Red States and Cities
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I don’t watch videos - I can learn what I want in seconds with the written word.
So forgive me if stuff I bring up is in the video.
I have to admit surprise over frequent comments from the left about gas prices. I’ve just been in MD, DC and VA since Trump - oh and WA. They make it sound as though gas prices are obscene everywhere. Ok in Washington State they were. I just figured that was a local thing.
But I ain’t seen it. Mostly it’s hovering around 3 bucks. Even in Baltimore. Even in the DC suburbs.
It doesn’t surprise me at all that gas is expensive in liberal regions where they tax the living hell out of it.
So forgive me if stuff I bring up is in the video.
I have to admit surprise over frequent comments from the left about gas prices. I’ve just been in MD, DC and VA since Trump - oh and WA. They make it sound as though gas prices are obscene everywhere. Ok in Washington State they were. I just figured that was a local thing.
But I ain’t seen it. Mostly it’s hovering around 3 bucks. Even in Baltimore. Even in the DC suburbs.
It doesn’t surprise me at all that gas is expensive in liberal regions where they tax the living hell out of it.
Kyle
Beloved Misanthrope
That’s it if you drive out into the middle of America in the red state it’s not like that. It’s about a half a buck cheaper.
The last time I had to make a drive to Carolina, there was a place just short of my destination that gasoline was 2.59 a gallon. In California Maryland at that same time when I filled up to begin the drive, it was 3.09.
This is the part that annoys me - libtards think they're the only ones on earth and nothing exists outside their crappy city/state. The news people do this, focus on NYC because that's where they live, but 97% of the country couldn't care less about their crime and subway issues because it has nothing to do with us. Gutfeld complains about NYC violence and I'm like, well move then dummy. All the crying about Mamdani - well move then. Plenty of places to live in this country that don't suck.
And you can't convince Democrat voters that it's not everywhere, it's just them. "Oh, there are no jobs and housing is too expensive!" "Gas is $5 a gallon!" "You can't go anywhere without being accosted by drug addicts and homeless people pooping in the street!"
Kyle
Beloved Misanthrope
"You can't go anywhere without being accosted by drug addicts and homeless people pooping in the street!"
Multiculturalism.
Kyle
Beloved Misanthrope
The Wyoming Guaranteeing Rights Against Novel International Tyranny and Extortion (GRANITE) Act is a proposed state law introduced as House Bill 70 (HB0070) in the Wyoming Legislature's 2026 session.
Sponsored by Representative Daniel Singh (R-Cheyenne) along with co-sponsors Guggenmos, Heiner, and Wharff, it was introduced in early 2026 (with roots in drafts circulating as early as late 2025). This bill is described as the first state-level effort in the U.S. to protect residents from the extraterritorial enforcement of foreign censorship laws that conflict with U.S. and Wyoming constitutional free speech protections.
As of early February 2026, the bill is active in the legislative process (introduced and available on the Wyoming Legislature's site), but its final status—whether passed, amended, or enacted—would depend on ongoing session developments.
For the full official text and current status, check the Wyoming Legislature's page: https://www.wyoleg.gov/Legislation/2026/HB0070.
This is a bold, proactive measure aimed at reinforcing First Amendment protections against what supporters see as novel forms of international pressure or "tyranny" on free expression.
Sponsored by Representative Daniel Singh (R-Cheyenne) along with co-sponsors Guggenmos, Heiner, and Wharff, it was introduced in early 2026 (with roots in drafts circulating as early as late 2025). This bill is described as the first state-level effort in the U.S. to protect residents from the extraterritorial enforcement of foreign censorship laws that conflict with U.S. and Wyoming constitutional free speech protections.
Key Purposes and Provisions
The act aims to:- Shield Wyoming residents and businesses from foreign (or international organization) attempts to censor or penalize speech, expression, or association that would be protected under the First Amendment to the U.S. Constitution, or equivalent provisions in the Wyoming Constitution (Article 1, Sections 20 and 21).
- It targets "foreign censorship laws," broadly defined to include any foreign regulations, judgments, orders, or demands (e.g., related to online safety, hate speech, misinformation, disinformation, defamation, privacy, or "harmful content") that would unconstitutionally restrict content produced or hosted in the U.S.
- Creates a private right of action (cause of action) allowing affected Wyoming plaintiffs to sue foreign states, international organizations (or their officers/employees acting officially) that threaten, attempt to enforce, or enforce such laws against them.
- Provides remedies for successful plaintiffs, including substantial statutory damages—reportedly $1 million per violation or 10% of the defendant's annual U.S.-related revenue (whichever is greater), plus other relief like injunctions.
- Imposes joint and several liability on involved parties.
- Prohibits Wyoming state government from recognizing, enforcing, or cooperating with such foreign judgments or orders.
- Allows a cause of action against the state itself if it violates this non-cooperation rule, with civil penalties.
- Includes provisions for jurisdiction, venue, alternative service of process (e.g., email or publication for evasive defendants), a statute of limitations, and compliance with federal law (including the Foreign Sovereign Immunities Act).
Background and Context
The GRANITE Act emerged amid concerns over foreign governments (e.g., the UK's Ofcom enforcing its Online Safety Act against U.S.-based sites like 4chan) attempting to impose content restrictions or fines on American entities and individuals. It was inspired in part by model legislation proposals from legal commentators and has parallels to efforts in other states (e.g., New Hampshire) and potential federal versions.As of early February 2026, the bill is active in the legislative process (introduced and available on the Wyoming Legislature's site), but its final status—whether passed, amended, or enacted—would depend on ongoing session developments.
For the full official text and current status, check the Wyoming Legislature's page: https://www.wyoleg.gov/Legislation/2026/HB0070.
This is a bold, proactive measure aimed at reinforcing First Amendment protections against what supporters see as novel forms of international pressure or "tyranny" on free expression.