politics
Politics does not dictate our collective cultural mindset as much as it simply reflects it; We've got to look in the mirror sometimes, and we've got one.
The Beginner's Guide to Free Speech
Author's Note: Originally published January 10, 2021. If you’ve been following the news lately, you probably already know that Donald Trump has been permanently suspended from Twitter. On January 8, 2021, the social media company posted the following statement to their blog:
By Katherine J. Zumpano4 months ago in The Swamp
The Future of Free Speech in a Post-Charlie Kirk World
Here’s the uncomfortable truth: the future of free speech in America just got harder. The assassination of Charlie Kirk during a campus event in Orem, Utah, didn’t only take a life—it detonated a debate we’ve been dancing around for years: how far we go to protect speech when the speech is polarizing, and how quickly we abandon those principles when the speaker is someone we can’t stand. In the days since, Congress passed a bipartisan resolution honoring Kirk and condemning political violence, while leaders across the spectrum issued statements about civil discourse and campus safety. Those gestures matter—but what comes next will matter more.
By Lawrence Lease4 months ago in The Swamp
Africa Rising: The Continent Poised to Lead the 21st Century
For centuries, the world has looked at Africa as a continent of challenges—poverty, conflict, disease. Yet quietly, beyond the stereotypes and old headlines, a new story is unfolding. Today, Africa is no longer defined only by its struggles. It is becoming the world’s fastest-growing region, rich in innovation, talent, and resources.
By Shahab Khan4 months ago in The Swamp
Keir Starmer and Donald Trump Hold Chequers Press Conference Live: What You Need to Know
On September 18, 2025, UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer is set to join U.S. President Donald Trump for a highly anticipated live press conference at Chequers, the Prime Minister’s country residence in Buckinghamshire. This event comes at the end of Trump’s second state visit to the United Kingdom, which has so far been rich with ceremony, royal pageantry, and deep diplomatic undercurrents.
By Waqar Khan4 months ago in The Swamp
🚨 For Immediate Release: Federal Evidence Reveals Ephrata Borough and Mainspring Colluded With Police to Retaliate Against Protected Speech
📍 Dateline: Ephrata, Lancaster County, Pennsylvania — September 18, 2025 This is a developing federal civil rights story. What follows is not conjecture or rumor. It is federal whistleblower evidence preserved as both affidavit and public disclosure.
By Sunshine Firecracker4 months ago in The Swamp
When Comedy Becomes a Crime: The Chilling Suspension of Jimmy Kimmel's Show (Opinion) by NWO Sparrow
Late-Night Under Fire: Is This the End of Free-Wheeling Monologues in the Trump Era and Beyond? The suspension of Jimmy Kimmel’s late-night show by ABC this week should alarm anyone who believes in the principles of free speech and the role of comedy in a democracy. Kimmel’s monologue touched a nerve, no doubt, but the punishment far outweighs the words. What is happening is not just about one host making a controversial remark. It is about the growing pressure on networks to silence critical voices, especially when those voices take aim at the political right.
By NWO SPARROW4 months ago in The Swamp
Stefon Diggs
Stefon Diggs: Separating Gridiron Glory from Celebrity Gossip Stefon Diggs is a name that commands respect on the football field. As one of the NFL's most elite wide receivers, his route-running, hands, and competitive fire have made him a superstar for the Buffalo Bills and now the Houston Texans. However, a quick online search reveals that public curiosity often extends beyond the end zone, intertwining his name with celebrity gossip, particularly regarding megastar rapper Cardi B. Let's separate the athletic accomplishments from the off-field speculation.
By KAMRAN AHMAD4 months ago in The Swamp
The Reasons Why I'm Worried About the Future of Special Education
Many of my readers and subscribers on Vocal already many things about my personal life, but what everyone may not know is that I was in special education. I was born in New York and a year after my birth; my family and I moved down to Texas. We settled in Arlington, which where I grew up and originally from. After a few years there, we moved to Hurst. Yes, I grew up in two Texas towns, but Arlington is where I've spent the most time in. So, I'm originally from Arlington. Hurst is part of the Hurst-Euless-Bedford metropolitan area. Hurst is located about 25 miles northwest of Dallas. I attended Bellaire Elementary School to start Pre-K back in 1993. Two weeks into the school year, my parents were notified that I had some learning difficulties. I learned that I had Autism. Unfortunately, I was severely bullied by many of my peers because of it. I didn't know what it was, but I ended up being enrolled in special education classes and was put on an IEP for almost all of my school years. I had difficulties with eye contact and a lack of communication skills. It was hard for me to have social interactions with people, even though I made a few friends. My parents lacked the patience when it came to an autistic child. Sure, I was a handful, but I was doing my best to become a better person. IEP stands for Individualized Education Plan. It's created for those with disabilities to ensure that specialized instruction is there to meet an individual's educational needs. I attended these classes up to three times a week, in addition to being in my regular classes. I attended Bellaire Elementary from 1993 to 1998, before we moved back to Arlington in late spring 1998.
By Mark Wesley Pritchard 4 months ago in The Swamp
