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Beijing Winter Olympics Open to Abysmal Ratings

From the story: … the 16 million viewers is a record-low for an Opening Ceremony, with the previous low being 20.1 million viewers for the 1988 Winter Olympics in Calgary. According to polls, one of the main components to the lack of interest is the Olympic Games’ location itself.

Daily Wire

National Security Adviser: “Very Distinct” Possibility Russia Will Attack Ukraine “Any Time Now”

On ABC’s This Week, Jake Sullivan said “We believe that there is a very distinct possibility that Vladimir Putin will order an attack on Ukraine. It could take a number of different forms. It could happen as soon as tomorrow or it could take some weeks yet.” More from the story: What do they plan to do about it? Sullivan said “we are ready to respond in a united, swift and severe way with our allies and partners should he choose to move forward with a military escalation”(ABC News). They are marching against Russian in the streets of Kharkiv (Twitter)

Biden Rewards Iran with Relief on Nuke Sanctions

From the story: As U.S. negotiators head back to Vienna for what could be a make-or-break session, Secretary of State Antony Blinken signed several sanctions waivers related to Iran’s civilian nuclear activities. The move reverses the Trump administration’s decision to rescind them. The waivers are ultimately intended to entice Iran back to the 2015 deal that it has been violating since former President Donald Trump withdrew from the agreement in 2018 and reimposed U.S. sanctions. In the short term, the waivers will exempt foreign countries and companies that work in Iran’s civilian nuclear sector from American penalties (Associated Press). From the Wall Street Journal editorial board: It’s egregious that all this is happening as Iran continues to spread terror in the region (see the Houthis) and stonewall international nuclear inspectors. Washington has held off on censuring Tehran at the International Atomic Energy Agency, fearful that a rebuke at the organization’s Board of Governors will cause the Iranians to walk. But if Iran won’t allow outsiders to fully verify its nuclear activity, what good is a deal that claims to limit nuclear activity? (WSJ). From Nikki Haley: “Biden is giving Iran a win for absolutely nothing in return…to get into Iran’s good graces. The Ayatollahs know Biden will do anything to keep them at the table and they are taking full advantage of us in the process” (Twitter).

Stacey Abrams Photographed Maskless In the Middle of Masked School Children

The picture perfectly captures the soul of Democrats (Washington Times). Meanwhile, a new poll has her down 7 to Kemp in the race for Governor of Georgia (Fox News). Instead of dealing with the issue honestly, Abrams went with the race card (RedState). The new mayor of New York City, a lover of mask mandates for children, was also caught indoors, in public, posing for pictures, maskless (Fox News).

After Leftists Dig Up Old Rogan Clip Where He Uses N-Word, Spotify Stands Firm

From Spotify CEO Daniel Ek: “While I strongly condemn what Joe has said and I agree with his decision to remove past episodes from our platform, I realize some will want more. And I want to make one point very clear – I do not believe that silencing Joe is the answer. We should have clear lines around content and take action when they are crossed, but canceling voices is a slippery slope. Looking at the issue more broadly, it’s critical thinking and open debate that powers real and necessary progress.” Elk also agreed to an “incremental investment of $100 million for the licensing, development, and marketing of music (artists and songwriters) and audio content from historically marginalized groups” to boost “all types of creators” (Daily Wire). From Christina Sommers: Dear @Spotify, The most marginalized group right now? Reasonable, fair-minded & forgiving human beings. Please don’t forget them (Twitter). From Rich Lowry: Everywhere is a college campus now. No one has the fortitude to say, “No, grow up, get over it.” It’s all supine apologies and doublespeak in the same dreary pattern, over and over (Twitter). Rogan explained it was 12 years ago, not something he does any longer, and taken completely out of context (Page Six). The ironically unforgiving CNN wants him ousted (Daily Wire). From Megyn Kelly: The Rogan controversy isn’t about whether he said racist things (or pushed covid misinfo). It’s about the Woke Left’s piety. One must adhere to ALL of their world view or be destroyed. The comments are just the excuse – anyone who doesn’t share their zealotry will be targeted (Twitter). From Erielle Davidson: People’s brains are falling out of their heads, and it is fascinating, yet terrifying to watch. Just complete hysteria (Twitter).

Senator Cruz Calls for Investigation of GoFundMe Over Treatment of Canadian Truckers

From Townhall’s Rebecca Downs: Sen. Ted Cruz (R-TX) is calling on the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) to investigate GoFundMe after they ended a fundraiser for Canadian truckers that had ultimately reached approximately $10 million. Initially, as I reported, the crowdfunding platform announced that donors had to request a refund by February 19, or else the funds would be redistributed. After pushback and threats of investigation, the platform ultimately decided to automatically issue refunds (Townhall). Meanwhile, the mayor of Ottawa has declared a state of emergency over the truckers (NY Times).

Teachers Bailing on Profession

And companies are quickly hiring them. Teachers left their profession at a higher rate than any other industry in 2021. The story notes “Many of those are teachers exhausted from toggling between online and classroom instruction, shifting Covid-19 protocols and dealing with challenging students, parents and administrators.”

WSJ

More than 3 in 4 Voters Believe Members of Congress Have Unfair Stock Trading Advantage

As proven by Nancy Pelosi.

Business Insider

16 Penn Swimmers Want Male Swimmer Barred from Competing Against Women

They are still afraid to be named as Democrats, media and all on the left are willing to crucify women who dare to stand up to this insanity.

NY Post

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Ohio State University Sponsors “Sex Week” Encourages Thanking Abortion Providers

From the story: Student Advocates for Sexual Health Awareness is hosting the “Sex Week,” but told Fox News Digital that several Ohio State University departments such as the Ohio State University Department of Women’s, Gender and Sexuality Studies and the College of Social Work are providing financial support for the week-long event. One event hosted during “Sex Week” is “Valentine’s for Abortion Providers” where students can “help thank abortion providers” for the work that they do.

Fox News