As she proved yet again in an interview broadcast Sunday on CBS' "60 Minutes," Vice President Kamala Harris has an unfortunate tendency to speak in word salads that leave the listener wondering whether she lacks intelligence, honesty or both. With that in mind, Republican Sen. J.D. Vance of Ohio --...

It's one thing to run a campaign based mostly on manufactured "vibes" when the general election is still months away. But when there's less than one month until election day? You're going to need something a bit more substantive than "feelings" -- and that's something Vice President Kamala Harris, the...

Harley has a government affairs manager and the MRF reached out to discuss the following. Guido Zucconi, representing Harley-Davidson Motor Company Proposed bans on ICE vehicles Trade barriers and tariffs Lack of tax credits for EV motorcycles Efforts to create multiple endorsements relating to trikes and 3-wheeled vehicles Here are Guido Zucconi’s notes from the H-D website: Government Affairs – Manager Ethanol Fuels and Fuel Storage Options: Addressing the impact of ethanol-blended fuels on vehicles, phasing out of older vehicles due to the limited availability of high-quality fuel options. Educating riders on how fuel degradation can lead to costly repairs, especially when a bike sits unused for a season. The Future of Aftermarket Performance Parts and Tuning: Exploring how shops and manufacturers can meet customer demand for performance upgrades while navigating regulatory issues. Operational Challenges for Independent Dealerships: Highlighting key issues like the shortage of skilled technicians and securing adequate insurance coverage. Additionally, the importance of having access to manufacturer tools and diagnostic information to provide comprehensive repair and maintenance services. We will bring you more as it surfaces. I got a kick out of his name: Guido. –Bandit The post TWO ITEMS FOR MONDAY appeared first on Bikernet Blog - Online Biker Magazine.

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A Vietnam veteran honored Donald Trump with a Purple Heart after explaining that he was greatly inspired by the former president's response to the first assassination attempt on his life at the July rally in Butler, Pennsylvania.

American Water Works has reported an unspecified cyberattack on its IT systems on Monday, which supplies drinking water and wastewater services to over 14 million people. 

Seated, poised, and intent, Dr. Jordan B. Peterson begins “A Roadmap to Treatment,” the fourth episode of his new series with DailyWire+, asking a pointed question: “What are you afraid of?” Recalling the seven different domains of life he addressed earlier in “Depression & Anxiety,” Peterson encourages viewers to challenge themselves by identifying their self-induced blockade. “What are you doing wrong that’s stopping you?” he follows. Then, with a slight softening in tone, he says again, “Ask yourself: Why are you so afraid?” He reassures viewers not to be too judgemental or harsh; objective identification is the first step. Peterson posits examples of fears the viewer might pinpoint. At first glance, these fears might seem offhandedly offered; however, with even a modicum more of examination, his examples come to light through the knowing mind of an experienced clinical psychologist. “I’m afraid that I’m a fool. I’m afraid I can’t learn. I’m afraid no one will want me. I’m afraid of getting rejected. I’m afraid I’ll make a fool of myself in the interview.” These are common fears, yet they often go unspoken and remain unrecognized. By stating them, calling attention to them, Peterson takes fears that may seem isolating to the viewer and shows them to be universal. There is comfort in knowing these are not exclusive. By naming them, Peterson calls the viewer out of isolation. WATCH DR. JORDAN B. PETERSON’S SERIES, “DEPRESSION & ANXIETY,” ON DAILYWIRE+ But it is his practical approach through what has perhaps been paralyzing fears that leads viewers to make progress. One massive fear becomes 30 micro problems — and confronting one is achievable. He acknowledges it must be one you could face and are willing to face. “Pick any one you want,” he says. “Make some progress.” This begins the process of progress. Transitioning from the topic of “what you want,” Peterson moves on to “where you come from.” The purpose of psychotherapy is to define both areas, a process he emulates in this series. Confronting the “terrible things [that] happened to you in the past that you haven’t dealt with that you’re still afraid of” is part of that process. Peterson contends that memories often come back to people as though the memory is making the decision of when it will appear. They are powerful. But shifting the relationship between a person and a memory is possible, a shift he teaches how to induce. “Rather than the memory grabbing you, you grab the memory. If you do it voluntarily, you’re a different person when you do it.” For those who experience the hold that memories take, such a shift is empowering. The idea of reconstructing a narrative is empowering and purposeful. By walking through your past and developing a vision of the future, reconstruction of narrative becomes possible — and it is possible. Calling back to the beginning of “Depression & Anxiety” once again, Peterson names the third reason for therapy: assertiveness training. Having first covered depression and anxiety (the preceding two reasons), he explains assertiveness training as a need for people who are often too nice. Again, with straightforwardness, Peterson levels with his viewers, asserting that avoiding conflict and doing everything for everyone else can lead to bitterness and resentfulness. But such a scenario is not without hope, the hope being cognitive reconstructions. In the example he provides — a wife who is afraid to talk to her husband — Peterson explains how to put forward a concern and negotiate a need. Knowingly, he recognizes nuanced problems — not easily perceived, even by the negotiator — that will stand in the way of a resolution. He counters with an effective strategy, one which requires clarity, vulnerability, and articulation. Though potentially daunting, Peterson presents this as possible and obtainable. With each hurdle, he provides imminent hope. In the latter portion of this episode, Peterson establishes and describes the rewards that come from self-reflective, proactive progress made in one’s life. Alongside those rewards, he pinpoints even small initiatives that have lasting effects. “When someone around you makes things better, acknowledge that — but do not do it to manipulate. There is nothing about this that is not positive. Do this to yourself too. Pat yourself on the back,” he encourages. But are the long-term rewards associated with therapy worth the arduous effort required? Peterson leaves viewers with no doubt: Most assuredly, they are. With the most insightful of practical approaches, he heartens viewers’ perspectives and carves a pathway to treatment.

Viktor Bout, the notorious Russian weapons trafficker who was locked up in the U.S. after being convicted on terrorism charges and who was subsequently released by the Biden-Harris administration, is back to selling weapons to terrorists who are attacking U.S. forces. The Wall Street Journal reported that Bout, now back in Russia, is selling weapons to the Houthis, an Iranian-backed terrorist group in Yemen. The Houthis have launched countless attacks against merchant vessels in the Red Sea and the Gulf of Aden over the last year, following Hamas’ October 7 terrorist attack. They have also launched attacks against Israel and U.S. Navy warships. They’ve also shot down several U.S. surveillance drones that cost more than $30 million each. The Houthis encountered Bout when they traveled to Moscow a couple of months ago “to negotiate the purchase of $10 million worth of automatic weapons.” Bout claimed in an interview with Russian media that the allegation that he was selling weapons again was “baseless” — but he did not directly deny it. The Houthis were traveling to Moscow under the guise of needing to purchase “pesticides and vehicles,” the report said. The WSJ report said it wasn’t clear if Bout was acting on behalf of the Russian government or if he merely had its “tacit approval” to conduct the negotiation. The Houthis bought new assault rifles and discussed other weapons they wanted, including “Kornet antitank missiles and antiaircraft weapons,” the report said. Bout was released as part of a prisoner swap in December 2022 for WNBA player Brittney Griner, who was convicted of drug charges in Russia in August 2022. Bout was convicted on terrorism charges back in 2011 for trying to sell tens of millions of dollars worth of missiles to the Revolutionary Armed Forces of Colombia (FARC) for the purpose of shooting down U.S. Military helicopters. “Today, one of the world’s most prolific arms dealers is being held accountable for his sordid past,” said then-Attorney General Eric Holder back in November 2011. “Viktor Bout’s arms trafficking activity and support of armed conflicts have been a source of concern around the globe for decades. Today, he faces the prospect of life in prison for his efforts to sell millions of dollars worth of weapons to terrorists for use in killing Americans.” “As the evidence at trial showed, Viktor Bout was ready to sell a weapons arsenal that would be the envy of some small countries,” said then-U.S. Attorney for the Southern District of New York Preet Bharara. “He aimed to sell those weapons to terrorists for the purpose of killing Americans. With today’s swift verdict, justice has been done and a very dangerous man will be behind bars. I would like to acknowledge the extraordinary efforts of the Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) agents who investigated this case on three different continents and helped to bring Viktor Bout to justice.”