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Hypocrisy in Policy: TikTok Bans, Chinese Land Ownership, and the Left’s Selective Outrage
The United States has long grappled with balancing national security, economic interests, and the principles of individual freedom. Recent controversies surrounding the potential banning of TikTok and the rising concern over Chinese land ownership in the U.S. highlight glaring inconsistencies in how these issues are approached. While the Biden administration’s recent actions against TikTok are…
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Media’s Inaccuracy on Trump’s Water Policy Claims: What Really Happened?
Former President Donald Trump’s claims about California’s water management policies have been dismissed or mischaracterized in mainstream media as exaggerated or false. However, a closer look at California’s 2020 lawsuit against Trump’s administration reveals that the core of his criticism—that Governor Gavin Newsom and California officials resisted efforts to ensure adequate water supplies for municipalities—is…
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Whispering Pines, Guiding Light: A Balanced Path for Michigan’s Energy Future
A major new solar initiative in Michigan plans to use around 400 to 500 acres of land, and it aims to generate up to 60 megawatts of clean energy. That is enough to power ten thousand to fifteen thousand homes, which is an exciting leap forward in our quest for renewable resources. Solar power helps…
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Shadows of History: A Deeper Reflection on Modern Authoritarian Tendencies
Throughout the centuries, one community in particular has borne witness to how swiftly a society can move from rhetoric to repression. Hard-earned lessons—etched into collective memory—serve as a harrowing testament to the dangers of centralized authority, popular scapegoating, and unbridled persecution. From biblical times to more recent catastrophes like the Holocaust, these historical experiences underscore…
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Whitmer’s Speed Camera Scam: Flashy Tickets, Empty Logic
The introduction of speed cameras in Michigan work zones, as greenlit by Governor Gretchen Whitmer, is deeply concerning—not because of the increased surveillance, but due to the weak justification and high costs associated with the program. Is this really the best use of taxpayer dollars? While road worker safety is important, let’s not pretend the…
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Financial Mismanagement and Missing Funds in the Kamala Harris 2024 Campaign
The Kamala Harris 2024 presidential campaign faced significant scrutiny due to its reported financial challenges. Despite raising an impressive $2.3 billion, the campaign concluded in debt by approximately $20 million. This financial outcome is particularly perplexing given that the campaign officially spent $1.9 billion, which, on the surface, should have left a surplus of $400…
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Lockheed Martin and the Dangers of Meta’s AI Hand-Off
Lockheed Martin is one of the biggest companies in the defense industry, known for making weapons, military planes, missiles, satellites, and other defense technologies. This company has a lot of influence over the world’s military and government policies. It’s not just a business—it plays a huge role in wars around the world, which means it…
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Abortion in America: A Critical Examination of Disproportionate Impacts and Ethical Concerns
As of 2021, the racial demographics of the United States were: • White (non-Hispanic): 59.3% • Black or African American: 13.6% • Hispanic or Latino: 18.9% • Other races: 8.2% Despite comprising only 13.6% of the population, Black Americans account for a staggering 39.2% of all abortions, as reported by the CDC. This disproportionate impact…
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The Illusion of Safety: How Mass Surveillance Threatens Freedom and Fails to Protect Us
Mass surveillance is often sold to the public as an essential tool for ensuring safety and preventing violent acts. The pitch is simple: more cameras, more data collection, and more government access to private information mean less crime and fewer tragedies. However, the reality paints a starkly different picture. Despite the enormous investment in surveillance…
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The Effects of Inconsistent Days Off on Workers in 24/7 Industries
Some businesses, like hospitals, stores, and factories, need to stay open all day and night. They operate 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. To keep things running smoothly, workers often have different work schedules. Sometimes, their days off are not back-to-back. Having enough rest is very important for workers. It helps them stay…