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President Donald Trump said Tuesday independent New York mayoral candidate Andrew Cuomo has a chance of winning against socialist Zohran Mamdani if the Republican candidate, Curtis Sliwa, drops out. “If he dropped out, maybe Cuomo would have a little bit of a chance, but not much, because it looks like, it’s not a great lead, but it’s big enough that [Mamdani] should be able to win,” Trump said in response to a question from The Daily Signal. “So, I don’t know that I want to get involved. It’s really a question of would I rather have a Democrat or a communist, and I would rather have a Democrat than a communist.” "I would rather have a Democrat than a communist."I asked @POTUS if he will ask Curtis Sliwa (R) to drop out of the NYC mayoral race to help Andrew Cuomo catch up with Mamdani. ?"If he dropped out, maybe Cuomo would've a little bit of a chance, but not much because it looks… pic.twitter.com/mhFf2Eu1q8— Elizabeth Troutman Mitchell (@TheElizMitchell) October 21, 2025 A new report by Gotham Polling and New York AARP found that 44.6% of New Yorkers would vote for Mamdani if Sliwa dropped out, in contrast to 40.7% saying they’d back Cuomo. Thar puts Cuomo within a margin of error of four points. But Sliwa has rejected calls from members of his own party to step aside. “So, let’s be very clear: I am not dropping out, under no circumstances,” Sliwa said Tuesday. “I’ve already been offered money to drop out. I said no.” Based on the polls, Trump said, it “looks like we’re going to have a communist as the mayor of New York.” “It’ll be very interesting,” he said. “But here’s the good news. He’s got to go through the White House. Everything goes through the White House, at least this White House, it does, and we’ll have to see what happens.” Trump said he has always loved New York and “can’t believe” the city might have a communist mayor. “I left New York, and we had a Mayor [Bill] de Blasio, who was a disaster, but when I left, it was sort of before he could really take hold,” Trump said. “And boy, New York was a hot city, and now it’s sad to see what’s happening, frankly, and with the communists in charge. Look, you just go back 1,000 years. I mean, it’s been done many times, 1,000 years. It’s never worked once.” The post Trump Evaluates Chances of Defeating Socialist Mamdani If GOP Candidate Quits NYC Mayoral Race appeared first on The Daily Signal.

Car accidents injure over 100,000 pets annually in the United States, with unrestrained dogs facing the highest risk of severe trauma during crashes. We at DogingtonPost tested dozens of harnesses to identify the best dog vehicle safety harness options that actually protect your pet. Most standard harnesses fail crash tests, but certified models can reduce injury risk by up to 90% according to Center for Pet Safety data. Which Harnesses Actually Pass Safety Tests The Center for Pet Safety tested 26 dog harnesses in 2013, and only three products passed their rigorous crash test standards. The Sleepypod Clickit Sport leads certified options with protection for dogs up to 75 pounds and costs $109. This harness uses seat-belt grade straps and padded vest construction to absorb crash forces. Certified Models That Meet Standards The Kurgo Enhanced Strength Tru-Fit meets child restraint standards and offers easier installation than competitors. For larger dogs up to 108 pounds, the Kurgo Impact provides tested protection with reinforced stitches and metal hardware. These models demonstrate that proper certification requires extensive crash test validation (not just manufacturer claims). Premium Construction Materials The AllSafe Comfort Harness withstands over 4,400 pounds of force according to German test standards. Its construction uses aircraft-grade aluminum buckles and ballistic nylon webbing. The OptimusGear Defender features stress-tested hardware with custom metal components that resist breaks under impact. EzyDog Drive Harness incorporates vehicle-tested materials approved by regulatory agencies. Investment vs Protection Value These harnesses cost $150-$300 but deliver protection that cheap alternatives cannot match. Standard pet store harnesses typically fail at forces as low as 300 pounds, while certified models handle impacts exceeding 2,000 pounds. The price difference reflects extensive test protocols and premium materials required for actual crash protection. Size Coverage and Weight Limits Certified harnesses accommodate dogs from 10 pounds to 108 pounds across different models. The Sleepypod Clickit Sport handles small to medium dogs effectively, while the Kurgo Impact extends protection to large breeds. The Ruffwear Load Up targets escape-prone dogs with robust construction tested at National Highway Traffic Safety Administration facilities (specifically for dogs that slip out of standard restraints). Always select one size larger if your dog falls between sizes, as proper fit requires the two-finger rule for optimal safety performance. The next step involves proper measurement and fit assessment to maximize your chosen harness’s protective capabilities. What Makes a Dog Car Harness Actually Safe The harness chest plate determines survival rates during impact. Force distribution across your dog’s torso prevents concentrated pressure on single body points that cause internal injuries. The Sleepypod Clickit Sport spreads crash forces through its padded vest design, while inferior harnesses concentrate impact on narrow strap areas. Width matters more than thickness – chest plates under 4 inches wide create dangerous pressure points that can crack ribs or damage organs. Energy Absorption Components Certified harnesses use energy-absorbing materials that extend impact duration and reduce peak forces compared to rigid designs. The AllSafe Comfort incorporates crumple zones similar to vehicle construction, which allows controlled deformation during crashes. Standard harnesses transfer full impact energy directly to your dog within milliseconds. Seat-belt grade webbing stretches under load to absorb energy, while pet store alternatives use static materials that snap under 500 pounds of force. Attachment Engineering Metal hardware rated for automotive use prevents catastrophic failure during crashes. The OptimusGear Defender uses aircraft-grade aluminum buckles tested to 4,400 pounds, while plastic components fail at forces as low as 200 pounds. Tether systems must eliminate extension straps completely – even 6-inch extensions allow dangerous momentum buildup that increases injury risk by 300%. Direct seat belt integration provides optimal restraint without slack that permits harmful movement during sudden stops. Comfort Features That Maintain Safety Breathable mesh panels prevent overheating during long trips while they maintain structural integrity. The Kurgo Enhanced Strength features moisture-wicking materials that keep dogs comfortable in temperatures up to 85°F. Padding thickness should measure 0.5-1 inch for adequate comfort without reduced safety performance (thicker padding can compromise restraint effectiveness). Adjustable chest and neck straps accommodate weight changes while they maintain the two-finger fit standard that prevents escape without restricted breathing. Proper measurement techniques help you select the right size harness that maximizes these safety features for your specific dog. How to Choose the Right Size and Fit Chest circumference at the widest point determines harness size, not neck measurements that many owners mistakenly use. Wrap a flexible tape around your dog’s ribcage directly behind the front legs where the chest expands most during breath cycles. Add 2 inches to this measurement for proper fit – the Center for Pet Safety recommends this buffer prevents restriction while it maintains safety effectiveness. Dogs between sizes should always select the larger option since tight harnesses compromise crash protection according to automotive safety test data. Weight Limits Override Size Charts Manufacturers base weight ratings on structural tests, not chest measurements alone. The Sleepypod Clickit Sport handles dogs up to 75 pounds regardless of chest size, while the Kurgo Impact extends to 108 pounds with reinforced construction. Weight distribution matters more than total weight – stocky breeds like Bulldogs require different sizes than lean breeds like Greyhounds at identical weights. Always verify both measurements and weight fall within the harness specifications before purchase. Adjustable Features Prevent Replacement Costs Quality harnesses accommodate 4-6 inches of chest growth through adjustment systems that maintain safety certification. The Kurgo Enhanced Strength features slide buckles that expand chest coverage without compromise to restraint effectiveness. Cheap alternatives use fixed sizes that become dangerous as dogs outgrow proper fit. Puppies under 12 months require adjustable models since they experience significant growth phases (adult dogs need seasonal adjustments as weight fluctuates 5-10% between summer and winter months due to activity level changes and coat thickness variations). Test Fit Before First Trip Place the harness on your dog and check the two-finger rule – you should fit two fingers between the harness and your dog’s body at all contact points. The chest plate should sit flat against the ribcage without gaps or pressure points. Shoulder straps must not restrict front leg movement when your dog walks normally. Dogs should be able to sit, stand, and lie down comfortably while they wear the properly fitted harness (test these positions before your first car trip to identify adjustment needs). Final Thoughts Certified dog harnesses reduce crash injury risk by 90% compared to unrestrained travel, which makes them the most effective protection investment for vehicle safety. The $150-$300 cost of tested models like the Sleepypod Clickit Sport or Kurgo Impact prevents thousands in veterinary bills from crash injuries that affect over 100,000 pets annually. Standard pet store harnesses fail at forces as low as 300 pounds, while certified options withstand impacts that exceed 2,000 pounds through proper construction and materials. The Center for Pet Safety certification provides the only reliable standard for identification of the best dog vehicle safety harness options that actually protect during accidents. Proper size selection and fit maximize protection effectiveness through chest measurements that determine size while weight limits override manufacturer charts. The two-finger rule prevents restriction while it maintains restraint capability during sudden stops or crashes. We at DogingtonPost recommend investment in certified harnesses from tested models rather than risk to your dog’s safety with unproven alternatives. For comprehensive dog care guidance and safety resources, our platform provides expert advice that helps protect your pet during travel and daily life (along with other essential care topics). Quality harnesses represent a small price for the peace of mind they deliver to responsible pet owners.

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Antifa defenders have claimed that they are simply standing up to tyranny, much like the Boston Tea Party patriots — but a quick journey back through time tells a much different story.Blaze Media co-founder Glenn Beck uses the image of the skull and crossbones with a crown that floats above the head of the skull to illustrate the major difference between the No Kings protesters and America's brave founders. “This comes from colonial days when they would say ‘no kings.’ But they followed that with ‘no kings but Christ.’ Meaning the only king they serve is Christ,” Glenn says, explaining that the meaning of the skull and crossbones is that the “leaders of the country are mortal.”“They die. They turn to dust. But the crown of Christ doesn’t,” he adds.This is what changed everything in America, because initially, kings were considered to be appointed by God.“So when you say ‘no kings,’ what exactly do you mean?” he asks.“They’ll tell you a democracy, but a democracy gives you kings. It gives you dictators. It gives you authoritarians. We know this because that’s why the founders wrote the Declaration of Independence and the Constitution the way they did,” he explains.“Now, let me tell you the difference between our founders and Antifa, because you know our kids are being taught that what happened in the Boston Harbor in 1773 with the Boston Tea Party was the same that Antifa is doing,” Glenn says.Rather than a crew of “faceless anarchists,” those boarding three ships under the cover of night were farmers, shopkeepers, and artisans.“They’re husbands, they’re fathers, they’re Sons of Liberty, and they’re not out to burn their own neighborhoods. In fact, they’re not out to burn the ships themselves. What they want to do is make a statement against the king that had refused to listen to them,” Glenn explains.“And so their protest is very targeted, very deliberate, and very symbolic,” he says, noting that it was also “completely non-violent.”“No looting, no torched businesses, no innocent citizens bloodied in the streets. Property was destroyed, yes, but the destruction was purposeful, singular, squarely at the political grievance of taxation without representation,” Glenn says.“And nobody lost anything except for the insurance companies,” he adds.Want more from Glenn Beck?To enjoy more of Glenn’s masterful storytelling, thought-provoking analysis, and uncanny ability to make sense of the chaos, subscribe to BlazeTV — the largest multi-platform network of voices who love America, defend the Constitution, and live the American dream.

After refusing to call on Virginia attorney general candidate Jay Jones to drop out of the race over a text message scandal, Democratic gubernatorial candidate Abigail Spanberger is hoping to boost her odds with a Tuesday campaign event featuring two familiar names.Bill Nye "the Science Guy" and Biden Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg were scheduled to join Spanberger on Tuesday for her rally in Charlottesville, according to Fox News Digital. Buttigieg and Spanberger will host a "Virtual Coalitions All Call" on Tuesday evening.'I made clear to Jay that he must fully take responsibility for his words.'Former President Barack Obama, who endorsed Spanberger last week, will attend her Norfolk rally on November 1, her campaign website states."Virginia's elections are some of the most important in the country this year, and I am proud to endorse Abigail Spanberger for governor. Republican policies are raising costs on working families so billionaires can get massive tax cuts," Obama stated. "As governor, Abigail will stand up for Virginia families. She'll work to build an economy that works for everyone, not just big corporations and the wealthy."Nye attended a No Kings event in D.C. over the weekend. During his speech, he criticized President Donald Trump."We are here to tell our lawmakers that what's going on in our government is wrong. They must stop the abuses of this petulant president and his circle of sycophants," Nye said. "This president and his associates cannot tolerate dissent. To them, our free speech is frightening. They are arresting people and denying due process in courts," he continued.RELATED: Democrat Jay Jones cancels fundraiser amid growing backlash over violent texts about GOP rival and his kids Photo by Win McNamee/Getty ImagesSpanberger's high-profile endorsements follow a public relations scandal that Virginia Democrats have attempted to downplay. In a leaked text message exchange from 2022, Jones, a former Virginia delegate, wished death upon a Republican lawmaker and his children.In the texts, Jones presented a hypothetical scenario in which he would choose to use "two bullets" to shoot then-House Speaker Todd Gilbert (R), if given the choice between Gilbert, Adolf Hitler, and Pol Pot. He also accused Gilbert and his wife of "breeding little fascists" and wished harm on their children.RELATED: VIDEO: Earle-Sears crushes Democratic candidate over death-wish texts during gubernatorial debate Abigail Spanberger. Photo by Chip Somodevilla/Getty ImagesSpanberger released a statement condemning Jones' violent comments but stopped short of calling for him to end his campaign. Instead, Spanberger continues to host events sponsored by her campaign and those of Jones and Democratic nominee for lieutenant governor Ghazala Hashmi."After learning of these comments earlier today, I spoke frankly with Jay about my disgust with what he had said and texted," Spanberger stated. "I made clear to Jay that he must fully take responsibility for his words. What I have also made clear is that as a candidate — and the next governor of our commonwealth — I will always condemn violent language in our politics."As of Tuesday evening, no Democrats have called on Jones to step out of the race.Like Blaze News? Bypass the censors, sign up for our newsletters, and get stories like this direct to your inbox. Sign up here!

Ljubljana Faculty of ArtsThese enormous prehistoric hunting traps found in Slovenia consisted of stone walls and pits. Researchers have discovered enormous prehistoric hunting traps near the border of Slovenia and Italy. These stone megastructures were likely built at least as far back as the Late Bronze Age, and were used to catch entire herds of wild animals at once. Researchers uncovered the structures after conducting an airborne laser scan of the area. These stone structures are well preserved and are similar to other large prehistoric hunting traps found in northern Africa and southwestern Asia. While researchers have yet to determine when exactly the traps were constructed, they are likely both the oldest and biggest large-scale hunting traps on the European continent. The Discovery Of Prehistoric Hunting Traps On Slovenia’s Karst Plateau Vrhovnik and Fabec/Proceedings of the National Academy of SciencesResearchers surveyed these prehistoric hunting traps using airborne laser scanning. Researchers with the University of Ljubljana and the Institute for the Protection of Cultural Heritage of Slovenia used airborne laser scanning to survey about 350 square miles along the Slovenian and Italian border. They soon found four previously-unknown stone megastructures. The structures, which are described in a new study published in the Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences, feature stone walls that range from 1,738 feet to more than two miles in length. These stone walls eventually lead to a pit. Researchers believe these megastructures were used as large-scale hunting traps to capture wild animals, such as herds of red deer. While the remaining walls today are about one and a half feet high, researchers believe they were originally closer to three feet tall. Otherwise, the layouts of the four megastructures are well preserved. The walls are about three feet to five feet wide, and were constructed using loosely packed limestone. The structures had an enclosed pit at the end, from which animals would have been unable to escape. The megastructures, fittingly, look like giant funnels when viewed from above. Researchers have yet to determine when exactly the pits were constructed. However, based on radiocarbon dating conducted on some of the material found inside the structures, it’s clear that they fell into disuse sometime during the Late Bronze Age. After that point, forest growth covered them up and hid them from view for millennia — until now. What These Enormous Hunting Traps Might Reveal About Life In Prehistoric Europe Ljubljana Faculty of ArtsA digital rendering of how the hunting traps were used. Large-scale prehistoric hunting traps like these are scarce across Europe. The traps resemble similar prehistoric hunting traps in southwestern Asia and northern Africa known as desert kites, which were stone structures also likely used to hunt and trap animals. In any case, these newly-found giant structures suggest a high level of cooperation and coordination in order to complete. Researchers believe that these structures would have required many workers to complete, far more than the number of people in a single extended family unit. Thus they would have required the combined efforts of a larger community. In fact, experts estimate that the largest structure they found would’ve required 5,000 hours of labor. These revelations may challenge the way scientists think of prehistoric European societies. These structures reveal early humans’ ability to organize communal labor forces in order to complete infrastructure projects that likely benefited the entire community. Furthermore, the accumulation of huge surpluses of meat suggests that communal feasts and rituals may have taken place. Ultimately, Bronze Age societies may have been larger, more complex, and more organized than previously believed. In the end, researchers are saying that the existence of these traps represents a “missing chapter” in European prehistory. After reading about these prehistoric hunting traps, discover the story of the 200,000-year-old hunting spears unearthed in Germany. Then, learn all about Neanderthals, humankind’s bygone relatives. The post Researchers In Slovenia Just Discovered The Largest Prehistoric Hunting Traps Ever Found In Europe appeared first on All That's Interesting.