Introduction One focus of President George W. Bush is to help injured veterans transition back to civilian life. As part of that, Portraits of Courage is a project that helps raise awareness, support, and funding for veterans. The book, Portraits of Courage is available on Amazon. [view] Hannity Show Sergeant Daniel Casara discusses being one… Continue reading “Portraits of Courage” by George W. Bush – Paintings of Wounded American Veterans
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George W. Bush on the Today Show (27 Feb 2017)
Former President George W. Bush joins TODAY’s Kathie Lee Gifford and his daughter, Jenna Bush Hager, to answer some rapid-fire questions that cover his most embarrassing, moving and funny family stories (including that whole choking on a pretzel in the White House thing), and he shares the hardest and most uplifting experiences he had as… Continue reading George W. Bush on the Today Show (27 Feb 2017)
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu Speaks About Donald Trump and Anti-Semitism
It’s been collectively suggested that Donald Trump and his family are anti-Semetic White Nationalist Nazis helping to fuel a rise in anti-Jewish hate crimes and attacks in the U.S. and around the world. The following video offers comments by Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu regarding these claims. Further Reading “Donald Trump’s Jewish Family and Friends,” by Admin… Continue reading Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu Speaks About Donald Trump and Anti-Semitism
History and Use of the Phrase: “I Serve at the Pleasure of the President”
On 14 Feb 2017, Trump Administration White House advisor Kellyanne Conway stated on Twitter: “I serve at the pleasure of @POTUS. His message is my message. His goals are my goals.” (source) This oath of obedience was to the backdrop of another White House staff member, Stephen Miller, on the same day proclaiming (at length)… Continue reading History and Use of the Phrase: “I Serve at the Pleasure of the President”
Chart Showing Trump Administration Relationships with Russian Businesses, Government, and Leaders
The chart below is attributed to the Twitter users @khanoisseur and @skeddyruxypin, although there is no recent post by either account with this image. It is available here in JPG and PNG formats. We’ve not fact checked its authenticity or accuracy, but offer it here for reference since the chart has become the focus of some discussion.… Continue reading Chart Showing Trump Administration Relationships with Russian Businesses, Government, and Leaders
ATTN: Paying Attention Video Series with Bill Maher, Robert Reich, George Take, Connor Fanta, Keith Ellison, and Sen. Elizabeth Warren
Summary Courtesy of ATTN, below is the full Paying Attention video series with host Matthew Segal. Show guests include Bill Maher, Robert Reich, George Take, Connor Fanta, Keith Ellison, and Sen. Elizabeth Warren (in that order). The video series below begins with the Elizabeth Warren episode posted on 9 Feb 2017. This video is an embedded playlist, so… Continue reading ATTN: Paying Attention Video Series with Bill Maher, Robert Reich, George Take, Connor Fanta, Keith Ellison, and Sen. Elizabeth Warren
Bill Maher With Tomi Hahren, Rick Wilson, Jason Kander, Sam Harris, and Michael Eric Dyson
Video About At a time when politics has become more polarized, and media outlets are picking sides, many people find themselves in ‘echo chambers’ hearing news and discussion that aligns with and validates their own beliefs. This interview from Real Time with Bill Maher brings people from various political camps into one show. This video… Continue reading Bill Maher With Tomi Hahren, Rick Wilson, Jason Kander, Sam Harris, and Michael Eric Dyson
POLITICS – Transcending the Party Divide
As part of a larger project, we’re compiling examples of bi-partisan collaboration. The following is the audio of a discussion with Iowa legislators Jim Ross Lightfoot and Dave Nagle discussing how past cooperation among legislators and civility helped bring progress. This is audio from the Iowa Public Radio show “River to River” with Ben Kieffer and Emily… Continue reading POLITICS – Transcending the Party Divide
Dave Rubin and Glenn Beck – Common Ground Issues – 40 Years of Broadcasting – 3 Part Interview – 1 Feb 2017
Summary Glenn Beck and Dave Rubin discuss the left, the right, mainstream media, and much more. These videos were produced by the Ruben Report. Please Note: This website contains content from the left and right in an effort to offer a balance of information from a variety of viewpoints. These videos are shared here as part of an effort to… Continue reading Dave Rubin and Glenn Beck – Common Ground Issues – 40 Years of Broadcasting – 3 Part Interview – 1 Feb 2017
Tennessee to Expand Tuition-Free College Program
Introduction At a time when some states are cutting back on their investment in education, Governor Bill Haslam of Tennessee is expanding on the state’s college education initiative (TennesseePromise.gov) by extending tuition-free education to adults through the Tennessee Reconnect program. Integral to education access is the Tennessee Broadband Accessibility Act — “legislation to increase broadband access to Tennessee’s… Continue reading Tennessee to Expand Tuition-Free College Program
A 7-Month Analysis of Politics and Social Media
Summary From June 2016 through January 2017, I immersed myself in social media during one of the most contested, controversial, and unconventional elections in recent history. The polarization that normally occurs in elections was amplified due to the nature of the 2016 Presidential election. This meant more people were involved, with greater passion, and more… Continue reading A 7-Month Analysis of Politics and Social Media
Theresa May Speech on 26 Jan 2017 at the Republican Party ‘Congress of Tomorrow’ Conference in Philadelphia (Video and Transcript)
Summary On 26 Jan 2017, Theresa May delivered a speech at the Republican Party ‘Congress of Tomorrow’ Conference in Philadelphia. The video and transcript of that speech are below. VIDEO The video below was posted to YouTube on 26 Jan 2017 by Bloomberg Politics. Press play to begin viewing. If advertising appears during the video,… Continue reading Theresa May Speech on 26 Jan 2017 at the Republican Party ‘Congress of Tomorrow’ Conference in Philadelphia (Video and Transcript)