At some point, the real needs will become apparent. When the federal healthcare cuts happen, and Arkansas hospitals close, we will not have to wonder what has happened. And at the same time, educational achievement has not improved, who should be surprised?
Do not trust what RFK Jr says, believe the doctors who take care of pregnant patients every day . . .
Record cases of whooping cough in La. Sen Cassidy is begging RFK Jr for federal help. Cassidy is the one responsible for RFK Jr being in charge of HHS. And two infants have died in Louisiana this year! www.idse.net/Pediatric-In...
Pertussis Record High Louisiana
Louisiana has had more pertussis cases recently than it has seen in 35 years.
www.idse.net
That didn't take long . . . . apnews.com/article/trum...
Federal judge tosses Trump's $15B defamation lawsuit against New York Times
Federal judge tosses Trump's $15B defamation lawsuit against New York Times
Federal judge tosses Trump's $15B defamation lawsuit against New York Times
A federal judge in Florida has tossed President Donald Trump’s $15 billion defamation lawsuit against New York Times.
apnews.com
TN Soybean farmers face ‘desperate situation’ amid inflation, weather extremes and tariffs tennesseelookout.com/2025/09/15/t...
TN Soybean farmers face 'desperate situation' amid inflation, weather extremes and tariffs • Tennessee Lookout
Inflation, extreme weather and President Donald Trump's tariffs have created a hostile climate for Tennessee soybean farmers.
tennesseelookout.com
Children will die preventable deaths. Immunocompromised persons in Florida will die preventable deaths. www.nytimes.com/2025/09/03/u...
Florida Moves to End Vaccine Mandates for Schoolchildren
www.nytimes.com
And Arkansas is at higher risk than most states . . . . It's About to Get Even Harder to Find a Doctor in Rural America www.medpagetoday.com/opinion/pres...
Opinion | It's About to Get Even Harder to Find a Doctor in Rural America
Federal legislation and executive orders will further disrupt already fragile systems
www.medpagetoday.com
More than 2,000 National Guard troops have been deployed to pick up trash???? WTF??? www.nbcwashington.com/news/local/n...
National Guard troops to pick up trash in DC, work on ‘beautification' projects
Members of the National Guard deployed to D.C. will pick up trash and work on dozens of “beautification and restoration” projects, the military task force overseeing all troops in the District said Mo...
www.nbcwashington.com
Was in DC last week for several days for a meeting. Only time I saw police was near White House. Never saw national guard. Also saw no crime. This is all sick sick theater.
SOCIALISM! I thought Republicans were against socialism/communism. . . . www.wsj.com/livecoverage...
U.S. Could Take Stakes in More Companies, Hassett Says
The U.S. could take further stakes in companies similar to its equity investment in Intel, a top White House economic adviser said.
Kevin Hassett, President Trump’s National Economic Council director,...
www.wsj.com
So, we have National Guard in LA, Washington DC and soon Chicago and NYC. But these cities are NOT the cities with the most violent crime, the top seven are: Memphis, St Louis, Detroit, Baltimore, Birmingham, Cleveland and Little Rock, Arkansas. my.concealedcoalition.com/most-dangero....
The 7 Most Dangerous Communities in America in 2025
Discover the most dangerous communities in America in 2025 and the factors driving their high crime rates, plus self-defense tactics for protection.
my.concealedcoalition.com
"In a note published on Sunday, Goldman Sachs analysts, led by chief economist Jan Hatzius, said U.S. consumers had absorbed 22% of tariff costs through June and that figure could rise to 67% if recent tariffs continue on the same trajectory."
www.reuters.com/business/fin...
www.reuters.com/business/fin...
Trump rebukes Goldman's Solomon over bank's tariff impact research
U.S. President Donald Trump hit out at Goldman Sachs CEO David Solomon on Tuesday, saying the bank had been wrong to predict tariffs would hurt the economy and questioning whether Solomon should lead the Wall Street institution.
www.reuters.com
Lived in Arkansas most of my life. Towns in the poorest section of the state. Look like 3rd world countries. Glad we're spending so much on school vouchers, I'm sure it will really help these kids. youtu.be/J5pU6M8yrpw?...
I Visited The Sad, Dying ARKANSAS Delta: Farming Towns Facing Extinction
YouTube video by Joe & Nic's Road Trip
youtu.be
Republicans believe that inflation is good for the country. He probably thinks that the current $8/pound ground beef is good too. Let them eat cake!!!
"https://www.mediaite.com/media/tv/gop-congressman-on-trump-tariffs-steel-prices-are-up-but-its-for-the-good-of-the-country
"https://www.mediaite.com/media/tv/gop-congressman-on-trump-tariffs-steel-prices-are-up-but-its-for-the-good-of-the-country
GOP Congressman on Trump Tariffs: ‘Steel Prices Are Up’ but It’s ‘For the Good of the Country’
Representative Ralph Norman (R-SC) acknowledged that prices were up as a result of President Donald Trump's tariffs, yet emphasized that it’s “for the good of the country” in a Saturday appearance on ...
www.mediaite.com
HUGE tax increases on American companies and consumers. That is what a tariff is. nz.news.yahoo.com/treasury-sec...
Treasury Secretary Admits Trump’s Tariffs Are Paid by Americans
Scott Bessent acknowledged that the “billions” in tariffs the president says are flowing “into” the U.S. are footed by importers, who can pass the cost onto consumers
nz.news.yahoo.com
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We're cutting Medicaid, Medicare and ACA insurance. We're cutting food support for poor people. Thank goodness we are fast tracking the nuclear reactor for the moon. (WTF????)
www.newsweek.com/nuclear-reac...
www.newsweek.com/nuclear-reac...
US to fast-track plan for nuclear reactor on the moon: report
Duffy wants to fast‑track plans for a lunar nuclear reactor in his first major move as interim NASA chief amid looming budget cuts.
www.newsweek.com
Sticker shock when grocery shopping . . . .
Would someone please tell me where to find the Trump $1.99 gasoline. Been looking everywhere!
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The cost of food has risen faster than overall inflation in the last year.
Almost 90% Of Americans Are Worried About The Cost Of Groceries
The cost of food has risen faster than overall inflation in the last year.
www.forbes.com
Arkansas is on one of these two lists . . . .
Wiry
@wiryarky.bsky.social
· Jul 28
10 states with the best, worst healthcare - Becker's Hospital Review | Healthcare News & Analysis
New Hampshire has the best healthcare at the most reasonable cost in the nation, according to a ranking by WalletHub published July 28. To determine the states where Americans receive the best or wors...
www.beckershospitalreview.com
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Didn't we learn in the pandemic why it is important NOT to go to work or school when ill???
Great news! My 19 year old AC system began struggling badly this summer. Was still working but couldn't keep up, so replaced the system last week. My, how home HVAC has gone up!!! But sitting in a cool house, so thankful!
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President Trump plans to levy a 50% tariff on all goods from Brazil — the source of about 30% of U.S. coffee imports. This looming tariff threat has sent shock waves through the U.S. coffee industry.
U.S. coffee drinkers and businesses will pay the price for Trump's Brazil tariffs
President Trump plans to levy a 50% tariff on all goods from Brazil — the source of about 30% of U.S. coffee imports. This looming tariff threat has sent shock waves through the U.S. coffee industry.
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