Category: Politics
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The World’s Hypocrisy: Religious Nations and the Exceptionalism We Don’t Talk About
In a world that often claims to embrace secular values, democracy, and human rights, there exists a glaring contradiction: not all religiously governed nations are treated equally. We are taught to believe that the separation of church and state is fundamental to modern democracy, and yet there seems to be an unspoken double standard when…
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Discovering Hasbara: The Powerful Influence of Israel’s Emotional Diplomacy Strategy
Hey everyone! Today, we’re diving into a fascinating topic that’s been making waves in international discussions: Hasbara. If this term is new to you, don’t worry. We’re going to explore what it means, why it’s significant, and the debate surrounding it. What is Hasbara? In essence, Hasbara is Israel’s strategy for public diplomacy. It’s how…
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Navigating the Divide: Unpacking Second-Class Citizenship in Israel
In the complex tapestry of Israeli society and the occupied Palestinian territories, the concept of “second-class citizenship” isn’t just a political talking point—it’s a lived reality for many. This stark divide, often overshadowed by headlines focused on conflict and diplomacy, reveals systemic disparities that demand a closer examination. The Essence of Inequality At the heart…
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House Speaker debacle still ongoing!
So recently Kevin McCarthy was outed as speaker after Matt Gaetz called a motion to vacate, in which any 1 member could call a vote to vacate the chair, which in layman’s terms just means to force a vote to oust the speaker. You can read about that, and about the 118th Congress rules here.…
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FTC and CPFB propose new rule banning “junk fees”
So today the Biden Administration announced that President Biden would be meeting with the Chair’s of the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau or CFPB and the Federal Trade Comission or FTC will be cracking down on company’s ability to charge customer’s known as junk fees. According to the White House: “The CFPB is taking action to require large…
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Why Biden is getting too much hate for the border wall funding.
So, let me get right into this by saying President Biden did not have a choice in this matter, and I doubt he liked having to do this. But the Appropriations Clause of the Constitution is clear. Article I, Section 9, Clause 7 says: No Money shall be drawn from the Treasury, but in Consequence…