Best The 5th General Podcasts (2025)

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5th May 1789: The Estates General meets at Versailles, near Paris, for the first time in 175 years

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When the Estates General opened on 5 May many hoped that it would provide a platform for reform, but in practice it acted as a precursor to the French ...By Scott Allsop

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Jacob Ward's Warning | Is A.I. Stealing Art?! 13:22

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AI is worming its way into every corner of our lives, and now Google and OpenAI are knocking on the White House’s door, asking for permission to train their models on copyrighted material. Yep, they want to feed the machines your favorite books, songs, and scripts...all without paying the people who made them. So what does that mean for artists, wr…

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HOT TOPICS | DIDDY TRIAL DAY 3: With TMZ's Charles Latibeaudiere - May 14th, 2025 1:22:24

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The Diddy trial continues to grip the nation. After Cassie Ventura’s emotional testimony, all eyes are on what’s next. This morning, TMZ’s Charles Latibeaudiere joins Don to break down the latest developments, the legal implications, and where this high-profile case may be headed. Then we pivot to the ongoing political chaos, because what else woul…

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LEMON DROP | The Don Lemon & Michael Cohen Report 36:13

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Don is back! It’s been a rough few weeks. Don sits down with Michael Cohen to break it all down.WATCH & Subscribe on YouTube @TheDonLemonShow! Become a member of our channel here: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCXs0PlIGUDSXfBaF7j-1euA/joinFollow Don on Substack at donlemon.com!Listen on Apple, Spotify and iHeart Radio! Learn more about your ad ch…

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14th May 1878: The last witchcraft trial in the United States was held in Salem, Massachusetts

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Lucretia Brown was a member of the Christian Science religion and alleged that a man named Daniel Spofford had used his "mesmeric" mental powers to harm her, asking the court to prevent Spofford from exercising control over her through his mental ...By Scott Allsop

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Lemon LIVE at 5 | Diddy Trial: Day 2 - May 13th, 2025 1:07:56

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It’s Day 2 of the Diddy trial, and things are heating up. Cassie has taken the stand. What did she say, and how might her testimony reshape the case? Don breaks it all down. But that’s not the only chaos we’re tracking. Over in the Trump administration, ethics are once again being treated like a suggestion. Qatar is reportedly gifting a $400 millio…

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HOT TOPICS | Trump's Tariff Loss & Racist Refugee Policies - May 13th, 2025 1:38:18

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Don is back! And so is the news circus we call America. First up, Trump’s tariff “win” with China, which is actually a massive walk-back after the economy started gasping for air. He created the crisis, hit pause, and now wants a trophy for it. Spoiler: we’re not buying it. Then there’s the refugee situation. White South African farmers are being w…

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The Full Truth Of God Radio Podcast - Evening Service & Message For Saturday May 3rd, 2025 27:26

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The Full Truth Of God Radio Podcast - Evening Service & Message For Saturday May 3rd, 2025 And Ye Shall Know The Truth, And The Truth Shall Make You Free. We ask you now to join us in prayer and meditation as we are led in prayer at this time. Our Father in heaven we come to you in the name of Jesus Christ and in agreement with your holy word, givi…

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13th May 1861: Queen Victoria issues a “Proclamation of Neutrality” concerning the American Civil War

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Britain's declaration of neutrality recognised the Union and the Confederacy as belligerents, allowing the Confederacy to contract for supplies and commission warships, but it fell short of recognising the Confederacy as a sovereign nation. This protected British interests by avoiding entanglement in the conflict while maintaining the country’s rig…

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Lemon LIVE at 5 | Tariffs, Racist Refugee Policies, & the Diddy Trial - May 12th, 2025 1:15:37

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Tonight, we’re diving into the chaos of the day...because there’s a lot. First up: Trump’s tariff “win” that’s actually a loss. He blinked, paused the China tariffs, and now he’s trying to spin it like a masterstroke. Don’t fall for it. When the markets tank and you retreat, that’s called backing down, not “playing 4D chess.” Then we get into the d…

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HOT TOPICS | When Trump Sounds Like Bernie: Did MAGA Just Go Left? - May 12th, 2025 1:03:30

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Trump is now calling for pharmaceutical price cuts and floating tax hikes on the rich, and suddenly long-held GOP talking points are… looking suspiciously like Democratic policies. So what’s happening here? Is this the dawn of Trumpian socialism? Or are Democratic ideas only “evil” until Trump decides to rebrand them as his own? Let's dive into the…

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12th May 1846: The Donner Party begin their ill-fated journey to California

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The Donner Party departed Independence, Missouri on their ill-fated journey to ...By Scott Allsop

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The CaliConBlogCast Is On Haitus 0:47

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Due to circumstances that have caused me to not be at home when everyone is available to record, the CaliConBlogCast is on hiatus. I do apologize for not getting this out faster. Support the showBy California Conventions Blog

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11th May 1997: IBM’s chess computer Deep Blue defeats Garry Kasparov to become the first computer to defeat a reigning world chess champion under tournament conditions

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Ranked as the 259th most powerful computer in the world, Deep Blue was able to evaluate 200 million separate chess positions per ...By Scott Allsop

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10th May 1869: The ‘Golden Spike’ completes the first transcontinental railroad in the United States at Promontory Summit, Utah Territory

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The ‘Golden Spike’ symbolised the joining of the Central Pacific Railroad, which had built eastward from California, and the Union Pacific Railroad, which had built westward from Nebraska to form a continuous rail link between the east and west coasts of the ...By Scott Allsop

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Don Lemon & Charles Blow On Trump's America: What do we do now? 1:33:34

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Don sits down with journalist and author Charles Blow at Baldwin & Co. bookstore for a powerful and timely conversation about what a second Trump presidency means for Black America.What now? What’s at stake? And how should the Black community engage with an administration that has repeatedly shown hostility toward its interests?This is an unfiltere…

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The Week With Monique | The First Black Pope?! 16:42

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Hey there Lemon Nation! Today, Legal analyst, political commentator and Host of the Make It Make Sense Daily Digital Show, Monique Pressley brings us a new episode of The Week With Monique! We have a new pope! He is the first American to hold the title. But is he also the first black pope? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoi…

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HOT TOPICS | The Trump Train Has Officially Derailed - May 9th, 2025 1:01:16

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Just when you think it can’t get weirder, it does. Today, Trump is meeting with Beijing officials and signaling he might lower China tariffs to 80% (because economic chaos is apparently a feature, not a bug). Meanwhile, he’s appointed Jeanine Pirro (yes, that Jeanine Pirro from Fox News) as the new U.S. Attorney for D.C., in case you were wondering…

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NFL 5th Year Options - Ep. 97 41:33

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Send us a text Bobby, Justin, and Ryan discuss the recent NFL news and whose 5th year options were picked up from the 2022 NFL Draft.By Bobby

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Double Standards (S6:E6) 1:13:15

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Actress Tracee Ellis Ross was on Michelle Obama’s podcast talking about danger younger men and makes a statement that most men her age show traits of toxic masculinity. We discuss the double standards for age gap dating for men vs women.

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9th May 1671: Colonel Thomas Blood attempts to steal the Crown Jewels

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Colonel Thomas Blood attempted to steal the Crown Jewels from the Tower of ...By Scott Allsop

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Lemon LIVE at 5 | A New Pope & MAGA Outrage - May 8th, 2025 48:53

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The conclave has spoken and the world has a new Pope. He’s a centrist, aiming to balance tradition with modernity. But of course, that’s not sitting well with the MAGA crowd, who were apparently hoping for a pope that quoted Fox News and issued communion with a side of culture war. Now, right-wing Twitter is in meltdown mode, accusing the Vatican o…

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The Setmayer Sound Off | It's All A GRIFT! 13:47

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Hey there Lemon Community! Co-Founder and CEO of The Seneca Project, Tara Setmayer brings us this week's episode of The Setmayer Sound Off! Tara dives into the corruption surrounding Trump's presidency. While MAGA leaders tell us we need to make cuts, they seem to just get richer. Join Tara as she breaks it all down. Learn more about your ad choice…

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Unpacking Portland Mayor Keith Wilson’s first budget 15:55

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During his campaign to be Portland’s next mayor, Keith Wilson had an idyllic pitch for the city’s future. Now the mayor is up against his first major challenge: balancing the budget. With a huge funding gap, how does Wilson hope to confront the city’s problems? On the latest episode of OPB Politics Now, reporters Bryce Dole and Alex Zielinski discu…

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HOT TOPICS | Surgeon General? More Like Surgeon General Warning - May 8th, 2025 1:05:46

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Trump’s new pick for Surgeon General is raising eyebrows...and blood pressure. Known for pushing pseudo-science and questioning actual medical consensus (because of course), she’s exactly the kind of anti-expert the MAGA base usually loves. But here’s the twist: her nomination is causing serious infighting within the movement. Turns out, not everyo…

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8th May 1950: The Tollund Man, who lived in the 5th century BC, discovered in a peat bog near Silkeborg in Denmark

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The Tollund Man was remarkably well-preserved thanks to the cold, acidic, and low oxygen conditions of the peat bog, which slowed ...By Scott Allsop

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SNARK & AWE | MAGA Just Loves Using Slurs! 40:09

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The Don Lemon Show’s head writer Peter Rothpletz is back for Episode 3 of Snark & Awe! This time, he’s joined by Host of the Jack Cocchiarella show, Jack Cocchiarella to unpack MAGA's obsession with using slurs and offensive language. Was this the motivation behind so many Trump voters? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices…

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Lemon LIVE at 5 | Stagflation...Just Another Day in Trump’s America - May 7th, 2025 41:44

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The chaos continues under the Trump administration, and today’s headlines are a brutal reminder of just how messy things have gotten. Fed Chair Jerome Powell is now warning of stagflation. You know, that fun economic cocktail of rising prices and slowing growth. Meanwhile, FAA budget cuts are hitting hard, and it shows: Newark Airport is reportedly…

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Jacob Ward's Warning | News Vs. Propaganda 12:15

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In the Trump administration, the line between journalism and propaganda isn’t just blurry, it’s practically nonexistent. The White House is now openly sharing content from hyper-partisan outlets, cherry-picking spin over substance and pushing narratives that serve the MAGA agenda, facts optional. But here’s the complication: the First Amendment pro…

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HOT TOPICS | Mr. Deepfakes Exposed: The Ugly Truth About AI Porn Exploitation - May 7th, 2025 58:05

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Today, we’re digging into the explosive story behind Mr. Deepfakes, the man behind one of the most prolific non-consensual AI porn sites, who has finally been exposed. While he made money off stolen faces and fake fantasies, real women suffered the consequences: reputations damaged, careers impacted, and trauma inflicted without ever stepping in fr…

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7th May 1794: Cult of the Supreme Being formally announced by Robespierre in a meeting of the National Convention

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The Cult of the Supreme Being recognised that God had created the universe, but that He did not interfere or intervene in its operation. Therefore it taught that humans were responsible for their own actions and ...By Scott Allsop

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Lemon LIVE at 5 | Canada is NOT For Sale - May 6th, 2025 1:12:33

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In today’s Oval Office meeting with Canadian Prime Minister Carney, Trump once again leaned into his favorite fantasy: annexing Canada. After Carney firmly asserted that Canada is not for sale, Trump smirked and replied, “Never say never.” Yes, this is real life. As America spirals through economic instability and global backlash, Trump is out here…

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LEMON DROP | 2025 MET GALA: What Is Black Dandyism? 26:17

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Today we are joined by Samantha Barry, Editor-in-Chief of Glamour magazine, to unpack everything we saw at last night’s Met Gala. From bold looks to unexpected guests to the theme hits (and misses), we’re diving into the red carpet chaos and cultural conversation behind fashion’s biggest night. Who nailed it? And what does it all say about where fa…

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HOT TOPICS | Trump Wants to Reopen Alcatraz...What Could Go Wrong? - May 6th, 2025 48:17

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Because nothing says “freedom” like bringing back Alcatraz, Trump has now floated the idea of reopening the infamous prison island. Yes, that Alcatraz, the one we turned into a museum because we thought we were done with locking people away on remote rocks.So… why now? And who does he plan to put there? (Spoiler: it’s probably not white-collar crim…

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6th May 1983: The Hitler Diaries proven to be forgeries

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West Germany’s Federal Archives revealed that forensic tests proved the Hitler Diaries were ...By Scott Allsop

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Lemon LIVE at 5 | Trump Talks, Kemp Bails, and Diddy Heads to Court - May 5th, 2025 1:03:35

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It’s another chaotic day in the news cycle, and we’re breaking it all down. First up: Trump’s interview with Kristen Welker, where he served up a fresh batch of lies, deflections, and victimhood, and then cried “unfair” the moment she pushed back with facts. (We’ve seen this movie before. It never gets better.) Then we head to Georgia, where Govern…

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HOT TOPICS | Another Trump Interview, Another Fact-Free Meltdown - May 5th, 2025 58:08

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This weekend, Trump sat down with Kristen Welker, and—shocker—it went exactly how you'd expect. He made a parade of false and misleading claims, dodged every substantive question, and the moment he was actually pressed on facts? He whined that the interview was unfair. Because in Trump World, being held accountable = media bias. Same script, differ…

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4th May 1970: Ohio National Guardsmen shoot Kent State University students

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Ohio National Guardsmen shot and killed four Kent State University ...By Scott Allsop

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3rd May 1921: Partition of Ireland divides Ireland into two separate political entities

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The Government of Ireland Act established one parliament in Belfast for Northern Ireland and another in Dublin for Southern Ireland. While both remained under the authority of the United Kingdom, each was granted a degree of self-governance and the border remains today as the boundary between the Republic of Ireland and Northern ...…

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Lemon LIVE at 5 | Who Is This Week's SOUR LEMON?! - May 2nd, 2025 1:03:02

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Welcome to The Sour Lemon Special! Every week, we break down the most outrageous, corrupt, and downright awful behavior from the people in power—and this time, we’ve got a stacked lineup of contestants. Who will take home the title of this week’s Sour Lemon? You decide! Join Don and comedian Jay Jurden to break it all down! This episode is sponsore…

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HOT TOPICS | Trump's War With Harvard - May 2nd, 2025 57:02

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This morning, we’re diving into Trump’s increasingly authoritarian agenda because the vibes aren’t just bad, they’re fascist-adjacent. First up: Harvard. Trump’s declared war on the Ivy League, now threatening to revoke the university’s tax-exempt status because they didn’t align with his political narrative. Free speech? Academic freedom? Apparent…

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NFL Draft Recap - Ep. 96 54:33

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Send us a text Bobby, Justin, and Ryan the Packers and Vikings draft picks, and discuss some of the biggest surprises of the NFL Draft.By Bobby

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Uncle Shay Shay (S6:E5) 1:19:00

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Retired NFL legend and current sports analyst, co-host of ESPN’s talk show First Take Shannon Sharpe is facing serious allegations.

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2nd May 1670: Hudson’s Bay Company established with a royal charter from King Charles II of England

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The Hudson's Bay Company maintained a monopoly over trade in the area for over 200 years, ensuring it had a lasting impact on the economic and political development of what would later become ...By Scott Allsop

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Lemon LIVE at 5 | Waltz Out, Rubio In? What Is Even Happening? - May 1st, 2025 44:09

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Tonight on The Don Lemon Show, we’re breaking down the utter madness that is today’s news cycle because the Trump administration just pulled another political stunt straight out of the chaos playbook. First, Mike Waltz is out as National Security Advisor. Then, plot twist! He’s suddenly named U.N. Ambassador just hours later. And who’s filling in a…

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The Full Truth Of God Radio Podcast - Wednesdays In The Word Radio Broadcast - Wednesday April 23rd, 2025/Evening Bible Study 34:33

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The Full Truth Of God Radio Podcast - Wednesdays In The Word Radio Broadcast - Wednesday April 23rd, 2025/Evening Bible Study Please join us now in meditation and prayer. Our Father in heaven. We come before you in the name of Jesus Christ and in agreement with your holy word. Lord Jesus, it’s again this evening and tonight. That we come to thee, g…

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The rise of placeholder bills in Oregon’s Legislature 24:22

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Oregon lawmakers are increasingly relying on bills that are not what they initially seem. Lawmakers this session filed a record number of placeholder bills, which are often just empty vessels of legislation that morph into something more significant later in the legislative process. On the latest episode of OPB Politics Now, reporters Dirk VanderHa…

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The Setmayer Sound Off | Democrats, What Are You Doing?! 15:54

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Hey there Lemon Community! Co-Founder and CEO of The Seneca Project, Tara Setmayer brings us this week's episode of The Setmayer Sound Off! Tara reflects on the last 100 days and breaks down how the democrats are reacting. While Illinois Governor JB Pritzker and Senator Cory Booker are standing up to the Trump administration, others are busy bendin…

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HOT TOPICS | 100 Days of Mayhem...And They’re Celebrating? - May 1st, 2025 1:04:39

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Yesterday, Trump held a Cabinet meeting to reflect on the first 100 days of his second term, and let’s just say, reality did not make the guest list. Despite sinking approval ratings and plummeting public support for everything from tariffs to mass deportations, the administration spent the entire meeting showering Trump with praise like it was a l…

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1st May 1776: The forerunner of the Bavarian Illuminati was founded by Adam Weishaupt

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The Covenant of Perfectibility, the forerunner of the original Bavarian Illuminati, was founded by Adam Weishaupt in ...By Scott Allsop

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