literature
Political literature hunted from the best-seller list or the recesses of online. Our favorite stories showcase politicians from both sides of the aisle and beyond.
"Of Mice and Men" by John Steinbeck - Book Review
What I liked about it... I was surprised by how much the book "Of Mice and Men" by John Steinbeck resonated with me. When I was in high school I read "The Grapes of Wrath." I really disliked that book at that point in my development and it felt like a large waste of time. However, after reading of "Of Mice and Men," it really struck me in a powerful way.
By Rowan Finley about a year ago in The Swamp
The Possibility of a Self-Implosion of the Immigrant Chaos in the US
There is a possibility that the chaos caused by immigrants in the United States could self-impplode. The SAVE Act and its implications are discussed. ( The SAVE Act, a proposed law that mandates only U.S. citizens can vote in federal elections, has generated considerable debate and controversy.)
By Estalontech2 years ago in The Swamp
One Piece and Killing the Bad Guys. Content Warning.
I’ve hit, at this juncture, a point of political disillusionment of late. Running the risk of becoming too political for this platform, I will simply say that I am exhausted in the face of numerous regressive policies and incidents being parroted and enacted by the opposite side of the aisle from me. The codified manifesto which the other side proudly displays as the guiding principle for if they ever gain power again—a more likely future than I would like to admit—hangs like a specter over the future that I perceive, threatens the way of life of myself and everyone I know and care about. And I can’t help but think, how do we fix this? Sometimes in my heart of hearts, I think it would be better if the “bad guys” were removed from the equation entirely after their decisive defeat at the ballot box, but that’s not how a healthy democracy works. Sometimes, I wish we could send the wannabe fascists to the actual fascist nation waging war in Europe, wipe the dirt from our hands, start anew. But that’s not how things work.
By Steven Christopher McKnight2 years ago in The Swamp
Acting up
There’s something unexpectedly empowering about disturbing the peace. A quiet Tuesday lunchtime in Newcastle’s Grainger Market was jolted into life with shouts of “Who cares? I care!” Amid placards highlighting the crisis in social care, we joined a small group on the march.
By Andy Potts2 years ago in The Swamp
The Story of the "Felon" and the "Crook"
When it comes to the realm of political fundraising, issues can sometimes bring about as many opportunity as they do obstacles. Imagine for a moment that two political figures are each branded with shameful titles by their opponents.
By Estalontech2 years ago in The Swamp
Stake And Steaks
Back when the historic area staged a legendary garden state revolution, instigated by seeing the whites of their eyes, featuring immature fist fighting over properly wearing red coats made Joey Jim Hintman hungry. Carrying his information flag reporting important details to the pub frequented by many local squires, the rebellious future knight accomplished his community contribution obligations.
By Marc OBrien2 years ago in The Swamp
Get a Job
Someone posted "It's just that simple: Get a Job" the other day. It really stuck with me. It got me thinking of Capitalism in a slightly different light and I realized the true thing that is most reprehensible about Capitalism is what it does to people.
By V. H. Eberle2 years ago in The Swamp
Broken Glass. Second Place in The Moment That Changed Everything Challenge. Top Story - March 2024.
Each morning, Otto swept the bricks on the little corner outside his little flat in his little town. He loved his idyllic town, one that would have fit tidily in one of the Brothers Grimm tales.
By Matthew J. Fromm2 years ago in The Swamp
Bring Back the Maccabee Version. Content Warning.
Max Romeo, the reggae artist, released a song in 1976 titled “Maccabee Version”. I remember hearing it as a boy in Jamaica. At some point, I became aware of something the Rastafarians called the “Maccabee version” of the Bible. They believed the Bible had been altered and the Maccabee was an older, more correct version. That's what Romeo's song was about. It implored people to "bring back Maccabee version".
By Randy Baker2 years ago in The Swamp
