Feeling frustrated lately? My latest Creative Discourse newsletter: "Those humors are what drive us to amplify our efforts. Frustration is a fuel we must harness to move forward, rather than a bludgeon from which we should retreat." open.substack.com/pub/creati…

If you want to know why we’re seeing so many amazed threads from foreigners about how awesome America is, allow me to tap the sign:

On a recent episode of @thedispatch podcast, @JonahDispatch made an insightful point about Trump's handling of the Iran war negotiations: "The thing I find baffling, is his position vis-à-vis Israel, is that Israel needs to stop attacking Hezbollah in Lebanon, because that makes Iran mad, and Iran wants it to stop. And so in effect, he's using Iran's willingness to participate in a deal, as leverage to make Israel stop, rather than using Israel as leverage against Iran. Let Israel be the bad cop, let Israel be the rogue agent here and say: I'll try to stop them from destroying all of Hezbollah, but you've got to give me something. Instead, he's going to Israel saying: you've got to stop because I need to give Iran something."

"...if Trump's preferred candidates don't fare as well among the broader, swingier, electorate come November, expect the incessant cries of 'fraud' to become the official swan song of Republicans who are unwilling to craft concession speeches." Good stuff from @schausmichael.

Well, here we are. While this primary election wasn’t a big turnout, and no Republican in CD-2 received a majority of the vote, the Republican candidate advancing to the general election faces a well-positioned Democrat opponent. It will be an interesting summer and fall, but I believe it’s fair to say that CD-2, for the first time in its history, isn’t a Republican guarantee. What was once a safe prediction may quickly become an expensive one. Why? The fact that the largest block of registered Republican voters in CD-2 is 35.5%. James Settelmeyer ran a campaign rooted in integrity, energized on the issues, and fueled by a deep passion for the place he calls home. That is something I hope he is proud of. The candidate I supported did not prevail Tuesday night. However, my longstanding respect for the voters has not changed. It is my hope that the values and culture that built our Original Nevada, Congressional District Two, will still have a strong voice in the U.S. House of Representatives. I look forward to the next 5 months as an election observer, instead of a candidate.

While the results are not what we hoped for, I am deeply grateful to the volunteers, supporters, friends, family, and Nevada leaders who stood by my side every step of the way. Nevada’s 2nd Congressional District is a truly special place. From Lake Tahoe to West Wendover, our Great Basin communities are filled with hardworking people who care deeply about their families, their neighbors, and the future of our state. This corner of Nevada raised me, shaped me, and gave me the opportunity to give back to the place I love. Serving the people of Nevada has been one of the greatest honors of my life. Thank you to everyone who believed in this campaign.

This guy. Like, follow, applaud, give him a Proclamation. tiktok.com/t/ZP8sAENRT/

A walking, talking advertisement for severe limits on executive power.

You wouldn't poll people on the street about the health effects of smoking. Seriously, don't ever do this.

Today's edition of "Dowd's Daily Download" includes links to content from @schausmichael, @veroderugy, @dallasnews, @JonathanTurley, @ACSHorg, @NoTricksZone, @RStatecraft, and more. #libertarian ddowdmuska.substack.com/p/do…

OPINION: When hardcore partisans hijack the primary process with mudslinging and extreme views, moderate voters lose out. "Much of the intraparty squabbles that take place feel particularly idiotic, unnecessary and self-defeating" @schausmichael @TheNVIndy thenevadaindependent.com/art…

Ohhhhhhh realllly

The feds forcibly taking equity stakes in private companies?!? Who does Bernie think he is, President Trump?!? 😔

All Stanley Cup Final games, Full Audio and Video @stadiumswim @CircaLasVegas Free entry with VGK gear, Game 3&4 ticket giveaways and more!! We Want the Cup!

Strong statement by @MarkAmodeiNV2 on Trump snubbing his endorsed candidate to succeed him in Congress. Trump not returning loyalty? This is shocking.

Amodei claps back at the president's endorsement, saying that Trump "made a mistake today" and that move "is an incredibly curious way to say thank you to those people who have been the bedrock of your political endeavors here in original Nevada."

This is theft, plain and simple. bloomberg.com/news/articles/…

OPINION: The Vegas Golden Knights prove that champions don't need public subsidies Who would have guessed that pro hockey coming to the desert would revitalize our identity and sense of community? And all without corporate welfare @schausmichael @TheNVIndy thenevadaindependent.com/art…

But, but... but how did this happen without a massive taxpayer subsidy for a sports stadium? My latest @TheNVIndy