More bullies, another life gone. Sammy Teusch's story is making the rounds. At just ten years old, Sammy committed suicide as a result of bullying.
Who bears responsibility? What should we do about it? Using stories from his own life, DL attempts to answer these questions.
S H O W N O T E S
Bully 2011 Documentary: https://www.amazon.com/Bully-Lee-Hirsch/dp/B00BESLM5Y/ref=sr_1_1
Where Are They Now?: https://thecinemaholic.com/bully-documentary-where-are-they-now/
Wait Song: Smoke Rising
Music by: CreatorMix.com
Video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zh_5U1hShBs
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https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yxFIh3I5vNg
In the latest effort to ban things, Congressional member Mike Gallagher has introduced HR 7521 - Protecting Americans from Foreign Adversary Controlled Applications Act.
But does it really protect American privacy? DL discusses.
S H O W N O T E S
The Cut: https://www.thecut.com/2024/03/tiktok-bans-what-to-know.html
Reason: https://reason.com/2024/03/06/dear-government-stop-trying-to-make-tiktok-bans-happen/
CNN: https://www.cnn.com/2023/01/16/tech/tiktok-state-restrictions/index.html
HR 7521: https://www.congress.gov/bill/118th-congress/house-bill/7521
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https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xDFKbfrbVyc
Ben Weir joins me on Friendly Fire to discuss his run for Sheriff of Merrimack County, NH. We discuss his views on laws that should and should not be enforced, his #DeputizeEveryone campaign, and HR 1808 - Assault Weapons Ban of 2022.
Bill Review
HR 1808 - Assault Weapons Ban of 2022: https://www.congress.gov/bill/117th-congress/house-bill/1808
Sources / Referenced Material:
Ben Weir website: https://www.weir4liberty.org
Previous Appearances
Naturalist Capitalist: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MBO14qZBaZ4
Liberty Block: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9h0o9HMWpN4
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https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Q_fVm8pCNxQ
Josh rejoins me and we catch up on the first two pillars of Libertarianism, self-ownership and the non-aggression principle. These are two of what I believe are three fundamental pillars to libertarianism: self-ownership, the non-aggression principle and freedom of association. Rather than aim for a philosophically bullet-proof argument, the goal is to help non-libertarians understand why we libertarians can be so unmovable in our position. In the process, we hope to provide fellow libertarians a different way to present our ideas to those we meet.
Bill Review:
We discuss House Resolution 2211, the Stop Tip-overs of Unstable, Risky Dressers on Youth Act (STURDY Act)
Cited Material:
STURDY Act - https://www.congress.gov/bill/116th-congress/house-bill/2211
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https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=p48EjQywcAo
City Council candidate Eric Parker, Lt. Gov candidate Jerry Rorabaugh, and myself have a short conversation about our first day at LibertyCon, and what to expect on day two.
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https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rSw5qPXz3c4
Josh and I catch up on some bill reviews and even show how they might interact with each other.
We review,
* Florida's HB 1, the anti-riot bill recently passed by Gov DeSantis;
* Florida's HB 1475, the bill related to transgender women in sports;
* US SB 937, the COVID19 Hate Crimes Act.
Cited Or Used Material:
Florida HB 1 - https://www.flsenate.gov/Session/Bill/2021/1
Florida HB 1475 - https://www.flsenate.gov/Session/Bill/2021/1475
US SB 937 - https://www.congress.gov/bill/117th-congress/senate-bill/937
Stop AAIP Hate Report - https://stopaapihate.org/2020-2021-national-report/
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https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8fwW-QdNAgE
Secret Santas, a mouse that cleans, animal shelters, and a hustling cyclist.
L I N K S
Secret Santa: https://www.cbsnews.com/video/the-uplift-christmas-eve-slumber-party/
Dog Shelter: https://www.goodnewsnetwork.org/hundreds-answer-the-call-of-polish-dog-shelters-appeal-for-temporary-homes-as-temperatures-plummet/
DC Delivery Guy: https://www.instagram.com/bikingdc/?utm_source=ig_embed&ig_rid=77e445b1-bba0-4716-a06a-c6a8724dafaf
Mouse Cleans Shed: https://www.goodnewsnetwork.org/you-wont-believe-your-eyes-watching-this-mouse-tidy-up-a-mans-garden-shed-workbench/
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https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=a01pioqc9p4
LibertyDad welcomes Greg Peele who is running for Rules Committee of the Libertarian Party of Florida (LPF).
Libertarians can be a tough crowd, sometimes unfairly so. But that is no excuse not to rigorously challenge those vying for leadership positions within the party. Having worked hard to challenge members and leadership at all levels, and from all sub-groups within the party, DL put out a call. His offer:
"I'll give any willing candidate a tough interview; not hostile but def tough. But forewarning: friend, acquaintance or foe, I will be respectful but not hold back."
Greg answered and comes to sit in the hot seat.
Sources:
Music - Grapes by J Lang, Morusque: http://dig.ccmixter.org/files/grapes/16626
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https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2VPFoAnCOd0
A recent comment by someone on Twitter sparked an idea. Society has conflicting views on female teachers who engage in sexual activity with students. Often, upon hearing a story, many people jump in to virtually high-five a kid from a distance. I explore this issue and discuss why this is actually harmful and female teachers are sexual abusers.
S H O W N O T E S
SNL Teacher Trial: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eM28YFrMdfI
Slate: https://slate.com/technology/2006/01/are-teachers-who-sleep-with-boys-getting-off.html
Reuters: https://www.reuters.com/article/idUSKBN0NC14G/
"Understanding Resilience Strategies Among Minor-Attracted
Individuals" (Walker): https://academicworks.cuny.edu/cgi/viewcontent.cgi?article=3317&context=gc_etds
"Sexual abuse by educators..." (Christensen, Darling): https://durham-repository.worktribe.com/output/1295973/sexual-abuse-by-educators-a-comparison-between-male-and-female-teachers-who-sexually-abuse-students
Wait Song: Smoke Rising
Music by: CreatorMix.com
Video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zh_5U1hShBs
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https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_uXsgi3PiEM