Author: Jack Hassard

The Laboratory in Wuhan

The ongoing debate surrounding the origins of COVID-19 centers on Dr. Anthony Fauci, the Wuhan Institute of Virology, and the role of bats in virus transmission. Critics, particularly Republicans, view Fauci as a scapegoat for pandemic failures, while legitimate scientific discourse over research oversight has evolved into politicized conflict. Evidence points to a potential natural spillover at the Huanan market, but some still consider the lab leak theory, despite a lack of conclusive proof. Ultimately, the need for transparency and thorough investigation remains crucial to resolving the origins of SARS-CoV-2.

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Keep Politics Out of Our Schools

Jack Hassard published a letter in the Marietta Daily Journal arguing against the use of Wheeler High School as a political venue for President Trump’s campaign alongside local candidates. He emphasizes that public schools should remain politically neutral to serve the entire community, promoting education over partisan politics.

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The Fauci Inquisition: Is it about COVID’s Origins, Or Paul’s Obsession with Fauci?

Senator Rand Paul and Robert F. Kennedy Jr. have repeatedly accused Dr. Anthony Fauci of funding research at the Wuhan Institute of Virology that allegedly created SARS-CoV-2. Following years of investigations, Fauci appeared before Congress, where he invoked the Fifth Amendment over 100 times, claiming the hearing aimed to produce incriminating evidence against him. Paul’s allegations intermingle factual claims and hypotheses, yet no concrete evidence directly connects Fauci to the virus’s origin. The World Health Organization now favors zoonotic spillover over the laboratory accident theory. The investigation into COVID-19’s origins must remain free from political bias and grounded in scientific inquiry.

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Wheeler High: A Case Study in Political Campaigning and Democracy

The Trump event at Wheeler High School in Cobb County serves as a notable example of the erosion of boundaries between public institutions and partisan politics. Initially framed as a policy occasion, it devolved into a campaign rally, showcasing political endorsements and attacks. The transformation exemplifies how schools are increasingly utilized for political mobilization. As demographics in Cobb have shifted, Wheeler High has become a symbol of active citizenship, where diverse students engage in democratic processes. This event highlights the importance of maintaining public schools as civic spaces free from partisan influence to preserve democratic trust and community unity.

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Wheeler High School Should Not Become a Campaign Stage for Trump

The author of the post, a longtime resident of Cobb County, expresses concern over the use of Wheeler High School for a political event involving President Trump and Republican candidates. They argue that public schools, funded by taxpayers of various political affiliations, should remain neutral and focused on education rather than serve as platforms for partisan campaigns. Highlighting the shift in Cobb County’s political landscape, the author insists that schools should not be venues for political statements, advocating instead for the preservation of their educational mission above all else.

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