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.
Gold could hit nearly $5,000 if Trump undermines Fed, says Goldman Sachs
Goldman Sachs has made the bold prediction that if Donald Trump wins the presidential election and follows through on his stated desire to exert stronger influence over the Federal Reserve, the price of gold could soar close to $5,000 per ounce. The Wall Street bank explained in a recent note to clients that the combination of political uncertainty, potential fiscal expansion, and a weakening of the central bank’s independence could create the perfect environment for investors to rush into safe haven assets. Gold has long been viewed as a hedge against instability and inflation, and any disruption to the credibility of the United States’ monetary policy could magnify demand.
By GLOBAL NEWS5 months ago in The Swamp
SCO Summit 2025:How the SCO Challenges U.S. Dominance
The world may have just witnessed a turning point in international politics. The recent Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO) summit held in China has not only brought global attention but has also raised questions about the existing world order. For decades, the United States has enjoyed the role of a unilateral superpower—a kingdom of America, so to speak. But with China’s Xi Jinping, Russia’s Vladimir Putin, and India’s Narendra Modi sharing the same frame, the Western world is beginning to feel the tremors of change.
By Leah Brooke5 months ago in The Swamp
What Small-Town Government Taught Me About Power
What Small-Town Government Taught Me About Power By Hasnain Shah Most people imagine corruption as something that happens in Washington, D.C., among senators and lobbyists with seven-figure bank accounts. I used to think the same way. I thought small towns were immune to the dirty tricks of politics—that on the local level, things were still about neighbors helping neighbors. I believed city council meetings were dull but honest, the kind of place where good intentions ruled.
By Hasnain Shah5 months ago in The Swamp
What Small-Town Government Taught Me About Power
What Small-Town Government Taught Me About Power By Hasnain Shah Most people imagine corruption as something that happens in Washington, D.C., among senators and lobbyists with seven-figure bank accounts. I used to think the same way. I thought small towns were immune to the dirty tricks of politics—that on the local level, things were still about neighbors helping neighbors. I believed city council meetings were dull but honest, the kind of place where good intentions ruled.
By Hasnain Shah5 months ago in The Swamp
The Walk, the Video
The Walk, the Video, Real Estate Corporate Buy Outs Audio of article is available on Spotify. Click below. I didn’t plan to watch the video. It appeared in my feed like a glitch in the algorithm Blackstone Just Bought HALF of AMERICA... No ONE NOTICED. I clicked. I watched.
By Vicki Lawana Trusselli 5 months ago in The Swamp
TACO Calling PACO - 3
This conversation happened on September 3, 2025, after Trump watched clips from the military parade President Xi of China threw on the Tiananmen Square (!!!) to celebrate the end of WW2. The parade was attended by Putin, Kim Jon Un and other heads of states who'd gathered for the Shanghai Cooperation Organization's summit in Tianjin, China (Aug.31-Sept.1). Many experts see the summit as China's attempt to redefine the global relationships toward a multi-polar world with many centers of power and influence, and the parade - as a deliberate showoff of the Chinese military might and advanced military tech and equipment.
By Lana V Lynx5 months ago in The Swamp
The True Us Versus Them in the United States. Top Story - September 2025.
The Truth and the Point Laid Out Here is the truth that everyone in the United States seems to have forgotten. To my dear Republicans, Democrats are not the only corrupt people in the world of politics. Yes, they are the most corrupt at the moment, but they are certainly not the only ones. Corruption exists on every side of the government. To my dear Democrats… get your shit together and wake up to reality and the evil that is taking place. It is no longer the Democrat party in action and belief. The Democrat party has become the American Communists Party. Very tragic.
By Timothy A Rowland5 months ago in The Swamp
Prime Minister of Yemen's Houthi-Run Government Killed in Israeli Strike
**Prime Minister of Yemen's Houthi-Run Government Killed in Israeli Strike** In a shocking turn of events, the Prime Minister of Yemen’s Houthi-run government was killed in an Israeli airstrike, marking a significant escalation in the already volatile political and military landscape of the Middle East. The death of Abdul-Aziz bin Habtour, a high-ranking official in the Houthi-led administration, has shook Yemen, the region, and the international community. The strike, which occurred near the capital city of Sana’a, was reportedly a precision missile attack carried out by Israeli forces. While Israel has neither confirmed nor denied its involvement directly, sources close to the situation suggest that it was part of a broader strategy to target individuals linked to Iran and its allies in Yemen, as Israel has been vocal in its opposition to Iranian influence in the region. The Israeli government has, in recent years, increased its focus on containing Iran's influence, particularly within the Houthi movement, which has long been supported by Tehran.
By GLOBAL NEWS5 months ago in The Swamp
6.7 Million and Counting: Albany, New York's School-Zone Speed Cameras Raise Questions
This article was co-created with the assistance of AI, together with editorial input from DJ for Change. When the City of Albany, New York installed speed cameras in school zones, officials promised two things: safer streets for children and a modest but reliable stream of municipal revenue. The latest numbers—over $6.7 million in fines issued since the program began—have sparked heated debate.
By DJ for Change5 months ago in The Swamp
States Where You Can Still Get a COVID-19 Vaccine at CVS After RFK Jr. Policy Changes
**States where CVS still sells the COVID-19 vaccine after JFK Policy Changes** As of late August 2025, changes in U.S. federal vaccine policy have significantly impacted the way COVID-19 vaccines are distributed, particularly at retail locations like CVS. Under Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr., the U.S. The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) issued stricter guidelines regarding eligibility for the COVID-19 vaccine, restricting access to individuals over the age of 75 or those with specific high-risk medical conditions. Consequently, CVS has modified its vaccine availability policies to provide varying levels of access based on state regulations. ### Overview of the Policy Changes
By GLOBAL NEWS5 months ago in The Swamp
