politics
Politics does not dictate our collective cultural mindset as much as it simply reflects it; We've got to look in the mirror sometimes, and we've got one.
The New Silk Road Part 2
Read the first part... CRITICISMS AND CHALLENGES OF THE NEW SILK ROAD Although the New Silk Road has aroused interest and participation from many countries, it has also faced criticism and challenges. Some of the concerns and discussion points are:
The LA Dodgers Are Under Fire For Choosing Not To Invite Drag Performers to Pride Night
Hello everyone! I hope you are all doing great as June is on the horizon. In search for something to write, I went to the news today. Everybody was abuzz about the LA Dodgers. I normally don't follow sports (I think it's a bit boring, in my opinion) but I was intrigued. I found that the Dodgers were going through some trouble as a result of a choice they made, which was uninviting drag performers that were dressed up as 'nuns.'
Speech Does Not Equate Violence
Emotional and Physical Harm The power of speech is indisputable. Words have the potential to soothe or distress, to uplift or deflate, to enlighten or confound. Indeed, the effect of speech can be profound and far-reaching, causing emotional turbulence and psychological stress. However, as we delve into this complex dialogue, it is vital to differentiate between emotional distress and physical harm — a distinction that often blurs when speech is labeled as violence.
Paige HollowayPublished 11 months ago in The SwampFREEDOM OF RUSSIA LEGION
The conflict in Russia's western Belgorod region has entered its second day after a military incursion from Ukraine. Russia has accused Ukrainian armed groups of being responsible and has initiated a terrorism investigation.
Biden rushes back to Washington for debt-ceiling negotiations.
For the debt limit talks, President Biden rushed back to Washington overnight. In a few hours, he will meet with House Speaker Kevin McCarthy at the White House once more.
Gretchen McDuffiePublished 11 months ago in The SwampPresident to Apply "Nutritional Facts Labels" to Foreign Countries
January 20th (Washington, D.C.) – As an emotionally drained and exhausted crowd looked on, the freshly installed President revealed the last of ten Executive Orders to kick off the new administration. People who had expected to attend a party celebrating the first independent leader of the free world since George Washington were shocked to find the Inauguration Ceremony cut short and themselves made witness to the President’s irreversible and world-shattering agenda, one that some are calling reckless and dangerous. But not even disarming America’s nuclear capabilities, pulling troops out of strategic locations around the world, or letting terrorists run free were as thoughtless and perilous as what happened with this final Executive Order.
Battle of Iranian women
Eight months ago, Iran Morality Police arrested a young girl visiting Tehran. Mahsa (Jina) Amini met her death while she was under arrest by the notorious force. Her crime was wearing a mandatory Hijab to loos.
Pouria NazemiPublished 11 months ago in The SwampBrazil
Brazil is the largest country in South America and the fifth largest country in the world by area. It is located in the tropics, and its climate is hot and humid. The country has a population of over 210 million people, making it the fifth most populous country in the world. Brazil is a federal republic, and its capital is Brasília.
Nouman YousafPublished 11 months ago in The SwampExemplary Leadership
The United States has been shaped by a long line of remarkable leaders who have guided the nation through times of triumph and adversity. These presidents, with their vision, courage, and dedication, have left an indelible mark on American history. This article pays tribute to some of the best presidents of the United States, highlighting their significant contributions, leadership qualities, and lasting legacies.
Kenneth ArgüelloPublished 11 months ago in The SwampHow does Brazil plan to navigate a Third World War?
Brazil might appear to be far distant from any genuinely global wars, but the most powerful nation in South America is currently at a turning point that may place it in the sights of either the US or China in a third world war.
Playbook: Bad news for Biden comes in threes
Most recent IN TEXAS — "'We began running': 8 killed in Texas discount shopping center shooting," by AP's Jake Bleiberg and Rebecca Boone … More on the ground from the Dallas Morning News … NYT with a strategy point: "Numerous experts in Texas say they have seen an expansion in spontaneous gunfire since September 2021, when the state started to permit most grown-ups to convey a handgun without a permit."
Samanta SmithPublished 11 months ago in The SwampIs Putin an agent of the West?
Among Western politicians, there has been no singular figure who can be universally recognized as the greatest pro-Western politician or the most ardent supporter of the North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO). However, recent events have prompted European countries to set aside their differences and unite against shared threats.
Bozhan BozhkovPublished 11 months ago in The Swamp