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First draft thoughts on "the high road"

Disaffected Newsletter • 2198 implied HN points • 18 Jul 24
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Political Ideology Government Policy Political Rights Cultural Conflict Social Issues
  1. Changing political and cultural views can lead to significant personal and social consequences. Many people experience pushback when they express alternative opinions or truths.
  2. Facing severe backlash—like losing a job or being labeled negatively—can increase feelings of isolation and mistrust among those who speak out.
  3. The idea of 'rising above' and not holding others accountable can feel unfair, especially to those who have been treated poorly for standing up for their beliefs.

Trans activists make women terrified for their safety at the Let Women Speak rally in New Zealand.

A B’Old Woman • 5135 implied HN points • 25 Mar 23
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Gender Issues Activism Public Safety Political Rights Social Issues
  1. At the rally in New Zealand, many women felt scared due to aggressive protests from trans activists. This fear led to organizers feeling they had to abandon the event for safety reasons.
  2. There are strong concerns about how discussions around gender and women's spaces are being handled, especially the rights and safety of women in spaces meant only for them.
  3. Many women and parents are frustrated that their voices and concerns are not being acknowledged by the government or media. They feel they should be able to speak freely about these issues without facing violence or backlash.

ADDENDUM L: Constitutional Doctrines Under Assault and the Path to Restoration

Autodidact Obsessions • 4 implied HN points • 21 May 25
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Constitutional Law Immigration Judicial Review Political Rights
  1. Illegal immigrants have more legal protections than American citizens, making it hard for the government to enforce immigration laws.
  2. Current judicial decisions are weakening the structure of the Constitution, leading to more issues like illegal entry and crime without consequences.
  3. To fix these problems, changes in laws and court practices are needed to ensure that the Constitution works effectively for citizens.

I need your help

Unreported Truths • 40 implied HN points • 15 Oct 24
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Free speech Legal issues Political Rights Government Accountability Censorship
  1. The lawsuit Berenson v Biden is an important case about free speech, and it’s now at a critical point. The author is asking for help as they prepare to respond to the defendants' motions.
  2. The author has evidence on their side but the defendants are trying to avoid the discovery process, which could reveal more information. They are seeking to have the case dismissed instead.
  3. There may be fewer articles coming from the author in the near future while they focus on the lawsuit. They are encouraging supporters to subscribe to continue the fight for free speech.

Did We Seriously Have a Revolution Over the Price of Stamps?

I Might Be Wrong • 5 implied HN points • 04 Jul 23
💾 History American Revolution Taxes Political Rights Rebellion Revolution
  1. The American Revolution was not solely about taxes but about the lack of representation in government.
  2. Historical revolutions often stem from a desire for political power and representation.
  3. Liberal democracy addresses people's need for recognition and dignity, leading to uprisings when powerlessness is felt.
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