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vivek eminem
August 28, 2023
William Upton
Culture
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Politics

Eminem Cries to Lawyers Because Vivek Performs His Songs for Fun.

Republican presidential candidate and tech entrepreneur Vivek Ramaswamy received a cease and desist letter from rapper Eminem, who is demanding that Ramaswamy stop performing his songs on the campaign trail.

Acting through his music’s license holder, BMI, Eminem informed Ramaswamy campaign lawyers that he is “…objecting to the Vivek Ramaswamy campaign’s use of [his] musical compositions (the “Eminem Works”) and requesting that BMI remove all Eminem Works from the Agreement.”

Ramaswamy, a 2024 candidate for the Republican presidential nomination, made a media splash when he performed Eminem’s hit song “Lose Yourself” during an event at the Iowa State Fair hosted by Governor Kim Reynolds.

Eminem, whose real name is Marshall Bruce Mathers III, is no stranger to legal controversies over his nearly 30-year career. In June of 2000 the rapper was slapped with weapons charges after pulling an unloaded gun on an employee of the rival music group, Insane Clown Posse. In July of 2000 he was sued by his now ex-wife Kimberly ‘Kim’ Anne Scott for defamation after he graphically described her attempted suicide in the song entitled “Kim.”

The United States Secret Service has twice investigated Eminem for threatening Presidents George W. Bush and Donald Trump in his music. In 2016, the rapper released a free-style rap entitled “Campaign Speech” that was highly critical of Donald Trump and in 2020 he authorized the Biden campaign to use “Lose Yourself” – the same song performed by Ramaswamy in Iowa – in a campaign video.

Eminem was once known for railing against the establishment, and censoriousness. That, however, was twenty years and several hundred million dollars ago.

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Republican presidential candidate and tech entrepreneur Vivek Ramaswamy received a cease and desist letter from rapper Eminem, who is demanding that Ramaswamy stop performing his songs on the campaign trail. show more

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hooters
August 26, 2023
Culture
News

Biden Govt Sues Hooters Alleging ‘Racial Discrimination’.

A Hooters restaurant in Greensboro, North Carolina is facing a lawsuit by the US Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) for alleged racial discrimination against its employees. According to the EEOC, the franchise location temporarily terminated Black and darker-skinned staff members, also known as “Hooters girls,” during the early months of the pandemic in March 2020. The agency stated that 43 employees were laid off during this period, and when the establishment recalled employees in May 2020, mostly white or light-skinned employees were brought back.

The EEOC’s lawsuit, filed in the US District Court for the Middle District of North Carolina, claims a marked shift in the racial composition of the restaurant’s Hooters Girls workforce. Out of the 13 employees recalled, 12 were reported to be white and/or have light skin tones (whatever the latter means).

Additionally, the EEOC reported a 43 percent decrease in dark-skinned and/or Black employees from before the layoffs until after rehiring. The complaint also alleges racial hostility and preferential treatment of white employees by dark-skinned and/or Black employees while they were working at the establishment.

The plaintiffs argue Hooters’ actions violated Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, which protects employees from workplace discrimination and harassment. The EEOC seeks monetary relief, including back pay, compensatory and punitive damages, and injunctive relief against the Hooters franchise. Neither Hooters nor the EEOC have provided comments on the lawsuit at this time.

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A Hooters restaurant in Greensboro, North Carolina is facing a lawsuit by the US Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) for alleged racial discrimination against its employees. According to the EEOC, the franchise location temporarily terminated Black and darker-skinned staff members, also known as "Hooters girls," during the early months of the pandemic in March 2020. The agency stated that 43 employees were laid off during this period, and when the establishment recalled employees in May 2020, mostly white or light-skinned employees were brought back. show more
bob barker
August 26, 2023
Culture
News

Bob Barker, Longtime ‘The Price Is Right’ Host, Dies at 99.

Bob Barker, the iconic host of America’s TV game show “The Price Is Right,” has died at the age of 99, according to his longtime publicist Roger Neal. Barker hosted the popular game show for 35 years, from 1972 to 2007, and gained a loyal following. His career spanned over half a century, starting as the host of “Truth or Consequences” in 1956, and retiring from “The Price Is Right” in 2007.

Born on December 12, 1923, in Darrington, Washington, Barker moved to a Sioux Indian reservation in Mission, South Dakota, at the age of six. After serving in the U.S. Navy during World War II, he attended Drury College and graduated with a degree in economics. Barker’s broadcasting career began in Florida, where he hosted his own radio program before moving to California in 1950.

Barker became the host of “The Price Is Right” in 1972, breathing life into the show and helping it become the longest-running daytime game show in TV history. He also hosted the Miss Universe and Miss America pageants for 20 years, as well as the New Year’s Day Tournament of Roses Parade.

Despite a scandal involving a former model accusing him of impropriety in 1994, Barker’s TV legacy remained strong, and he received an Emmy Award for Lifetime Achievement. He retired from television in 2007 but continued his activism for animals until his death.

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Bob Barker, the iconic host of America's TV game show "The Price Is Right," has died at the age of 99, according to his longtime publicist Roger Neal. Barker hosted the popular game show for 35 years, from 1972 to 2007, and gained a loyal following. His career spanned over half a century, starting as the host of "Truth or Consequences" in 1956, and retiring from "The Price Is Right" in 2007. show more
confederate memorial
August 25, 2023
Culture
News

Biden’s Pentagon Intent on Removing Confederate Memorial from Arlington, Despite Opposition.

Americans voiced their opposition to Arlington National Cemetery’s (ANC) decision to remove the Confederate Memorial during a public comment session on Wednesday. The Army is seeking public input as part of the legal process to determine the memorial’s historical significance and how best to dismantle it, following a congressionally-mandated study that found the structure ‘problematic’.

Many participants, including veterans with both Union and Confederate heritage, argued for preserving the memorial, citing its artistic value and symbolic representation of reconciliation. Some expressed concern that removing the memorial would lead to division rather than unity. However, some still supported its removal – asserting that there should be no memorials honoring those who fought against the United States.

The Naming Commission, established by Congress in 2021, is tasked with identifying and removing names, bases, and other Department of Defense assets that honor the Confederate States of America or individuals who voluntarily served for the Confederacy. The Pentagon’s final report recommended removing the bronze upper part of the memorial while leaving the granite base intact to avoid disturbing graves. However, commenters contended that the memorial commemorated the movement towards reunification after the Union’s victory, rather than glorifying the Confederacy. Critics also argue that dismantling the memorial would destroy a monument symbolizing peace, harmony, and reconciliation. ANC will host a virtual public scoping meeting on August 23rd to gather further comments on the removal and relocation of the Confederate Memorial’s statue and bronze elements.

Opposition to the removal of the Confederate Memorial centers on its historical and sentimental value, as well as the fact that it serves as a grave marker for some buried at Arlington. Moses Ezekiel, a Jewish-American Confederate veteran and Virginia Military Institute cadet, is buried at the base of the memorial, according to ANC’s website. Some opponents of the memorial’s removal have accused the decision of being antisemitic based on Ezekiel’s Jewish roots.

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Americans voiced their opposition to Arlington National Cemetery's (ANC) decision to remove the Confederate Memorial during a public comment session on Wednesday. The Army is seeking public input as part of the legal process to determine the memorial's historical significance and how best to dismantle it, following a congressionally-mandated study that found the structure 'problematic'. show more

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lgbt policy
August 25, 2023
Culture
News

School District Charges Parents $18K for LGBT Policy Info.

The Montgomery County School District in Maryland rescinded their opt-out policy for parents who did not want their children partaking in the district’s gender and sexuality curriculum. When Nicole Neily, president of Parents Defending Education, made a records request for “opt-out” records, the district said it would cost $20,000 and won’t be available until October 2nd.

Public record requests in Maryland are governed by the Maryland Public Information Act (MPIA). The MPIA dictates government agencies may only charge a “reasonable fee” for processing records requests, with the goal being “…neither to make a profit nor to bear a loss on the cost of providing information to the public,” according to the Maryland Attorney General’s website.

In a further blow to Montgomery County parents, a U.S. District Court judge denied a request to reinstate the school district’s opt-out policy. Parents argued that the Montgomery County School District had violated their rights as parents to guide their child’s religious instruction.

Judge Deborah Boardman wrote in her opinion that, “…the plaintiffs’ asserted due process right to direct their children’s upbringing by opting out of a public-school curriculum that conflicts with their religious views is not a fundamental right.”

Judge Boardman also denied the parents’ request for a preliminary injunction which would have allowed for the opt-out policy to at least continue for this school year.

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The Montgomery County School District in Maryland rescinded their opt-out policy for parents who did not want their children partaking in the district's gender and sexuality curriculum. When Nicole Neily, president of Parents Defending Education, made a records request for "opt-out" records, the district said it would cost $20,000 and won't be available until October 2nd. show more
carlos santana
August 25, 2023
Culture
News

Guitar Legend Carlos Santana Under Fire for ‘Woman is a Woman’ Comment.

In a video that has gone viral, celebrated guitarist Carlos Santana was filmed calling out radical gender ideology. The 76-year-old Mexican-American musician can be seen addressing the crowd between songs, stating: “You know who you are, and what you are… Because a woman is a woman and a man is a man – that’s it.”

Santana also made a reference to comedian Dave Chappelle, known for making jokes at the expense of those who hold extreme, pro-trans stances during his stand-up performances.

Santana received applause from concert-goers when he made his remarks, but faced a predictable backlash from far-left activists, and felt compelled to issue an apology.

“I am sorry for my insensitive comments. They don’t reflect that I want to honor and respect all person’s ideals and beliefs,” he said. “I realize that what I said hurt people and that was not my intent. I sincerely apologize to the transgender community and everyone I offended.”

Last year, Santana experienced a health scare after collapsing on stage in Michigan. He was subsequently hospitalized and had to postpone some concert dates for his health and recovery.

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In a video that has gone viral, celebrated guitarist Carlos Santana was filmed calling out radical gender ideology. The 76-year-old Mexican-American musician can be seen addressing the crowd between songs, stating: "You know who you are, and what you are... Because a woman is a woman and a man is a man – that's it." show more

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trump mugshot
August 24, 2023
Culture
News
Politics

Trump Mugshot ‘Will Be On Posters In Dorm Rooms’, Says Daughter-in-Law.

Lara Trump, daughter-in-law of former President Donald Trump, said the family plans to celebrate his upcoming mugshot and predicted the photo would become popular as a poster in dorm rooms and on t-shirts. Lara Trump described it as “the most famous mugshot in the history of the world” and said it would be seen as a symbol of support for Donald Trump.

Former President Trump, along with Rudy Giuliani and 17 other associates, was indicted in Georgia earlier this month on charges related to alleged election interference. Trump is facing 13 charges, including engaging in a conspiracy to replace public officials with fake electors and altering the vote count.

The mugshot of former President Donald Trump, as he prepares to turn himself in to face charges of election interference in Georgia, is expected to become an historic moment. Trump’s bond has been set at $200,000 and comes with certain conditions, including a prohibition on intimidating co-defendants, witnesses, or victims.

Despite his legal troubles, Trump remains on the campaign trail and in pole position in the GOP primary. Recent polls also show him defeating Joe Biden in 2024.

The Georgia indictment is the fourth criminal case brought against him since March, making him the first former US president to face criminal charges. In addition to state charges in Georgia and New York, Trump has also been hit with federal charges in Florida and Washington DC.

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Lara Trump, daughter-in-law of former President Donald Trump, said the family plans to celebrate his upcoming mugshot and predicted the photo would become popular as a poster in dorm rooms and on t-shirts. Lara Trump described it as "the most famous mugshot in the history of the world" and said it would be seen as a symbol of support for Donald Trump. show more
biden pac
August 23, 2023
Jake Welch
Culture
News
Politics

‘Beyond Troubling’ – Biden PAC Has $12M+ Discrepancy.

Future Forward, President Biden’s favorite Super PAC, has been found to have a colossal $12 million gap in its financial disclosures as well as other suspicious financial discrepancies that could give rise to an immediate investigation.

Future Forward, led by former Obama campaign officials and endorsed by the Biden regime as a “pre-eminent super PAC” supporting Biden’s 2024 presidential bid, claimed to have received $3.4 million from its dark money affiliate, Future Forward USA Action in 2021. Future Forward USA Action actually provided $15.3 million in that year, according to its own IRS tax return.

The PAC’s financial reporting between 2018 and 2020 is similarly suspicious. It reported receiving $467,204 worth of inline staff contributions from its affiliate in 2020, but the affiliate reported $67,479 that same year. Between 2018 and 2019, the affiliate claimed it provided $0 in-kind staff services, yet the PAC said it received $137,000 from its affiliate.

“This situation calls for an investigation… The apparent numerous and blatant discrepancies in the recent filings by both the nonprofit and the super PAC are beyond troubling,” stated the executive director of the watchdog group, Foundation for Accountability and Civic Trust, Kendra Arnold.

“The U.S. DOJ has sent people to prison for this sort of illegal activity, and the FEC has imposed major fines on conservative organizations accused of less blatant earmarking,” added Charlie Spies, a Romney-world election lawyer.

President Biden’s own S-corp has been found to be equally dubious after it received $10 million without its origins being specified in 2017.

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Future Forward, President Biden's favorite Super PAC, has been found to have a colossal $12 million gap in its financial disclosures as well as other suspicious financial discrepancies that could give rise to an immediate investigation. show more
oliver anthony
August 22, 2023
Culture

NEW: Oliver Anthony Song Talks ‘Brink of War’ After ‘Rich Men’ Viral Hit.

Overnight viral hit artist Oliver Anthony has published a new song to his YouTube page today, entitled “I Want to Go Home”.

The song features the lyrics, “We’re on the brink of the next World War and I don’t think nobody’s praying no more,” as well as, “every damn day is always some kind of bill to pay, people just doing what the rich man say.”

The music video, below, closes with Mark 8:36 from the Bible: “For what shall it profit a man, if he shall gain the whole world, and lose his own soul?”

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Overnight viral hit artist Oliver Anthony has published a new song to his YouTube page today, entitled "I Want to Go Home". show more
woke
August 21, 2023
Culture
News
Politics

GOP Voters Are Over ‘Woke’.

Republican presidential candidates at the Iowa State Fair last week barely mentioned the term “woke,” signaling a possible shift in their messaging strategy since Florida Governor Ron DeSantis oversaturated his campaign with the word, early on.

Former South Carolina Gov. Nikki Haley, tech entrepreneur Vivek Ramaswamy, and indeed DeSantis, who once heavily criticized wokeness, downplayed their use of the term in their speeches, with voters suggesting the phrase, alongside “mind virus” is both vague and a second tier concern in the upcoming election.

Polling suggests Republican voters are more responsive to bread-and-butter issues like tax cuts and crime reduction.

Iowa voters in attendance had mixed views on the matter, with some expressing concern over the infusion of left-wing ideology into public life, and wokeness described as anger, dishonesty, and an attempt to change the face of America. The definition of woke varies, however, from person to person. Polling showed only a quarter of respondents preferred a candidate focused on combating woke ideology, with a majority favoring a candidate who emphasizes law and order.

Candidates such as DeSantis and Ramaswamy have altered their messaging to address broader themes related to parental decision-making rather than using the buzzword “woke.” These candidates are still discussing anti-woke themes; they have just moved away from explicit usage of the term. The shift in messaging reflects a response to changing public perception and a desire to connect with Republican voters on a broader range of issues.

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Republican presidential candidates at the Iowa State Fair last week barely mentioned the term "woke," signaling a possible shift in their messaging strategy since Florida Governor Ron DeSantis oversaturated his campaign with the word, early on. show more