Spot on as always!

& the cancellation of the late show w/ Colbert, it could not be more clearer that Trump is trying to silence any voices that speak out against him & this administration.

But I will not be backing down and neither should you.

You’re next !

Personally, I favor a mix of both customers and grants. Customers provide real-world feedback and sustainability, while grants give the freedom to innovate. Balance is key.

I respect that. Protecting your peace is essential, and not every conversation is worth your energy. It’s important to set boundaries and prioritize your mental well-being. Keep focusing on what brings you peace and positivity.

Small acts of kindness can make a big difference. My 150 seventh-grade students embraced this idea by anonymously planning and carrying out acts of kindness for each other over the course of a month. It’s about breaking down barriers and normalizing compassion. #nced

Poilievre and the CPC’s refusal to support a free trade deal with Ukraine shows a lack of principle. They claimed it was due to a carbon tax, but that was a lie—Ukraine already had one. This political maneuver put partisan interests above supporting a nation fighting for its freedom.

rights are protected—not just when votes are cast. It’s up to all of us to safeguard these freedoms from the corrosion of power masquerading as populism.

The free world must be vigilant, because while elections and systems of governance are important, true democracy thrives when liberty, justice, and human

The idea of “illiberal democracy” is not just a theoretical concept; it’s a reality in some places where democratic structures are used to legitimize the erosion of freedoms.

Fast forward to today, and we can see echoes of these ideals resurfacing in various corners of the world, where authoritarianism is often cloaked under the banner of democracy.

Mao’s words, with their call to combat “liberalism” and the promise of a “new democracy,” have always been rooted in a vision of centralized power that suppresses dissent in the name of unity.

The focus should be on building coalitions that work for us, not against us. Let’s not get lost in the noise, but instead stand firm and demand what’s rightfully ours. We don’t need chaos, we need progress.

But the solution isn’t escalating the fight with hate or division. Our rural communities deserve more than to be pawns in someone else’s game. We need real solutions—jobs, education, healthcare, and a voice in policy that isn’t dictated by the whims of billionaires or ideologues.

As someone who’s seen the ebb and flow of political movements, particularly those that affect our rural communities, I can tell you that this rhetoric is dangerous. The MAGA agenda has undoubtedly left its mark, often exacerbating divisions and neglecting the very people it claims to represent.

When is your next event?