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This Week in Historyby Dianne Hermann “The most effective way to destroy people is to deny and obliteratetheir own understanding of their history.” George Orwell Feb. 5-11‚ 2024 February 5 1778 – South Carolina becomes the first state to ratify the Articles of Confederation. It was replaced by the Constitution in 1788. 1922 – Reader’s […] The post This Week in History: Feb. 5-11‚ 2024 appeared first on www.independentsentinel.com.

Every Sunday morning‚ legacy media outlets are taken over by elected officials‚ aspiring elected officials‚ administration insiders‚ and the usual collection of talking heads — all of whom are there to discuss specific policies‚ push talking points‚ or simply promote their own campaigns. For those who don’t spend their Sunday mornings glued to the television — and their Sunday afternoons attempting to unravel a full week’s worth of network and cable news media spin — The Daily Wire has compiled a short summary of what you may have missed. ABC News‚ “This Week”: With all eyes on the 2024 election‚ House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries (D-N.Y.) claimed that the South Carolina Democratic primary — where President Joe Biden was favored to win in a blowout — was proof that people like what the Biden administration has delivered over the past three years. “The American people are beginning to focus on President Biden’s incredible track record of results‚” Jeffries told host George Stephanopoulos. And while Biden coasted to an easy victory in South Carolina — The Associated Press called the race in his favor just 23 minutes after the polls closed — local outlet Greenville News reported that just 131‚000 South Carolinians (4% of the Palmettos State’s population of registered voters) turned out to vote. With 2024 being the first year that South Carolina was the first state to vote in the Democratic primaries — a move criticized by the traditionally “first-in-the-nation” New Hampshire — that low turnout could potentially affect any consideration of making the change permanent. “The American people are beginning to focus on Pres. Biden's incredible track record of results‚” House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries tells @GStephanopoulos after the South Carolina Democratic primary. https://t.co/JewR91NJeH pic.twitter.com/jYhENtTA27 — This Week (@ThisWeekABC) February 4‚ 2024 CBS News‚ “Face the Nation”: Senator Kyrsten Sinema (I-AZ) made a Sunday morning appearance on CBS’ “Face the Nation‚” where she argued in favor of the much-contested border deal currently working its way through Congress. Sinema pointed to key issues like “catch and release‚” which she said would be terminated by the proposed legislation — and said that it would instead create a new process allowing for “short term detention” while interviews were conducted in a more timely process. She also said that the bill proposed increased scrutiny and “higher standards” for anyone who came across the southern border seeking asylum in the United States. “For individuals who do not meet that standard — which‚ by the way‚ Margaret‚ is most of the migrants who are coming to our country right now — they’ll be swiftly returned to their home country‚” Sinema explained to host Margaret Brennan. .@SenatorSinema says the Senate's border deal "ends the practice of catch and release" for asylum seekers‚ setting up a new system for either "short-term detention" with immediate interviews or supervision for those who can’t be detained‚ with higher standards for proof of asylum pic.twitter.com/NfxncajZFv — Face The Nation (@FaceTheNation) February 4‚ 2024 CNN‚ “State of the Union”: CNN anchor Dana Bash hosted a panel discussion on Sunday’s broadcast of “State of the Union‚” and the conversation turned to the South Carolina primary. Bash asked Ashley Allison — former National Coalitions Director for the 2020 Biden campaign — whether South Carolina was proof that black voters would stand with Biden when November came around. Allison said that while black voters were certainly “not a monolith‚” when they believed that democracy was at stake they would always “do what they need to do.” She went on to complain that white union members and women who did not vote for Biden in 2024 would be voting against their own self-interests. .@AshleyrAllison: “Black folks will do what they need to do” in 2024 election@ScottJenningsKY‚ @AshleyrAllison‚ @DougHeye and @FShakir join @DanaBashCNN on #CNNSOTU to break down Biden’s support among primary voters in South Carolina. pic.twitter.com/ebXEdHa4H9 — State of the Union (@CNNSOTU) February 4‚ 2024 CLICK HERE TO GET THE DAILYWIRE+ APP NBC News‚ “Meet the Press”: “Meet the Press” anchor Kristen Welker did some of the heavy lifting for President Joe Biden and his administration‚ claiming that he was responsible for the improving jobs numbers and overall economy and expressing her bewilderment that the American people did not appear to be giving him the “credit” he deserved. Steve Kornacki joined Welker to break down the latest NBC News national poll — which showed former President Donald Trump up 22 points over Biden on how well he handled the economy. “The economy is so striking because jobs are up‚ inflation is down. Voters aren’t giving [Biden] credit for that‚” Welker pointed out. WATCH: President Biden trails former President Trump by 22 points on handling of the economy in the latest NBC News national poll‚ says @SteveKornacki.@kwelkernbc: "The economy is so striking because jobs are up‚ inflation is down. Voters aren't giving [Biden] credit for that." pic.twitter.com/KzyB7S4rzR — Meet the Press (@MeetThePress) February 4‚ 2024 FOX‚ “Fox News Sunday”: Senator Lindsey Graham (R-S.C.) joined anchor Shannon Bream on “Fox News Sunday‚” where they discussed retaliatory strikes over the weekend against targets connected to Iranian-backed terrorists in the Middle East. “Our national security is in freewill‚” Graham told Bream‚ arguing that Biden’s overall projection of American weakness had opened the door for multiple hostile actors to display aggression over the last several years. Beginning with the disastrous exit from Afghanistan and the subsequent Taliban takeover‚ Graham went on to mention Russia’s incursion into Ukraine — and the war that continued to rage there — along with the October 7 surprise attack Hamas terrorists perpetrated against Israeli civilians. Each act of aggression — perpetrated by a nation that was not exactly friendly with the United States — was a test to see if and when Biden would retaliate‚ and what that might look like. “We’re having Americans killed by Iranian proxies in the mid-east‚ they’re pushing us all over the place‚ our national security is in free-fall‚” Graham repeated. “Here’s what works: hit something they value.” He went on to say that it only took one strike to take out Qassem Soleimani — and that had had an immediate impact. WATCH: Senator @LindseyGrahamSC reacts to U.S. retaliatory strikes in Syria and Iraq. pic.twitter.com/AgbN3lf7Vq — Fox News Sunday (@FoxNewsSunday) February 4‚ 2024 MSNBC‚ “Inside With Jen Psaki”: Former White House Press Secretary Jen Psaki made sure to focus a portion of her MSNBC show on the continuing attempts — to push for charges against former President Trump to be tried before the November election‚ and sooner if possible. Psaki discussed the situation with Neal Katyal and Andrew Weissmann‚ both of whom expressed their dismay that the cases were not moving faster. “I am officially at the freak out stage … I can’t imagine a more compelling need for speed than the idea that U.S. citizens deserve to know before the election whether a candidate is a felon and an insurrectionist‚” Katyal complained. “Neal and I are in violent agreement‚” Weissmann said. .@neal_katyal: "I am officially at the freak out stage…I can't imagine a more compelling need for speed than the idea that U.S. citizens deserve to know before the election whether a candidate is a felon &; an insurrectionist."@AWeissmann_ : "Neal &; I are in violent agreement" pic.twitter.com/8WaqGwX1p1 — Inside with Jen Psaki (@InsideWithPsaki) February 4‚ 2024

  In a harrowing incident that has left the nation in shock‚ Mike Gill‚ a former Trump administration official and a dedicated public servant‚ succumbed to injuries sustained during a brutal carjacking in Washington DC. The tragedy unfolded on a busy street in the nation’s capital‚ highlighting the escalating crisis of urban crime. Mike Gill‚ a married father of three‚ was shot by the assailant‚ identified as Artell Cunningham‚ around 5:45 pm last Monday while he was waiting to collect his wife from work. The attack occurred on K Street NW‚ a bustling area known for its proximity to power but now marred by this senseless act of violence. Former Trump administration official Mike Gill has died on saturday after being shot during a carjacking in Washington DC. Do you think that this was a setup? pic.twitter.com/GQpMBdv7zG — FOX NIIGHT (@FOXNIIGHTGALAXY) February 4‚ 2024 Gill‚ who served as the chief operating officer of the Commodity Futures Trading Commission during President Donald Trump’s tenure‚ was an esteemed figure in government circles. His commitment to public service was evident through his extensive career‚ which included roles such as chief of staff to CFTC chairman Christopher Giancarlo and chief regulatory reform officer for the commission. The attack on Gill was not an isolated incident. Cunningham’s rampage continued through the city‚ leaving another victim‚ Alberto Vasquez Jr.‚ dead in a separate carjacking. The spree of violence ended when Cunningham was confronted by New Carrollton Police officers and fatally shot after producing two handguns. Searching for a story in the @washingtonpost this morning about the tragic murder of Mike Gill in DC. Every week you have to dig a bit deeper. pic.twitter.com/mS0sQKFvWC — Hank Thomas (@HankThomasDC) February 4‚ 2024 The loss of Mike Gill is a stark reminder of the dangers that plague our cities. His wife‚ Kristina‚ expressed her profound grief‚ stating that his sudden departure has created an irreplaceable void in their lives. She remembered him as a devoted husband‚ father‚ cherished son‚ brother‚ and friend whose heart was evident in everything he did. Colleagues and friends have paid tribute to Gill‚ remembering him as an honest‚ earnest‚ and open-hearted person. J Christopher Giancarlo‚ former chairman of the CFTC‚ praised Gill’s character‚ reflecting on his life as embodying everything good‚ right‚ and true. This tragic event raises serious questions about the state of law and order in our urban centers. It underscores the need for robust policies to combat the rising tide of crime that threatens the safety of our citizens. As we mourn the loss of a respected public servant‚ it is imperative that we also seek solutions to prevent such tragedies in the future. Mike Gill’s death is not just a personal tragedy for his family and friends; it is a national tragedy that calls for immediate action. It is a grim reminder that no one is immune to the scourge of violence that can strike anywhere‚ even in the heart of our capital. Our thoughts and prayers are with the Gill family during this difficult time‚ and we honor the legacy of service that Mike Gill leaves behind.   The post Tragic End for Former Trump Official: Mike Gill Succumbs to Carjacking appeared first on The Conservative Brief.

Get tissues. This story carries a three-tissue rating and may result in ugly crying. Go on‚ we’ll wait. Have you got your tissues handy? Good. Our hero today is a barber who helped transform the bald head of a burn victim into the awesome head of hair he deserves! At the end of a long day providing barber services for attendees at Kennedy Park during Park Days in 2019‚ barber Kintae Lark was tired. When a woman with her two grandsons approached‚ he asked what type of cuts the boys would like. The grandma answered that only one of the boys was getting a cut‚ and the other boy sat down. Kintae looked at the second boy and noticed scar tissue around his eye. When the boy removed his cap‚ Kintae was surprised to see a bald and badly scarred head. Image from Facebook. Kintae sat with the boy‚ discovering that he was a burn victim. He learned that the then 10-year-old boy‚ named Marcel Griffin‚ Jr.‚ had suffered burns as a toddler. Out of compassion‚ Kintae found himself rubbing the boy’s scalp gently while he spoke with the grandma. Suddenly‚ Kintae had a brainstorm! He could give Marcel a crown! Because Kintae is not “just” a barber‚ he is a king-maker. Who Is Kintae Lark‚ And How Will He Help This Young Burn Victim? Kintae is an owner/operator of the Inspiration School of Beauty Culture and the Inspiration Barber Shop and Salon. Kintae and his wife‚ Tanika‚ are well-known around South Bend‚ Indiana. He has helped men suffering hair loss regain their self-confidence by installing a man’s weave‚ called a “hair unit.” Image from Facebook. Kintae uses the phrase‚ “Every king deserves a crown‚” when assisting victims of alopecia and other forms of hair loss. Although he had never installed a hair unit on a child‚ he was confident he could give Marcel the gift of hair. Kintae volunteered to install the unit free of charge and got approval from the grandma. Normally‚ a hair unit would cost roughly $200. Hold those tissues because there is more! Marcel’s reaction was priceless. Kintae asked the family to meet him at the Inspiration School. There‚ Kintae successfully installed the hair unit on Marcel. He also called on the services of an esthetic student‚ Tina Wilson. She provided some excellent makeup to cover the scars. For the first time since he was one year old‚ Marcel had hair and an even skin tone! Image from Facebook. There Is Always A Catch Men’s hair weaves typically last around six months. At that point‚ they need to be redone. The catch is that Marcel and his family live in Arizona and were visiting South Bend. Kintae is a problem-solver‚ though. He had a solution. He planned a trip to Arizona to provide training to Marcel’s dad‚ Marcel Griffin‚ Sr. The training would include applying a hair unit and the corrective makeup. Kintae also made himself available for mentoring and support. Marcel is 14 years old now. He did experiment with a few different styles but said it was just nice having hair‚ finally. Kintae Lark is continuing to make a difference. If you enjoyed this inspiring story about a burn victim getting new hair‚ please share. Hopefully‚ you had enough tissues. If you are in South Bend‚ look up Kintae and shake this man’s hand. Through his ministry and using his skills as a barber‚ he is making a difference in our world. You might find him working with high school students or on a street corner‚ helping homeless men regain self-confidence. You can find the source of this story’s featured image here. The post Barber Helps Transform Young Burn Victim Who Permanently Lost His Hair. appeared first on InspireMore.

As an interabled couple‚ husbands Matthew and Paul have faced their fair share of difficulties. However‚ during their day at the beach‚ one of them enjoyed a rare moment of total freedom! Paul‚ who is blind‚ usually uses a cane to help him get around. The great thing about going to the beach‚ though‚ is that there aren’t that many obstacles in the sand. “This is one of the few places where I don’t need my white cane‚” said Paul. When his husband asked why‚ Paul exclaimed‚ “Because there’s nothing to run into‚ Matthew!” before tossing his cane aside and running off into the distance. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Matthew &; Paul (@matthewandpaul) “I’ve never seen him run that fast‚” the other man chuckled to himself from behind the camera. When Paul returned to Matthew‚ he was clearly elated — and a little out of breath! Unfortunately‚ he hadn’t counted on the fact that he wasn’t used to swinging his arms the way that people usually do while running. He ended up with some pretty sore limbs‚ but it was totally worth it! Screengrab from Instagram It’s always heartwarming to see how Matthew and Paul face the world together with love and positivity on their Instagram account. What a beautiful example of an interabled couple who are truly each other’s best friends! You can find the source of this story’s featured image here. The post Man Shares Clip Of Blind Husband’s Joyful Sprint Across Open Beach. appeared first on InspireMore.

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