Democratic senators are calling on the DEA to completely deschedule marijuana, and I couldn’t agree more. The current system has caused harm and has been ineffective in addressing the issue of marijuana prohibition. It’s time to legalize it and allow people to grow it, just like tomatoes. The fact that alcohol, with its addictive potential and known carcinogenic properties, is legal while marijuana is not is mind-boggling. The excise taxes that could be generated from marijuana sales alone are a strong argument for descheduling.
It’s frustrating to think about the wasted years, lives, and money that have gone into the failed war on drugs.… Continue reading
As someone who has been following the saga of Donald Trump’s potential prison sentence for years, I can’t help but express my skepticism and exhaustion. Time and time again, we have been promised justice, only to have those promises fade into thin air. The headlines shout, “Donald Trump likely going to prison for a long time,” but where is the action?
I understand the frustration of those who are eagerly waiting for Trump to face the consequences of his actions. Our justice system should hold all individuals accountable, regardless of their wealth or power. But the reality is that the rich and powerful often evade punishment, and Trump seems to be no exception.… Continue reading
Trump risks backlash as MAGA world zeroes in on Taylor Swift
The recent uproar over Taylor Swift’s potential endorsement of Joe Biden in the upcoming election has shown us just how absurd our political discourse has become. It seems that Trump and his MAGA supporters have fixated their attention on Swift, creating a storm of baseless accusations and assumptions. From conservative activist Charlie Kirk warning of a potential “tsunami” if Swift endorses Biden to Fox News host Jeanine Pirro telling her to stay out of politics, it’s clear that Trump and his supporters are terrified of Swift’s influence.
But what exactly has Swift done to garner such fear and anger?… Continue reading
Senator Josh Hawley, a prominent Republican figure, recently made a shocking admission about the stalling of the Border/Ukraine bill. According to various sources, Hawley revealed that this deliberate obstruction is solely aimed at making President Biden look bad. This revelation is deeply disheartening and highlights the extent to which some politicians prioritize personal gain over the well-being of the country and its citizens.
It is important to note that political games like these have real and devastating consequences. They cause suffering among the people who are directly impacted by these policy decisions. In the case of stalling the Border/Ukraine bill, it means leaving the border situation unresolved and potentially putting national security at risk.… Continue reading
To End ‘Nightmare’ in Gaza, Sanders Moves to Block Funding for Israeli Weapons | “Twenty-seven thousand dead—two-thirds of them women and children,” said the senator. “This is unacceptable.”
As I sit here, contemplating the horrific numbers presented by Senator Bernie Sanders, I am overwhelmed by a sense of anger, sadness, and frustration. How can such a humanitarian disaster be allowed to continue? How can we, as a supposedly civilized society, turn a blind eye to the suffering and devastation that has unfolded in Gaza?
The statistics are staggering. 27,000 dead, with two-thirds of them being women and children. 67,000 wounded. 1.8 million displaced from their homes.… Continue reading
Pentagon to MAGA world: You need to calm down over Taylor Swift
In the midst of the never-ending political turmoil that seems to consume every aspect of our lives, one would think that there are more pressing issues to focus on than Taylor Swift. Yet, somehow, the mere mention of her name seems to send the MAGA world into a frenzy. It’s truly mind-boggling.
Let’s take a step back and examine the root cause of this uproar. Taylor Swift, a beloved pop icon, has used her platform to encourage young people to register to vote. Seems harmless, right? Well, not according to the MAGA crowd.… Continue reading
Wisconsin Democrats inch closer to overturning Republican-drawn legislative maps
As a Wisconsin resident, I have been closely following the efforts of the Democrats to overturn the Republican-drawn legislative maps that have plagued our state for far too long. These maps were gerrymandered terribly and should have been redrawn years ago. It is a clear violation of democratic principles and an infringement on the voice of the electorate.
For years, our state has been held hostage by unfair and unrepresentative district lines. The Republicans have used their power to draw the maps in a way that ensures their continued dominance, regardless of the actual will of the people.… Continue reading
Disturbing Bill Would Let Arizona Legislators Ignore Election Results
As an American citizen who values democracy, it deeply concerns me to see the proposed bill in Arizona that would grant legislators the power to ignore election results. This bill, if passed, would give the legislature absolute control over the state’s electoral college votes, effectively disenfranchising millions of citizens. It is a blatant attempt by Republicans to undermine the principles of democracy and establish a White Christian Nationalist fascist state.
First and foremost, it is important to address the misguided notion that Republicans are solely interested in maintaining power and disregarding the will of the people.… Continue reading
Republican senators who walked out of the Oregon Legislature have received a major blow as the state Supreme Court ruled that they cannot seek reelection. As a concerned citizen, I am elated by this decision. It is only fair that individuals who abdicate their responsibilities as public servants face consequences for their actions.
Some Republicans may be upset by this ruling, but I fail to understand their grievances. After all, they chose to walk out, effectively abandoning their positions. I initially believed there were more than five senators involved, but regardless, this is a positive step forward.
One Republican senator, Senator Kim Thatcher, expressed her disappointment, claiming that the court’s decision was based on political rhetoric rather than precedent.… Continue reading
The recent revelations about the special counsel questioning witnesses regarding two rooms that were not searched inside Trump’s Mar-a-Lago residence have left many of us astounded and outraged. The fact that these rooms were not thoroughly investigated raises serious concerns about the integrity of the investigation and the potential for crucial evidence to be overlooked.
One key point that stands out is the changing of the lock on a closet while Trump’s attorney was present in the basement searching for classified documents. This raises suspicions about Trump’s alleged attempts to conceal these documents from both the FBI and his own attorney.… Continue reading
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