In an interview released on Wednesday, Mike Rowe, the host of “Dirty Jobs,” conveyed to Tucker Carlson, co-founder of the Daily Caller, that Americans might be gradually comprehending the significance of pursuing a college education. Rowe further elaborated to Carlson that recent research suggesting that young individuals are placing less importance on a college education is actually a positive development. This viewpoint prompted agreement from Tucker Carlson, the creator of the Tucker Carlson Network (TCN), who concurred that possessing a diploma does not necessarily equate to being educated.

“Do you see any evidence that, I know people are listening to you, and I, again, would argue I haven’t seen anyone kind of refute what you’re saying,” Tucker said. “But do you have any sense that it’s there’s changing, that it’s moving?”

Rowe stated that the societal norm of pursuing higher education after completing high school is widely accepted by the majority of Americans. He compared the act of endorsing beliefs that one does not truly agree with to the conduct of individuals on Twitter, labeling it as a form of “collective illusion.”

“If you look for it, you’ll see it everywhere. It’s mind-boggling,” Rowe told Carlson. “And this was kind of a wake-up call for me because for 15 years I’ve been talking about this deeply held belief.”

“The parents and guidance counselors are, truly believe that the best path for their kids, is this most expensive path,” Rowe continued. “But the latest research. When you really sit people down and take a deep, deep dive … Gen Z right now is ranking the importance of a college education out of 50 different things at 47.”

“That seems high,” Carlson reacted.

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The Walt Disney Co. is ending its dispute with Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis regarding development control around its Florida resort, as reported by The Wall Street Journal as a “capitulation.”

Everything we’ve done has been in the best interests of the state of Florida, and we have been vindicated on all those actions,” DeSantis said.

“Going forward, we’re going to continue to govern with the best interests of the state of Florida,” he added.

Disney initiated the opening move in the ongoing conflict with the Republican governor by criticizing a bill he supported to safeguard parental rights in education, aligning with opponents who argued it was anti-LGBT.

In retaliation, DeSantis established the Central Florida Tourism Oversight District to supervise Disney-related initiatives, displacing the pro-Disney Reedy Creek Improvement District.

Nevertheless, prior to the dissolution of the previous board, it greenlit several projects to solidify the development schemes desired by Disney. The resolution now largely entrusts these decisions to the new board.

.@GovRonDeSantis' Parental Rights in Education Act is still the unaltered law of the land in Florida. Disney lost every court battle they fought. Disney is still no longer self-governing in Reedy Creek. All Disney's 11th hour long term agreements are null and void. DeSantis wins.

— Sean Nelson (@BunglesLife) March 28, 2024

“I’m glad that they were able to do that settlement, those eleventh-hour covenants and restrictions were never gonna be valid, we knew that. The challenge to the state oversight board to replace Reedy Creek, that’s not going anywhere, obviously that was dismissed in district court,” the governor said Wednesday.

“No corporation should be its own government,” Bryan Griffin, the communications director for the governor, said in a statement.

"Disney Succumbs to Ron DeSantis in Fight Over Florida Tax District" is a headline the WSJ hated to write. 🙂 https://t.co/xnHBfdQDVA

— Michele (@Cheley5588) March 28, 2024

Remember all these ridiculous headlines from the media? Turns out (to no one's surprise) they were all wrong.

Disney TODAY concedes last-minute deals were "null", "void", "unenforceable."

How many of these media outlets will be issuing corrections? https://t.co/ZrvGTUBL4c pic.twitter.com/XKWxttuNva

— Bryan Griffin (@BryanDGriffin) March 27, 2024

Officer Jonathan Diller’s tragic demise has plunged the New York City Police Department into mourning. The 31-year-old officer was fatally shot while conducting a routine traffic stop in Queens.

It was later revealed that the perpetrator responsible for this heinous act was a career criminal, having been arrested a staggering 21 times. This revelation has sparked widespread outrage, with numerous individuals questioning how such an individual was allowed to roam freely on the streets.

In a show of solidarity and respect, President Trump has declared his intention to attend Officer Diller’s wake, honoring his memory. The NYPD extended an invitation to the President, recognizing him as the sole presidential candidate who consistently supports and stands alongside law enforcement.

“President Trump is moved by the invitation to join NYPD Officer Jonathan Diller’s family and colleagues as they deal with his senseless and tragic death,” Trump campaign spokeswoman Karoline Leavitt announced.

Dave Portnoy, the creator of Barstool Sports, successfully gathered $1.5 million to support Officer Diller’s family. At the same time, Presidents Biden, Obama, and Clinton are scheduled to be in New York City today for a high-profile fundraiser, rather than to pay tribute to Officer Diller.

It is crucial for Democrats to distance themselves from the negative portrayal of law enforcement that has infiltrated their party. Additionally, voters must make a stand against politicians who are against law enforcement when casting their votes.

In the interim, I kindly ask you to spare a moment to pray for Officer Diller’s wife and their young son.

An investigation into election integrity has revealed that a significant percentage of registered voters in 26 U.S. states are fake, ranging from 7% to 18%.

Omega4America conducted the investigation and discovered that these fake voters either do not exist or their addresses are fabricated. After conducting a thorough audit of voter rolls in various states, the firm found a concerning number of “phantom voters” registered.

Despite the identification of fake voters on the rolls, state election officials have not taken any action to remove this misleading information. As the November election approaches, Omega4America is sounding the alarm on these issues, warning that President Donald Trump may face losses in all 7 swing states due to the lack of action taken.

“And while phantoms aren’t coming off voter rolls any time soon, citizens can stop mail-in ballots from going to them if they reside at ineligible addresses – which enough do to impact the outcome in every swing state,” Omega4America said in a statement.

“Every state we test, all 26, has from 7% to 18% of its registered voters who either do not exist, or reside at addresses that do not exist, or live at real addresses – that are gas stations, convenience stores, or restaurants.

“We call them addresses ‘without bedrooms.’

“Phantoms – chased by voter integrity teams for the last 36 months – remain on voter rolls in droves.

“The handful taken off are replaced by brethren. It’s in the data.”

“Sovereign voter fraud remains a threat – because it works.” the group asserts.

Last month a report on a study that revealed mail-in ballot fraud “almost certainly” influenced the outcome of the 2020 election, favoring Democrat President Joe Biden. This finding contradicts the narrative pushed by the Democrats, corporate media, and Big Tech, who have consistently claimed that the 2020 election was the safest and most accurate in history. Those who dare to question Biden’s victory have faced censorship, character assassination as “conspiracy theorists,” and even imprisonment.

Republicans who challenge Democrat election wins are branded as “election deniers,” while Democrats who question the results are hailed as defenders of democracy. The Heartland Institute recently conducted a groundbreaking study, which found that voter fraud was widespread enough to sway the outcome in all six crucial swing states.

The evidence used in the study included confessions from voters who admitted to committing election fraud through mail-in ballots. In late 2023, the Heartland Institute and Rasmussen Reports conducted a survey to measure the extent of voter fraud in the 2020 election.

“We asked 1,085 voters who participated in the 2020 election about their voting behaviors three years prior,” the Heartland Institute said in a statement.

“To our surprise, the results showed that at least one in five mail-in voters admitted to committing ballot fraud in the 2020 election.

“Our findings caused quite a stir in the media, especially among those who suspected the 2020 election was not completely secure due to the dubious changes to voting rules state officials unconstitutionally imposed under the cover of COVID-19.”

“Shortly after the poll was released, former President Trump called it “the most important poll released in the last 20 years” and “the biggest story of the year.”

“Eventually, we began to wonder if we could apply the poll results to publicly available election data to determine whether mail-in voter fraud impacted the outcome of the election. This was no easy task.

“After extensive analysis using the raw survey data provided by Rasmussen coupled with state-based and other reputable sources documenting mail-in vote totals, we concluded that mail-in voter fraud almost certainly changed the 2020 election outcome in all six of the crucial swing states.”

California is preparing for a significant increase in its minimum wage to $20, set to begin in April. Fast-food chains in the state are getting ready for the financial impact by making changes such as job cuts and operational adjustments.

As reported by The Wall Street Journal, some restaurants, especially pizza chains, have started reducing staff to lessen the expected effects on their finances. Michael Ojeda, a 29-year-old Pizza Hut driver from Ontario, California, expressed his disappointment to the newspaper, saying, “Pizza Hut was my career for almost ten years, and it was taken away with little warning.”

Last year, multiple Pizza Hut franchises in California submitted notices to comply with the Worker Adjustment and Retraining Notification Act, indicating the end of delivery services and the loss of many delivery driver positions.

Similarly, Southern California Pizza Co. announced layoffs in December that impacted around 841 drivers in the state and various Pizza Hut locations in different counties. A spokesperson for Southern California Pizza Co. acknowledged the workforce changes, attributing them to a transition to third-party delivery services.

“While it is unfortunate, we look at this as a transfer of jobs,” the statement read. “Many California restaurant operators are following the same approach due to rising operating costs.”

Acknowledging the potential ripple effects, FAT Brands admitted that delivery fees might increase, leading to higher prices for customers due to the transition.

Brian Hom, the proprietor of two Vitality Bowls eateries in San Jose, echoed these sentiments. He mentioned that he now operates with a smaller staff to counterbalance rising labor costs, resulting in longer wait times and potentially higher menu prices for customers. The impending wage law, which affects employees in fast-food chains with 60 or more locations nationwide, has sparked a heated debate.

Advocates argue that many fast-food workers are not just teenagers in entry-level positions, challenging the opposition’s narrative. On the other hand, California Assembly Republican leader James Gallagher criticized the mandate, stating, “Restaurants are struggling to survive, and Democrats just made it harder for them.”

However, amidst the enforcement of the wage law, there have been allegations of favoritism. Initially exempt from the law, Panera Bread came under scrutiny after accusations emerged that California Governor Gavin Newsom pushed for the exemption to benefit billionaire Greg Flynn, a significant donor. Governor Newsom denied the allegations and announced in February that Panera would have to comply with the new law.

As California prepares for the significant changes that will come with the $20 minimum wage, the state’s fast-food industry is navigating uncertain territory, dealing with the challenges of following the law and maintaining financial sustainability in a landscape marked by rising operational costs and changing consumer demands.

The Republican Party’s control of the House following the 2022 elections did not result in the anticipated “red wave,” despite having a comfortable majority. However, the GOP’s dominance has been gradually diminishing over the last 18 months due to various factors, including early retirements and internal conflicts. These issues have led to a slim one-vote majority for the Republicans, putting them at risk of losing control to the Democrats before the upcoming November election. This situation presents the Democrats with the chance to advance more of President Joe Biden’s progressive agenda.

“Control of the House of Representatives has never flipped in the middle of a Congress. But if it’s going to happen, the 118th Congress is as ripe for that possibility,” Fox News’s political analyst Chad Pergram reported.

He noted further:

“House Republicans face chaos in their conference. Members who planned to retire next January are now ditching Capitol Hill early. The House is an acrimonious place with yet another move afoot to dethrone the Speaker. FOX is told that other Republicans are angling to get out as soon as they can. A big payday in the private sector could lure some members to cash in their voting cards early.”

The term “Congress” is used to refer to the gathering of House members and Senators in Washington. It signifies the act of coming together. The Capitol has been the meeting place for lawmakers since the establishment of the 1st Congress in 1789 at Federal Hall in New York City. Currently, the 118th Congress is in session, which began on January 3, 2023, and will conclude on January 3 next year.

This particular Congress was elected by voters in November 2022, with House members and a third of the Senators being elected. The next Congress, the 119th, will commence on January 3 next year. It is worth mentioning that the Republicans initially anticipated a majority of around 50 seats in the 118th Congress, but their actual majority turned out to be smaller.

The process of electing a Speaker, Kevin McCarthy, took several days and was further complicated by the possibility of a single member voting to vacate the Speaker’s chair, which eventually occurred a few months later due to the actions of Rep. Matt Gaetz-R-Fla.

In the Senate, the set of seats contested this year are in extremely favourable states for Republicans. In the House, Democrats campaigning against the chaos of GOP leadership may manage to wrest back control. A double flip has never happened before https://t.co/uPv5F6HJ6f

— Andy Langenkamp (@AndyLangenkamp) March 25, 2024

Judge Juan Merchan of New York recently ruled in favor of Alvin Bragg by granting the Manhattan district attorney’s request to implement a gag order on President Donald Trump.

Bragg, who receives financial support from billionaire George Soros, insisted on silencing Trump with a gag order in the case involving “hush-money” payments. Merchan issued the order against the presumed 2024 GOP presidential nominee on Tuesday.

The judge, known for his contributions to Democratic causes, including President Joe Biden, cited Trump’s previous extrajudicial statements as the basis for his decision. He argued that Trump’s statements pose a significant risk to the administration of justice.

Merchan mandated that Trump refrain from making or instructing others to make public statements about witnesses, their potential involvement, counsel in the case (excluding Bragg), court staff, DA staff, or their family members.

Additionally, the Democratic judge prohibited Trump from making or instructing others to make public statements about any potential or selected juror.

Merchan justified his ruling by pointing out Trump’s past behavior during other legal proceedings, likely alluding to the lengthy non-jury civil “fraud” trial related to the case initiated by New York’s Democratic Attorney General Letitia James.

In his ruling, Merchan writes:

“Indeed, his statements were threatening, inflammatory, denigrating, and the targets of his statements ranged from local and federal officials, court and court state prosecutors and staff assigned to the cases, and private individuals including grand jurors performing their civic duty.

“The consequences of those statements included not only fear on the part of the individual targeted but also the assignment of increased security resources to investigate threats and protect the individuals and family members thereof.”

Merchan declared on Monday that the trial is set to commence on April 15. Bragg charged Trump with 34 counts of falsifying business records in the first degree. Trump entered a plea of not guilty to all accusations.

Bragg alleged that Trump “repeatedly and fraudulently falsified New York business records to conceal criminal conduct that hid damaging information from the voting public during the 2016 presidential election.”

In relation to the purported hush-money payments made during the 2016 presidential campaign, charges have been brought forth. However, it is worth noting that in 2019, federal prosecutors in the Southern District of New York decided against charging Trump in connection with the alleged payments made to adult film actress Stormy Daniels and former Playboy model Karen McDougal. Furthermore, the Federal Election Commission (FEC) concluded its investigation into this issue in 2021.

Former President Donald Trump is set to join the ranks of the 500 wealthiest individuals globally as his media company goes public on Tuesday. The Trump Media & Technology Group (TMTG) was established by Trump in February 2021 to create an alternative social media platform, “Truth Social,” after he was banned from Twitter in January 2021.

Following a merger with DWAC, a special-purpose acquisition corporation, TMTG will now be listed on the Nasdaq stock exchange. Trump’s 58% stake in the company is valued at $3.9 billion, boosting his net worth to $6.4 billion. Despite varying estimates of his wealth, Trump’s financial standing is expected to rise significantly with this development.

Truth Social, though experiencing losses, remains a platform where Trump actively engages with his followers, similar to his previous use of Twitter. Trump will be unable to sell his stake in TMTG for at least six months after trading begins.

The Cook County state’s attorney hopeful with progressive views has significantly narrowed the margin in the primary election following the sudden appearance of over 10,000 votes in Chicago.

The Chicago Board of Elections announced an increase of over 10,000 votes on Saturday, attributing the oversight to director Max Bever’s admission that mail-in votes had been inadvertently omitted from the initial count.

“In adding up the total number of Vote By Mail ballots the Board had received back so far, I mistakenly left out additional ballots that had been received back via USPS the evening of Monday, March 18,” Bever said, according to WBBM-TV

“I traded speed for accuracy in reporting out numbers this week as quickly as I could. I truly regret this error on my part and for the confusion that it has caused the voters of Chicago. I will share updated numbers only when they are accurate and verified,” Bever claimed.

The office reported an increase of 368,990 ballots after the new votes were included, resulting in a citywide turnout of 24.44%. Cook County has a total of 1,509,554 registered voters. At present, Eileen O’Neill Burke is leading Clayton Harris III by a narrow margin of 4,771 votes.

However, Harris, the “progressive” candidate supported by the Democratic party, has been steadily narrowing the lead. Harris also has the endorsement of various unions and the Cook County Democratic Party chairman. On the other hand, O’Neill Burke has focused her campaign on being tougher on crime in a city grappling with a rising crime rate.

O’Neill Burke previously said, “We have people in business leaving every day because of crime; make no mistake about it, the economic viability of Chicago is on the ballot this year.”

O’Neill Burke holds a fundraising edge as reported by the Associated Press prior to the election. Given the Democrats’ voter registration advantage in the region, the victor of the Democratic primary is expected to secure the position of the state’s attorney in the upcoming November election.

The race aims to fill the vacancy left by Kim Foxx, the Cook County States Attorney who was backed by George Soros and decided not to seek reelection following backlash over her lenient approach to crime.

California is facing a persistent issue of crime, exacerbated by district attorneys who fail to hold criminals accountable. In response to this, parents of students at the University of California, Berkeley have taken action. They have managed to raise $42,000 to finance private security guards who patrol the vicinity of the campus.

These guards, known as the SafeBears ambassadors, monitor sidewalks and bicycle routes adjacent to the campus, but are not allowed to enter the university’s premises. Their duties include avoiding physical altercations, documenting interactions with the public, and alerting authorities in case of serious criminal incidents. Since their deployment, the SafeBears have escorted 49 individuals, interacted with the public nine times, and provided information to 42 visitors.

While the guards have limitations in their scope of action, their recruitment alone sends a strong message to UC Berkeley and the state as a whole. Parents of students are optimistic that the university will address these concerns by bolstering the campus police force, ideally with funding from the exorbitant tuition fees.

To date, the SafeBears ambassadors have provided safety escort services to 49 people, engaged nine times with people living on the street and conveyed visitor information to 42 people.

As of Monday, they had not intervened in any disturbances. https://t.co/P7we9cidn1

— San Francisco Chronicle (@sfchronicle) March 19, 2024

Campus-goers have widely appreciated the increased security presence due to concerns over past incidents. Senior Salvador Bravo mentioned witnessing students being chased with knives. Despite not experiencing harm themselves, students receive emergency alerts from UC police almost daily.

However, the security program has faced criticism. Some worry about the legal liability of parents who hire private security if harm occurs. Additionally, there are concerns about the $42,000 cost for just 17 days of security. UC Berkeley law professor Jonathan Simon described the brief security as more of a stunt than a study. Nevertheless, the public’s perceived need for heightened security reflects the state of California. Data supports the concerns of UC Berkeley parents, with robberies and aggravated assaults increasing significantly between 2021 and 2022.

Interestingly, the same parents worried about rising criminal activity likely voted for the politicians allowing it. Despite the campus being predominantly liberal, with only 4 percent identifying as conservative, students and parents alike seem to want increased security measures.