politics
Politics does not dictate our collective cultural mindset as much as it simply reflects it; We've got to look in the mirror sometimes, and we've got one.
Competent leaders and informed citizens are required…
--- "Our constitution is called a democracy because power is in the hands not of a minority but of the whole people. When it is a question of settling private disputes, everyone is equal before the law; when it is a question of putting one person before another in positions of public responsibility, what counts is not membership of a particular class, but the actual ability which the man possesses."
Brandon MothershedPublished about a year ago in The SwampWar update Russia vs Ukraine
The conflict between Russia and Ukraine has been ongoing since 2014, when Russia annexed the Crimean peninsula and began supporting pro-Russian separatists in the eastern part of the country. Since then, the two countries have been locked in a bitter dispute, with both sides accusing the other of violations of international law and human rights abuses.
Shivam RajputPublished about a year ago in The SwampWhy US Not Shooting Down Chinese Spy Balloon?
When it comes to shooting down a Chinese 'spy' balloon, a US expert says, 'It's not the Hindenburg.' The Pentagon stated that the balloon over the United States is being used for surveillance, rejecting China's claim that the aircraft is a "civilian airship" that deviated from course for research.
Happy PlacePublished about a year ago in The SwampWhy Adolf Hitler hated Jews (ADOLF HITLER VS JEWS)
I. Introduction A. Brief background on Hitler and the Nazi party Adolf Hitler was the leader of the National Socialist German Workers' Party (Nazi Party) and chancellor and dictator of Germany from 1933 to 1945. Hitler rose to power in a time of political and economic turmoil in Germany and was able to gain widespread support by blaming the country's problems on minorities, particularly Jews. Under Hitler's leadership, the Nazi party implemented policies aimed at the persecution and extermination of Jews, as well as other minority groups, in what is now known as the Holocaust.
Somers Resident Joins Mission to the Border
Kaethe Bierbach grew up in Chappaqua, spent 30 years as an administrator at the Thomas Watson Research in Yorktown and moved to Somers in 2019. She also joined the Presbyterian Church of Mt Kisco in 1979 and has long been part of the social justice aspect of the congregation’s mission. As such, she’s lent her time on behalf of organizations like Neighbor’s Link, the Interfaith Food Pantry and the Interfaith Prison Partnership. But rising temperatures has gotten the Heritage Hills resident to focus her latest energies beyond the local, and the climate of concern has nothing to do with mercury levels.
Rich MonettiPublished about a year ago in The SwampWords That Make Every Injustice Instantly Easier to Talk About
Language is hard. It can be both a necessary tool for liberation and also a barrier — something that we go around in circles again and again without making actual progress on a chosen issue. Some people are so focused on how to speak correctly that they never act: trapped in a prison of their own shame and guilt.
Alex Mell-TaylorPublished about a year ago in The SwampRussia green war
The Russia-Ukraine conflict started in 2014, when Russia annexed Crimea from Ukraine, a move that was widely condemned by the international community. This was followed by a pro-Russian uprising in the Donbass region of Ukraine, leading to an ongoing conflict in the area that has claimed over 13,000 lives and has led to a humanitarian crisis.
KARUNAGARAN VPublished about a year ago in The SwampIt's NOT Your Father's GOP
Growing up as an only child in Appalachia was a unique experience that shaped who I am today. The rugged beauty of the Appalachian Mountains, with their rolling hills, dense forests, and clear streams, was the backdrop of my childhood. I was surrounded by a close-knit community of family and friends who taught me the values of hard work, self-sufficiency, and resilience.
Jerry NelsonPublished about a year ago in The SwampThe attack on Twin Towers
The September 11th attacks, also known as 9/11, were a series of coordinated terrorist attacks carried out by the Islamic extremist group al-Qaeda on September 11, 2001. The attacks resulted in the deaths of nearly 3,000 people and caused widespread destruction.
4MECH702 Udhaya Kumar VPublished about a year ago in The SwampA Tragedy of Two Millennia: The Complex and Controversial History of Kashmir
Kashmir, known for its stunning natural beauty and rich cultural heritage, has been a source of conflict for centuries. The region, which is located in the northern part of the Indian subcontinent, has a history that spans over two millennia, and is marked by political, religious, and ethnic tensions. The ongoing conflict in Kashmir is a complex and multifaceted issue, with roots that can be traced back to the region's historical, cultural, and political landscape.
Shifat Ibne ShivlyPublished about a year ago in The SwampPasumpon Muthuramalinga Thevar
Pasumpon Muthuramalinga Thevar: A Leader of India's Social Justice Movement Pasumpon Muthuramalinga Thevar was a charismatic and influential leader who played a key role in India's social justice movement. Born in the village of Pasumpon in the Madurai district of Tamil Nadu in 1908, Thevar rose to prominence as a champion of the rights of India's marginalized communities, including the Dalits (formerly known as "untouchables") and other oppressed groups.
thangaprakash kalaiyarasanPublished about a year ago in The SwampIt's Past Time for Term Limits
» KEY POINTS Being a Congressperson was never meant to be a full-time job, nonetheless one that people make a career out of. No person should be able to serve in the House of Representatives or Senate for more than two terms. Term limits should extend to the entirety of all governments where no person should be able to spend more than 25 years at any level of government at any elected, appointed, or confirmed position.