Tyson Foods will close a major beef plant in Lexington, Nebraska, with about 3,200 employees in January after U.S. cattle supplies dropped to their lowest level in nearly 75 years, the meatpacker said today. The closure in the heart of cattle-feeding country signaled that supplies will remain tight, forcing meatpackers to pay steep prices for […] The post Another Warning Sign for Beef: Tyson Closes a Major Beef Plant appeared first on www.independentsentinel.com.

A startling warning from New York elected Mayor Zohran Mamdani has sent shockwaves through the Jewish community, raising serious concerns about public safety, rising antisemitism, and the political narratives shaping the crisis. Mob Violence in New York Raises Alarms In New York, a Muslim mob recently attacked a synagogue, shocking residents and intensifying concerns over rising antisemitic violence. Many in the Jewish community, already wary of increasing hostility, have begun contemplating leaving New York for Israel to secure their safety and religious freedom. This violent episode comes amid broader anxieties about public safety, freedom of worship, and whether city and state leaders are adequately protecting vulnerable communities from extremist acts. HAPPENING RIGHT NOW in Manhattan: A mob of antisemites is outside Park East Synagogue screaming for “Globalize the Intifada” and “There is only one solution: Intifada revolution.” The Rabbi inside, Rabbi Arthur Schneier, is 93 years old. He survived the Holocaust. He was a… pic.twitter.com/ZCccUn4EUm — Reverend Jordan Wells (@WellsJorda89710) November 20, 2025 Assemblyman Mamdani’s Controversial Warning Following the attack, Zohran Mamdani issued a public statement warning that Jews fleeing New York for Israel could be in violation of international law. Mamdani’s assertion has drawn sharp criticism from conservatives and religious liberty advocates, who argue that such warnings not only ignore the legitimate fears of American Jews but also risk emboldening those who perpetrate antisemitic violence. Critics contend that no American should be threatened for seeking safety or exercising their fundamental right to emigrate, especially in the wake of targeted violence. Progressive Policies and the Erosion of Foundational Values The reaction to Mamdani’s warning underscores growing frustration among conservatives over what they view as a pattern of leftist officials prioritizing globalist or ideological agendas over the protection of American citizens. The right to self-defense, religious freedom, and free movement are enshrined in the U.S. Constitution and have defined American values for generations. Conservatives argue that statements like Mamdani’s signal a dangerous willingness to undermine these principles in pursuit of radical policies, whether intentionally or through reckless rhetoric. Such positions, critics warn, could set a precedent where law-abiding Americans are intimidated or penalized for defending themselves or seeking refuge from persecution. Zohran Mamdani issues a press statement justifying the behavior of the Pro-Hamas mob that held a hate rally outside Park East Synagogue. The synagogue was holding an event for Jews who were interested in moving to Israel because they felt unsafe in NYC. And according to… pic.twitter.com/T6BWsRuOrD — The Persian Jewess (@persianjewess) November 21, 2025 Community Response and the Call for Accountability Jewish leaders and conservative voices alike have called for greater accountability from elected officials and stronger protections against hate-driven violence. There is a consensus among critics that public figures should focus on upholding the Constitution and safeguarding all citizens, rather than issuing threats based on controversial interpretations of international law. The outrage over Mamdani’s remarks reflects a broader demand for leaders who will stand up for American values, defend the rights of targeted communities, and ensure that radical ideologies do not erode the foundational freedoms upon which the nation was built. Broader Implications for Religious Liberty and American Security This incident serves as a stark reminder of the ongoing threats to religious liberty and personal security in major American cities. When elected officials appear to side with or excuse the actions of extremists, or when they use international law as a cudgel against their own citizens, it raises serious questions about the future direction of American governance. As the Trump administration works to restore constitutional protections and push back against progressive overreach, many conservatives remain vigilant against any policy or rhetoric that threatens fundamental rights or weakens the nation’s commitment to liberty and justice for all. Sources: After Muslim Mob Attack on Synagogue, Mamdani Warns Jews Fleeing New York for Israel They’re Violating International Law

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Hmmm. Where oh where did those pesky Republican Presidents go on the cover of TIME magazine? On newsstands now is a possibly oldish TIME special that I just noticed on my local go-to Barnes & Noble newsstand. An edition labeled for display until mid-February of 2026. It is titled as follows:                  Best of PERSON of the YEAR               Leaders Who Made a Better World Dominating the cover is a sparkling Taylor Swift on stage somewhere, with guitar, arms flung wide open, big smile on her face as she apparently is singing one of her hit songs. Just below her are six previous TIME Person/Man of the Year covers from over the decades. They feature: “The Guardians and the War on Truth: The Staff of the Capital Gazette on December 9” - Prominently listing the murder of journalist  President-elect  Jimmy Carter (in January of 1977 for 1976, the year Carter came from political nowhere to win the presidency) Bill and Melinda Gates and Bono as “The Good Samaritans” for 2005 The American Soldier featuring three uniformed soldiers in fighting gear for 2003. Greta Thunberg: The Power of Youth in 2019 President-elect Barack Obama in 2008  (It must be noted that the staff of the Capital Gazette are featured because they were subjects of a murderous assailant who disliked something that appeared in the Gazette. Five staffers were killed, two were wounded.)  Beneath the images of these six TIME covers are photos, although not on TIME covers, of Britain’s young Queen Elizabeth II, Astronaut Frank Borman and his two Apollo 8 colleagues, and last a color photo of President John F. Kennedy standing in front of an American flag as he gives a speech. Open this “Best of Person of the Year” issue and there is immediately something curious to be seen. Of the 48 people listed inside over the decades as “Person of the Year” or “Man of the Year” - there are seven Presidents of the United States. They would be Presidents FDR, Truman, Eisenhower, JFK, Carter, Obama and Biden. Other than the GOP’s Eisenhower, those selected by TIME are Democrats one and all. Again curiously, while Dwight Eisenhower is included, his picture and a good bit of the bio material accompanying his story focuses not on Ike’s presidency but on his time as the commanding General on D-Day and in World War II. His presidency - he was a Republican - is not in major focus. Amusingly, Russia’s President Mikhail Gorbachev was named Person of the Year in 1987. But, again curiously, in this issue that celebrates Gorbachev there is zero mention - none - that Gorbachev’s accomplishments on the international scene were made possible in the first place because of U.S. President Ronald Reagan seeking him out as a partner in ending the Cold War. Reagan made a point of negotiating in person with Gorbachev three different times, on one occasion inviting him to the White House to sign a nuclear agreement Reagan had negotiated with the Russian. That was a big deal - and as a young Reagan staffer in the day I was lucky enough to witness the Gorbachev arrival at the White House for myself. In fact, Reagan was selected more than once during and after his White House tenure as a TIME Man of the Year. Surely that would be a reason to include him in this TIME round up of “Leaders Who Made a Better World” over the decades. But alas, Reagan is nowhere to be found in this issue. Neither, for that matter are the Republican Presidents Nixon, Ford, George H. W. and George W. Bush. Every one of whom, like their Democrat presidential colleagues, had some contribution to make during their time in office. Indeed, the back cover of this issue features the images of 42 TIME covers from over the years. Among them are covers featuring Democrat Presidents Obama, Carter, Biden, Kennedy, Roosevelt and Truman. The only GOPer present is Eisenhower, and the main focus there is Ike as World War II General, replete with photo of a uniformed Ike in World War II talking to American troops getting ready to go into battle. But appearances by GOP Presidents Nixon, Ford, Reagan or either of the Bush Presidents? Much less the currently sitting GOP President Trump? All of whom more than arguably easily rank as “Leaders Who Made a Better World” in their time in office? Nothing. Are you kidding? That makes six GOP Presidents completely ignored by TIME in this issue, with recognition of six Democrats from FDR to Biden. Yet it is very safe to say that the group of former GOP Presidents from Nixon to the Bushes have indeed made the world a better place during their individual tenures. Whether launching a roaring economy or winning the Cold War, GOP Presidents have seriously made a better world in their times in office. That’s an awful lot of American history being ignored for what cannot help but be seen as decidedly partisan reasons, a national “news” magazine put together by a staff of “journalists” whose job is supposedly to revolve around the facts. Just the facts. But in reality, as this edition clearly shows, the TIME journos are clearly more involved with boosting Dems and freezing out Republicans. One thing can be said of this collective “Best Person of the Year” issue: TIME loves the Left. And can’t stand Republicans. Suffice to say: “Message received.”

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