Author: Gramps

The angry old white man that the liberal left is so afraid of!

THE GOOD NEWS IS… UTAH HAS THE DEATH PENALTY!!

THE GOOD NEWS IS…
UTAH HAS THE DEATH PENALTY!!

Lethal injection
For all death penalty sentences handed down after May 3, 2004, lethal injection is the standard method of execution. The most recent execution in Utah, in August 2024, was by lethal injection using the drug pentobarbital.

Firing squad
Under Utah law, the firing squad can be used under the following exceptions:

Backup method: The firing squad is used if the state is unable to obtain the necessary drugs to perform a lethal injection 30 or more days before a scheduled execution. This provision was reinstated in 2015.

Constitutional challenges: If a court rules that lethal injection is unconstitutional, the firing squad becomes the method of execution.

“When you tear out a man’s tongue, you are not proving him a liar, you’re only telling the world that you fear what he might say.”

George R.R. Martin – A Clash of Kings

DONATE TO HELP SUPPORT CHARLIE KIRK’S WIFE AND CHILDREN

The U.S. State Department is asking Americans to report any foreigner living in America on a visa, if they are publicly celebrating the assassination of Charlie Kirk. Their Visas will be REVOKED!

Over TWO-HUNDRED-THOUSAND attended Charlies Memorial Service. How many will attend his assassin’s? My bet is ONLY TWO! His parents.

WHAT IS FASCISM?

Fascism is a far-right, authoritarian, and ultranationalist political ideology defined by a dictatorial leader, the forced suppression of opposition, and the supremacy of the nation or race over the individual. It first emerged in early 20th-century Europe and is most famously associated with Benito Mussolini’s Italy and Adolf Hitler’s Germany.
Key characteristics of fascism:
Although no single definition fully encompasses the ideology, scholars have identified several core characteristics:
  • Ultranationalism: Fascist ideology prioritizes the nation and its people above all else, often promoting a mythic vision of national rebirth from a state of perceived decay.
  • Authoritarianism and a cult of personality: Power is concentrated in the hands of a single dictatorial leader, often seen as a charismatic figure who embodies the national will. The leader’s authority is absolute and unquestionable.
  • Militarism and political violence: Fascism glorifies military strength and views violence as a legitimate and often necessary tool for political change and national rejuvenation. Fascist movements frequently use paramilitary groups to intimidate and attack opponents.
  • Suppression of opposition: Fascist regimes use censorship, secret police, and organized terror to forcibly suppress any political dissent or criticism. Free and fair elections are manipulated or eliminated.
  • Emphasis on hierarchy: Fascism believes in a natural social hierarchy where individuals and their interests are subordinated to the state and the elite. This often comes with an obsession with order and discipline.
  • Hostility to other ideologies: Fascism is fundamentally anti-communist, anti-liberal, and anti-democratic. It actively opposes ideologies that promote individualism, class conflict, or internationalism.
  • Scapegoating and xenophobia: Fascist movements cultivate an “in-group versus out-group” dynamic, demonizing minority groups, immigrants, and political opponents to divert public anger and unify the populace. German Nazism is the most extreme example, with its genocidal racism. 
Historical examples:
  • Benito Mussolini’s Italy: As the originator of the term, Mussolini’s National Fascist Party took power in 1922 and established the first fascist state. His regime emphasized national rebirth based on the glories of the Roman Empire and used paramilitary Blackshirts to consolidate power.
  • Adolf Hitler’s Germany: The Nazi Party, an offshoot of fascism, came to power in 1933. While sharing core fascist traits, Nazism was more heavily rooted in biological racism and antisemitism, leading to the Holocaust and aggressive imperialist expansion.
  • Francisco Franco’s Spain: After the Spanish Civil War, Franco’s military dictatorship, which incorporated many fascist elements from the Falange party, ruled Spain until the 1970s. 
Is fascism a historical or modern phenomenon?
While most scholars view fascism as a phenomenon specific to the period between World Wars I and II, its core characteristics and tactics can reappear in modern political movements. These contemporary groups are sometimes referred to as “neo fascist” or “post-fascist”. In today’s political discourse, the term “fascist” is often used pejoratively, and contemporary movements rarely label themselves as such due to its negative historical association. 

Why do East Indians Wear Turbans

East Indian turbans are primarily worn by Sikhs (as a dastar) and certain Hindu men, monks, and Muslims (as an Imama).

For Sikhs, the turban is a mandated article of faith to cover their unshorn hair (kesh), symbolizing commitment to their faith, equality, and unity. Other groups wear turbans for religious, cultural, and status reasons, such as Hindu monks for spirituality, or as a symbol of prestige, dignity, or simply for practical protection from the sun and dust in hot climates.

Reasons for turban wearing:
Religious Symbolism (Sikhism):

Commitment and Identity: The dastar is a sign of commitment to the Gurus and a symbol of the unique Sikh identity, worn by initiated members of the Khalsa order.

Unshorn Hair: It covers the long, uncut hair (kesh), which is a belief that the body is God’s creation and should not be altered.

Equality: Historically, turbans were a symbol of royal or high-class status, but the Sikh faith adopted it to promote social equality, making it a sign of dignity for all Sikhs regardless of caste.

Spiritual Connection: Wearing a turban signifies a spiritual connection and accountability for the Sikh’s commitment to the teachings of the Gurus.

Cultural and Practical Reasons:
Status and Prestige: In some cultures, the turban is a symbol of social status, dignity, and prestige, worn by individuals like the Rajputs of Rajasthan.

Practical Protection: Turbans provide protection from the sun’s rays, dust, and wind, which is why they are common headwear in hot climates.

Traditional Practice: Wearing a turban is also a traditional headdress for Hindu monks and Sufi scholars, and a traditional part of Punjabi dress.

Regional and Ceremonial Use: The style of the turban can vary and indicate regional or religious identity, or serve ceremonial purposes.

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The Alien Registration Act

The Alien Registration Act of 1940 is a U.S. law requiring foreign nationals aged 14 and older, who remain in the U.S. for 30 days or more, to register and be fingerprinted with the federal government. This law was passed due to national security concerns related to World War II and has historically not been regularly enforced. However, as of April 11, 2025, a new regulation began enforcing the registration requirement for all unregistered non citizens in the U.S.. Failure to register or carry proof of registration can result in fines, imprisonment, or deportation.
 

Who Must Register?

You must register if you are a foreign national (alien) aged 14 or older who will be in the U.S. for 30 days or longer and have not already registered or been fingerprinted. This includes individuals who are present in the U.S. without legal status. 

Who is Already Registered?

Many noncitizens are already considered to have registered, including: 

  • Lawful Permanent Residents (Green Card holders)
  • Individuals who received a visa and were fingerprinted during the visa application process
  • Nonimmigrants admitted with an I-94 form
  • Individuals granted immigration parole
  • Persons with an Employment Authorization Document

The Registration Process 

  • Complete the Form: You must fill out a specific form (Form G-325R is currently used) on the USCIS website.
  • Provide Biometric Data: You will be called for a biometrics appointment to submit fingerprints.
  • Receive Proof of Registration: After completing the process, you will receive proof of your alien registration.
Key Requirements
  • Carry Proof of Registration:

    Individuals 18 and older must always carry proof of registration, such as an I-94 or Green Card. 

    Report Address Changes:
    Registered aliens must report any change of address to USCIS within 10 days of moving. 

Did President Trump EVER Call Fallen U.S. Soldiers Losers & Suckers?

The short answer is a definite NO!

The Facts Behind The Claim That Trump Once Called Fallen US Soldiers ‘Suckers’ and ‘Losers’

The rumor originated from a 2020 story by the left leaning Atlantic. After it was published, a number of lame stream, Fake News, leftist media outlets reported on the alleged comment, relying entirely on anonymous sources from the Trump administration.

There was no independent footage or documented proof to substantiate the claim and Trump vehemently denies that he once called service members “losers” and “suckers.

In short; it NEVER happened! The ridiculous claim is akin to the demon rats Russia Collusion HOAX!

Annual Inflation Rates 2020-2025

Table: Annual Inflation Rates

To find annual inflation rates for a calendar year, look to the December column. For instance, the inflation rate in 2024 was 2.9%. Meanwhile, the “Ave” column shows the average inflation rate for each year using CPI data. In 2023, the average inflation rate was 4.1%. These average rates are published by the BLS but are rarely discussed in the news media, taking a Back seat to the actual rate of inflation for a given calendar year.

Year Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Ave
2025 3.0 2.8 2.4 2.3 2.4 2.7 2.7 Avail.
Sept.
11
2024 3.1 3.2 3.5 3.4 3.3 3.0 2.9 2.5 2.4 2.6 2.7 2.9 2.9
2023 6.4 6.0 5.0 4.9 4.0 3.0 3.2 3.7 3.7 3.2 3.1 3.4 4.1
2022 7.5 7.9 8.5 8.3 8.6 9.1 8.5 8.3 8.2 7.7 7.1 6.5 8.0
2021 1.4 1.7 2.6 4.2 5.0 5.4 5.4 5.3 5.4 6.2 6.8 7.0 4.7
2020 2.5 2.3 1.5 0.3 0.1 0.6 1.0 1.3 1.4 1.2 1.2 1.4 1.2
2019 1.6 1.5 1.9 2.0 1.8 1.6 1.8 1.7 1.7 1.8 2.1 2.3 1.8
2018 2.1 2.2 2.4 2.5 2.8 2.9 2.9 2.7 2.3 2.5 2.2 1.9 2.4
2017 2.5 2.7 2.4 2.2 1.9 1.6 1.7 1.9 2.2 2.0 2.2 2.1 2.1
2016 1.4 1.0 0.9 1.1 1.0 1.0 0.8 1.1 1.5 1.6 1.7 2.1 1.3
2015 -0.1 0.0 -0.1 -0.2 0.0 0.1 0.2 0.2 0.0 0.2 0.5 0.7 0.1
2014 1.6 1.1 1.5 2.0 2.1 2.1 2.0 1.7 1.7 1.7 1.3 0.8 1.6
2013 1.6 2.0 1.5 1.1 1.4 1.8 2.0 1.5 1.2 1.0 1.2 1.5 1.5
2012 2.9 2.9 2.7 2.3 1.7 1.7 1.4 1.7 2.0 2.2 1.8 1.7 2.1
2011 1.6 2.1 2.7 3.2 3.6 3.6 3.6 3.8 3.9 3.5 3.4 3.0 3.2
2010 2.6 2.1 2.3 2.2 2.0 1.1 1.2 1.1 1.1 1.2 1.1 1.5 1.6
2009 0 0.2 -0.4 -0.7 -1.3 -1.4 -2.1 -1.5 -1.3 -0.2 1.8 2.7 -0.4
2008 4.3 4.0 4.0 3.9 4.2 5.0 5.6 5.4 4.9 3.7 1.1 0.1 3.8
2007 2.1 2.4 2.8 2.6 2.7 2.7 2.4 2.0 2.8 3.5 4.3 4.1 2.8
2006 4.0 3.6 3.4 3.5 4.2 4.3 4.1 3.8 2.1 1.3 2.0 2.5 3.2
2005 3.0 3.0 3.1 3.5 2.8 2.5 3.2 3.6 4.7 4.3 3.5 3.4 3.4
2004 1.9 1.7 1.7 2.3 3.1 3.3 3.0 2.7 2.5 3.2 3.5 3.3 2.7
2003 2.6 3.0 3.0 2.2 2.1 2.1 2.1 2.2 2.3 2.0 1.8 1.9 2.3
2002 1.1 1.1 1.5 1.6 1.2 1.1 1.5 1.8 1.5 2.0 2.2 2.4 1.6
2001 3.7 3.5 2.9 3.3 3.6 3.2 2.7 2.7 2.6 2.1 1.9 1.6 2.8
2000 2.7 3.2 3.8 3.1 3.2 3.7 3.7 3.4 3.5 3.4 3.4 3.4 3.4

*Data Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics: All items in U.S. city average, all urban consumers, not seasonally adjusted.

DOGE Has Saved YOU $1,180.00

DEPT. OF GOVERNMENT EFFICIENCY

Estimated Savings: $190 BILLION (and counting!)
Combination of asset sales, contract/lease cancellations and renegotiations, fraud and improper payment deletion, grant cancellations, interest savings, programmatic changes, regulatory savings, and workforce reductions.

Amount Saved Per Taxpayer: $1,180.00 (How much this has saved YOU, personally – SO FAR)
Per taxpayer amount is calculated using an estimate of 161 million individual federal taxpayers.

HOW DARE THEM!

Justice For Ashli Babbitt!

Mr. President, PLEASE have your DOJ initiate an OFFICIAL and THOROUGH INVESTIGATION into the MURDER of Honorably discharged, U.S. Air Force Veteran, Ashli Babbitt! She was MURDERED in cold blood right inside our own Nation’s Capital Building! NEVER FORGET!

 

Ashli didn’t escape the biden assassin’s bullet!  Justice MUST BE SERVED!