Politics – A necessary evil
Many, maybe even MOST, Americans say they have no interest in politics.
After all, it’s a dirty business and we’re all busy living our lives and taking care of business.
Yet, all Americans 18 and over should VOTE, and voting responsibly means getting a little dirty understanding politics and what politicians have in mind for your future and present life.
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Regarding Constitutional Sheriffs
The Constitutional Sheriff movement, led by county sheriffs in the U.S., challenges federal and state law enforcement authority. Linked to white supremacism, they refuse to enforce laws, fuel election fraud conspiracies, and pose a threat to democracy.
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Machine Guns-R-Us – Part One
Machine guns are illegal in the United States with certain exceptions. Little has changed since 1934 to reduce access to and availability of these weapons.
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Posse Comitatus? What?
The Posse Comitatus Act of 1878, born out of the Reconstruction era, was intended to prevent the use of federal military troops in civil law enforcement. The act inspired a group with the same name, espousing right-wing radicalism and bigotry.
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The Woke War on Christmas
MAGA people can rejoice as the “war on Christmas” is declared won. But throughout history, Puritans, Nazis, and activists have all stirred up controversies heating up December. America’s melting pot of cultures should encourage respect for diverse celebrations.
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Joe Arpaio Is Back
Joe Arpaio, former famous Maricopa County sheriff, cost the county heavily in legal fees. Trump spent his first pardon for Arpaio’s criminal contempt conviction. While Arpaio is now returning to run for mayor of Fountain Hills, the real threat is his endorsement of the constitutional sheriff movement.
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Patriot is a big word
Like other similar words, “patriot” has been co-opted by the far right conservative movement. It happened slowly but the meaning is now stubbornly embedded despite efforts to rescue the word.
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Joe Biden’s Weak Energy Policy
Despite widespread belief that liberal energy policies are causing high gas prices, U.S. oil production is at an all-time high, making the U.S. the world leader. The information is publicly available but not easily accessible, contributing to misconceptions.
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American Rule of Law? Nah!
Speaker of the House Mike Johnson, a staunch ally of Donald Trump, intends to release 44,000 hours of January 6 Capitol security footage and blur the faces of those involved.