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It seems our guardians of law and order have been less than forthcoming when it comes to the true state of crime in this country. According to the data, nearly 3.4 million violent crimes per year go unreported to the police. And why, pray tell, are these heinous acts being swept under the rug? The answer, my friends, lies in the self-serving machinations of the boys in blue.

It seems the fairer sex has taken to the fairer diet in greater numbers than their male counterparts. According to the data, a full 9% of women in the United States now identify as vegan, compared to a paltry 3% of men.

Rathbone and Chris Jeffries critique Zionist arguments for Jewish claims to the land in Israel, particularly those based on biblical rights. They argue that using the Bible to justify ethnic cleansing is illogical and dismiss the UN's 1947 partition plan, which they claim favored Zionist settlers and forced Palestinian Arabs to flee. The speakers also discuss early Zionist involvement in terrorist organizations like the Irgun and Lehi, which committed massacres against Palestinians that expanded Israeli control, and challenge Israel's right to defend itself against Hamas rockets in occupied territory. The speakers draw parallels to historical resistance against oppression and emphasize material conditions as the root cause of conflict.

Zoe Rosenberg, an American animal rights activist and founder of the Happy Hen Animal Sanctuary, shares her experiences of protesting against animal cruelty and being charged for animal rescues. Growing up with a deep love for animals, Rosenberg became a direct action animal rights activist, organizing protests and rescues. She recounts her involvement with Direct Action Everywhere (DXE) and the arrests and convictions of its co-founder, Wayne, for animal rescues. Rosenberg also shares her personal experiences with being charged for rescuing dogs and facing harsh punishments, emphasizing her commitment to animal rights despite the challenges. The speakers express their frustration with the legal system's treatment of animal cruelty cases and encourage viewers to get involved in animal activism beyond veganism, including attending protests and visiting animal sanctuaries. They also discuss the intelligence and worth of farmed animals and encourage viewers to support individuals legally pursued for rescuing animals. Its time to save animals beyond veganism!

The decline in sperm counts is a growing concern worldwide, with rates plummeting by as much as 52% since the 1970s. This alarming trend has far-reaching implications for human health and reproduction, raising questions about the future of fertility and the potential consequences for individuals, families, and society as a whole.

Cop City, officially known as the Atlanta Public Safety Training Center, has become a focal point of debate and protest. This massive, militarized police training compound is under construction in the Weelaunee Forest on the southeastern outskirts of Atlanta. As the project unfolds, attention has shifted to the companies and foundations involved in its creation. The Funding Landscape

The Atlanta City Council approved funding for Cop City in June 2023, allocating a total budget of $90 million. While $30 million comes from the city’s budget, the remaining funds are expected to come from private donations channeled through the Atlanta Police Foundation (APF) — the nonprofit arm of the Atlanta Police Department (APD). https://medium.com/@chrisjeffrieshomelessromantic/coca-cola-is-the-biggest-funder-of-cop-city-the-90-million-police-center-the-public-voted-against-aea03bfc09b1

The revelations about the torture and abuse of detainees at the Abu Ghraib prison in Iraq are a stain on the honor and reputation of the United States that will not soon be washed away. According to the available evidence, the mistreatment of prisoners at this American-run facility was not the work of a few “bad apples,” as the Bush administration would have us believe, but rather a systematic and widespread practice sanctioned at the highest levels of the U.S. government.

The majority of those incarcerated at Abu Ghraib — some 70 to 90 percent, according to one source — were in fact innocent of any wrongdoing. Yet these hapless individuals were subjected to a litany of horrors, including “physical abuse, sexual humiliation, physical and psychological torture, and rape.” The abuses were not limited to Abu Ghraib, but were part of a “wider pattern of torture and brutal treatment at American overseas detention centers, including those in Iraq, Afghanistan, and Guantanamo Bay.”

Vegan athletes have mentioned several key benefits of following a plant-based diet:

1. Improved heart health: Vegan diet can help reverse plaque buildup, lower blood pressure and cholesterol, and reduce inflammation, all of which are beneficial for an athlete’s cardiovascular health.

2. Enhanced performance and recovery: Vegan athletes have reported experiencing increased energy levels, faster recovery times between training sessions, and improved endurance and aerobic capacity

3. Anti-inflammatory effects: The plant-based nature of a vegan diet may have an anti-inflammatory effect, which can help reduce pain and improve athletic performance and recovery.

4. Better blood flow and oxygen delivery: Vegan diets have been shown to improve blood viscosity and arterial flexibility, leading to better blood flow and oxygen delivery to the muscles.

5. Higher antioxidant intake: Vegan diets are typically high in antioxidants, which can help neutralize free radicals and reduce muscle fatigue.

6. Reduced body fat: The low-fat, high-fiber nature of a vegan diet can help athletes reduce their body fat, which is associated with increased aerobic capacity and endurance.

Over the Past 5 Years, Police in the U.S. Have Killed Over 9,000 People

According to the data compiled by The Washington Post, over the past 5 years from 2019 to 2023, police in the United States have killed more than 9,000 people, averaging 1,095 deaths per year or approximately 3 people killed by police per day. This staggering number highlights the significant issue of police use of lethal force in the country.

The latest revelations surrounding the New York Times’ internal memo on reporting the Israeli-Palestinian conflict stand as a damning indictment of the paper’s abdication of its fundamental duty — to speak truth to power, no matter the consequences.

The Times’ directive to its staff, instructing them to avoid using terms like “genocide,” “ethnic cleansing,” “occupied territory,” and even “Palestine,” is a betrayal of the very principles that underpin a free and independent press. For an institution that purports to be the “newspaper of record,” this memo is a sordid exercise in linguistic gymnastics, a transparent attempt to obfuscate the realities of a conflict that has seen over 20,000 Palestinians killed, with countless more wounded and displaced.

Rathbone discusses the complexities of capitalist systems, using the examples of New Orleans' corrupt politics and the Israeli-Palestinian conflict. He shares his perspective on the struggling city of New Orleans, attributing its corruption to capitalist systems and admitting his deep connection to the city despite its challenges. However, he also emphasizes its unique history and cultural contributions. Regarding the Israeli-Palestinian conflict, Rathbone and Chris Jeffries discuss the historical context, including the displacement of Palestinians and the use of violence. They argue that Palestinians, like the Houthis in Yemen, resist by disrupting trade and challenging power imbalances. Rathbone is critical of international involvement, particularly the role of the United States, and expresses sympathy for resistance groups. The conversation also delves into the complexities of morality and violence in the context of the conflict. Rathbone argues against the condemnation of Palestinians for using violent resistance, noting historical examples of justified violence against oppressors. They also critique undercover Israeli operatives' use of deception, emphasizing its harmful impact on the Palestinian community. Furthermore, Rathbone explores the control of resources and exertion of power through the examples of the Israeli-Palestinian conflict and U.S.-Israeli relationship. He calls for recognition of historical decisions and their consequences and warns of the potential global consequences if such actions continue.

Alan Macleod and Chris Jeffries discuss the biased coverage of the Israeli-Palestinian conflict by Western media and the role of propaganda in shaping public perception. They critique the use of the term "war" to describe the conflict, arguing that it's not between two equal sides but rather decades of occupation leading to the displacement of nearly two million Palestinians. They also criticize the media's acceptance of Israeli claims without reporting on the other side and the blame placed on Palestinian groups. They provide examples of false information spread through social media accounts and discuss the economic power of China and its impact on Southeast Asian countries. They argue that the United States may try to maintain control through military means as it economically declines. They also discuss the similarities in foreign policy decisions between Republican and Democratic presidents and the focus on Russian interference in the 2016 election. They express concern over the weaponization of social media and the potential for dangerous wars, such as the one being pushed by the influential group United Against Nuclear Iran (UANI), which aims for regime change in Iran.