Think and Act Locally

This document is an email newsletter from Representative Brian Babin to his constituent, David, dated August 24, 2025. The newsletter, titled “Around TX-36,” provides an update on the Congressman’s activities during the August recess. It details his visits to various key locations and groups within his district, including NASA’s Johnson Space Center, the Mont Belvieu Chamber of Commerce, The Stump Restaurant, and the Beaumont Police Department’s Real Time Crime Center. The update highlights legislative efforts such as the “One Big, Beautiful Bill” and emphasizes his commitment to local businesses, law enforcement, and space exploration. The email concludes with a survey link and options for managing the subscription. https://thinkandactlocally.com/donate/ https://thinkandactlocally.myshopify.com/ Youtube - @ThinkandActLocally www.youtube.com/@ThinkandActLocally Facebook - @thinkandactlocally www.facebook.com/thinkandactlocally TikTok - @thinkandactlocally www.tiktok.com/@thinkandactlocally Instagram - @thinkandactlocally www.instagram.com/thinkandactlocally Truth Social - @thinkandactlocally Rumble - @ThinkandActLocally X- @ThinkActLocally www.twitter.com/ThinkActLocally LinkedIn - @think-and-act-locally www.linkedin.com/company/think-and-act-locally https://open.spotify.com/show/601vtPzxdHl82EM42Hsulf?si=05017b5b0ace4edc

The provided texts discuss parental concerns regarding the adequacy of traditional schooling in preparing children for “real-world” challenges. A survey of over 1,000 families reveals that a low percentage of parents feel confident in schools’ ability to teach essential life skills like financial literacy, critical thinking, and job readiness. Consequently, a significant number of parents are proactively supplementing their children’s education with outside resources, often motivated by perceived political or ideological biases in school curricula. The sources highlight the Tuttle Twins books and related materials as a solution, offering tools that foster real-world knowledge, strong values, and independent thinking in areas such as economics and personal responsibility, thereby empowering parents to shape their children’s worldview. https://tuttletwins.com/?ref=ThinkandActLocally https://thinkandactlocally.com/donate/ https://thinkandactlocally.myshopify.com/ Youtube - @ThinkandActLocally www.youtube.com/@ThinkandActLocally Facebook - @thinkandactlocally www.facebook.com/thinkandactlocally TikTok - @thinkandactlocally www.tiktok.com/@thinkandactlocally Instagram - @thinkandactlocally www.instagram.com/thinkandactlocally Truth Social - @thinkandactlocally Rumble - @ThinkandActLocally X- @ThinkActLocally www.twitter.com/ThinkActLocally LinkedIn - @think-and-act-locally www.linkedin.com/company/think-and-act-locally https://open.spotify.com/show/601vtPzxdHl82EM42Hsulf?si=05017b5b0ace4edc

This newsletter from the “No Agenda” show, sent on July 23, 2025, serves primarily as a fundraising appeal, encouraging various forms of financial support from its “Producers,” ranging from one-time donations to recurring subscriptions and even a “PhD in Media Deconstruction” package. Beyond its financial solicitations, the correspondence previews an upcoming episode that will focus on political commentary, specifically addressing conspiracy theories surrounding the 2016 US election, the alleged “Russia hoax,” and recent controversies involving figures like Barack Obama, Michelle Obama, Tulsi Gabbard, Stephen Colbert, and Jeffrey Epstein. The message emphasizes the show’s independence from corporate or advertiser influence, attributing its ability to provide unbiased news analysis directly to listener support. Additionally, the email contains details for sending physical checks and includes a section for “Hilarious Cartoons” and “Hypocrite of the Week,” though the content of these sections is not provided. https://www.noagendashow.net/ https://thinkandactlocally.com/donate/ https://thinkandactlocally.myshopify.com/ Youtube - @ThinkandActLocally www.youtube.com/@ThinkandActLocally Facebook - @thinkandactlocally www.facebook.com/thinkandactlocally TikTok - @thinkandactlocally www.tiktok.com/@thinkandactlocally Instagram - @thinkandactlocally www.instagram.com/thinkandactlocally Truth Social - @thinkandactlocally Rumble - @ThinkandActLocally X- @ThinkActLocally www.twitter.com/ThinkActLocally LinkedIn - @think-and-act-locally www.linkedin.com/company/think-and-act-locally https://open.spotify.com/show/601vtPzxdHl82EM42Hsulf?si=05017b5b0ace4edc

The provided texts offer a comprehensive look at the City of La Porte’s initiatives, with a significant focus on its newly launched Livable Centers Study. This eighteen-month project, undertaken in partnership with the Houston-Galveston Area Council, aims to transform the city’s central core into a more connected, walkable, and vibrant area. Key objectives include enhancing multi-modal transportation options, fostering mixed-use development and diverse housing, and strengthening community ties, all while emphasizing extensive public involvement. The sources also highlight numerous other city news flashes, showcasing a wide array of community events, public safety measures, and infrastructure improvements that contribute to La Porte’s overall quality of life. https://thinkandactlocally.com/donate/ https://thinkandactlocally.myshopify.com/ Youtube - @ThinkandActLocally www.youtube.com/@ThinkandActLocally Facebook - @thinkandactlocally www.facebook.com/thinkandactlocally TikTok - @thinkandactlocally www.tiktok.com/@thinkandactlocally Instagram - @thinkandactlocally www.instagram.com/thinkandactlocally Truth Social - @thinkandactlocally Rumble - @ThinkandActLocally X- @ThinkActLocally www.twitter.com/ThinkActLocally LinkedIn - @think-and-act-locally www.linkedin.com/company/think-and-act-locally https://open.spotify.com/show/601vtPzxdHl82EM42Hsulf?si=05017b5b0ace4edc

The provided text is an audio transcript from a presentation by Mikkel Thorup of Expat Money, introduced by Tom Woods. Thorup, an expert in international living, discusses the concept of a “Plan B” – an economic backup plan for individuals and families to secure their freedom, assets, and lifestyle in an increasingly unstable world. He outlines a “Four Plus One” framework, detailing strategies for gaining immigration options (permanent residency, citizenship, second passports), making international investments (offshore accounts, real estate), implementing wealth protection structures (trusts, foundations), and employing legal tax mitigation strategies. The “plus one” focuses on lifestyle considerations when choosing a new country, emphasizing factors like cost of living, healthcare, safety, and cultural values. Thorup stresses the importance of working with qualified professionals to navigate these complex international legal and financial landscapes. https://tomwoods.lpages.co/mikkel-thorup-expat-presentation/ https://thinkandactlocally.com/donate/ https://thinkandactlocally.myshopify.com/ Youtube - @ThinkandActLocally www.youtube.com/@ThinkandActLocally Facebook - @thinkandactlocally www.facebook.com/thinkandactlocally TikTok - @thinkandactlocally www.tiktok.com/@thinkandactlocally Instagram - @thinkandactlocally www.instagram.com/thinkandactlocally Truth Social - @thinkandactlocally Rumble - @ThinkandActLocally X- @ThinkActLocally www.twitter.com/ThinkActLocally LinkedIn - @think-and-act-locally www.linkedin.com/company/think-and-act-locally https://open.spotify.com/show/601vtPzxdHl82EM42Hsulf?si=05017b5b0ace4edc

This document, “TRADING APPLICATIONS OF JAPANESE CANDLESTICK CHARTING” by Gary S. Wagner and Bradley L. Matheny, offers a comprehensive guide to Japanese candlestick charting, a technical analysis method for financial markets. The authors explain the historical origins of candlesticks in 17th-century Japanese rice trading and their evolution into a modern tool for analyzing equities and commodities. The book integrates Eastern candlestick techniques with Western technical indicators like Fibonacci retracement theory, Elliot Wave, and moving averages, emphasizing the importance of combining these approaches for a more complete market view. Furthermore, it explores the application of computerized pattern recognition and neural networks to enhance the efficacy of candlestick analysis, providing detailed examples across various markets like grains, energies, and currencies. Ultimately, the text advocates for a “Synergistic Technical Analysis” that leverages both Eastern and Western methodologies with advanced computing for improved trading decisions. https://thinkandactlocally.com/donate/ https://thinkandactlocally.myshopify.com/ Youtube - @ThinkandActLocally www.youtube.com/@ThinkandActLocally Facebook - @thinkandactlocally www.facebook.com/thinkandactlocally TikTok - @thinkandactlocally www.tiktok.com/@thinkandactlocally Instagram - @thinkandactlocally www.instagram.com/thinkandactlocally Truth Social - @thinkandactlocally Rumble - @ThinkandActLocally X- @ThinkActLocally www.twitter.com/ThinkActLocally LinkedIn - @think-and-act-locally www.linkedin.com/company/think-and-act-locally https://open.spotify.com/show/601vtPzxdHl82EM42Hsulf?si=05017b5b0ace4edc

This content outlines Seth Godin’s personal blog, providing various ways for users to interact with his work and ideas. Readers can subscribe for updates, search through his extensive content, and access learning resources such as workshops and courses. The blog also offers connection points via social media and showcases popular and curated articles. Additionally, it provides access to Godin’s broader body of work, including books and videos, alongside a list of “Notes to myself,” which are succinct philosophical or practical insights. https://seths.blog/2025/07/65-thoughts/ https://thinkandactlocally.com/donate/ https://thinkandactlocally.myshopify.com/ Youtube - @ThinkandActLocally www.youtube.com/@ThinkandActLocally Facebook - @thinkandactlocally www.facebook.com/thinkandactlocally TikTok - @thinkandactlocally www.tiktok.com/@thinkandactlocally Instagram - @thinkandactlocally www.instagram.com/thinkandactlocally Truth Social - @thinkandactlocally Rumble - @ThinkandActLocally X- @ThinkActLocally www.twitter.com/ThinkActLocally LinkedIn - @think-and-act-locally www.linkedin.com/company/think-and-act-locally https://open.spotify.com/show/601vtPzxdHl82EM42Hsulf?si=05017b5b0ace4edc

This analysis forecasts a significant economic downturn in China, largely attributed to a collapsing real estate sector and the government’s resistance to essential reforms, which creates systemic financial instability. As a result, global capital is expected to flee China in search of safer havens, with the United States dollar and U.S. Treasury bonds positioned as the primary beneficiaries due to their perceived stability and liquidity. This capital flight is anticipated to strengthen the dollar and increase demand for Treasuries, while also exporting deflationary pressures from China to the U.S., potentially impacting American corporate earnings and overall economic growth. The article advises investors to prioritize capital preservation over growth in this shifting global economic landscape. https://realinvestmentadvice.com/resources/blog/chinas-economic-demise-and-its-impact-on-the-u-s/?utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=Macroview%20Chinas%20Economic%20Demise%20And%20Its%20Impact%20On%20The%20US&utm_content=Macroview%20Chinas%20Economic%20Demise%20And%20Its%20Impact%20On%20The%20US+CID_dfcd4ccbe243137e6cf13b5fc63d613a&utm_source=RIA%20Email%20Marketing%20Software&utm_term=READ%20MORE https://thinkandactlocally.com/donate/ https://thinkandactlocally.myshopify.com/ Youtube - @ThinkandActLocally www.youtube.com/@ThinkandActLocally Facebook - @thinkandactlocally www.facebook.com/thinkandactlocally TikTok - @thinkandactlocally www.tiktok.com/@thinkandactlocally Instagram - @thinkandactlocally www.instagram.com/thinkandactlocally Truth Social - @thinkandactlocally Rumble - @ThinkandActLocally X- @ThinkActLocally www.twitter.com/ThinkActLocally LinkedIn - @think-and-act-locally www.linkedin.com/company/think-and-act-locally https://open.spotify.com/show/601vtPzxdHl82EM42Hsulf?si=05017b5b0ace4edc