Barack Obama hit the campaign trail, screaming at everybody, spilling acrimonious invective against Donald Trump. Unsurprisingly, he’s not talking about Harris’s record. He said some things at the Pennsylvania rally that sounded more like Kamalaisms. Obama doesn’t think Donald Trump ever changed a diaper and then agreed with someone in the audience who said, “his […] The post Obama Sneers: Don’t Vote for DJT, He Didn’t Change Diapers appeared first on www.independentsentinel.com.

A new ad from the pro-women’s sports brand XX-XY Athletics went viral after it called out the athletic brand Nike for being silent about supporting female-only women’s sports amid the transgender insanity. “Chills! Powerful ad by @xx_xyathletics in honor of Real Women’s Day tomorrow [Oct. 10],” former collegiate swimmer and outspoken women’s sports advocate Riley Gaines wrote in her post on X. “It’s not hard to stand up for women and girls, so why won’t @Nike just do it?” she added. Gaines — who is also brand ambassador for the company — made the post on Wednesday, and by Thursday, it had garnered 1.8 million views. Chills! Powerful ad by @xx_xyathletics in honor of Real Womens Day tomorrow. ??? It’s not hard to stand up for women and girls, so why won’t @Nike just do it?pic.twitter.com/A1OJZljEzr — Riley Gaines (@Riley_Gaines_) October 9, 2024 The ad, titled “Dear Nike,” features nearly a dozen girls of all different ages asking Nike simply, “Why won’t you stand up for me?” “Why do you claim to support women and girls, yet when we need you most, you remain silent?” a group of the young girls say in the clip. “Today, males are claiming our identity, our sports, our spaces.” “Men and boys are stealing opportunities, medals, trophies, and our future,” a few more girls add. “And it is not fair or just. In fact, it’s awfully dangerous, yet you refuse to use your platform to stand up. You say you’re for social justice and progress, so why do you allow men’s rights to come before ours?” “See, with a big platform comes an even bigger responsibility,” the girls in the ad continue. “You have a chance to do the right thing, not just do the easy thing. So we’re asking you, Nike, as the biggest voice in all of sports, will you stand up for me? Will you just do it?” A hashtag at the end of the ad reads, “#SaveWomensSports.” Podcast host and journalist Megyn Kelly reacted to the ad, writing on X, “Woah. Chills. Will you, @Nike?” Former ESPN anchor Sage Steele also saw the ad and wrote, “Wow.  LOVE this new ad called ‘Dear Nike’ by @xx_xyathletis. Tomorrow is #XXDay so please join us in asking @Nike to do the right thing by standing up for girls & women by keeping boys & men OUT of our sports.” She also credited the company’s founder, former top Levi executive Jennifer Sey, with doing a great job with the ad. Sey — who was ousted as brand president at Levi Strauss & Co. after more than 20 years with the company when she spoke out against COVID policy issues — shared the ad and wrote, “Hey @Nike will you actually do the right thing?” Related: Fourth University Women’s Team Refuses To Play Against Trans-Identifying Male

Vice President Kamala Harris‘ fundraising for her presidential campaign has exploded in three months since she entered the race in July after the Democrat Party forced President Joe Biden to drop out. Harris has raised more than $1 billion — which includes the campaign and a campaign-affiliated joint fundraising committee — since she entered the race. The eye-popping sum of cash does not include large sums of money that have been donated to Harris-allied super PACs. While other presidential campaigns have raised over a billion dollars in the past, no candidate has received that amount of money in such a short span of time. “It’s clear that Harris has done something absolutely unprecedented,” said Sarah Bryner, research director at OpenSecrets. Harris reportedly hit the $1 billion mark in 80 days. CNN reported that for the period starting at the beginning of July and ending at the end of September, former President Donald Trump has raised $430 million in a joint effort with the Republican National Committee. Trump has raised more than $850 million for the entire 2024 calendar year. Trump’s numbers also do not include totals from large super PACs that are backing his campaign. The former president was already leading President Joe Biden heading into their debate back in late June. After the debate, in which Biden showed clear signs of serious cognitive decline, poll numbers worsened for Biden to the point where even the Democrats’ allies in the media were conceding that he was going to be blown out by Trump come November. However, after pressuring Biden out of the race and installing Harris, who has never received a single vote in a presidential primary, as the party’s nominee, things began to shift. The race has gone from being a blow-out — one in which Arizona, Pennsylvania, Georgia, and North Carolina were no longer being considered swing states — to tight, with margins coming down to low single digits across more than a half dozen states. The New York Times reported that the dramatic infusion of cash that the Harris campaign has received has “remade the race” as it pours hundreds of millions of dollars into the critical swing states that will determine the winner of the election. The report noted that Republicans are pouring in large sums as well, including over $100 million in the closing weeks of the campaign.

A pair of new campaign ads accuse Wisconsin Senator Tammy Baldwin (D) of being “in bed with Wall Street” as she faces conflict of interest allegations over her relationship with New York wealth management advisor Maria Brisbane. The ads from Republican Senate hopeful Eric Hovde feature several voters accusing Baldwin and Brisbane of living extravagantly while people in Wisconsin suffer from high inflation and illegal immigration. Brisbane, a private wealth advisor for the Brisbane Group, works with “Ultra High Net Worth” clients worth at least $20 million and has dated Baldwin since 2018. While Baldwin and Brisbane own a $1.3 million Washington, D.C., penthouse condo, the two-term senator has never disclosed Brisbane’s assets in her financial disclosures because the two are not married. This was a departure from her previous practice where she had disclosed the assets of her romantic partner while in office.  “I’m sick and tired of getting ripped off by career politicians. And Tammy Baldwin: she’s one of the worst. Baldwin’s in bed with Wall Street,” Amy, from Hartland, says in the new ad. “While she sleeps in her girlfriend’s million dollar condo in New York City, Wisconsin families are getting hammered by high inflation and handouts for illegal immigrants. Tammy and her girlfriend are living large while Wisconsin families foot the bill.” GOP ads running in Wisconsin say longtime Dem Senator is literally “in bed with Wall Street” “While she sleeps in her girlfriend’s million dollar condo in New York City, Wisconsin families are getting hammered by high inflation” pic.twitter.com/Ypz7uwmJ3Q — Daily Wire (@realDailyWire) October 11, 2024 In a second ad, Mark of Waukesha calls Baldwin “a fraud.” “I work hard and do things the right way. Tammy Baldwin doesn’t. She pretends she’s standing up for the working people, but the truth is she’s cozying up to Wall Street,” he says. “Baldwin’s girlfriend is a Wall Street executive who helps the rich avoid paying taxes and benefited from the massive bailouts Tammy voted for. Tammy and her girlfriend get richer while we struggle.” The ads come as Hovde and watchdog groups have raised concerns about the pair’s ties to the biotechnology industry. As the New York Post previously reported, Baldwin has actively pushed for tens of millions of dollars in funding for the “biohealth economy.” During her time in the Senate, Baldwin also has overseen NIH funding from the Senate, which distributes millions in funding to biotech companies. Critics say this sets up potential conflicts of interest because Brisbane’s professional work has included managing a biotechnology mutual fund and pushing for investments in small biotech companies in her role as a wealth management advisor. In a second ad currently on the airwaves, a voter complains: “Tammy and her girlfriend get richer while we struggle” pic.twitter.com/pTHFLkXCJy — Daily Wire (@realDailyWire) October 11, 2024 Baldwin, who has frequently attacked Hovde over his wealth, previously introduced a measure in 2015 intended to close the “revolving door” between Washington, D.C., and Wall Street. The Wisconsin Democrat, who has denied all allegations of conflicts of interest, did not immediately respond to requests for comment from The Daily Wire. The race between Baldwin and Hovde has narrowed in recent weeks, with the race being shifted to a “toss up” by the Cook Political Report with internal Democratic polling showing Baldwin with just a 49%-47% lead.

Woke activist author Ta-Nehisi Coates faced significant backlash late this week for suggesting during a podcast that he might not have been able to stop himself from participating in the mass slaughter of Jews on October 7. The pseudo-intellectual made the remarks during an interview with far-left entertainer Trevor Noah, who compared during the same interview Islamic terrorists to America’s Founding Fathers. During the podcast, in which Coates made numerous false claims, he said that he thinks “a lot” about whether he would be “strong enough” to resist the urge to participate in the October 7 massacre, in which 1,200 people were brutally murdered, if he had been born in Gaza. “Am I also strong enough or even constructed in such a way where I say this is too far?” he asked. “I don’t know that I am.” Thousands of people expressed shock at Coates’ extremist remarks as clips of the remarks were viewed tens of millions of times across social media. Ta-Nehisi Coates suggests he’s not above taking part in an October 7-style attack: “And I grow up under that oppression and that poverty and the wall comes down. Am I also strong enough or even constructed in such a way where I say this is too far, I don’t know that I am.” pic.twitter.com/KTXALjCyM2 — Nicholas Fondacaro (@NickFondacaro) October 10, 2024 “Ta-Nehisi Coates is not above raping young women at a music festival in the name of ‘resistance,'” said Columbia professor Shai Davidai. “That’s the headline. Everything else is commentary.” National security expert David Reaboi posted on X: “Lotta people are misunderstanding this, because they can’t imagine how someone like Coates thinks. Hamas’ grotesque slaughter on October 7th is THE REASON why he supports the Palestinians. They are doing to Jews what he wants to do to Whites.” Writer Dan McLaughlin posted on X: “If Coates was a German in 1943, would he have been an extermination camp guard? There’s not the slightest indication anywhere in his career that he wouldn’t.” Professor Gad Saad wrote: “What a morally bankrupt individual. Never mind the false examples. Israel operated on the brain of one of Hamas’ leaders and saved his life (he had a tumour). He thanked them by organizing October 7th.” “I don’t think he understands what launching a race war on the majority population would mean,” said attorney Kurt Schlichter. “It’s quite literally insane. This is a bad person and he should be scorned by all decent folks.” Writer Noah Pollak posted on X: “The worst part of this clip isn’t him saying he’d participate in the mass-murder of Israeli women and children; it’s his blatant lies about Israel that he uses to justify why he’d become a terrorist.” Coates has been at the center of a scandal at CBS News, after employees objected to anchor Tony Dokoupil’s questioning of Coates about his stance on Israel. At one point, Dokoupil told Coates: “I have to say, when I read the book, I imagine if I took your name out of it, took away the awards, the acclaim, took the cover off the book, publishing house goes away, the content of that section would not be out of place in the backpack of an extremist.” Now, amid the network’s denigration of Dokoupil, Coates has admitted he may have gone along with the extremists who slaughtered Israelis on October 7, 2023.

New York City’s ongoing migrant crisis has hit taxpayers hard, with Mayor Eric Adams' administration set to spend over $2.3 billion on hotel accommodations for migrants through 2025. This staggering amount comes as the city's Department of Homeless Services (DHS) seeks contracts for an additional 14,000 hotel rooms to provide temporary shelter. Since 2021, the city has been grappling with the influx of migrants, and critics argue that the current approach is unsustainable. The total cost for housing migrants is projected to reach $5.76 billion over three years, much of which will be spent on hotel stays. Approximately 150 hotels are already housing migrants, and with nightly room rates averaging $352, the financial burden on the city continues to grow. Hotels are receiving about $130 per room directly, which has been a lifeline for properties with low occupancy rates, particularly in the outer boroughs​. The Roosevelt Hotel NYC. Migrants continue to arrive at the intake center in NYC. And why not? NYC is offering free hotel rooms , food , health insurance, and credit cards. We are about three years into this criss . Do you think if I went to Mexico or Venezuelan, I would… pic.twitter.com/KSsfq7jTd0 — Viral News NYC (@ViralNewsNYC) October 10, 2024 However, critics say this solution is not only costly but also mismanages the city’s resources. Nicole Gelinas, a senior fellow at the Manhattan Institute, voiced concerns over the long-term sustainability of this approach. She emphasized that “the taxpayers can’t pay for this indefinitely” and called for Governor Kathy Hochul to take charge of the situation. Gelinas also highlighted the negative impact on the tourism industry, particularly in high-demand areas like Midtown and downtown Manhattan, where many hotels have been converted into shelters. She argued that hotels should no longer be used as long-term housing for migrants, especially in prime tourist spots​. NYC seeking 14,000 hotel rooms to shelter migrants through 2025 — as housing costs set to surpass $2.3B https://t.co/fVd080HHsi pic.twitter.com/SLlw20M39Y — New York Post (@nypost) October 10, 2024 Mayor Adams, who has been under increasing political pressure, faces growing discontent over his administration's handling of the crisis. While he continues to push for solutions to accommodate the surge of migrants, critics say the city’s financial strain is becoming unbearable. The migrant crisis has also brought calls for federal intervention, as Adams has repeatedly asked for more aid from the federal government, citing that the city alone cannot bear the burden. Meanwhile, some hotel owners have benefited from the influx of city contracts, creating a steady revenue stream at a time when tourism remains inconsistent. Vijay Dandapani, president of the New York City Hotel Association, confirmed that the organization has three existing contracts with the city and is prepared to expand its involvement through 2025. Despite the pushback, the city remains committed to providing shelter for migrants as the humanitarian crisis persists. Adams has warned that the total cost of the migrant crisis could balloon to $12 billion by the summer of 2025 if the city continues receiving new arrivals at the current pace. This figure would include other services provided to migrants, such as medical care, food, and legal aid​. Many city officials agree that, without significant changes in how the crisis is managed, New Yorkers will continue to feel the financial pinch. As the situation unfolds, both Adams and critics agree that a long-term solution is needed. Whether it's building permanent housing or receiving federal aid, the city will need to find a way to manage this crisis without further draining public resources. With contracts set to extend well into 2025, the debate over how to handle the migrant crisis is likely to intensify in the coming months. The post NYC to Spend $2.3 Billion on Hotel Rooms for Migrants Through 2025 appeared first on The Conservative Brief.

Nature is incredible, and it can also be scary. As we have learned in the last few weeks, severe weather can change our lives in the blink of an eye. It’s important that we take as many precautions as we can during a storm. But sometimes, there is nothing we can do. Thankfully, there are dedicated and talented first responders who can save us when we need them. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Fox News (@foxnews) Video Shows An Incredible Coast Guard Rescue After Hurricane Milton Fox News shared the footage on Instagram of a boat captain who Hurricane Milton took for a ride. The caption reads: “Dramatic video captures the moment the Coast Guard saves a boat captain holding on for dear life to a cooler after he was knocked off his fishing vessel and swept into the waters by Hurricane Milton.” The man was stranded in the ocean, floating on top of a cooler, just hoping that someone would come along and help. The Coast Guard showed up with a helicopter and dropped a responder into the water, who brought him to safety. It is incredible to see the rescue and to think the man survived in the treacherous water alone. Plenty of people felt the man’s survival was great advertising. “Awesome job! And one hell of a Yeti commercial!” This person joked, “Bet he kept thinking, are they coming YETI? But till they do igloo -d to this.” The rescue must have made him feel so good. “Imagine the great relief this man’s soul experienced when he saw the guard coast coming.” This person praised the Coast Guard for its help. “The USCG produces the best of the best when conducting rescues. They are true heroes and should be recognized for it.” You can find the source of this story’s featured image here. The post Heroic Footage Captures Coast Guard Saving Man Who Fell Into The Ocean During Hurricane Milton appeared first on InspireMore.

A viral image shared on X, formerly Twitter, claims tolls are still in place on Florida’s Hurricane Milton evacuation route. why the fuck are tolls still in place on an evacuation route https://t.co/8bt9mf0t6T — multitude?container (@lllliatttt) October 8, 2024 Verdict: False The claim is false. In an Oct. 7 press release, Florida Republican Gov. Ron […]

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