finance
Money talks; reviewing the global economy, government spending, taxes, and economic policy that affect our social and political future.
Stockton Shooting
The city of Stockton, California is once again in the national spotlight following a tragic Stockton shooting that has left residents searching for answers and demanding action. As communities across the country grapple with the rise in mass shooting incidents, Stockton finds itself facing another heartbreaking episode that adds to the growing concern about public safety and gun violence.
By KAMRAN AHMAD3 months ago in The Swamp
'We Ain't Buying It!' Boycott is this weekend
The 'We Ain't Buying It!' boycott is scheduled to be this weekend from Black Friday until Cyber Monday (Friday, November 28 to Monday, December 1). The goal of this blackout is to temporarily stand up against major corporations that are enabling the Trump Administration. Instead, money during this time period will be spent on items being sold by local small businesses.
By Adrian Holman4 months ago in The Swamp
Southeast Asia is Inching Towards BRICS
In January 2025, Indonesia made its move and stepped into BRICS, the club of heavyweight emerging economies led by Brazil, Russia, India, China, and South Africa. Not long after, Malaysia, Thailand, and Vietnam came aboard as partner countries. Now Myanmar, Cambodia, and Laos are hovering near the door, trying to decide if they want to follow. If they all go for it, seven of ASEAN’s ten members will have ties to BRICS — a big shift for a region that’s spent decades insisting it wouldn’t pick a side in the tug-of-war between Washington and Beijing.
By Lawrence Lease4 months ago in The Swamp
Google's 2025 Holiday Gift Predictions
Google's 2025 Holiday Gift Predictions: The Future of Gifting As the holiday season draws near, consumers are eagerly anticipating the latest trends in gifting. Google's 2025 holiday gift predictions are poised to transform the gifting paradigm. Technological advancements and evolving consumer behaviors are reshaping the gifting landscape at an unprecedented rate.
By abualyaanart4 months ago in The Swamp
College Student Pretends to Be A Trump Supporter for College Funds
This is one of the most hilarious and smartest stories I have ever read. A Black College Student was showing her support for Trump until her family cut her off and cut her tuition money with nowhere to turn to she turned to social media with the maga family donating her funds on Gofundme until a shocking revelation shows that she never really actually supported Trump.
By Gladys W. Muturi4 months ago in The Swamp
Government Shutdown 2025: Senate Reaches a Deal to Reopen the Government
After weeks of tension, uncertainty, and political standoff, the government shutdown 2025 appears to be nearing an end. Following a heated round of negotiations, the U.S. Senate has voted in favor of a bipartisan deal to reopen the federal government, bringing much-needed relief to millions of Americans impacted by the prolonged closure.
By KAMRAN AHMAD4 months ago in The Swamp
No Buy or Work Boycott Happening on Cyber Monday And Black Friday
Have you guys heard about the purchase boycott that's going to happen this year? People sleep on sidewalks to get into their favorite department stores starting at midnight, in snow and cold. They fight each other for the last expensive toy on the shelf. They trample cashiers. And on Cyber Monday, they clog the cloud with bank transfers and bank transfers. Guys. The first thing I need you to understand, before I explain the boycott. is the following:
By Hope Martin4 months ago in The Swamp
