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They Say Like Scandinavia But They Mean Venezuela

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Post date October 14, 2020

What do Democratic Socialists like Bernie Sanders and Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez want America to look like? They say they want America to emulate Scandinavian countries like Denmark and Sweden. But do their proposed policies reflect that? Or do they point down a darker path? Debbie D’Souza, a native Venezuelan and political commentator, investigates.

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Joe Biden’s many, many gaffes, and you know, the creepiness thing

Post author By Falcon
Post date October 12, 2020

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gPhtRDRhSmo

Joe Biden’s many gaffes, from making fun of Indians, calling blacks unintelligent, to the endless Hillary hug, sniffy sniffy, many forgetful moments, and you know, um, the thing.

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Falcons soar over Central Lee, 42-14

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Post date October 12, 2020

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West Burlington – Notre Dame Running Back Travian Donaldson (18) celebrates a touchdown against Central Lee with teammates Xavier Jinkens (15), Matt Johnson (3), and Carson Chiprez (8) Friday night (October 2, 2020) in West Burlington. Donaldson surpassed 1,000-yards in just 6-games so far this season. West Burlington – Notre Dame defeated Central Lee, 42-14.

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West Burlington – Notre Dame’s Brady Oleson (24) intercepts Central Lee pass and runs for a touchdown Friday night (October 2, 2020) in West Burlington. West Burlington – Notre Dame defeated Central Lee, 42-14.

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West Burlington – Notre Dame Receiver Brock Whitmore (29) catches a pass deep in Central Lee territory Friday night (October 2, 2020) in West Burlington. West Burlington – Notre Dame defeated Central Lee, 42-14.

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West Burlington – Notre Dame Running Back Xavier Jinkens (15) threads the Central Lee defense Friday night (October 2, 2020) in West Burlington. West Burlington – Notre Dame defeated Central Lee, 42-14.

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How to Steal an Election: Mail-In Ballots

Post author By Falcon
Post date October 12, 2020

What’s the difference between absentee balloting and universal mail-in balloting? The latter might sound like a great idea, but is it really? Eric Eggers of the Government Accountability Institute answers this vitally important question.

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National Anthem

Post author By Falcon
Post date October 11, 2020

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Falcons top No. 10 Tigers, 3-2

Post author By Falcon
Post date October 11, 2020

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West Burlington teammates celebrate their win over 10th ranked (1A) New London Thursday night in West Burlington. West Burlington downed New London, 25-22, 26-24, 23-25, 21-25, 15-8.

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West Burlington’s Sydney Marlow (20) leaps to block a shot by New London’s Sofie Reighard (9) Thursday night in West Burlington. West Burlington downed New London, 25-22, 26-24, 23-25, 21-25, 15-8.

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West Burlington Sophomore Abbey Bence (26) is recognized for her 1,000th career assist with an autographed ball and balloons during a timeout Thursday night in West Burlington.

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New London’s Aliyah Christensen (2) keeps the ball in play against West Burlington Thursday night in West Burlington. West Burlington downed New London, 25-22, 26-24, 23-25, 21-25, 15-8.

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New London’s Marah Hartrick (33) bumps the ball in play against West Burlington Thursday night in West Burlington. West Burlington downed New London, 25-22, 26-24, 23-25, 21-25, 15-8.

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Players on New London’s bench sport masks during the COVID-19 pandemic to slow the spread during their match Thursday night in West Burlington. West Burlington downed New London, 25-22, 26-24, 23-25, 21-25, 15-8.

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New London’s Sofie Reighard (9) looks to keep the ball in play against West Burlington Thursday night in West Burlington. West Burlington downed New London, 25-22, 26-24, 23-25, 21-25, 15-8.

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Celebrating Columbus

Post author By Falcon
Post date October 10, 2020

Christopher Columbus, the most famous explorer in history, was once a celebrated hero. Now, many consider him a villain, a despoiler of paradise. So which version of Columbus is true? Michael Knowles answers this question and offers some much-needed historical perspective.

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Where Do You Want to Live: Red State or Blue State?

Post author By Falcon
Post date October 7, 2020

We’re supposed to be the United States of America. But in many ways, we’re now divided into two very different nations: red states and blue states. Which ones are succeeding? Which ones are failing? And why? To answer these questions, economist Stephen Moore compares them side-by-side.