corruption

A prime locale to talk bribery, suspect campaign funding, and all other instances of political corruption. The shadier, the better.

My open letter to JD vance
Dear JD, You don't know me, and I don't know you, but I think we need to have a chat. Your remarks about democrats and childless people are untrue, unnecessary, hurtful and could be dangerous. So I would like to talk to you about it.
By Lena Bailey2 years ago in The Swamp
Democracy in danger
Democracy in danger Modern politics is harming voter participation Democracy used to be said to be government by the people for the people. Now that does not exist. Lies and deceit by political parties, is so common that the people just shrug and say, “they all do it”. There is not even great outrage at the discovery of deliberate deceptions. On the 4th July 2024 in Great Britian, an election was held. The socialist “labour” party won the most seats in Parliament, by a large majority but the voter participation was the lowest for 20 years, it is widely accepted that many votes were cast on the basis of the voter did not want the centre right party, the Conservatives also known as Tories, to continue in power. So labour won because of voter dis-satisfaction with the Tories rather than because they have better policies. This is not good for democracy.
By Peter Rose2 years ago in The Swamp
What Honest Planet Would Look Like
What would the world look like if all the lies and deception were gone? What would the world be if instead of cowardice and people who have been taught to "cya" (cover your a&$) at all costs, we actually were told the truth? I don't know, and maybe we will never know, but I suspect that if courage could bring honesty up, real human evolution and civilized progress could occur.
By Shanon Angermeyer Norman2 years ago in The Swamp
Dear Future President
It's time for another political article because as I surf through Twitter and Youtube I'm seeing post after post about Trump and Kamala. Oy ve and a half. Look what America has been reduced to: Trump, the felon who causes insurrections or Kamala, the brain dead druggie who can't complete an actual real sentence. We are so doomed. Still, if I could vote, I'd give my vote to the felon. At least I can understand him when he speaks.
By Shanon Angermeyer Norman2 years ago in The Swamp
How Neoliberalism Has Failed the Youth
In recent years, the failings of neoliberalism have become increasingly apparent, particularly in its impact on the younger generation. The promises of prosperity, opportunity, and upward mobility that neoliberalism once held are now overshadowed by growing inequality, precarious employment, and diminishing prospects for the youth. This article delves into the ways in which neoliberalism has failed the younger generation, creating suggestions as to how a new political, economic hegemony could replace it.
By Callum Blades2 years ago in The Swamp
Necropolitics
It’s 2024. It's been twenty years since I was in high school. It's been twenty-one years since the invasion of Iraq, and 23 years since the September 11, 2001 attacks.
By Atomic Historian2 years ago in The Swamp
Idolatry in U.S. Politics
I'm going to put this out there: Is a person who was shot at and missed a hero? From what I have always known a hero is someone who is courageous and/or possesses noble qualities. Such as a person who saves another person's life. A person that will go to any length to help the less fortunate so that they may have a better quality of life. The hero is someone who goes into action to save someone or help someone. Simply dodging a bullet is not a heroic action.
By Rick Henry Christopher 2 years ago in The Swamp
Trump's First Assassination Attempt. Content Warning.
Before 20-year-old Thomas Crooks attempted to kill former President Trump, there was Michael Steven Sandford, a British man who was the same age as Crooks tried to assassinate Donald Trump before he became the President-Elect in 2016. He didn't shoot Trump or anyone else. This is how it all unfolded.
By Gladys W. Muturi2 years ago in The Swamp
Spring Cleaning
I've been feeling very angry the last few weeks—a noticeable increase from the "angry" of the last several months. My frustration has mounted to volcanic proportions so that I (at the time of starting this piece) have spent three days crying at the slightest inconvenience, screaming in my car, and throwing my fists at inanimate objects, hands shaking from clenching so tight. This isn't necessarily uncharacteristic of me, but it has been uncommon since I found my proper medication nearly ten years ago. What is it that has my therapized and medicated cool demeanor on such an edge these days? It might be easier to ask what doesn't, but I'll do my best to explain everything clearly.
By kp2 years ago in The Swamp
China’s Food Safety Scandal: Contaminated Cooking Oil Raises Alarms | Food Safety Scandal
Outrage Erupts over China's Cooking Oil Scandal: Toxic Chemicals Contaminate Food Supply A major investigation is underway after a shocking revelation that fuel tanker trucks, which transport toxic chemicals, have been doubling as carriers for cooking oil and other food products. Outrage has intensified on social media as reports indicate these trucks are not properly cleaned between uses, raising grave concerns for public health.
By Soniz2 years ago in The Swamp
Ephrata Borough and the Mystery of the Disappearing Crime Reports:
Alright folks, gather ‘round. Today, we're diving headfirst into a tale that’s got more twists than a politician's promise. Picture this: Ephrata Borough, a quaint little town in Pennsylvania, where the grass is green, the skies are blue, and apparently, the crime rates are as low as a snake’s belly in a wagon rut. But wait, is this charming facade hiding a darker truth? Are the Ephrata Borough and its police department playing a game of hide-and-seek with crime statistics to boost property values? Let’s unpack this conspiracy theory with a splash of satire, a dash of irreverence, and a sprinkle of “#WhatThEph is going on?”
By Sunshine Firecracker2 years ago in The Swamp
Unveiling the Dark Underbelly of Ephrata & Lancaster CountyPA
Ephrata, in Lancaster County, Pennsylvania, once known for their idyllic landscapes and quaint small-town charm, have been shrouded in a veil of darkness. Beneath the surface of these seemingly tranquil communities lies a web of abuse, corruption, inhuman conditions, and an abusive bail system that has left countless individuals and families shattered. This expose delves into the heart of the matter, revealing the stark realities that have been hidden from public view.
By Sunshine Firecracker2 years ago in The Swamp