News Round-Up: November 9, 2021

Sean Parnell

Catching up on some of today’s headlines: • Tweet of the Day: Sean Parnell (above), a Trump-endorsed candidate for the U.S. Senate, is accused of strangling his wife. In a Fox Nation interview he shared this – “The idea that a woman can live a happy and fulfilling life without a man, I think it’s all nonsense.” He goes on to boast about mens’ ability to defend women from dinosaurs… Continue reading “News Round-Up: November 9, 2021”

Congress Could Require Algorithm-Free Versions Of Internet Platforms

Congress is considering legislation that would require internet platforms to allow an algorithm-free version of the platform.

With so much news about social media platforms (like Facebook) using algorithms to drive traffic where they want users to go, it’s not surprising that Congress would turn its legislative powers toward forcing those platforms to allow algorithm-free versions of tech platforms. Continue reading “Congress Could Require Algorithm-Free Versions Of Internet Platforms”

News Round-Up: November 8, 2021

Adelaide United footballer Josh Cavallo expressed concerns about playing in Qatar due to severely homophobic laws and social attitudes.

Some news items you might have missed: • The Advocate: Next year’s FIFA World Cup is set to take place in Qatar, but gay soccer player Josh Cavallo (above) is speaking out, saying he would not feel safe playing in a country where homosexuality is banned with punishments ranging from flogging and long prison terms to execution. Continue reading “News Round-Up: November 8, 2021”

QAnon Middle School Teacher Recorded Teaching Conspiracy Theories

A new bill in Arizona would require teachers to out students to their parents.

A QAnon middle school teacher at Anacapa Middle School was caught on video “teaching” her students wild conspiracy theories like hospitals are stealing babies from parents who aren’t vaccinated (false) and that Hunter Biden was having sex with his own niece (false). Continue reading “QAnon Middle School Teacher Recorded Teaching Conspiracy Theories”