All posts byJen Hobbs
Jen Hobbs has worked behind-the-scenes with Governor Jesse Ventura since 2007. She’s a spirited advocate of searching for the truth, no matter where it leads. When it comes to matters of government, politics, and current events, she abhors the mainstream media’s predictable left/right bias. She enjoys conversations that challenge opinions and debate the issues without O’Reilly-style theatrics. However, she’s not opposed to rabble-rousing those who take themselves too seriously (all in good fun).
Drug Company Raises Price of Daraprim from $13.50 Per Tablet to $750 Overnight
In a capitalistic society, is there a moral obligation to provide life-saving medication at an affordable cost?
9/11 Responders Medical Benefits and Compensation Defeated Today by GOP
Motion to discuss the bill to provide medical benefits and compensation for emergency workers who were first on the scene of the September 11, 2001 terrorist attacks fell three votes short today.
The Ferguson Commission Says It's Time For Change
The Ferguson Commission, a 16-member panel appointed by Missouri Governor Nixon, has asked for the decrease of the use of police force.
Monsanto Is Guilty of Chemical Poisoning, According to French Court
"A French court upheld a 2012 ruling in which Monsanto was found guilty of chemical poisoning of a French farmer, who says he suffered neurological problems after inhaling the U.S. company's Lasso weedkiller," Reuters reports.
Off The Grid: John McAfee Wants Your Vote in 2016 (Maybe)
This morning, John McAfee, best known for founding the anti-virus software firm McAfee Security (to which is he no longer affiliated), filed paperwork (PDF) with the Federal Election Commission announcing his intent to run for the office of President of the United States. Here’s 15 things you probably didn’t know about him.
Teen Zachery Anderson Gets Break in Fighting Sex Offender Charges
Judge Wiley who initially sentenced Anderson with sex offender charges finally bows out of the case that drew national attention.
Whoops! The U.S. Army Shipped Live Anthrax Spores to 50 States + 9 Countries
Military.com reports the U.S. Army has mistakenly sent live anthrax spores to labs in all 50 states, as well as Guam, the U.S. Virgin Islands, and Puerto Rico.
There are also nine countries that received live anthrax from the army: Japan, United Kingdom, Korea, Australia, Canada, Italy, Germany, Norway, and Switzerland.
Off The Grid Update: After 21 Years, Jeff Mizanskey Is Finally Free
A Missouri grandfather who was serving life in prison without parole for nonviolent marijuana offenses has finally been set free.
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