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America First News
18 May 2023
#politics
Flag And Cross: GOP Faces Major Upset as Democrat Flips Seat in Largest Republican-Controlled City
In a close and high-dollar election, Democrat Donna Deegan has won the mayoral race in Jacksonville, beating Republican Daniel Davis. Deegan cited crossover votes from Republicans and independents as instrumental to her victory and emphasised her desire for unity over division. Despite more registered Republican voters casting ballots than Democrats, Deegan takes office as the first Democratic mayor of the largest city with a Republican mayor in the nation. The Democratic victory follows a November midterm election in which the party was roundly defeated in Florida, including Republican Governor Ron DeSantis winning re-election by nearly 20 points.
The Epoch Times: Communists Control Minnesota
Communists and Marxists have taken over Minnesota since the early 1900s, with ties to the Labor Party and influence on politicians from city councils to the governor's office. They push left-wing policies through Agenda 2030 to advance communism in the Midwest.
The Epoch Times: San Clemente to Appoint New Councilor May 23 to Fill Seat Vacated by Councilman Moving out of California
San Clemente City Council approved plans to choose a replacement for Councilman Gene James, who resigned to move to Wyoming, during their May 16 meeting. A special meeting will be held on May 23 to vet 23 applicants who have applied for the position, and each applicant will be given three minutes to make a statement, followed by questions from the council. The selected applicant will serve until November 2024.
Washington Free Beacon: Soros-Backed Group Pushes Chicago Mayor To Slash Funding for 'Racist' Police Force
Democratic megadonors Soros and Omidyar are funding a left-wing group called the Action Center on Race and the Economy, which is calling for Chicago's mayor to cut the police budget by 9% and eliminate 1,000 vacant police positions, while also raising taxes on businesses with a $33 per employee "head tax." The group hopes to raise $12 billion for a "just Chicago" and "true community safety." Critics say the proposals will exacerbate Chicago's high crime rates and compel major corporations to leave the city. The mayor's office distanced itself from the plan, stating that the mayor's tax proposals are less drastic.
Daily Wire: Canadian Police Arrest Teenager Handing Out Bibles During Altercation With ‘Pro-Transgender’ Activists: Report
Police arrested a Canadian teenager for allegedly causing a disturbance and provoking violence at a pro-transgender counter-protest in Calgary, Alberta. Josh Alexander, 16, was handing out bibles during the protest supported by the Liberty Coalition Canada. Alexander claimed that Calgary police arrested him because his views were too "inflammatory" to be expressed near Western Canada HS. Despite warnings of possible arrest and charges, Alexander continued handing out bibles, stating that he is not ashamed of the gospel of Christ. Maxime Bernier, leader of the People’s Party of Canada, accused law enforcement of displaying a double standard of justice.
Washington Free Beacon: Two Democratic Senators Are Not Compos Mentis. The Press Is Only Paying Attention to One.
Senators Feinstein and Fetterman have both returned to the Senate after medical absences, but only Fetterman receives positive media coverage despite struggling with severe mental impairment. Feinstein, the oldest member of the Senate, faces calls for resignation due to her senility and holdup of the Democratic agenda. Fetterman, who checked himself into Walter Reed Hospital for severe clinical depression, is declared "ready to work" by media despite incoherent remarks.
Foreign Policy: Russia Renews Black Sea Grain Initiative in Last-Minute Negotiations
Russia extends the Black Sea Grain Initiative for another two months, allowing Ukraine to export commercial food and fertilizer to the rest of the world. This step prevents Russia from conducting a full-scale maritime blockade of Ukrainian grain and worsen global food insecurity, particularly for developing nations. There have been concerns over Russia's strategy to have an effective bargaining chip to curtail Western sanctions on Russian grain and fertilizer exports.
Ecuador's President Guillermo Lasso has dissolved the country's National Assembly amid impeachment hearings over alleged embezzlement, using a constitutional measure known as "mutual death" that grants him power to rule by decree for six months or until new snap elections are held. The military has promised to maintain peace if violence erupts, and the National Electoral Council has seven days to call for new elections to be held within three months. Additionally, a newly published U.N. World Meteorological Organization report warns of global temperature rises in the next five years with a 98% likelihood of at least one year between 2023 and 2027 being the warmest on record. ( )
The Federalist Papers: Democrat Senator Has Massive Memory Lapse in Alarming Interaction with Reporter
Senator Dianne Feinstein of California faced mounting concern from Democrats over her prolonged absence from the Capitol due to complications from shingles, sparking talks of her inability to perform her duties in the Senate. Feinstein received criticism from fellow Democrat, Representative Ro Khanna, who called for her resignation. Democratic Senator Richard Blumenthal came to Feinstein's defense, stating that her voting duties were crucial, adding that he himself had returned to work after falling recently. While her supporters acknowledge that Feinstein is a fighter, they express that she ought to resign in the interests of her health.
#society
The Epoch Times: Gov. Newsom Sets Up Soviet-Style Hate Snitch Line
California Governor Gavin Newsom has launched a new hotline for reporting hate crimes that aims to provide a safe, anonymous platform for witnesses and victims to submit their complaints. However, experts have warned that the broad and vague definition of "hate incidents" outlined in the California Civil Rights Department's guidelines risks unfairly branding innocent behaviours as criminal. The program allows anyone to report an offence, regardless of whether it occurred inside or outside the state. Critics of the program see the initiative as detrimental, fostering a snitch culture that could infringe on people's privacy and create tension, shattering the very fabric of civility that makes society possible.
Washington Free Beacon: Prince Harry and Meghan Say They Were Chased by NY Paparazzi. Nope, Says Their Cab Driver.
Prince Harry, Meghan Markle and her mother were involved in a near-accident car chase with media photographers after attending an awards ceremony in New York. Their spokesperson said that half a dozen paparazzi cars with blackened windows closely followed them, disregarding their safety and putting other drivers, pedestrians and law enforcement officials at risk. The chase lasted for over two hours. Some reports refute the aggression of the media chase.
#foreignaffairs
Fox News: Rep. Gallagher says US needs to take off 'golden blindfolds' and 'open our eyes' to China risk
Rep. Mike Gallagher warns of risks posed by China and urges the US to remove "golden blindfolds" regarding China's human rights abuses and threat to American businesses. The Wednesday hearing focused on strategic competition between the United States and CCP. Witnesses testified about the "pervasive scope" of CCP's economic espionage and crimes including undermining the rule of law and criminalizing due diligence.
Forbes: The Perils of Litigating Climate Change In Partial Courts
The world without oil means a bleak future. Mechanization of work is what the developed world enjoys, and without oil, it will become incredibly primitive. The Supreme Court's decision to not intervene in climate change lawsuits will allow court shopping, as seen in an upcoming case in Hawaii. The background of Chief Justice Recktenwald points to a distinct lack of impartiality, and his association with those who share his views on climate reveals his ideological slant. This speaks to the importance of reining in a judicial strategy that could spiral out of control. Life without oil means that the world will be too poor to spend time improving the environment, let alone finding a cleaner alternative.
Human Events: Starbucks implements woke colonization of India with viral ad
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: Starbucks' recent ad featuring a trans person was met with backlash and calls to boycott the brand. This exemplifies how American brands are exporting their woke values and ideology alongside their products. The United Nations and US are also imposing their values onto other countries, pushing for abortion and gender ideology in Kenya, for instance, despite the opposition of local women who prefer basic necessities like food, water, and healthcare. The new colonization is less about religion and more about enforcing woke beliefs on others.
#economy
Forbes: Dow Jumps 400 Points As This Billionaire Investor Says Stock Market Has Room To Grow
Stocks gained due to the AI boom despite a suboptimal macroeconomic backdrop, with the Dow Jones, S&P 500, and Nasdaq rising by 1.2% or more on Wednesday. Megacap tech stocks like Tesla, Nvidia, Amazon, Meta, Alphabet, Microsoft, and Apple, which have rallied more than $1tn year-to-date collectively, announced AI developments which fuelled investor optimism. Hedge fund billionaire Steve Cohen sees an AI-fuelled increase in corporate profits, thus strengthening his positive outlook on the market as a whole; contrary strategies of Wells Fargo Strategist, Scott Wren highlight that stocks could face a "rocky road" later this year. Tesla CEO, Elon Musk, added the most to his net worth of anybody on earth Wednesday with a $5 billion bump.
#culture
Forbes: Crowdfunding Is Creating A Bonanza For Comic Art Fans
Clover Press will publish two new artist retrospective editions of David Mack and Alex Maleev, following crowdfunding campaigns. Crowdfunding enables creators to finance beautiful deluxe editions under the complete control of the artist, forging closer connections with fans. Other campaigns are also being launched, including those for Arthur Adams and Jorge "Zurdo" Molina. Crowdfunding solves the problem of printing expensive art books while removing financial risk for publishers, while also enabling artists to cement relationships with complete control of their projects and decision-making. This model is becoming mainstream and provides a direct way to finance the publication of art retrospectives.
Forbes: Celebrity Deaths 2023: Jerry Springer, Harry Belafonte Among Stars Who Have Died This Year
Soap opera star Jacklyn Zeman of General Hospital fame dies at 70. Jerry Springer, controversial host of "The Jerry Springer Show," dies at 79. Legendary singer and civil rights activist Harry Belafonte dies at 96. Other notable deaths in 2023 include actor Lance Reddick, singer Bobby Caldwell, actress Raquel Welch, songwriter Burt Bacharach, sitcom star Cindy Williams, musician David Crosby, and singer Lisa Marie Presley.
Daily Wire: ‘Women’s Swimsuits Aren’t Accessorized With A Bulge’: Riley Gaines Slams Adidas Swimwear Line Modeled By Male
Adidas faced backlash for using male models to promote its line of women's swimsuits, including its "Pride Swimsuit" created in partnership with South African designer Rich Mnisi. Former college swimmer Riley Gaines criticized the move, saying it was about "erasing women" and that companies could at least say the suit is "unisex." Many agreed, with some calling it "sickening" and "the latest example of women being erased." Republican Representative Nancy Mace also commented by tweeting, "I'm old enough to remember when women actually modeled women's bathing suits, not men." The Adidas x Rich Mnisi Pride collection was created as part of the company's effort to honor the LGBTQIA+ community alongside its Global Purpose partner Athlete Ally.
#health
PJ Media: Failed Johnson & Johnson COVID Vaccine No Longer Available in US
Johnson & Johnson's Covid-19 vaccine is no longer available in the US as all remaining doses expired last week. Providers have been directed to dispose of any remaining doses. 19 million people in the US have received the vaccine while more than 31.5 million doses have been delivered to states and other jurisdictions, leaving about 12.5 million unused. The FDA limited the use of the J&J vaccine to adults who cannot receive a different vaccine or specifically request it due to rare but serious risks of blood clots, and have recommended that Americans use Pfizer or Moderna vaccines. The rushed procurement of J&J vaccines has been a waste of taxpayer money.
The Epoch Times: CalOptima Offers Stipend at Cal State Fullerton to Entice Next Generation of Social Workers
CalOptima will invest $5 million in stipends over five years for California State University–Fullerton students pursuing a master’s degree in social work. Students starting next fall will receive $20,000 a year in exchange for committing to two years of full-time work in public health settings or CalOptima contracted agencies post-graduation. The CalOptima Board chose Fullerton College because it is the only public institute in Orange County to offer a master’s in social work.
The Epoch Times: Appeals Court Seems Skeptical of Biden Admin Arguments in Favor of Abortion Pill
A federal appeals court is considering a challenge to a lower court ruling that overturned the FDA's approval of mifepristone, a medication used to induce abortion. The case is one of many following the Supreme Court's decision to overturn Roe v. Wade and return regulation of abortion to the states. The lower court found that the FDA had wrongly approved mifepristone without adequate evidence of safety and effectiveness, and lifted restrictions on its use without considering the risks. The DOJ has challenged the ruling, arguing that it unfairly undermines FDA scientific expertise and harms women's health. The appeals court has not yet issued a ruling.
#education
Fox News: Book publisher sues Florida school district over book bans, violation of 1A rights: 'This cannot stand'
Penguin Random House and PEN America sue Florida's Escambia County School District for banning books without following review policies, promoting censorship.
#crime
Fox News: Texas science teacher shoots son, stepdaughter after assaulting wife, police say
Texas science teacher Thomas Boykin allegedly shot his son and stepdaughter following an argument with his wife. Boykin, 52, was charged with three counts of aggravated assault, family violence, and serious bodily injury. The incident occurred on Tuesday, and both victims received medical treatment.
Fox News: New York man sentenced to 14 years in prison for running narcotics out of day care
Drug operation run out of NY daycare. Lex Lloyd sentenced to 14yrs & guilty of attempted murder, drug & weapons possession, endangering children, & menacing. DA credits ATF & other agencies for investigation. ( )
Fox News: Delaware woman charged with terroristic threatening after road rage incident in daycare parking lot: police
Delaware woman Tyesha Bethea was charged with multiple felonies after allegedly hitting another driver's car with a gun during a road rage incident. Bethea denies any wrongdoing and claims she did not hit the other driver's vehicle. However, officers found a loaded 9mm handgun hidden under a child's car seat and Bethea was subsequently arrested.
Flag And Cross: Shocking New Legal Motion Threatens the Release of Transgender Nashville Shooter's Manifesto
The Covenant School's legal team filed a motion to prevent the release of the manifesto by Audrey Hale, who committed mass murder at the school. The legal team argued that releasing the manifesto could impair the school's ability to protect the privacy of its employees and students. The debate over releasing the manifesto has largely been along political lines, with Tennessee GOP lawmakers and police groups calling for their release while Democrats focus on gun-control legislation in response to the shooting. The transgender identity of the shooter has prompted some LGBTQ groups to argue against the dissemination of the manifesto.
Forbes: Limo Operator Convicted Of Manslaughter After Crash Killed 20
Nauman Hussain, the operator of Prestige Limousine, has been found guilty of second-degree manslaughter on 20 counts after one of his limousines crashed and killed 20 people in upstate New York in 2018. During the trial, prosecutors argued that Hussain knew about the unsafe conditions of the car, and at one point even removed an out-of-service sticker from the windshield of the limo before the crash. Hussain's sentencing hearing is set for May 31.
#sports
Forbes: Bernardo Silva Borrows Erling Haaland Skills To Send Man City To Champions League Final
Manchester City beat Real Madrid 5-1 on aggregate to reach the final of the UEFA Champions League with Bernardo Silva scoring two crucial goals in the second leg. Silva showed impressive goal scoring instincts, sneaking behind Real's midfield and defense to find crucial spaces. Kevin De Bruyne was crucial in finding Silva in those spaces and the Portuguese midfielder showed composure to score with both his left foot and a header. Real struggled to find a way through City's high defensive line, which led them to change tactics midway through the first half. City is in a good place ahead of the final, with Silva likely to play a key role once again.
The Epoch Times: Formula One's Miami Grand Prix Revs up South Florida Economy to Tune of Hundreds of Millions of Dollars
The Formula One Miami Grand Prix returned in May for its second year, attracting over 270,000 attendees to the event. The race generated hundreds of millions of dollars in revenue for the South Florida economy and brought more business to the area's restaurants, clubs, and hotels. Despite some mixed reviews from locals who feel it caters only to the elite, the event has proved to be a necessary boost to the economy and hopes to gain support from future generations of racing enthusiasts.
#outdoors
Field & Stream: Best Ultralight Tents of 2023, Expert Tested and Reviewed
The best lightweight tents for camping are ultralight and highly portable, equipped with ample interior organization and gear storage, and feature excellent weather resistance and durability. The top picks include the Nemo Dragonfly OSMO, the Big Agnes Copper Spur HV UL, the Six Moon Designs Skyscape Trekker, the MSR Access 2, and the Black Diamond Mega Light 4P Tent. Our selection was based on weight, portability, durability, performance in various weather conditions, and product lifespan. The category selection aims to align each tent with its best-intended use.