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Nancy Pelosi Isn't Here for Trump
"Nancy Pelosi is a badass." That sentiment is flashing across Facebook and Twitter feeds around the world right now. On January 16, Pelosi let Trump know that she would be cutting off his big State of the Union speech if the government remained closed. Trump decided that throwing a tantrum and canceling Pelosi's trip to see the troops in a combat area was the right way to deal with her. It has backfired and Pelosi is now regaining the respect of Democrats and more moderate Republicans alike.
By Edward Anderson7 years ago in The Swamp
BREXIT: Why Extending Article 50 Isn't Going to Happen
The Withdrawal Agreement was voted down on January 15, 2019 in the House of Commons by a record margin of 202 to 432, the largest defeat in Parliamentary history. Following this, a no confidence motion tabled by leader of the opposition Jeremy Corbyn failed to unseat Prime Minister Theresa May by a narrow margin of 325 to 306 against, securing (for now) the Conservative Party as the leading force in Parliament for the negotiation of Britain’s exit from the European Union.
By Tom Stock7 years ago in The Swamp
Do People Realize We Are in Charge?
We have come to live in a world where we are beholden to the government. It should not be this way, the government should be beholden to us, but we have seriously lost our way in this country. Our leadership has become used to living off the people and expecting it. The problem with this is they have become accustomed to living the high life and never having to be held accountable for anything. Capital Hill comes and goes with their everyday lives and we are oblivious to the fact that is ruining the chances we have to ever have equality among the classes in this country.
By Bradley Perry7 years ago in The Swamp
The Pop Face of Politics
Full disclosure, this may become a book at some point. The research involved was extensive and well worth it. Also, the feud between the people involved is not going to die away like a pop song after a few weeks at the top of the charts. Cardi B broke onto the national stage last year with her hit single "Bodak Yellow" and followed it up with a string of #1 rap songs that still hasn't ended. Lady Gaga has been around for a while longer and also has a string of hits, and is currently winning awards for her first movie performance in A Star is Born. Outside of being born in New York City (The Bronx for Cardi B, Manhattan for Gaga), these ladies are feuding with high profile Conservatives and the result is an interesting mix of politics and pop culture.
By Edward Anderson7 years ago in The Swamp
Pavlovian Politics
BRYCE ON POLITICS Conditioned responses by the Democrats are intensifying. Click for AUDIO VERSION. We have all seen people on both sides of the political aisle use catch phrases routinely in response to political topics, but it seems the Democrats have honed this skill to razor sharpness. For example, in her recent "60 Minutes" interview, Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez (D-NY) was asked by Anderson Cooper if she thought President Trump was a racist, to which her reflexive response was,
By Tim Bryce7 years ago in The Swamp
What Would Theresa May Give to Deliver ANY Sort of Brexit?
On Saturday, January 19, 2019, a car bomb blew up in Derry, Northern Ireland. It hasn't taken long for the Troubles to start up again, with a firelighter held by UK PM Theresa May.
By Laura McBride7 years ago in The Swamp
Why America Is Tired of the Political in Fighting
On January 7, the President of the United States, President Donald J. Trump, laid out his proposal for the safety and security of the southern border of this nation, to open the government back up. I know many people say it was one-sided. He said give me the wall and I'll open the government back up, and they said open the government back and we'll think about the wall. But it was much much, more than that. There were a few things he a was able to accomplish.
By Bradley Perry7 years ago in The Swamp
Bryan Watch (Pt. 2)
Bryan Watch—Jan 14-18 The House of Representatives cast 14 votes the week of January 14-17. Eight were party line and six were non-party line. Steil voted with the Republican line every time this week.
By John Heckenlively7 years ago in The Swamp
Nathan Phillips: A Beacon of Hope
In light of recent events, I want to take a step back, acknowledge and applaud Nathan Phillips. Vietnam veteran. Omaha elder. Keeper of the secret pipe. Water Protector at Standing Rock. Tribal member of the Omaha Nation.
By Paulina Pachel7 years ago in The Swamp
Brexit Deal and Confidence Votes Yield Little Surprise
This week has been another of frustration and chaos for the UK’s Brexit plans. It started with Theresa May’s deal being roundly trounced in the House of Commons on Tuesday, a vote of confidence on Wednesday and confirmation that the Prime Ministers "plan B" will be brought to MP’s in less than two weeks.
By Patrick Hollis7 years ago in The Swamp
The Sixth Amendment
The Sixth Amendment covers the right to a trial by jury, and the right to having representation in an expedited public trial. Jail time means being supported by public expense, so it makes sense to have a speedy trial as a constitutional right. Some people, however, will wind up in jail no matter what they do. The right to a fair trial is a fundamental right covered by the Bill of Rights.
By Iria Vasquez-Paez7 years ago in The Swamp
Why the Gillette Commercial Is Important
The recent project released by shaving company Gillette, "We Believe: The Best Men Can Be," has fallen under a ridiculous amount of scrutiny since it's debut on January 13, 2019. The aim of the project was to make a public statement regarding domestic abuse, bullying, and many other prevalent issues in our society. It brings up how certain societal/cultural influences can contribute to these issues, and how men often have a major role in both it's prevalence, and it's prevention.
By J. P. Frattini7 years ago in The Swamp