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Reviews of the political world and its leaders that run the gamut from hot-button issues to laws, from films to press-coverage.
"End of the World"
Every time we are about to vote in the presidential election where Trump is a candidate (third time now, hopefully a charm to get him out of politics), I remember the "End of the World" episode of Trackdown that is eerily similar to our today's reality.
By Lana V Lynxabout a year ago in The Swamp
What The Heck is Wrong With The Harris and Trump Campaigns?
In a political landscape that feels like a never-ending episode of "Survivor," New York Time's critic David Brooks dives into the baffling state of American politics, raising a burning question: Why are the polls as immobile as a deer caught in headlights? And why has the political arena been a 50–50 stalemate for over a decade?
By Scott Christenson🌴about a year ago in The Swamp
The Impact of Interest Rate Cuts on the United States Dollar, Global Markets, and Bitcoin
The Federal Reserve has a number of powerful instruments at its disposal, one of the most important of which is the choice to reduce interest rates. During periods of economic unpredictability, cutting interest rates can be an effective way to boost growth by lowering the costs of borrowing money for both consumers and businesses. There are, however, benefits and drawbacks associated with interest rate reductions, and the ramifications extend beyond the borders of the United States, having an effect on markets throughout the world as well as alternative assets such as Bitcoin. In this essay, we will discuss the benefits and drawbacks of lowering interest rates, with a particular emphasis on the ways in which this affects the economy of the United States, stock markets throughout the world, the United States dollar, and Bitcoin.
By Estalontechabout a year ago in The Swamp
Educational Institutes Leave American Citizens UnEducated
I watched a video today that made me have the ugliest epiphany. I remember my history teacher in middle school getting irate with me. Because I corrected him. I remember an argument where several people of color called me a 'fucking white lying racist bitch,' and verbally assaulted me because I corrected them too. Because they were wrong. I knew they were wrong. But I didn't understand that I was the only one in a sea of people where only a handful of us knew the truth.
By Hope Martin2 years ago in The Swamp
"Of Mice and Men" by John Steinbeck - Book Review
What I liked about it... I was surprised by how much the book "Of Mice and Men" by John Steinbeck resonated with me. When I was in high school I read "The Grapes of Wrath." I really disliked that book at that point in my development and it felt like a large waste of time. However, after reading of "Of Mice and Men," it really struck me in a powerful way.
By Rowan Finley 2 years ago in The Swamp
The Astrology of Joe Biden’s Withdrawal:
The news is out. President Joe Biden has made a bold move, stepping down from the 2024 presidential race. In the swirling chaos of this political season, there's a fascinating backdrop of cosmic influences at play. Here’s a fresh perspective on what the stars might be telling us about this monumental shift.
By lunar astro2 years ago in The Swamp
The Possibility of a Self-Implosion of the Immigrant Chaos in the US
There is a possibility that the chaos caused by immigrants in the United States could self-impplode. The SAVE Act and its implications are discussed. ( The SAVE Act, a proposed law that mandates only U.S. citizens can vote in federal elections, has generated considerable debate and controversy.)
By Estalontech2 years ago in The Swamp
Four Promises/Four Pillars
Both Project 2025 AND The Heritage Foundation Mandate for Leadership The Conservative Promise have four pillars that summarize them. The news and memes mention Four Pillars but, although they are related and intertwined, they are not the same.
By Judey Kalchik 2 years ago in The Swamp
Downtown Clearwater Library is a controversy
I've resided in Clearwater since 2010. I've worked at many places that no longer exist here like the Steak n Shake on U.S. 19 and the little telemarketing office that once employed me near Ulmerton and 66th. I've also worked for places that still do exist like Postcardmania and Clearwater Marine Aquarium. Gandy Beach (the way it was) is gone, transformed into a mangrove preserve. Our Pinellas County public libraries are either improving or vanishing. The Clearwater officials (regarding the downtown library) decided to go with improvements, but the million dollar ampitheater project came with much controversy including the resignation of a mayor.
By Shanon Angermeyer Norman2 years ago in The Swamp
