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No Kings Day
Two disparate scenes—one based on royal tradition and the other in defiant protest—are presented by the political and cultural landscapes of the United States and the United Kingdom in the middle of June 2025. While the United Kingdom observes "Trooping the Colour," a long-standing royal tradition that commemorates the monarch's official birthday, Americans get ready for "No Kings Day," a nationwide demonstration that reflects poorly on their democratic roots.
By Tousif Arafat7 months ago in The Swamp
Altcoin season could be near: Why June can see a 2021-style rally
**Altcoin Season Could Be Near: Why June Can See a 2021-Style Rally** Numerous analysts and investors are beginning to speculate that an altcoin season may be just around the corner as the cryptocurrency market continues to show signs of recovery. The month of June, historically a favorable period for crypto rallies, is shaping up to potentially mirror the explosive growth seen in 2021. The stage may be set for altcoins to take the lead as Bitcoin's strength and dominance plateau. ### What Is the Season for Altcoins? Altcoin season, or "alt season," refers to a period when alternative cryptocurrencies—those other than Bitcoin—outperform the leading digital asset. During this phase, investors rotate capital from Bitcoin into smaller market cap assets in pursuit of higher gains. This is a time when tokens like Ethereum, Solana, Cardano, and a number of smaller-cap projects saw huge returns in a short amount of time. Typically, altcoin seasons follow a strong Bitcoin rally as market participants look for the “next big thing.”
By GLOBAL NEWS8 months ago in The Swamp
Burning Tomorrow to Fund Today
The larger debate over the House-passed HB1 budget has moved to the Senate where another opposing front is complicating the already contentious discussion. While Democratic opposition has remained steady, new resistance is emerging from Republicans over proposed cuts impacting programs designed to assist lower income and seniors that will have a dramatic impact on the constituents of some red state legislators.
By Lanny Newville8 months ago in The Swamp
What I Learned About Youth, Power, and Solidarity at the World Expression Forum (WEXFO)
WORLD EXPRESSION FORUM – LILLEHAMMER, NORWAY What do young people need? After six days of listening, sharing, grieving, and laughing at the World Expression Forum, I think I’m beginning to understand. I recently participated in the World Expression Forum (WEXFO) from May 30 - June 4, 2025, held in both Utøya and Lillehammer, thanks to a nomination from Awareness 360 — a youth-led NGO committed to empowering young people to support and uplift their communities.
By Karina Thyra8 months ago in The Swamp
And the Apocalypse Arrived
Today, I attended CAIS2025, which was kindly offered virtually to those around the world. And the keynote speaker, Emily Drabinski, spoke in her talk "Libraries at the End of the World" about a very meaningful notice I wanted to bring to the public.
By Minte Stara8 months ago in The Swamp
How can anyone govern when opinion is so diverse
How can anyone govern when opinion is so diverse Are humans suitable for government. Population levels in nearly every nation are at their highest ever level. The colossal numbers involved and the diversity of opinion because we now have universal education and media saturation, has made the doctrine that numbers of apparent supporters is a valid reason for control, into a distortion of democracy.
By Peter Rose8 months ago in The Swamp
Send a Texas Ranger and Call It a Day
The above was posted to the official Face Book account of J. Kenneth Blackwell who is a longtime conservative political figure, former Ohio Secretary of State, and self-described Christian nationalist. He served as co-chair of George W. Bush’s 2004 re-election campaign and has remained an outspoken voice in right-wing media. A frequent critic of immigration policy and progressive social movements, Blackwell gained my attention for a post framing Los Angeles protesters as criminal "invaders." This article is a direct response.
By Lanny Newville8 months ago in The Swamp
Think of the Children
Growing up in a library space, I was taught one very important rule by my mother. If I read something that made me uncomfortable, I would come to her. And through my reading journey, I was given access to spaces within the library by her, first directed to the easy readers, then to larger books, and upwards into the teen section. It was an experience I had to engage with books which was very simple: there were just some books which I shouldn't read. Not because the books themselves were necessarily bad, but that I wasn't ready to read them. I had a relationship with my parents which meant they were constantly in the loop about what I was reading.
By Minte Stara8 months ago in The Swamp
