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 Gristle – Issue 2
BREAKING: Independence Day As Reeves Plans To Sell Scotland For Tariff Concessions LONDON — Chancellor Rachel Reeves has unveiled radical plans to sell the UK's northernmost nation to the United States in exchange for tariff concessions.
By Addison Alder10 months ago in The Swamp
Japan Stock Market Crash 2025 Nikkei 225 Plunges Into Bear Market After Worst Fall Since COVID-19
Japan Stock Market Crash 2025 Nikkei 225 Plunges Into Bear Market After Worst Fall Since COVID-19 In a dramatic turn of events global stock markets especially across Asia have witnessed one of their worst downtrends since the COVID-19 crisis. The Tokyo Nikkei 225 Index has taken center stage with an alarming plunge of 7.83% on Monday alone. This latest decline caps a brutal three day rout that has slashed 12.85% off the index and dragged Japan's premier stock index into bear market territory down a staggering 22.32% from its 2025 high set in July 2024. The Nikkei’s steep decline has sent shockwaves through global financial communities with market analysts scrambling to decipher the causes behind such a dramatic fall. While a bear market is typically defined as a decline of 20% or more from recent highs the Nikkei has exceeded that threshold confirming the worst fears of investors who had already been wary amid persistent global uncertainties. Year to date the index has lost 21.95% of its value marking one of the worst performances not seen since the market upheaval caused by the COVID-19 pandemic. This drop is not just a statistical blip it's a reflection of deeper economic anxieties ranging from sluggish domestic demand slowing exports and concerns over the central bank’s tightening monetary policies.
By Adnan Rasheed10 months ago in The Swamp
Homeland Performance. Top Story - April 2025.
I must look stunning to get Donald to select me as his running mate. My makeover includes my hair, teeth, outfits, and makeup. I won't wear jeans and cowgirl shirts. It worked as South Dakota governor but won't sit well with Donald. He requires camera-ready, attractive, and photogenic television personalities with bright, shining smiles and beautiful long hair. If he doesn't select me as VP, I'll get a Cabinet position.
By Andrea Corwin 10 months ago in The Swamp
Cultural Protestantism and The Spirit of Austerity
It was a relatively warm night in Berlin when this article began to take shape. I was sitting in a pub in Charlottenburg, half-listening to the hum of overlapping conversations across from me, two friends were describing the economic differences between East and West Germany, and how culture still seemed to influence wealth, ambition, and social discipline. Something about it struck a nerve. This article is a reflection on that influence, on how a religious ethos may have evolved into an economic morality, shaping not just policies but entire cultures.
By Sergios Saropoulos10 months ago in The Swamp
Two-Party Failure Part II: Democratic Party Is In a Coma
Let’s stop pretending. The Democratic Party isn’t a political organization anymore; it’s a hospice patient, limping through election cycles, hooked to the IV drip of nostalgia and boogeyman politics. It clings to relevance by waving the specter of Trump like a bloody shirt, hoping fear will do what leadership won’t: mobilize voters. At this point, the most merciful thing we can do is pull the plug.
By Jeff Olen10 months ago in The Swamp
Hands Off Protests 2025: Nationwide Rallies Against Trump and Elon Musk’s Government Cuts.
Hands Off Protests 2025: Nationwide Rallies Against Trump and Elon Musk’s Government Cuts. On April 5, 2025 thousands of Americans gathered across the country in a massive wave of coordinated protests titled Hands Off! a direct rebuke to the policies and influence of President Donald Trump and tech billionaire Elon Musk. The demonstrations spanning all 50 states and several international cities marked one of the largest organized acts of resistance since Trump returned to office. Organized by a coalition of over 150 civil rights groups labor unions veterans’ associations and progressive organizations the protests focused on defending vital federal programs like Social Security Medicare and Medicaid which many fear are under threat due to recent governmental actions.
By Adnan Rasheed10 months ago in The Swamp
Hands Off" Protests Go Viral: How Social Media .
In recent days, a wave of protests has taken over social media, capturing global attention. Under the banner “Hands Off,” thousands are preparing to hit the streets across the U.S. to voice their opposition to former President Donald Trump. What started as online posts and eye-catching posters has now turned into a full-blown movement, proving once again how social media can turn digital anger into real-world action. Let’s dive into why these protests are happening, how they’ve gone viral, and what they mean for the future.
By AB C10 months ago in The Swamp
Trump Launches $5 Million ‘Trump Card’ Visa Program for Wealthy Immigrants | EB-5 Fast Track Explained.
Trump Launches $5 Million ‘Trump Card’ Visa Program for Wealthy Immigrants | EB-5 Fast Track Explained In a striking and controversial announcement, former President Donald Trump revealed what he called the Trump Card a $5 million gold colored identification card for individuals seeking U.S. residency through the immigrant investor program. Trump showcased the card during an impromptu press conference aboard Air Force One marking yet another instance of his signature blend of political spectacle and branding. The card which Trump held up for reporters is a dazzling piece of design and symbolism. Featuring a prominent photo of Trump himself with golden beams radiating from his head the card also includes patriotic imagery the Statue of Liberty rises over Trump’s left shoulder while the majestic head of a bald eagle rests beneath his right. On the right side of the card nine stars arc partially around the bold words The Trump Card with Trump's signature scrawled in the bottom right corner. The numbers 5M and 5,000,000 in the corners clearly mark the price of entry. Five million. For $5 million this could be yours Trump said smiling as he held the card aloft for cameras. That’s right. It’s the golden key to America the best investment you’ll ever make.
By Adnan Rasheed10 months ago in The Swamp
Neil Young Joan Baez & Maggie Rogers Join Bernie Sanders & AOC in Major Los Angeles Rally Against Billionaire Oligarchy.
Neil Young Joan Baez & Maggie Rogers Join Bernie Sanders & AOC in Major Los Angeles Rally Against Billionaire Oligarchy In a powerful demonstration of unity between politics and the arts legendary musicians Neil Young Joan Baez and Maggie Rogers are joining forces with Senator Bernie Sanders and Representative Alexandria Ocasio Cortez (AOC) for a high profile rally in Los Angeles. The event part of the national Fighting Oligarchy tour aims to mobilize grassroots energy and confront the growing influence of billionaires and corporate elites on American democracy. The Fighting Oligarchy tour is a bold effort spearheaded by Senator Sanders and AOC to highlight the increasing wealth gap in the United States and to call out the power wielded by a small, ultra-rich elite. According to Sanders, the event is not just about protest it's about building a movement that champions the rights of working people and holds the wealthiest accountable. In America today we are moving rapidly toward an oligarchic form of society where a small number of billionaires control the economic and political life of the country Sanders said in a recent statement. This tour is about saying: Enough is enough.
By Adnan Rasheed10 months ago in The Swamp
All That Sucking and Punching is the D.C. Way
Let’s face facts. It’s getting rougher and rougher in Washington, and nobody wants to be there. The old guard…well, they’re very old. And the younger generation wants little to do with a government they can’t trust or depend on to set the stage for a promising future.
By Jason Ray Morton 10 months ago in The Swamp
Portland Hands Off Protest 2025: Full Details on Nationwide Civil Rights and Freedom Movement
Protests Planned Across Portland Metro Region as Part of Nationwide ‘Hands Off’ Movement. Portland OR April 4, 2025 Residents across the Portland Metro area are preparing to take to the streets this weekend in a coordinated wave of protests under the banner of the Hands Off movement a national initiative that has gained momentum over the past several weeks. The protests scheduled for Saturday are part of a broader effort to push back against what activists describe as growing government overreach social injustice, and threats to civil liberties.
By Adnan Rasheed10 months ago in The Swamp
Trump vs China 34% Tariffs Spark New Trade War Crisis.
Trump vs China 34% Tariffs Spark New Trade War Crisis. The ongoing trade war between the United States and China took a dramatic turn this week as China announced a sharp retaliatory move in response to a new wave of American tariffs. Beijing confirmed it would impose a 34% tariff on a wide range of American goods signaling a steep escalation in the economic standoff initiated under former President Donald Trump's administration. The latest development not only deepens the rift between the world's two largest economies but also poses significant implications for global markets manufacturers and consumers.
By Adnan Rasheed10 months ago in The Swamp