Lawrence Lease
Bio
Alaska born and bred, Washington DC is my home. I'm also a freelance writer. Love politics and history.
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Revolutionizing Movie Theaters in a Streaming-Driven World
The movie theater industry has been facing significant challenges in recent years, with streaming services like Netflix and Amazon Prime offering a more convenient and cost-effective alternative for moviegoers. In 2020, the COVID-19 pandemic caused a massive shift in the entertainment industry, forcing theaters to close and leading to an increase in the popularity of streaming services. Despite these challenges, the future of movie theaters remains uncertain. In this article, we will explore the potential scenarios for the future of movie theaters and the steps the industry can take to survive and thrive in the years ahead.
By Lawrence Lease3 months ago in Geeks
The Unsolved Murder of Lindsay Buziak
Despite having strong gut instincts about certain individuals and situations, it can be difficult to trust and act on them due to fear of judgment or appearing foolish. Though gut feelings are often accurate, we often ignore them and opt for rational reasoning.
By Lawrence Lease3 months ago in Criminal
The 2024 US Presidential Election: Candidates, Policies, and Outcomes
The 2024 presidential election in the United States is just around the corner. As the country looks to elect its next president, there are already many speculations and discussions surrounding the potential candidates, policies, and issues that may define this election. In this blog post, we will take a closer look at the upcoming 2024 presidential election and explore some of the possible scenarios and outcomes.
By Lawrence Lease3 months ago in The Swamp
Social Media's Impact on Politics: Misinformation and Influencer Role
Social media has become an integral part of modern life, with more than 3.96 billion people using different social media platforms worldwide, according to the latest statistics. While social media has been credited with facilitating communication and empowering individuals to share their views, it has also had an unprecedented impact on politics. Social media has transformed the way that political candidates interact with their constituents and the way that citizens engage with politics. In this blog post, we will discuss the impact of social media on politics, including the spread of misinformation and the role of influencers.
By Lawrence Lease3 months ago in The Swamp
Streaming Wars: The Ultimate Battle for Digital Media Dominance
Streaming services have revolutionized the entertainment industry, giving viewers unprecedented control over what they watch and when they watch it. With the rise of cord-cutting and an increasing number of consumers opting for on-demand content, the competition for dominance in the streaming market has become more intense than ever.
By Lawrence Lease3 months ago in Geeks
Term Limits for Congress: Fostering Accountability and Promoting Diversity
The United States Congress, which is made up of the House of Representatives and the Senate, is responsible for making laws and overseeing the federal government. Members of Congress are elected by the people and serve two-year or six-year terms, depending on whether they are in the House or the Senate. However, there are currently no term limits for members of Congress, which means that they can serve in office for as long as they continue to win elections. In this blog post, we will explore the benefits of instituting term limits for Congress and why they are necessary for a healthy democracy.
By Lawrence Lease3 months ago in The Swamp
The Witnessing Wall: A Tale of Hope and Unity at Obama's Inauguration
The Wall had been standing tall for centuries, a silent witness to the grandeur and tragedies of human history. It had seen the rise and fall of empires, the triumphs and struggles of countless generations, and the passing of great men and women who had left their mark on the world. But never before had it experienced anything quite like the events that were about to unfold on this day: the Inauguration of Barack Obama, the first African-American President of the United States.
By Lawrence Lease4 months ago in Fiction
The Time Traveler for Good: Keeping the MLK Dream Alive
Once upon a time, there was a man named David who lived in the year 2080. He was a time traveler, one of the few people in the world who had the ability to travel through time. David had always been fascinated by history and was determined to use his gift to make a difference in the world. He had read about all the great historical events, both good and bad, and had always wondered what it would be like to change the outcome of these events.
By Lawrence Lease4 months ago in Fiction
Altering Destiny: The Time Traveler's Quest to Prevent 9/11
The year was 2023 and the world was still grappling with the aftermath of the 9/11 attacks. For John, a physicist and time traveler, the attacks held a deep personal significance. He had lost a close friend in the North Tower of the World Trade Center on that fateful day in 2001.
By Lawrence Lease4 months ago in Fiction
The Risk of Changing History: A Time Traveler's Tale
John was a time traveler, born in the year 2050. He had always been fascinated by history, especially the events that shaped the world as it was today. When he was young, he had stumbled upon a time machine that had been built by a group of scientists, who had long since disappeared.
By Lawrence Lease4 months ago in Fiction
The Wall That Witnessed History: A Story of Patrick Mahomes and the Super Bowl
If walls could talk, they would have seen it all. The triumphs and the failures, the highs and the lows, the joy and the heartbreak. As a wall in Arrowhead Stadium, home of the Kansas City Chiefs, I have seen it all. But one moment stands out above all others, the moment when Patrick Mahomes became a legend.
By Lawrence Lease4 months ago in Fiction