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The evidence has been conclusive from time immemorial. Economic systems flourish with private incentives that gratify the innate craving for material acquisitions. Adam Smith called it an “invisible hand” in his landmark “Wealth of Nations,” gospel for the nation’s Founders. Merchants or professionals can become rich only by satisfying the wants of others by offering goods or services at prices they are willing to pay. Private greed converges with public good—a convergence that finds expression in capitalism. Economic systems that pivot on an alleged philanthropic eagerness to share and share alike invariably shipwreck in poverty and misery. The laborer’s refrain in the old Soviet Union was, “We pretend to work, and they pretend to pay us.” Utopian communities in the United States like Brook Farm became unglued because the industrious refused to let the idle sponge off their labor. Conservatives believe if everyone works all day for themselves, there will be ample surplus to support the congenitally disadvantaged. Liberals would rather spend all day deciding how to divide the economic pie perfectly and starve to death. Wealth is 1% inspiration and 99% perspiration. Google was started in a garage in Mountain View, California. Bill Gates and Mark Zuckerberg were dropouts. Booker T. Washington was born a slave. Americans have become lazy and effete. They need to be reminded that we did not win our independence with summer soldiers or sunshine patriots. The 56 signers of the Declaration of Independence signed their own death warrants if the mighty British Empire prevailed. Undaunted, they mutually pledged their lives, their fortunes, and their sacred honor. Americans should not gripe, whine, or complain until they have done likewise. We have all won lottery tickets living in the United States. With the internet, we all have free access to an Ivy League college education. We can download, read, and digest great books with a handful of keystrokes. The opportunity to hone writing skills is with us every hour of every day. If you squander your time on TikTok, Taylor Swift concerts, or movie stars, don’t blame others for your impoverishment or unhappiness. Anyone can prosper by mastering the arts of communication for free on the internet. Most immigrants come to the United States to do jobs that Americans are unqualified or too indolent to do. American youths are inclined toward socialism because they are ignorant of both the lamp of experience and human nature. They prefer to live in a fantasy world where everyone is above average, to borrow from Garrison Keillor, and altruism is the coin of the realm. They lack the courage to see the world as it really is. Maturity will naturally change their minds. As Winston Churchill reportedly stated, “If a man is not a socialist at age 20, he has no heart. If he is not conservative at age 40, he has no head.” Capitalism does not give birth to a perfect world. No system does because mankind is made of crooked timber. Inequalities not based on merit will persist. We do not choose our parents. We do not choose our place of birth. We do not all begin life at the same starting line. But capitalism does more to diminish these inescapable inequalities than socialism. The latter entrusts destiny to the government. And the government always acts with ulterior political motives that favor the politically powerful over the politically weak. You will find the greatest economic inequality where the government calls all the shots—North Korea, Iran, Russia, and China. There is a reason why none of these countries have an immigration issue. Nobody with any industry or ambition wants to live there. Time will teach youth that good should not be sacrificed on the altar of the perfect. COPYRIGHT 2025 CREATORS.COM We publish a variety of perspectives. Nothing written here is to be construed as representing the views of The Daily Signal. The post Socialism Is a False Dawn appeared first on The Daily Signal.

Come learn everything you need to know to successfully grow big, beautiful carrots from seed. We’ll explore when and how to plant carrots, our favorite varieties to grow, and important tips for thinning, water, and soil needs. I’ll also cover tips for growing carrots in containers, when and how to harvest carrots, and the best ways to store or preserve them to make them last!Carrots have always been one of my favorite things to grow in the garden. They’re beautiful, delicious, versatile in the kitchen, hold up well in storage, and bothered by few pests. The flavor of homegrown carrots can’t be beat, and they’re possibly one of the most fun and rewarding things to harvest! With our tips for success, you’ll be unearthing and enjoying your own long, crunchy beauties in no time. Note: This post was originally published in May 2019.Disclosure: Homestead and Chill is reader-supported. When you purchase through links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission. Carrot VarietiesOrange, red, purple, yellow, white… We love to grow several varieties of carrots in one garden bed or plot for a fun colorful harvest!Popular carrot varieties include Scarlet Nantes, Danvers, Imperator, and pretty Cosmic Purple. A few of our current favorites are Bangor, Bolero, Bollin, Sugarsnax, Rubypak and Yellow Moon. If you’re new to growing carrots and don’t want to buy several seed packs to start, consider something like this gorgeous rainbow Starburst blend. Growing a few varieties of carrots with different days to maturity enables you to have a staggered harvest instead of all at once. Folks with short growing seasons (or those getting a late start) could consider smaller, early-maturing varieties like Yaya or “Little Finger” baby carrots.See a full list of the best places to buy heirloom, non-GMO and organic garden seeds here.When to Plant CarrotsGenerally considered a cool-season crop, it’s best to plant carrots in early spring or fall in most climates. However, places with mild summers or temperate winters can potentially grow carrots year-round. That’s what we do here on the Central Coast of California!  For an early summer harvest, plant carrot seeds outside in the spring about 2 to 3 weeks before the last frost date, ideally once the soil has warmed to at least 45°F.  For a fall harvest, plant carrot seeds in the late summer to early fall – about 10 to 12 weeks before your average first frost date if possible.  Here in zone 9, we often plant carrots in mid fall to harvest all winter long. They grow more slowly during the shorter days of winter, but can survive temperatures down to 20°F! They get even sweeter after a kiss of frost. The ideal soil temperature for carrot seed germination (and general growth) is 55 to 75°F, though they’ll sprout in soil as cool as 40°F, albeit more slowly. Temperatures over 80°F can inhibit sprouting or slow growth.  Frost dates vary by location and growing zone (and year to year), so check out our free planting calendars for more details. They’re available for every USDA growing zone! Carrot seeds are best directly sown outside, and can take 3 to 4 months to mature before harvest. See tips on exactly how to plant carrot seeds below.Get a free seed starting and planting calendar for every zone here!Preparing Soil Before PlantingThe right soil consistency is arguably one of the most important factors to successfully grow carrots. Carrots grow best in a loose, fluffy, well-draining soil that allows their long roots to grow deeply with ease. If soil is too compact, chunky, or rocky, carrots will be short, twisted or otherwise stunted.While we usually aren’t huge fans of tilling soil, it may be necessary for your carrot bed. If your soil isn’t already fairly loose, work the soil to at least one foot deep to loosen it, such as with a broad fork. Remove any large rocks and break up clumps. Amend clay or compact soil with potting soil, compost, and/or horticultural sand as needed.After loosening the soil, water deeply (especially if the soil is dry). This reduces the amount you’ll need to water immediately after planting seeds. Carrots and FertilizerCarrots do not need particularly rich soil to thrive. They prefer moderate levels of phosphorus (P), high potash (K) but low nitrogen (N) – so avoid high-nitrogen fertilizer when growing carrots! Using too much nitrogen or strong manure-based compost will promote tall leafy tops but make the carrots themselves grow funky and branch, split, or develop excess legs.Instead, amend the soil with a well-balanced, mild slow-release organic fertilizer and/or well-aged compost, worked in the top few inches of soil and watered in before planting.Freshly amended, watered, and ready to plant carrots. I like to line my carrot rows/furrows with a little seed starting mix to aid in easy germination, explained more below.How to Plant Carrot SeedsCarrots grow best when seeds are planted outside in the garden, aka direct sowed. Like most root crops, they do not transplant well. Therefore, it’s not recommended to start carrots indoors or in seedling trays.Tiny carrot seeds should be surface sown (meaning sprinkled or lightly pressed into the top of soil) or just barely covered with a very thin layer of soil (1/4” inch or less). I prefer to lightly cover carrot seeds to prevent them from drying out, blowing away, or moving around when watered. They will not sprout if they’re buried too deepTo plant carrots, you can either sow seeds in neat rows or use what I call the “scatter method” – by lightly scattering seeds across a wider surface area of soil. See tips for each option below.We’ve planted carrots both ways over the years with success. I tend to scatter seed when growing carrots in small raised beds, pots, or wine barrel planters, but prefer to plant them in rows in our larger raised beds along the drip irrigation lines. After planting carrot seeds, it’s essential that the top of the soil (and seeds) stay consistently damp in order to sprout. Germination (sprouting) may take anywhere from 1 to 3 weeks, depending on the soil conditions, moisture, and temperature. See important tips about watering carrots to follow.Planting Carrots in RowsTo plant carrots in rows, mark row lines or create very shallow furrows in the soil spaced about 4 to 6 inches apart. You may also see recommendations to space rows of carrots up to 12 to 18 inches apart for traditional in-ground row crops, but they can be spaced much closer in home gardens and raised beds. I like to line each furrow with a sprinkle of seed starting mix or fluffy potting soil, which is much easier for the carrot seeds to sprout in compared to the chunky compost that’s otherwise on top of our raised beds. Lightly sprinkle the carrot seeds along each row, aiming for a couple seeds every inch or so. Avoid sowing too heavily since you’ll need to thin them out to one sprout every 2 inches later. Either leave the seeds uncovered, or lightly cover them with less than ⅛” to ¼” of soil. I gently pinch the seed starting mix in each furrow around the seeds after sowing. Do not compact.Sprinkling carrot seeds along each furrow or row.A few weeks later, after sprouting.Planting Carrots with the Scatter MethodRather than tidy rows, you can also scatter carrots seeds across a small garden bed, container or planter to maximize the full growing space. To do so, simply sprinkle the seeds on top of the soil.  Again, don’t go too heavy with the seeds since you’ll want to thin them later to provide adequate spacing. Aim for a light even coverage with a couple seeds every inch or so. When planting several carrot varieties using the scatter method, I go fairly light with each variety, knowing the total amount of seeds will add up. After scattering carrot seeds, I like to follow up with a light sprinkle of potting soil or seed starting mix on top to barely cover them and then water gently. Scattered carrots sproutingWatering CarrotsAfter planting carrot seeds, gently water the soil surface. Avoid blasting them with a strong stream of water, or allowing the water to pool. Otherwise, the seeds will float or move around, causing them to cluster and ruin your nice even spacing.During germination, keep the seeds moist at all times. You don’t need to water deeply or heavily at this point, just enough so the soil surface doesn’t dry out. I use a watering can or gentle hose sprayer to lightly water every day (or every few days, depending on conditions) for the first few weeks to encourage sprouting, then let the automated drip irrigation take over thereafter.After sprouting, provide carrots with deep regular water. Carrots love water! The deeper they have access to water, the bigger and better they’ll grow. Watering time and needs will vary with climate, and will increase as they get larger in size. Rather than watering from above (which can mat down tall carrot greens and increase risk of fungal disease) we like to use drip irrigation in our raised beds to provide consistent water right at the soil level.Have you ever harvested hairy carrots? That’s usually caused from lack of sufficient water! The carrot itself is a root, but if it’s starving for water, it will send out little feeder roots in search of more. Hairy carrots are still edible (albeit less crisp and juicy) and a good indicator that you’ve been under-watering.TIP: Another way to keep carrot seeds damp during germination is to cover the carrot bed with a layer of cardboard or burlap to reduce evaporation, either laid across the bed frame or gently on top of the soil. Check under the cover every few days and remove at the first signs of sprouting.Several weeks later, at a good size to thin the seedlings.Thinning CarrotsThe recommended spacing for carrots is about 2 inches apart. Once the greens are about 3 to 4 inches tall, gently pull or pluck out extra seedlings – leaving the largest, healthiest looking ones to grow. Don’t skip this step! While tedious, thinning is KEY to growing big healthy carrots. The process of thinning ensures that the roots aren’t overly crowded, and instead, that each carrot has sufficient space to grow to its fullest potential. When left crowded, carrots compete for space, nutrients, and water, and will stay significantly smaller and sometimes twist around one another. Nicely spaced carrots. A couple are still just a tad crowded, but I can harvest those early as baby carrots – which doubles as thinning.Protecting Carrots from Heat or FrostCarrots thrive in a temperature range of 55 to 75°F. An occasional hot day isn’t a big deal, though sustained temperatures over 80°F can negatively impact the quality and production of carrots, resulting in bitter flavors and slower growth. One way to keep carrots cool is to cover them with shade cloth as needed. In warmer climates, you could also plant carrots in a location that receives partial afternoon shade. Carrots are generally frost-tolerant and can easily withstand a light frost (down to about 28°F) without protection. However, it’s best to cover carrots if temperatures are going to dip in the mid 20s or lower. Freezing weather will affect carrot tops the most, as the roots are much more protected in the soil. We like to use these garden hoops over our raised beds, which we can use to support either shade cloth, frost cloth, or insect netting to protect our plants.Carrot Pest and Disease ControlThankfully, carrots are a fairly low-maintenance crop that aren’t bothered by too many pests or diseases. A few common carrot pests include whitefly, aphids, carrot weevils, carrot rust flies, flea beetles, root-knot nematodes and cutworms. In our garden, we’ll often find aphids clustered on the base of the greens near the soil line, so check there on occasion. Treat with organic DIY aphid soap spray as needed, which is effective for all soft-bodied insects including aphids, whitefly, flea beetles, and mealybugs.Covering beds with hoops and insect netting is a great way to protect carrots from a wide variety of pests, including insects or larger critters like birds, squirrels, rabbits, or deer that may be attracted to the carrot tops or damage young sprouts.A number of diseases can affect carrots, including blight, bacterial rot, and fungal diseases. Our carrot greens often get powdery mildew after a couple months of growth. The mildew is never bad enough to negatively impact the carrots themselves, but can make it impossible for us to use the carrot greens (bummer).What a cute pest! ?Growing Carrots in Containers Yes, you can grow carrots in containers too! For the best results, choose a pot or container that is at least a foot deep and has adequate drainage. We like to plant carrots in half wine barrels, but something smaller than that would work too. When growing carrots in containers, the same best practices for soil, planting, fertilizer, and other tips described in this article apply just the same. However, keep in mind that some containers will dry out more quickly than raised beds or in-ground gardens (especially fabric grow bags), so you may have to increase water frequency to keep the soil modestly damp at all times. A wine barrel planter full of carrots in our old front yard gardenHarvesting CarrotsNow, for the best part! Carrots can take 2 to 4 months to grow from seed to harvest, but they’re well worth the wait. Time to maturity will depend on the variety, weather, soil conditions, and your watering practices. You can wait until carrots reach full size, or start harvesting some younger ones early as “baby carrots” for a staggered harvest.Sometimes, carrots make it quite obvious they’re ready ready for harvest, with thick orange tops poking up out of the soil! Other times, the carrots may stay more buried so gently explore around the top of the carrot at the soil line. If you see some nice round carrot tops forming, give a few test carrots a pull and see how they’re looking! If they’re all still fairly small, give them some more time.To harvest carrots, you should be able to gently pull up on the greens with a little wiggle. Digging isn’t recommended since it could damage or break the carrots. Another trick is to first press downwards on the carrot by about an inch (which loosens the soil around it) and then pull it up with more ease.How to Store Carrots After HarvestAfter harvesting carrots, it’s best to remove the green tops prior to storage. Otherwise, the greens will rot quickly and yuck everything up. However, the greens are edible and need not go to waste! See ideas for how to use carrot greens below. If you don’t want to eat them, at least try to compost them.  While some resources advise against it, we find that rinsing carrots with water after harvest helps them stay more crisp and last far longer in storage. We’ve found the best way to store carrots is in a sealed plastic bag (or other fairly airtight containers) in the refrigerator. By adding just a little splash of water in the bag, our carrots stay crisp and crunchy for MONTHS in the fridge. It’s important to get them into the fridge soon after harvest to prevent them from going limp. Harvesting carrots during cooler weather also helps them stay firm, such as first thing in the morning.Another option is to store carrots inside a root storage bin, covered in lightly damp sand and tucked away in a cool dark place. A cool basement or root cellar is perfect! They should also hold up well this way for months.For even longer term storage, see ideas to preserve carrots in the section below.Our makeshift washing station. A 2×4″ wood frame with wire over it – previously created for another project, but it works perfectly for rinsing carrots after harvest!Greens removed and ready for storage.Can You Eat Carrot Greens?Yes, carrot greens are edible! In fact, carrot greens are full of vitamin A and C, dietary fiber, calcium, iron, potassium, chlorophyll, antioxidants, and other nutrients with health-promoting benefits. While their flavor is a bit earthy and strong, but there are plenty of tasty ways to utilize them:Juice them in your favorite juicer! Carrot tops are a great addition to green juice. Make carrot green pesto. You can use our delicious “besto pesto” recipe with carrot tops. Similarly, there are quite a few recipes for carrot green chimichurri out there. Use them along with other veggie scraps to create a pot of homemade vegetable broth. Chop them up fresh and use them sparingly as a garnish or seasoning, as you would with other fresh herbs. For example, a little carrot greens sprinkled over a bowl of soup or salad, incorporated into a chickpea or egg salad.Unfortunately, we don’t always get to make use of our carrot greens since they often get a decent case of powdery mildew by harvest time.Chickens love carrot greens too! Hennifer goes to great efforts to keep the perimeter of this bed pruned for us.Ways to Eat CarrotsOf course, one of the best ways to enjoy carrots is fresh. Especially homegrown! The flavor and texture can’t be beat. We love to snack on carrots plain, dipped in hummus, chopped on top of salad, sliced thin on sandwiches, or my personal favorite – dipped in peanut butter. Cooked carrots are also fantastic. We enjoy them cut into rounds or sticks, sautéed in a little olive oil or butter with salt, pepper, and seasonings of choice. We also love oven-roasted carrots. Like their greens, carrots are great juiced as well! In addition to enjoying plain carrot juice, I love to add it to homemade kombucha with ginger and/or turmeric as a tasty second ferment flavor. Let’s not forget baked goods! Use homegrown grated carrots in carrot cake, carrot bread, muffins, and more. Carrots are also wonderful in homemade vegetable broth or soups, like our killer creamy roasted carrot and sweet potato soup recipe.Creamy roasted carrot and sweet potato soup – the perfect dish on a chilly evening, and ideal to freeze for future easy meals! Ways to Preserve CarrotsIf you grow more carrots than you can consume fresh in a timely manner, there are numerous ways to preserve them.Try fermenting carrots. See our easy fermented dilly carrot “pickles” recipe. You can also add shredded carrots to homemade sauerkraut, or even mixed into fermented hot sauce to mellow out the heat. You can also freeze carrots to preserve them, either in sticks, bite-size pieces, or grated – perfect for future baked goods.. Learn how to freeze carrots with or without balancing here. One of our personal favorite ways to preserve carrots is to make a big batch of creamy roasted carrot and sweet potato soup, and then freeze it in portions for future easy meals! We also often add extra carrots to our roasted tomato basil soup recipe. These durable quart-size BPA-free containers are perfect for freezing soup. Add thinly-sliced carrots to a food dehydrator to make dried carrot chips, or even grind them into carrot powder.Key TakeawaysTo sum it all up, if you aren’t already, I highly suggest growing carrots! While they may not be the fastest crop of the bunch, they’re relatively pest free – and can provide a lot of food, for a fairly low effort! Our garden will never be without them. If you have been struggling with growing carrots, I hope this article helped! Remember: loose fluffy soil, not too much fertilizer, lots of water, and lots of patience! Stay tuned for more carrot-based recipes to go along with your future harvests. Please comment with any questions, and spread the love by sharing this article. Did you enjoy this article? Want to hear more? Stay in touch! Sign up below to receive weekly updates on new posts from Homestead and Chill. The post How to Plant and Grow Carrots from Seed: Tips for Success appeared first on Homestead and Chill.

A cat, trying to convince others to take him home, stepped indoors and immediately lit up the room. LittleWanderersNYCLast month, a white and orange cat was spotted scrounging for food among the dumpsters at a public housing complex.For a while, the cat survived on scraps from garbage bags. "He dodged cars and slept inside engine hoods to stay warm. One day, a Good Samaritan alerted Little Wanderers to his story," Little Wanderers NYC shared.Once he mustered the courage, he emerged from hiding and began seeking attention. "He's been trying to make friends and getting himself rescued." LittleWanderersNYCThe cat approached anyone who would offer attention and pets, meowing sweetly and gently brushing against them. He was delighted when given food, eagerly filling his belly to the brim.It was clear he didn't belong on the streets, so volunteers at Little Wanderers NYC stepped in to help. "Although we've been overloaded with many cats and requests for rescue assistance, this one seems like a no-brainer." LittleWanderersNYCWhen a volunteer arrived to pick him up that night, the friendly cat came out from the trash area and made a beeline to greet her. "Cold, hungry, and covered in filth, he had no idea help was coming."After filling his belly, he rolled around joyfully on the ground as if trying to convince his new friend to take him in. This time, his wish came true. LittleWanderersNYCRescued the night before President's Day, the cat named Lincoln was brought to a veterinary office, where he received a thorough exam and all the necessary care. He immediately went up to the staff, charming them with his sweet, friendly nature."Through it all, he never stopped showing love. He's incredibly affectionate and trusting. He deserves warmth, love, and safety." LittleWanderersNYCHe flopped onto the floor, asking for belly rubs and trying to make up for lost time. The rescue team promptly started arranging a foster home for the deserving boy, ensuring he would have a soft landing before finding his happily ever after.Lincoln was so overjoyed by the affection that he stretched his toes high in the air, basking in pure bliss. LittleWanderersNYCLinda, a volunteer with the rescue, welcomed Lincoln into her home. He strutted out of the carrier and immediately sought attention from her. As he explored his new space, he made a stop at the feeding station, delighted to find fresh food."Friendly cats have it hard on the streets. Their survival skills are dull, and they aren't used to hunting for food, shelter, or warmth. Lincoln was lucky. Thankfully, he found us." LittleWanderersNYCWithin 30 minutes of arriving in foster care, Lincoln discovered a trove of toys and picked out his favorite: a catnip infused toy. He wrestled and bunny-kicked it with such vigor, quickly making himself right at home."We just love this cat. We can't wait to see his glow-up." LittleWanderersNYCAfter a much-needed bath, Lincoln feels much better with his soft, clean coat. He enjoys lounging on his scratcher, surrounded by toys in every direction, always ready to play. Dozing off amidst his toys has become the norm for this sweet boy.In three weeks since being rescued, he has blossomed into a loving companion and is now ready to find his forever home. LittleWanderersNYCAfter days of seeking rescue, Lincoln's perseverance paid off. Now, he fills his foster home with gentle purrs and sweet meows, grateful for the chance they've given him. LittleWanderersNYCShare this story with your friends. More on Lincoln and Little Wanderers NYC on Instagram and Facebook.Related story: Cat Came Indoors After Hanging Around House, No One Knew She Had Kittens at the Time

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Amazon’s Jeff Bezos is taking a stand for free speech. Or is he? The Washington Post owner’s editorial decree rocked journalism. Bezos instructed the Post’s opinion section to hyper-focus on free markets and personal liberties. Naturally, the paper’s far-left journalists cried out in pain. One quit on the spot.   Learn to code… WaPo Editor Quits After Bezos Orders Opinion Page to Defend Free Markets, Personal Liberty https://t.co/gkYf9ZTeMG — Rep. Scott Perry (@RepScottPerry) February 26, 2025   That speaks volumes as to where journalists stand on core U.S. values today. No one should be surprised, though. Consider how CBS News now embraces speech police in the modern era. We could cheer Bezos’s decree, and many are doing just that. Look closer. Amazon has routinely censored art that didn’t fit the progressive narrative. Just ask filmmaker and journalist Mike Cernovich.   That’s a wonderful sentiment, @JeffBezos. Would you mind sharing it with Amazon? They banned my movie Hoaxed without explanation. When a new distributor re-released it, Amazon pulled it again. Why? pic.twitter.com/FS1G03Oxr1 — Cernovich (@Cernovich) February 26, 2025   Cernovich says Amazon banned his 2019 documentary “Hoaxed” not once but twice. HiT previously reported on the matter. Director Eli Steele’s compelling 2020 documentary “What Killed Michael Brown?” nearly suffered the same fate. Amazon’s editorial team initially blocked the film’s release on the platform, citing its so-called poor quality. Steele’s films feature solid craftsmanship and nuanced narratives. A quick media storm erupted and Amazon backpedaled. The mega platform initially agreed to stream director Michael Pack’s “Created Equal: Clarence Thomas in His Own Words.” The 2020 movie debuted on PBS and let the reclusive Supreme Court justice share his inspirational story. Then, without warning, Amazon removed the documentary from its platform during Black History Month. No explanation. Filmmaker Robby Starbuck ran into a more recent Amazon roadblock. The anti-DEI activist’s film, “The War on Children,” got blocked by Amazon’s censors last year. The documentary examines the sexualization of children in the modern era. Good luck finding it on Amazon’s streaming marketplace. It’s also unavailable to buy in DVD form. Still.     Need more? Author Jack Posobiec’s book, “Bulletproof,” initially featured the wrong book cover on its official Amazon page last year. The tome recalled the assassination attempt against then-candidate Trump. Director Amanda Milius’ 2020 documentary “The Plot Against the President” faced an Amazon approval delay that caught the attention of a Legacy Media outlet. The film excoriated the Russian Collusion Hoax before many news outlets caught up with the truth. That delay mattered. Milius’s team slated the film for an October release, hoping to educate voters in the runup to the presidential election.     Some of these cases didn’t get legacy media attention. Bezos is a very busy man, so it’s possible he never learned about his company’s censorship practices. Possible, but unlikely. He couldn’t have missed these censorship stories. The company banned Ryan Anderson’s “When Harry Became Sally: Responding to the Transgender Moment” in 2021. Amazon deemed material disparaging the trans agenda “hate speech,” although users could order Adolf Hitler’s “Mein Kampf” both then and now. Amazon also censored books critical of the COVID-19 vaccines following pressure by the Biden administration. Perhaps Bezos’s decree reflects a genuine change of heart. We’ve seen Mark Zuckerberg do an about-face regarding Facebook’s biased fact-checking regime in the wake of Donald Trump’s Nov. 5 victory. The Amazon billionaire may have similarly seen the light. Or, his decree is an attempt to trick free speech believers across the fruited plain.

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