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 Mar. 25-31‚ 2024 March 25 1851 – Yosemite Valley is discovered in California. Yosemite became a national park in 1890. Naturalist John Muir helped drew its boundaries in 1889 and […] The post This Week in History: Mar. 25-31‚ 2024 appeared first on www.independentsentinel.com.

Former President Donald Trump’s legal battles are piling up on Monday‚ with the former president appearing in court for the hush money case involving porn actress Stormy Daniels on the same day as the bond deadline in his $454 million New York civil business fraud judgment. Trump is expected to appear in a Manhattan courtroom on Monday and request another delay in the case against him‚ where he is charged with falsifying business records while covering up an affair with Daniels‚ The New York Times reported. In March‚ the judge overseeing the hush money case — which would’ve begun on Monday — moved the trial start date to April 15 after Trump’s attorneys argued that they needed more time to review a new dump of 100‚000 pages of material that could be used as evidence in the case. The hush money case‚ brought by Manhattan District Attorney Alvin Bragg and widely viewed as the weakest case against the former president‚ was the first in a slew of criminal charges against Trump and made Trump the first ex-president to be charged with a crime. The former president pleaded not guilty last year to all 34 charges of falsifying business records leveled against him by Bragg. Meanwhile‚ if Trump and his legal team are going to stop New York Attorney General Letitia James from potentially seizing Trump’s assets‚ they must also post bond Monday in the New York civil business fraud judgment leveled against him by Judge Arthur Engoron. The judge ruled in agreement with James last month after the attorney general brought civil charges against Trump‚ alleging the former president inflated his net worth and misled investors. In his judgment‚ Engoron ordered Trump to pay $350 million‚ which increased to $454 million‚ including interest‚ and also ordered Trump’s co-defendants to pay $10 million. James had been abiding by a 30-day grace period following the judgment in the case‚ but as of Monday‚ the Democratic attorney general can seek to collect on Trump‚ The Wall Street Journal reported. Trump blasted the cases brought against him‚ posting on Truth Social on Monday morning‚ “These are Rigged cases‚ all coordinated by the White House and DOJ for purposes of Election Interference.” “THE NUMBER ENGORON SET IS FRAUDULENT. It should be ZERO‚ I DID NOTHING WRONG!” the former president added. “The D.A. Case‚ that I am going to today‚ should be dismissed. No crime. Our Country is CORRUPT!” In a follow-up post‚ the leading 2024 presidential candidate added‚ “Crooked Pols!!! There should be no FINE. Did nothing wrong! Why should I be forced to sell my ‘babies’ because a CORRUPT NEW YORK JUDGE &; A.G. SET A FAKE AND RIDICULOUS NUMBER[?] ‘TAKE HIS CASH SO THAT HE CAN’T USE IT TO DEFEAT HIS POLITICAL OPPONENT‚ CROOKED JOE BIDEN.’ ELECTION INTERFERENCE‚ ALL HEADED UP BY THE WHITE HOUSE – THIS INCLUDES FANI AND THE CORRUPT MANHATTAN D.A. BRAGG ADMITTED THERE WAS NO CRIME‚ WAS MORTIFIED BY WHAT MARK POMERANCE DID – AND HE SHOULD BE. WITCH HUNT!” CLICK HERE TO GET THE DAILYWIRE+ APP Last week‚ Trump’s lawyers requested a stay on the civil fraud judgment‚ which they said securing the bond for would be “a practical impossibility‚” but a New York appeals court rejected the request. Later in the week‚ Trump posted on Truth Social‚ saying that “through hard work‚ talent‚ and luck‚” he had nearly $500 million cash on hand and “intended to use” the money for his 2024 presidential campaign.

In a shocking and baseless statement‚ Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez has accused former President Donald Trump of personally ordering the violent attack on the Capitol on January 6th. The controversial Congresswoman claims that this alone should be enough for people to reject any future bids for presidency by Trump. However‚ as a conservative‚ I argue that her extreme accusation and the moral implications of it should not overshadow the important ethical considerations at play in the upcoming 2024 election. Firstly‚ it is important to note that AOC's claim is completely unsubstantiated and lacks any credible evidence. This type of reckless and divisive rhetoric is not only damaging to the political discourse‚ but also sets a dangerous precedent for falsely accusing political opponents without proof. As conservatives‚ we value the rule of law and due process‚ and therefore cannot condone such baseless accusations that only serve to further polarize our nation. AOC claims Trump "ordered…a terrorist attack on the Capitol of the United States to retain power" pic.twitter.com/ipHPCQSUFj — Julia (@Jules31415) March 25‚ 2024 Furthermore‚ the fact that AOC has used this false accusation to push her own political agenda and to discourage people from supporting Trump's potential 2024 run is deeply concerning. As a conservative‚ I firmly believe in the right of all individuals to run for office‚ regardless of their political views. To suggest that someone should be disqualified from running based on unproven accusations goes against the very principles of our democracy. Moreover‚ the timing of AOC's statement is suspect‚ as it comes at a crucial moment in the political landscape. With the 2024 election on the horizon‚ it is clear that this is a calculated attempt to discredit and undermine Trump's potential candidacy. As conservatives‚ we cannot let ourselves be swayed by such manipulative tactics and must instead focus on the key issues and policies that truly matter. .@AOC hates Israel but doesn't know why pic.twitter.com/sSOcbsEXfe — Hillel Neuer (@HillelNeuer) March 25‚ 2024 While AOC's sensational claims may grab headlines‚ it is crucial to remember the ethical dilemma that lies at the heart of this controversy. As a conservative‚ I believe that individuals should be judged based on their own actions and policies‚ not by the actions of others. To suggest that Trump should not be allowed to run for office because of the actions of a few individuals goes against the principles of fairness and personal accountability. Furthermore‚ AOC's statement raises questions about the role of the media in perpetuating such inflammatory and unsubstantiated claims. The mainstream media's constant vilification of Trump has only added fuel to the fire‚ creating a toxic political environment where false accusations are given a platform without any scrutiny. As conservatives‚ we must demand that the media uphold their responsibility to present fair and unbiased reporting. Ultimately‚ as we approach the 2024 election‚ we must focus on the important ethical considerations at play. It is not about one individual or their alleged actions‚ but rather about the values and policies that we want to see in our leaders. As conservatives‚ we must stand firm in our beliefs and not let ourselves be swayed by baseless accusations or manipulative tactics. In conclusion‚ AOC's outrageous claim that Trump ordered the attack on the Capitol and her attempt to use it to dissuade people from supporting him in the future is nothing more than a desperate political ploy. As conservatives‚ we must not let ourselves be distracted by such divisive rhetoric and instead focus on the important ethical considerations at stake in the upcoming 2024 election. Let us not be swayed by baseless accusations and instead demand a fair and just political landscape for all. The post Unhinged Accusations: AOC’s Outrageous Claim that Trump Orchestrated Capitol Attack appeared first on The Conservative Brief.

In a post shared on X (Twitter)‚ user “dj dantẻ” stated‚ “Some kid stole a plant from my parent’s house but felt bad so they came back and left this cute note with $5”. The post was shared on October 5‚ 2021‚ but it is gaining momentum after being shared by Upworthy on TikTok. The handwritten note was apologetic and explained the circumstances behind the theft. Some kid stole a plant from my parent’s house but felt bad so they came back and left this cute little note with $5 pic.twitter.com/u3nGUgfTLM— dj danté (@narttnecniv) October 6‚ 2021 The letter‚ addressed “Dear family‚” begins with an apology. The note continues to explain that he wasn’t “thinking how bad that was” when he took the plant. The words are earnest and heartfelt. The kid offers to pay them back for the plant and included a five dollar bill in the note. If you’re wondering why the kid didn’t return the plant‚ that was also explained in the note. The kid stole the plant to feed it to his pet tortoise. But‚ as luck would have it‚ the tortoise wanted no part of the “forbidden” plant and wouldn’t eat it. You can read the entire note below. Image from X (Twitter). The writer of the note wanted to know what type of plant it was. And here is where things get a little funny. In a comment under the post‚ dj dantẻ added‚ “My mom doesn’t even know which plant they took lmaoo. I should drop off some food for their tortoise for being so honest”. Some might consider this episode a parenting failure‚ but it isn’t. Even if the young thief wrote the letter under duress‚ he stated his purpose honestly. He admitted that stealing was bad and offered to make amends. The young writer seems to have learned his lesson. He even owned up to not having the guts to deliver the apology in person. As a parent‚ I would call that a win. So‚ kudos to this kid’s parents for using this as a teaching moment. If you enjoyed this‚ please share it with others. It truly does take a village to raise our children well. You can find the source of this story’s featured image here and here. The post Kid Leaves Hilarious Note After Stealing Plant From Family’s Home appeared first on InspireMore.

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Around 2010‚ it seemed like the only thing being discussed in the prepping community was the risk of an EMP. Compared to zombies‚ gamma-ray bursts‚ a 2nd Civil War‚ and all the other mega-doomsday disasters‚ a powerful EMP created by nuclear weapons or solar activity seemed far and away the most likely thing that could happen. sun close-up showing solar flares And people were right to be worried! However‚ with time dragging on and nothing of the kind having occurred‚ some folks are claiming that the threat of an EMP was‚ or is‚ actually overexaggerated. But is it really? No‚ I don’t think the threat of a major EMP is overexaggerated. Considering the two most likely causes‚ nuclear weapons are hardly rare‚ and solar activity is constant and unpredictable. Such an event would be nothing short of a catastrophe. The trick with so-called doomsday events is that they are incredibly serious but mercifully very unlikely to occur. That being said‚ there are numerous ways that a powerful EMP‚ one bad enough to completely capsize our electrical grid‚ might happen and there is really nothing we can do about several of them. Accordingly‚ the threat of them will be present from here on out‚ and I personally believe it’s only a matter of time until one does occur. Keep reading and I’ll tell you more… How Common are EMPs? If you want to get down to brass tacks‚ EMPs are actually shockingly common. They can be caused by high-power transmission lines‚ lightning strikes‚ and everyday natural solar phenomena in the form of coronal mass ejections or solar storms. If you look at it that way‚ they really do happen all the time‚ and we even have a precedent for a wide area‚ damaging and persistent EMP in the form of the 1859 Carrington Event. But to be a little more realistic‚ massively destructive EMPs very rarely happen‚ and practically speaking have not happened in the current era. This does not mean that they won’t‚ though. We are Only Really Worried About Major EMPs Talk to anyone who has ever had a lightning strike anywhere near their car‚ and they will probably tell you that the threat posed by EMPs is indeed quite real! Lightning strikes are powerful enough to generate a pretty substantial EMP that can fry all of the electronics in a car‚ even if not directly struck. That’s terrible if it happens to you‚ but hardly anything of note when it comes to prepping. After all‚ we aren’t worried about incidental damage that is only an insurance claim at the end of the day‚ however scary and inconvenient it might be. The kinds of EMP events that preppers are talking about‚ and that some preppers are now calling overexaggerated‚ are those that can affect a very wide area‚ meaning regionally‚ nationally‚ potentially even globally. The kind that can completely disable or totally destroy electrical grids and anything reliant on electronic components. The Big Three EMP Threats The three major EMP threats‚ of the magnitude we have good cause to be very afraid of‚ are nuclear EMPs‚ caused by the detonation of a nuclear warhead‚ non-nuclear EMPs‚ a type of weapon system which generates a massively potent pulse‚ and natural EMPs‚ the aforementioned solar storms and coronal mass ejections. Nuclear EMP: Likelihood Low‚ Severity High If we think this through rationally‚ we know that there’s sadly no shortage of nukes in the world. The detonation of a nuclear bomb at ground level will be bad enough‚ but will also produce a powerful EMP that can knock out electrical systems far beyond the actual blast and flash radius of the bomb itself. Arguably a worse outcome is a high-altitude nuclear detonation‚ which will intensify the electromagnetic pulse due to its interaction with the Earth’s ionosphere. Any place with line-of-sight to such a detonation could potentially be affected‚ meaning entire swaths of the United States might be in danger! Non-Nuclear EMP: Likelihood Moderate‚ Severity High to Very High EMP generator weapons leave out the Earth-cracking kaboom of a nuclear warhead but still emit a powerful‚ even continuous‚ wave of electromagnetic energy that can overload grids‚ start fires‚ and completely fry unprotected electronics. To our knowledge‚ these systems have not been deployed in open warfare‚ at least not publicly‚ but we know they exist and are certain to be a tool in the arsenals of major powers and‚ potentially‚ minor ones. Natural EMP: Likelihood High‚ Severity Moderate And lastly‚ we must consider the known and previously experienced effects of solar activity. Let’s get real‚ there’s not one thing we can do about the sun‚ and though coronal mass ejections of substantial power rarely strike the earth‚ they do happen often enough to have occurred within recent history. Electricity and communications systems were in their relative infancy all the way back when the Carrington Event happened; I shudder to think what might occur if a similar instance‚ or something even more powerful‚ were to occur today. Mercifully‚ humanity has kept the nuclear genie in the bottle since the bombing of Hiroshima and Nagasaki‚ outside of testing of course‚ but between increasing global tensions and the fact we can’t do anything about solar activity‚ it seems it’s only a matter of time until we are on the receiving end of an extremely powerful EMP. An EMP Attack is Likely an Attractive Option to Hostile Powers Something else that preppers should keep in mind is that a deliberate EMP attack‚ being either the less-spectacular detonation of a nuclear weapon at high altitude or the deployment of a specialized EMP generator weapon‚ might be an attractive means of asymmetric attack or defense for a hostile power. It’s obvious‚ of course‚ but if you nuke someone you’re going to get nuked back in this day and age‚ and nobody wants or can afford that. But is there a precedent for using an EMP strategically in such a way? If it doesn’t directly cause death‚ so might that forestall deadly retaliation of some kind? These questions will get answered at some point‚ but it’s highly likely that any opponent who has access to them and is getting involved in a proper‚ large-scale war will look to deploy an EMP one way or another in order to degrade the ability of the US to wage war or just to cause total havoc here on the homefront. The Aftermath of an EMP Could Be Apocalyptic I must also remind readers that the consequences of a powerful EMP will likely be absolutely cataclysmic considering how badly maintained and degraded America’s electrical grid is. For decades now‚ human error‚ serious wind events‚ and localized storms have caused massive‚ regional blackouts that have lasted for days or weeks. If an EMP affects multiple regional grids simultaneously‚ you can expect cascading failures‚ widespread fires‚ gravely disrupted or even halted commerce‚ and total societal chaos. And this isn’t theory‚ or some sci-fi story: we know that will happen. Accordingly‚ when the severity of the event is so high‚ the threat must be taken seriously. The post Is the Threat of an EMP Overexaggerated? appeared first on Survival Sullivan.

After a while‚ even the best food storage stockpile will start tasting bland. That’s why you need condiments and seasoning- spice is‚ well… the spice of life! Out in the field with MREs‚ I quickly learned the importance of a condiments stockpile (with my MRE go-to being Tabasco sauce) in making regular food routines much more palatable. Some condiments are easy to make yourself with basic ingredients and others are very complex. Most have pretty good shelf lives to start‚ but even then they can be extended. The way you store and use your condiments can also affect how long they’ll last you. Contents (Jump to a Section) Why You Need Condiments and Seasoning Condiment Stockpile List Seasoning Stockpile List How to Store Condiments and Seasoning Condiment Shelf Life Seasoning Shelf Life Why You Need Condiments and Seasoning Regardless of your food variety‚ long-term food storage options can get bland over time. Spices‚ seasoning‚ and condiments will help you add variety and improve morale. Here are a few more reasons: Convenience – never worry about running out of condiments again! If you rotate through your storage‚ you’ll avoid hitting any expiration dates and always have your favorites in stock at home. Cost-Savings – bulk buying condiments can offer significant cost savings. These savings can be over 75%‚ usually more than making up for any dedicated racks or storage shelves you may need to store them. Expanding Horizons – with plenty of condiments on hand‚ you have plenty of ways to explore different tastes. Cultures all over the world use unique blends of spices and seasoning‚ so you may be able to find something you really enjoy by trying new combinations from your condiment storage. Most people have condiments on hand‚ so why not get all of these benefits just with a little pre-planning and storage space? Condiments Stockpile List Here is my running list of condiments I stockpile. Feel free to chime in with your own suggestions in the comments section‚ and if it makes sense I’ll add it up here to the main list: Tobasco Sauce (or other hot sauce) – this is a lifesaver that used to be included in MREs. Ketchup – the kids wouldn’t make it a week without ketchup Mustard – low calorie and strong taste Salsa – become salsa self-sufficient with a small garden Relish Mayonnaise – this one needs to be rotated through frequently due to the egg content. Barbeque Sauce Soy Sauce Worcestershire Teriyaki Sauce Vinegar Vegetable Oil Jelly – a go-to condiment for canning has a great shelf life Honey – when stored properly‚ honey can have an indefinite shelf-life and sweeten any meal! Seasoning Stockpile List Seasoning and spices are arguably more versatile than condiments. Many condiments are made up of just a few seasonings anyways. Here are the seasonings suggested for stockpiling: Salt – never underestimate how much salt you need. Sugar Garlic Powder Onion Powder Pepper Sugar Substitute Cocoa Powder Cinnamon Soup Packets Seasoning Packets Liquid Smoke Vanilla Extract Curry Paste Boullion Powder Bay Leaves Oregano Basil Chili Powder Cayenne Powder Red Pepper Flakes How to Store Condiments and Seasoning Storing condiments is just as easy as storing other foods‚ plus you have many of the same options. Here are some good general rules for storing them for longer shelf lives: Store in airtight containers: Air and moisture can cause condiments and seasonings to deteriorate‚ lose flavor‚ and spoil. Use airtight containers‚ such as glass jars with tight-fitting lids‚ to keep them fresh for longer. Keep in a cool‚ dry place: Heat‚ light‚ and humidity can also affect the quality of condiments and seasonings. Store them in a cool‚ dry place‚ such as a pantry or cupboard‚ away from direct sunlight and heat sources. Label containers: Make sure to label the containers with the name of the condiment or seasoning‚ as well as the date you stored it. This will help you keep track of how long it has been stored and when it expires. Avoid contamination: Avoid contaminating the condiments and seasonings by using clean utensils and keeping them away from raw meats or other foods that may carry bacteria. Consider refrigeration: Some condiments and seasonings‚ such as ketchup‚ mayonnaise‚ and hot sauce‚ may benefit from refrigeration to prolong their shelf life. Check the label for storage instructions and follow them accordingly. Additionally‚ it is possible to can‚ dehydrate‚ and freeze-dry certain condiments. Using oxygen absorbers with airtight containers or mylar bags can help‚ especially with seasoning spices. Here are our guides and reviews that address all of these methods: The Best Dehydrator for Prepping and Food Storage The Best Freeze Dryer for Drying Food at Home The Best Oxygen Absorbers for Food Storage The 10 Best Long-Term Food Storage Containers The Best Mylar Bags for Food Storage Keeping track of the expiration dates is usually a good idea‚ even if you don’t get around to labeling. Spreadsheets or other inventory methods are used often in the community and could help you out as well. Condiment Shelf Life Condiments last a while both on the shelf and in the fridge‚ but many have an expiration date. Those that are high in sugar‚ salt‚ and/or vinegar tend to have long shelf lives. Tomato bases (like salsa) and mayonnaise do not last as long. Specific shelf life is dependent on the condiment. Dehydrating works well to extend the shelf-life of some of my favorite condiments‚ check out dehydrating hot sauce in action: Seasoning Shelf Life When you store seasoning properly‚ you can really extend the printed shelf life. As we mentioned above‚ cool and dark pantries are the best option but how you package them in that environment can also help. Using the mylar bag and oxygen absorber combo works great with powdered seasoning and can extend shelf life drastically (and improve taste). The Final Word Condiments aren’t a necessity‚ but it sure does get bland without them. Stockpile your favorite staples while you have them in mind and both you and your taste buds will be thanking you later. Let us know in the comments below if you stockpile any that we left out. Here are some other popular guides our subscribers have found helpful: The Best Emergency Food Supplier The Best MRE: Taste‚ Portability‚ and Calories Survival Food List | Pantry Stockpile Plan and Checklist Keep exploring‚ stay prepared‚ and be safe. You’ve Been Missing Out Join the 2+ million preppers that rely on our prepping advice by subscribing to TruePrepper. Practical guides and tips Useful survival giveaways Free‚ forever <; 0.4% of people unsubscribe Thanks for subscribing‚ reading‚ and welcome to the club.             The post Condiments and Seasoning to Stockpile appeared first on TruePrepper.