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Seattle in July: Three Outdoor Pursuits Worth Every Penny

Seattle—a city more often associated with mist and rain—undergoes a dramatic transformation in July. The Pacific Northwest sun finally takes center stage, coaxing locals and visitors alike outdoors with longer days, balmy temperatures, and an energy that infuses every corner of the Emerald City. Whether you’re a seasoned adventurer or a casual explorer, three quintessential outdoor activities in…

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In a major policy shift, the U.S. Department of Agriculture has ended its race- and gender-based assistance programs—effectively cutting off targeted aid to Black, Hispanic, Native American, and Asian farmers. This includes dismantling the 2501 Program, a lifeline for historically underserved agricultural producers.

The move aligns with Trump-era executive orders that mandated the removal of all DEI (Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion) initiatives across federal agencies.

Black farmers, who already represent less than 2% of the nation’s producers, are warning of devastating consequences. Over $148 million in grant funding—previously allocated to promote access to land, credit, and markets—has already been slashed.

Rep. Shontel Brown (D-OH) slammed the decision as a “resegregation agenda,” while USDA Secretary Brooke Rollins defended it as a return to “meritocracy.”

Food justice advocates say this decision could worsen food deserts and harm community agriculture efforts nationwide.

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Trump Administration Dismantles Anti-Trafficking Office 💔 In a shocking July 2025 move, Trump’s team axed half the staff of the State Dept. office that combats global human trafficking. Epstein’s ghost looms large.

Politics #HumanRights #Trump #Epstein #StateDepartment #StopTrafficking

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Walmart prices soar up to 51% due to Trump's new tariffs. From cookware to baby gear, your cart just got way more expensive.

#Walmart #Tariffs #Trump2025 #PriceHikes #EconomyWatch #RetailNews

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The Great Job Hunt Mirage: When a Booming Labor Market Isn’t What It Seems

A Record Number of Job Seekers Are Struggling to Find Work. The Problem? Ghost jobs in the labor market may not be real. From tech hubs in California to urban centers across Ontario, a strange paradox is playing out in the labor market. Official numbers paint a healthy picture: unemployment in the U.S. hovers around 4%, while Canada’s stands at 7%. This is not ideal, but not catastrophic either.…

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MAGA: We want Epstein files

Trump: Best I can do is real cane sugar coke

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House Republicans on the Rules Committee voted 5–7 to block an amendment from Rep. Ro Khanna (D-CA) that would’ve forced a public release of all Epstein-related files.

🧾 What Khanna’s Amendment Wanted:

Attorney General Pam Bondi to release all Epstein investigation records

Files posted online for public access within 30 days

🚫 Why Republicans Blocked It:

All GOP members except Rep. Ralph Norman (R-SC) voted no

They cited privacy, political motives, and a DOJ memo claiming no client list or blackmail materials exist

💥 Backlash:

Khanna says GOP is protecting the powerful

Trump supporters are split — some want the truth, others back Bondi, who says files contain child pornography and can’t be released

Trump brushed it off: “Epstein is somebody that nobody cares about. LET PAM BONDI DO HER JOB.”

#EpsteinFiles #PamBondi #RoKhanna #Transparency #Congress #DOJ #HouseVote #Trump #EpsteinCoverUp #LetPamBondiDoHerJob

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Trump Defends Attorney General Bondi, Slams Epstein File Focus in Truth Social Rant

WASHINGTON — President Donald Trump on Saturday launched into an extended and impassioned tirade on Truth Social, attacking media and political opponents. He criticized them for what he called an “obsession” with Jeffrey Epstein. Meanwhile, he staunchly defended U.S. Attorney General Pam Bondi. In his post, the President framed the increased attention to Epstein-related documents — which have…

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Congresswoman Shocked by Conditions During Saturday Tour of Florida’s “Alligator Alcatraz”

OCHOPEE, Fla. — Representative Debbie Wasserman Schultz (D‑Fla.) returned visibly shaken after touring Florida’s newly erected Everglades detention center. The center, colloquially known as “Alligator Alcatraz,” was toured on Saturday, July 12, 2025. The detention center conditions have been the subject of intense scrutiny. Lawmakers pushed for unsanitized access to evaluate the treatment of…

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The High Cost of Charity: Goodwill’s Pricing Strategy Is Testing Consumer Trust

In the heart of American consumer life, Goodwill once stood as a rare constant—where the burdened could find relief, the frugal could hunt treasure, and the charitable could give with confidence. But that legacy is now in peril due to the Goodwill pricing controversy. The prices on the shelves tell a very different story from the nonprofit image still etched into the public consciousness. What…

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Missouri GOP Strips Paid Sick Leave from 728,000 Workers After Voter-Approved Law.

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Cord-Cutting Enters New Phase as Consumers Ditch Live TV Streaming Services

In the rapidly evolving world of digital entertainment, a new phase of cord-cutting is accelerating. It is one that no longer includes live TV. The trend of cord cutters ditching live TV streaming services is leading this change. While services like YouTube TV, Fubo, Sling TV, and Hulu + Live were once seen as the modern replacements for traditional cable subscriptions, they’re now losing favor…

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Candy Clash! Mars says “no” to RFK Jr.’s call to remove synthetic dyes from M&M’s and Skittles — even as Kraft Heinz, PepsiCo & Nestlé plan to phase them out by 2027. 👀 Red Dye No. 3 will be banned soon, but Mars is digging in. 📉 Critics say it’s about cost and color, but kids’ health may be on the line. #RFKJr #MarsCandy #SyntheticDyes #FoodReform #RedDyeNo3 #Skittles #M&Ms #HealthPolicy #FDA #FoodNews #CandyControversy

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Trump as the “Swamp King” 🐊👑 Phoenix just got a billboard like no other — Trump in a chaotic swamp of symbolism: Medicaid cuts, MAGA gators, nukes, and gold coins. Art by Karen Fiorito.

SwampKing #PoliticalArt #TrumpSatire #KarenFiorito

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Prime Day Pitfalls: How Scammers and Sellers Game the System as Amazon’s Big Sale Approaches

As Amazon’s four-day Prime Day event kicks off July 8, shoppers nationwide are bracing for what’s marketed as one of the biggest online sales of the year. But with deep discounts and countdown clocks come equally aggressive attempts to mislead consumers. From counterfeit goods to algorithmic manipulation and phishing schemes, the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) and consumer watchdogs are urging…

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Allegations of Racial Discrimination Surface at MERS Goodwill Career Center in Alton

Alton, IL — A verified former client of the MERS Goodwill Career Center in Alton has accused staff and leadership at the facility of repeated racist behavior and professional misconduct. This raises new questions about oversight and accountability within the taxpayer-supported workforce development network. The individual, who engaged with the center as part of the federal Ticket to Work…

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Opinion | The AIPAC Reckoning: Can the Democratic Party Break Free from a Dangerous Alliance?

There is a growing crisis of conscience within the Democratic Party—and it doesn’t come from the Republican opposition or MAGA-style politics. It’s coming from within. And at the center of this reckoning lies a three-letter word with outsized influence: AIPAC. The American Israel Public Affairs Committee, once seen as a bipartisan bridge for pro-Israel support, now increasingly serves as a…