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October 16, 2024
Culture
Election 2024
NatSec

Stanley Kubrick’s Daughter Says He Would Have Backed Trump.

Vivian Kubrick, daughter of the late and legendary filmmaker Stanley Kubrick, claims that her father would endorse President Donald J. Trump if he were alive today. The remarks were spurred by Democrat backlash to the Trump campaign’s use of footage from her father’s film Full Metal Jacket in a video advocating against a “woke” military.

“I agree in principle that an anti-war movie is incongruous with promoting the idea of a tough non-woke US military and thus war itself – however – these are very dangerous and strange times and thus using this footage is doubtless pure expedience,” Vivian Kubrick wrote. “I’m sure the irony of using FMJ footage is not lost on Trump or his team – Trump is always seeking to end wars and use peaceful methods,” she continued.

“However, that’s primarily what FMJ is about, the shocking and complicated paradoxes of human nature…. so I’m going to stick with the idea that FMJ footage was used primarily because of its powerful, realistic portrayal of boot camp, juxtaposed with the entirely demoralizing and inappropriate injection of WOKE ideology into the USA military. Which I agree with myself and which I’m certain my father would have agreed with,” she said.

In addition to surmising that her father would have backed Trump, she noted that, while he was alive, he was a fan of Ronald Reagan. Reiterating that Stanley Kubrick would likely have been a Trump supporter if he were still alive, his daughter added: “My father had a great respect for life… So on that basis, I feel very confident he would be a Trump supporter and would forgive using FMJ incongruously…Capisce?”

Image by M Trombone.

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Vivian Kubrick, daughter of the late and legendary filmmaker Stanley Kubrick, claims that her father would endorse President Donald J. Trump if he were alive today. The remarks were spurred by Democrat backlash to the Trump campaign's use of footage from her father's film Full Metal Jacket in a video advocating against a "woke" military. show more
October 15, 2024
Culture
Politics

Govt Official Placed on Leave After Trying to Hire on Merit Over Identity.

An Oregon state official is being placed on administrative leave following a complaint filed by a former Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) training staffer, who alleges the suspended official prioritized hiring based on qualifications over considerations of race and gender. Mike Shaw, the state’s deputy forester, is accused of ignoring DEI chief Megan Donecker’s demand that the hiring process incorporate an intersectional approach, which she claims would consider the historical oppression of candidates’ ancestors.

Donecker, a white woman who has since resigned from her DEI role in the forestry department, cited an environment where six “queer” employees reportedly felt unsafe due to a lack of discussion around personal pronouns. The DEI chief, who describes herself as an “accomplice to marginalized communities,” claims Shaw left her off of important meeting notices in an attempt to circumvent her attempts to change hiring practices.

She described Shaw’s stance on identity-based hiring as dismissive, likening his approach to “a speeding car on an icy road”—a metaphor suggesting potential recklessness in ignoring DEI principles. According to Donecker, Shaw replied to her icy road metaphor stating: “We don’t go 60 [mph] out of the gate, or we’re gonna crash the car.”

Shaw’s leave is part of an ongoing investigation into the complaint. Meanwhile, Donecker has transitioned to a new role with Oregon’s Department of Early Learning and Care, working as an “Equity Trainer” and “Education Coordinator.”

Numerous major American corporations have abandoned their DEI programs in recent months, driven by a combination of investor backlash and a drop in productivity among DEI hires.

Image by Oregon National Guard.

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An Oregon state official is being placed on administrative leave following a complaint filed by a former Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) training staffer, who alleges the suspended official prioritized hiring based on qualifications over considerations of race and gender. Mike Shaw, the state's deputy forester, is accused of ignoring DEI chief Megan Donecker's demand that the hiring process incorporate an intersectional approach, which she claims would consider the historical oppression of candidates' ancestors. show more
October 14, 2024
Jack Montgomery
Culture

Just 16 States Will Celebrate Columbus Day Today.

According to state administrative and human resources websites, only 16 states and American Samoa are celebrating Columbus Day as an official public holiday. In various states, the day has been rebranded as Indigenous Peoples’ Day, in deference to the leftist narrative that Christopher Columbus should be regarded as a villain rather than a hero.

California has previously marked Columbus Day as Indigenous Peoples’ Day through gubernatorial proclamations despite not designating it as an official public holiday. Vermont, Maine, and New Mexico renamed the holiday Indigenous Peoples’ Day in 2019 and maintain it as an official holiday.

Some states and territories recognize the day under multiple identities. Nebraska and Rhode Island acknowledge it as both Columbus Day and Indigenous Peoples’ Day. The U.S. Virgin Islands emphasize Virgin Islands-Puerto Rico Friendship Day on the same date, and Alabama observes it as Columbus Day, American Indian Heritage Day, and Fraternal Day simultaneously.

Distinct regional adaptations are also present. South Dakota has celebrated Native American Day on this day since 1990, and Puerto Rico observes it as Día de la Raza, or ‘Day of the [Hispanic] Race.’

Colorado replaced Columbus Day with a holiday honoring Frances Xavier Cabrini, the Italian-American founder of the Missionary Sisters of the Sacred Heart of Jesus, in 2020.

Columbus is the most prominent Italian celebrated in the U.S., chiefly for his discovery of the Americas in 1492—Leif Erikson notwithstanding—and has long been a source of pride for Italian Americans. Statues of Columbus are regularly targeted by far-left activists who believe Europeans’ settlement of the New World was a bad thing, with Italian Americans stepping forward to restore them.

In recent days, the media have begun pushing claims Columbus was actually a Spanish Jew, not an Italian.

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According to state administrative and human resources websites, only 16 states and American Samoa are celebrating Columbus Day as an official public holiday. In various states, the day has been rebranded as Indigenous Peoples' Day, in deference to the leftist narrative that Christopher Columbus should be regarded as a villain rather than a hero. show more
October 14, 2024
Culture
News

Biden-Harris Govt Defies Congress, Blows $1.5M on Foreign LGBTQ Initiatives.

The Biden-Harris government is bypassing Congress to push its progressive LGBTQ agenda abroad despite a congressional freeze on the controversial spending. The U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID) plans to allocate $1.5 million of taxpayer money to LGBTQ initiatives in Latin America and the Caribbean.

Sources say that, despite a congressional committee putting a hold on this spending package, USAID is proceeding regardless. Such an act of defiance is rare, with federal agencies generally recognizing Congress’ constitutional “power of the purse.”

The USAID initiative includes funding to litigate against countries in Latin America and the Caribbean if they are accused of discriminating against LGBTQ people, meaning nations known for strong Catholic and Christian traditions could face expensive legal battles funded by U.S. taxpayer dollars.

The $1.5 million allocation is part of a broader $6.5 million global initiative supporting LGBTQ causes. Critics argue that this is another instance of the Biden-Harris government funneling public funds into leftist social causes. Many lawmakers have expressed outrage at the spending, especially in a time of economic uncertainty.

USAID’s $45 billion budget for 2024 has been criticized for wasteful and untracked spending, and there are concerns that some funds are ending up in the hands of America’s adversaries.

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The Biden-Harris government is bypassing Congress to push its progressive LGBTQ agenda abroad despite a congressional freeze on the controversial spending. The U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID) plans to allocate $1.5 million of taxpayer money to LGBTQ initiatives in Latin America and the Caribbean. show more
October 13, 2024
Crime
Culture
UK

Insect Attack by Militant Trannies Disrupts ‘LGB Alliance’ Conference.

Militant transgender activists released insects to disrupt a conference of lesbians, gays, and bisexuals who are critical of transgender ideology, leading to the evacuation of the event venue. Security detained several individuals following an incident at the UK LGB Alliance conference in London on Friday, October 11.

The event, featuring transgender critical gay and lesbian speakers, was disrupted by a group of activists who released insects in the venue. Authorities responded quickly, and conference attendees were temporarily relocated to the lobby.

Four individuals linked to the disruption were taken into custody, though it is suspected that several others evaded capture. Though not all of the attackers are confirmed to be transgender, several activists seemed to present themselves as such.

The LGB Alliance, a charity focused on supporting gay, lesbian, and bisexual individuals, without transgenderism stealing focus, organized the ‘Our Lives! Our Future!’ conference where the attack took place.

Attacks on those opposed to transgender ideology are no longer uncommon in the Western world. For instance, in France, pro-trans activists set off an explosive device in Lyon to disrupt a talk by feminist and trans-critical activist Marguerite Stern in September.

In the United States, radical transgenders like Audrey Hale in Tennesee have gone further. Hale murdered six people, most of them children, at a Christian school in 2023.

Another transgender attempted a mass shooting at a church in Houston earlier this year.

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Militant transgender activists released insects to disrupt a conference of lesbians, gays, and bisexuals who are critical of transgender ideology, leading to the evacuation of the event venue. Security detained several individuals following an incident at the UK LGB Alliance conference in London on Friday, October 11. show more
October 11, 2024
Culture
TECH

‘Spice Girl’ Campaigns for Bizarre New Emoji.

Melanie ‘Mel B’ Brown, a former Spice Girls member, is advocating for the introduction of Afro-hair emojis on digital devices worldwide. The call comes from a campaign led by Rise 365, a youth-driven organization, which complains that out of nearly 4,000 existing emojis, none depict hairstyles commonly worn by black or mixed-race individuals. The group is urging the Unicode Consortium, the entity responsible for deciding emoji distribution globally, to expand its range of symbols.

On social media, Bown is encouraging the public to search for “Afro Hair” online to raise awareness for the campaign. “The proposed emojis we’re hoping to get on our phones soon: Afro, Locs, Waves & Braids,” she explained, adding: “You can help by searching ‘Afro Hair’ on Google as manyyyyyy times as possible before [the] end of the month so we can bring change to our phones.”

The initiative coincides with Black History Month in the United Kingdom.

Joyclen Brodie-Mends Buffong, founder of Rise 365, claims Afro-hair emojis are required to address so-called “texturism,” which refers to prejudice against kinkier, tightly curled hair. The campaign seeks to initiate broader discussions about alleged Afro-hair discrimination and catalyze change, starting with emojis.

The Unicode Consortium had recently announced the addition of new emojis, such as a tired face and a leafless tree, but none included Afro hair. Designs for four new Afro hair emojis, created by Rise 365, are set to be submitted for consideration in April.

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Melanie 'Mel B' Brown, a former Spice Girls member, is advocating for the introduction of Afro-hair emojis on digital devices worldwide. The call comes from a campaign led by Rise 365, a youth-driven organization, which complains that out of nearly 4,000 existing emojis, none depict hairstyles commonly worn by black or mixed-race individuals. The group is urging the Unicode Consortium, the entity responsible for deciding emoji distribution globally, to expand its range of symbols. show more
October 10, 2024
Culture
Education
Sports

Students Plan Walkout Over Trans Athletes in Girls’ Sports.

High school students across New York are organizing a statewide walkout on October 24 to protest the inclusion of transgender athletes in girls’ sports. The Coalition to Protect Kids is spearheading the ‘Walk Off for Fairness Day’ event. The Catholic Church and conservative groups have also announced their support for it.

The demonstration comes amid debate over Proposition 1 on the November ballot. This measure, known as the Equal Rights Amendment, would codify abortion into the New York State Constitution but also includes language that could allow male-born athletes identifying as females to participate in girls’ and women’s sports, disadvantaging female athletes.

Ayesha Kreutz, spokeswoman for The Coalition to Protect Kids, emphasizes that ‘Walk Off for Fairness Day’ offers a platform for young women to voice their concerns. According to Kreutz, many female athletes feel pressured to remain silent on the issue.

New York Republican Party chairman Ed Cox states that Prop 1 would undermine Title IX protections. He notes it could potentially impact scholarships and opportunities for female athletes.

The walkout comes just months after a judge in Virginia ruled that a transgender male could join the girls’ tennis team at a school in the state after a local school district attempted to prevent them.

Biologically male athletes have routinely demonstrated advantages when playing against females, including at this year’s Summer Olympics, when the women’s 145-pound boxing gold medal was won by a person who previously failed gender tests.

Image by Lucas Werkmeister.

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High school students across New York are organizing a statewide walkout on October 24 to protest the inclusion of transgender athletes in girls' sports. The Coalition to Protect Kids is spearheading the 'Walk Off for Fairness Day' event. The Catholic Church and conservative groups have also announced their support for it. show more
October 4, 2024
Jack Montgomery
Culture
Immigration

Border Agents Now Get to Pick Their Preferred Pronouns!

U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) has announced a policy update introducing a wide range of pronouns for employees’ official online profiles. A CBP source says the woke initiative forms part of a broader drive by the Biden-Harris government for so-called social justice at a time when the CBP’s core task of border security is faltering.

“We couldn’t care less whether the agency implements a function to allow employees to list a myriad of pronouns on their official profile if we have not worked to secure the border,” said the source, speaking anonymously for fear of retaliation.

“This comes while we are still releasing thousands daily under CBP One, parole programs at airports, and to NGO shelters at the border. These social justice moves only serve to sink morale further,” they added.

Source: U.S. Customs and Border Protection via Breitbart.

CBP employees can reportedly enter a combination of up to 60 characters to describe their pronouns. There are a range of boutique gender identities beyond the standard he/him/himself, she/her/herself, and they/them/themself for the allegedly “non-binary.”

The LGBTQIA Resource Center at the University of California, Davis (UC Davis) lists multiple neopronouns, including co/cos/coself, for people who claim to be multiple genders, and em/eir/emself, which is one of many alternative non-binary pronouns.

The White House began asking for pronouns on its online contact form shortly after Joe Biden and Kamala Harris were inaugurated, but provides for less customization than CBP, offering only he/him, she/her, they/them, and ‘Other,’ alongside a ‘Prefer not to share’ option.

Vice President Harris is a committed gender ideologue, introducing publicly-funded gender surgeries for prisoners in California and committing to rolling them out for criminals and illegal aliens in government detention nationwide if she becomes President.

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U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) has announced a policy update introducing a wide range of pronouns for employees' official online profiles. A CBP source says the woke initiative forms part of a broader drive by the Biden-Harris government for so-called social justice at a time when the CBP's core task of border security is faltering. show more
October 3, 2024
Jack Montgomery
Culture

BLM Savages Tore Down a Columbus Statue in 2020. Now It’s Back!

A historic bronze statue of Christopher Columbus has been restored and relocated to Blauvelt, New York, after being rescued from a Virginia river where it was thrown by rioters in 2020. The statue, weighing about a ton, was originally erected in Richmond during the 1920s by the Italian-American community. The Italian-American Cultural Association of Virginia (IACAVA) fought to take custody of the statue from Richmond officials after far-left agitators toppled it during the Black Lives Matter (BLM) riots of 2020, and it now stands outside a lodge of the Blauvelt Sons of Italy.

The statue of the Italian explorer spent two years submerged in a river before the IACAVA could rescue it. After this, it was stored in a farmhouse until Sons of Italy Rockland Lodge President Michael Pizzi connected with IACAVA and began the process of restoring it in New York.

At the rededication ceremony attended by over 100 people, Pizzi described Columbus’s statue as a “symbol of discovery, adventure, perseverance, and the spirit of Italian culture.” Catholic priest Father Joe Pavone then blessed the statue, praising Columbus as a “brave, courageous figure” who “in many ways is responsible for bringing our faith to the New World.”

Historic statues and monuments were targeted by rioters and left-wing lawmakers across the United States and the wider West throughout the BLM disorder of 2020 and beyond. These included not just Confederate memorials but also monuments to the Founding Fathers and even Abraham Lincoln.

Statues of Columbus had been a target even before the BLM riots, with many leftist ideologues demonizing him for laying much of the groundwork for the European conquest and settlement of the Americas.

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A historic bronze statue of Christopher Columbus has been restored and relocated to Blauvelt, New York, after being rescued from a Virginia river where it was thrown by rioters in 2020. The statue, weighing about a ton, was originally erected in Richmond during the 1920s by the Italian-American community. The Italian-American Cultural Association of Virginia (IACAVA) fought to take custody of the statue from Richmond officials after far-left agitators toppled it during the Black Lives Matter (BLM) riots of 2020, and it now stands outside a lodge of the Blauvelt Sons of Italy. show more
October 2, 2024
Culture
Health

Georgia’s Abortion Ban Overturned by Fulton County Judge.

A Georgia judge has nullified the state’s six-week abortion ban, claiming that it was “arbitrary” and infringed on women’s rights. Fulton County Superior Court Judge Robert McBurney ruled that Georgia’s concept of “liberty” encompasses aborting babies without unwarranted state interference. However, McBurney conceded that this right is not without boundaries, stating society can intervene when an unborn child reaches “viability.”

Following the ruling, abortions—for the time being—are now permitted up to the point of viability, generally around 22 weeks of pregnancy. Previously, the ban made abortions illegal after the detection of a heartbeat, usually at six weeks.

Georgia’s six-week abortion ban had already been nullified once before in November 2022, not long after it came into effect in July of the same year. An appeal by the state Attorney General’s office to Georgia’s Supreme Court resulted in the case being remanded to Fulton County.

Before the latest court ruling, misleading news reports had attributed two women’s deaths to the six-week abortion ban. In one instance, a woman who took abortion pills developed an infection due to the incomplete expulsion of her deceased unborn twins. Despite a medical intervention, she succumbed to the infection. Some media outlets inaccurately claimed the abortion ban caused her death, misrepresenting the legality of D&Cs (dilation and curettage) under the law.

In a separate case, another woman also took abortion pills but did not expel her baby entirely. She subsequently took a fatal dose of painkillers, including fentanyl, and died. Her family claims she did not seek medical care due to misconceptions about the abortion law, even though treatment would have been legally permissible.

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A Georgia judge has nullified the state's six-week abortion ban, claiming that it was "arbitrary" and infringed on women's rights. Fulton County Superior Court Judge Robert McBurney ruled that Georgia's concept of "liberty" encompasses aborting babies without unwarranted state interference. However, McBurney conceded that this right is not without boundaries, stating society can intervene when an unborn child reaches "viability." show more