Saying aloud, again, what Democrats have in store for the country

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Carville: Dems Should Grant DC, Puerto Rico Statehood and Pack SCOTUS When They Regain Power

Add to Carvell’s prescription the gerrymandering occuring, the “popular vote” pact (CT’s a signator) that goes around the Constitution’s Electoral College structure and will hand the small states’ voters over to the tender hands of Democrat mob rule, and mail-in, early voting, and we have a problem. Plus, of course, voter fraud and replacement constituencies — we’ve made it 250 years; I doubt we’ll see 275.

David Strom has related thoughts:

Virginia Is the Model for the Future of Democratic Party Rule

Virginia is a purple state, and that fact was reflected in the vote on the Constitutional Amendment to gerrymander it. The final vote totals have yet to come in, but the early vote totals mirror the presidential election, in which Harris won by a narrow margin. 

Virginians, by two or three points, voted to disenfranchise about 48% of the state. 

A daring medical approach, although Robert Spencer is skeptical — so am I

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Of course, we’re not (witch) doctors, so what do we know?

This story’s from Canada, but it’s easy to envision it occurring in any number of our own courts.

A Jihadi Stabs a Soldier for Allah, and Doctors Come Up With a Remarkable Cure for What Ails Him

….. The Daily Mail reported Tuesday that “a Canadian terrorist who burst into a military recruitment service and stabbed soldiers has been given permission to fly to Saudi Arabia and Somalia – even though officials say he ‘continues to pose a significant threat to public safety.’” 

They seem to think that the trip will do Ayanle Hassan Ali good, as it will help him become a more devout and observant Muslim, and what could possibly be the problem with that?

This ridiculous comic opera began when Ali “entered the Canadian Forces Recruiting Centre in Toronto in March 2016, and immediately attacked the corporal who was seated at the entrance, repeatedly punching him in the head and using a kitchen knife to slash and stab at the soldier. He then fought off other soldiers who tried to take him down.”

After all this, Ali helpfully explained his motivation, telling arresting offers that “Allah told me to do this. “Allah told me to come here and kill people.” 

Anyone who thinks Allah would possibly tell anyone to do such a thing must be crazy, right? After all, it’s a religion of peace! And so “in May 2018, Ali was found not criminally responsible on three counts of attempted murder, as well as two counts of assault causing bodily harm, two counts of assault with a weapon and possession of a weapon for a dangerous purpose due to his schizophrenia diagnosis.”

That was eight years ago, however, and now he has fully recovered, and “is planning to go on a pilgrimage to Mecca with his father and meet a potential bride his dad found for him in Somalia on a three-week long trip.” The Daily Mail tells us that “the Ontario Review Board heard earlier this month how Ali, who is Muslim, wants to travel abroad ‘to facilitate a meeting with a woman as his father has been working on arranging a possible marriage with a woman who resides in Somalia.”

The Review Board was as solicitous as it could be of this man who wanted to kill for Allah: “Mr. Ali has advised that this is not uncommon in his culture and the marriage would only proceed if both parties were agreeable. He is hopeful he will be able to travel to Somalia over the upcoming reporting year for an introductory meeting with the woman.” It was decided that Ali would be permitted to make the trip.

To be sure, before the Review Board made this decision, Ali’s doctors told him how devout he was in his observance of Islam, as if this were a positive step in his healing process. The doctors stated happily that Ali’s “faith and religious beliefs continue to be very important to him, and he attends his mosque weekly and he prays five times a day.” 

Even better, “he and his father have planned for a religious ritual of Umrah pilgrimage to Mecca in Saudi Arabia. Mr. Ali is studying to memorize the Quran and attends the mosque by his father’s house daily to meet with his teacher. He is hopeful that his tutor may assist him in securing a volunteer position at a local school to tutor in math or French.”

The most absurd part of this story, which is riddled with absurdities, is that Canadian officials point to Ayanle Hassan Ali’s devout observance of Islam as an indication that he is turning over a new leaf and rejecting violence. They appear to have been completely uninterested in the fact that he repeatedly invoked Allah as his reason for stabbing the corporal, because they have decided that at the time of the stabbing, he was suffering from a “mental disorder.” But he has put all that behind him now, and look at all the progress he is making: he is memorizing the Qur’an and attending mosque daily! That means that he won’t be violent again, because the true Islam teaches peace — doesn’t it?

Note also that the Daily Mail, the worst paper in the Western world (and it’s not close)…. informs us in the sixth paragraph of its story that Ali is Muslim, despite having told us in the third paragraph that Allah told him to kill people. This is because in the tiny minds of the Daily Mail’s editors, the god of Islam could never and would never tell anyone to kill people. The Daily Mail doesn’t know and doesn’t care that the Qur’an says “kill them wherever you find them” three times (2:191, 4:89, 4:91, cf. 9:5), and contains numerous other exhortations to violence. It assumes that Islam is peace, and that everyone knows that, and so when this fellow starts insisting that Allah told him to kill, the Daily Mail thinks people are out there scratching their heads and wondering what religion Ayanle Hasan Ali professes. So it duly informs them a few paragraphs down.

Meanwhile, this fellow is on the loose, with his head full of Qur’anic exhortations. What could possibly go wrong?

But wait, there’s more!

This happened in 2019, a year after he’d been determined nt guilty by reason of insanity,

Toronto recruitment centre stabber cleared by appeal court to attend college on his own

Prosecutors argued the board's ruling gave too much consideration to Ayanle Hassan Ali's needs and too little to public safety

Ya think?

E. Middle Patent Road sells at a premium

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93 E Middle Patent Road, listed at $1.650 million sold for $2. Greenwich postal address, Stamford schools and taxes, New Canaan buyer.

(Some of it was) built in 1760, and although its interior pictures have been taken off the internet, I recall that much of what was original remains, at least in spirit. 4.6 acres, and the raised garden beds are almost worth the price in themelves (although deer fencing 6’- high might be advised; that or a compound bow).

I’m still troubled by this bit of verbiage in the listing, though it obviously didn’t bother the bidders:

Steeped in history and timeless New England character, this serene Greenwich retreat beautifully preserves the architectural integrity of an earlier era. Set along one of back-country Greenwich's most picturesque roads, this special property offers the rare opportunity to own a home rich in provenance, craftsmanship, and authentic period detail. Cozy fireplaces, detailed millwork, and beautifully designed rooms evoke a sense of history while expansive windows frame tranquil views of the surrounding landscape. A true Greenwich treasure, 93 E Middle Patent Road is where character, comfort, and calm converge.

And the gavel slams down

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8 Old Round Hill Lane has sold for $8 million. A beautiful house when it was built by Alex Kaal-Nagy in 2002, it’s been mired in bitter, protracted divorce/post-divorce/foreclosure proceedings for more than a decade and the house has suffered. A small sample of that can be found in the last listing:

Note that a leak from a SubZero freezer in the kitchen's pantry caused damage to some floors and cabinetry. The leak was fixed immediately, and wet material was removed, however buyer will need to restore this affected area. Separately, the heating system needs repair as well. House being sold as is.

But that’s all done with now, and I’m sure the new owner will bring it back to what it once was.

I was going to title this “Morning Chuckle”, but then decided that it really isn’t very funny at all. A tad scary, though.

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“The past was alterable. The past never had been altered," George Orwell wrote in 1984. "Oceania was at war with Eastasia. Oceania had always been at war with Eastasia." Except that, you know, up until that moment, Oceania had been allied with Eastasia in a war against Eurasia.

Things change. So does the propaganda — so smoothly that you wonder if Orwell got his ideas for Big Brother from time-traveling modern-day Democrats.

>>>>

But Orwell's deeper warning wasn't that the Party could rewrite history at a moment's notice — it was that the people would eagerly go along.

"There was, of course, no admission that any change had taken place. Merely it became known, with extreme suddenness and everywhere at once, that Eastasia and not Eurasia was the enemy... Without words said, a wave of understanding rippled through the crowd. Oceania was at war with Eastasia!"

And always had been.

A reader passes along another example of what our Hartford Democrats are up to

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“My far-left state senator” [Ceci Maher, Wilton] :

Dear Neighbor,

Federal ICE agents are terrorizing our Connecticut communities — and the human toll is devastating. Children are missing school, the meals that come with it, and the connection to their community. Families are too frightened to leave their homes to go to work, the hospital, a pharmacy, or even to visit the food pantry. Young children are living with a level of fear that no child should ever know.

That's why I was proud to vote in favor of Senate Bill 397, the Democracy and Government Accountability Act. This landmark legislation fights back against the unconstitutional abuses being carried out across our state.

It prohibits arrests for civil offenses in protected areas like schools, churches, and houses of worship, creates new legal tools to hold federal agents accountable, bans law enforcement from concealing their identities, empowers our Attorney General and Inspector General to act swiftly when rights are violated, and ensures that license plate reader data can't be weaponized against our neighbors.

Every person in Connecticut deserves to feel safe — in their home, in their child's school, on their own street. This bill is our commitment to making that true.

As our reader comments ….

Funny thing, though...I (and probably 99.99% of my fellow townsfolk whom she represents) don't need "protection" from ICE. I did not ask for any such protection. And she must know that the overwhelming majority of her constituents do not need such "protection". So, why is she so giddy? Is it for bragging rights at the next cocktail party that is full of people on "the right side of history"?

Maybe she's been encouraged by her daughter, who heads up NPR and fires staffers that express a diversity of opinion.

Sigh.

"A Reader Up North"

The daughter referred to is Katherine “Truth is a Distraction” Maher, who spent years as head censor at Wikipedia, assuring its far-left tilt, before joining NPR as its CEO:

Returning to Mama, I’ll also add this, having seen it on the senator’s website; an interesting claim, in view of her colleagues in the state house just upping the permissible THC content in gummies and children’s milk:

As the dangers of THC are exposed, CT Democrats respond by ...?

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House passes bill removing limits on THC in cannabis products

The bill would eliminate caps on THC concentration in cannabis flower, raise THC limits in infused drinks.

A bill revamping regulations around the cannabis market passed the House of Representatives Monday night after a debate over what some lawmakers saw as a loosening of important restrictions on cannabis sale, and what others saw as logical modifications to a system that was placing barriers in front of a growing market. 

“What this does is, it modernizes our cannabis and hemp laws to reflect today’s market realities,” said Rep. Roland Lemar, D-New Haven, during the debate. 

It would be interesting to see the lobbyist cash that’s been pocketed by these people.

AI Overview

The human brain continues to develop until the mid-20s, making it particularly vulnerable to the effects of tetrahydrocannabinol (THC). Regular THC use during this critical period can disrupt natural neurodevelopmental processes, potentially leading to long-term or permanent changes in brain structure and function.

Cognitive and Developmental Impacts

THC affects the parts of the brain responsible for high-level executive functions, including the prefrontal cortex, which is among the last areas to fully mature.

  • Impaired Learning and Memory: Regular use is linked to deficits in attention, concentration, and both short- and long-term memory.

  • Reduced Intellectual Ability: Research suggests that persistent, heavy use starting in adolescence may cause a significant decline in IQ (up to 8 points) that may not be fully recovered even after quitting.

  • Executive Functioning Issues: Teens may struggle with problem-solving, decision-making, and impulse control.

  • Academic and Social Consequences: These cognitive shifts often manifest as lower grades, a higher likelihood of dropping out, and reduced life satisfaction in adulthood.

    Centers for Disease Control and Prevention | CDC (.gov) +7

Mental Health Risks

Using THC before the brain is fully developed significantly increases the risk for several psychiatric conditions:

  • Psychosis and Schizophrenia: Early and frequent use of high-potency THC products is strongly linked to an increased risk of developing permanent psychotic disorders, especially in those with a family history.

  • Depression and Anxiety: Adolescents who use cannabis are more likely to experience increased symptoms of depression, anxiety, and suicidal ideation.

  • Addiction (Cannabis Use Disorder): Approximately 17% of those who start using in their teens will become addicted, a higher rate than for those who begin in adulthood.

    Rutgers University +5

Physical and Structural Brain Changes

The National Institute on Drug Abuse (NIDA) and other researchers have identified physical alterations in the brains of young users:

National Institute on Drug Abuse (NIDA) (.gov)

  • Connectivity Disruptions: THC can overwhelm the Endocannabinoid System, which is vital for building healthy neural connections.

  • Tissue Thinning: Studies using MRI scans have shown thinning of the prefrontal cortex and damage to white matter, which is essential for communication between different brain regions.

  • Dopamine System Dysregulation: Long-term use can negatively impact the brain's reward system, leading to lack of motivation and a reduced ability to feel pleasure.

    PubMed Central (PMC) (.gov) +5

  • Cannabis and Brain Health - CDC

    Feb 15, 2024 — Key points * Cannabis affects brain development. * Cannabis use directly affects brain function — specifically the parts of the br...

    Centers for Disease Control and Prevention | CDC (.gov)

  • Cannabis and Brain Health - CDC

    Feb 15, 2024 — Key Points. Cannabis use directly affects brain function — specifically the parts of the brain responsible for memory, learning, a...

    Centers for Disease Control and Prevention | CDC (.gov)

  • Marijuana and the developing brain

    Nov 1, 2015 — Marijuana and the developing brain. More states are legalizing marijuana, but concerns remain about its long-term effects on the a...

    American Psychological Association (APA)

Cannabis and Brain Health

Centers for Disease Control and Prevention | CDC (.gov)

https://www.cdc.gov › cannabis › health-effects › brain...

Feb 15, 2024 — Cannabis affects brain development. Cannabis use directly affects brain function — specifically the parts of the brain responsible for memory, ...Read more

Effects of Cannabis on the Adolescent Brain - PMC - NIH

by J Jacobus · 2014 · Cited by 410 — Teens who engage in heavy marijuana use often show disadvantages in neurocognitive performance, macrostructural and microstructural brain development, and ...Read more

Cannabis and the Brain

Harvard Medical School

https://hms.harvard.edu › publications-archive › cannabi...

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And …

’ALL THE BEST PEOPLE ASSURED ME THAT WEED WAS HARMLESS: Over 40% of Fatal Crash Drivers Had THC in Their Blood – Far Above Legal Limits.

Posted at 6:00 pm by Glenn Reynolds on Oct 9th, 2025 56

UP IN SMOKE: Nearly half of drivers killed in crashes had THC in their blood.

New study findings show that over 40% of drivers who died in motor vehicle collisions tested positive for active delta-9-tetrahydrocannabinol (THC) in their system, with average blood levels far exceeding those considered to cause impairment. The research highlights a significant and persistent public health risk that is unchanged by the legalization of recreational cannabis, the authors said.

The research will be presented at the American College of Surgeons (ACS) Clinical Congress 2025 in Chicago, October 4-7.

Flashback: How Weed Became the New Oxycontin: “Prior to legalization, marijuana plants were bred to produce higher and higher concentrations of THC, a naturally occurring chemical compound in the plant that induces euphoria and alters users’ perceptions of reality. In the 1960s, the stuff the hippies were smoking was less than 2% THC. By the ’90s, it was closer to 5%. By 2015, it was over 20%. ‘It’s a freak plant that resembles nothing of what has existed in nature,’ said Laura Stack, a public speaker who has advocated against the industry since her son, Johnny, killed himself three years ago at 19 years old after years of cannabis abuse drove him into psychosis.”

It had to happen at some point, I suppose

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322 Riversville Road, on and off the market since 2012, is reported under contract. Current ask is $2.395 million, close to the $2.495 it sought 14 years ago. Built in 1845, its location in the shadow of the Merritt Parkway hasn’t helped its chances, but the real problem, as I’ve seen it, is that it’s been decorated like a New Orleans whorehouse all during its stay on the market, and although that might have worked with buyers in 1845, it’s a turn-off now.

Even the Zebra couldn’t save this one

Nor the Orange