The World and Everything In It 7.2.25 Senate passes President Trump’s bill, Supreme Court rules on religious liberty and child protection, World Tour, and Church of England disciplines chaplain
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Jul 2, 2025 The Senate passes a major bill backed by Trump, stirring mixed reactions. The Supreme Court rules on online age verification, impacting child protection laws. Internationally, political shifts in Poland and Hungary raise concerns over religious liberties and LGBTQ rights. Attention turns to the controversial opening of a new immigrant detention facility in Florida. A light-hearted moment highlights the world's largest rubber duck, while the legacy of televangelist Jimmy Swaggart is remembered. Tune in for a whirlwind of current affairs and intriguing discussions!
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Prioritize Policy Over Deadlines
- Don't rush to meet deadlines without getting policy details right.
- Ensure legislative agreements are correct even if it means delaying self-imposed deadlines.
Court Prioritizes Child Safety
- The Supreme Court upheld a Texas law requiring online porn sites to verify users' age protecting children.
- Prior free speech precedents weighted adult rights over child protection, but here the court prioritized child safety.
Pornography Damages Child Development
- Pornography harms children by rewiring their brains and increasing risks of abuse.
- Content filters alone have failed, so age verification laws are necessary to protect minors.
