history
Past politicians, legislation and political movements have changed the course of history in ways both big and small. Welcome to our blast to the past.
Elderly Need Not Apply
Across all political affiliations, beliefs, dogmas, and voting patterns, "79% of Americans favor maximum age limits for elected officials". This is according to a Pew Research Center "survey conducted July 10-16, 2023, among 8,480 adults, [and]... June 5-11, 2023, among 5,115 adults". To put it simply:
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It’s Black History Month
It’s Black History Month. “I don't even know what that means.” I took this previous sentence from a mostly white oriented film, Blades of Glory (2007) that made the phrase ever more popular in the culture. The phrase found its way on a hip hop song with the clean title, “In Paris” by Shawn “JAY Z” Carter and the artist formerly known as Kanye West, Ye.
Skyler SaundersPublished 2 months ago in The Swamp Socialism needs the people to be downtrodden
Socialism needs people to be downtrodden. Socialism needs dis-satisfaction. If the general population is reasonably content with life, then socialists will not win elections, they know this and so they seek to cause discontent. If they cannot persuade the population that they are all poor and illtreated, then they encourage mass immigration to bring in people more likely to believe their message.
Peter RosePublished 2 months ago in The SwampPeru-Ecuador War Explained
October 7th (Lima, Peru) — In a joint press release, the United States Supervisors of Foreign Relations and Safety and Security announced a nearly $250 million sale of military-grade weapons and equipment to Peru to be used as part of the country's ongoing war effort with ModRE in Ecuador. This action takes place despite growing domestic and international criticism about how Peru has been conducting their retaliatory mission after ModRE paramilitary forces undertook a surprise storm attack across the border that resulted in the systematic slaughter, rape, and defilement of thousands of unprepared Peruvians and surrounding property. Hundreds of mostly civilians were also taken captive and are still being held within Ecuadorian territory.
Keep Your Gaze and Your Grace Fixed On Palestine
Sometimes, writers become sufficiently enraged and distraught to such a degree that they cannot write effectively or coherently worth a damn.
The Dani WriterPublished 2 months ago in The SwampAmerican Democracy’s “Customer Satisfaction Problem”
Introduction You know the old adage that it is “all in how you phrase things?” This is a bit of wisdom that holds true, whether we are talking about personal or professional relationships or yes, marketing!
David WyldPublished 3 months ago in The SwampFrench News Outlet Trolls Captain Ibrahim Traoré; He Can Appoint The Family Dog He's Doing Better Than Prior Leaders Combined
Friday, 5 January 2023 By: TB Obwoge During the course of my day, I read news from more African countries than I can count. During the end of the week, anyone that I've missed I go back and read from those countries I've missed.
IwriteMywrongsPublished 3 months ago in The SwampEverything Donald Trump Accomplished as President of the United States
Donald Trump's presidency was a tumultuous era in American politics, marked by a myriad of accomplishments and controversies. From his successful business ventures to his unconventional political ascent, Trump's presidency left a significant impact on the nation. Let's delve into the various aspects of his tenure and evaluate the accomplishments that defined his time in office.
Timothy A RowlandPublished 3 months ago in The SwampWhy, When, and How was the Republican Party Formed in the United States
Introduction The birth of the Republican Party stands as a monumental moment in American political history. Understanding its roots involves delving into the rich tapestry of the nation's past and the fervent ideological undercurrents that shaped its inception.
Timothy A RowlandPublished 3 months ago in The SwampPolitical Standings Not Withstanding
A Message of Unity in Modern Political Division Across the United States, the country is divided by political views and beliefs. The level of division that currently exists in 2023, in fact, has not been seen in many decades, maybe even centuries. It could be argued that the USA has not been this divided since the days leading up to the civil war.
Timothy A RowlandPublished 3 months ago in The SwampColorado Removes Trump from Ballad
For those who may have missed the news, a story was reported on by Newsmax telling how the state of Colorado has removed Donald Trump from the ballot for the 2024 Presidential election1. Not surprising since only 40% or so of the state is Republican. At least for now. This may increase that number.
Timothy A RowlandPublished 3 months ago in The SwampYOUTUBE
**YouTube: A Journey from Inception to Global Dominance** YouTube, the behemoth of online video streaming, has come a long way since its humble beginnings. Established in February 2005 by three former PayPal employees—Chad Hurley, Steve Chen, and Jawed Karim—YouTube has evolved into a cultural phenomenon that has reshaped the way we consume and share content.