opinion
Opinion pieces from the left, right, and everyone in between.
Secret Underground Base in New Mexico: Legend
Throughout American history, there are always those who claim that aliens exist. To be even more specific, ufologists claim that extraterrestrials exist and experiment on humans in undisclosed secret locations. However, one secret location is said to be underneath the Archuleta Mesa in Dulce, New Mexico.
By sara burdickabout a year ago in The Swamp
Deafening silence: Where is the Hindu rights champion, the BJP government, now?
Deafening silence: Where is the Hindu rights champion, the BJP government, now? After tumultuous recent protests in Dhaka, Sheikh Hasina has finally resigned, but a state of anarchy has ensued. An unruly mob is attacking members and allies of the former government, and unexpectedly, some Hindus in Bangladesh have also come in the line of fire as soft targets. In this precarious situation, it is essential to calm the mob and establish a humanitarian corridor for the persecuted individuals to ensure their safe exit and that goal can never be achieved without the aid of neighboring countries.
By Khawaja@vocalabout a year ago in The Swamp
Labour's Migration Plan: Small Dividends?
Sir Keir Starmer called the Rwanda Plan "Dead and buried". The Rwanda Plan was the Tory government's plan to deal with migrant boaters sailing across the channel in overloaded dinghies. The plan was to fly out so many migrants to the African nation of Rwanda. On coming to power, Sir Keir was as good as his word, he scrapped the scheme and saved money. Mr. Starmer said the money would be redirected into Labour's plan to deal with migrants.
By Nicholas Bishopabout a year ago in The Swamp
Broken, Busted, Done and Dusted, UK.. Content Warning.
When David Cameron came to power in 2010 he described the country as 'Broken Britain'. After 14 years of Tory misrule, the country remains even more fractured. The four nations that make up the UK apart from England have their parliaments and assemblies. This idea started under Blair and Brown giving the nations of the UK in a democratic vote, the choice to have their autonomy. The vote came back yes, overwhelmingly. So Scotland, Wales, and Northern Ireland voted to have their parliaments and assemblies. They then have the right to make their decisions on many things.
By Nicholas Bishopabout a year ago in The Swamp
Female Democrat or Male Republican?
I wasn't going to touch on politics for awhile, but with only two more months until election day it seems like I can't avoid it. I had been inspired briefly by the Republicans and Trump while I considered reestablishing my voting privilege (an option I have) so that I could responsibly take part in the democratic process. The me I was a decade ago would have no doubts about doing that and would think it my honor and my duty to vote. The me today is trying not to laugh at how both candidates are the most ridiculous I've ever seen.
By Shanon Angermeyer Normanabout a year ago in The Swamp
Early sunsets...
15AUG2024; 2142, THU– Baltimore, MD, USA Blessed evening to any and all; except for those who are just fessing whilst thieving (i.e.– majority of our elected "representatives"). You lot can eat hefty sandwiches; from someone's backyard somewhere, please and thank you.
By Nefarious Darriusabout a year ago in The Swamp
Floyd Shivambu's Shocking Exit: EFF Deputy President Resigns Amid Explosive VBS Scandal
In South Africa's turbulent political theater, few entities have ignited as much fervor as the Economic Freedom Fighters (EFF). Since its inception in 2013, the EFF has positioned itself as a vanguard of radical economic reform, drawing both staunch allies and vocal critics. Yet, the party now finds itself in a maelstrom, with the VBS Mutual Bank scandal intensifying and Floyd Shivambu’s sudden resignation thrusting the leadership into disarray. This development casts a long shadow over the party's future, raising questions about its direction and stability.
By David Snamabout a year ago in The Swamp
US Deploys Sub and Aircraft Carrier.. Content Warning.
Since the death of a Hezbollah commander and a Hamas leader Ismail Haniyeh, Israel has been expecting a massive revenge attack either from Hezbollah or Iran or both. With that in mind, the US has (as usual) committed to defend Israel. The US has deployed a nuclear sub to the area and an aircraft carrier with attendant vessels is also steaming to the area.
By Nicholas Bishopabout a year ago in The Swamp
Islamic State: Rising Again?. Content Warning.
The Islamic State was defeated soundly by the US, UK, and even Iran. Funny how a common enemy unites usually hostile nations. Other nations like Iraq, also helped to defeat the Islamic State. At the height of its power, Islamic State ruled territories in Iraq and Syria. Raqqa was the capital of what was to all intents and purposes, a functioning state of 10 million people. IS like the Japanese in WW II had a good 6 months run of capturing territory and seemed unstoppable. Even on the verge of capturing Baghdad as Iraqi forces fell back under their onslaught. Groups the IS did like were executed in what amounted to a genocide. Captured Westerners were executed. Thousands of people from around the world swelled their ranks thinking they were going to some perfect Islamic paradise. As many later found out, the promised land for Muslims, turned out to be hell on earth, especially for women.
By Nicholas Bishopabout a year ago in The Swamp
Bipartisan Power to the People: How Republicans for Harris Will Secure Our Future
I am bone-weary of weirdos and power-mongers ruining my country. A new coalition, “Republicans for Harris” launched, featuring important Republican pundits in impressive numbers, according to MSNBC. Did you ever in your life think you would see such an organization??
By Maryan Pellandabout a year ago in The Swamp
