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A handy guide to all Congress happenings on both sides of the aisle. Thank goodness for this political body that keeps Presidential power in check.
Disney Doesn't Need To Campaign For Copyright Extension
For years, Disney, and all major media holders, have pushed to extend copyright so that their Intellectual Property can remain outside the public domain — i.e., materials not protected by IP laws. Their political meddling has been detrimental to our property laws. As I wrote in The MCU Was Never A Bold, New Experiment in Cinema:
Alex Mell-TaylorPublished 4 days ago in The SwampTikTok versus America
The latest move for a GOP Congressman to get some limelight was to make fantastical and false claims about the mega-popular TikTok platform (150 million USA users).
Arlo HenningsPublished 7 days ago in The SwampBanning TikTok is Against Your 1st Amendment Right
TikTok, a video-sharing app, has become a worldwide phenomenon, allowing users to create and share short videos with millions of people worldwide. Recently, the United States government has raised concerns over TikTok's security and privacy issues, leading to calls for its ban. However, banning TikTok in the United States would be against the 1st Amendment, which guarantees the right to freedom of speech.
Jodi BerkleyPublished 7 days ago in The SwampSHIP
WHAT IS THE SHIP A ship is a large seafaring vessel that is used for transportation of goods and/or people over water. Ships come in a variety of sizes and shapes, from small fishing boats to massive cargo carriers and cruise ships. They can be powered by sails, engines, or a combination of both, and can travel across oceans, rivers, lakes, and other bodies of water. Ships have been an important part of human history, facilitating trade, exploration, and warfare throughout the ages. Today, ships continue to play a crucial role in global trade and transportation.
sahnan mhdPublished 12 days ago in The SwampJust The Headlines, No Bull.
Okay, so I feel like I'm missing a lot, and covering a lot of other stuff that isn't really important. So I'm going to fill in the blanks today. Hope you all enjoy. Now lets run this through!
Kerry WilliamsPublished 14 days ago in The SwampJust The Headlines, No Bull.
I want to start off with an apology. My first "Just the headlines" post, was done after midnight, and I had intended it to be for the days news, preceding the post. Alas, it did not come off that way, and the dates looked wonky. So, this post, hopefully, corrects that. My intention is to do a quick "review" of the news top headlines, and a brief synopsis, if I contribute anything of import at all. Thank you.
Kerry WilliamsPublished 16 days ago in The SwampBREAKING: Russian Fighter Jet Collides With US Drone Over The Black Sea
A Russian jet has forced down a U.S drone over the Black Sea after damaging its propeller over international waters of the Black Sea. According to the U.S., Air Force Europe, an MQ nine Reaper drone, a U.S. Air Force surveillance drone or a spy drone was flying over the Black Sea when, according to the Air Force, two Russian fighter jets conducted what they're calling an unsafe and unprofessional interception. That's just the beginning of it. According to the Air Force, the two Russian SU 27 flanker fighter jets repeatedly flew in front of the MQ nine Reaper drone, apparently in an attempt to disrupt or disturb its flight pattern, even dumping fuel in front of that U.S. Reaper drone.
Understanding and managing codependency in relationships
Codependency is a pattern of behavior that can develop in relationships where one person is overly reliant on the other for their sense of self-worth and identity. It is often characterized by a lack of boundaries, a tendency to put others' needs before one's own, and difficulty in making decisions independently. In this article, we will explore what codependency is, how it can develop, and strategies for managing and overcoming it in relationships.
Rajveer Digital MarketerPublished 17 days ago in The SwampThe importance of emotional intelligence in relationships
Emotional intelligence is the ability to understand and manage one's own emotions, as well as to recognize and respond effectively to the emotions of others. In relationships, emotional intelligence plays a critical role in fostering healthy communication, building trust, and maintaining strong bonds. In this article, we will explore the importance of emotional intelligence in relationships and provide strategies for developing and enhancing emotional intelligence skills.
Rajveer Digital MarketerPublished 17 days ago in The SwampJust The Headlines, No Bull.
The Associated Press ( AP ): Biden announces nuclear-powered submarines for Australia As China continues to expand their reach and influence, by siding with other communist oppressors and tyrants, other nations are taking steps to safeguard themselves against such entities. The United States, and its allies, have entered into agreements with Australia to solidify this safeguard and to supply through purchases, Nuclear Powered Attack Submarines.
Kerry WilliamsPublished 17 days ago in The SwampBackwash of World War 3
The first and second world wars rearranged boundaries all across the world, but nowhere more so than in Europe. And if it happened again, the situation would very certainly be just as difficult—and maybe not only in Europe. Check out today's unbelievable narrative to discover how the world will look after World War 3! 🚨🤯🥶🥵🚨
Infographics ShowPublished 19 days ago in The SwampThe conflict of positions within the Kurdistan Union on the verge of an armed confrontation
Sulaymaniyah (Iraq) - Efforts to bring the two main factions of the Patriotic Union of Kurdistan closer together did not succeed in reaching clear understandings in light of the insistence of the heirs of the late President Jalal Talabani to exclude their cousin Lahore Sheikh Janki from the co-presidency, which threatens armed confrontations between the two parties. After arresting a number of Lahore supporters on Wednesday evening and issuing a statement vowing revenge.
News CorrectPublished 21 days ago in The Swamp