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SWIMMING UPSTREAM AGAINST THE MAINSTREAM 

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BREAKING NEWS

Protest Funding: 𝗧𝗵𝗲 $2.1 𝗕𝗶𝗹𝗹𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗠𝗮𝗰𝗵𝗶𝗻𝗲 𝗕𝗲𝗵𝗶𝗻𝗱 ‘𝗦𝗽𝗼𝗻𝘁𝗮𝗻𝗲𝗼𝘂𝘀’ 𝗔𝗻𝘁𝗶-𝗧𝗿𝘂𝗺𝗽 𝗣𝗿𝗼𝘁𝗲𝘀𝘁𝘀

Article excerpts: "According to new research by the Pearl Project, the #NoKings protest is being organized by an estimated 198 groups, all of which are aligned with the Democratic Party and many of which claim tax-exempt, 'nonpartisan' nonprofit status. Collectively, these groups take in $2.1 billion in annual revenues."

"Here is the breakdown of 198 'partners' listed in the official publicity material for the financial and political machine behind #NoKings:

• Three official entities of the Democratic National Committee: College Democrats of America, Manhattan Young Democrats and Westside Democratic Headquarters in Norwalk, Calif.

• 16 Democratic political action committees, or PACs, including Friends of Bernie Sanders, Progressive Democrats of America and Vote Blue — with about $19.4 million in spending power for Democratic political candidates.

• 18 Democratic-aligned 501(c)(5) labor unions, including lead organizer, the American Federation of Teachers, along with the United Auto Workers, the Communications Workers of America and the National Treasury Employees Union, with a total of $1.1 billion in revenues, most of their political contributions going to Democratic candidates.

• 76 Democratic-aligned 501(c)(4) political nonprofits, including the ACLU, Sierra Club, League of Conservation Voters, Working Families Organization Inc., Human Rights Campaign, Planned Parenthood Action Fund and lead organizer Indivisible Project, all with another $734.3 million in revenues.

• 47 501(c)(3) nonprofits, legally restricted from partisan advocacy, including innocuous-sounding groups like the Unitarian Universalist Association, Accountable US and the American Humanist Association, with $286.7 million to the cause.

• 38 additional Democratic-aligned groups, including Michigan Resistance Coalition, Families Over Billionaires, 50501, Tax the Greedy Billionaire and Mennonite Action, with undisclosed financials."

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Database of Protest Industry

WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW:

• Asra Q. Nomani exposes what she calls a “$2.1 billion machine” behind the seemingly spontaneous anti-Trump protests erupting across the country.

• She argues that nearly 200 left-leaning organizations—including labor unions, political action committees, and advocacy nonprofits—are behind the coordinated demonstrations.

• These groups, ranging from the ACLU to Planned Parenthood to the Democratic Socialists of America, collectively wield billions in annual revenue and influence.

• Nomani claims these protests are not organic but part of a highly orchestrated political strategy.

• She describes it as a “protest industrial complex,” where slick branding, shared toolkits, and national coordination create the illusion of grassroots action.

• She also notes that many of the involved organizations blur the line between nonprofit status and partisan politics.

• When including affiliated movements, the total network she identifies surpasses $3.4 billion in financial backing.

• Her conclusion is that this top-down mobilization undermines the authenticity of civic engagement and weaponizes activism for partisan gain.

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ASRA NOMANI: The familiar hidden hand behind the #NoKings protests

WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW:

• Asra Q. Nomani argues that the #NoKings protests targeting the justice system and former President Trump are not grassroots uprisings but are orchestrated by a familiar network of left-wing organizations.

• She points to groups like Demand Justice, MoveOn, and the Women’s March—all of which are backed by wealthy progressive donors and tied to dark money networks like Arabella Advisors.

• Nomani claims these groups use emotion-driven branding and protests to manipulate public perception and erode trust in American institutions.

• She draws a direct line between today’s protesters and the same well-funded actors behind events like the Kavanaugh protests, Ferguson riots, and Trump impeachment efforts.

• The narrative, she argues, is that these movements claim to be anti-authoritarian but are ironically trying to undermine democratic processes and the rule of law.

• The piece emphasizes that these organizers hide behind vague slogans like “No Kings” to mask an anti-Trump, anti-conservative agenda.

• Nomani criticizes the media for failing to expose the financial and political machinery behind these actions.

• Her central warning: Americans need to be aware of how professional agitators are using emotional protests as a tool for long-term political power.

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California Lawmakers Approve $325 Billion Budget ‘Passed on Hope’

WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW:

• California lawmakers approved a $288 billion state budget on June 13, 2025, in an effort to meet the June 15 constitutional deadline and avoid losing pay.

• The Legislature’s plan attempts to close a $46.8 billion deficit through a mix of spending cuts, delays, and internal borrowing—but it is still not final.

• Lawmakers and Gov. Gavin Newsom must now negotiate a revised version, with a final agreement expected by the end of June.

• Key disagreements remain, including Newsom’s proposal to cut $1.2 billion from public transit funding, which legislators oppose.

• The budget plan maintains major social programs and avoids tax hikes, but relies heavily on accounting maneuvers to stay balanced.

• Critics warn that these short-term fixes could create bigger financial problems if revenues continue to fall.

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In Case Anyone Was Wondering… Yes, There Are Weird People Outside of California

And Now… A Little Sports

LA Finally Has a Hero: J.J. Spaun

• J.J. Spaun, a professional golfer of Filipino and Mexican descent, has emerged as an unexpected hero for Los Angeles, bringing pride to a city often lacking in uplifting sports narratives.

• Born and raised in Southern California, Spaun recently made headlines for his achievements on the PGA Tour, which have captured the attention of a diverse L.A. fanbase.

• The article highlights how Spaun’s story resonates with many Angelenos—an underdog who worked hard, stayed humble, and finally broke through on a national stage.

• His win at the Valero Texas Open in 2022 was a major career milestone and a turning point for his visibility in the sports world.

• The piece celebrates Spaun not just for his athletic accomplishments but for representing grit, perseverance, and hometown pride.

• In a city often dominated by flashy superstars, Spaun is praised as a relatable and grounded figure who reflects the spirit of L.A. more than most.

Guest Column

Provocation, Insurrection, Rebellion

WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW:

• The article argues that recent radical protest movements, especially those using slogans like “No Kings” and targeting the U.S. justice system, are not isolated acts of activism but coordinated provocations.

• The author likens these demonstrations to insurrection and rebellion, warning that their intent is to undermine public trust in democratic institutions, particularly the courts.

• It highlights how activist groups are portraying the legal system as illegitimate in response to Donald Trump’s conviction, setting a dangerous precedent.

• The piece claims that this narrative threatens the rule of law by encouraging citizens to defy legal outcomes based on political disagreement.

• It draws historical parallels to past authoritarian revolutions that began by destabilizing institutions through coordinated civil unrest.

• Ultimately, the author warns that these actions represent not protest, but a direct assault on constitutional order disguised as grassroots dissent.

Read the full article here

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