Tag: trump
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Why the United States Really Acted on Venezuela
By Corey Ribotsky Most people are being told the same story: Nicolás Maduro is an illegitimate dictator, Venezuela became a narco-state, and the United States finally decided to act. That story is not wrong — but it is not the real reason. It is the version that fits into a headline. The real reason is…
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The Day Mamdani Learned the Limits of Rhetoric
In the Oval Office, New York’s mayor-elect confronted the reality that passion and ideology ultimately yield to the practical demands of federal power. Zohran Mamdani entered the Oval Office on Thursday with the posture of a man navigating unfamiliar terrain. He had spent years denouncing Donald J. Trump’s politics, calling the former president’s agenda authoritarian…
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This Is What We Fought For
by Skylar Ribotsky In the early hours this morning, Jewish lives around the world seemed to pause. We refreshed news feeds, held our breath, and waited—for our people to come home, for the moment we’d see them reunited with their families in Israel. Most of us never knew these hostages. We wouldn’t have known their…
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As Sukkot Begins, Jews Face the Second Anniversary of October 7 Amid Ceasefire Talks and Calls for “Resistance”
By Corey RibotskyOctober 5, 2025 A Festival of Joy Shadowed by Memory and Unrest As the Jewish people around the world prepare to enter their sukkah—fragile, temporary dwellings symbolizing faith, humility, and resilience—many are confronting an emotional paradox.This year, the first full day of Sukkot, a biblically mandated festival of rejoicing, coincides with the second…
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The Schumer Shutdown
By: Skylar Ribotsky “…Everything happens for a reason. But sometimes the reason is, ‘you’re stupid and made a bad decision.’ That’s the bottom line of the Democrat government shutdown.” – Senator John Kennedy What’s Really Going On in D.C. Democrats are claiming that Republicans cut funding to critical healthcare programs and argue that the healthcare…
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The Weaponization of Protesting will Tear America and the World Apart
In cities around the world—from Paris to New York to Los Angeles—what began as political demonstrations has spiraled into something far more dangerous. This is no longer protest. It is an unraveling of civil society, driven by manipulated narratives, political cowardice, and a media establishment that has spent years redefining violence as activism. Los Angeles…
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Wall Street Panicked—Because President Trump Told the Truth About Trade
On April 3, 2025, the stock market suffered its worst one-day drop in years. The Dow Jones Industrial Average fell 1,679 points, closing at 40,545.93, a 4% decline. The S&P 500 lost 4.8%, and the Nasdaq Composite plummeted 6%, shedding over 1,050 points. Across the board, Wall Street melted down—and the blame was laid squarely…
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The Left’s Last-Ditch Effort to Tarnish President-Elect Trump Before Inauguration
As the nation eagerly anticipates President-elect Donald Trump’s inauguration following his decisive victory in the 2024 election, the left is making one final attempt to tarnish his reputation. Despite Trump winning both the Electoral College and the popular vote in a landslide, bringing much-needed change to the political landscape, the New York judicial system is…
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Assad’s Ouster: Global Reactions Range from Jubilation to Alarm as Russia Faces a Major Setback
The sudden fall of Syrian President Bashar al-Assad’s regime, toppled by jihadi militants, has reverberated across the globe, igniting celebration, trepidation, and widespread geopolitical recalculations. The collapse marks not only a pivotal moment for Syria and the Middle East but also a significant failure for Russia, whose steadfast support for Assad over the past decade…
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The People Have Spoken: Trump’s Landslide and the Disconnect of the Elite
Kamala Harris took the stage last week, delivering her rallying cry against Donald Trump with a flourish, declaring, “That is not who we are.” But on election night, as a landslide swept Trump back into office, it became clear that maybe, just maybe, this is exactly who we are — or at least who most…
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The Weaponization of Politics: The Rise of Extremism and Its Threat to Democracy
The election of Donald Trump in 2016 marked a pivotal moment in American political history. A political outsider with unconventional ideas, Trump’s victory not only shocked the political establishment but also ignited a series of events that have fundamentally altered how Americans engage with and perceive politics. The immediate aftermath of the 2016 election, characterized…
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Debate Night: Evasion Over Substance
Vice President Kamala Harris faced a critical moment on debate night, but rather than seizing the opportunity to clarify her positions, she largely evaded substantive questions. She had one chance to distance herself from the Biden administration’s record, and last night was that moment—an opportunity she ultimately failed to seize. From the outset, Harris was…
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The Real Deal: Trump’s Unfiltered Persona vs. Harris’s Political Chameleon
In the complex world of American politics, authenticity is a highly valued but often elusive quality. Donald Trump exemplifies a straightforwardness rarely seen in modern politicians. Whether admired or criticized, Trump’s public persona is unwavering and transparent. His approach remains consistent, regardless of whether he’s addressing supporters at a rally or handling presidential duties in…
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Harris Gains Ground in Polls, But Polls are Not Electoral Reality
Vice President Kamala Harris has seen a notable rise in national polls following President Joe Biden’s exit from the 2024 campaign. However, despite this apparent surge, her electoral chances remain bleak. Popular Democrat supporting media reports that she has experienced a boost in recent national polls. Some recent polls show her tied with former President…
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Trump’s RNC Acceptance Speech: A Missed Opportunity or Misunderstood Success?
Critics argue that Trump veered off his unity message, choosing instead to ignite thefervor of his base with his signature Make America Great Again rhetoric. Headlines described the speech as a “blown opportunity” and a “disappointment,” suggesting that Trump failed to appeal to a broader audience. Contrary to the media’s portrayal, many who watched the…
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The Dark New Chapter in American Politics
The attempted assassination of former President Donald Trump at a rally in Butler, Pennsylvania, has sent shockwaves through a nation already grappling with intense political divisions. This harrowing incident, occurring just days before Trump is set to accept the Republican nomination, underscores the perilous state of American democracy and the escalating threat of political violence.…
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They Made Their Own Bed
President Biden made it clear that he is not stepping down without a fight in a disjointed and weird speech last night. His statements seemed to address the growing sentiment within his own party to unseat him, echoing the deep divisions and conspiratorial undertones that have characterized recent political discourse. The President’s speech comes at…
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The Great Coverup of 2024
The latest presidential debate was a spectacle, not only for the policies discussed but for the underlying concerns it raised about President Joe Biden’s cognitive health and the integrity of his campaign. Critics argue that Biden’s campaign has misled the American public and donors about his mental abilities, raising ethical questions about transparency and trust…
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A Dangerous Precedent: Weaponizing the Legal System Against Trump
The political landscape in the United States has taken a troubling turn with the now conviction of former President Donald Trump. This case exemplifies an alarming trend where the legal system is used as a tool to undermine political opponents rather than allowing voters to decide their fate. This shift marks a dangerous departure from…
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The Unstoppable Trump: Why 2024 is His Year
Political predictions often rely on a combination of experience, knowledge, and some speculation. But we are not here to predict but to observe the obvious. As we saw in 2016, when most said that Donald J. Trump would never win the election, often times predictions are just that, predictions. At the Ribotsky Institute, we believe…
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