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America First News
25 May 2023
#politics
National Review: The Corner: Inside the Left’s War on Things That Work
The Left is waging a war on gas stoves and other consumer goods that make life convenient and workable. They believe that securing a fossil-fuel-free future demands sacrifice from everyone and are pushing for bans on natural-gas-powered appliances, including the California and New York State bans in the works. The Left's activists seem to be coming for almost everything you own, assaulting comparative advantage, convenience and things that work. This essay challenges the Left's radical environmentalism.
Fox News: Texas House committee recommends impeaching Attorney General Ken Paxton following investigation
Texas AG Paxton faces impeachment after state House committee unanimously adopted articles of impeachment.
Human Events: Biden’s DHS used taxpayer-funded ‘anti-terrorism’ program to
demonize conservatives using Antifa propaganda
The Department of Homeland Security collaborated with universities and NGOs to associate Turning Point USA and other conservative organizations with Nazi ideology and terrorism. The DHS's Targeted Violence and Terrorism Prevention Grant Program awarded 80 grants to public, private, and non-profit institutions costing taxpayers $39,611,999, and a report from the Media Research Center exposed the DHS as one of the main drivers of the "extremism" narrative adopted by nearly every liberal activist. These propaganda tactics have been used to demonize the right and justify violence against conservatives, creating a hostile environment for them on campuses and in workplaces. Liberal operatives trained audience members to participate in illicit actions meant to "destabilize" political movements, including how to de-platform conservative organizations and individuals. Loadenthal, an Antifa member, argued that to successfully fulfill all that their ideology demands, liberals must shut down conservative websites, close their meetings, and prevent them from assembling in public.
#society
The Epoch Times: Calgary Reverses Decision to Cancel Fireworks Display on Canada Day
The City of Calgary has done a u-turn on its controversial decision to cancel its Canada Day fireworks display citing cultural sensitivities, instead opting to include an aerial display in its festivities. The initial decision drew criticism from residents and politicians, as well as a petition calling for its reversal. The city’s arts and culture department, rather than council members, first made the decision to cancel the event. Meanwhile, the Vancouver Fraser Port Authority has cancelled its Canada Day fireworks from 2023 onwards and Toronto considered a similar move but has since reversed it due to resource constraints.
The Blaze: Teenager dies while attempting social media stunt on Los Angeles bridge
A teenager died in LA after falling from an iconic bridge while attempting to climb it for social media, according to police. The 17-year-old climbed an arch and slipped at around 2 am on Saturday. Last year a man was shot and killed on the bridge while filming a music video; it has also been the site of illegal street racing and takeovers. Los Angeles Police Department Chief, Michel Moore, urged increased patrols to counter reckless behaviour and warned parents to monitor their children's online activity. "Challenges" seen on social media have led to children dying in some cases.
Fox News: North Hollywood parents boycott school district's planned Pride assembly: 'Keep your kids home'
Parents in North Hollywood plan to boycott an assembly at Saticoy Elementary School that will discuss LGBTQ+ issues for Pride month. Upset parents, who "share conservative values", are planning to keep their children home as they don’t feel that the issue is appropriate for elementary school-aged children. A new Instagram account, Saticoy Elementary Parents, was created to oppose the program. LAUSD announced that there will be a K-12 school assembly held at Saticoy Elementary School to teach students about the LGBTQ+ community.
Flag And Cross: Target Already Feeling Major Financial Pain as Conservative Backlash Intensifies
Target faces backlash and financial strain due to featuring LGBT pride month products, including some designed by a transgender satanist and clothes for children, causing many consumers to boycott. The company has lost nearly $10 billion in market value in just one week, while shares of the company have gone down from $160 to $138. Target is reportedly holding an "emergency meeting" after public outrage over its LGBT propaganda. The company is removing some items, specifically those that have been at the center of the most significant confrontational behavior, and pledged to continue their commitment to the LGBTQIA+ community.
#foreignaffairs
The Epoch Times: China Refusing Talks With US Military at Every Level: Pentagon Official
China's communist regime is refusing communication with the U.S. military at every level, stymying efforts to maintain open lines of communication between the two militaries for multiple years now. The CCP has refused numerous requests for meetings with U.S. Secretary of Defense Lloyd Austin, several regional commanders, and civilian DoD employees, according to Assistant Secretary of Defense for Indo-Pacific Security Affairs Ely Ratner.
Maintaining open lines of communication between the two militaries was paramount to ensuring peace and stability. Ratner said the regime would need to come to the table and talk to prevent a catastrophic miscommunication and possibly, war. The United States was working with its allies and partners throughout the region with increasing effectiveness, reaching a “historic moment of strategic alignment” on the issue of China.
#economy
National Review: The Corner: Electric Trucks Are Worse than Diesel Trucks
California's new regulation will require all new drayage trucks to be zero-emissions, starting next year. However, electric trucks are not yet ready to replace diesel trucks due to various problems, including cost, refueling time, infrastructure, weight, and capacity. Electric truck technology is simply not equipped to move as much freight as diesel trucks at a lower cost. This move is likely to impose higher costs throughout the supply chain, which could raise consumer prices (, ).
Fox News: Legislative committee adds more than $120 million to Delaware governor's proposed budget
Delaware's budget-writing committee has added more than $120 million to Governor Carney’s proposed operating budget for the fiscal year beginning July 1st. The revised budget totals over $5.6 billion, or 10% higher than this year’s $5.1 billion operating budget. The Joint Finance Committee also approved a one-time budget supplement for next year of $194.5 million, which is $130 million less than Carney’s proposed supplement. The changes include a deficit in the state's group insurance plan, expected growth in Medicaid expenditures and funding for the legalization of marijuana.
Pay raises ranging from 3% to 9% for state employees have been signed off in Governor Carney's budget proposal by the Joint Finance Committee. Lower-paid employees will see pay increases between 7% and 9%, while higher earners will see a 3% pay raise. Members of the Joint Finance Committee will convene next month to consider a grants package proposed by Carney of $59.8 million. Additional tweaks to the budget may depend on the results of a June 16 meeting where a state panel will update Delaware's official revenue forecast.
Fox News: Construction to begin on $70M Louisiana plant that will convert sugar cane into fuel pellets
Louisiana is set to begin construction on a $70 million renewable fuel plant next month that will convert sugar cane bagasse into fuel pellets. Delta Biofuel CEO Philip Keating said supply chain issues and pricing volatility postponed its operations, but the facility in Jeanerette will create 340,000 metric tons of fuel pellets annually. The project will generate 126 jobs, with an average salary of $62,500, and be supported by a $1 million performance-based grant for infrastructure improvements. The plant will harvest bagasse from sugar mills in several parishes and provide European power plants transitioning away from fossil fuels with the pellets.
Washington Free Beacon: Americans' Confidence in Retirement at Lowest Point in More Than a Decade
US confidence in a comfortable retirement has reached its lowest level since 2012, with only 43% of non-retired individuals believing they will have enough money. This represents a 10-point drop from 2021. The poll also found that the vast majority of Americans lack confidence in President Biden's ability to handle the economy.
#religion
The Babylon Bee: Jordan Peterson Considers Every Possible Meaning Of Bible Story Except That It Might Mean Exactly What It Says
Dr. Jordan B. Peterson has been exploring various meanings behind biblical stories instead of taking their literal meanings. Despite his intelligence and biblical knowledge, Peterson refuses to acknowledge the basic Christian beliefs and argues that the passages are just an archetypical manifestation of mankind's evolutionary needs for stable hierarchical structures. His followers are left frustrated by his approach.
#culture
Spectator USA: Tina Turner was greater than a rock star
Iconic musician Tina Turner passed away at the age of 83. Born in Tennessee, Turner began her music career with her husband Ike Turner’s band, The Kings of Rhythm. The relationship was volatile and abusive, leading Turner to leave with just 36 cents and the rights to her stage name. She ultimately became a solo artist, enjoying great success with hits like “What’s Love Got to Do with It”. Turner retired in 2000, settling down in Switzerland with her husband Erwin Bach, and becoming a practicing Buddhist. Her impact as a survivor and influential performer endures.
Fox News: Tina Turner revealed she 'always had a crush' on Mick Jagger shortly before her death at 83
Tina Turner's celebrity crush was Mick Jagger, whom she toured with as an opening act for the Rolling Stones in the 1960s. Jagger paid homage to Turner after her death, calling her an "enormously talented performer and singer."
Forbes: New York-Based China Institute Names George Geh As CEO
China Institute has appointed George S. Geh as its new CEO, succeeding James B. Heimowitz, who becomes Honorary Chair. Geh, who has 30 years of business experience, has worked in private equity, management consulting and corporate management across the US, China and Europe. He holds an MBA from Carnegie Mellon University, a M.S. from Pennsylvania State University and an undergraduate degree from Shanghai Jiao Tong University. China Institute, founded in 1926, is one of the oldest US groups focused on increasing understanding of Chinese culture and business.
Newsbusters: PBS Accuses Dodgers of 'Original Sin' for (Initially) Disinviting Anti-Catholic 'Nuns'
The Los Angeles Dodgers initially invited the Catholic-mocking drag troupe "The Sisters of Perpetual Indulgence" to their annual "Pride Night" in June, but rescinded their invitation after backlash from local Catholics. However, the team re-invited the group after LGBTQ supporters caused a backlash on social media. In a segment on PBS NewsHour, neither the reporter nor the guest acknowledged the group's history of offensive behavior towards Christians, instead sanitizing their reputation and implying that Catholics were being needlessly offended.
#health
The Epoch Times: Australia's Love Affair With Cheap Goon Waning
Australia is seeing a decrease in cask wine consumption, with more people opting for bottled wine due to health risks and social stigma. A La Trobe University survey found cask wine drinkers consume an average of 6.5 standard drinks a day, making them more likely to be heavy drinkers, while bottled wine drinkers drink an average of 4.3 standard drinks a day. There was a 30% drop in cask wine sales between 2004 and 2014, coinciding with a 40% increase in bottled wine sales. Cask wine is mostly consumed at home while alternatives are enjoyed in bars and nightclubs. Alcohol is the third most common preventable cause of disease and disability worldwide, responsible for around 3 million deaths and over 5% of disability-adjusted life years annually.
Daily Wire: Ron DeSantis Responds To RFK Jr. Claim He’d Burn CDC/NIH ‘To The Ground’
Florida Governor Ron DeSantis dismissed claims that he had advocated burning the CDC and NIH "to the ground" made by Robert F. Kennedy Jr. DeSantis, who announced his candidacy for the 2024 Republican presidential nomination, criticized the federal government's response to COVID-19, calling out the CDC, Dr. Anthony Fauci, and the FDA. He argued that Florida had out-performed virtually any state in the country by keeping businesses open, and blamed the disastrous response on Fauci's influence on policies such as shutting down schools and businesses.
#crime
The Epoch Times: Australian Premier Pushes for Tougher Gun Control After State's First School Shooting
A former student of Atlantis Beach Baptist College in Perth, Western Australia, was arrested by police on Wednesday after firing three rounds from a rifle allegedly taken from a locked gun cabinet at the school. No one was injured in the shooting, which police said was a first of its kind in the state and was carried out using two licensed rifles that were registered to the boy’s father. Western Australia Premier Mark McGowan compared the incident to US-style school shootings, saying the “terrible” event highlighted the need for stricter gun control laws. He is already in the process of implementing the strictest firearms legislation in the country.
Fox News: Kansas paramedic charged with sexually assaulting heavily drugged woman
A Kansas paramedic charged with sexually assaulting a heavily drugged woman, incapable of giving consent. He's free on a $20,000 bond after being charged with three counts of aggravated sexual battery.
Fox News: NJ officer charged with manslaughter for shooting homeowner who reported burglary
A New Jersey police officer has been indicted on a manslaughter charge for fatally shooting a homeowner, Charles Sharp III, who had called 911 reporting two burglars in his backyard. The officer, Salvatore Oldrati, fired multiple shots at Sharp, who was unarmed, despite receiving no warning or verbal commands. Sharp was later pronounced dead at a hospital. The New Jersey Attorney General Matthew Platkin condemned the officer's actions, emphasizing the need for officers to provide protection to those who call for assistance. The indictment was obtained after a review by the State Grand Jury and an investigation by the Office of Public Integrity and Accountability.
Forbes: Gabby Petito: Brian Laundrie’s Mom Offered Him ‘A Shovel And Garbage Bags’ In Letter Revealed In Court
Roberta Laundrie, the mother of Brian Laundrie, who committed suicide after killing his girlfriend, Gabby Petito, in 2021, had offered her son "a shovel and garbage bags" if he ever needed to dispose of a body, according to a letter shared with Petito’s family in court Wednesday. Brian’s lawyers claim that the letter had nothing to do with Petito's death and was written months before. The letter was recovered from Brian Laundrie's backpack when his remains were located in Florida in October 2021, about a month after Petito’s remains were found in Wyoming.
The Epoch Times: Art Teacher Who Chased Reporters With Machete Surrenders to NYPD
Shellyne Rodriguez, a former art professor at Hunter College, was charged with menacing and harassment after an incident with New York Post reporters outside her apartment. Rodriguez was caught on camera brandishing a machete at a reporter and photographer. The incident occurred after Rodriguez was reprimanded for opposing pro-life student demonstrators at Hunter College. Rodriguez later had a "tense" interaction with the reporters. Adding to her stress, Rodriguez is currently suing the NYPD for alleged police brutality and nerve damage during a June 2020 protest.
#sports
Fox News: Daniel Jones on Giants' contract talks with Saquon Barkley: 'Hope they can get something done’
The New York Giants have rewarded quarterback Daniel Jones with a long-term contract extension after his best performance last season. However, star running back Saquon Barkley has not yet come to an agreement with the team and has yet to appear at the team's offseason workouts. Although Jones has started practicing with the team and throwing passes to several receivers, having Barkley as a weapon is essential for the Giants' offense. Barkley's contract negotiations with the team remain private, but Jones and head coach Brian Daboll both hope that he will be on the Giants roster once the 2023 season begins.
Fox News: Ex-NFL star Antonio Brown to play in Albany Empire game Saturday
Former NFL star Antonio Brown showed up for a practice with the Albany Empire, the National Arena League team he owns, and plans to play in the weekend's game against the Fayetteville Mustangs. The amount of time he will play will be up to new head coach Pete Porcelli. Brown also suggested that NFL quarterback Cam Newton will "be here soon."
Flag And Cross: Shaquille O'Neal Served with Papers for Major Lawsuits While Broadcasting NBA Playoff Game
NBA legend Shaquille O'Neal was served cryptocurrency scandal-related papers during a broadcast of the Eastern Conference Finals between the Boston Celtics and host Miami Heat. Process servers had spent months trying to deliver the summons to him. O’Neal is looking to have the entire case dismissed.
#other
Daily Wire: Supreme Court Slashes Biden EPA’s Power Over Water Bodies
The Supreme Court ruled that the EPA's regulatory control over water bodies under the 1972 Clean Water Act only applies to wetlands that are obviously connected to larger regulated water bodies. The decision came after an Idaho couple wanted to build a home on land that the EPA considered a protected wetland, arguing that the “wetlands” on the Sacketts' property should be classified as “waters of the United States” because they were near a ditch that fed into a creek. Justice Samuel Alito wrote that a protected wetland must have a “continuous surface connection” to a larger body of water, while Justice Elena Kagan criticized the court for appointing “itself as the national decision-maker on environmental policy.”