Tue Jun 11 2024

Hunter Biden's Conviction and DOJ Handling:

• Hunter Biden was found guilty in federal court for lying about his drug use to obtain a gun, becoming the first son of a U.S. president to be convicted as a felon.
• The media spun this conviction positively for Joe Biden, suggesting it proves fairness in the justice system and legitimizes Donald Trump's prosecutions.
• Initially, the federal government avoided bringing charges against Hunter Biden until IRS whistleblowers forced them to act, revealing attempts to protect him from more serious charges.
• Efforts by the Department of Justice (DOJ) to absolve Hunter Biden through a plea deal granting immunity collapsed due to its unprecedented nature.

Mass Deportations of Illegal Immigrants:

• Polls show that 62% of registered voters favor a national program for deporting all illegal immigrants similar to former President Trump's proposal.
• A majority of Americans, including one-third of Democrats, support mass deportations of illegal immigrants according to polls.
• Respondents showed confusion regarding detention facilities versus deportation, with some supporting deportation but not detention.

Manager Fired for Preventing Theft at Big Lots:

• A manager at Big Lots was fired after trying to stop an assault by a shoplifter who attempted theft and assaulted an assistant manager.
• Despite acting morally right by intervening, the company policy prohibits employees from pursuing or detaining customers suspected of theft.
• This incident highlights how societal disincentives discourage individuals from doing the right thing when faced with criminal activity.

John Leguizamo's Ad Calling for Non-white Artists' Awards:

• Actor John Leguizamo placed a full-page ad urging Emmy Award voters to nominate non-white artists based on race rather than merit.
• The ad contained typos and grammatical errors despite being published in the New York Times, raising questions about its professionalism and effectiveness.
• Leguizamo's call for awards based on race sparked controversy over racial preferences in award nominations instead of focusing on talent and achievement.

Hollywood Actor's Ad Calling for Awards to Non-Whites:

• A Hollywood actor placed a full-page ad urging awards voters to recognize non-white individuals, specifically mentioning black, brown, Asian, and indigenous entertainers.
• The actor highlighted the challenges faced by non-white performers in the entertainment industry due to perceived biases.
• John Leguizamo was cited as an example of a successful non-white actor, suggesting that systemic bias against non-white individuals in Hollywood may not be prevalent.

Media's Attempts to Find Scandals Against Justice Samuel Alito:

• Despite extensive efforts by the media and left-wing activists to uncover scandals related to Justice Samuel Alito, no significant controversial actions or statements have been discovered.
• Secret recordings of conversations with Alito at events like the Supreme Court Historical Society's annual dinner failed to reveal any incriminating information.
• Even when prompted with leading questions and attempts to provoke controversial responses, Alito remained composed and professional, thwarting attempts to create controversy.
• Media outlets sensationalized mundane interactions and comments made by Alito during private conversations as evidence of radicalism or impropriety without substantial basis.