Samuel Short, Author at The Western Journal

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Sam Short is an Instructor of History with Motlow State Community College in Smyrna, Tennessee. He holds a BA in History from Middle Tennessee State University and an MA in History from University College London. The views expressed in his articles are his own and do not reflect the views or opinions of Motlow State Community College.

Dominque Alexander, an activist who has linked himself to the Karmelo Anthony case, began Thursday's news conference by attacking the father of murder victim Austin Metcalf after having him removed.

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Victim's Father Booted from Karmelo Anthony News Conference; Activist at Mic Waits Until He's Gone, Then Attacks

Austin Metcalf's father showed up to a news conference only to be attacked by a far-left activist once police told him to leave.

By Samuel Short and April 18, 2025

During the active shooter situation at FSU on Thursday, one woman reportedly took video of herself walking by a victim while sipping Starbucks.

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After FSU Shooter Is Captured Alive, Public Fury Turns to Woman Who Casually Sipped Starbucks While Filming Victim

Many are outraged after one person casually walked by a victim of the FSU shooting while drinking Starbucks.

By Samuel Short April 18, 2025

The new Colorado law affects most rifles and even some handguns.

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Alert: State Adopts Bill That Will Ban up to 85 Percent of Rifles, Signals Death of 2nd Amendment

A new Colorado gun law could totally change the industry in that state, impacting only those law-abiding citizens exercising their rights.

By Samuel Short April 17, 2025

Jamison Wagner, left, has been arrested for suspected arson and vandalism of an Albuquerque Tesla dealership and the New Mexico Republican headquarters.

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Suspect in Arson of Tesla Dealership, GOP Office Captured - Authorities Find Damning Evidence at Residence

A 40-year-old man has been arrested in connection to arsons in New Mexico, and the evidence against him doesn't look good.

By Samuel Short April 17, 2025

Orlando Mayor Buddy Dyer changed his tune after the state attorney general sent him a letter threatening removal from office.

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Orlando's Democrat Mayor Reverses Course on ICE After Florida AG Reminds Him 'Removal From Office' Is an Option

Florida's AG gave a warning to one mayor after he tried to make Orlando a sanctuary city. The official quickly got in line.

By Samuel Short April 16, 2025

Whoopi Goldberg poses at a memorial for actor James Earl Jones called "James Earl Jones a Celebration of Life" at The James Earl Jones Theater on April 7, 2025 in New York City.

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Watch: Did They Rip Whoopi off Air as She Suddenly Agreed With Trump? Listen at the Very End

A co-host of "The View" actually took a pro-Trump position, but the network cut to commercial with very suspicious timing during her remarks.

By Samuel Short April 16, 2025

Historical versions of the U.S. flag fly over the entrance to the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) headquarters building on September 15, 2024

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FBI Analyst Who Vetted Steele Dossier, Dismissed Evidence Against Hunter Biden as Russian Disinformation Gets Brutal News from Bureau

A key analyst involved in several instances of corruption at the FBI just got some bad news from Director Kash Patel.

By Samuel Short April 12, 2025

Yosemite Valley, including Half Dome, Clouds Rest, and El Capitan, is revealed from Tunnel View after a brief rainstorm clears on March 27, 2025, in Yosemite National Park, California.

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Government Scientists, Leadership Teams Forced to Get Their Hands Dirty After Being Handed Custodial Shifts

One national park is forced to shift responsibilities for scientists and specialists as a result of the Trump administration's efforts.

By Samuel Short April 12, 2025

A street preacher talks to London pedestrians in a file photo from 2022. Some towns in England are taking steps to prohibit street preaching, citing complaints from citizens and vendors.

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UK Christians in 'Shock' as Government Prepares to Enact Law That Could See Preachers Serve 2 Years in Prison

An English council moves to make street preaching an offense that could land Christians in prison for years.

By Samuel Short April 11, 2025

Rap artist Topher, right, was trying to talk with a leftist protester wearing cat ears and a mask at a Turning Point USA "Prove Me Wrong" event when she -- or maybe it was a he -- threw water in his face.

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Watch: Leftist Wearing Cat Ears Attacks, Tries to Humiliate Black Conservative Who Was Nothing but Polite

A TPUSA speaker was attacked at Purdue when an assailant wearing cat ears and a mask threw water in his face.

By Samuel Short April 11, 2025

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Victim's Father Booted from Karmelo Anthony News Conference; Activist at Mic Waits Until He's Gone, Then Attacks

After FSU Shooter Is Captured Alive, Public Fury Turns to Woman Who Casually Sipped Starbucks While Filming Victim

Alert: State Adopts Bill That Will Ban up to 85 Percent of Rifles, Signals Death of 2nd Amendment

Suspect in Arson of Tesla Dealership, GOP Office Captured - Authorities Find Damning Evidence at Residence

Orlando's Democrat Mayor Reverses Course on ICE After Florida AG Reminds Him 'Removal From Office' Is an Option

Watch: Did They Rip Whoopi off Air as She Suddenly Agreed With Trump? Listen at the Very End

FBI Analyst Who Vetted Steele Dossier, Dismissed Evidence Against Hunter Biden as Russian Disinformation Gets Brutal News from Bureau

Government Scientists, Leadership Teams Forced to Get Their Hands Dirty After Being Handed Custodial Shifts

UK Christians in 'Shock' as Government Prepares to Enact Law That Could See Preachers Serve 2 Years in Prison

Watch: Leftist Wearing Cat Ears Attacks, Tries to Humiliate Black Conservative Who Was Nothing but Polite

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