Hamtramck's Pride Flag Controversy and Tensions We discussed the city of Hamtramck, Michigan, which has become more diverse with immigrants from various backgrounds. The city's decision to block the display of the pride flag on city property has angered the LGBQT+ community and some allies, who feel betrayed by the lack of support they provided to the immigrant community. The issue has led to increased tension and vandalism of pride flags on private property. Strategic Move of Muslim Community Discussed They also pointed out the strategic move of the Muslim community in the current situation, using the group's values to their advantage. The conversation ended with Lake asking for the opinions of the others on the matter. Portland and Vancouver's Challenges and Policy Experiments Jay discussed the challenges faced by Portland and Vancouver, including violence, a Fentanyl and homelessness crisis, a pandemic, and progressive policy experiments. He highlighted the city's decriminalization of all drugs as a significant policy experiment and the dissatisfaction of some liberals with the government. Lake also mentioned the city's struggles with rising rates of homelessness, Fentanyl abuse, and a negative national reputation, leading to a significant exodus of residents and taxable income. The city's government structure has been altered, with 19 people running for mayor and 98 for city council seats. The conversation ended with concerns about reverting to old punitive policies instead of better implementing new progressive ideas. Portland's Liberal Policies and Election Polls The group discussed their thoughts on Portland's liberal policies and perceived lack of consequences for lawlessness, agreeing that the city has long been problematic. They also analyzed the latest polls showing a tie between Trump and Harris, with Angel suggesting Trump may win due to Harris being an underwhelming candidate rather than his own strategic advantage. Additionally, they touched on the edited 60 Minutes interview where Harris's stance on Israel seemed stronger than her actual comments. The group concluded that despite media efforts to portray Trump as having no chance, he might still prevail in the election. Electoral College Predictions and Implications Jay, chris, and Angel discussed the electoral college numbers and predictions for the upcoming election. Trump was leading in several key states, but the margins were slight. chris expressed confidence that Trump would win, citing Hillary Clinton's unpopularity in 2016. Lake criticized Kamala Harris's comments about hurricane relief aid. The conversation also touched on the potential impacts of eliminating the electoral college system. Jay planned to check the numbers daily leading up to the election. Doritos After Dark Restaurant Opening Discussion Jay shared details about the Doritos After Dark restaurant opening in Los Angeles, featuring unique Doritos-inspired menu items like Doritos-flavored margaritas and burritos. chris expressed interest in trying the dishes, while Angel was less enthusiastic. The restaurant's colorful ambiance reminded Lake of the Taco Bell fine dining scene in the movie Demolition Man. CD Sales Resurgence and Physical Media Discussion We discussed the resurgence of CD sales, attributing it to a desire for tangible connection to music, better sound quality, nostalgia, and affordability. chris and Angel agreed, emphasizing the importance of owning physical media and the potential loss of content due to licensing issues with digital platforms. They also discussed the high cost of digital subscription services and the ongoing market for physical media like vinyl records, CDs, and video games. https://www.politico.com/news/2024/10/09/portland-oregon-2024-elections-00182935 https://www.newsunzip.com/news/a-pride-flag-ban-sparks-accusations-of-betrayal-in-tiny-michigan-city/ https://fox8.com/news/doritos-to-open-its-first-ever-restaurant/?fbclid=IwZXh0bgNhZW0CMTEAAR00JoE8oITQSz5GbNYpj_np6RMBwSX16numZuyGwS5h4a80XvRtLlFQglw_aem_X8CDqJxchtiiRzLxf8Dexw Fairly Decent Golf on Insta YouTube & TikTok Rae Faba - fine art from the Great Lakes Team Mandalore - keep cycling weird i paint akron -Local artists bringing art instruction to the masses. Art for the people, forever!! https://www.etsy.com/shop/AkronApothecary BUY TODD'S GAY SOAP! DEFEAT SWAMP ASS!!
