Satisfaction with the way the U.S. functions is at its lowest level since Gallup began the assessment two decades ago. Measured by seven key aspects, satisfaction among Americans plummeted to 39% at the start of 2021. That compares with 53% one year ago: the highest in more than a decade. One year ago, Trump was […]
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When given choice of nuance, most do not identify as "Democrat" or "Republican"
Most people do not identify as "Democrat" or "Republican" when given other choices. That's according to the latest unscientific poll at SharylAttkisson.com. Only 5% described themselves as "Republican" and nobody described himself as "Democrat." Eighteen percent (18%) said "Patriot" fits them best. Sixteen percent (16%) said they would describe themselves as "Independent." Fifteen percent (15%) […]
Prior to GameStop: Hedge fund billionaires top donor lists for Ds and Rs
In the wake of the GameStop controversy and the seemingly odd support by some political figures and some in the media for hedge fund billionaires over the "ordinary folk," it helps to take a look at who's pulling political strings in Washington D.C. As I reported last November, hedge fund billionaires are near the top […]
WATCH: The origins of prayers in Congress
The genesis of prayer opening each session of Congress goes back to the beginning of Congress and has survived challenges under separation of Church and State. Today, we look at a book that chronicles Congressional prayers: “When Rabbis Bless Congress: The Great American Story of Jewish Prayers and Capitol Hill” by author and CSPAN Director […]
POLL: People are "fired up" to vote in upcoming Midterms
Most people say they are "fired up" to vote in next year's Midterm elections. That's according to the latest unscientific poll of more than 650 people at SharylAttkisson.com. Sixty-seven percent (67%) said they are "absolutely" fired up. But 16% said "no way." Are you fired up to vote in the Midterms next year? 67% Absolutely! […]
WATCH: Moving the feds out of DC
Before troubles like riots, coronavirus and lockdowns triggered an exodus from America's big cities, there was already a push to move some of our federal force out of Washington DC. Quietly, without much fanfare, federal agencies have been reassigning thousands of positions to far flung towns to decentralize power and save taxpayer millions. But the […]
WATCH: CDC misinformation on COVID vaccine
Today we begin with an investigation regarding the Covid-19 vaccine shortages. There are serious questions about an incorrect claim made by top scientists at CDC: the nation’s premiere public health institute. Critics call it misinformation. CDC chalks it up to an “honest mistake." Whatever it is, it resulted in vaccines going to some who are […]
EXCLUSIVE: CDC Misinformation about Covid-19 Vaccines: The Audiotapes (PODCAST)
Rep, Thomas Massie chronicles a maddening journey to try to get CDC’s top scientists on vaccines to correct their important misinformation that critics say could be adding to the vaccine shortage and costing lives.
