On September 23, 2025, Tennessee State University (TSU) removed an unauthorized group known as the “Fearless Debaters” from its campus. The group, displaying controversial signage, sought to stage a “debate table” without prior permission, violating university policy. TSU officials emphasized the professionalism of its students during the incident and reaffirmed its commitment to safety. The event highlights broader tensions surrounding free speech and the deliberate targeting of HBCUs, prompting the university to review policies and strengthen security measures.
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Technical difficulties plagued Donald Trump’s address to the United Nations, with Portuguese audio briefly overlapping his speech. These issues, including a malfunctioning escalator and teleprompter, led to accusations of sabotage from some conservative social media users, despite Trump’s uninterrupted 50-minute address. In the speech, Trump criticized the UN on various topics and made several inaccurate economic claims, while also complaining about climate change. White House officials responded with wry comments on social media in response to the incident.
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During a broadcast on Real America’s Voice, Steve Bannon labeled a third of America’s teachers as “terrorists.” This statement was made while discussing the late Charlie Kirk’s conservative ideals, which Bannon claimed young people are drawn to despite the “radical” influences they face. Bannon’s comments reflect a broader MAGA rhetoric of viewing the left as a terrorist threat, mirroring statements made by other prominent figures. Following Kirk’s assassination, Bannon declared that “we are at war in this country.”
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The recent indefinite suspension of Jimmy Kimmel due to remarks about Charlie Kirk highlights a concerning trend of stifled free speech, mirroring tactics once employed by the left. This “woke” right, led by figures like Donald Trump and J.D. Vance, is attempting to silence dissent, often using the same justification previously used by social justice activists. Unlike past crackdowns, this effort lacks widespread support and a clear mandate, relying instead on fear and intimidation. Ultimately, this MAGA-driven cultural control is doomed to fail, as it lacks the cultural backing of previous periods of moral panic, and the First Amendment will continue to be challenged but never destroyed.
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Ted Cruz: MAGA “will regret” what it did to Jimmy Kimmel
Ted Cruz, in an unexpected twist, seems to be aligning himself with a viewpoint that many people, myself included, find themselves surprisingly agreeing with: that the actions taken against Jimmy Kimmel by some within the MAGA movement were a step too far. This is not a straightforward endorsement of Kimmel, nor is it an abandonment of Cruz’s core political affiliations. Instead, it’s a recognition of a dangerous precedent. It’s a statement that resonates with the fundamental principles of free speech and the potential for a backlash when those principles are violated.… Continue reading
In the wake of a shooting, Rep. Ronny Jackson proposed the mass institutionalization of transgender people, claiming they suffer from underlying psychiatric illnesses and pose a threat to society. Jackson asserted that trans individuals, particularly trans women, exhibit an “underlying level of aggressiveness” and must be taken “off the streets” and the internet. This rhetoric reflects increasing anti-trans sentiment, with Jackson likening transgender issues to a “virus” and a “cancer.” Other Republicans have echoed similar sentiments, with some calling for further restrictions and dehumanization of the transgender community.
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Following the assassination of conservative activist Charlie Kirk, Attorney General Pam Bondi announced her intention to investigate and target “hate speech,” sparking immediate backlash from MAGA figures and conservative influencers. This stance directly contradicted Kirk’s own previously stated views, where he asserted that “hate speech” does not legally exist in America and is protected by the First Amendment. Prominent conservatives like Erick Erickson and Matt Walsh condemned Bondi’s position, with various online personalities voicing disapproval and calling for other crackdowns. Bondi’s comments were made amid broader discussions about free speech following Kirk’s death, despite the unknown motives of the alleged killer, and were also accompanied by a reinforcement of the message with an X post.
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Barstool Sports founder Dave Portnoy faced backlash on social media after a clip from his broadcast appeared to suggest that Donald Trump played a role in the hypothetical assassination of Charlie Kirk. The controversy arose from a misinterpretation of Portnoy’s statement, which, when taken in context, was actually criticizing the divisive political climate and suggesting Trump’s divisiveness contributed to the issue. Portnoy clarified that he wasn’t blaming Trump but highlighting how his presence fuels political tensions, leading to a swift response from MAGA supporters who were quick to condemn the shorter, out-of-context clip. Portnoy responded by sharing the full clip and denouncing the accusations.
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Following the death of right-wing activist Charlie Kirk, 22-year-old Tyler Robinson was arrested and accused of the fatal shooting. Republicans and right-wing media quickly seized upon Kirk’s murder to advance their political agenda, blaming the left for the rise in political violence. This resulted in calls for investigations and crackdowns on left-wing groups, even before the investigation was underway. The administration, fueled by inaccurate information, aimed to intimidate and crack down on political opponents, leading to a heightened political divide.
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