by Lew Rockwell, Lew Rockwell: The election is upon us. We wonder whether we have to have war, tariffs, and deficit spending, regardless of whom we support. What are we to do? Faced with the intractable problems of misgovernment, we need to look deeper. Following the great Murray Rothbard, we should ask, do we need […]

by Ken Silva, Activist Post: (Headline USA) After arresting several lower-level players over the last year in organizations that scam U.S. senior citizens out of their gold, federal law enforcement nabbed bigger fish last month—charging two alleged mid-level “handlers” who worked in an organization responsible for stealing at least $8 million in gold bars. In […]

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The death of a squirrel has somehow intruded on the news cycle in the relentless last days of a presidential election. Last week, the New York state government seized P’Nut the pet squirrel and a pet raccoon named Fred from owners Mark and Daniela Longo in Pine City, New York, in what was reportedly a five-hour raid.  Shortly afterward, the two animals were euthanized. P’Nut apparently had been an internet sensation. The squirrel had been rescued seven years earlier after its mother was killed by a car and was quite tame. P’Nut’s owners put videos of him performing tricks online, and he appeared to be quite far from being a public menace. Frankly, I walk past more public health and safety menaces (that the government does nothing about) every time I walk outside my home in New York City. So why did the state government have to use valuable resources on this case? The New York State Department of Environmental Conservation and the Chemung County Department of Health released a joint statement on the P’Nut incident, which they said took place only after reports of wildlife being held at a residence: The Chemung County Department of Health and the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) are coordinating to ensure the protection of public health related to the illegal possession of wild animals that have the potential to carry the rabies virus.  On Oct. 30, DEC seized a raccoon and squirrel sharing a residence with humans, creating the potential for human exposure to rabies. In addition, a person involved with the investigation was bitten by the squirrel. To test for rabies, both animals were euthanized. So, the reason these animals had to be euthanized was that, during the raid, one of these Keystone Cops got bitten by the likely terrified squirrel? I can’t imagine how outraged I’d be. Let’s say the Longos really were doing something dangerous and illegal. Do they deserve to be treated this way by their government? “They made me sit outside for five hours,” Mark Longo said, according to The New York Times. “They wouldn’t even let me feed my horses.” Needless to say, the incident created a huge amount of public backlash. Here’s entrepreneur Elon Musk on X, which he owns: Government overreach kidnapped an orphan squirrel and executed him … https://t.co/YKoOCJWLMv— Elon Musk (@elonmusk) November 2, 2024 Even Donald Trump’s running mate, Sen. JD Vance of Ohio, opined on the incident at a campaign stop. Vance said the former president is outraged. “[Trump] was like, ‘You know, is it really the case that the Democrats murdered the Elon Musk of squirrels? Have you seen the videos of this squirrel? He’s, like, a genius. Or he was,” Vance said, according to the New York Post.   “The same government that doesn’t care about hundreds of thousands of illegal immigrant criminals coming into our country, doesn’t want us to have pets,” Vance said. “It’s the craziest thing.” This line from a Wall Street Journal editorial was spot-on about not only an apparently abusive action by the government but the typical pettiness of our out-of-control bureaucracies. “The P’Nut incident has exploded on social media as an example of abusive government, and it’s hard to conclude otherwise if Mr. Longo’s account is accurate,” The Wall Street Journal’s editorial board wrote. “The 34-year-old had better watch out now that he’s gone public, because there’s nobody more vengeful than a bureaucracy that’s been embarrassed when its bullying zealotry is exposed.” What kind of system do we have where the people have to be fearful of their government? At this point, I think most Americans have an experience or two where some government agency or another swooped into their lives like a great lummox and made a mess of things before ejecting from the situation without so much as an apology. Even the kids got a national lesson in how this works during the COVID-19 lockdowns. Government agencies from the federal government on down stepped intrusively into and convulsed our entire way of life—creating an economic crisis and generational learning loss—all in the name of public health. It turns out that an enormous number of the highly intrusive COVID-19 mandates weren’t based on science at all. They were based on the arbitrary whims of bureaucrats, to make people feel like the government was doing something. And after all that, the bureaucrats were allowed to move on with little accountability and certainly no apology to the American people. That’s why this P’Nut story resonated so much on social media.  Our elected officials defer to so-called bureaucratic “experts” who often run roughshod over liberty and make what often are egregiously wrong decisions against our interests. At times there are deadly consequences. This was the heart and soul of Fauci-ism. But it isn’t just a few big public health agencies that have this mindset.  No, it infects the culture and mentality of government agencies from the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation to the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency to the FBI. In the case of the Longos, the consequences may have been “low,” although the lives of their two beloved pets were mercilessly extinguished. But what about when it’s parents who won’t affirm their child’s gender transition and blue states such as New York and California sic their agencies on them? When Vice President Kamala Harris says on the presidential campaign trail that she would trust the so-called experts to make decisions, this is what I and many Americans think of. Our apparent new-age philosopher kings often have expertise in little more than navigating the byzantine bureaucracies that they perpetually swim in. And they now clearly are willing to use their power on behalf of increasingly radical ideology. They aren’t reasonable, they aren’t rational, and most importantly they aren’t accountable for their actions. In the end, this story isn’t really about a pet squirrel and a pet raccoon. It’s about how American citizens increasingly are being treated by authorities that hardly resemble the limited government of, by, and for the people, as laid down by our forefathers. The post Don’t Tread on P’Nut appeared first on The Daily Signal.

We review the Speed and Strength Moment of Truth Motorcycle Jacket and Gloves, which offer comfort, style, and protection. When it comes to motorcycle apparel, there’s definitely a moment of truth. For some riders that boils down to safety; for others comfort is the primary concern. When a jacket addresses both of those needs, the designers have done their job. Speed and Strength’s Moment of Truth motorcycle jacket and gloves live up to the name by offering riders comfortable and stylish apparel with standard safety features. I tested this gear over the course of several weeks in an array of riding conditions. The Moment of Truth Jacket has an AR600 textile and AR400 super stretch-fit frame that is breathable as well as form-fitting. The size Large fit my 200-lb, 6-foot-1 frame like a glove thanks to waist and sleeve adjusters. After dialing in the jacket, I found it well suited for a range of riding styles. I enjoyed outings on sportbikes, standards, and cruisers, and the gear adapted to each scenario and the ergonomics with ease. This three-season jacket caters to a broad temperature range. I’ve worn it in the heat of the summer as well as on cooler fall days and appreciated its versatility. Photo by Simon Cudby. Related: 2024 Honda CB650R and CBR650R with E-Clutch Review The jacket comes with removable CE Level 2 shoulder and elbow protectors and a removable CE Level 1 back protector. The armor doesn’t make those areas of the jacket feel cumbersome or rigid. The back of the jacket also includes two belt loops to connect the jacket to pants for better protection. And for visibility, the jacket comes with reflective trim in all three colorways: black, black and gray (shown), or black and red. A jacket’s storage is an important consideration. The standard outside pockets on the jacket can accommodate a large mobile phone without the zipper feeling tight. The jacket also comes with two inside pockets, one outfitted with a hook for a key ring and the second a cavernous option for an extra helmet faceshield. Read all of Rider’s apparel reviews here The Moment of Truth jacket is a sensible option for riders looking for a versatile piece of apparel. It comes in sizes S-3XL and retails for $199.95. Speed and Strength’s Moment of Truth Gloves are constructed from a combination of leather and vented textile fabric and incorporate thermoplastic knuckle protectors. For further safety, the palms are reinforced with leather and include a thermoplastic-rubber palm slider. The short neoprene cuff closes with a hook-and-loop strap on the inside of the wrist, but the textile fabric in the glove can get caught in that hook-and-loop strap, so opening and closing with the leather-covered fingers is advised. Those fingers are also touchscreen sensitive, so riders can use mobile devices while wearing the gloves. The Moment of Truth gloves are lightweight and, given their venting, are best suited for warm weather. They remain comfortable through extended rides. And like the Moment of Truth jacket, the gloves come in black, black and gray, or black and red. They are available in sizes S-2XL, with the XL fitting my 4-inch-wide hand in a snug but not tight manner. These gloves retail for $59.95. Shop for Speed and Strength Moment of Truth Motorcycle Jacket Shop for Speed and Strength Moment of Truth Motorcycle Gloves The post Speed and Strength Moment of Truth Motorcycle Jacket and Gloves Review appeared first on Rider Magazine.

A Tennessee man was arrested by federal agents and charged with “attempting to use a weapon of mass destruction and attempting to destroy an energy facility,” the Justice Department said. JUST IN – Man Arrested and Charged with Attempting to Use a Weapon of Mass Destruction and to Destroy an Energy Facility in Nashville: US Department of Justice — Insider Paper (@TheInsiderPaper) November 4, 2024 According to a Justice Department press release, Skyler Philippi, 24, of Columbia, Tennessee, told a confidential human source (CHS) about his desire to “commit a mass shooting at a YMCA facility located in or around Columbia, Tennessee.” “Philippi told another CHS about the impact of attacking large interstate substations and said that attacking several substations would ‘shock the system,’ causing other substations to malfunction,” the press release added. “Philippi researched previous attacks on electric substations and concluded that attacking with firearms would not be sufficient. Philippi, therefore, planned to use a drone with explosives attached to it and to fly the drone into the substation,” it continued. Man Arrested and Charged with Attempting to Use a Weapon of Mass Destruction and to Destroy an Energy Facility in Nashville : https://t.co/GqCGCmT4lt pic.twitter.com/MDvlgYsuIY — National Security Division, U.S. Dept of Justice (@DOJNatSec) November 4, 2024 Attorney General Merrick B. Garland said Philippi believed the attack would “further his violent white supremacist ideology.” “As charged, Skyler Philippi believed he was moments away from launching an attack on a Nashville energy facility to further his violent white supremacist ideology – but the FBI had already compromised his plot,” Garland said. “This case serves as yet another warning to those seeking to sow violence and chaos in the name of hatred by attacking our country’s critical infrastructure: the Justice Department will find you, we will disrupt your plot, and we will hold you accountable. I am grateful to the public servants of the FBI for their extraordinary work on this case and for the work they do every day to keep our country safe,” he added. “As charged, Skyler Philippi believed he was moments away from launching an attack on a Nashville energy facility to further his violent white supremacist ideology – but the FBI had already compromised his plot,” https://t.co/d8gRr1YcRw pic.twitter.com/dzanXQkCTP — Mendy Boyd (@mendyboyd) November 4, 2024 From the Justice Department: In September 2024, Philippi drove with undercover employees (UCEs) of the FBI to an electric substation previously researched and targeted by Philippi, and Philippi conducted reconnaissance of the substation. While driving, Philippi ordered a plastic explosive composition known as C-4 and other explosives from the UCEs. Philippi later purchased black powder to be used in pipe bombs, which Philippi intended to use during the attack on the substation. Philippi texted the CHS: “if you want to do the most damage as an accelerationist, attack high economic, high tax, political zones in every major metropolis.” Referring to the substation, Philippi stated, “Holy sh**. This will go up like a fu**in fourth of July firework.” Philippi talked about operational security, including the need for disguises, the use of leather gloves (because latex and nitrile gloves can transfer fingerprints), wearing shoes that are too big, the need to burn their clothes after the attack, and not bringing smartphones on the night of the attack. On Nov. 2, 2024, Philippi participated in a Nordic ritual, which included reciting a Nordic prayer and discussing the Norse god Odin. Philippi told the UCEs that “this is where the New Age begins” and that it was “time to do something big” that would be remembered “in the annals of history.” Philippi and the UCEs drove to the operation site. The UCEs moved to their assigned positions as lookouts for Philippi. Law-enforcement agents arrested Philippi. When he was taken into custody, Philippi was at the rear of the vehicle, with the drone powered up, and the explosive device was armed and located next to the drone. Philippi is charged with attempted use of a weapon of mass destruction and attempted destruction of an energy facility. If convicted, he faces a maximum penalty of life in prison. A federal district court judge will determine any sentence after considering the U.S. Sentencing Guidelines and other statutory factors. Skyler Philippi, 24, was arrested for trying to use a weapon of mass destruction against an energy facility, following an investigation by federal agents. He also discussed plans for a mass shooting at a YMCA in Columbia, as per the DOJ. https://t.co/VZ3aiRFqLp — Cam. (@_CameronLane) November 4, 2024 “Dangerous threats to our critical infrastructure threaten every member of this community and will not be tolerated,” said Acting U.S. Attorney Thomas J. Jaworski for the Middle District of Tennessee. “We will always work with our law enforcement partners to identify and stop any and all efforts to wreak this kind of havoc and will not hesitate in prosecuting those involved to the fullest extent of the law,” Jaworski added. Read the full press release HERE.