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Red, Blue, and Screwed: Resistance Begins with Reason
Philosophy All Along
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Red, Blue, & Screwed: Resistance Begins with Reason
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Red, Blue, and Screwed: Resistance Begins with Reason
Why Trump Ignores ICE Shooting Victims
Trump’s response to the ICE attack tells us a lot. When Charlie Kirk was killed, Trump ignored the broader issue of school violence and focused entirely on the victim. But when detainees were shot in Dallas, he ignored the victims and focused entirely on ICE. For Trump, victims aren’t people — they’re props, talking points he uses when they serve his narrative, and discards when they don’t.
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1 month ago
1 minute

Red, Blue, and Screwed: Resistance Begins with Reason
The REAL Reason Jimmy Kimmel Was Cancelled
#JimmyKimmel #KimmelCensorship #freespeech Jimmy Kimmel has been pulled off the air — but not for the reason you might think. While some are calling his remarks about Charlie Kirk distasteful, the truth is that Kimmel didn’t say Kirk “deserved it.” What he did was point out an uncomfortable possibility: that the shooter may have been MAGA-aligned, something the President and his allies insist must have been left-wing radicalization.So why was Jimmy Kimmel Live! really yanked? The answer lies in money and power. ABC’s parent company Disney, and especially Nexstar Media Group (currently pushing a $6.2 billion merger), have every incentive to curry favor with Trump’s FCC. Pulling Kimmel looks far less like a reaction to public outrage — for which no evidence has been provided — and far more like political censorship designed to secure corporate gain.This video unpacks the politics behind the decision, the role of media monopolies, and how free speech gets sacrificed when billion-dollar corporations bow to political pressure.If we allow this precedent to stand, what happens the next time a comedian, journalist, or critic dares to speak truth to power?👉 Subscribe to PhilosophyAllAlong for more deep-dive analysis at the intersection of philosophy, politics, and pop culture. #FirstAmendment #PoliticalCensorship #Trump #BillionaireCensorship #FollowTheMoney #MediaFreedom #RegulatoryCapture #CharlieKirk #PhilosophyAllAlong #Democracy #TruthToPower #MediaPower
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1 month ago
9 minutes

Red, Blue, and Screwed: Resistance Begins with Reason
What Charlie Kirk’s Death Reveals About Us
Charlie Kirk’s death is a tragedy, first and foremost, for his family and loved ones. But our national response reveals far more about us than about him. Republicans who once said tragedies shouldn’t be politicized are now using his death for power. Democrats who claim to defend human rights dismiss his right to free speech. The hypocrisy is everywhere.Still, this is not George Floyd. Floyd was killed in part by a system that held power over him. Republicans, on the other hand, are the ones in power today. Kirk cannot be said to be a victim of the system. If we really want to move forward, we need to face our own contradictions and reckon honestly with what this moment says about us.#CharlieKirk #FreeSpeech #PoliticalHypocrisy #Republicans #Democrats #USPolitics #PoliticalCommentary #TruthToPower #PhilosophyAllAlong #Polarization #SystemicPower #GeorgeFloyd
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1 month ago
8 minutes

Red, Blue, and Screwed: Resistance Begins with Reason
Trump’s DC Takeover is Working as Intended
#trump #washingtondc #nationalguard Trump is once again using the politics of fear and control. By sending troops into Washington, D.C. and other cities, he isn’t really trying to reduce crime — he’s trying to look “tough on crime” while setting Democrats up to look weak when they oppose him.This isn’t about safety. It’s about normalizing militarized policing and preparing the ground for something more dangerous: using force to influence elections. It may sound conspiratorial, but Trump has already tried to subvert democracy once. Why wouldn’t he prepare to do it again?#TrumpAuthoritarian #DefendDemocracy #Resist #TrumpPoliceState #VoteBlue #PhilosophyAllAlong
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2 months ago
9 minutes

Red, Blue, and Screwed: Resistance Begins with Reason
South Park, Trump and MAGA’s Hypocrisy
#SouthPark #Trump #MAGASouth Park just did something it almost never does—directly depict Donald Trump. Why now?In this video, we break down why this episode is a turning point—not just for the show, but for how pop culture is responding to MAGA hypocrisy. For decades, Republicans have claimed to stand for free speech and free markets, but now they cheer as Trump tries to censor liberal voices and pressure businesses like CBS and Paramount to kill DEI programs.This isn’t just politics—it’s a betrayal of core libertarian and conservative values. We unpack how South Park uses its satire to expose that contradiction, and why this moment matters.🧠 Philosophy meets pop culture.🔥 Political satire meets serious critique.Subscribe if you're tired of easy hot takes and want analysis that challenges your perspective! #FreeSpeech #DEI #PoliticalHypocrisy #SouthParkAnalysis #RepublicanHypocrisy #CultureWar #Satire #PopCultureAnalysis #PhilosophyTube #MediaCriticism #GOP #TrumpIndictment #CancelCulture #FirstAmendment #ConservativeContradictions #SouthParkTrump #PhilosophyAllAlong
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3 months ago
10 minutes 17 seconds

Red, Blue, and Screwed: Resistance Begins with Reason
Does the Epstein Client List Matter?
#donaldtrump #jeffreyepstein #epsteinlist Does the client list... if it exists matter? There isn't much evidence to suggest that it does. In fact, there are good reasons to think it doesn't. However, whether it does or doesn’t, it is creating a huge problem for Donald Trump because he has spent years cultivating conspiracy thinking in his followers... but can he convince them he isn't involved?#philosophyallalong #politics #liberal #trump #politicalanalysis #clientlist #conspiracythinking #maga
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4 months ago
2 minutes 57 seconds

Red, Blue, and Screwed: Resistance Begins with Reason
The Pet Insurance Scam You Should Know About
#PetInsurance #NationwideInsurance #VetBillsNationwide just overhauled its pet insurance plans—splitting your coverage into multiple “buckets” that add up to less than before, all while hiking your premiums. In this deep-dive, I explain:-How the old single-cap model worked versus the new bucket system -My own cat’s cancer treatment math and why you could end up paying more for less-Why this is a scam... specifically a parley scam. If you’ve got Nationwide—or any pet policy—watch this before you renew. 🐾👇👉 **Like** if you found this helpful 👉 **Subscribe** for more pet-care deep dives 👉 **Comment** with your insurer and your experience #ConsumerAlert #CatOwners #PetCare #InsuranceTips #AnimalHealth #InsuranceReform #PhilosophyAllAlong #insurance #scams
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4 months ago
11 minutes 25 seconds

Red, Blue, and Screwed: Resistance Begins with Reason
The Real Cost of the Supreme Court Decision to End Nationwide Injunctions
#SupremeCourt #Trump #LiberalWhat happens when the Supreme Court guts the power of district courts to issue nationwide injunctions?In this video, I break down three overlooked but critical consequences:1️⃣ The dangerous consolidation of power in the hands of the President, undercutting the checks and balances that protect our democracy.2️⃣ The tactical reality that Trump — or any future president — could simply ignore unfavorable lower court rulings because they’d have little effect beyond a single plaintiff, rendering many legal challenges toothless.3️⃣ How this shift ironically sets a constitutional trap for Republicans themselves: by concentrating executive power, it makes losing a presidential election an existential threat — creating even stronger incentives to undermine free and fair elections in the future.Nationwide injunctions have long been a safety valve, allowing everyday Americans to stop unlawful government actions in their tracks. This decision erodes that safeguard — with profound implications for the balance of power, the integrity of our courts, and the future of democracy itself.🔍 If you care about the courts, separation of powers, and how democracy actually works (or doesn’t) in practice, this is a must-watch.🗳️ Let’s talk about it — drop your thoughts in the comments, share your perspective, and don’t forget to subscribe if you want more critical takes on the political and philosophical issues that shape our lives. #NationwideInjunctions #ConstitutionalLaw #SeparationOfPowers #Democracy #ChecksAndBalances #2025Politics #Authoritarianism #PhilosophyTube #LegalAnalysis #ElectionIntegrity #PoliticalCommentary #philosophyallalong
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4 months ago
10 minutes 4 seconds

Red, Blue, and Screwed: Resistance Begins with Reason
What Does the Iran War Say About Us?
#Iran #iranwar #bombing The war with Iran is concerning... it says a lot about us. The lack of impact on us that any war has might be turning into a selfish and spoiled people.
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4 months ago
2 minutes 38 seconds

Red, Blue, and Screwed: Resistance Begins with Reason
Trump’s Silence About the Minnesota Political Murder’s Proves How Much He Benefits from Violence.
#trump #liberal #maga In this deep-dive, we unpack President Trump’s written statement on the tragic June 14, 2025, shootings of two Minnesota lawmakers and their spouses. He called the attack “terrible,” praised the FBI and Attorney General’s investigation, and vowed that “such horrific violence will not be tolerated in the United States of America.” But what does this terse statement reveal about how political power responds to violence? We’ll explore:The philosophical implications of a leader’s language in moments of crisisHow minimal public statements can both calm fears and sidestep deeper accountabilityThe broader context of political rhetoric and its impact on real-world violenceJoin me as we critically analyze the ethics of political communication and ask whether more robust moral leadership is possible in today’s polarized climate.#PhilosophyAllAlong #PoliticalPhilosophy #TrumpStatement #MinnesotaShootings #PoliticalViolence #EthicsInPolitics #RhetoricAndPower #CriticalAnalysis #PhilosophyYouTube #CurrentEventsReview #politics
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4 months ago
11 minutes 42 seconds

Red, Blue, and Screwed: Resistance Begins with Reason
Why We SHOULDN’T Make Fun of Trump’s Parade!
#Veterans #liberal #TrumpDon’t laugh at the Trump military parade—it sidelines women and trans service members already fighting for respect and plays into the GOP myth that liberals don’t back our troops, even though Democrats lead on real veterans’ policies.#PhilosophyAllAlong #RespectOurTroops #WomenInUniform #TransTroops #VeteransPolicy #MilitaryParade #LGBTQ #StandWithServiceMembers
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4 months ago
2 minutes 56 seconds

Red, Blue, and Screwed: Resistance Begins with Reason
“We’re All Going to Die”: Joni Ernst and the Politics of Cruelty
#JoniErnst #RepublicanHypocrisy #ChristianValuesSenator Joni Ernst recently said what Republicans have long implied: “We’re all going to die.” But what sounds like grim realism is actually a cover for systemic neglect. In this episode, we break down how such statements reflect a deeper conservative ideology—one that prioritizes the rich and powerful while abandoning the sick, poor, and disabled. Despite their alliance with the Christian right, Republican policies consistently betray Christ’s teachings about care for “the least of these.” This isn't just hypocrisy—it's a political theology of cruelty.Join us as we unpack the philosophical implications of death, political apathy, and the selective morality at the heart of American conservatism.🔔 Subscribe for more critical philosophy and political commentary.📢 Share your thoughts in the comments—especially if you've felt abandoned by the systems meant to care for you. #PhilosophyTube #PoliticalPhilosophy #DisabilityRights #WealthInequality #GOP #MoralPolitics #PhilosophyAllAlong #ConservativeCruelty #AbortionPolitics #SocialJustice #DeathAndPolitics #JesusWasNotRepublican
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4 months ago
10 minutes 19 seconds

Red, Blue, and Screwed: Resistance Begins with Reason
Why Trump Doesn’t Want You To Protest
#ProtestPower #NoKings #RightToAssemble Protests work—but they’re getting more dangerous.From stopping pipelines to shifting public opinion, organized protest has changed history. But today, protesters face tear gas, surveillance, and even vehicles weaponized against them. As public dissent grows, so does the backlash. We owe our protesters gratitude for standing up to power... despite the danger.#CivilRights #ProtectProtesters #DemocracyUnderThreat #SurveillanceState #ActivismMatters #PeacefulProtest #ProtestSafety #TrumpResistance #FirstAmendment #PowerToThePeople #GrassrootsMovement #PhilosophyAllAlong
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5 months ago
6 minutes 10 seconds

Red, Blue, and Screwed: Resistance Begins with Reason
Why Netanyahu Wants a War with Iran
#Israel #Iran #NetanyahuWhy is Isreal attacking Iran... and does it benefit Benjamin Netanyahu? We unpack Israel’s recent strike on Iran through a dual-lens of security doctrine and political survival. The hard facts of Iran’s nuclear program suggests why many experts believe it poses only a medium-term deterrent risk. But Benjamin Netanyahu’s precarious standing: three indictments, a fractious Knesset coalition, and looming threats of early elections... changes the game. By tracing how “rally ’round the flag” dynamics have shaped Israeli decision-making historically, we reveal why this strike can’t be read purely as a defensive necessity. #MiddleEast #Geopolitics #ForeignPolicy #CurrentEvents #PoliticalAnalysis #NewsDeepDive #WorldAffairs #SecurityStudies #GeoPoliticsExplained #philosophyallalong #StayInformed #gaza
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5 months ago
5 minutes 3 seconds

Red, Blue, and Screwed: Resistance Begins with Reason
The REAL Problem With Trump’s ”Military” Parade
#MilitaryParade #Veterans #trumpism Is Trump’s military parade really honoring veterans and our military—or just wasting taxpayer dollars... that could be spent on veterans!?In this video, we dig into the stark contrast between the multi‑million‑dollar spectacle and the ongoing neglect of those who served: understaffed VA clinics, policy rollbacks harming trans service members, and the erasure of Black and Latino heroes from our history.What’s inside:• Breakdown of the $25–45 million cost—money that could’ve bolstered VA mental‑health services and disability compensation• Veterans’ voices calling the parade politically motivated and disrespectful• Impact of the 2025 trans‑troop ban and cuts to VA transgender care• Why renaming bases matters—and what happens when historical heroes vanish• Big‑picture takeaways on priorities and patriotism✅ Enjoyed the analysis?Like, comment your thoughts, and Subscribe for more hard‑hitting, philosophy‑informed political commentary.#VACuts #TransBan #BlackHistory#VA #politics #liberal #Trump#MediaCritique #PhilosophyAllAlong #LongFormPolitics #MAGA #veteranscare
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5 months ago
6 minutes 6 seconds

Red, Blue, and Screwed: Resistance Begins with Reason
What the Trump Musk War is Really About
#Trump #ElonMusk #tesla Are Trump and Musk really at war—or is it 2025’s shrewdest co-branding play?In this 25-minute deep-dive we unpack how the public spat over Trump’s EV-tax-credit bill and “lost his mind” sound-bites actually fortify both brands:• Trump flexes independence from Big Tech money while keeping the spotlight on his 2026 campaign narrative.• Musk reassures skittish investors (and liberal EV buyers) that he’s not captive to MAGA politics, sheltering Tesla’s core market.• Meanwhile, everyday Americans get a front-row seat to a reality-TV presidency that rarely changes material conditions.#PoliticalDrama #BrandStrategy #RealityTVPolitics#EVtaxCredits #2025Elections #Investing#ManufacturedFeud #MediaCritique #PhilosophyAllAlong🤝 Support the Channel👍 Like 💬 Comment 🔔 Subscribe for weekly philosophy-meets-politics breakdowns
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5 months ago
6 minutes 30 seconds

Red, Blue, and Screwed: Resistance Begins with Reason
Pete Hegseth is Erasing Gay and Black Names From the Military... it Will Cost Us $55 Million
#HarveyMilk #PrideMonth #MilitaryNewsDefense Secretary Pete Hegseth has ordered the USNS Harvey Milk be renamed during Pride Month, sidelining a decorated Korean War Navy veteran and LGBTQ+ icon. Milk served as a diving officer aboard USS Chanticleer and USS Kittiwake before his tragic assassination in 1978 as one of the first openly gay elected officials. This renaming trend extends to at least seven other John Lewis–class ships named for civil-rights leaders. #DEI #CivilRights #TaxpayerMoney #Confederate #AlexanderStephens #LGBTQHistory #Pentagon
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5 months ago
2 minutes 58 seconds

Red, Blue, and Screwed: Resistance Begins with Reason
Trump Hates His New Nickname
#politics #Trump #TACO Why does Trump really hate the nickname TACO?It stands for "Trump Always Chickens Out"—a jab from Wall Street mocking how he caves on tariff threats.But what really stings? It's not just the name.It’s that it comes from the people he craves respect from the most: elite investors and financial media.For a man who built his image on "never quitting," TACO cuts deep.#tariffs #WallStreet #TrumpNews #shorts #satire #economy #philosophyallalong #branding #2024election #conservative #liberal #uspolitics
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5 months ago
2 minutes 48 seconds

Red, Blue, and Screwed: Resistance Begins with Reason
Trump vs. Harvard: Can He Redirect $3B to Trade Schools?
#TrumpVsHarvard #TradeSchoolDebate #MAGAPresident Trump's proposal to divert $3 billion in federal grants from Harvard to trade schools has ignited debates about meritocracy, class dynamics, and the value of higher education. In this video, we delve into the legal and political challenges of such a move, examine the appeal to blue-collar workers who feel marginalized by elite institutions, and explore the contradictions within both the political right and working-class communities. Ultimately, we reflect on the broader human tendency to create hierarchies and the importance of recognizing the value in diverse forms of knowledge and labor.#ClassDivide #EducationPolitics #BlueCollarVoices #AcademicFreedom #PopulismExplained #HumanHierarchy #LeftistPerspective #WorkingClassNarratives #HigherEdControversy #VocationalTraining #PoliticalHypocrisy #SocialEquity
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5 months ago
2 minutes 59 seconds

Red, Blue, and Screwed: Resistance Begins with Reason
The REAL Reason They are Banning Fluoride
Florida and other states are removing fluoride from public drinking water—even though it’s been called one of the greatest public health achievements of the 20th century.#Fluoride #FloridaPolitics #publichealth In this video, philosopher and educator @PhilosophyAllAlong breaks down the facts about fluoride’s safety and effectiveness, debunks the conspiracy theories, and offers his own critical take on why the real danger isn’t fluoride… but what happens when public health gets politicized.Sources:CDC: https://www.cdc.gov/mmwr/preview/mmwrhtml/mm4841a1.htmWHO: https://www.who.int/publications/i/item/9789241549950J Dent Res study: https://journals.sagepub.com/doi/full/10.1177/0022034513496351Harvard Fluoride/IQ study overview: https://www.hsph.harvard.edu/news/features/fluoride-childrens-health-grandjean-choi/#RonDeSantis #DentalCare #CDC #WaterCrisis #MedicalFreedom #PhilosophyTube #MaslowHierarchy #OralHealth #FluorideMyths #FluorideFacts00:00 Intro – Why Is Florida Banning Fluoride?0:19 Fluoride: One of Public Health’s Greatest Hits00:51 The Mind Control Theory... Debunked by Itself01:13 What Is Fluoride, Really? (And Why It Works)01:43 Fluoride Helps Everyone—Especially the Poor02:12 The Real Numbers: Is Fluoride Actually Dangerous?03:36 DeSantis Says It’s Medication—But Is It?04:39 This Isn’t About Freedom—It’s About Control06:14 My Conspiracy Theory: Desperation Breeds Obedience07:20 What You Can Do If Fluoride Is Removed
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5 months ago
8 minutes 30 seconds

Red, Blue, and Screwed: Resistance Begins with Reason
Red, Blue, & Screwed: Resistance Begins with Reason