politicians

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

Elon Musk Launches the America Party: What It Means for 2025 and Beyond
On July 5, 2025, Elon Musk took a surprising political leap: he officially launched the America Party, proclaiming its mission on X (formerly Twitter) as “to give you back your freedom.” This ambitious move follows his falling out with former ally Donald Trump over the controversial “One Big Beautiful Bill” and signals a dramatic shift in the landscape of American politics.
By Bevy Osuos7 months ago in The Swamp
Daily Life in North Korea!!
If you’ve ever wondered what it’s like living under the world’s most oppressive regime, Dhruv Rathee’s video “Daily Life in North Korea” offers a haunting, in‑depth exploration. In a nation where every aspect of life—clothes, food, relationships, even thoughts—is controlled by the state, North Koreans exist under constant surveillance and fear. Yet, amid the darkness, flickers of resistance and hope emerge. This article breaks down key insights and reflections on this hidden world.
By Zabih hijran7 months ago in The Swamp
Investors traded a record $6.6 trillion worth of stock in the first half of 2025
In the first half of 2025, "Global Stock Trading Hits Record $6.6 Trillion" Global stock markets witnessed an unprecedented surge in activity in the first half of 2025, as total trading volumes soared to a record \$6.6 trillion. This milestone, the highest half-year figure in history, reflects heightened investor engagement driven by a mix of economic optimism, technological advancements, and a new wave of retail participation reshaping the financial landscape.
By GLOBAL NEWS7 months ago in The Swamp
A Denunciation
We didn’t do many movies when I was in high school, but I went to see The Hiding Place with my church youth group. I’d read the book, but was not truly prepared to see a family risk everything to hide their Jewish neighbors and then be incarcerated in the Ravensbruck concentration camp on screen. I wondered if I would have been as brave as the ten Boom family.
By Judey Kalchik 7 months ago in The Swamp
The Secret Rising Power in the World
In the shadows of traditional global powers, and beyond the glare of Western media coverage, a silent force is rising—one often misunderstood, demonized, and underestimated: The Taliban.
By Keramatullah Wardak7 months ago in The Swamp
Missing Activist Ndiang'ui Kinyagia Resurfaces Amidst Legal Showdown
Nairobi, Kenya - The perplexing disappearance and dramatic reappearance of IT expert and digital commentator Ndiang'ui Kinyagia has gripped Kenya, sparking widespread debate about civil liberties, the role of security agencies, and the power of public outcry. Kinyagia, who was reported missing on June 21, 2025, resurfaced on July 3, 2025, at the Milimani Law Courts, where a High Court order effectively barred police from arresting him, at least for the moment.
By Tallgirl7 months ago in The Swamp
Kenya's Recent Challenges and Enduring Resilience
Kenya, a vibrant East African nation often seen as a beacon of stability and progress, has recently found itself navigating a complex confluence of events that have tested its resolve and highlighted both its internal vulnerabilities and its crucial regional role. The aftermath of a protracted doctors' strike, the tragic death of the nation's military chief in a helicopter crash, and Kenya's ongoing efforts to mediate peace in neighboring South Sudan have dominated national discourse, painting a vivid picture of a country grappling with domestic challenges while upholding its international responsibilities.
By Tallgirl7 months ago in The Swamp
Embrace Hope and Be Happy - First Of All, Dump The Right Wing And Fascists
Introduction In July 2016, the spiteful imbeciles that call themselves the Tory party were six years into the destruction of the UK's economy and infrastructure and delivered a coup-de-grace by taking us out of the world largest trading bloc to pander to the racists, bullies, and tax avoiding cheats and the right wing media backed them up to the hilt. The USA got its first dose of Trump.
By Mike Singleton 💜 Mikeydred 7 months ago in The Swamp
Johnson pushes to get House GOP holdouts to back tax bill
**Johnson Pushes to Get House GOP Holdouts to Back Tax Bill** House Speaker Mike Johnson is intensifying efforts to rally support among Republican holdouts in the House of Representatives as the GOP attempts to pass a significant tax package. The bill, which has been a priority for House Republicans, includes extensions of business tax breaks, increases in the child tax credit, and measures aimed at economic growth. However, internal party divisions have threatened its passage, with several conservative members withholding their support.
By GLOBAL NEWS7 months ago in The Swamp
The Stolen Seats: How PTI Was Sidelined
In Pakistan’s February 2024 elections, millions voted for candidates backed by Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI). However, PTI could not use its well-known “cricket bat” election symbol. The Election Commission of Pakistan (ECP) said the party missed the deadline for its internal polls and classified PTI candidates as independents.
By Muhammad Adil7 months ago in The Swamp
Navigating Competing Priorities in the Senate's Tax Debate
As President Donald Trump's ambitious "Big, Beautiful Bill" landed in the Senate, the Republican Party finds itself at a critical juncture, grappling with a complex web of internal divisions and competing demands. What began as a seemingly unified push for comprehensive tax reform has evolved into a legislative gauntlet, revealing deep ideological rifts and pragmatic concerns within the GOP ranks. The bill, a sprawling collection of tax breaks, spending cuts, and national security initiatives, is intended to make permanent many of the tax cuts from Trump's first term, alongside new proposals that aim to reshape the American economic landscape. However, the path to passage is proving to be anything but smooth, with the looming July 4th deadline amplifying the pressure on Republican leadership.
By Tallgirl7 months ago in The Swamp
Why the U.S. Revoked Bob Vylan’s Visas: Music, Protest, and the Politics of Expression
In the ever-evolving intersection of music, activism, and politics, few stories highlight the fragile boundary between free expression and international diplomacy as sharply as the recent visa revocation of British punk-rap duo Bob Vylan by the United States. This unprecedented move has not only sparked outrage in artistic communities but also opened a broader conversation on the role of protest in music, the consequences of political speech, and how international artists are treated when they challenge dominant narratives.
By Ikram Ullah7 months ago in The Swamp