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America First News
22 May 2023
#politics
The Federalist Papers: US Senators Are Being Issued Satellite Phones in Preparation for a 'Disruptive Event'
Over 50 US senators have been provided with free satellite phones as a "security backstop" in the event of an emergency. Senate Sergeant at Arms Karen Gibson organised the offering of the phones to ensure "redundant and secure means of communication". The devices will be covered by federal funding, with service offered at no expense to senators. The claim was made satellite phones are designed to respond to any "man-made" or natural disaster that disrupts communication. Federal officials have not revealed which senators agreed to take the devices.
The Right Scoop: NAACP issues ludicrous travel advisory for Florida and the MSM jumps on it like a Trump scandal
Mainstream media amplifies NAACP's political attempt to turn black Americans against Governor DeSantis and Republicans in Florida with a ridiculous travel advisory, just as DeSantis is supposed to announce his 2024 campaign for president. The advisory is nothing but garbage and a phony narrative.
The New American: 20 State Attorneys General Urge Court to Dismiss Mexico’s Lawsuit Against U.S. Gun-makers - The New American
Twenty state attorneys general filed a "friend of the court" rebuttal to Mexico's appeal regarding a lawsuit filed in August 2021, claiming that American gun manufacturers actively facilitated the unlawful trafficking of their guns to drug cartels and other criminals in Mexico. The U.S. District Court in Massachusetts dismissed the lawsuit, stating that the Protection of Lawful Commerce in Arms Act (PLCAA) unequivocally bars lawsuits seeking to hold gun manufacturers responsible for the acts of individuals using guns for their intended purpose, and none of the exceptions were applicable. According to the state attorneys general, American gun manufacturers are not responsible for gun violence in Mexico, but rather, policy choices by the Mexican government, policy failures in the United States, and independent criminal actions by third parties are responsible.
The war against guns and their private ownership by sovereign citizens of the United States continues as anti-gun lawyers are considering the case as an opportunity to "clarify" the situation through international law that would override Congress. If the appeals court affirms the lower court's decision to dismiss Mexico's lawsuit against American gun manufacturers, there will be another one right behind it. Anti-gun lawyers are seeking the elimination of firearms privately held by American citizens, rather than justice or a reduction in gun violence.
The Federalist: If You Want To 'Drain The Swamp,' Then Drain The FBI
The FBI ran a campaign to frame Donald Trump as a Russian asset with baseless fabrications commissioned by Hillary Clinton, according to John Durham’s report. Obama’s Justice Department conducted illegal surveillance to undermine the 2016 election and the accusations of Trump-Russia collusion during his administration were entirely made up. The FBI has engaged in blatant misconduct at the behest of Democrat operatives and used counterterrorism resources against concerned parents who showed up at school board meetings, and began investigating Catholic parishes for “white supremacy”. It’s time to clean house instead of reprimanding the Justice Department for its weaponization of law enforcement resources against political opponents.
Red State: John Fetterman Has Turned the US Senate Into a Rehab Facility
Pennsylvania Senator John Fetterman is back at work after his stint in a mental health facility for depression. However, the press is praising Fetterman's casual new look of hoodies and gym shorts, while he works around the Senate’s dress code by voting from the Democratic cloakroom or the side entrance. Critics are uneasy with the Senate being turned into a rehab center, and Fetterman being treated as a child, while he has trouble formulating a sentence and continuing his duties.
National Review: The Corner: Tim Scott Stakes Out a Hawkish Lane in the GOP Primary
Senator Tim Scott launched his 2024 presidential campaign with a speech that courted controversy on foreign affairs, vowing to use the military to stop the inflow of illegal drugs and terrorists from Mexico. While Scott has sponsored legislation to choke off migrant and narcotics flows, this was the first time he has suggested deploying the military to tackle criminal enterprises south of the border. The move has been warmly received by GOP primary voters who want stronger border security, but critics warn that military intervention without the imprimatur of the host government could provoke a Mexican-American war.
Scott's hawkish foreign policy also extends to Russia, which he says is degrading US vital national interests in Ukraine and backing the country's pro-Russian rebels. He wants Washington to fund Ukraine's efforts to degrade the Russian military, arguing that controlling China will be tougher if Russia's partner in Eurasia triumphs. Scott has also staked his position on China, warning against Chinese nationals flooding into Mexico and Asian cartels using US-Chinese labs to kill Americans, though he hasn't outlined his strategy for countering the threat. Republicans objecting to Scott's foreign policy are likely to be more nationalistic, but his consistency might still win favour among voters.
Forbes: Trump Wishes Sen. Tim Scott ‘Good Luck’ In GOP Presidential Race: ‘Big Step Up’ From DeSantis
Former President Donald Trump wished Senator Tim Scott good luck in his presidential bid, but took a shot at Governor Ron DeSantis, calling him 'totally unelectable.' Trump welcomed Scott's entry into the Republican primary, and cited their successful partnership on Opportunity Zones. Scott has secured endorsement from Republican senators John Thune and Mike Rounds.
Daily Wire: Trump’s Social Media Company Files $3 Billion Defamation Lawsuit Against Washington Post
Trump's social media company seeks $3.78 billion in damages from The Washington Post for publishing a defamatory article. The article was published earlier this month accusing the company of securities fraud. Trump Media and Technology Group (TMTG) filed a lawsuit in a Sarasota County, Florida state court house on Saturday.
Red State: Biden Adm. Rebrands 'Scary Poppins' Disinformation Governance Board With New Free Speech 'Oversight' Agency
The Biden administration is accused of trying to suppress free speech with the creation of entities like the Disinformation Governance Board. After criticism, the board was disbanded and replaced by the Foreign Malign Influence Center, which falls under the Director of National Intelligence. While the FMIC appears to assess global threats, monitor election security, and partner with other intelligence agencies, its real goal is to regulate (or censor) information available to the public, worrying Americans regardless of political persuasion. The House has introduced the Protecting Speech from Government Interference Act to combat such actions.
#society
Newsbusters: TV Journalists Cheer NAACP’s Absurd ‘Travel Advisory’ Dinging DeSantis
Both CNN and MSNBC have given significant coverage to the NAACP's travel advisory telling black Americans to avoid Florida, with hosts on both networks spreading the warning while ignoring the organization's far-left background. On MSNBC, one host speculated that the travel advisory could cause Floridians to move away from the state. The NAACP's president and CEO, Derrick Johnson, was even invited onto both networks to talk about the press release, while NBC also covered the advisory on its Today show. Despite the organization claiming to be non-partisan, OpenSecrets data show that NAACP members have only donated to Democrats since 2016, and Johnson has been open about his far-left leanings.
The Federalist Papers: Uber's Diversity Chief Forced to Take Leave After Employee Outrage Over 'Don't Call Me Karen' Event
Uber's Chief of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion, Bo Young Lee, has been put on temporary leave after leading an event called "Don't Call Me Karen", which drew complaints from staff members who believed the event was neglectful of minority experiences. The event sparked backlash as employees felt that it detracted from the rising issue of systemic racism. Critics of the event pointed out that it was intended to be a productive discussion on race, but instead centered on the negative connotations behind the 'Karen' stereotype, igniting concerns over whether the event was diminishing the value and presence of minorities in society.
Gataway Couple: Would You Remove Someone's Clothes at a Laundromat?
A traveler asks for advice on whether to remove someone's clothes from a laundromat machine after the cycle has ended. Users are divided on whether this is rude or not. It's important to follow etiquette at a laundromat, including being considerate of others, keeping the environment clean, following the rules, not leaving clothes unattended, and avoiding overloading machines.
National Review: The Corner: The Cost of the Dream
Curbed interviews young New Yorkers on their dream life in the city, including their desired housing, neighborhood, family size, schools, leisure activities, and travel. The editors estimate the cost based on average prices and reveal the high cost of living in the city. This highlights a political problem where opportunity is concentrated in a few cities, leading to inflated housing prices and warped politics.
Spectator USA: The New World genocide myth
Indigenous leaders have called on Britain's King Charles III to acknowledge the impact of colonization and genocide on indigenous and enslaved peoples and redistribute wealth stolen from them. However, the argument for reparations is flawed, as it wrongly assumes that the majority of the UK's wealth is derived from colonialism or slavery, and that European colonization in the New World was genocidal. Historians have long avoided using the term "genocide" and recognize that the majority of native casualties in the New World were due to disease, not massacre or abuse. Claims of "genocide" are being taken advantage of by those who stand to profit from public shame based on misconceptions, and genuine scrutiny is nearly impossible in the current academic climate.
Native leaders' calls for reparations to be paid by the Crown and repatriation of artifacts to indigenous populations are based on the writings of politically-motivated genocide scholars, contributing to the harmful myth of perpetual victimization and doing more harm than good to modern native populations. Critics of the current academic climate suggest that the real, lifesaving data about the true causes of modern native social ills is being submerged. The possibility of valid criticism and robust challenge must be restored to historians and university administrators to ensure that science does not become dogma, and proofs become nothing more than clever words.
The Blaze: State Dept. offers free therapy to personnel 'triggered' by glitch that 'misgendered' employees with wrong pronouns
The State Department accidentally "misgendered" employees with a new IT feature allowing them to add preferred pronouns, leading to confusion and distress. The program was not fully tested before going live, causing emails to display random pronouns. Employees can contact a counseling service for emotional support.
#war
Foreign Policy: Russia Is Already Looking Beyond Ukraine
Russia plans to rebuild its forces, facing its new and expanded frontiers with NATO, according to Eastern European defence and military officials. Even as the war drags on in Ukraine, Russia aims to increase considerably its number of forces facing the Estonian and Latvian borders, with the potential to launch a limited incursion against NATO. Senior defence officials and military commanders in Eastern Europe doubt the narrative that Russia’s conventional military capabilities have been neutralised after over a year of gruelling battles in Ukraine. The assessments cast doubt on the notion that Russia’s ability to mobilize fresh troops, even poorly trained conscripts and reservists with aged equipment, has been eliminated after suffering heavy losses in Ukraine.
Euromaidan Press: Ukraine’s air defense takes down Russian attack helicopter near New York
A Russian attack helicopter was shot down by Ukrainian forces near New York in Donetsk Oblast using a MANPAD system. The helicopter crashed in the territory controlled by the Russian forces. This is one of many losses Russia has suffered during its invasion of Ukraine.
#economy
The Economist: Electric cars could be crucial for the EU to meet its climate goals
Electric cars have the potential to help the EU meet climate goals, but only if the charging infrastructure keeps pace with vehicle sales. Fully battery-powered cars made up 12.1% of cars registered in the European Union in 2022, and alternatively powered vehicles accounted for more than half of the EU car market during the last quarter. However, between 2016 and 2022, sales of electric cars grew almost three times faster than the number of charging points, and the EU will need to increase the number of public charging points to between 3.4m and 6.8m by 2030 to ensure electric vehicles play their full part in the EU’s climate goal.
"Fit for 55," a climate package of 13 proposals from the European Commission that aims to reduce emissions by 55% compared to 1990 levels by 2030, includes a ban on sales of new internal-combustion engines by 2035 and an expansion of targets for emission reductions by 2030, among other measures. Italy and Germany are among the EU member states pushing back on some of the proposals. Eight laws of the package still need to be approved. If all laws pass, the EU could become the world leader in the fight against climate change.
Red State: Bud Light's Efforts to Buy Back Their Own Supply Show Just How Badly They're Tanking
Anheuser-Busch InBev's Bud Light has witnessed a significant drop in sales (-26%) after being boycotted by a significant segment of its former customers, celebrities, and others. The boycott not only hit its flagship brand but other brands sold by Budweiser's parent company. Also, Anheuser-Busch found their stock downgraded by HSBC analysts because of the ongoing controversy. The boycott has disturbed the company's sustainability in the market.
Despite the controversies, Anheuser-Busch InBev has kept trying to save its face while blaming an outside ad agency, recognising transgender rights activists, and even addressing an elephant in the room. However, without a truthful solution to the boycott, none of its efforts has affected the problem. In response to low sales, Bud Light is buying back unsold cases of beer that are past their expiration dates, trying to pitch a new campaign with a veterans group and focusing their advertising on football and country music. Unless they address the elephant in the room by honestly addressing the boycott, the company's sales may continue to drop.
The Epoch Times: Supreme Court Overturns Lifetime Ban for Michigan Bank Executive
The Supreme Court unanimously reversed a lifetime ban on a banker from the financial services industry. The government alleged that Harry C. Calcutt III participated in improper lending practices that led to millions of losses at Michigan-based Northwestern Bank. The FDIC brought an enforcement action against Calcutt, which resulted in him being removed from his position and prohibited from further banking activities. The Supreme Court ruled that the U.S. Court of Appeals for the 6th Circuit had made an error in adjudicating Calcutt's case by deciding the case on different legal grounds than those invoked by the FDIC. The case was remanded to the FDIC to reconsider Calcutt's case anew, and the Supreme Court declined to take up the constitutional question raised by Calcutt.
#religion
Red State: Poll: Only Half of Americans Still Strongly Believe in God
Less than half of Americans express unshakeable belief in God, and church attendance is at a record low, according to surveys conducted by NORC and the Public Religion Research Institute (PRRI). The PRRI report documents a significant downturn in the Christian population of the United States, particularly among white demographics. Despite this, spirituality remains prevalent, with nearly three-quarters of Americans believing in an afterlife. The downturn in faith is observable across different generations, with the smallest proportion of religious affiliation in Generation Z.
#culture
The Epoch Times: Documentary Review: 'Close to Vermeer': The 17th-Century Artist Remains a Mystery
Director Suzanne Raes's documentary "Close to Vermeer" follows the debate over the authenticity of one of Johannes Vermeer's paintings and the efforts to gather the highest number of his works under one roof for an exhibit at the Rijksmuseum in Amsterdam. The film features Dr. Gregor J.M. Weber, the art director at the Rijksmuseum, a Vermeer enthusiast whose lack of people skills adds an unintentionally humorous element to the documentary. The film also examines the use of Camera Obscura and the work of various technicians examining paintings, as well as the emotional reactions of U.S. artist Jonathan Janson, regarded as a foremost Vermeer expert.
#health
Skilled Survival: Best Water Containers To Keep Your Family Safe & Alive
High-quality water containers are essential for survivalists and preppers, especially in emergency situations like severe weather or water shortages. Water is crucial for survival, and it's recommended to drink around half a gallon daily, making it essential to prepare ahead of time. Different types of water containers are available, including one-gallon jugs, military jerry cans, heavy plastic 5/10 gallon jugs, 55-gallon drums, water bladders, and larger capacity storage tanks that can hold over 100 gallons of water. It's important to choose the right type of container for your needs based on portability, capacity, sturdiness, and ease of use. ( )
For those looking for portable emergency water containers, there are several options, including Legacy Emergency Water Containers, Scepter Military Water Container, Reliance Products Aqua-Tainer 7 Gallon Water Container, AquaBrick Emergency Water Storage Containers, and WaterStorageCube BPA-Free Collapsible Water Container with Spigot. For those looking for stationary emergency water containers, there are Water Prepared 160-320 Gallon Water Tanks that can efficiently store large volumes of water. The key feature to consider for emergency water containers is how effectively they can provide safe and clean drinking water during times of crisis. ( )
The Epoch Times: What the Term 'Natural Flavors' in Sparkling Water Really Means
Flavored sparkling water is a healthier alternative to soda, but it’s not as innocent as it appears. Natural flavors, which are used to create the fruity taste, often have dozens of unlisted ingredients, including solvents, emulsifiers, flavor modifiers, and antioxidants. The FDA does not clearly define what it means for an ingredient to have a functional effect, allowing companies to use synthetic or artificial ingredients that have no effect on flavoring and may be harmful to health.
The Epoch Times: [Premiering 5/23, 7:30PM ET] ‘The Spike Goes to Every Organ System’–Dr. Paul Marik on mRNA in the COVID-19 Vaccine Vs. Natural Infection; Cheap and Effective Treatments and Interventions
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Dr. Paul Marik discusses the relationship between prescription drug consumption, Big Pharma, and COVID-19 vaccines. He explains that the amount of spike protein in vaccines is much higher than in natural infections, leading to complications. He also advocates for the use of vitamins, lifestyle changes, and repurposed drugs in healthcare.
The Epoch Times: Is Your Diet Giving You UTIs?
Research suggests E. coli bacteria responsible for millions of urinary tract infections (UTIs) may come from chicken, turkey, and pork purchased at grocery stores. E. coli strains, normally found in animals eaten by humans, colonize in the urinary tract causing symptoms such as a frequent urge to urinate, burning while urinating, and lower belly pain. A portion of UTIs can be traced to a food source, accounting for around 8% of cases and approximately a half million infections a year, highlighting the need for food hygiene.
#crime
The Blaze: Ex-teacher's aide accused of licking young boy's feet, molesting young girls arrested again after yet another alleged incident involving a child's feet
Former teacher's aide Caurey Rollins has been arrested for attempting to see a 12-year-old boy's feet in Georgia. After striking up a conversation, Rollins showed the boy a picture of feet and asked whether his feet looked like those in the picture. The boy refused to show him his feet and ran home to tell his mother, who recognised him and subsequently informed police. Rollins was out on bond after being arrested for eight counts of child molestation in January, and now faces additional charges of attempting to commit a felony.
#sports
Forbes: Real Madrid’s Vinícius Jr. Calls Out La Liga For Stubborn Racism In Spanish Soccer
Real Madrid's winger Vinícius Júnior called out racist taunts he received during a match in Spain, citing the country's racism problem. He accused the league of not doing enough about the issue, expertly adding that "it's not football, it's La Liga," using the league's own strapline to make his point. La Liga president Javier Tebas denies claims of racism and insists the organization is doing what it can, but such incidents highlight an endemic issue in Spanish soccer that requires action beyond simple fines. The league can be more proactive in challenging the existing structure for dealing with incidents and handing out punishments, for example, a referee abandoning a game, and be more honest about the problem, beginning to tackle it from a position of power.
The Blaze: Brett Favre talks ‘Bountygate’ & two biggest career losses
Brett Favre discusses the Saints “Bountygate” scandal with Jason Whitlock on “Fearless”. Saints players were accused of being paid to purposely injure players; Favre was one of the players to receive such treatment. Favre says that while the Saints “did it the way not to do it,” the incident doesn’t bother him as he thought offering bounties was normal during his early career.
#science
Daily Wire: One Of The World’s Most Dangerous Volcanoes Threatening To Erupt
Popocatepetl volcano near Mexico City is showing signs of a massive eruption, with the alert level raised to yellow phase three, just below red. Although on Sunday the airport in Mexico City halted flights temporarily, there is claimed to be no risk to the population at this time. It last erupted in December 2000, causing the evacuation of 30,000 people, and is considered one of the world’s most dangerous volcanoes.
#outdoors
The Epoch Times: Modern-Day Prospectors Take Notice as Raging California Rivers Replenish Historic Gold Rush Spots
This year's heavy winter storms and springtime flooding have churned up gold deposits in the Sierra Nevada mountain range, leading to a boom in "amateur" prospecting. Supplies of the precious metal have grown scarce over the 170 years that the region has been mined, and floods are depositing gold into the rivers and creeks. The "flood gold" flakes the torrents deposit are fine and of higher value than in previous years, leading people from all over the world to flock to the area to hunt for the profitable metal. The skyrocketing price of gold, which hit over $2,000 per ounce this week, has contributed to the increase in amateur interest.
Prospecting, largely for the gold, began in Sierra Nevada in 1849, after Native Americans led James Savage to a seam of the metal. The mining of the area created a state, but it fell out of commercial usage after gold was no longer easily exploitable in the 1870s, and the area prospered from tourism. Now, following winter and spring storms, prospectors who are trained to see where the flow slows, behind obstructions such as fallen trees, are heading to the smaller rivers and creeks, motivated more by the lure of the outdoors and the thrill of the quest than the promise of a big payoff.
Field & Stream: How to Keep a Worm Box
Learn how to keep a worm box for fishing bait. First, make a box out of plywood with drainage holes. Fill it with shredded paper, peat moss, soil, and add worms. Feed the worms vegetable scraps, fruit, and occasionally leftover non-greasy foods. Keep the box in a shady place and moist. Use coffee grounds as additional food. Worms can live in a bucket of dirt for around three weeks if the soil is healthy and kept between 50-80 degrees.
#other
Daily Wire: Ray Stevenson, Actor In ‘Thor’, ‘Punisher: War Zone,’ ‘RRR’, Dies At 58
Actor Ray Stevenson, known for his roles in movies and television, has died at the age of 58. The cause of his death is currently unknown.
Newsbusters: STUDY: AP Pushes Woke Terms Across 64 Climate Stories After $8M Grant from Leftist Orgs
The Associated Press (AP) has received an $8 million grant from multiple leftist nonprofit organizations, such as the Rockefeller Foundation, Quadrivium, and the Walton Family Foundation. After receiving the grant, AP announced on Feb. 15, 2022, that it would “significantly expand its climate coverage” with the goal to “infuse” the media landscape with climate journalism backed solely by private interest groups. The grant has been criticized for potentially compromising AP's journalistic integrity, as it has been shown to promote climate alarmism and leftist causes in its reporting.