I will never forget my first lesson in politics. It came early in life and involved California teachers unions. I attended public school, K-12, in Capistrano Unified School District (CUSD) located in affluent South Orange County. It’s a district known for high graduation rates and sought-after schools. In first grade, I caught daily sightings of …
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Here’s my latest Town Hall VIP column: Viewpoint fragility (noun): discomfort and defensiveness on the part of individuals, usually progressive media figures, when confronted by information that opposes or challenges their worldview. Those exhibiting the above tendencies are prone to social media outbursts, vigorously worship at the altar of censorship, and harbor deep-seeded elitism and …
In Episode 151 of District of Conservation, Gabriella discusses three important conservation/energy stories: Rep. Deb Haaland’s Interior Secretary confirmation hearing last week, H.R. 803 passing in the House of Representatives, and the brewing war between condor advocates and Big Wind. Listen on Apple Podcasts SHOW NOTES Haaland Hearing Overview + Manchin Pledges to Confirm Haaland HR 803 | Vote …
A Wild News Week: Deb Haaland Hearing, HR 803, Big Wind vs. Condor Conservation Read More »
Chasten Whitfield @chastenation is a 21-year-old founder of the charity #Chastenation and an up-and-coming tournament angler. She loves taking kids of all abilities—including those battling illnesses and cancer—fishing and giving them some joy. Our mutual friend Debbie Hansion told me to put her on my radar several years ago and I’m so glad she did. What’s her “why” in fishing? She …
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Last month, I argued how gun control policies run contrary to President Joe Biden’s pledge for unity. Unsurprisingly, the president intends to bypass Congress and enact his anti-gun agenda through executive orders. For instance, President Biden will direct the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, and Firearms (ATF) to add more firearms and related components to the National Firearms Act (NFA). He’ll also …
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Here’s my latest YouTube video.
That’s the gist of my Townhall column out today. Here’s an excerpt: Politicians are fighting for American workers, they tell us. They claim to represent their interests and endlessly beat the “pro-worker” drum. Does their rhetoric match their actions? Hardly. How can one be “pro-worker” while supporting legislation that destroys freelancing and displaces 59 million gig workers? They can’t. …
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In Episode 148 of District of Conservation, Gabriella discusses four important news stories you may have glossed over and reads some of your Apple Reviews. Listen on Apple Podcasts SHOW NOTES Texas power outage caused by Arctic storm (Reuters) HB 2655 – Repeal of Virginia Clean Economy Act | VCEA Bill + Fact Sheet | EIA: Virginia State Profile | Times-Dispatch Report …
Frozen Wind Turbines, VCEA Repeal, Biden Gun Control, WI Wolf Hunt Read More »
Congressman Byron Donalds (R-FL) is the subject of my latest Townhall column. Here’s an excerpt: Congressman Byron Donalds (R-FL) is determined to make a lasting impact in the House of Representatives. The freshman lawmaker, who represents Florida’s 19th Congressional District, recently made waves delivering his first House floor speech. Unsurprisingly, the newcomer is also doing his …
Must-Watch: My Interview with Congressman Byron Donalds Read More »
I made a little video celebrating this important milestone. Watch it here: