The history of gun control in the U.S. is deeply tied to racism, with many laws originating from the desire to disarm and control Black Americans and other minority groups. This historical trend has evolved, but it continues to influence modern gun laws, including through racially biased enforcement. Colonial era and slavery Slave Codes: Long Read More …
Author: Mathius Einai
DOJ demands unredacted Illinois Voter Data
The U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ) has demanded that the Illinois State Board of Elections (ISBE) provide a complete, unredacted copy of its statewide voter registration database by September 1. This request is part of the DOJ’s stated effort to ensure Illinois is complying with federal laws, specifically the National Voter Registration Act (NVRA) of Read More …
Who Grows the Economy Faster
Link :: Historical Review – 100 Years of Economic Data Methodology Overview But Fake News, right? This article does an analysis of the last 100 years of economic data and concludes that the economy has historically performed better under Democratic presidents. key points :: GDP Growth: Real GDP growth has been significantly higher under Democrats, with Read More …
Chemical Use by Federal Agents Near Protest Site Prompts School to Relocate
Near an Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) facility in Portland, Oregon, ongoing protests against the Trump administration’s deportation policies have led to frequent clashes between demonstrators and federal agents. Protesters, described as largely nonviolent, have been met with a “disproportionate show of force,” including the use of chemical irritants like tear gas, pepper balls, and Read More …
Understanding Republican Support for Trump
Link :: 47% of Republicans would still vote for Trump even if implicated in Epstein’s crimes, survey found The survey results mentioned highlight a significant aspect of contemporary American politics, particularly regarding the support Donald Trump continues to receive from a substantial portion of Republican voters. The survey conducted by Leger revealed that 47% of Republican Read More …
Peter Thiel Thinks You’re Dumb
Peter Thiel Thinks You’re Dumb The author emphasizes that the true divide is not between political parties, but between the wealthy elite and the working class. They pledge solidarity with teachers, union organizers, state college graduates, and any individuals, regardless of their background, who are willing to fight against this perceived injustice. The author’s central Read More …
The Special Dividend Loan
The “Special Dividend Loan” is another way private equity can suck cash out of other institutions while they continue to strip mine a company. I think the rules might work a little differently for them.
The Musings of a Keyboard Commander
The problem with Trumpian mercantilism First go read this: Condition-of-England question. You do not need to read this: Carlyle.
Wealth distribution of current members of Congress
Start of all of this :: Here is a summary of the wealth distribution of current members of Congress: Overall Wealth: Over half of the members of Congress are millionaires. Party with the Most Millionaires: There isn’t a significant difference between parties, with both Democrats and Republicans having a high percentage of millionaires. Some sources Read More …
Hypocrisy of GOP criticizing Harvard
Start of this It’s true that Harvard University has produced a significant number of individuals who have gone on to prominent roles in American politics, including within the Republican Party.1 Here are some notable examples, with a focus on those who have served in recent administrations: Notable GOP Figures with Harvard Ties: Ted Cruz: U.S. Read More …