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America First News
19 May 2023
#illegals
The Epoch Times: University of California Could Provide Illegal Immigrant Students With Job Opportunities
The University of California Board of Regents has agreed to create a working group to explore potentially employing illegal immigrants across its campus system. The move comes in response to an advocacy campaign by illegal immigrant student organizers at the university calling for thousands of illegal immigrant students to be granted equal access to on-campus opportunities. The next steps will be discussed by November 30, and a decision will be made then. Advocates argue that California state law allows public entities, such as universities, to hire the most qualified applicant for all educational employment positions regardless of immigration status, while opponents have raised concerns over the Supreme Court’s repeated recognition that federal law preempts state or local immigration actions and that such a move could result in the loss of federal funding.
#politics
The Epoch Times: IN-DEPTH: How Did the NDP and UCP Impact Alberta While in Power?
The NDP and UCP are competing for the position of majority government in Alberta. The NDP raised the minimum wage and taxes, froze public service spending and promoted public infrastructure projects. The UCP lowered the general business tax under the Red Tape Reduction initiative and held a provincial referendum to remove equalization from Canada's Constitution. Additionally, the UCP repealed the carbon tax, challenged the federal carbon tax and the Impact Assessment Act in court and created the Canadian Energy Centre. The two parties differ in their healthcare and education policies.
American Thinker: AOC’s call for trucker boycott of Florida an embarrassing flop
Representative Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez called for a trucker boycott of Florida over the state's "anti-immigrant" policies without discernible effect. The President of Florida Trucking Association is aware of the calls for boycott but has not heard of any issues. Corporate media sources reported "empty shelves" due to protests but one video was from October while another showed a recent refrigeration issue at a Walmart Supercenter. Ocasio-Cortez's influence with true working class Hispanics in Florida appears to be a tiny fraction of what she imagined.
The Epoch Times: [Live May19 4PM ET] Devin Nunes and Kash Patel on the Durham Report
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Durham's report disappointed those seeking accountability for the FBI's unlawful investigation of Trump's 2016 campaign, following six years of demands. Nunes and Patel, who first exposed FBI crimes and abuses in the Trump-Russia probe, provide their verdict in this live edition of Over The Target.
The Federalist: La. House Passes Constitutional Amendment To Ban 'Zuckbucks'
Louisiana’s House of Representatives has passed an amendment proposal that would ban private funds from being used to conduct elections, meaning no funds, goods, or services could be donated by foreign governments or nongovernmental sources. The amendment would still require approval from the state Senate and from Louisiana voters in Oct. 14 elections. Louisiana was given $1.1 million in private funds during the 2020 election. Left-wing nonprofits, such as the Alliance for Election Excellence, are attempting a similar strategy for the 2024 elections, where they will provide election offices “scholarships” to cover membership costs in order to spread their influence.
The Epoch Times: 'Renewables Are Not the Holy Grail', Energy Boss
Santos CEO Kevin Gallagher warns Australia could face significant problems if it phases out oil and gas in favour of renewables. Gallagher claims oil and gas are vital for modern society, as it provides feedstock for fertilisers and chemicals, and it fires the high-temperature furnaces required for bricks and cement. He emphasises the importance of maintaining investments in new gas supply to reduce energy prices and minimise costs of production/consumption, stating that while renewables are part of the solution, they are not the holy grail. Gallagher also notes that the freedom that people take for granted is possible because of fossil fuels.
The former Morrison government refused an application to extend an exploration permit for drilling oil and gas offshore off the coast of New South Wales, due to community opposition and lack of reasonable grounds. Santos lost an appeal against a Federal Court's decision that prevented the company from resuming drilling on its Barossa gas project due to risk to sacred sites and spiritual connection. The industry also faces a wave of legislative changes since the Labor government came to power, with the introduction of a gas price cap limiting wholesale gas prices and an overhaul of the petroleum resource rent tax (PRRT) imposing a new cap on the use of deductions.
The Epoch Times: Veteran Public Affairs Commentator Quits Writing Politics, Citing Risks of Hong Kong Jail
Tim Hamlett, a former journalism professor and public affairs commentator, has announced he will stop writing about Hong Kong politics. In a blog post and opinion piece for Hong Kong Free Press, Hamlett cited the “dangerous times” for those who criticize the government’s version of events and decisions by media outlets to cancel columnists. He also noted reports of legal intimidation and student union bans. Hamlett has received anonymous threats in the past. He concluded that writing comments on public affairs is only feasible when two parties participate in a dialogue, and that Hong Kong politics are no longer conducted in public.
Fox News: China’s threat to our national security that might surprise you
Chinese-backed individuals and companies purchasing land in the United States presents a monumental national security risk. Their ownership of U.S. farmland has the potential to affect our food security, economic stability, and military readiness. Chinese-owned farming operations could survey and gather information about our military installations that could enable unauthorized access or even attacks. Moreover, they could influence companies that supply the military, leading to the possibility of sabotage or technological theft. Chinese investors now own approximately 385,000 acres of American farmland, double the amount just three years ago.
The Right Scoop: Unprofessional John Fetterman comes to press conference wearing shorts and a hoodie!
John Fetterman shows up to a Democrat Senate press conference wearing shorts and a sweatshirt, while others wear suits. He then reads a pre-written note on debt ceiling negotiations.
Red State: Moore to the Point - Don't Insult Our Intelligence
During the House Judiciary subcommittee hearing on the Weaponization of the Federal Government, Democrats felt insulted by suggestions that they did not understand what a "whistleblower" is. The committee Democrats defended the FBI and its intelligence role, with some even retaliating against the witnesses calling out the agency's overreach. Those in power become protective of the Intelligence Community when it sets its sights on their political opposition.
#society
Fox News: Comedian heckled in viral clip defends Dylan Mulvaney jokes: Comedy club 'one of the last places for freedom'
Comedian Chrissie Mayr defends her right to make offensive jokes during her stand-up shows, arguing that comedy clubs are some of the last free places in society. She faced criticism for her jokes about trans woman Dylan Mulvaney, with several audience members walking out of her show in Dallas. Mayr also criticized the transgender community for acting like the "protected class du jour" and argued for true equality to include the ability to joke about everyone. Mayr sees comedy clubs as places to freely express controversial opinions and uncomfortable truths.
#war
The Epoch Times: South Korea Agrees to Provide Ukraine With $130 Million Financial Aid
South Korea will provide Ukraine with $130 million in financial aid for humanitarian purposes in the face of the ongoing Russian war in Ukraine. South Korean Foreign Minister Park Jin pledged this amount after meeting with Ukraine's first lady, who requested assistance in the form of ambulances and other equipment. South Korea previously provided Ukraine with $100 million in financial aid, but President Yoon Suk-yeol suggested that the country may consider extending military aid if there were a "large-scale attack on civilians." Russia criticized Yoon for this stance, warning that weapons supply "will obliquely mean a certain stage of involvement in this conflict."
Euromaidan Press: Zelenskyy joins Arab League summit in Saudi Arabia
Ukrainian President Zelenskyy visited a summit of the Arab League in Saudi Arabia. He urged Arab nations to aid the release of Ukrainian POWs in Russian detention. Zelenskyy also met with Prime Minister Mohammed bin Salman Al Saud.
#foreignaffairs
Daily Wire: Pfizer CEO, Stacey Abrams, WEF Prez, And Other Elites Participate In Secretive Meeting In Portugal To Discuss AI, Ukraine
World elites, including individuals from Pfizer, U.S. intelligence, and the World Economic Forum, are attending the annual Bilderberg meeting in Portugal to discuss topics such as AI, Ukraine, and China. The meeting, which features 130 participants from 23 countries, is under the Chatham House Rule, and attendees take part as individuals, not in an official capacity. Among the attendees are political and military figures, media and cultural figures, and business leaders, including some linked to the Biden administration.
#economy
The Epoch Times: Wall Street Opens Higher on Hopes of Debt Ceiling Deal
Stocks start higher on Wall Street as investors remain hopeful for a deal to avoid a U.S. debt default. Dow Jones Industrial Average up by 0.14%, S&P 500 up 0.15%, Nasdaq Composite up by 0.16%.
Forbes: Foot Locker Stock Crashes After Sales Plummet 11%
Foot Locker sales dropped 11.4% in Q1 2023, causing a decline of $97m in net income and leading to a 25% fall in stock prices. The decline in sales is expected to continue due to rising discounts aimed at driving demand and managing inventory.
The Epoch Times: Ottawa’s New Fuel Regulations Will Increase Cost of Gas 17 Cents per Litre by 2030: PBO
New Clean Fuel Regulations will raise the price of gas in Canada by around 17 cents per litre by 2030, according to Parliamentary Budget Officer (PBO) Yves Giroux. The regulations will also decrease Canada's GDP by up to 0.3% in 2030. The primary cost will fall unequivocally on lower-income households, who tend to devote more of their spending to transport and energy-intensive goods and services.
The Epoch Times: Disney Scraps Plans to Build $900 Million Florida Campus Amid DeSantis Feud, Cites 'Changing Business Conditions;'
Disney is scrapping plans to build a nearly $900 million corporate campus in Lake Nona, Florida, causing a loss of roughly 2,000 jobs. The decision was announced in an email to workers by Josh D’Amaro, chairman of Disney’s parks, experiences, and products division, who stated “changing business conditions” as the reason, but added that Disney still plans to invest $17 billion in Florida over the next 10 years and create an additional 13,000 jobs. Plans to scrap the construction were made amid Disney’s ongoing legal battle with Florida Governor Ron DeSantis, initially sparked by Disney's opposition to the state’s “Don’t Say Gay” bill, which was signed into law by DeSantis in March.
Disney has cancelled its planned $900m corporate campus in Florida, which was expected to house roughly 2,000 employees, due to “changing business conditions", and despite the state offering $570m in tax breaks. Commenting on the decision, Disney’s Josh D’Amaro stated that employees who had already relocated to Florida would be spoken to individually regarding a potential move back to Burbank, where Disney is headquartered. The decision comes after Disney opposed a law signed into law in March by Florida Governor Ron DeSantis banning instruction on gender identity and sexual orientation in public schools for kindergarten through third grade, and amid Disney’s ongoing legal battle with the Florida Governor.
#culture
The Blaze: Disney's Star Wars $5,000-a-night nerd hotel fails fantastically
Disney is closing its Star Wars-themed hotel after it failed spectacularly. The hotel was supposed to be the most immersive Star Wars experience ever, with various activities, costumed employees and live music. However, the high price of $1,209 per guest per night or $4,809 total quickly put prospective guests off. The hotel will close on September 28, although new bookings will open at the end of May.
#health
Fox News: New Hampshire House approves making state's expanded Medicaid program permanent
New Hampshire House gives preliminary approval to make the state's Medicaid program permanently available, despite attempts from Republicans to set another expiration date or change the program with job requirements and drug testing. The proposal was passed by the Republican-led Senate with unanimous support, but faced opposition from Republicans in the House. Supporters argue that the program has contributed to a healthier and more resilient workforce, with 70% of the state's Medicaid recipients working full or part time. The bill has broad support from the business community, health care providers, and advocates for low-income residents.
The Epoch Times: Time To Heal: Former Pussycat Doll Jessica Sutta's Experience With Neurological Symptoms After the Moderna Vaccine
Former Pussycat Dolls member Jessica Sutta experienced severe neurological symptoms after receiving the Moderna COVID-19 vaccine. She suffered from muscle spasms, headaches, brain fog, nerve pain, and tremors, and was eventually diagnosed with fibromyalgia and symptoms similar to multiple sclerosis. Her physician diagnosed her symptoms as vaccine-related side effects, and research has shown a link between demyelinating neurological conditions and COVID-19 vaccines. Sutta's experience highlights the need for more awareness and support for those who have suffered from vaccine-related injuries, and for individuals to prioritize their overall health and well-being through a healthy lifestyle.
Daily Wire: Liberal Pollsters Try To Bury Poll That Found Americans Oppose Transgender Procedures On Children: Report
A new poll by a Democrat-linked polling group, Change Research, reportedly found that 60% of Americans believe that sex is assigned at birth and cannot be changed, while 56% oppose prescribing puberty blockers to children and 60% oppose sex-altering surgeries. However, The Daily Mail claims that the group did not release these findings, and instead privately discussed plans to "rebrand puberty blockers" with a view to "educating" the public. After gaining access to an invitation-only web event hosted by the group, the Mail alleges they were later uninvited but still managed to attend using a personal email address. Change Research has conducted polls for Democrat political candidates and organisations including the NAACP and AFL-CIO.
#education
Fox News: New York City Public Schools chancellor reverses ChatGPT restrictions: report
NYC schools are lifting restrictions on AI chatbot, ChatGPT, for use in education after discussions on ethics and content security.
#crime
Daily Wire: Black Suspects Killed Handyman Because They ‘Wanted To Kill A White Person’: Police Detective
Two black suspects killed a white handyman while he was installing a mailbox in Louisiana. One of the suspects admitted that race was a factor. The police had arrested the two suspects and charged them with Lawrence Herr's murder.
Fox News: Michigan clerk facing involuntary manslaughter charges related to fatal gas station shooting
A gas station clerk in Detroit was charged with involuntary manslaughter after he locked a customer inside during a dispute over a small purchase, which led to the fatal shooting of another customer on May 6. The clerk, Al-Hassan Aiyash, pushed a security button to unlock the door, but didn’t tell the men seconds before the shooting began. The alleged shooter, Samuel Anthony McCray, has been charged with first-degree murder, among other charges.
#outdoors
Field & Stream: I Love Turkey Hunting Even Though I Hate it
After a week of turkey hunting, the author has learned some hard lessons, like never underestimating the cold of a Midwestern morning, or calling to a turkey that can see you. Despite his frustrations, he sets out on the last day of the season with a solid plan to hunt a narrow strip between two large patches of timber. Using a calm and patient approach, he finally manages to shoot a turkey, ending his season on a high note.
#other
Forbes: How AR Mirrors Offer Visual Marketing Meets User Generated Content For Fashion And Beauty Retail
Coach has partnered with augmented reality (AR) platform ZERO10 to offer customers the chance to try on digital versions of the Tabby Bag in-store. Customers can choose from eight digital iterations with special effects, such as butterfly wings and download their look to share on social media. The features are powered by computer vision that renders clothing in 4K resolution in real-time. ZERO10 specialises in digital clothing try-on, and this marks the first time that it has expanded its offering to include bags. Previously, the platform worked with Tommy Hilfiger on in-store immersive AR mirrors for the Tommy x Shawn collection launch.
Forbes: Is Anyone Actually Watching Amazon’s $300 Million ‘Citadel’?
Amazon's big-budget spy series, Citadel, debuted to significant viewership on Amazon, but lacks recognition. Despite being the number one series on Prime for episode 5, it is unclear how big its fan base is, given that Amazon Prime has far fewer original productions compared to Netflix. By its premiere, the show is estimated to have done around 25 million viewers, but Citadel's reviews from critics are not great, with only a 54% rating on Rotten Tomatoes. Its audience score was better at 71%, and it is unclear whether a second season has been greenlit.