Controversial Census Decision Ignites Debate on Electoral Representation

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In a closely watched legislative move, the U.S. House of Representatives passed the Equal Representation Act with a narrow margin, allowing illegal migrants to be counted in the 2030 census for redistricting purposes. This decision, split along party lines, has sparked a heated debate over the implications for American electoral processes and the interpretation of the Fourteenth Amendment. Critics argue that including non-citizens in census counts for apportionment dilutes the influence of American voters and distorts electoral maps, pointing to broader concerns over national security and the integrity of the voting system. Proponents, however, see this as a step towards more inclusive representation, reflecting the reality of America’s diverse population.

Across the Atlantic, a report co-authored by Britain’s former immigration minister, Robert Jenrick, casts a critical eye on the economic impact of mass immigration in the UK. Contrary to previous narratives, the report suggests that high levels of immigration have strained housing, public services, and infrastructure, rather than delivering significant economic benefits. With net migration significantly contributing to England’s housing deficit, the report calls for a reevaluation of immigration policies and recommends measures to manage the flow of migrants more effectively. This analysis comes at a time when immigration remains a contentious issue in British politics, highlighting the complex balance between economic needs and social infrastructure capacity.

In Canada, the Online Harms Act has stirred controversy with its provisions for retroactive punishment and pre-crime measures against hate speech. Critics label the bill draconian for its severe penalties and potential to establish a surveillance state, noting a lack of comprehensive media coverage on its more contentious aspects. The act’s focus on child protection and revenge porn has been overshadowed by concerns over freedom of speech and the implications of incentivizing informant behavior. This legislative effort reflects broader global debates on the regulation of online spaces and the balance between safety and civil liberties.

Meanwhile, the world braced for the final stages of a solar storm, with anticipated minor disruptions to infrastructure and widespread visibility of auroras, even in regions as far south as Puerto Rico. This unusual solar activity highlighted vulnerabilities in Earth’s magnetic field, exacerbated by an ongoing magnetic pole shift. Despite the potential for significant impact, coverage of these solar events and their implications for Earth’s geospheres has been limited, overshadowing the need for preparedness and adaptation strategies in the face of increasing space weather events.

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Equal Representation Act Raises Questions About Counting Illegal Migrants in US Census

The Democrats are losing the favor of the people rapidly, and the new world order is on the line because citizens simply will not vote for these extreme measures that ultimately weaken America.

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Damning Report Exposes Myths of Mass Immigration and Economic Growth in the UK

“The U.K.’s cumulative net migration in the 25 years up to 1997 was just 68,000. In the 25 years to follow, cumulative net migration was at least 5.8 million,” a damning new report co-authored by Britain’s former immigration minister Robert Jenrick finds, exposing the myths perpetuated by the Western liberal mainstream.

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The Online Harms Act: Uncovering the Controversial Provisions

If the courts believe you are likely to commit a ‘hate crime’ or disseminate ‘hate propaganda’ (not defined), you can be placed under house arrest and your ability to communicate with others restricted… If the court believes there’s a risk you may get drunk or high and start tweeting under the influence — although how is unclear, given you can’t use your phone or a PC — it can order you to submit regular urine samples to the authorities. Anyone who refuses to comply with these diktats can be sent to prison…

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Unprecedented Aurora and Solar Storms Signal Earth’s Vulnerability to Magnetic Shift

The only explanation is the same one that applies to the other unprecedented geomagnetic and auroral events over the last year: Earth’s magnetic field is weaker.

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It is my understanding that the practice of counting all residents, regardless of citizenship or legal status, for purposes of congressional apportionment has been in place since the first U.S. Census in 1790. The U.S. Constitution mandates a census every ten years to count the whole number of persons in each state, and this has traditionally been interpreted to include everyone residing in the country at the time of the census. This approach has been consistent across all decennial censuses in U.S. history.

What is new in the proposed process?