Zohran Mamdani, a self-described socialist and Democratic NYC mayoral candidate, is embroiled in controversy after a report revealed he marked "Asian" and "Black or African American" on his 2009 Columbia University application. Born in Uganda to Indian parents, Mamdani says he was reflecting his Indian-Ugandan heritage. Critics, including Mayor Eric Adams, accuse him of misusing affirmative action, while supporters call it a political attack. The debate fuels scrutiny of Mamdani, who attended Bowdoin College, as he campaigns against Adams and others, highlighting tensions around identity and racial classification.

What do you think of Mamdani's decision? Do you think it was justified, or was he abusing the system? We'd love to hear your thoughts in the comments. ⬇️

Link to article: https://www.oann.com/newsroom/report-zohran-mamdani-identified-as-asian-and-african-american-on-columbia-application/

Prepare yourself for a star-spangled chuckle! A Gallup poll reveals that patriotism is taking a bit of a nosedive among Democrats, with only 36% feeling "extremely" or "very" proud to be American—down from 62% last year. Republicans, on the other hand, are practically bursting with red, white, and blue pride at a 91% rating, while independents are just... mildly proud, like they’re not sure if they’re at a BBQ or a budget meeting. The overall national pride score hit a record low of 58%, which is like the country collectively saying, “Eh, America’s cool, I guess.” Young folks are especially grumpy, probably too busy scrolling X to wave a flag. So, as we light fireworks and grill hot dogs, it seems some Americans are feeling more “meh-pendence” than independence. Happy 4th, anyway!

If you are a citizen of the USA, are you feeling patriotic this year? Is patriotism important, or irrelevant? Let us hear your thoughts in the comments below. ⬇️

Link to article: https://www.newsmax.com/us/poll-independence-day-patriotism/2025/07/04/id/1217645/

Why Are People So Obedient? The Problem of Compliance

In the privacy of our minds, many of us disagree with the ideologies, political agendas, and government mandates of our day, yet in public we comply. We do what we are told, say what is politically correct, and justify our hypocrisy by telling ourselves that we are powerless to change society. The truth is, each of us has far more power to influence society than we have been led to believe, and it's our disbelief that results in the perpetuation of tyrannical rulership.

Continue reading: https://academyofideas.com/2025/06/why-are-people-so-obedient-compliance-and-tyranny/

A federal court in New York delivered a verdict in the closely watched trial of Sean "Diddy" Combs, a renowned music mogul and entrepreneur. After extensive legal proceedings, the jury found Combs guilty on two lesser charges related to prostitution, a significant development in a case that drew considerable public and media scrutiny. The article highlights that the prosecution was described by a legal analyst as the costliest prostitution-related case in U.S. history, reflecting the immense financial and legal resources dedicated to the trial. While the specific details of the charges, the evidence presented, or the potential sentencing were not elaborated in the article, the conviction marks a pivotal moment in Combs' legal saga, underscoring the complexity and high stakes of the case within the U.S. judicial system. The outcome is likely to have broader implications for Combs' public image and career, given his prominence in the entertainment industry.

Do you think this trial delivered justice? Let us know your thoughts in the comments below. 👇

Link to article: https://www.newsmax.com/newsfront/sean-combs-trial-jury-verdict/2025/07/02/id/1217412/

Hold onto your hats! An Iran-linked hacker crew, "Robert," is back, threatening to leak 100GB of stolen emails from Trump’s top allies—think Susie Wiles, Roger Stone, and even Stormy Daniels. Sparked by recent U.S.-Iran tensions, they’re teasing a data sale but keeping the contents hush-hush. The FBI’s on high alert, calling it a smear campaign, as experts point to Iran’s cyber-revenge plot.

Will this digital heist drop bombshells or flop? Let us know your prediction in the comments below. ⬇️

Link to article: https://www.mediaite.com/media/news/iranian-hackers-threaten-to-leak-100gb-of-stolen-trump-team-emails/

If you could solve one mystery of the universe - whether scientific, philosophical, or otherwise - which would you choose, and why? 🕵️‍♀️

Share your answers in the comments below. ⬇️

The Trump administration, with Stephen Miller leading the charge, has turned up the heat on ICE, pushing for a whopping 3,000 daily arrests of undocumented immigrants—more than double last year's numbers! Miller, the White House's immigration maestro, set this ambitious goal to turbocharge deportations, aiming for a million in Trump's first year. ICE is now bustling, averaging 666 detentions a day across 38 states, up from under 300 in 2024. It’s a high-stakes game of "catch and deport," with Miller and team cheering ICE on to keep the numbers climbing!

Do you support the ICE team's efforts? Why or why not? Share your thoughts below. ⬇️

Link to article: https://www.newsmax.com/us/ice-arrests-stephen-miller/2025/06/28/id/1216850/

In a landmark decision, the Supreme Court has ruled 6-3 in favor of empowering parents in Montgomery County, Maryland, to opt their children out of school lessons featuring LGBTQ+ characters or themes. This ruling, celebrated as a victory for parental rights, supports an interfaith group of parents who sought to align educational content with their religious beliefs. The decision highlights the Court's commitment to balancing diverse values in education, fostering a more inclusive dialogue about curriculum choices.

Do you agree with the Supreme Court's ruling? Let us know in the comments. 👇

Link to article: https://www.axios.com/2025/06/27/supreme-court-lbgt-books-optout

In the cold shadows of the past, the East German Stasi employed a chilling tactic known as Zersetzung. This method of psychological warfare aimed to destabilize dissidents through covert harassment, surveillance, and manipulation. While the Berlin Wall fell in 1989, bringing an end to the Stasi’s reign, the principles of Zersetzung have not only endured but have evolved and expanded in the digital age. Today, the tactics of psychological manipulation and surveillance are more pervasive, sophisticated, and insidious than ever before.

Continue reading: https://medium.com/aimonks/zersetzung-in-the-digital-age-protecting-ourselves-from-modern-surveillance-and-manipulation-e52ceff23169

In a plot twist straight out of a financial thriller, a federal housing regulator just gave crypto holders a reason to pop the champagne! They've ordered mortgage giants Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac to start figuring out how to count cryptocurrency as an asset for home loan applications. This could mean your Bitcoin stash might soon help you score that dream house, making you look like a financial wizard to lenders. But hold the confetti—details are still sketchy, and only digital assets on U.S.-regulated exchanges get the green light. With market volatility in the mix, it’s like letting a wild card into the mortgage game.

Do you think this proposal with make home ownership more accessible, or does this only complicate the matter? Let us know your thoughts below. 👇

Link to article: https://finance.yahoo.com/news/federal-regulator-opens-doors-considering-211403660.html