Meko James
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"We praise our leaders through echo chambers"
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NO! Not a Thorn Tree.
The last of the leaves are gone, the few rusty soldiers who were bravely hanging on, through wind and rain to the twisted mostly bare branches, have finally fallen in autumn's retreat. Winter is officially here in Wisconsin, and it's safe to assume there will be brutally cold weather for the next three months that will be void of much color and fun. This could be why Christmas and the winter holidays can instill such fondness in the hearts and minds of those who hale from parts of the world that experience the season, which covers and clads Mother Nature in snow. It gives us a colorful and exciting reprieve from the bland and boring winter world, if even just for a short time.
By Meko James 30 days ago in Humans
Help Wanted
AMERICA! Land of the Free, and standing watch upon her shores, is the Statue of Liberty. For almost 140 years, she has proudly stood as a beacon to the World. A symbol of diversity, democracy, and opportunity, believed by many, to only exist in the "Great" United States. The idea for the statue was conceived in 1865, when the French historian and abolitionist Édouard de Laboulaye proposed a monument to commemorate the upcoming centennial of U.S. independence (1876), and the eradication of slavery, with the Union's Civil War victory. However, war in Europe and difficulty in raising funds for the project would see it take almost 20 years for sculptor Frédéric Auguste Bartholdi's, and civil engineer Gustave Eiffel's statue to be completed and erected on U.S. soil.
By Meko James about a month ago in History
The Epstein Files Fiasco:
Picture this: March 2025, the MAGA faithful, freshly into a new administration, are strutting out of the White House, practically skipping like kids in a candy store. Why, you ask? Because they’re clutching the Epstein Files like they just won the lottery. “Justice is coming!” they chant jubilantly, as if they were in a poorly scripted superhero movie. Attorney General, Pam Bondi, in a separate interview displaying a smirk that could rival the Cheshire Cat, declares to the cameras, “You’re gonna want to stay tuned, America. The truth is about to drop, and heads are going to roll, because the Epstein Files and reports are on my desk!"
By Meko James 6 months ago in The Swamp
George Washington:
On July 9, 1755, a pivotal moment in American history unfolded, one that would soon shape the legacy of a young man named George Washington. At just 23 years old, Washington found himself amidst the chaos of the French and Indian War, where his actions would earn him the respect and admiration of his peers and set the stage for his future as a brilliant military leader.
By Meko James 6 months ago in History
Thomas Jefferson
Thomas Jefferson's life was a pivotal chapter in the shaping of the United States, marked by profound intellectual contributions, complex personal relationships, and enduring political legacies. His journey to penning the Declaration of Independence was rooted in the growing discontent with British rule and a burgeoning belief in self-governance and natural rights. As a brilliant young Virginian lawyer and statesman, Jefferson emerged as a powerful voice for colonial rights. The Declaration of Independence primarily his work, was a revolutionary document that articulated the philosophy of natural rights—life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness—and the right of the people to reject governments that violate these rights; and to this very day, those are the things society most debate as to who and how those rights apply. It laid the philosophical groundwork for American independence and deeply influenced democratic movements worldwide.
By Meko James 6 months ago in The Swamp
I See You
The sun pinned high in the clear, cloudless blue sky, casting a warm glow over Southern California. A proud looking golden retriever trotted joyfully beside its owner, their shared adventures a testament to freedom and companionship. Every afternoon, they wandered through the familiar streets, the gentle breeze carried the air of life’s simple pleasures. Yet today, a heavier truth lingered in the air.
By Meko James 7 months ago in Humans
America's 2nd Independence
I'm enjoying this Juneteenth holiday and because it falls on a Thursday, it contributes to what will be a four-day weekend, and some much needed time away from work. But, what is Juneteenth? Why is it important? And who can we recognize for this holiday, that draws our attention to a most significant day in U.S History? A day we should consider as, America's 2nd Independence, as it commemorates the official end of Slavery in the United States. Texas was the last state to holdout, and didn't abolish slavery until June 19, 1865, a long two & a half years after Lincoln's September 22, 1862 Emancipation Proclamation that declared all slaves in the Confederate States free on January 1, 1863.
By Meko James 7 months ago in Humans
The Great Depression:
Introduction The Great Depression was a significant and harrowing chapter in American history, reshaping the economy, society, and government. It serves as a stark reminder of how interconnected our financial systems are and how the decisions we make today can echo through time. Alarmingly, many of the factors that contributed to the Great Depression are resurfacing in our current climate. This essay will highlight the causes of the Great Depression and draw parallels to contemporary issues, including government deregulation, corruption, the glorification of wealth, and the rise of exclusionary purity movements. With only 4 years away from the 100th anniversary of the beginning of the Great Depression, it behoves us to take a serious sociopolitical look at the parallels of today that have us headed unavoidably to our next one.
By Meko James 7 months ago in The Swamp
