The Bryan Hyde Show, 03/03/26
Source: The Bryan Hyde Show
“It’s my weekly sit-down with Eric Peters from Eric Peters Autos. We explore the launch of America’s latest war of choice and the options we have as citizens of conscience.” (03/03/26)
What Critics Still Get Wrong About Marijuana Legalization
Source: CounterPunch
by Paul Armentano
“By most measures, cannabis legalization is a resounding success for the 24 states (plus D.C.) that have implemented it. That’s why no state has ever repealed its legalization laws, and public support for the policy remains near all-time highs. Nonetheless, the policy still has its critics. Among them are the editors at the New York Times who, in a recent editorial, opinedthat states have rushed to legalize the substance ‘without adequately regulating it.’ In truth, however, state marijuana markets are highly regulated — and many of the options they proposed are either redundant or would inadvertently strengthen the illicit marketplace.” (03/03/26)
https://www.counterpunch.org/2026/03/03/what-critics-still-get-wrong-about-marijuana-legalization/
Congress must reclaim war powers from an out-of-control Trump over Iran
Source: Fox News
by US Representative Ro Khanna (D-CA)
“As a principled opponent of military adventurism since America’s 2003 invasion of Iraq, I was devastated this weekend when we learned that once again, American servicemembers will be coming home in body bags. Trump announced, ‘There will likely be more before it ends. That’s the way it is.’ No. That’s not the way it is. That must not be the way it is. As Trump now refuses to rule out sending ground troops to Iran, I believe we must do everything in our power to stop this horrific war of choice before more Americans are killed. That is why this week, I am forcing a vote in the House of Representatives on a bipartisan resolution with my Republican colleague, Congressman Thomas Massie of Kentucky, to end this illegal and unconstitutional conflict.” (03/03/26)
Ireland backs ex-commissioner Hogan’s bid to lead UN food agency
Source: Politico
“Ireland officially nominated former EU agriculture and trade commissioner Phil Hogan to the top job at the U.N.’s Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO), the government said today. Hogan’s name emerged last week as a potential contender for the role of FAO director, with Ireland’s Department of Agriculture signaling him as their preferred candidate. The Irish politician played a significant role pushing forward the Mercosur agreement during his time as the EU’s farm chief under under Jean-Claude Juncker, before briefly serving as trade commissioner in Ursula von der Leyen’s first Commission.” (03/03/26)
Rising, 03/03/25
Source: The Hill
“Robby Soave gives his radar recapping the key moments from Bill and Hillary Clinton’s deposition before the House Oversight Committee, where they repeatedly denied involvement in Jeffrey Epstein’s crimes.” (03/03/26)
https://thehill.com/hilltv/rising/5758455-rising-march-3-2026/
Arrest and Moral Pageantry
Source: Quillette
by Julia Friedman
“Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor, Mick Jagger, and the theatre of degradation.” (03/03/26)
Is it a crime to mock politicians in Germany?
Source: spiked
by Stephen Sidney
“On 23 February 2026, police in Heilbronn, a city in south-west Germany, opened a criminal investigation into a retired man. His alleged crime? Calling chancellor Freidrich Merz ‘Pinocchio’. No threats. No incitement. Just a blunt, rather amusing suggestion that Germany’s national leader tells lies. Welcome to Germany in 2026, where mocking a politician is now a police matter.” (03/03/26)
OpenAI alters deal with Pentagon as critics sound alarm over surveillance
Source: NBC News
“OpenAI CEO Sam Altman unveiled a reworked agreement with the Pentagon Monday night governing the Defense Department’s use of its AI services, which he says provides stronger guarantees that the military won’t use OpenAI’s systems for domestic surveillance. The new agreement states that ‘the AI system shall not be intentionally used for domestic surveillance of U.S. persons and nationals,’ according to a post on OpenAI’s website. OpenAI had faced some backlash as news of an initial agreement between the leading AI company and the Pentagon emerged on Friday. Many observers claimed the original language shared on OpenAI’s website provided ample loopholes for the government to surveil Americans. The move comes after weeks of intense debates between rival AI company Anthropic and the Pentagon over how the military can use advanced AI systems.” (03/03/26)
Half the Answer, episod 68
Source: Liberal Currents
“Trent and Caitlin check in with journalist Gillian Brockell after the release of her article on ‘ICE Air.’ They discuss the recent mass layoffs at the Washington Post, the abhorrent treatment of deportees, the justifications used to mistreat humans, and the importance of empathy and being a human.” (03/03/26)
Six Takeaways from the Supreme Court’s Tariff Ruling
Source: The Daily Economy
by David Hebert
“The Court limited one statutory pathway while leaving others intact. The opinion strengthens the major questions doctrine and clarifies how far emergency powers can stretch.” (03/03/26)
https://thedailyeconomy.org/article/six-takeaways-from-the-supreme-courts-tariff-ruling/