Think and Act Locally

Adam Curry’s guide provides a starting point for creating a hyper-local podcast. The document stresses the importance of consistent scheduling and engaging content, like local meeting rundowns, while keeping the conversation natural. Technical advice includes selecting a reliable hosting service, shunning video, and starting with minimal equipment like a smartphone. The guide recommends specific h...

The Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) website details the US government’s efforts to achieve major reform through asset sales, contract cancellations, and other measures, estimating $105 billion in savings. The website publishes contracts, grants, and real estate lease terminations to enhance transparency. An agency efficiency leaderboard tracks progress among various federal departments....

The text is from the official website of the United States Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE). It highlights the department’s focus on major reform efforts following a public vote. The “Latest work” section indicates the site will showcase the department’s ongoing projects. This suggests the purpose is to provide transparency and updates on governmental improvements. The site is designed t...

This YouTube transcript critiques the progressive education movement, particularly its roots in the factory model of schooling. It highlights John Dewey’s vision of education as a means of shaping social consciousness and his admiration for the Soviet educational system. The text asserts that 19th-century reformers sought to create schools that mirrored the efficiency of factories, treating studen...

Praxis is an entrepreneurial education program that combines mentorship with a professional community. The program’s initial months focus on career discovery, skill development, and entrepreneurial thinking. In later months, participants build business acumen and develop professional skills through hands-on projects, workshops, and discussions. Praxis aims to provide individuals with the life, bus...

A KPRC news report details a dispute in Pasadena, Texas, where a city councilman alleges that the city attorney improperly canceled scholarships intended for low-income students. Councilman Guerrero asserts he allocated funds from his budget for these scholarships, but the city attorney, Jay Dale, rescinded the checks without a clear explanation. The report highlights the disappointment of the stu...

The Libertas Network is dedicated to fostering a freer future by influencing hearts, minds, and laws, primarily through family-focused initiatives. Their strategy involves education and engagement, starting with entrepreneurship programs and educational materials like the Tuttle Twins books, aiming to instill principles of freedom. The organization works to translate these principles into action b...

This document is an excerpt from “Dr. Reality Episode 1218: End Your FEAR Of The IRS Forever!” where Dr. Dave Champion explores why Americans fear the IRS and how to overcome that fear. Champion draws on his book, “Income Tax Shattering the Mist,” and his understanding of income tax law. Here are the key points from the source: • Fear of the IRS stems from a lack of knowledge and understanding of...

The “No Agenda Newsletter” discusses a purported public conflict between Trump and Zelenskyy. The newsletter suggests this “fracas” may be staged, potentially to aid in Zelenskyy’s removal or to distance the U.S. from the EU. It also mentions Marco Rubio’s criticisms of Zelenskyy and the EU’s supportive reaction. The newsletter highlights the show’s independent analysis and invites listeners to su...

This collection of excerpts examines political theory through the lens of “Machiavellianism,” advocating for a scientific approach to understanding power dynamics. It analyzes the ideas of Machiavelli, Mosca, Sorel, Michels, and Pareto, focusing on the nature of elites, the role of myths and violence, and the limits of democracy. A key theme is the tension between formal political ideals and the r...

Ralph Moresy, a veteran of the telecommunications industry, shares his extensive history and insights into the evolution of data infrastructure. He recounts his career journey, beginning with Southwestern Bell and tracing the transformations through AT&T, Lucent Technologies, and Nokia. Moresy elucidates the technical advancements from analog systems to digital networks, including the standard...

In this video, we hear from Ralph Morrissey and Robbie Lowe as they share their side of an ongoing neighborhood dispute involving deed restrictions and property violations. They discuss the challenges of enforcing neighborhood rules, the legal battles that have taken place, and the importance of maintaining community standards. 🔹 Key topics discussed: *The origins of the dispute and how it escala...

Deed restrictions, political corruption, and a neighborly feud that spiraled into legal warfare—this is the story of Steve Alvarez. In Pasadena, Texas, Steve Alvarez simply wanted to modify his home to care for his mother with dementia. But what should have been a routine process turned into a years-long battle against city officials, legal threats, and an influential neighbor who seemed to have t...

“The Doctrine of Fascism” explicates the core tenets of Fascist ideology. It presents Fascism as both action-oriented and deeply philosophical, emphasizing a spiritual and ethical vision of life rooted in duty and sacrifice. Mussolini outlines Fascism’s rejection of materialism, individualism, and traditional political ideologies like socialism, democracy, and liberalism. The doctrine stresses the...

The text explores societal duties and the complexities of class relationships in the United States. It challenges the notion that the successful owe anything to the less fortunate beyond equal rights and opportunities. The author emphasizes individual responsibility, free markets, and limited government intervention. He argues against policies that redistribute wealth or favor specific groups, ass...

Ron Paul’s Gold, Peace, and Prosperity argues for a return to the gold standard, advocating that a currency backed by gold would ensure economic stability and individual liberty. The book criticizes the Federal Reserve System and government’s management of fiat currency, asserting that it leads to inflation and wealth transfer. Paul contends that throughout history, paper money has been subject to...

This newsletter from the No Agenda Show solicits donations to support their independent media program. It promotes various subscription levels and one-time contribution options. The newsletter also previews upcoming show topics, highlighting the hosts’ perspective on political issues. Specifically, they plan to discuss the Democratic party’s strategy against Trump and the situation in Ukraine. The...

Frederick Douglass’s Three Addresses offers a compelling examination of the post-slavery relationship between white and Black Americans. Douglass addresses the state of Black citizens, emphasizing persistent discrimination and injustice despite legal advancements. He advocates for conventions of Black people to address grievances and promote unity, while also critiquing those within the Black comm...

New Podcast! Exploring Frederick Douglass’s “On Reconstruction” from Project Gutenberg. Learn about free access to electronic works and the mission to share knowledge. Discover the history and impact of this important text! #FrederickDouglass https://thinkandactlocally.com/donate/ https://thinkandactlocally.myshopify.com/ Youtube - @ThinkandActLocally www.youtube.com/@ThinkandActLocally Facebook -...

Byne Frances Goodman’s 1912 thesis, “The Black Codes, 1865-1866,” explores the legal restrictions placed on newly freed African Americans in the South following the Civil War. The work analyzes the specific laws enacted in various states, examining their provisions regarding civil rights, labor contracts, vagrancy, and criminal justice. Goodman details both the content of the codes and the opposit...

Prince Estabrook’s life as an enslaved man who fought for American independence is chronicled in this narrative. It details his participation in the Battles of Lexington and Concord, where he was wounded, and his subsequent service in the Continental Army. The account highlights his unique position as someone fighting for a nation that simultaneously denied him his own freedom. Despite being ensla...

The text comes from a biography of Harriet Tubman, an abolitionist also known as a conductor on the Underground Railroad. Published in 1942 and reprinted in 1973, the book explores Tubman’s life from her early years and revolt against slavery to her role as a national figure. It covers her work with the Underground Railroad, her involvement in the war years, and her later life. The biography also...

John Brown’s Provisional Constitution outlined a framework for a new government intended to replace the existing one in the United States, specifically targeting the abolition of slavery. The document details the structure of this provisional government, including legislative, executive, and judicial branches, as well as provisions for a military force. It also lays out rules related to treatment...

This document, Around La Porte, Volume 14, No. 6, provides a snapshot of community happenings in La Porte, Texas, during February 2025. It covers a range of local news, including a recent winter storm, Valentine’s Day celebrations, and events at the La Porte Independent School District (LPISD). The publication also highlights community activities like Mardi Gras on Main, city council meetings, and...

Irwin Schiff’s lecture, transcribed from a YouTube video, contends that the federal income tax is a voluntary system, not mandated by law. He argues that Americans have been misled into believing it is compulsory, causing undue financial and emotional distress. Schiff claims that the IRS, with the support of tax professionals and the media, engages in organized extortion. He points to government d...