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		<title>Islamist Extremism and the Global Surge in Antisemitism: The Brutal Truth the West Refuses to Name</title>
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					<description><![CDATA[<p>There’s an uncomfortable truth that political elites and mainstream media would rather bury: Islamist extremism and its associated antisemitic violence are not confined to distant battlefields, they are spreading across Western societies—and every major incident is treated with euphemisms and excuses instead of honest naming and urgent action. Let&#8217;s start with today’s news, because the [&#8230;]</p>
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										<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p data-start="426" data-end="775">There’s an uncomfortable truth that political elites and mainstream media would rather bury: <strong data-start="519" data-end="774">Islamist extremism and its associated antisemitic violence are not confined to distant battlefields, they are spreading across Western societies—and every major incident is treated with euphemisms and excuses instead of honest naming and urgent action</strong>.</p>
<p data-start="777" data-end="1341">Let&#8217;s start with <em data-start="794" data-end="808">today’s news</em>, because the illusion of safety is dying before our eyes. On <strong data-start="870" data-end="891">December 14, 2025</strong>, during a Hanukkah celebration at Sydney’s famous <strong data-start="942" data-end="957">Bondi Beach</strong>, two gunmen opened fire on a crowd of celebrants, killing <strong data-start="1016" data-end="1038">at least 16 people</strong>, including a child, and injuring dozens more in what authorities immediately declared an <strong data-start="1128" data-end="1160">antisemitic terrorist attack</strong>. Australian leaders called it a deliberate attack on Jews gathered for a religious festival. Explosive devices were even found near the scene.</p>
<p data-start="1343" data-end="1689">This wasn’t a random act of violence. It was <strong data-start="1388" data-end="1428">targeted, ideological, and murderous</strong>—a chilling escalation from rising antisemitic incidents across Australia over the last two years. Hate crimes such as synagogue firebombings, arson attacks, and vandalism surged sharply following the Gaza conflict in 2023.</p>
<p data-start="1691" data-end="1972">That this massacre happened in a country once thought safe from such horror should be a wake-up call. But in the West, we rarely connect the dots between ideology, intolerance, and violence. Instead, we hear soothing phrases like “isolated incidents,” or “complex social problems.”</p>
<p data-start="1974" data-end="2135">Let’s be clear: <strong data-start="1990" data-end="2135">tolerance is not a suicide pact. Ignoring ideology that openly despises Jews and glorifies violence invites exactly this kind of catastrophe.</strong></p>
<h3 data-start="2142" data-end="2208"><strong data-start="2146" data-end="2208">Europe’s Crisis: Paris Cancels New Year’s Eve Celebrations</strong></h3>
<p data-start="2210" data-end="2762">Meanwhile, in <strong data-start="2224" data-end="2234">France</strong>, authorities recently <strong data-start="2257" data-end="2331">cancelled the traditional New Year’s Eve concert on the Champs-Élysées</strong>—an event that typically draws millions—<em data-start="2371" data-end="2376">not</em> because of snow or infrastructure issues, but because of <strong data-start="2434" data-end="2462">threats to public safety</strong> tied to <strong data-start="2471" data-end="2523">extremist violence and migrant-associated unrest</strong> in Parisian suburbs. Critics point directly at rising violence linked to poorly integrated immigrant communities, especially in areas dominated by Islamist radicalization and socioeconomic alienation.</p>
<p data-start="2764" data-end="3073">This is what happens when governments refuse to enforce assimilation and security. Streets once teeming with cheer now carry a heavy security presence; celebrations are replaced with <em data-start="2947" data-end="2972">pre-recorded broadcasts</em> and ominous warnings from police urging citizens to stay home.</p>
<p data-start="3075" data-end="3313">France’s Jewish community has felt this shift acutely for years. Antisemitic abuse and attacks surged long before 2025, with synagogues, Holocaust memorials, and Jewish businesses repeatedly targeted.</p>
<p data-start="3315" data-end="3368">This isn’t hypothetical fear-mongering. It’s reality.</p>
<h3 data-start="3375" data-end="3431"><strong data-start="3379" data-end="3431">Terrorist Attacks Aren’t “Blips”—They’re a Trend</strong></h3>
<p data-start="3433" data-end="3516">Across the West, incidents once thought impossible are becoming alarmingly routine:</p>
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<p data-start="3520" data-end="3806">In <strong data-start="3523" data-end="3533">France</strong>, the <strong data-start="3539" data-end="3567">Mulhouse stabbing attack</strong> in February 2025 saw a knife assault tied to militant Islamist extremism, killing a civilian and wounding officers. The perpetrator was a known extremist whom the state had tried—and failed—to deport.</p>
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<p data-start="3810" data-end="4058">In the <strong data-start="3817" data-end="3823">UK</strong>, the <strong data-start="3829" data-end="3860">Manchester synagogue attack</strong> in October 2025 involved a vehicle and knife assault on worshippers during Yom Kippur, killing three and injuring others in a brazen terror act targeting Jews.</p>
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<p data-start="4060" data-end="4248">These incidents aren’t isolated blips; they’re symptomatic of a wider pattern: <strong data-start="4139" data-end="4248">violent ideology crossing borders and exploiting gaps in enforcement, assimilation, and public discourse.</strong></p>
<h3 data-start="4255" data-end="4299"><strong data-start="4259" data-end="4299">Why Leaders Refuse to Face the Truth</strong></h3>
<p data-start="4301" data-end="4404">What’s most disturbing is not the violence itself—terrible as it is—but how Western institutions react:</p>
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<p data-start="4408" data-end="4474">Politicians avoid naming <strong data-start="4433" data-end="4455">Islamist extremism</strong> as a root cause.</p>
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<p data-start="4477" data-end="4605">Media treats antisemitism as a <em data-start="4508" data-end="4521">side effect</em> of geopolitics rather than an <em data-start="4552" data-end="4602">ideological grievance worth confronting directly</em>.</p>
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<p data-start="4608" data-end="4662">Law enforcement is reactive instead of preventative.</p>
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<p data-start="4664" data-end="4870">When a growing number of European mayors warned recently that <strong data-start="4726" data-end="4762">antisemitism is at crisis levels</strong>, they were met with platitudes rather than decisive policy responses.</p>
<p data-start="4872" data-end="4990">This silence and equivocation create an environment where extremists feel emboldened, and their violence metastasizes.</p>
<h3 data-start="4997" data-end="5070"><strong data-start="5001" data-end="5070">Not All Muslims Support Extremism—but Extremism Supports Violence</strong></h3>
<p data-start="5072" data-end="5521">Let’s make this clear: <strong data-start="5095" data-end="5159">criticizing Islamist extremism is not hatred against Muslims</strong>. It is confrontation with a political and religious ideology that <em data-start="5226" data-end="5238">explicitly</em> uses religion as a vehicle for violence and antisemitism. Millions of Muslims reject violence and live peacefully. But the refusal to call out the radical elements—who use the same symbols and language as their peaceful co-religionists—is a strategic error with deadly consequences.</p>
<p data-start="5523" data-end="5821">The events in <strong data-start="5537" data-end="5576">Sydney, Paris, Manchester, Mulhouse</strong>, and other cities prove one thing: <strong data-start="5612" data-end="5685">when extremist ideologies are left unchallenged, they breed violence.</strong> And when governments treat ideology as taboo, they cede public safety to those who don’t share Western values of pluralism and respect.</p>
<h3 data-start="5828" data-end="5878"><strong data-start="5832" data-end="5878">Conclusion: Western Societies Must Wake Up</strong></h3>
<p data-start="5880" data-end="6153">We can no longer pretend that these incidents are anomalies. They are part of a <strong data-start="5960" data-end="6026">global trend of ideological terrorism and antisemitic violence</strong> that respects no borders and targets innocent people during religious celebrations, public holidays, and national festivities.</p>
<p data-start="6155" data-end="6319">Ignoring the phenomenon doesn’t make it go away. It empowers extremists and endangers Jews, Christians, secular citizens, and anyone who believes in open societies.</p>
<p data-start="6321" data-end="6580">If Western leaders want to preserve civil order and protect all citizens, they must stop minimizing the problem, start naming the ideology fueling the violence, and begin policies that confront <em data-start="6515" data-end="6539">extremism at its roots</em>. That is not prejudice—that is survival.</p><p>The post <a href="https://poornorman.com/islamist-extremism-and-the-global-surge-in-antisemitism-the-brutal-truth-the-west-refuses-to-name/">Islamist Extremism and the Global Surge in Antisemitism: The Brutal Truth the West Refuses to Name</a> first appeared on <a href="https://poornorman.com">Poor Norman News</a>.</p>]]></content:encoded>
					
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		<title>The Rapid Disintegration of Biden&#8217;s Campaign After His Debate Performance</title>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 11 Jul 2024 00:22:58 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[<p>The political landscape can change dramatically in the blink of an eye, and recent events have underscored this reality for President Joe Biden. Following a highly anticipated debate performance, Biden&#8217;s campaign has faced a rapid disintegration, raising concerns among supporters and providing ammunition to critics. The aftermath of the debate has exposed vulnerabilities in his [&#8230;]</p>
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										<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>The political landscape can change dramatically in the blink of an eye, and recent events have underscored this reality for President Joe Biden. Following a highly anticipated debate performance, Biden&#8217;s campaign has faced a rapid disintegration, raising concerns among supporters and providing ammunition to critics. The aftermath of the debate has exposed vulnerabilities in his campaign strategy, communication, and overall public perception.</p>
<h3>Debate Performance: A Turning Point</h3>
<p>Biden’s debate performance was expected to solidify his standing as the Democratic frontrunner. However, it instead highlighted significant issues that have since accelerated the decline of his campaign. Observers noted that Biden appeared unsteady and struggled to articulate his points clearly. His responses lacked the vigor and precision needed to reassure voters and counter the sharp criticisms from his opponents. This performance raised doubts about his fitness for another term, particularly among undecided voters and those within his own party who were already skeptical.</p>
<h3>Public and Media Reaction</h3>
<p>The immediate aftermath of the debate saw a flurry of negative media coverage and a shift in public opinion. Headlines focused on Biden&#8217;s gaffes and his inability to effectively counter arguments presented by other candidates. Social media platforms buzzed with discussions about his age and capacity to lead, with many users expressing disappointment and concern. Pundits and analysts who had previously been supportive began to question whether Biden could maintain the energy and clarity required for a rigorous election campaign.</p>
<h3>Internal Campaign Turmoil</h3>
<p>Within Biden’s campaign, the debate fallout has led to internal turmoil. Reports indicate that campaign staffers are divided on the path forward, with some pushing for a reevaluation of strategy and messaging. This discord has hampered the campaign&#8217;s ability to respond cohesively to the growing criticism. Fundraising efforts have also been impacted, as donors express apprehension about the viability of Biden&#8217;s candidacy moving forward.</p>
<h3>Impact on Voter Confidence</h3>
<p>Voter confidence in Biden has taken a significant hit. Polls conducted after the debate show a noticeable dip in his approval ratings. Key demographics that were crucial to his previous electoral success—such as suburban voters and independents—are now reconsidering their support. Additionally, younger voters, who were already less enthusiastic about Biden compared to other potential candidates, are increasingly vocal about their desire for new leadership within the Democratic Party.</p>
<h3>Rivals Capitalize on Weaknesses</h3>
<p>Biden’s rivals have not missed the opportunity to capitalize on his perceived weaknesses. Figures like Vice President Kamala Harris, Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg, and California Governor Gavin Newsom have ramped up their campaigns, emphasizing their vigor and readiness to lead. The contrast between their energetic performances and Biden&#8217;s debate showing has been stark, further highlighting the generational divide and the call for fresh leadership within the party.</p>
<h3>Rebuilding the Campaign</h3>
<p>To recover from this rapid disintegration, Biden’s campaign will need to undertake significant adjustments. First and foremost, there needs to be a focus on clear and compelling communication. Biden must address the concerns about his age and fitness head-on, perhaps by showcasing his achievements and ongoing policy initiatives more effectively. Engaging in smaller, more controlled public events where he can connect directly with voters might also help rebuild confidence.</p>
<p>The campaign should also consider bolstering its internal structure to ensure a unified response to criticisms. Bringing in new advisers or reshuffling the current team could provide a fresh perspective and renewed energy. Furthermore, addressing the internal discord and presenting a united front will be crucial in stabilizing the campaign.</p>
<h3>In Closing</h3>
<p>The rapid disintegration of Biden’s campaign post-debate is a stark reminder of the volatility inherent in political campaigns. While the challenges are significant, they are not insurmountable. With strategic adjustments and a focus on effective communication, there remains a path for Biden to regain his footing. However, the clock is ticking, and the coming weeks will be critical in determining whether his campaign can recover from this precipitous decline.</p>
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		<title>Organized Retail Crime</title>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 16 Feb 2023 01:48:44 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[<p>In the USA, organized retail crime (ORC) is a serious problem that is stealing millions of dollars in merchandise from retailers nationwide. This kind of crime is a huge drain on businesses and governments. It causes increased prices for consumers and reduces sales tax revenue for states and localities. Organized retail theft is a complex [&#8230;]</p>
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										<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>In the USA, organized retail crime (ORC) is a serious problem that is stealing millions of dollars in merchandise from retailers nationwide. This kind of crime is a huge drain on businesses and governments. It causes increased prices for consumers and reduces sales tax revenue for states and localities.</p>
<p>Organized retail theft is a complex and coordinated criminal operation that can be carried out locally, regionally or nationally. These groups often steal from multiple locations and resell the merchandise through online marketplaces like eBay or flea markets.</p>
<p>According to the National Retail Federation, organized retail crime costs America&#8217;s stores tens of billions in losses each year. It&#8217;s also a serious threat to public health and safety, as products stolen from retailers are often tampered with or are not properly labeled.</p>
<p>The FBI and the other agencies involved in law enforcement are doing all they can to fight this crime, but it&#8217;s a difficult task. And they need help.</p>
<p>Several retail companies have issued warnings to their customers about the dangers of ORC, including Target and Walmart. They say the thefts have already cost them about $400 million this year and are likely to cause them to either raise prices or close some stores.</p>
<p>Meanwhile, the CEO of Best Buy recently warned that he was seeing more ORC in his stores than ever before. He said the problem had become &#8220;a real concern&#8221; and that it was affecting employee morale.</p>
<p>Attorney General Bob Ferguson recently called for the State Legislature to fund a dedicated retail theft unit in Washington, and he cited a statistic from the trade group RILA that claimed ORC rings represent a $70 billion problem nationwide. But some analysts in the industry, and a criminal justice professor I talked to, pointed out that the RILA figure is far from accurate.</p>
<p>In fact, the most recent NRF study puts the losses of ORC at roughly $700,000 per $1 billion in retail sales, which is a much smaller percentage than the RILA figure.</p>
<p>The issue of ORC is a big deal in the USA, and it&#8217;s a national emergency that needs to be addressed now. It&#8217;s hurting businesses and contributing to higher prices for shoppers, the US Chamber of Commerce claims.</p>
<p>Earlier this week, a Lynnwood police department operation netted three people wanted in a nationwide ORC ring for stealing from at least one Target store. They&#8217;re accused of stealing at least $300,000 from Target over the years.</p>
<p>They are members of a gang based in Michigan that is allegedly responsible for the bulk thefts at Target locations across the country, according to police.</p>
<p>It&#8217;s a serious problem that&#8217;s taking a toll on retailers and the economy, as it means higher prices for American consumers, less sales tax revenue for state and local governments, and a dwindling supply of the goods that American citizens want most. It&#8217;s also a huge threat to public health and safety, as tampered or contaminated products can make us sick.</p>
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		<pubDate>Wed, 11 Jan 2023 09:59:50 +0000</pubDate>
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				<div class="et_pb_text_inner">Russia&#8217;s blunder in invading Ukraine has been a big mess for everyone involved. There has been a lot of confusion and miscalculations, with a lot of problems caused by poor communication. This article explores these problems and discusses the lessons learned from them.</p>
<p><strong>Miscalculations</strong></p>
<p>If the Russian invasion of Ukraine is any indication, the Kremlin has made a number of miscalculations. It is likely that the invasion will spawn a military stalemate that will result in further militarization of Europe. This would reinforce the growing geopolitical divide between Russia and the West.</p>
<p>The Kremlin underestimated the strength of the Western response. Putin was convinced that the West and Europe could not mount a meaningful response to his invasion. He also dismissed the importance of legitimacy. Moreover, he did not take the Ukrainian military seriously.</p>
<p>A major miscalculation was the failure of the Russian air force to support the ground forces effectively. Combined with the poor performance of the ground troops, this stymied any real progress.</p>
<p>Another miscalculation was Putin&#8217;s failure to understand the Ukrainian population. After the Maidan revolution, a strong sense of solidarity grew among the Ukrainian people. However, most Ukrainians still regard the Kremlin as an enemy.</p>
<p>In addition, the Kremlin&#8217;s prewar plans to occupy Donbas (which comprises the provinces of Donetsk and Luhansk) did not make much sense. While the Ukrainians fought well, they did not overwhelm the Russians. As a result, the Russians&#8217; objectives became more unclear as the war went on.</p>
<p>The Kremlin&#8217;s miscalculations have been rooted in a fatal flaw in its worldview. Putin lives in constant fear of threats to Russia&#8217;s sovereignty. His worldview is shaped by his KGB experience. And his paranoia is not limited to geopolitical concerns.</p>
<p>Miscalculations in Russia&#8217;s invasion of Ukraine are also rooted in Putin&#8217;s failure to adequately evaluate the political implications of the invasion. The Kremlin has not offered a credible case for self-defence. Furthermore, the Russians have shown little interest in negotiating an end to the war.</p>
<p><strong>Poor communication</strong></p>
<p>The invasion of Ukraine by Russia has been a terrible military and political disaster. Its failure will be studied as the biggest political and economic failure of all time.</p>
<p>Russia underestimated the Ukrainian people and their tenacity in the fight against its forces. Western observers knew this.</p>
<p>During the first weeks of the war, Russia came close to capturing Kyiv. However, the Ukrainians fought back with remarkable skill.</p>
<p>While Putin&#8217;s objectives were clear &#8211; to occupy two-thirds of the country and to bring the West to its knees &#8211; his strategy went wrong. He underestimated the leadership of Ukraine&#8217;s President Volodymyr Zelenskyy and failed to recognize the commitment of the Ukrainian people to a democratic future.</p>
<p>The Russians also misjudged their own military system. They did not have an effective modernization plan. Their inability to withstand heavy attacks from the Ukrainians resulted in catastrophic losses.</p>
<p>Putin&#8217;s inexperience also played a role in his poor decisions. In the war, Russian soldiers have died by the hundreds.</p>
<p>The invasion has also led to a deepening of the national identity of the Ukrainian people. Most Ukrainians now regard Russia as their enemy.</p>
<p>A poll conducted in August revealed that nearly 80 percent of the Ukrainian population self-identified as Ukrainian. Only 2% of the population has a positive view of Russia.</p>
<p>The Kremlin&#8217;s lack of understanding of the Ukrainian nation&#8217;s history has further harmed the Ukraine&#8217;s democratic reputation. Among other things, the Russians have promoted misleading narratives to discredit the country&#8217;s democracy.</p>
<p>These misconceptions were a result of Russia&#8217;s lack of understanding of the cultural differences between the two countries. In fact, Ukraine and Russia shared many aspects of their cultures.</p>
<p><strong>Widespread confusion</strong></p>
<p>Despite the fact that Russia&#8217;s invasion of Ukraine has cost the country&#8217;s economy billions of dollars and thousands of lives, it is still being lionized by a plethora of fads, rumors and conspiracy theories. So, what is the real story? What has Russia been doing in the lead up to and since the conflict? The aforementioned may be a matter of personal choice, but there are several reputable sources of information, both governmental and otherwise, that can be consulted to get a better understanding of what is going on.</p>
<p>First and foremost is a careful assessment of the kinetic forces at play. While Russian troops are taking potshots at each other, the country&#8217;s civilians are left to deal with a variety of challenges from both sides. Secondly, a thorough evaluation of Russia&#8217;s arsenal of offensive weapons, ranging from artillery to drones to snipers and missiles, will allow a fair assessment of the actual damage. In addition to this, a more formal analysis of the intelligence gathered by Russia&#8217;s security services should be undertaken. There are a number of spies on the ground and many more in Moscow, and the cynic in me believes that this is just the beginning.</p>
<p>It is also worth noting that while there has been plenty of handwringing on the matter, there have been a number of high profile cyber attacks on Ukraine&#8217;s infrastructure, notably the dreaded Ukrainian banking system and Ukraine&#8217;s most cherished national asset, its national defense force. This, coupled with the fact that many of the country&#8217;s leading companies have been stung by the Russian juggernaut, points to the fact that Moscow hasn&#8217;t put its best foot forward.</p>
<p><strong>Cost to Russia of Nord Stream 2 pipeline</strong></p>
<p>Nord Stream 2 is an underwater pipeline that connects Russia and Germany. It was designed to double the amount of gas transported between the two countries. During the building phase, a total of over $11 billion was invested in the project.</p>
<p>The construction of the project was financed by several European companies. These include the Austrian oil and gas firm OMV, German energy company Wintershall, and the French ENGIE. In addition, the project received funds from Shell and Uniper.</p>
<p>However, the project was criticized by European governments, including the U.S., because it was seen as increasing Europe&#8217;s dependence on Russian gas. Although some EU countries have supported the project, some were skeptical of its potential.</p>
<p>Nord Stream 2 was also criticized because it would not directly bypass Ukraine, which was an EU member state. Instead, it would supplement existing pipelines in Ukraine and Belarus.</p>
<p>Russia is currently supplying most of Europe&#8217;s natural gas through Ukraine. Because of the war in Ukraine, some Europeans are worried about the country&#8217;s vulnerability to Russia. Those concerns have fueled speculation that Russia will use the gas supply to gain leverage over Europe.</p>
<p>The cost of the project is estimated at around 9.5 billion euros. Gazprom has committed to providing up to half of the financing. Several European companies and companies in Russia have also expressed support for the project.</p>
<p>Nord Stream 2&#8217;s supporters argue that it will provide an alternative to the aging gas pipeline in Ukraine, which is a major bottleneck for gas deliveries. They argue that the pipeline will also help meet sustainability goals, and can help replace coal.</p>
<p>As for the opposition, some European politicians have voiced concern that the gas pipeline could strain the electricity grid. Some have also expressed fears that the pipeline would rob Ukraine of transit fees.</p>
<p><strong>Lessons learned</strong></p>
<p>The Kremlin&#8217;s invasion of Ukraine was it seems a spectacular blunder. But lessons from the blunder can be learned.</p>
<p>Russia has deployed an extraordinary array of cyber capabilities against Ukraine. In particular, it has leveraged open source information, signals intelligence, and human agents in elite Ukrainian political circles. It has also weaponized food supplies, refugees, and energy blackmail.</p>
<p>While these tactics have been effective in degrading Ukraine&#8217;s physical infrastructure, they have been ineffective at addressing the broader strategic issues of the conflict. For example, Russia&#8217;s attempts to disrupt the Ukrainian telecommunications network could be part of a larger attempt to isolate the Ukrainian population.</p>
<p>Russia has also leveraged massive stockpiles of Soviet-era munitions. They have been able to launch thousands of missiles against strategic Ukrainian assets. However, Russian cyber forces have not been fully integrated with other domains.</p>
<p>In the war&#8217;s early months, Russian data deletion attacks dominated. As of late June, 50 Ukrainian organizations had been hit. This tally includes both public and private institutions. Some of these attacks may have been an accidental result of a botched intelligence collection operation.</p>
<p>Despite this, there has been little public analysis of the impact of Russia&#8217;s cyber efforts. Western commentators have downplayed their role in the larger war effort.</p>
<p>But in practice, there are few good reasons to believe that cyber operations were particularly important. Despite the presence of major state-sponsored actors, their effectiveness against key targets would likely have been limited.</p>
<p>On the other hand, Ukraine has been given a huge cybersecurity boost by the world&#8217;s leading governments and companies. By the time of the invasion, Ukraine had invested considerable time and resources in its cyber defense ecosystem.</p>
<p>While the impact of Russia&#8217;s efforts to hack into Ukrainian government and military databases has not been conclusively determined, it is clear that the telecommunications network is a target for a cyber-directed effort to weaken Ukrainian command and control before a key battle.</p>
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		<pubDate>Sat, 31 Dec 2022 02:25:14 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[<p>If you look at the top news stories of 2022, you will see a lot of different things. You&#8217;ll find articles about the COVID-19 pandemic, the Russian invasion of Ukraine, Betty White&#8217;s 100th birthday, and Brazilian elections, to name a few. COVID-19 pandemic If the COVID-19 pandemic was a news story of 2022, it would [&#8230;]</p>
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										<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>If you look at the top news stories of 2022, you will see a lot of different things. You&#8217;ll find articles about the COVID-19 pandemic, the Russian invasion of Ukraine, Betty White&#8217;s 100th birthday, and Brazilian elections, to name a few.</p>
<h2>COVID-19 pandemic</h2>
<p>If the COVID-19 pandemic was a news story of 2022, it would not only be a disaster for humanity, but a huge economic burden as well. The number of deaths could be in excess of 2 million. This would have economic impacts for years to come, including postponements, cancellations, and unemployment.</p>
<p>In early 2019, the World Health Organization began tracking the spread of a novel coronavirus. It also began working with global experts to expand scientific knowledge. WHO and other partners are working to reduce the risk of infection.</p>
<p>While the virus has not yet reached epidemic levels, the number of cases continues to increase. The virus is a member of a large family of viruses, known as coronaviruses. Coronaviruses are capable of causing more severe disease than the common cold.</p>
<p>Since the beginning of the pandemic, more than one million Americans have died. But this figure represents just the first two years of the global outbreak. A massive vaccine effort has begun in conjunction with the World Bank Group and other partners.</p>
<p>In China, where the population is undervaccinated, and has limited supplies of treatments, the COVID-19 pandemic is a matter of survival. The country&#8217;s health authorities have started going door to door to distribute vaccines. However, they are concerned about the side effects of the vaccine.</p>
<p>As the COVID-19 pandemic unfolds, the World Bank Group is working on the largest vaccination program in history. WHO is working with partners to expand the understanding of this new coronavirus.</p>
<h2>Russian invasion of Ukraine</h2>
<p>Russian President Vladimir Putin ordered forces to invade Ukraine on February 24. The resulting invasion began a nine-month battle, and has left nearly seven million Ukrainians displaced. It has also deepened Ukrainian national identity.</p>
<p>A poll conducted by the Kyiv International Institute of Sociology showed that 86% of Ukrainians supported the war. However, the majority of Ukrainians had a &#8220;bad&#8221; attitude towards Russia.</p>
<p>A Gallup poll found that 70% of Ukrainians are determined to fight to the end against Russia. Interestingly, the New York Times reported that an uptick in support for the Russian invasion had occurred.</p>
<p>Chinese President Xi Jinping has said he has doubts about the Russia-China relationship. He wants to discuss Ukraine with his counterpart, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy.</p>
<p>At a G20 Foreign Ministers meeting, Wang Yi reiterated China&#8217;s neutral stance on the war. While Wang Yi did not acknowledge Russia&#8217;s invasion, he urged maximum restraint on all sides, and called for curbing the &#8220;spillover effects&#8221; of the conflict.</p>
<p>China&#8217;s customs administration eased restrictions on Russian wheat imports after the inauguration of President Putin. Meanwhile, the Red Cross Society of China will provide $791.5 thousand in aid to Ukraine.</p>
<p>In the meantime, a Chinese government spokesperson has outlined four priorities for resolving the conflict. Specifically, Beijing has asked that the conflict be halted around nuclear facilities, and it has urged for humanitarian assistance.</p>
<p>Meanwhile, Xi and Putin met in Uzbekistan on the sidelines of the SCO summit. Xi did not mention the Ukraine invasion in his discussion with Putin. But he did ask for Germany&#8217;s participation in a Global Security Initiative.</p>
<h2>Animal relocation is helping euthanasia rates plummet</h2>
<p>Despite some progress, many animals are still being euthanized in our homes and on our streets. The ASPCA&#8217;s Relocation program is doing its part to save a few of these creatures by partnering with high-kill shelters and bringing them to locations where they can get adopted.</p>
<p>Besides helping euthanasia rates plummet, the ASPCA also helps to strengthen programs in partner shelters. To date, 70 shelters have shut down gas chambers. In fact, the ASPCA&#8217;s relocation program is also helping to keep cats and dogs from spreading diseases like rabies.</p>
<p>Some animal welfare organizations, like PETA, have even gotten in on the action. For instance, in 2019, they euthanized 1,614 animals. Not only is this an improvement on the previous year, it is the best year since the group started tracking euthanasia rates.</p>
<p>In addition to pet euthanasia, shelters are euthanizing a wide range of other creatures. Dogs and cats, for instance, are killed for reasons ranging from overcrowding to medical issues. Among these are behavioral problems. Aside from the aforementioned sexism, a sex-related issue can also cause an animal to be left in a high-kill shelter, resulting in the dreaded death.</p>
<p>As for the ASPCA&#8217;s Relocation program, they do a great job in keeping cats and dogs from dying a miserable death. Their relocation efforts include providing guidance and resources to partner shelters. Having an active relocation program is a good idea because it allows the organization to source the shelters they work with. It is also a good way to reduce overcrowding.</p>
<h2>Brazilian elections</h2>
<p>Brazilians cast their ballots for president on Sunday. A vote that was widely seen as a rebuke to the nation&#8217;s erratic leadership. The election was marked by an ugly campaign, which raised concerns that the nation&#8217;s democratic institutions are in decline.</p>
<p>The race has been marred by allegations of fraud, and Brazil&#8217;s electoral authorities are working to increase transparency. However, the election has roiled the country, with a number of violent attacks on candidates and police, and a high rate of voter dissatisfaction.</p>
<p>In a recent survey, voters said the economy and corruption were the top two concerns. But the election has sparked deep divisions between supporters of the two candidates. Both have promised to fight corruption, while tackling crime and growth.</p>
<p>Lula da Silva, a former Brazilian president, ran on a platform of social justice, poverty reduction, and environmental protection. His Workers&#8217; Party also pledged to boost taxes on the rich, and a debt forgiveness program.</p>
<p>Bolsonaro, a right-wing nationalist, has promised to crack down on graft and corruption, and increase spending on education and health. He has also loosened gun laws and rolled back environmental regulations.</p>
<p>Bolsonaro&#8217;s efforts have drew international attention and a flurry of accusations. Bolsonaro has said that da Silva was a pedophile, cannibal, and Satanist. And his allies have questioned his sexual morals and the way he treats Indigenous communities.</p>
<p>The first round of legislative elections is set for October 30. If no candidate gains 50% of the vote, a runoff will take place.</p>
<h2>Betty White&#8217;s 100th birthday</h2>
<p>Betty White was a popular entertainer who has appeared on numerous television shows. She was also a dedicated animal rights activist. Her career spanned eight decades.</p>
<p>White became a household name in her 80s. After appearing on sitcoms and game shows, she was a star on the small screen. Among her many accomplishments, she was a member of the Television Hall of Fame. As the first woman to be a producer of a national TV show, she was a pioneer.</p>
<p>She was awarded eight Emmys, three American Comedy Awards, and a Grammy. She received a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame in 1988.</p>
<p>Betty White is known for her performances on &#8220;Hot in Cleveland,&#8221; &#8220;The Mary Tyler Moore Show,&#8221; and &#8220;The Golden Girls.&#8221; She received accolades for her work on these and other shows.</p>
<p>The anniversary event was to be held at her Brentwood home. It was to include special guests such as Clint Eastwood, Ryan Reynolds, and Tina Fey.</p>
<p>A documentary about the actress will premiere on January 17, 2022. This movie will explore the highlights of her long career.</p>
<p>The film will also examine the importance of her advocacy on behalf of animals. Several actors and celebrities will participate in the film, including Ryan Reynolds, Robert Redford, and Morgan Freeman.</p>
<p>In addition to the stars, the film will also showcase key interviews that reveal the life and career of Betty White.</p>
<p>By Norman Gregory</p>
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		<pubDate>Fri, 30 Dec 2022 08:45:41 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[<p>There are many people who believe that the January 6th Insurrectionist convictions are not valid. These people believe that the convictions are just a way of bringing a spotlight onto the insurrectionists so that they can be punished. However, these people are wrong. Jonathan Pollock Jonathan Daniel Pollock, a man from Lakeland, Florida, has been [&#8230;]</p>
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										<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>There are many people who believe that the January 6th Insurrectionist convictions are not valid. These people believe that the convictions are just a way of bringing a spotlight onto the insurrectionists so that they can be punished. However, these people are wrong.</p>
<h2>Jonathan Pollock</h2>
<p>Jonathan Daniel Pollock, a man from Lakeland, Florida, has been charged with assaulting multiple police officers with a deadly weapon. He has been accused of a violent entry into the Capitol building and using a shield to attack three law enforcement officers.</p>
<p>Federal agents tracked Pollock while he was in California and Florida, and the fugitive is believed to have friends and family in several states. A reward of $15,000 was offered for the arrest of Pollock in March. This has since doubled. It is believed that the FBI has active surveillance on the Pollock family.</p>
<p>Pollock was part of a group of friends and family from Polk County. He also has a sister, who is in court awaiting trial.</p>
<p>The affidavit lists the suspects, including charges, where they are from, and their status. Some have ties to right-wing extremist groups.</p>
<h2>Guy Wesley Reffitt</h2>
<p>After a jury convicted Guy Wesley Reffitt of five crimes associated with his involvement in the January 6th Insurrectionist attack, he was sentenced to more than seven years in prison. His sentence is the longest yet imposed for any defendant involved in the Capitol riot.</p>
<p>According to the FBI, Mr Reffitt was part of a militia-style Three Percenters movement. These groups are named after a small percentage of the colonial US population that fought against the British in the War of Independence.</p>
<p>The jury found Reffitt guilty of five counts, including obstructing an official proceeding, carrying a firearm during a civil disturbance, and transporting a firearm during a civil disturbance. He was sentenced to serve at least three years of supervised release.</p>
<p>The charges against Mr Reffitt stem from his actions on January 6, 2021, when he went to the U.S. Capitol wearing body armor and a helmet, and armed with a semiautomatic handgun.</p>
<h2>Michael Perkins</h2>
<p>The list of insurrectionist convictions involving the Capitol riots in 2021 includes several Floridians. Among them, Jonathan Pollock stands out. He was a part of a group of rioters who slammed into the police line and then engaged in tug-of-war style conflict. During the attack, he also broke an officer&#8217;s grasp.</p>
<p>Another prominent rioter was Joshua Christopher Doolin. He was a member of the group that pushed through the Capitol Police. His family and friends were reportedly gathered around him when he was arrested.</p>
<p>In addition to Pollock, dozens of other rioters are in jail. Some are accused of participating in the insurrection, while others were arrested for their roles in destroying property or assaulting law enforcement officers.</p>
<p>One of the most serious charges is seditious conspiracy, which can carry a prison sentence of more than five years. Other charges involve violent entry into the Capitol grounds, disorderly conduct in a restricted building, and obstructing an official proceeding.</p>
<h2>Olivia Pollock</h2>
<p>Despite the fact that many rioters have been put behind bars, a number of Floridians are still at large, accused of participating in the deadly Capitol insurrection. Some of them have been linked to right-wing extremist groups. And the FBI is reportedly actively looking for them.</p>
<p>In a federal investigation, prosecutors have primarily relied on social media posts. But they are also seeking financial records and credit card information. Depending on the standard of evidence, agents can get court orders to review these records. Using a &#8220;trap and trace&#8221; device, agents can track all calls from a particular phone line.</p>
<p>A federal statute makes it illegal to cross state lines to avoid prosecution. The FBI was able to monitor Pollock&#8217;s movements while in California. It also tracked him when he was in Florida.</p>
<p>By Norman Gregory</p>
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		<title>The United States House of Representatives delivers articles of impeachment to the Senate.</title>
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		<pubDate>Tue, 26 Jan 2021 00:24:26 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[<p>House of Representatives has delivered articles of impeachment against Donald Trump for the second time in order to ensure that Donald Trump never hold office again.</p>
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										<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Poor Norman News, January 25, 2021, Washington DC</p>
<p>The impeachment managers from the United States House of Representatives have delivered articles of impeachment against Donald Trump for incitement and insurrection against the United States government.</p>
<p>This would make Donald Trump the first president in United States history to be impeached twice. The Senate failed to convict Donald Trump the first time he was impeached.</p>
<p>Certain Republican senators have expressed that they do not support the present impeachment because Trump is no longer in office. They state that the second impeachment would serve to divide the nation further.</p>
<p>However, other Republican senators have stated that they would support impeachment under the circumstances because of the severity of what Trump is alleged to have done, i.e., incitement of insurrection against the government.</p>
<p>Most legal scholars agree that impeachment even after the president has left office is legally constitutional, because he was impeached while still in office, and the impeachment would serve to disqualify Donald Trump from ever holding office in the United States.</p>
<p>A minority of legal scholars’ state that it is not constitutional to impeach Donald Trump because he is no longer in office.</p>
<p>It does appear there is precedent for impeachment of a person once they leave office on the basis that a person who is impeached could simply resign without having to face the consequences of their actions and could potentially hold office again.</p>
<p>Whatever the case, there have been only four presidential impeachments in United States history, and now Donald Trump holds half of those four.</p>
<p>It will now be up to the Senate to determine the trial rules, and the timing of the trial. The House of Representatives will be the prosecutors in the impeachment.</p>
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		<title>Joe Biden was inaugurated with great fanfare today, a peaceful transfer of power.</title>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 21 Jan 2021 02:16:41 +0000</pubDate>
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										<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Poor Norman News, Washington DC January 20, 2021</p>
<p>With great fanfare, President elect Joe Biden and Vice President elect Kamila Harris were sworn in at the United States Capitol amongst a bipartisan group of dignitaries who were socially distanced.</p>
<p>Notably absent and in a breach of tradition, Donald Trump did not attend the inauguration, nor was the customary invitation to the White House given by Trump to incoming President Biden.</p>
<p>Donald Trump seemed to want to escape Washington DC as early as possible so that he could get a free flight on Air Force One one last time to his new home in Florida.</p>
<p>Vice President Pence along with his wife attended the inauguration as well as congressional leaders, ex-president’s including Barack Obama, William Jefferson Clinton, George Bush, and their respective wives. Retired congressional leaders also attended along with other dignitaries.</p>
<p>There was heavy security in the nation’s capital due to the fact that right wing white supremacist terrorists and insurgents attack the United States Capitol two weeks earlier with the intent of trying to overturn the United States election and democracy at the behest of Donald Trump.</p>
<p>The nation seemed to breathe a sigh of relief as normalcy seemed to return back to the government with Biden’s inauguration.</p>
<p>Lady Gaga saying the Star-Spangled Banner, Jennifer Lopez saying America the beautiful, and Garth Brooks saying amazing Grace. They all gave great performances.</p>
<p>Due to the Covid 19 pandemic, and the security situation in the United States Capitol, rather than having people fill the area in front of the capital and the reflecting pond, which is ordinarily the custom during presidential inauguration’s, instead 200,000 Star-Spangled Banner flags were planted to symbolize people.</p>
<p>President Biden comes into office with an unprecedented number of serious problems to resolve after the tumultuous and disastrous Trump presidency. There is a Covid 19 pandemic, a once in 100-year deadly viral outbreak that has killed over 410,000 people as of Biden’s inauguration. Further, millions are out of work, and hundreds of thousands of businesses have gone under due to the Covid 19 pandemic.</p>
<p>Most experts agree that Donald Trump’s utter failure to provide competent leadership on the coronavirus pandemic situation was the cause for the massive economic downturn related to the failure.</p>
<p>Biden also has to deal with the diminution of the United States on the world stage, global warming, a crumbling infrastructure, and many other problems that were not dealt with under Donald Trump.</p>
<p>Both Democrats and Republicans seemed to breathe a sigh of relief as Joe Biden was sworn in.</p>
<p>Joe Biden said, “now it’s time to get to work.”</p>
<p>By Norman Gregory</p><p>The post <a href="https://poornorman.com/joe-biden-was-inaugurated-with-great-fanfare-today-a-peaceful-transfer-of-power/">Joe Biden was inaugurated with great fanfare today, a peaceful transfer of power.</a> first appeared on <a href="https://poornorman.com">Poor Norman News</a>.</p>]]></content:encoded>
					
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		<title>Joe Biden’s 100-day plan to restore the United States from the coronavirus pandemic</title>
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		<pubDate>Mon, 18 Jan 2021 01:46:13 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[<p>Joe Biden has a plan for the United States to recover from the coronavirus pandemic which includes mass vaccinations, providing resources to the states, and more.</p>
<p>The post <a href="https://poornorman.com/joe-bidens-100-day-plan-to-restore-the-united-states-from-the-coronavirus-pandemic/">Joe Biden’s 100-day plan to restore the United States from the coronavirus pandemic</a> first appeared on <a href="https://poornorman.com">Poor Norman News</a>.</p>]]></description>
										<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Poor Norman News, January 17, 2021</p>
<p>Joe Biden has been giving nearly daily briefings during his presidential transition. His main topic is the United States recovery from the Covid 19 pandemic among other topics.</p>
<p>Joe Biden has announced his plan to get 100 million Americans vaccinated within the first 100 days of his administration. This would mean if it can be done that approximately one third of Americans would be vaccinated in a little over three months. The existing two vaccines that have been approved for distribution, require a second vaccine to be administered in approximately one month after the first injection.</p>
<p>Joe Biden is planning on using the resources of the United States federal government in coordination with state governments to do mass vaccinations as opposed to the Trump administrations delegating the process to the states.</p>
<p>Joe Biden has also announced an economic recovery plan which includes giving the resources necessary for the states to not only be able to mass vaccinate the population, but to also open up schools, provide PPE, extended unemployment benefits, etc.</p>
<p>Above all what Joe Biden has brought to the table just before his administration is to take office, is that the Covid pandemic is not a political issue, it is an American issue. He states that he wants all Americans to wear masks for a short time so that the nation can get the Covid pandemic under control.</p>
<p>Under the Trump administration, Donald Trump mocked and discouraged people from wearing masks. He wanted Americans to artificially think that the Covid pandemic was just like a flu, so that the economy would remain normalized.</p>
<p>Joe Biden states that the economy cannot be normalized until we get the Covid pandemic under control.</p>
<p>Americans are sure to see new leadership, with incoming president Joe Biden on the Covid 19 pandemic that will encourage the wearing of masks, encourage people to get vaccinated, and above all to educate people that this is not a political issue, it is an American issue that must be solved with science leading the way.</p>
<p>By Norman Gregory</p><p>The post <a href="https://poornorman.com/joe-bidens-100-day-plan-to-restore-the-united-states-from-the-coronavirus-pandemic/">Joe Biden’s 100-day plan to restore the United States from the coronavirus pandemic</a> first appeared on <a href="https://poornorman.com">Poor Norman News</a>.</p>]]></content:encoded>
					
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		<title>Washington DC has become an armed fortress ahead of Joe Biden’s inauguration on January 20, 2021</title>
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		<pubDate>Fri, 15 Jan 2021 08:04:27 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[<p>The United States Government has 20,000 armed National Guard Troops in Washington DC to protect the United States against Pro Trump Terrorist Insurgents.</p>
<p>The post <a href="https://poornorman.com/washington-dc-has-become-an-armed-fortress-ahead-of-joe-bidens-inauguration-on-january-20-2021/">Washington DC has become an armed fortress ahead of Joe Biden’s inauguration on January 20, 2021</a> first appeared on <a href="https://poornorman.com">Poor Norman News</a>.</p>]]></description>
										<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Poor Norman News, January 14, 2021</p>
<p>The attack on the capital in Washington DC by Trump supporting domestic terrorists who attempted a coup d’état against the United States by interfering with the certification of the electoral college votes by Congress, and reinserting Trump as president notwithstanding the fact that he lost the election, has resulted in the United States realizing the threat and enacting security measures to prevent anything like this happening in the future.</p>
<p>Approximately 20,000 National Guard troops have been deployed in and around Washington DC to provide security for Joe Biden’s inauguration. The National Guard troops will complement federal law enforcement in providing security to the city, the government, and for the peaceful transition of power that occurs pursuant to the United States Constitution.</p>
<p>Donald Trump is the only president in United States history to actively interfere with the peaceful transfer of power, and to actively insight insurrection against the government of the United States.</p>
<p>The United States sees the domestic terrorists as enemies of our government, the same way it looked at the Confederate secession during the Civil War.</p>
<p>The Federal Bureau of investigation is seeking to find as many people who were responsible for the attack on our government as possible, and the United States Attorney is seeking to prosecute them.</p>
<p>The United States government is making it clear just like it did during Civil War times, that it will not tolerate any violent attack on the United States whether it be foreign or domestic.</p>
<p>The National Guard troops that are deployed in Washington are armed but there rules of engagement have not been publicized as of yet.</p>
<p>The FBI has warned that white nationalist domestic terrorists plan armed so-called protests in the nation’s capital and at each of the 50 state capitals in the union.</p>
<p>The FBI has warned each state to be on notice.</p>
<p>By Norman Gregory</p><p>The post <a href="https://poornorman.com/washington-dc-has-become-an-armed-fortress-ahead-of-joe-bidens-inauguration-on-january-20-2021/">Washington DC has become an armed fortress ahead of Joe Biden’s inauguration on January 20, 2021</a> first appeared on <a href="https://poornorman.com">Poor Norman News</a>.</p>]]></content:encoded>
					
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