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03/06/2025

Arizona Takes a Stand Against Stolen Valor: HB2030 Passes Unanimously

The Arizona House of Representatives has passed House Bill 2030, the Master Sergeant Orlando Dona Valor Act, with a unanimous vote. Sponsored by decorated combat veteran Rep. Walt Blackman, this groundbreaking legislation strengthens penalties for those who fraudulently claim military service or honors. Learn how this bill works to protect the integrity of Arizona's veterans and honor their sacrifices.

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The Arizona House of Representatives has unanimously passed House Bill 2030, the Master Sergeant Orlando Dona Valor Act, with a 58-0 vote. The bill, championed by State Representative Walt Blackman, aims to strengthen penalties for individuals who fraudulently claim military service or honors to dec...

03/06/2025

Transform Your Life: The Power of a Growth Mindset

This March, join Heather Jenkins, NBC-HWC as we explore how shifting your mindset can lead to better health, greater resilience, and success.

In Week 1, we dive into the difference between fixed and growth mindsets, and share practical steps to help you embrace challenges and turn setbacks into opportunities for growth. Don't miss out on this transformative journey!

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Welcome to the first week of our “Mindful March” series, where we explore the power of mindset and its profound impact on our lives. In this week’s edition, we’ll dive into the transformative potential of a positive mindset, uncover the differences between fixed and growth mindsets, and expl...

03/06/2025

Virginia Senator Bryce Reeves: DEI Distractions Undermine Military Lethality and Readiness

In this compelling opinion piece, Virginia Senator Bryce Reeves, a former Army Ranger, makes the case that the U.S. military’s focus on Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) is diverting critical resources away from warfighting readiness. With global adversaries sharpening their forces, Senator Reeves argues that the Pentagon must refocus on lethality and operational readiness to maintain military superiority.

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As a former Army Ranger I have a growing concern that the Pentagon and other branches of the U.S. military have increasingly prioritized Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) initiatives, often diverting resources, time, and focus from core military objectives. While these initiatives are well-inte...

03/04/2025

Senate Republicans Push for Tax Relief: No Taxes on Overtime and Tips for Hardworking New Yorkers!

Senate Republicans are taking action to provide much-needed relief for New York workers. New bills aim to eliminate state taxes on overtime pay and cash tips, putting more money in the pockets of hardworking New Yorkers. Will these tax cuts make it into the state budget? Read on to find out!

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– In a press conference held yesterday, Senate Republicans, led by Senator Steve Rhoads, introduced new legislation aimed at alleviating the financial burden on hardworking New Yorkers. The proposed bills, S.587 and S.3914, are designed to eliminate state income taxes on overtime pay and cash tips...

03/04/2025

New Legislation Could Impact Arizona State Employees' Remote Work

Arizona Senate Bill 1237 has been introduced, proposing significant changes to how state employees can work remotely. If passed, full-time employees will be required to perform their duties at the office, with limited exceptions for sick leave and certain on-site duties. Stay tuned to learn how this bill could reshape remote work policies for Arizona state agencies.

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Arizona Senate Bill 1237, which is currently under review, aims to limit remote work for full-time state employees. If the bill passes, employees will be required to work from their office during regular hours, with a few exceptions. Supervisors could allow employees to work remotely if they’re si...

03/03/2025

Wisconsin Senate Moves Fast on Trades Contracts Under Felzkowski’s Leadership

Senate President Mary Felzkowski is making swift moves in her new role, expediting the approval process for Wisconsin’s unionized building trades employees. The Joint Committee on Employment Relations has given the green light to these contracts earlier than ever before. Find out what’s next in the legislative process and how this impacts Wisconsin workers.

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Senate President Mary Felzkowski, in her new role as co-chair of the Joint Committee on Employment Relations, helped facilitate the committee’s approval of contracts for unionized building trades employees working in Wisconsin State Government. This marks the earliest these contracts have ever bee...

03/02/2025

Curveballs of Change: How Shifting Tastes, Tech, and Politics Reshape America

This week in Remember This, Bill Greener takes a deep dive into the forces behind major shifts in culture, politics, and even our beloved pastimes. With Major League Baseball and ESPN parting ways after 2025, he reflects on how changing tastes, technological advancements, and political overreach have shaped everything from America’s favorite sports to the direction of national policy. Are some shifts inevitable, or do arrogance and bad decisions accelerate the decline? Read on for a thought-provoking look at the patterns of change—and the lessons they hold.

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My favorite sport, one that I played for three years in college, is baseball. This week,Major League Baseball (MLB) and the giant sports network ESPN announced thatafter 2025, their relationship would be ending. We will leave it for another dayproviding focus on why this further proves MLB is run by...

03/01/2025

Saturday Brain Boost: Fun Facts to Make You Think—🦩Why Are Flamingos Pink? 🦩

Flamingos are famous for their bright pink feathers—but what if we told you they aren’t actually born that way?

In fact, without one surprising thing in their diet, they’d never turn pink at all!

Oh, and a group of flamingos? It’s not a flock… it’s something much more fitting.

Find out the fun answer here!

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Did you know? A group of flamingos is called a ‘flamboyance’! ✨ Flamingos are already some of the flashiest birds on the planet with their bright pink feathers, long legs, and unique beaks—but their collective name makes them even cooler! When these social birds gather in large groups, they ...

03/01/2025

Arizona Bill Aims to Revolutionize PTSD and TBI Treatment for Veterans

Could a new treatment for PTSD and traumatic brain injuries revolutionize care for veterans? Arizona House Bill 2871 is pushing for $5 million in funding for a clinical research study that could unlock the potential of an unconventional solution. Supported by Representative Justin Wilmeth, this bill may offer a next-gen approach to conditions that many veterans struggle with. What is this treatment, and could it really change everything?

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A new bill introduced in the Arizona House of Representatives aims to transform the treatment options available for military veterans suffering from post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) and traumatic brain injuries (TBI). House Bill 2871, presented this past Wednesday in the House Committee of the....

03/01/2025

This week’s Friday Fuel with Rosemary dives into the often-overlooked key to progress—rest and recovery. Your fitness goals aren’t just built in the gym; they’re strengthened through quality sleep, proper nutrition, and mindful recovery. Learn how to balance exertion with restoration to boost performance, prevent burnout, and keep crushing your goals.

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In the pursuit of fitness goals, rest and recovery are often underestimated. Adequate rest is as crucial as exercise itself. The Science Behind RecoveryDuring rest periods, the body repairs and strengthens muscles, replenishes energy stores, and reduces the risk of injury. Without sufficient recover...

02/28/2025

Final Edition of February Focus: Love Starts with You—Self-Love and Holistic Health with Heather Jenkins, NBC-HWC

As we wrap up our four-week February Focus series, we’re diving into the powerful connection between self-love and holistic health. True well-being is about nurturing mind, body, and spirit together, and this week, we’re sharing practical ways to create balance and fulfillment in your life.

From reducing stress and boosting resilience to embracing self-care habits that fuel your whole-person health, this final edition will empower you to prioritize yourself—because a strong foundation of self-love leads to a thriving life.

Your journey to holistic well-being starts now. Let’s finish strong!

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This February, in honor of Valentine’s Day, we’re wrapping up our four-week Friday series focused on self-love, self-care, and healthy relationships. In the final week, we’ll explore the powerful connection between self-love and holistic healing. True well-being is about nurturing your mind, b...

02/28/2025

Texas Bill Would Require Parental Consent for S*x Ed in Schools

A Texas bill by Sen. Donna Campbell would require written parental consent before students receive s*x education in public schools. Supporters call it a win for parental rights, while critics say it could limit access to s*x ed. The bill is pending in committee.

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Texas State Senator Donna Campbell has introduced Senate Bill 371, a measure that would require public schools to obtain written parental consent before providing students with human s*xuality instruction. The bill, which is supported along partisan lines (Republican 5-0), aims to ensure parents hav...

02/28/2025

The Georgia House of Representatives has approved House Bill 267, the Riley Gaines Act, moving it to the Senate for consideration. Backed by Speaker Jon Burns and former NCAA swimmer Riley Gaines, the bill aims to protect fairness in female athletics by prohibiting biological males from competing in girls’ sports. Read more about the legislation and its impact.

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The Georgia House of Representatives has passed House Bill 267, known as the ‘Riley Gaines Act,’ advancing it to the Senate for further consideration. The bill, a legislative priority for House Speaker Jon Burns, seeks to prohibit biological males from competing in girls’ sports at all levels ...

02/27/2025

When subtle changes in their son's behavior turned into a years-long battle for answers, the Coleman's never imagined they would become fierce advocates for children suffering from PANS/PANDAS. Their journey—marked by misdiagnoses, financial struggles, and unwavering hope—has reshaped their family and strengthened their resolve to spread awareness about these misunderstood autoimmune conditions.

➡️ Read how one mother is turning her family's fight into a movement for better diagnosis, treatment, and support for affected children.

https://thinkamerican.news/2025/02/27/understanding-pans-pandas-a-mothers-journey-of-advocacy-and-hope/

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When Miles and Anna Coleman first noticed subtle changes in their son Asher after an illness, they never imagined it would lead them down an eight-year journey of navigating a misunderstood autoimmune condition. Today, these parents are fierce advocates for raising awareness about Pediatric Acute-on...

02/27/2025

The Dangerous Servant: A Call for Government Accountability

In his thought-provoking piece, Chris Holbert delves into the wisdom behind the famous quote, “Government is not reason; it is not eloquent; it is force,” exploring how government can often be both a dangerous servant and a fearful master. He draws on decades of experience to highlight the growing concerns about government overreach and the need for a government that truly serves the people.

https://thinkamerican.news/opinions/think-american-the-dangerous-servant-and-fearful-master/

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About twenty years ago, a friend shared a quote that stuck with me: “Government is not reason; it is not eloquent; it is force. Like fire, it is a dangerous servant and a fearful master.” Those wise words are generally attributed to George Washington and present-day internet posts certainly su....

02/27/2025

Senator Lisa Frizell Stands Strong After Cancer Diagnosis, Vows to Keep Fighting

Yesterday, Senator Lisa Frizell took to the Colorado State Senate floor to share her stage I breast cancer diagnosis—but made it clear she isn’t slowing down. With unwavering determination, Frizell pledged to continue fighting for her constituents while encouraging women to prioritize routine screenings. Read more about her powerful message and the outpouring of support from her colleagues.

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Yesterday, when Senator Lisa Frizell addressed the floor of the Colorado State Senate, she shared the news of her stage I breast cancer diagnosis but made it clear that she remains fully committed to serving her constituents. “I am not going anywhere, and I’m going to be fine,” Frizell assured...

02/26/2025

National Guard Deployed to NY Prisons Amid Strikes – Senator Ortt Sounds Off

Governor Hochul’s decision to send the National Guard into New York’s prisons has sparked major backlash as corrections officers across the state walk off the job. Senate Republican Leader Rob Ortt is calling it a “failure of leadership,” arguing that repealing the HALT Act and addressing staffing shortages should be the real focus. Are troops really the answer to New York’s prison crisis? Read more here.

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Senate Republican Leader Rob Ortt is criticizing Governor Kathy Hochul’s decision to deploy the National Guard to state prisons as correctional officers across New York stage strikes over staffing shortages and working conditions. “Sending the National Guard into our subways to do the job of the...

02/26/2025

In his latest Common Sense column, Bill Greener pulls no punches, exposing the glaring double standards in today’s political discourse. From “saving democracy” to free speech flip-flopping, he lays out why Americans aren’t buying the nonsense—and why common sense still matters. Read now and see if you’re calling BS too!

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The American people, contrary to the views of some folks, are neither stupid nor evil.Most normal people do not spend virtually every waking moment fixated on thingspolitical. They do not follow every detail of what takes place. However, through ourhistory, it is my opinion our citizens have shown a...

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One Virginia lawmaker advocates for bold solutions to make homeownership more accessible for working families. From down payment assistance to banning hedge funds from buying homes, his plan could reshape the future of housing in the state. https://thinkamerican.news/2024/12/04/virginia-lawmaker-pushes-for-major-housing-reforms-to-help-first-time-homebuyers/

In this week's featured op-ed, Louisiana State Representative Michael Echols examines the stark contrast between President Joe Biden's pardon of his son, Hunter, and the relentless media attacks on former President Donald Trump. Take a deeper dive as Echols calls for a free press, impartial justice, and accountability in American politics. #HunterBiden #HunterBidenPardon #JoeBiden #DonaldTrump #PoliticalIrony #BidenFamilyScandal #mediabias https://thinkamerican.news/opinions/the-irony-of-redemption-a-tale-of-two-presidents/

Thanksgiving is more than turkey and stuffing—it’s about the memories we make and the stories we share. This year, we’ve compiled a collection of heartfelt, hilarious, and nostalgic Thanksgiving moments from people across the country. Take a break from the hustle & bustle, grab a slice of pie, and enjoy these tales that celebrate family, gratitude, and the joy of coming together. Read the full story here! Happy Thanksgiving from all of us at Think American News! 🧡

In this week’s Tuesday Takeaway, we highlight the resilience and unity of Greenville, SC, and Asheville, NC, as they faced the devastation of Hurricanes Helene and Milton. Amid flooding, power outages, and widespread damage, communities came together to support one another in extraordinary ways. Dive into the inspiring stories of neighbors, local leaders, and volunteers who proved the power of community in the face of crisis. https://thinkamerican.news/2024/11/07/rising-together-community-resilience-after-hurricanes-helene-and-milton/

In this week’s featured Op-Ed, State Senator Drew MacEwen offers a refreshing perspective on the true essence of democracy. Reflecting on his recent electoral defeat, he emphasizes the importance of unity, respectful dialogue, and recognizing shared goals—even amidst political rivalry. His message is a powerful call for Americans to rise above divisions and reaffirm their commitment to the ideals that define the nation. https://thinkamerican.news/opinions/time-for-america-to-come-together/

In this week’s Tuesday Takeaway, former MLB pitcher Rob Semerano shares his extraordinary journey of resilience and ambition as he chases a Major League comeback at the age of 43. Dive into Semerano’s inspiring story of perseverance, from overcoming career-altering injuries to teaching life lessons through his love for baseball. #MLB #tommyjohn #resilience #thinkamerican #baseball https://thinkamerican.news/?p=211

Happy Hug a Musician Day! Did you know there’s a non-profit in upstate New York dedicated to making music education more accessible for children in Northern NY? Their mission is to provide quality instruments, dynamic enrichment opportunities, and essential professional development for local teachers to support the lasting impact of their efforts. We can’t wait to share more about the amazing work they’re doing for their community—keep an eye out for the story in the coming weeks!

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