As the nation eagerly awaits President Biden's visit to the Windy City, the residents of Chicago have already made their voices heard. In a recent election, voters in the city delivered a powerful message to the Democratic Party, indicating that they are tired of the status quo and are demanding change. With a population of over 2.7 million, Chicago is a city that has long been a stronghold for the Democratic Party. However, in the recent mayoral election, residents made a statement by electing the city's first African American female mayor, Lori Lightfoot, over a more established Democratic candidate. This bold move signaled a shift in the city's political landscape and a desire for fresh leadership. On Fox News this morning, two Black female voters from Chicago said that they are done with Joe Biden & the Democrat Party. Illegal immigration seems like a huge issue for them both. They said they will be voting Trump, and that the lawfare trials are irrelevant.. pic.twitter.com/o0BaaMvE4t — Paul Villarreal (AKA Vince Manfeld) (@AureliusStoic1) May 8, 2024 But this was just the beginning. In a recent primary election, Chicago voters again showed their dissatisfaction with the current state of affairs. Despite being a traditionally Democratic stronghold, the city saw record low turnout in the election, with only 30% of eligible voters casting their ballots. This significant drop in participation spoke volumes about the frustration and disengagement of Chicagoans with their current political leadership. This is how you know the Democrat Party and President Joe Biden are in TROUBLE. Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson has denied every single DNC protestor permit. So much for free speech, eh? Not when it is a protest against the DNC. And Johnson's support for migrants? He's working to… pic.twitter.com/Vs0vcJBXAt — Reporter William J. Kelly #thatreporter (@Williamjkelly) May 8, 2024 In addition to low voter turnout, the election results also sent a clear message to the Democratic Party. Of the few voters who did show up, many chose to vote against the Democratic Party's endorsed candidates, instead opting for more progressive and grassroots candidates. This rejection of establishment politics is a clear indication that the people of Chicago are ready for change and are demanding a new direction. The city's dissatisfaction with the Democratic Party is further highlighted by the ongoing violence and economic struggles in Chicago. Despite being a major economic and cultural hub, the city continues to face challenges such as high crime rates, income inequality, and lack of affordable housing. These issues have been exacerbated by the COVID-19 pandemic, leading to a sense of frustration and hopelessness among residents. With President Biden's visit on the horizon, Chicagoans are hoping that their message will be heard loud and clear. They are tired of being taken for granted and are ready for meaningful change. As the President addresses the city's issues, he must listen to the voices of the people and take bold actions to address their concerns. In the coming days, all eyes will be on Chicago as the President visits the city. But it's not just a mere visit; it's a call for action. The residents of Chicago are sending a powerful message to the Democratic Party and the President, demanding real change and a better future. It is now up to them to listen and take action, as the winds of change sweep through the city of Chicago. What are YOUR thoughts? We want to hear from you! Please comment below to join the discussion. The post Chicago Residents Send a Strong Message to Democrats Before Biden’s Highly Anticipated Visit appeared first on The Conservative Brief.

When Bruce Willis was diagnosed with dementia, he retired from Hollywood. Ever since, fans find themselves wondering how the beloved actor is doing. Luckily, Willis’ family have been open and honest about the difficulties they’ve faced as a family after this diagnosis. They first shared this news back in 2022, though his original diagnosis of aphasia has since progressed to frontotemporal dementia. Throughout Willis’ medical journey, his family has been by his side every step of the way. This even includes his ex, Demi Moore, who continues to inspire other families similar to her own. Rumer Willis, their eldest daughter, is also known for sharing the sweetest content about her dad. In fact, she was recently asked about him at the premiere of her new film, My Divorce Party, which took place at the 24th Annual Beverly Hills Film Festival. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Emma Heming Willis (@emmahemingwillis) “He’s great. Yeah, yeah, doing OK. Thank you so much for asking,” Rumer replies to a question about her dad. “I think, for me, through this experience, what’s been so incredible is my dad is so beloved, and that’s been so evident in the transparency with which we’ve been sharing.” Rumer Willis Gratefully Shares An Update On Bruce Willis During Movie Premiere The struggles and heartbreak that come along when a loved one has dementia are so difficult to deal with. Willis’ condition presents many struggles, including those related to communication. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Rumer Glenn Willis (@rumerwillis) But in addition to all of the love and support from the fans, Rumer is grateful for the positive impact they’re able to have on others going through the same thing. “And I think if there’s any way sharing our experience brings hope — whatever comes forward as a family — that can have an effect and bring any sort of hope, comfort to someone else experiencing that, then to me, that’s … everything,” Rumer shares. You can find the source of this story’s featured image here! The post Bruce Willis’ Daughter Rumer Gives Update On Her Dad’s Battle With Dementia appeared first on InspireMore.

You never know what someone else is going through. That’s why Courtney from Arkansas is so quick to choose kindness. As a barista at Starbucks, she’s know for finding moments to make someone’s day with a random act of kindness. That happened recently when one customer in particular stood out. It was clear the woman was struggling. In turn, Courtney says she put some “extra pep” in her step to make the woman smile — and it worked! Because this is the kind of thing Courtney does all the time, she didn’t think much of the interaction. But after a few minutes, that same customer came back to the store with a note for the manager. It was for Courtney. As soon as she read it, this kind-hearted barista was moved to tears. In fact, she can’t help but cry as she recounts the events in the viral video below. @dopaqueen715 Tik tok! Help me get this message to her! #mysterykindness #goodsamaritan ♬ original sound – Shnortney Turns out, the customer travels a lot for work. This leads to late nights and early mornings. In the two days she had been in Little Rock, the customer says that Courtney is “the only person I have encountered that has been genuinely kind.” To fully express how much Courtney’s kindness meant to her, she gave her $200. As amazing as this gift would be for anyone, it especially means the world to this barista who works two other jobs in order to deal with inherited debt. Plus, this Mother’s Day will be the first without her mom who passed last year. Now, thanks to this stranger’s kindness, she can afford to buy a nice urn for her mom. Customer’s Act of Kindness For Starbucks Barista Leaves Lasting Impact Now, Courtney hopes to locate this kind customer so she can properly thank her for her life-changing act of kindness. So far, she’s had no luck. Still, Courtney was recently interviewed by CBS to help spread the word. @dopaqueen715 Wow yall are absolutely beautiful souls ♬ original sound – Shnortney Meanwhile, Courtney continues to be blown away by the kindness she’s receiving. In fact, now that her video has gone viral, even more kind strangers are offering to send her money. In a follow up video, Courtney insists that she wasn’t expecting so many people to want to help her financially — it also wasn’t her intention. So, as grateful as she is for the offers, here’s what she recommends for those who want to help. “We’re all hurting from something,” Courtney says. “… So I am, by no means, asking for money from anyone. Pay it forward if you feel the need to be kind … Every single one of you have left beautiful comments, and you’re beautiful people, and I wish that I could hug all of you.” You can find the source of this story’s featured image here! The post Starbucks Barista Mourning Her Mom Breaks Down At Customer’s Act Of Kindness appeared first on InspireMore.

It’s not uncommon to hear that a beloved celebrity isn’t necessarily the kindest. But there are also lots of stories where the opposite is true! One curious Reddit user encouraged folks to share their own celeb encounters, both good and bad. Despite asking for both, it doesn’t take long to realize that a good portion of them, especially the ones with the most interactions, recounted positive moments, giving us an idea of who some of the kindest celebrities are today. With over 14,000 comments on this post, there’s certainly a lot to explore in this conversation. But I’d like to share with you some of my favorites — and the favorites of others, it seems. Our first kind celebrity is David Hasselhoff. According to Reddit user AnsweringLiterally, their sibling battled a terminal illness in the 80s. In turn, Make-A-Wish gave them a chance to visit the set of Knight Rider to meet David Hasselhoff. Wikimedia Commons “Fast forward 30 years and I’m at Heathrow picking up a family member when I see the Hoff standing there on his phone,” they recall. “I approach him and wait for him to end his call. He looks at me and says hello. I tell him that we met. He looks at me and say, ‘Was their name …?’ He remembered their name after 30 years. That will always stay with me.” Fans Share Their Interactions With the Kindest Celebrities There’s no telling how many fans Hasselhoff has met over the years. Still, after all that time, he remembered that person’s name. Plus, there’s a good chance the actor has no idea that this simple kindness means so much to that family. Similarly, fans of Steve Martin and Martin Short will be happy to hear that they’re just as great as they seem, including in ways few see. Wikimedia Commons / Steve Martin / Martin Short “I have worked with Steve Martin and Martin Short, they’re both super nice, respectful, and incredibly dedicated to their craft,” Reddit user snakefest shares. “They’ll spend hours finessing a couple lines in a show they do every night just to get it right for that evening’s performance.” You might expect most celebrities to be quite reserved when meeting a fan. According to Reddit user ClydeinLimbo, that was certainly not the case when they met Ian McKellen. The two of them crossed paths when the actor visited the spa the user worked at. To say their interaction was unexpected would be an understatement! Wikimedia Commons “We didn’t sell ice cream but there was a farm shop across the road and I mentioned it and he asked me if I’d take him there,” the fan shares. “My friend who worked in the farm shop had his mouth open the whole time seeing me buying ice cream with Gandalf.” You never know what a celebrity will be like in person. Sometimes, it can be disappointing. So it’s nice to hear from fans like these that there really are folks as kind and awesome as they seem! You can find the source of this story’s featured image here and here! The post People Share Stories Of The Kindest Celebrities They’ve Met In Real Life appeared first on InspireMore.

Reba McEntire’s list of accomplishments over the decades only continues to grow. She’s known as a hit country singer, actor, and now as a coach on the The Voice. This is only her second season on the hit show, but she’s already so loved by fans. How fitting, then, for this Queen of Country to debut her latest song during last night’s show!? It comes from Reba’s upcoming album, and it’s called I Can’t. Reba’s incredible career spans the course of nearly 50 years. When you watch her performance from last night, you’ll understand exactly how she’s done it. There’s something oh-so unique about her voice, especially when she’s singing a particularly emotional song. That’s certainly the case with I Can’t. This new song also allows her to show off her range, sending folks on their feet to cheer wildly. QUEEN @reba kicks off #TheVoice Lives with a BANG debuting her newest single "I Can't"!! pic.twitter.com/GLu7YnQG2N— The Voice (@NBCTheVoice) May 8, 2024 “I’ve got the thunder in my bones, I’ve got the trouble in my soul,” Reba belts, showing off her powerful voice. “Drowning in tears my eyes were too proud to cry. I hear you knockin’ at my door, but I can’t open it no more. ‘Cause this heart’s half full of rain and risin’ high. Sometimes all that you can do is just survive.” Reba McEntire Debuts Brand New Song On The Voice and Fans Can’t Stop Raving! Fans from all over the world are expressing their support and excitement over Reba’s new song. Truly, it’s no wonder she’s been such a successful coach on The Voice — she’s clearly a legend who knows exactly what she’s doing! “I’m thrilled the Queen has made another HIT!” one fan writes. “What an amazing performance,” another shares. “Not that she needed to but Reba reminded us all tonight why she is the queen!!!” You can find the source of this story’s featured image here! The post Reba McEntire Debuts Brand New Song On “The Voice” & Fans Are Raving appeared first on InspireMore.

A few weeks ago, the internet fell in love with a sweet video of a woman’s husband supporting her art. This clip received 18 million views on social media! Now, the same painter has revealed that her partner was one of the very first people to recognize her talent. She even has the cutest photo evidence to prove it! Alice Williams, a painter from the South of France, loves sharing her work with the world via social media. However, she’s even more excited to show off her art to her loving and supportive husband! They’ve been together for 60 years, and he’s still floored every time he gets to witness her creativity. @alicewilliams.artist My passion + my person #fypシ #foryoupage #artistsoftiktok #artist #paint #paintings #oilpaint #oilpaintings #artistinfrance #americanartist #color #colorful #artpaintings #artwork #artpainting #oilpaints #lotsofpainting #artworks #husband #love #lovestory #wife #us #lotsoflove #longmarriage #oldcouple #highschoolsweetheart #forever #togetherforever #couple #couplesoftiktok #coupleschallenge ♬ someday i’ll get it – Alek Olsen In a recent post, Alice shared an old photo of herself standing before her very first piece of artwork. Then, she followed it up with a picture of her husband admiring it. “I found a photo of the first painting I ever painted,” the artist wrote over the images. “And my husband was there, watching and supporting my goals…” Screengrab from TikTok Alice ended her post with a more recent photo of her partner enjoying her work. “And he’s never stopped,” she finished. Does anyone love anything more than this husband loves his wife’s art? In another beautiful TikTok slideshow, the painter shared some more precious snapshots of her husband supporting her art. These photos showed him watching her paint and helping her properly store her pieces. “I love to paint, but…” she wrote in her post. “I love that my husband loves to watch me paint… and always helps.” Screengrab from TikTok Commenters were touched by this husband’s genuine support of his wife’s art. “You can see the pride and love all over his face, you are art to him,” wrote one user. “Sobbing, this is all I want,” added another. It’s amazing that, after all their years together, this couple still appreciates and cherishes each other. This is the kind of marriage that most people dream of! We hope this wonderful husband continues to support his wife’s art for many years to come. You can find the source of this story’s featured image here. The post Heartwarming: Woman Shares Decades-Old Photos Of Her Husband’s Support Of Her Art appeared first on InspireMore.

Bear Grylls helped Russell Brand pledge his life to Christ during an “intimate” baptism in the River Thames. The comedian, who announced his baptism late last month, shared a photo of the event on his social media accounts today (May 8th). It shows Russell, Bear, and a friend embracing during the “incredible” moment. Me, Bear Grylls, The River Thames and of course, The Holy Spirit. pic.twitter.com/K3uO0es1TS— Russell Brand (@rustyrockets) May 8, 2024 “Me, Bear Grylls, The River Thames, and of course, The Holy Spirit,” he captioned. Russell Brand recently converted to Christianity in an effort “to leave the past behind and be reborn in Christ’s name.” He took “the plunge” on April 28th. “Faith and spiritual moments in our lives are really personal,” Bear wrote in a statement to The Daily Mail. “But it is a privilege to stand beside anyone when they express a humble need for forgiveness and strength from above. Friendships when we go through tough times are worth so much.” Following the ceremony, Russell thanked Bear and his friend, Joe, for standing beside him during the “very intimate experience.” First week as a Christian and the biggest challenge has been… pic.twitter.com/GHTL8g0Orl— Russell Brand (@rustyrockets) May 6, 2024 “I must learn to unteather myself from the tendrils of selfishness, egotism, and self-centeredness and awaken to something greater,” he said in an X post that documented “week one as a Christian.”The Christianity that I’m learning about that is fascinating me, is not a precursor to psychiatry. It’s a precursor to quantum physics; it’s a precursor to to a way of understanding consciousness, a way of understanding reality very deeply.” This story’s featured image is by Mary Turner/Getty Images. The post Russell Brand Shares Incredible Photo Captured During His Baptism In The River Thames With Friend Bear Grylls appeared first on InspireMore.

If you believe in signs from above, you’ll love this precious moment captured between a toddler and a butterfly she believes to be her late father. Oftentimes, when we’re processing grief, we slip into a dark place. Some of us deny the loss or stifle our pain with anger. Others sink into a deep depression and dwell on what we could have done to possibly prevent the devastation. As we move through the stages of grief, however, it helps to grasp onto any glimmers of hope or connection we can find. In the case below, this adorable toddler finds solace in a butterfly she believes represents her late father. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Pubity (@pubity) After losing her husband, a grieving widow told her daughter that she could find her father’s spirit in a beautiful butterfly. What happened next is both heartbreaking and soul-touching. Toddler Connects With Butterfly She Believes to Be Her Late Father In the video, the toddler is seen chasing the butterfly and yelling “dada!” with glee. She appears happy and relieved to be in the presence of her father’s spirit. Many individuals felt moved and comforted by the video, with some even sharing their own stories of loss. “I lost my mom when I was 19. More than 10 years ago,” one person commented. “Butterflies were her favorite. Every time one comes around I imagine that it’s her keeping an eye on me.” “The day after my grandfather died, my father was in the middle of the ocean fishing when a blue jay randomly appeared at the front of the boat,” another person commented. “Everyone was in awe since small birds like that don’t typically fly out that far, but the bird hung out the whole afternoon with my dad and his friends fishing and hanging out. My grandfather loved fishing almost more than anything & we still think that was him coming to say good bye and enjoy one more trip” Whether or not you believe in this kind of thing, the video is undeniably moving — and an important reminder that we are never alone on our journeys with grief. You can find the story’s featured image here. The post Widow Captures Precious Moment Between Toddler & Butterfly She Believes Represents Late Father appeared first on InspireMore.

A young cancer survivor learned that kindness always comes back around after a chance encounter with a stranger ended with a $100,000 donation from country music star Luke Combs. A 12-year-old named Jocelyn unknowingly ran into social media influencer Samuel Weidenhofer one day. Samuel, who is a mental wellness and kindness advocate, regularly records videos where he asks strangers for help. When they do, he returns the favor with a huge surprise. When he approached Jocelyn’s family, he said he had lost his wallet, and he wondered if they could spare “a few dollars.” Jocelyn smiled and handed Samuel some of her own money. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Samuel Weidenhofer (@itssozer) “Are you sure? he asked. “I might be able to get a fast car with that.” Samuel asked Jocelyn why she helped him, and she admitted that surviving childhood cancer makes her want to “give back to other people.” Jocelyn went on to explain that she has been raising money for cancer research through “lemonade stands, hot cocoa stands, and other fundraisers.” And she astonishingly raised “well over $100k.” After listening to the young cancer survivor’s heartwarming story, Samuel gave her and her parents tickets and backstage passes to a Luke Combs concert. Young Survior’s Story Leads Luke Combs To Match Her Cancer Research Donations When Luke Combs met Jocelyn that night, he was moved by her selfless work. So during his set, he paused and shared her story with the audience. Then he announced plans to match her donations. “She raised $100k at a lemonade stand for cancer research. I’m gonna match that. I’m gonna double that,” he said. He made the moment even more magical by following with Jocelyn’s “favorite song,” Fast Car. “Thank you [Luke Combs] for taking the time out of your big night and very busy schedule to put a never-ending smile on Jocelyn’s face,” Jocelyn’s family wrote in an Instagram post after the big event. “She’s still on cloud 9 from Saturday night! Jocelyn has always been a fan of yours but your generosity, kind heart, and humbled nature has made her a super fan (you’ve surpassed GnR).” You can find the source of this story’s featured image here. The post Young Cancer Survivor’s Kindness During Chance Encounter Leads To $100k Donation From Luke Combs appeared first on InspireMore.

Emma Heming Willis recently opened up about how Bruce Willis’s dementia diagnosis affected her family. In 2022, Bruce was diagnosed with aphasia, which affects an individual’s ability to communicate and speak. Six months later, he was also diagnosed with frontotemporal dementia, or FTD. After going public with her husband’s diagnosis, Emma revealed that she felt relieved to have spoken up. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Emma Heming Willis (@emmahemingwillis) “I could breathe, you know, I could really exhale and sort of just feel this weight sort of lift from my shoulders but everything changed for the better once we were able to disclose his diagnosis,” she said in a video at The Association for Frontotemporal Degeneration’s 2024 Education Conference. “I was able to see the support that I so desperately needed for my husband, for our whole family.” Emma Heming Willis Opens Up About Husband Bruce Willis’s Dementia Diagnosis At the time of his dementia diagnosis, Bruce’s family shared an update via a statement: “Since we announced Bruce’s diagnosis of aphasia in spring 2022, Bruce’s condition has progressed and we now have a more specific diagnosis: frontotemporal dementia (known as FTD),” the Willis family said. “Unfortunately, challenges with communication are just one symptom of the disease Bruce faces. While this is painful, it is a relief to finally have a clear diagnosis.” View this post on Instagram A post shared by Emma Heming Willis (@emmahemingwillis) Reflecting on going public with her husband’s diagnosis, Emma felt it was “very important” to disclose her family’s current situation. “There were so many reasons to go public but first and foremost, it had been so isolating and you know, I was trying to keep it quiet and really, it was about our daughters and … I never wanted them to think that this was some kind of family secret that we had to keep,” she confessed at the AFTD 2024 Education Conference. “I felt like it was very important for us to come out and say what it was.” This story’s featured image is by Rodin Eckenroth/Getty Images for TCM. The post Emma Heming Willis Details How Going Public With Bruce Willis’ Dementia Diagnosis Affected Her Family appeared first on InspireMore.