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March 25th is Medal of Honor Day

More than 3,400 servicemen to have been awarded America’s highest decoration since it was established 150 years ago. Here are some other fascinating and lesser-known details of the Medal of Honor. America had almost no history of granting military citations for bravery prior to the outbreak of the Civil War. In fact, when a senior War Department official first suggested such a decoration in the…

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What Does This Act of Terror in Moscow Mean for Russia ?

This act of terror in Moscow has handed to Western intelligence, an enormous treasure trove of intelligence analytics. Despite the ISIS-K claim to responsibility and the release to the internet of the video by them, Vladimir Putin insists this attack was ordered by the sovereign government of Ukraine. If ISIS-K had not been responsible, they would not have been able to release the video and…

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Northwestern University Ryan Field Memorabilia Available

Want a piece of Northwestern Athletics history? 🏟️During demolition of Ryan Field, Northwestern has partnered with Rebuilding Exchange, an Evanston and Chicago-based nonprofit, to preserve pieces of the stadium for Wildcat fans, alumni and collectors:https://bit.ly/3IscEDs Stadium seats, seat backers, signage, banners, equipment, storage units and more can be purchased—all profits go to…

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The United States has just undergone its most substantial one-year population increase in history

The United States has just undergone its most substantial one-year population increase in history, with growth exceeding 3.8 million people in 2023, primarily attributed to illegal immigration, according to a recent report by John Burns Research and Consulting. Under President Biden’s leadership, over 8 million people have entered the country illegally. On Biden’s inaugural day, he signed…

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Where’s The Beef ?

“Where’s the Beef?” is arguably the most famous catchphrase concerning a fast food chain. Can you think of another that rivals Wendy’s ad from 1984? There have been many iconic catchphrases from commercials over the years. But in the 1980s, one catchphrase ruled them all — “Where’s the Beef?” If you grew up during this time, you know how iconic this catchphrase was. It had a tremendous impact on…

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Roy F McCampbell’s Blog is Named to the 20 Best Political Satire Blogs and Websites for 2024

Roy F. McCampbell is an Attorney, Special Ed Advocate, Speaker and Author. He started a blog so everyone can read his thoughts and observations, ending conjecture. Sarcasm and Silliness by a Resident of Leyden Township. This year year he was rated number 5 in the top 20 Here are 20 Best Political Satire Blogs you should follow in 2023 https://politics.feedspot.com/political_satire_blogs/

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Can You Fail a Drug Test from Secondhand Marijuana Smoke?

You may have thought it was a cannabis urban legend, but there actually is scientific evidence that you could fail a drug test because of secondhand weed smoke. Don’t panic, but it is actually possible to fail a drug test because of secondhand marijuana smoke, according to the evidence from more than a dozen research papers. That doesn’t mean if you walk through a cloud of marijuana smoke at a…

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New Illinois laws usher in policy changes in health care, employment, policing

At the stroke of midnight on New Year’s Eve, Illinoisans will see more than 300 new laws take effect – with changes that impact the state’s healthcare, public safety and employment sectors. The Paid Leave for All Workers Act will require most employers to provide their workers with at least 40 hours of annual paid leave. And minimum wages will increase from $13 to $14 per hour. Illinois Legal…

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Why Do Policemen Touch Your Tail Light When They Pull You Over?

Whether or not you have ever been pulled over in your vehicle by a police officer, you have probably wondered about this age-old strategy: policemen touching tail lights when they pull you over. This occurs when a police officer gets out of his or her vehicle and approaches yours, but rather than heading straight to your window, the policeman will touch your tail light first. Rest assured this…

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There's more to Hinsdale basketball suit than just the headlines

The whole situation goes deeper than just a seemingly entitled kid being cut from his varsity basketball team — Read on deadspin.com/hindsale-basketball-lawsuit-headlines-brendan-savage-1851054880

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Illinois Supreme Court Legality Reviews Legality of Sex Offender Housing Restrictions

Illinois’ highest court is considering whether it is constitutional for the state to impose lifetime restrictions on where registered sex offenders can live. The case recently heard by the Illinois Supreme Court involves Martin Kopf, an Illinois resident who went to prison after being convicted of having improper relations with a 15-year-old boy in 2003. Kopf seeks to remain in his Kane County…

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Debunking Education Myths

First, local control is a myth. Education is legislated at the state level. Second, that legislation is NOT for the students, parents, or society. It is for teachers, administrators, and employees. The goal is to eat taxes, not educate citizens. Third, school boards are and artifice. They are designed to create the illusion of “local control” so they can tap the mother lode of property taxes to…

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Justice Department Warns Sheltered Workshops May Violate ADA

Segregating people with disabilities in employment and other day programs may violate their rights under the Americans with Disabilities Act, the Biden administration says. In a 13-page document released this week, the U.S. Department of Justice is outlining how the ADA’s so-called “integration mandate” applies to many daytime activities for people with disabilities. Much as the law requires…

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Can you bring marijuana on a plane through a TSA checkpoint?

As more and more states legalize marijuana, and Congress sits on the cusp of passing a landmark bipartisan marijuana bill, things may be looking up for cannabis users nationwide. But not too far up, especially those gearing up to fly for the holidays – you may be held up in TSA over it. There are numerous items you can pack while preparing for holiday travel but marijuana isn’t exactly one of…

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Who is Co-Ordinating The Radical Protesters Across The World ?

How do tens of thousands of angry vile protestors calling for the destruction of Israel just appear almost spontaneously in major cities across the world? Do they really care about this conflict? Most can’t even spell Israel and none have ever been there. And why aren’t they out protesting other perceived oppressions that actually are far more pernicious? Russia invading Ukraine and destroying…

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History of Black Tuesday—-October 29

HISTORY OF BLACK TUESDAY A crowd of investors gather outside the New York Stock Exchange on “Black Tuesday” – October 29, when the stock market plummeted and the U.S. plunged into the Great Depression. On October 29, 1929, the United States stock market crashed in an event known as Black Tuesday. This began a chain of events that led to the Great Depression, a 10-year economic slump that…

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The Man Who Discovered America :

THE MAN WHO ‘DISCOVERED’ AMERICA: When Christopher Columbus was trying to find funding for his legendary voyages, many around him believed he came from the Italian aristocracy. This view was passed into history through a biography written after the explorer’s death by his son, which describes him as a descendant of a Count Colombo of the castle of Cucaro in Montferra. Colombo, in turn, was said…