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ICYMI - 6 Stories And One Video From Last Week
The “So, Does It Mater” Substack featured a lot of great, original content this past week. Below are the highlights!
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OK, I got that out of my system… Onto the ICYMI part…
6 Top Performing Items From Last Week…
Breaking News: Justice Department Challenges California’s Attempt to Keep Biological Boys In Girls Sports | ||||||
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Charlie Kirk Memorial: A Meaningful Farewell at State Farm Stadium | ||||||
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Our afternoon columns are typically for our paid subscribers, but this column is being made available to all subscribers as we collectively mourn for the loss of Charlie Kirk. There will be something “extra” for paid subscribers at the end of the column. | ||||||
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One-On-One Interview With U.S. Representative Tom McClintock | ||||||
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In this in-depth conversation, Congressman Tom McClintock joins me for a wide-ranging discussion on California politics, constitutional principles, and the state of our nation. We begin with some personal history — from his early days in the legislature to his hard-fought statewide campaigns — before turning to today’s most pressing issues. | ||||||
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Kimmel Returns: Still Unrepentant, Still Protected by the First Amendment, and Still Not Funny | ||
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Typically our afternoon posts are mostly behind a paywall, reserved for our premium members. I have made this one available to everyone. | ||
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One IMPORTANT Video…
Click below to watch this must-see special video, featuring 19 influential voices telling the honest truth about Prop. 50’s threat to our state. Then, share it with your friends, family, and community to join the fight to protect California’s democracy!
Once you watch this - SHARE it.
Of course there were a number of other posts last week that you will not want to have missed. If you want to check them out, you can go here and just scroll through them!
ON THIS DATE IN 551 BCE…
The Ancient Philosopher Confucius was born!
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Confucius was a philosopher and teacher whose ideas shaped Chinese culture for centuries. Living in a time of turmoil, he emphasized virtue, order, and respect in both personal life and government. His core teachings centered on ren (humaneness) and li (propriety), urging people to act with kindness and follow traditions that promote harmony. Though his vision was not fully realized in his lifetime, his disciples preserved his wisdom in The Analects, ensuring his influence endured. Today, Confucius is honored as a moral guide whose call for ethical leadership and respect for others remains relevant around the world. Some of the famous sayings attributed to him include:
“Do not do to others what you do not want done to yourself.”
“It does not matter how slowly you go as long as you do not stop.”
“The man who moves a mountain begins by carrying away small stones.”
“Real knowledge is to know the extent of one’s ignorance.”
“When we see men of virtue, we should think of equaling them; when we see men of a contrary character, we should turn inward and examine ourselves.”
Here you can see 47 of his sayings!
Have a great Sunday - alas, the final day of the regular season for Major League Baseball! Enjoy some of America’s favorite pastime.
Jon
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