue of train derailments. AB...

Shortages in UK, train derailments in US, and bright planets in the night sky 03.03.2023

Share your thoughts and comments by sending me a text message S.6 E.7 It is hard to find tomatoes in the United Kingdom, according to recent news reports. Shortages have resulted in panic among consumers, and there is rationing. In the United States, recent train derailments are also making people worried. In this episode, I discuss these important issues, as well as the recent sighting of Venus a...

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