Obama's Cyber Threat Intelligence League censors Americans, gun ownership rises to record high, positive results when Florida school bans cell phones
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The Cyber Threat Intelligence League (CTIL) was involved in covertly driving public discourse by utilizing fake personas and spy tactics, which has been ruled as a violation of the First Amendment by federal judges.
Gun ownership rates in the US have reached an all-time high, with a clear partisan divide and an increase in gun ownership among Black households due to factors such as self-defense, societal unrest, and a desire for personal security.
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New Report Alleges Government Involvement in Online Narrative Spreading After Brexit and US Elections
A bombshell report reveals that US and UK military contractors were involved in spreading approved political narratives online after Brexit and the 2016 US elections. The report highlights the regular communication between the FBI, the Department of Homeland Security, and major tech companies. Four federal judges have already ruled that this activity violates the First Amendment, indicating the seriousness of the allegations. The report explores the Cyber Threat Intelligence League (CTIL) and its illegal activities, including covertly driving public discourse by utilizing fake personas and spy tactics.
Record Number of Homeowners Report Owning a Firearm
According to a new study, gun ownership rates among US voters have reached an all-time high. The majority of American voters now say someone in their household owns a firearm. The data shows a clear partisan divide, with 66% of Republican households reporting firearm ownership compared to 41% of Democrat households. The study also reveals an increase in gun ownership among Black households by 17% in the last four years alone. The surge in gun ownership is attributed to various factors such as self-defense, societal unrest, and a desire for personal security.
Florida School District Implements Strict Cell Phone Ban with Positive Results
A Florida school district has implemented a stricter cell phone policy, banning students from using cell phones for the entire school day. The policy was created in response to a state law that sought to limit cell phone use in schools. The results of the ban have been positive, with students engaging more in class, collaborating with each other, and experiencing a reduction in online bullying. While some parents have expressed concerns about communication, the school holds confiscated phones until the end of the day and emphasizes that emergencies can be handled appropriately without the need for constant phone access.
Obama set up the Cyber Threat Intelligence League to censor Americans, gun ownership reaches another record high, and positive results when Florida school bans cell phones. Get the facts first with Morning Wire.
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