quotes
A collection of the best quotes ever uttered by politicians or about them. Just one caveat: they can't all sound like Gettysburg.
The Blatant Disrespect of a Baseball Legend
Just a fair warning that I'm going to go on a bit of a rant. Recently, I ran into a story online that I wanted to talk about. As a baseball fan, I couldn't let what I'm about to say go. It was about an article mentioning the late, great Jackie Robinson's time in the Army deleted from the Department of Defense's website. In case you're not up to speed about what's behind this, President Trump signed an executive order to purge DEI (Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion) programs from the U.S. Government. This was one of his campaign promises. That means erasing any mention of Black, Indigenous, and LGBTQ+ figures who came before us. When asked for the reason behind this move, Pentagon press secretary John Ullyot stated it was done to stop what he called "Woke cultural Marxism." The Pentagon claimed that everyone at the Defense Department respected Jackie Robinson, which I didn't buy one bit. If they truly respected him, the article about him serving in the Army wouldn't have been deleted. This was 100% a racially motivated move on their part.
By Mark Wesley Pritchard 10 months ago in The Swamp
Mysterious Meteor in Karachi: Islamic and Global Views
Meteor in Karachi and What Does It Mean? Introduction In the early hours of March 17, 2025, the skies over Karachi were illuminated by a spectacular meteor. Residents from various parts of the city, including Nazimabad, North Nazimabad, and Orangi Town, witnessed the rare celestial event as a bright, blazing meteor streaked across the night sky. Videos of the meteor quickly spread across social media, sparking widespread curiosity and amazement. This rare event has not only generated excitement among astronomers and space enthusiasts but also raised questions about its significance in religious and cultural contexts.
By Madi Speaks10 months ago in The Swamp
February 24 - Forever Black Day
This day is particularly dark for me as we are marking three full years of Russia's assault on Ukraine. There was a large rally and demonstration in Washington, DC on Saturday, Feb.22, and several large cities have planned activities such as rallies, demonstrations, requiems and prayers over the weekend and today.
By Lana V Lynx11 months ago in The Swamp
British couple in their 70s arrested by Taliban.
British couple in their 70s arrested by Taliban. A British elderly couple, Peter Reynolds (79) and his wife Barbie (75) who dedicated 18 years of their lives to social and educational services in Afghanistan have been detained by the Taliban. The couple was arrested on February 1 while returning to their home in Bamiyan. Since then their children and family have received no clear updates about their condition causing immense concern among their loved ones. Peter and Barbie had been running various educational projects in Afghanistan since 2009 including five schools in Kabul and a training program for mothers and children in Bamiyan. Even after the Taliban's return to power in 2021 when most foreigners and NGO employees left the country the couple chose to stay. Their reason was simple they could not abandon Afghanistan in its time of need.
By Adnan Rasheed11 months ago in The Swamp
Women's Work Hidden by Patriarchy and Capitalism: Honoring Historical Craftsmanship Contributions
We exist in a time when the gender pay gap is expanding. Recent studies indicate that women earn less than men, and the pandemic has exacerbated the pay gap in various nations. This disparity continues because there are fewer women in high-paying leadership roles and because women predominantly work in lower-paying industries. Yet, there are even more subtle and harsh reasons contributing to the gender pay gap. Historically, women’s work has been undervalued, resulting in unequal pay for comparable jobs between genders. Although this practice is gradually decreasing, it still exists.
By Hridya Sharma11 months ago in The Swamp
Lapdogs vs. Watchdogs
What a week. I am up in Montréal, safely across the border from those nasty Americans and their wicked ways. The groundhogs have spoken...and we cannot make up our minds about it. The tariffs were dropped this weekend and officially, we are in the middle of a trade war. This feels like it will continue for some time since the chief occupier of the Oval Office only has two modes: you either win or you lose (his multiple bankruptcies seem to confirm this theory). And he does not want to face the truth: one of the countries he decided to hit over the nose with a newspaper is not as kind as he proposed.
By Kendall Defoe 12 months ago in The Swamp
Scientists Update Their Prediction of How Close We Are to the End of the World.
Scientists Update Their Prediction of How Close We Are to the End of the World. In a world increasingly defined by climate crises geopolitical tensions and technological advancements the question of how close humanity is to the brink of collapse has never been more pressing. The Doomsday Clock a symbolic timepiece maintained by the Bulletin of the Atomic Scientists serves as a barometer for humanity’s proximity to global catastrophe. In 2023 scientists updated their prediction offering a sobering assessment of the risks we face. This article explores the latest update to the Doomsday Clock the factors influencing its movement and what it means for the future of our planet.
By Adnan Rasheed12 months ago in The Swamp
Say His Name: George Floyd
During the Covid-19 pandemic, everyone was in quarantine, daily life was interrupted, and everyone was staying safe from the deadly virus. However, one event that received national attention was the death of George Floyd. On May 25, 2020, the then 46-year-old was suspected of using fake money and was stopped by police and then, they held him to the ground. What happened next was shocking. Now former Minneapolis police officer and convicted murderer, Derek Chauvin, was seen on video pressing his knee on Floyd's neck for more than nine minutes. Despite Floyd’s constant pleas that he couldn't breathe to Chauvin and from bystanders to let him breathe, Chauvin ignored their pleas and the other officers at the scene refused to intervene. Floyd’s death sparked worldwide outrage and protests from around the world. One of the things that continues to irk me is when anytime a black person has been killed by the police, most people would say the following: “If he/she would’ve followed the officer’s orders, then they wouldn’t have been shot.” This is such a tone deaf way of saying that a black person who lost their life deserved it. To me, it's a form of victim blaming. Even if they obeyed a police officer's orders, no one deserves to have their lives taken in a tragic manner. Also, opponents of racial injustice protests would also describe black people as thugs, drug dealers, and everything under the sun. As a person of color, I ask everyone to not paint all black people with one brush. You're missing the entire point of why we still hold Black Lives Matter protests. The point of these protests is to call for accountability of any police officer who takes the life of black individuals. In other words, arresting police officers as opposed to putting them on administrative leave (paid or unpaid) or on bond. Also, seeing them being convicted and sentenced to time in prison, making sure that the families of the slain receive justice.
By Mark Wesley Pritchard 12 months ago in The Swamp
How Money Affects Sports: Understanding Global Capitalism
As the world changed, the various nations became more interconnected and open to the world market. In its commotion, globalization was crucial to the emergence of a capitalist market. Many people see global capitalism as a free and linked economic system that fosters innovation, eases cross-cultural interactions, generates employment in developing countries, and provides consumers with reasonably priced goods. The popularity of globally renowned sports celebrities, commercial enterprises, and global communication media all had an impact on the 20th century's globalization of modern sport. Through sponsorships, endorsements, and broadcasting, businesses can reach a worldwide consumer base. In this piece, I'll examine how globalization, capitalism, and sports history relate to competitive sports.
By Hridya Sharmaabout a year ago in The Swamp
Sticky Fingers, Silent Night!. Content Warning.
“Goddammit’,” Mr. McBride growled with a frown. He brake checked the man in the silver impala who refused to slow down. He glared at the store with the ugly blue awning. A smile curled around his lips, when he thought of the corporate greed he'd be conning.
By L.K. Rolanabout a year ago in The Swamp
The Rich Never Pay Full Price For Anything. Content Warning.
Introduction The title is taken from a line by Sir Cathcart D'Eath in Tom Sharpe's "Porterhouse Blue" and it was illustrated emphatically to me today buying some items at the supermarket.
By Mike Singleton 💜 Mikeydred about a year ago in The Swamp
