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The scoop on social media for influencers, lobbyists, budding politicians and civilians with a stake in the Swamp's trending issues.
What the Border Numbers Actually Show
The argument over whether the true number was 14 million, 16 million, or 20 million points to a larger failure. The government failed to give the public a reliable answer about who came in, who stayed, who was released, who disappeared, who gave false information, who had criminal history, who had foreign ties, who received meaningful vetting, and who could be found and removed later.
By Peter Thwing - Host of the FST Podcast3 months ago in The Swamp
Tucker Carlson: MAGA and Trump Over.
Once upon a time, Tucker Carlson stood shoulder to shoulder with Donald John Trump. But even when Trump could do no wrong, and the Republican Party was under his command, Tucker Carlson, though a supporter, was not entirely taken in by the Orange One's aura. He and a few others, though they were supporters of Trump, always stood ready to advise POTUS if they thought he had taken a wrong turning. And this is exactly what Tucker Carlson did as Trump started his disastrous war with Iran alongside Israel.
By Nicholas Bishop3 months ago in The Swamp
Farage Blames Nick Lowe and Andy Burham.
No doubt about it, Reform UK and its leader Nigel Farage threw everything they had at the Makerfield by-election, including the proverbial kitchen sink. Nigel Farage himself had gone up to Makerfield in Greater Manchester to make sure his candidate, a local plumber, defeated Labour's candidate, soon to be ex-Labour Mayor of Greater Manchester, Andy Burnham and now its Member of Parliament.
By Nicholas Bishop4 months ago in The Swamp
Op-Ed: Calling Sin a Sin Is Not Bigotry (Part 5). Content Warning. AI-Generated.
Series Note: This article expands the argument beyond the specific dealership call and beyond female-coded social aggression. The earlier articles examined a particular example, then moved into the broader problem of social aggression and identity-based deflection. This article addresses the deeper moral principle: no person should be protected from accountability because of sex, race, religion, sexuality, nationality, political tribe, trauma, victim status, social class, or any other identity category. Evil conduct remains evil conduct, even when the person doing it belongs to a group society has been trained to protect.
By Peter Thwing - Host of the FST Podcast4 months ago in The Swamp
Op-Ed: The Behaviors We Are Not Allowed to Name (Part 4). Content Warning. AI-Generated.
Series Note: This article marks a shift in tone. Though the first three articles used this dealership call as a case study, this article moves beyond that specific call to addresses the larger cultural problem: harmful patterns of conduct that people often recognize privately but are not allowed to name publicly, especially when those behaviors are more commonly associated with women, social power, emotional framing, and non-physical aggression.
By Peter Thwing - Host of the FST Podcast4 months ago in The Swamp
Identity Is Not a Shield for Evil Conduct (Part 3). AI-Generated.
(Time-Stamped Video Clip Summary: From 18:34-22:39, the call shifts from a normal pricing question into something more revealing. Tomi is asking basic questions about a $40,000 vehicle: the rebate, the in-person discount, the actual out-the-door number, and whether the dealership will confirm the deal over the phone. Instead of simply clarifying the pricing, the manager personalizes the resistance, later calling him “difficult” and “combative” before introducing the “male manager” implication herself. The clip matters because it shows how quickly bad conduct can hide behind identity once someone turns a practical dispute into a moral accusation.)
By Peter Thwing - Host of the FST Podcast4 months ago in The Swamp
Trump is Happy with The Deal.
As Trump arrived at the latest G7 event, hosting world leaders from the G7 Trump arrived with a smile like a Cheshire cat. Trump said he was happy with the newly signed agreement between the Iranians and his own regime to supposedly end the war between them once and for all. Many are thinking we have been here before, and everything broke down before, while supposedly both nations were on a ceasefire. Can we hope that this time, better things can come of this and both sides can move on?
By Nicholas Bishop4 months ago in The Swamp
Tit for Tat: Iran and The US.
It seems Iran and the US, despite alleged ongoing peace talks, which Iran has apparently suspended due to US military action, the cycle of tit-for-tat strikes carries on. After an Apache helicopter was allegedly and, according to Trump, shot down over the Strait of Hormuz, the US, as Trump said would happen, attacked targets in Iran. Explosions were heard on Qeshm Island, Bandar Abbas, and an alleged projectile landed in Sirik. All these attacks near one of the busiest shipping lanes in the world.
By Nicholas Bishop4 months ago in The Swamp
The Outrage Economy
It is ironic how similar the structures are on both sides. ActBlue and WinRed may serve opposite political teams, but they operate within the same kind of incentive system: turn moral outrage into money, lists, mobilization, and political power.
By Peter Thwing - Host of the FST Podcast4 months ago in The Swamp
When the News Becomes Too Much
I heard yesterday that local news jobs are being cut, and the news passed through me like a quiet mourning for regional communities. It will likely draw still more attention towards the major cities, leaving places that already struggle to be seen or heard standing deeper in the shadows. That feels especially painful because regional stories matter too, even when they are so often left to dim and disappear from view.
By Sarah Xenos4 months ago in The Swamp
WW3 Coming Soon
WW3 Coming Soon The fear of a Third World War has returned to global discussions because of rising political tensions, military conflicts, economic rivalry, and growing mistrust between powerful nations. Many people wonder whether humanity is moving toward another devastating global conflict similar to World War I and World War II. While there are many causes of international tension, experts believe one major reason could again lead the world into great wars: the struggle for global power and dominance.
By Wings of Time 4 months ago in The Swamp
FAQ: Remote Work in 2026 — All Answers Inside
Everything You Need to Know About Remote Jobs, Work-From-Home Careers, Productivity, and the Future of Digital Work Remote work is no longer just a temporary trend—it has become a major part of the modern global workforce. By 2026, companies around the world are continuing to adopt flexible work models, while millions of professionals are choosing remote careers for better work-life balance, freedom, and income opportunities.
By Robert Redford4 months ago in The Swamp
