politicians

Reviews of the politicians kissing babies and running governments around the world; applaud and criticize the decisions they make and their implications.

Allies Protest Recall of American Troops
January 20th (Ramstein Air Base, Germany) – The United States of America has not declared war on anyone since June 4, 1942 when Congress made such a statement against Axis partners Bulgaria, Hungary, and Romania during World War II.
By J.P. Prag3 years ago in The Swamp
Moscow's Calling - 8
This conversation took place on April 21, 2023 “Hello, Donnie?” “Yes! Vlad! You’re calling me! First! That hasn’t happened in a long time! Like, in ages!”
By Lana V Lynx3 years ago in The Swamp
United States Set to Leave and Abolish United Nations
January 20th (New York City, NY) – The dream of President Franklin D. Roosevelt to have a multinational organization that would ensure “life, liberty, independence, and religious freedom, and to preserve the rights of man and justice” is now dead.
By J.P. Prag3 years ago in The Swamp
Republicans Can't Quit Trump
An alleged philanderer and tax cheat, former President Donald J. Trump, has announced his candidacy for President in 2024. He is the first candidate to do so. He had a smaller-than-usual crowd at his first rally, and his announcement generated an underwhelming show of enthusiasm from his fellow Republicans.
By Robert Bowen3 years ago in The Swamp
Fears Mount over Unilateral Nuclear Disarmament
January 20th (Chicago, IL) – Perhaps for the first time since 2010 and reversing the nearly continuous downward spiral that began in 1995, the Doomsday Clock to nuclear disaster may be ticking backwards.
By J.P. Prag3 years ago in The Swamp
Remembering the End of the American Civil War: A Call for a National Holiday
On April 9th, 1865, the American Civil War officially came to an end. General Robert E. Lee surrendered to General Ulysses S. Grant at Appomattox Court House in Virginia, marking the end of four long years of conflict. The war had been fought between the Northern and Southern states over issues such as slavery, states' rights, and economic differences. In the end, the Union emerged victorious, and the country began a long reconstruction and healing process.
By Saad Farooq3 years ago in The Swamp
Turkey's "Gas for Gold" Scandal: A Corruption Scheme That Shook the World
In recent years, Turkey has been embroiled in one of the biggest corruption scandals in modern history: the "Gas for Gold" scheme. This scandal involved the Turkish government's use of gold to evade sanctions imposed by the international community and to fuel a vast web of corruption that implicated some of the country's top political and business leaders.
By Muhammad Hamza3 years ago in The Swamp
Ukraine's Missing Millions: The Disappearance of $40 Billion in State Assets
In recent years, Ukraine has been plagued by corruption scandals and economic instability, with billions of dollars in state assets disappearing under mysterious circumstances. The disappearance of these funds has contributed to Ukraine's ongoing economic crisis, with the country struggling to make ends meet and meet its obligations to international creditors.
By Muhammad Hamza3 years ago in The Swamp
Wisconsin Republicans Gain Impeachment Power with Senate Supermajority Win
In the aftermath of the 2022 midterm elections, the Republican Party secured a supermajority in the Wisconsin State Senate, giving them unprecedented power in the state's political landscape. One of the most significant consequences of this victory is that Republicans now can initiate impeachment proceedings against any elected official in the state, including the governor.
By Saad Farooq3 years ago in The Swamp
What It Means to Be a Trump Supporter
What It Means to Be a Trump Supporter In the United States, politics has always been a hot topic. One of the most polarizing figures in recent history has been former President Donald Trump. Despite his controversial policies and statements, he garnered a significant following during his presidency, with many supporters remaining loyal to him even after his term ended. In this article, we will explore what it means to be a Trump supporter.
By Yosr Studio3 years ago in The Swamp
Native Americans React to New Presidential Order
January 20th (Tahlequah, OK) – It has taken the entire history of the United States of America, but at long last a President has unequivocally apologized out loud to the indigenous people of these lands. The explicit apology follows much earlier ones to native Hawai’ians for overthrowing their kingdom, Black people for slavery, Japanese Americans for unjustly imprisoning them in internment camps during World War II, and others. Despite a resolution passed by Congress and signed by then-President Barack Obama in December 2009, no public declaration had ever been made before. According to Robert Longley of ThoughtCo (Longley, Robert. "U.S. Apology to Native Americans." ThoughtCo, Dec. 15, 2020, thoughtco.com /the-us-apologized-to-native-americans-3974561.):
By J.P. Prag3 years ago in The Swamp
The Impact of Take Back Alberta on Albertan Politics
Take Back Alberta is a grassroots political movement that emerged in Alberta, Canada, in 2019. The movement was established in response to growing dissatisfaction with the policies and leadership of the provincial government. The Take Back Alberta movement has had a significant impact on Alberta's political landscape, influencing public opinion, and shaping policy debates. In this article, we will explore the impact of Take Back Alberta on Albertan politics.
By Saad Farooq3 years ago in The Swamp