We are constantly exposed to propaganda. Many of us are vulnerable and succumb to its influence. There is a widespread belief that the wealthy people have the power. The wealthy use various strategies to manipulate us and maintain their dominance, such as creating inflation, discouraging labor unions, and dividing the lower and middle classes. The main instrument they employ to achieve this is capitalism. Capitalism requires that someone has to lose for someone else to win. The words of Mr. Ransom, “Nothing is free,” are very accurate and have a double-edged effect. They can limit some of us, but they can also liberate us. As children, we do not fully understand their implications because we rely on others, but as we mature, we face the reality that our life has undergone a radical transformation. 

Inequality in society is the lesson that the wealthy have failed to learn. The wealthy may not say, “Let them eat cake,” but their actions speak louder than words. 

Many of us, the majority of us, are drawn into the capitalist system because we have been taught and shown that it works. We are taught that other economic systems cannot work because of corruption. We are told this while living in a sea of corruption that people and companies caused in capitalism. Even though we see the corruption, they tell us other systems would be worse. They use their history of why it would be worse. We are forced fed capitalism’s positive aspects and simultaneously blinded or given reasons why inequalities exist. They are quick to blame people with low incomes for being poor. 

When Ronald Reagan wanted to turn us against people with low incomes, he presented us with the image of the “welfare queen.” It was not a coincidence that the person was black and a woman. It was a deliberate choice. We were not informed that most people on welfare are white. That was omitted, and we were led to believe that if a black person exploits the system for their benefit. But this fits the narrative and reinforces the stereotype that black people are lazy and always take advantage of the system meant to help people. At the same time, we are given false information about who really exploits the system: corporations, wealthy individuals, and others.

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The video of Ta’Kiya Young’s death was disturbing, but as I analyzed it, I noticed several actions by the officer that seemed irrational. It was clear that the first officer did not perceive Ms. Young as a lethal threat. He was shouting at her and ordering her to get out of the car, but he was also standing safely at the side of the vehicle. The second officer, however, placed himself in danger by standing in front of the car. He did this voluntarily. Was this an official protocol to stand in front of a vehicle with the possibility of moving?

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I asked a question today and looked up the answer. The Democratic governor of Kentucky cannot replace Mitch McConnell with a Democrat if he steps down. According to a law passed in 2021, the governor has to choose from a list of three candidates submitted by the Republican Party of Kentucky. The temporary replacement would serve until a special election is held to fill the vacancy. This law was supported by McConnell and opposed by Governor Andy Beshear, who tried to veto it but was overridden by the Republican-controlled legislature. Therefore, McConnell’s Senate seat would remain in Republican hands even if he resigns or dies before his term ends in 2027.

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In my opinion, the U.S. political system and how it affects Black people has kept them in an ongoing state of victimhood. I think the system was designed by old white men who wanted to stay in power at any cost. I believe that they have made Black people suffer from oppression and injustice for a long time. I believe that Mitch McConnell's second medical event, at least it appears that way to me, that happened on a live recording, has shown us how evil, selfish, greedy, and hateful most of them can be.

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Stochastic terrorism is a term used to describe the use of language or communication to incite violence. The term "stochastic" refers to a process that involves random probability or chance. Stochastic terrorism is the public demonization of a person or group that results in the incitement of a violent act. These acts are statistically probable but cannot be predicted.

Stochastic terrorism can involve:

• Dehumanizing and vilifying a person or group of people
• Hate speech
• Public dehumanization
• Public figures

Stochastic terrorism is a type of extremist violence that is borne of increasing polarization. Extremism and terrorism experts have been warning of the growing threat of stochastic terrorism. These acts are much harder to predict by law enforcement.

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A well-known saying warns us to be cautious of those who claim to be our allies because they may also have ulterior motives or hidden agendas. This metaphor compares such deceptive people to wolves who disguise themselves as sheep to prey on the flock.

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Rarely in life are two or more issues sitting on equal footing. Bothsideism tries to tell us that one side carries as much weight as the other. Common sense tells us this is not true. Don't be fooled ask questions.

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How does it feel to be Black? It is shameful that not everyone can feel the joy of being Black and knowing that you are the foundation for everything!

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We all have a price...what's yours?

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We all have a price...What's yours?

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