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Trump’s Tariffs, America’s Bailout

John Muryell

When Donald Trump imposed sweeping tariffs on America’s trading partners, his administration branded them a “lifeline for the middle class.” Supporters claimed tariffs would protect U.S. jobs and industries. But years later, the reality is undeniable: higher consumer prices, disrupted supply chains, lost export markets, and taxpayer-funded bailouts. The latest example came in December 2025, when Trump announced a new $12 billion bailout for farmers. The aid, scheduled to begin distribution in February 2026, is intended to offset losses from retaliatory tariffs that slashed demand for U.S. crops such as soybeans, corn, wheat, and pork. This bailout was not triggered … Continue reading Trump’s Tariffs, America’s Bailout

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The Fight for Warner Bros.: A Hostile Bid With High Stakes

John Muryell

The Fight for Warner Bros.: A Hostile Bid With High Stakes David Ellison’s hostile takeover bid for Warner Bros. Discovery has sparked growing alarm across the entertainment industry, political watchdog groups, and media‑freedom advocates, who warn that the attempt carries not just corporate implications but profound risks for the independence of one of the world’s most influential cultural institutions. Yet even in this moment of uncertainty, something powerful is emerging: a renewed awareness of how deeply people depend on free expression, honest journalism, and the creative voices that help us understand ourselves and one another. This isn’t just a business … Continue reading The Fight for Warner Bros.: A Hostile Bid With High Stakes

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The Supreme Court Is Abandoning Its Duty

John Muryell

The Supreme Court’s decision to allow Texas’ mid‑decade congressional map to stand is the latest in a growing series of rulings that critics say reveal a troubling institutional pattern: when confronted with disputes that could disadvantage Donald Trump or his political allies, the Court repeatedly chooses inaction, delay, or procedural escape hatches over direct constitutional enforcement. For many Americans — especially those whose communities have fought for decades to be fairly represented — this isn’t just another legal setback. It feels like a painful reminder that the system designed to protect their rights can still turn away at the very … Continue reading The Supreme Court Is Abandoning Its Duty

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Trump’s Approval Plummets to 36% as GOP Fractures

John Muryell

Washington, D.C. — December 2025. President Donald Trump is facing some of the lowest approval ratings of his presidency, leaving him politically isolated as Republican lawmakers and allies quietly step back. Recent polls show Trump’s approval sinking into the mid-30s, with disapproval nearing 60%. A Gallup survey in late November placed his approval at 36%, while a Reuters/Ipsos poll recorded 38%, a nine-point drop since Inauguration Day. Even within his own party, support has slipped by seven points in just one month — a rare fracture in a base once considered unshakable. These historically low numbers are more than statistics; … Continue reading Trump’s Approval Plummets to 36% as GOP Fractures

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Fair Maps, Fair Voices: Why TN-7 Deserves Better

John Muryell

When politicians redraw district lines to protect themselves, everyone loses. That is precisely what happened here in Tennessee’s 7th Congressional District. Nashville’s neighborhoods were carved apart, Clarksville’s growing voice was diluted, and Franklin was folded into a map designed not to reflect communities, but to rig outcomes. The result is a district that looks less like a community and more like a political puzzle, stitched together to serve partisan interests rather than the people who call it home. This isn’t democracy. It’s gerrymandering. And voters across Tennessee—Republicans, Democrats, and independents alike—are weary of it. Gerrymandering cheats us all. It silences … Continue reading Fair Maps, Fair Voices: Why TN-7 Deserves Better

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National Guard Ambush in D.C. Raises Questions About Trump’s Deployment, Immigration Policy, and Project 2025

John Muryell

WASHINGTON — The deadly ambush near the Farragut West Metro station on November 26 has intensified scrutiny of President Donald Trump’s deployment of National Guard troops in the nation’s capital, his immigration policies, and his broader Project 2025 agenda. Two West Virginia Guard members were attacked while on patrol; 20‑year‑old Sarah Backstrom was killed, and 24‑year‑old Andrew Wolfe remains in critical condition. The tragedy has left families grieving and communities questioning whether political decisions placed service members in harm’s way. Even amid sorrow, their sacrifice has become a rallying cry for accountability, justice, and hope. In August, Trump ordered more than … Continue reading National Guard Ambush in D.C. Raises Questions About Trump’s Deployment, Immigration Policy, and Project 2025

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Bluesky Emerges as Progressive Counterbalance to X’s Rightward Shift

John Muryell

The struggle for the future of online discourse is increasingly defined not only by technology but by ideology. As X (formerly Twitter) cements its reputation as a right-leaning platform under Elon Musk’s ownership, Bluesky is rising as the progressive alternative — smaller in scale but steadily gaining traction among younger, privacy-conscious users. X remains the global giant, with an estimated 600 million users worldwide, serving as the default platform for breaking news and real-time conversation. Bluesky, launched publicly in 2024, has surged to nearly 40 million users by late 2025. While far behind in raw numbers, its growth reflects a … Continue reading Bluesky Emerges as Progressive Counterbalance to X’s Rightward Shift

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Veilwalkers: The Quiet Art of Leaving the Body

John Muryell

Astral projection, the reported experience of conscious awareness separating from the physical body, continues to captivate people across cultures and generations. For some, it’s a spiritual calling. For others, a psychological mystery. And for many, it’s a deeply personal journey—one that speaks to our most enduring questions about life, death, and the nature of self. Practitioners who pursue intentional out-of-body experiences (OBEs) often describe sensations that are both startling and profound: a gentle rising, a magnetic pull, or a surge of internal vibration. These moments typically unfold in a state of deep relaxation, sometimes accompanied by sleep paralysis or vivid … Continue reading Veilwalkers: The Quiet Art of Leaving the Body

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What Senator Kennedy Isn’t Telling You About the ACA—and Why It Matters Now

John Muryell

Senator John Kennedy’s recent claim that the Affordable Care Act “failed to deliver” has sparked concern among health policy experts, patient advocates, and families who rely on the law’s protections. While Kennedy’s remarks may resonate with those frustrated by rising costs, critics argue his rhetoric overlooks the ACA’s measurable successes—and the real harm his proposed alternatives could inflict. Since its passage in 2010, the ACA has helped millions of Americans access care they previously couldn’t afford. The uninsured rate dropped from 16.3% to 8% by 2023, resulting in over 20 million more people gaining coverage. Medicaid expansion in 39 states … Continue reading What Senator Kennedy Isn’t Telling You About the ACA—and Why It Matters Now

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Checks and Balances Are Failing—Here’s What That Means for All of Us

John Muryell

In a ruling that left many Americans stunned and disheartened, a federal appeals court declined to reinstate a lower court’s finding of probable cause that Trump officials committed criminal contempt by defying a judicial order. The decision not only shields those officials from immediate accountability—it signals a deeper institutional collapse in the face of executive defiance, and a growing fear that the rule of law is being hollowed out from within. The case centers on a 2024 injunction issued by U.S. District Judge James Boasberg, who ordered Trump officials to halt deportations of certain Venezuelan migrants under the rarely invoked … Continue reading Checks and Balances Are Failing—Here’s What That Means for All of Us