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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 12 months ago in The Swamp
2025 Executive Orders Explained. Content Warning.
I know that there is a lot of information flying around, but I wanted to make a series with a brief summary of all that is going on right now. As such, here is a breakdown of the rest of Janyary's Executive Orders.
By Paige Graffunderabout a year ago in The Swamp
2025 Executive Orders Explained. Content Warning.
I know that there is a lot of information flying around, but I wanted to make a series with a brief summary of all that is going on right now. As such, here is a breakdown of the first day of Executive Orders.
By Paige Graffunderabout a year ago in The Swamp
False rumors about Marco Rubino's sexuality and derogatory labels such as "low IQ,"
The recent revelation by CNN, published on March 10, 2025, about deleted X posts by Darren Beattie, a top State Department official, has brought significant attention to the behavior of public officials on social media platforms and the potential consequences of their actions. This incident, involving false rumors about Secretary of State Marco Rubino's sexuality and derogatory labels such as "low IQ," serves as a case study for examining the intersection of personal expression, professional responsibility, and the digital age's impact on political discourse. Below, we delve into the details, context, and broader implications, ensuring a comprehensive understanding for readers interested in governance, ethics, and social media dynamics.
By The INFORMERabout a year ago in The Swamp
The One Good Thing About Trump
He’s honest. It sounds like the punchline to a joke, doesn’t it? Yes, he might be a manipulative, exploitive, opportunistic liar and conman who’s made a living off a reputation he didn’t build, only to flip-flop, backtracked, minimise, and pitifully excuse ever miniscule attempt at a cohesive character with even a shred of dignity he’s ever tried, but at least he’s honest about it!
By Conor Matthewsabout a year ago in The Swamp
False Spring. Content Warning.
Two cardinals and a small flock of house sparrows were the first to celebrate the arrival of spring on Wednesday morning. The sun was shining and rattling bikes scooted over cobblestone streets. Dogs and their people met at the corners without their winter jackets. The biting cold had passed and the buzz of warmth was in the air. Beer mugs and plates clanked at corner cafes like windchimes, and windows were opened to blow winter’s dust through the back door.
By C. E. Fintusabout a year ago in The Swamp
Trump-Zelensky Meeting Ends Abruptly – What It Means for U.S. Ukraine Relations
The recent meeting between former U.S. President Donald Trump and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy took a dramatic turn, ending abruptly after a heated exchange. The unexpected breakdown of talks has raised significant concerns about the future of U.S. support for Ukraine and the broader implications for global geopolitics. Here’s what happened and what it could mean for U.S.-Ukraine relations moving forward.
By Bevy Osuosabout a year ago in The Swamp
