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Has Trump Accomplished Anything of Value?
Are you one of the millions of Americans who can’t think of a single positive thing Trump has accomplished in his five years in office? Even though roughly half the country thinks he’s doing a good job, you may see things differently. You might even believe him to be flawed, reckless, or unfit for the role. While it’s conceivable that this media darling of yesteryear – once toasted by Jesse Jackson, Al Sharpton, and Oprah Winfrey – suddenly became a Nazi, there’s another logi

Gary Peyrot
14 hours ago6 min read


Grizzly Bears Back in California? SB 1305 Is a Recipe for Tragedy, Not Triumph
California lawmakers are on the verge of reviving one of the state’s most dangerous predators — and the rest of us will pay the price with our safety, our livestock, and potentially our lives.
Senate Bill 1305, the so-called “California Grizzly Restoration Act,” was quietly introduced in February by Sen. Laura Richardson (D-Inglewood). It doesn’t dump grizzly bears into the wild tomorrow, but it does something almost as reckless: it declares it official state policy to bring

Elisa Ballard
1 day ago3 min read


The Supreme Court Must Uphold President Trump’s Executive Order on Birthright Citizenship
Two days after oral arguments in Trump v. Barbara, the early indications are that the Supreme Court appears poised to strike down President Trump’s January 20, 2025, executive order restricting automatic birthright citizenship. Justices from across the ideological spectrum—including Chief Justice Roberts and Trump appointees Gorsuch, Kavanaugh, and Barrett—expressed deep skepticism about the administration’s reading of the 14th Amendment’s Citizenship Clause.

Rex Ballard
4 days ago4 min read


Another Example of Liberals Having to Cheat to Win
In a brazen act of political vandalism that reeks of desperation, someone has launched a targeted campaign of theft against yard signs supporting Clint Curtis for Shasta County Clerk in District 2. All along the roadways in District 2, Clint Curtis signs are disappearing overnight. Local supporters report that the thefts are not random — they are systematic, hitting high-visibility spots where voters driving by would see them every day.

Rex Ballard
Mar 282 min read


The single-issue campaign
We have two candidates for supervisor running single-issue campaigns—election integrity. While this issue is honorable, is this the best use of time and energy, given that the board appears to have spent about 2% of its time over the past 4 years on this issue? Are these candidates willing to spend 98% of their time working on the issues of the larger government and managing an almost 7-million-dollar budget? There are over 20 distinct functional areas or departments in the c
Letter to the Editor
Mar 191 min read


Exposed: Redding's Backdoor Tax Grab – Utility Rate Hikes Shoved Down Citizens' Throats After Sales Tax Rejection
In a brazen display of fiscal maneuvering, the City of Redding is poised to ram through an 18% cumulative electric rate increase over the next 3.5 years via the Redding Electric Utility (REU)—just months after voters decisively rejected a proposed 1% sales tax hike in the November 2025 election. Measure A, which aimed to boost the city's sales tax from 7.25% to 8.25% and generate an estimated $30 million annually, was shot down by a resounding 63-64% of voters.

Rex Ballard
Mar 34 min read


Gospel Moment
Yet, amidst this chaos, we must recognize a deeper truth: we are not merely witnesses to geopolitical strife but participants in an ancient, cosmic battle between the Light of the Lord and the forces of evil on earth. This is no metaphor for the faint-hearted; it is the spiritual reality described in Scripture.

Rex Ballard
Mar 34 min read


Over 10,000 Petition Signers: Chance to Speak Tuesday at Special Board Meeting on the Blocking of Measure B
Over 10,000 Shasta County citizens signed the petition to qualify Measure B for the ballot. Now they—and all concerned residents—have the opportunity to show up, submit a speaker card early, and speak up to defend direct democracy against preemptive legal challenges.
This is a rare and valuable window for citizens to directly urge the Board to take action in defense of a voter-qualified measure. With the April 10 court hearing looming, your voice could influence whether the

Kari Chilson
Mar 23 min read


Trump's Geopolitical Gambit: Playing Multi-Dimensional Chess Against Old Empires and New Rivals
As President Donald J. Trump's second term accelerates into 2026, a pattern of aggressive foreign policy maneuvers is emerging, prompting analysts to question whether these actions are isolated responses or pieces in a larger strategic puzzle.

Rex Ballard
Mar 28 min read


California - Land of the Woke and Home of the Indoctrinated
In California's public schools, critics argue that state laws have turned education into an ideological battleground, mandating the normalization of homosexuality, transgenderism, and related topics from kindergarten onward. These "woke" policies, framed as inclusivity, leave parents with few options to opt out, prioritizing state-mandated narratives over family values. While local pushback is rising, broader reforms are needed to reclaim classrooms.

Rex Ballard
Feb 283 min read


Jane Doe vs. 10,000 Sovereign Citizens: One Cowardly Lawsuit Cannot Erase the Sacred Right of the People to Resist Tyranny
In Shasta County, California, more than 10,000 flesh-and-blood Americans—not faceless bureaucrats, not shadowy special interests, but neighbors, veterans, parents, and taxpayers—did something extraordinary. They gathered 10,110 signatures, far exceeding the required threshold, and lawfully placed Measure B on the June 2, 2026 ballot.

Rex Ballard
Feb 234 min read


Registrar Curtis Weighs In on Lawsuit Targeting Voter ID Initiative
An in-depth sit-down with Shasta County Elections Clerk, Clint Curtis.

Kari Chilson
Feb 221 min read


Jane Doe vs. 10,000 Citizens: Why We Must Secure Our Votes
An attorney named Jane Doe recently filed a felonious lawsuit trying to block due process of the lawful act by ten thousand citizens to put a measure on the ballot requiring voter ID. The Save Act on the federal level, and the Voter ID on the state level are similar measures in process. Polls show at least 80% of the US population know that thirty million undocumented illegal noncitizens have already diluted their vote. Illegals obtain felonious ID’s from the DMV and free per
Letter to the Editor
Feb 213 min read


The Perils of Politicized Education Opinion
While civic engagement is a cornerstone of democracy, these actions have escalated into dangerous situations, exposing young students to violence, arrests, and physical harm. This isn't just youthful activism—it's a troubling pattern in which impressionable adolescents are encouraged to skip class and confront law enforcement, often with dire consequences.

Rex Ballard
Feb 174 min read


Uncensored US News: A Fresh Look at American Media
In today’s media landscape, finding truly uncensored news can feel like searching for a needle in a haystack. With so many outlets filtering stories through political lenses or corporate interests, it’s no wonder people crave alternative perspectives. I’ve spent considerable time exploring how uncensored news analysis in the US operates, especially for those who want to examine issues in greater depth than the headlines.

Rex Ballard
Feb 154 min read


Reclaiming the Third Space - Restoring Mental Wellbeing - Opinion
The Epoch Times recently published an interesting opinion piece "Reclaiming the Third Space" that explores the concept of three distinct "places" in daily life. It draws from sociologist Ray Oldenburg's framework, and argues that clear separation between these spaces is essential for brain and emotional health through varied stimuli that regulate stress, foster belonging, and support flexible identities.

Rex Ballard
Feb 135 min read
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