corruption

A prime locale to talk bribery, suspect campaign funding, and all other instances of political corruption. The shadier, the better.

The Day I Met AL
My band needed a drummer, and drummers were in high demand. Subtle Q was a band that needed a drummer who could spice up a simple rock ensemble, so we recruited a friend of a friend from the local gnome community in Polish Ohio.
By A. S. Lawrenceabout a year ago in The Swamp
If it looks like a duck. Runner-Up in The Moment That Changed Everything Challenge.
We stirred in our wooden seats and peeked at the clock. There were two minutes left in our ethics class. Soon we'd be free for a ten-minute break. The guest speaker had carefully timed his last illustration, and that's when he dropped an ethical bomb on our staunchly conservative class.
By Meagan Dionabout a year ago in The Swamp
Did you hear about Target?
On Friday, January 24th 2025 the Target Corporation did a cowardly thing. And, honestly who's surprised? Probably nobody.
By Sam Spinelliabout a year ago in The Swamp
Indivisible. Honorable Mention in The Moment That Changed Everything Challenge.
By twelve, a lot of kids have been through things they shouldn't in an ideal world, have to go through, have already had those formative moments of innocence-stripping done to them. That wasn't the case for me. At 12, I was still very much a kid. Until I wasn’t.
By Raistlin Allenabout a year ago in The Swamp
Trump’s Mysterious ‘Giant Faucet’ in California: Misunderstanding or Bold Vision?
Former President Donald Trump has long been vocal about California’s water management policies, frequently calling on the state to “turn on the giant faucet.” His repeated use of terms like “spigot,” “faucet,” and “valve” has left many Californians and even Canadians puzzled. While his statements might seem perplexing, they stem from ongoing debates surrounding California’s water distribution system, agricultural water needs, and environmental regulations.
By mureed hussainabout a year ago in The Swamp
Presidential Pardons: A Reflection of Distrust and a Fragile Justice System
Presidential pardons have always been a powerful tool, allowing leaders to grant clemency, correct legal misjudgments, and, at times, make political statements. However, the recent pardons issued by former President Donald Trump and current President Joe Biden highlight not just their differing political philosophies but also their deep distrust of each other and the fragile state of the U.S. criminal justice system. These pardons raise critical questions about the fairness of justice, political motivations, and the broad powers of the executive branch.
By mureed hussainabout a year ago in The Swamp
Bully-POTUS. Top Story - January 2025.
I worked for the Federal government for 23 years. When administrations change, the workers are always given a new mission. Every president has his own agenda. We got used to it.
By Andrea Corwin about a year ago in The Swamp
"Who is Russell Thurlow Vought?". Content Warning.
Who is Russell Thurlow Vought? PSYCHOPATHIC TRAITOR? We are all yelling at Rump. No one is yelling about the major contributor to PROJECT 2025.
By Vicki Lawana Trusselli about a year ago in The Swamp
A World on the Brink: The Legacy of 9/11
The sun rose like any other September morning in 2001. It was a Tuesday. The warmth of early autumn filled the air, and people hurried about their business in the bustling streets of Manhattan. The hum of life in the city was palpable, a rhythm that had become second nature to those who called the city home. To most, it was a day no different from any other.
By Latoria Hallabout a year ago in The Swamp
Cutting Off The Helping Hand. Content Warning.
I hate being right. Four days into this presidency, I said a whole bunch of things, and already more than one of them appears to be happening. Admittedly it was not the changes I expected right away, but the ramifications are beyond what I would consider to be recoverable. In short, what is about to happen is going to be irrevocable damage, and will result in widespread global destabilization, in addition to internal destabilization.
By Paige Graffunderabout a year ago in The Swamp
White Man Whining
For most of my life, I’ve had very little faith in Humanity. I struggle to even accept that other people truly exist (thank you Philosophy 101). However, despite my underlying existential dread, I had hope that humans were making progress. Agonizing and incremental, but progress nonetheless. Turns out I was wearing snow goggles over my rose-colored glasses while I sat under an avalanche. I could point to many moments that taught me this lesson, but I come back to one in particular. One that showed me that not only had I been blind, but I had not even been looking.
By Sean A.about a year ago in The Swamp
Trump’s DOJ Firings. AI-Generated.
Trump’s DOJ Firings: A Move to Deter Future Investigations? The Department of Justice (DOJ) has long been a cornerstone of American democracy, serving as a vital instrument for upholding the rule of law and ensuring justice prevails without bias. However, in recent years, the independence and integrity of this institution have come under intense scrutiny. Former President Donald Trump’s tenure was marked by significant upheavals within the DOJ, particularly through a series of controversial firings. Former officials and legal experts have raised concerns, arguing that these actions were not only politically motivated but also strategically designed to deter future investigations into Trump and his allies. These assertions raise critical questions about the balance of power, the independence of federal institutions, and the future of accountability in American governance.
By Mutonga Kamauabout a year ago in The Swamp