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Why Our Administration Ceased Gain-of-Function Research: A Comprehensive Overview

The decision to cease Gain-of-Function (GoF) research in the United States was not abrupt, nor was it purely political—it was the result of a long and troubling accumulation of scientific, ethical, and procedural concerns. The tipping point came in the aftermath of the COVID-19 pandemic, with mounting evidence suggesting the need for caution, accountability, and re-evaluation of high-risk biological experimentation. Two crucial sources—an unilaterally attended Congressional hearing in September 2022 and a long-classified MK-ULTRA document released in December 2024—reveal the context and catalysts that led to the policy shift. What is Gain-of-Function Research? Gain-of-Function research involves manipulating pathogens to enhance their properties, such as transmissibility, virulence, or host range. Though potentially useful for understanding disease progression and preparing vaccines, such work also carries grave biosafety risks, particularly when…
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Navigating the Mental Health System: An Interview with Jason Page on Chicago Writes

In a compelling episode of Chicago Writes, a program hosted by the Chicago Writers Association, W.C. Turck sat down with Jason Page, the author of the Mental Hospital Survival Guide: How to Protect Yourself and Others from Abuse, now in its fourth edition. Page, a diagnosed paranoid schizophrenic, has transformed his personal experiences into a vital resource for those navigating the often daunting landscape of mental health hospitalization. This interview delves into the nuances of his guide, the systemic challenges within mental health institutions, and the critical importance of self-advocacy and empathy in mental health care. A Guide Written in the Language of the Schizophrenic Page’s Mental Hospital Survival Guide is not a typical self-help book. As Turck notes, it is written in the “language of the schizophrenic,”…
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Rebuttal for Freedom of Choice Against HR 867

HR 867, as characterized by its critics, represents a profound overreach of government authority, undermining the fundamental principle of individual autonomy. Freedom of choice is the bedrock of a free society, allowing individuals to make decisions aligned with their values, beliefs, and interests. This bill, by compelling citizens to purchase products or support entities against their will, erodes personal liberty and sets a dangerous precedent for state control over individual agency. The essence of freedom is the right to say “no” — to opt out of systems, products, or affiliations that conflict with one’s principles. Forcing individuals to financially or otherwise support specific nations or industries, as HR 867 purportedly does, strips away this right, reducing citizens to mere instruments of state policy. Such coercion mirrors the dynamics…
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Reimagining Farm-to-School: Aligning Local Food Systems with Make America Healthy Again

The recent decision by the Trump administration to defund the USDA’s Patrick Leahy Farm to School program, alongside cuts to other local food initiatives, has sparked debate about its alignment with the “Make America Healthy Again” (MAHA) initiative. Critics argue that dismantling these programs, which connect schools with fresh, local produce, undermines efforts to improve child nutrition and community resilience. However, a closer look reveals that the defunding stems from a shift in priorities—fiscal restraint, skepticism of ideologically driven programs, and a focus on broader agricultural goals. While the Farm to School program has merits, it faces challenges like scalability and administrative complexity. This article explores why the program was defunded, its potential weaknesses, and long-term prospects to ensure healthy food access in schools while aligning with MAHA’s…
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The CDC FOIA Office Closure: Legal Concerns and Prospects for FOIA Requests

Introduction In April 2025, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) shuttered its entire Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) office as part of a broader Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) reorganization under Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. This unprecedented move, affecting approximately 22 staffers, has halted the CDC’s ability to process FOIA requests, leaving requesters with automated replies stating that the office is on administrative leave and unable to respond. This article explores the legality of the closure, its implications for transparency, and the prospects for FOIA requests moving forward, drawing on recent developments and expert analyses. Background: The HHS Reorganization and FOIA Office Layoffs On April 1, 2025, HHS initiated a mass reduction-in-force, cutting 10,000 employees across its agencies, including the CDC, Food and…
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The Chicken Cull Controversy: How Misguided Policies and Public Fear Drove Egg Prices Skyward—and How the Current Administration Fixed It

The Avian Flu Panic and the Slaughter of Millions Since the highly pathogenic avian influenza (HPAI) outbreak began in February 2022, the U.S. poultry industry has been gripped by a crisis that sent egg prices soaring to unprecedented levels. Over 166 million birds, predominantly egg-laying hens, were culled in an effort to curb the spread of the virus. This mass slaughter was driven by a longstanding USDA policy of “stamping out,” which mandates the depopulation of entire flocks if even a single bird tests positive for HPAI. The policy, in place across multiple administrations, was rooted in fears that the virus could devastate the poultry industry and, in rare cases, pose a public health risk. However, the testing methods used to detect HPAI have faced scrutiny for their…
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Uncovering the Shadows: New Revelations on U.S. Covert Involvement in COVID-19 Origins

Introduction The origins of the COVID-19 pandemic have been shrouded in controversy, with competing narratives fueling global distrust. Recent revelations, coupled with long-standing accusations from China and Russia, have intensified scrutiny on the United States’ potential role in the virus’s creation. China has openly blamed the U.S., pointing to ignored appeals by Russia to the United Nations for investigations into alleged U.S. biological malfeasance. These claims, bolstered by declassified documents and whistleblower testimonies, suggest a complex web of covert operations involving U.S. agencies like the CIA and USAID, potentially in collusion with global entities like the World Economic Forum (WEF). This article explores these allegations, supported by emerging evidence, and speculates on the motives behind such actions, including the possibility of a regime-change operation targeting the Trump administration…
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Exposing Systemic Corruption: A Plan to Dismantle Child Trafficking and Blackmail Networks

Introduction The scourge of child trafficking and systemic corruption, as highlighted by Whitney Webb’s One Nation Under Blackmail, reveals a chilling reality: powerful individuals are allegedly groomed into compromising acts—often involving minors—to enable blackmail and control their decisions. This article proposes a bold solution to dismantle these networks, focusing on the Trump administration’s current efforts to combat child trafficking and a visionary plan to expose the puppet masters behind global corruption. By bringing evidence before the public and legal tribunals, detaining key operatives and securing their testimonies under oath, this strategy aims to unmask handlers, disrupt blackmail schemes, and restore justice, independence and peace. The Problem: Child Trafficking and Elite Blackmail Child trafficking networks, such as the decentralized 764 group, exploit vulnerable minors through online grooming and sextortion,…
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Mobygratis: A Creative Model for Music Licensing

In an era where access to high-quality music can make or break a creative project, Moby’s mobygratis platform stands out as a revolutionary approach to music licensing. Launched in 2005 and relaunched in 2025 with expanded functionality, mobygratis offers over 500 instrumental tracks, including 300 previously unreleased pieces, to creators such as filmmakers, musicians, students, and choreographers. This initiative, driven by musician and activist Moby in collaboration with Little Walnut Productions, is designed to empower budget-conscious creators while introducing an innovative model for music marketing and monetization. By providing free access to music for non-commercial projects and requiring commercial licenses only when certain profitability thresholds are met, mobygratis strikes a balance between creative freedom and fair compensation. Additionally, the platform enforces two ethical restrictions: the music cannot be…
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China’s Hypothetical Hydrogen Bomb Without Fallout: Biblical End Times, Vril and the Ethiopian Bible

Introduction Speculation about advanced weaponry often intersects with ancient narratives, especially when considering apocalyptic scenarios. This article explores a hypothetical scenario where China develops a hydrogen bomb that eliminates nuclear fallout, potentially aligning with prophecies of a fiery end times and a New Earth as described in the Ethiopian Bible, particularly the Book of Enoch. We weave in the concept of Vril, a mythical energy from ancient folklore, possibly linked to inner Earth inhabitants, and connect it to the biblical Eve story and the fallen angels in Enochic literature. The Vril’s alleged agenda—to manipulate humans into self-destruction—gains new relevance with a fallout-free weapon, as it avoids rendering Earth uninhabitable, unlike traditional nuclear technology. China’s Hypothetical Fallout-Free Hydrogen Bomb Imagine a breakthrough in nuclear technology: a hydrogen bomb that…