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OPINION: ‘American History X’ Is Still Relevant In Donald Trump’s America

The incredible 1998 American crime drama, American History X, which was directed by Tony Kaye and written by David McKenna, unfortunately still seems to have relevance in Donald Trump’s America.

The film stars Edward Norton (who was nominated for an Academy Award for Best Actor) and Edward Furlong and centers on two white supremacist neo-Nazis, the latter of which is drawn towards racist indoctrination.

Norton’s character was just as dedicated to the neo-Nazi cause, however, after serving three years in prison for voluntary manslaughter, he is released with a new outlook on life and attempts to slow his brother’s advancement in the organization.

McKenna wrote the script based on his own childhood experiences growing up in San Diego. In the film, Danny and Derek's father, a firefighter, was shot and killed by African-American drug dealers while putting out a fire at their home. This incident influences Derek’s racism as well as his mentor, Cameron Alexander. At one point, Derek organizes an attack on illegal Mexican immigrants working at a supermarket.

In another scene, Derek beats a group of Crips in a basketball game. The same crew later attempts to steal his truck but are thwarted when Derek shoots and kills one of them and curb stomps another. This was the violent incident that sent him to the California Institution for Men for only three years on a voluntary manslaughter charge.

In Donald Trump’s America, Trump is the Cameron. His racist rhetoric is welcomed by his supporters and influences them to hate anyone who is not like them. Since 2016 we have seen everything from white supremacist marches, injustice for black Americans that is ignored at the Presidential level, a teenage murderer (Kyle Rittenhouse) praised as a hero, Trump supporters yelling “white power” from their golf carts, as well as “All Lives Matter” protests, which serve to discredit the Black Lives Matter movement.

African-Americans who do not agree with him are not Trump’s only qualm. According to The Hill, officials said that in one instance, Trump said following phone calls with Jewish lawmakers that Jews “are only in it for themselves” and “stick together” in an ethnic alliance.

We have seen racist outbursts by Trump supporters across the nation, some of which are depicted below. When are Americans going to wake up and see what is really going on? What happened to “liberty and justice for all” as we all had to recite each morning in school as part of the pledge of allegiance? Please get out and vote on November 3rd to do your part in helping to alter the current diminishing character of our nation.

Michael is a music and television junkie keen on most things that are not a complete and total bore. You can follow him on Twitter — @Tweetskoor

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‘Charlie’s Angels’ Helmer To Revive ‘The Flintstones’ As Adult Cartoon

In the spirit of classic television reboots, it has been revealed that Charlie’s Angels helmer Elizabeth Banks plans to bring back everyone’s favorite modern stone age family. The actress and producer’s own Brownstone Productions banner will team with Warner Bros. Animation, with which she has an overall deal with.

According to The Hollywood Reporter, the brand new original series will be developed as an adult animated version of the classic cartoon The Flintstones.

The project is in very early development and doesn’t yet have an outlet.

The announcement comes as somewhat of a surprise as there hasn’t been much interest in the Warner Bros. television franchise in a very long time. The closest we’ve come to a revival was a 2015 direct-to-video collaboration with the WWE titled The Flintstones & WWE: Stone Age SmackDown!.

Fred and Wilma were actually very close to reappearing on the small screen in 2011 when Seth MacFarlane pitched the idea to Fox, who was about to air the pilot before abruptly pulling the project over creative fears.

In addition to Banks’ adult-themed inception, Warner Bros. Animation has also revealed upcoming plans for a new children’s series titled Yabba-Dabba Dinosaurs!. The show, which is set to debut on Boomerang next year, will center on Pebbles Flintstone and Bamm-Bamm, now in their teenage years.

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Here’s One Second Of Every Single Episode Of ‘The Office’ In One Clip

We guarantee you know every single one of these scenes!

This clip was too good for me not to share via Decider 😂😂😂

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Brand New has released a new line of t-shirts that show an end date of 2018. It is likely that this upcoming tour with Modest Mouse will be your second-to-last chance to see the band perform live for the very last time. Are they really breaking up? Here are some facts we know: Frontman Jesse Lacey, whose wife just had a baby, recently broke down in tears on stage, informing the crowd that the band won’t be “doing this” much longer. We also know that Brand New has been known to create drama and mass hysteria. If this is indeed the official end of the band, the frontman will likely focus on his family once this next and final album is released and the band goes on one more tour in support. The emo community is already mourning the loss using the lyric “stay 18 forever” (from their iconic early-2000s song "Soco Amaretto Lime”) in reference to the newly-announced end date.

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Final Shots: Neil Patrick Harris To Star In Netflix’s ‘A Series Of Unfortunate Events’

Also starring Patrick Warburton, Malina Weissman and Louis Hynes, the new film-to-series adaptation will forever singe your memory of Doogie Howser M.D.

I'm super excited to share my first of many posts to come for my own column called FINAL SHOTS for New York Post's streaming movies/television offshoot Decider!

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15 Delicious Diabetic-Friendly Recipes For Beginners

I had written this listicle for one of those generic women’s blogs awhile back but ended up scrapping it to accept another job, so now I’m sharing it with all of you so that it doesn’t completely go to waste. If it helps even just one diabetic to eat healthier, I’ll be happy.

Turkey Kofta with Cous Cous and Hummus

http://www.taste.com.au/recipes/28237/turkey+koftas+with+couscous

Since cous cous has about ⅓ less carbohydrates than rice, and is sometimes even more tasty than rice, it always makes sense to choose it when you can. It’s a starch that is used so often in Mediterranean dishes and when it comes to a meal like Kofta, there’s no better companion, especially with some hummus on the side.

Grilled Chicken Caesar Salad

http://www.foodnetwork.com/recipes/food-network-kitchens/grilled-chicken-ceasar-salad-recipe.html

This is one of the easiest meals on the list, and it practically has zero carbs except for the small amount in the dressing of course. If you really have a hankering for some carbs, you can always wrap it up in a whole wheat wrap or pita or add some cold cooked whole wheat pasta to the mix. Roasted Chicken with Sweet Potatoes

http://www.kraftrecipes.com/recipes/crispy-roast-chicken-sweet-potatoes-112485.aspx It’s astounding how many less carbohydrates sweet potatoes have than regular potatoes, which is ironic considering the fact that they’re a lot sweeter in taste. When you roast the chicken together with the sweet potatoes, the potatoes get that delicious crisp coating and as long as you account properly for the carbohydrates, no high blood sugar will get in the way of you enjoying it. Brown Rice with Chicken and Broccoli

http://www.wholefoodsmarket.com/recipe/brown-rice-chicken-and-broccoli While it’s not by a very large margin, brown rice does, in fact, have a lower carbohydrate count than white rice, and when rice isn’t the hero of the dish, it’s always best to substitute.  This chicken and broccoli recipe is delicious and will make you full while avoiding that dreaded blood sugar spike. Beef Stew with Potatoes

http://www.myrecipes.com/recipe/hearty-beef-potato-stew Beef stew has a ton of nutrients and delicious vegetables, and while there are potatoes and carrots in it, it’s not entirely hard to quantify when it comes to carbs if you take into account each vegetable. Any recipe can be altered to your preference, and for a diabetic, limiting the quantity of potatoes, or even just serving yourself with a small number of potatoes can make all of the difference. Roasted Chicken and Broccoli with Garlic and Olive Oil

http://www.foodnetwork.com/recipes/food-network-kitchens/roasted-broccoli-with-garlic-recipe.html#! Roasted chicken is also full of nutrients and can be seasoned to your own preference.  We suggest some rosemary and thyme, in addition to the usual salt, pepper and touch of garlic powder. For your starch, one of the most delicious things to make is roasted Broccoli, especially if you utilize garlic for taste. (Lamb) Meatballs with Cauliflower Mash

http://indaily.com.au/food-and-wine/2014/05/20/meatballs-creamy-cauliflower-mash/ This particular recipe does not tie you down to any particular meat and although we suggest lamb, we understand that not everyone loves it, so feel free to choose whichever ground protein you so desire.  Cauliflower mash is another great substitute for mashed potatoes when it comes to carb count, however, be careful with your quantity of milk or heavy cream.  Milk and heavy cream take awhile to digest and can spike your blood sugar well after you finish eating.  If you’re using insulin pump therapy, you can try an extended bolus for a dish like this. Shrimp Scampi over (Dreamfield’s) Angel Hair Pasta

http://allrecipes.com/recipe/229960/shrimp-scampi-with-pasta/ The Dreamfield’s brand of pasta was almost built for diabetics, considering it is made from semolina instead of flour and has a much lower carb count than regular pasta like Barilla or store brand.  If you go for angel hair instead of regular spaghetti or linguini, you are also reducing your carb count due to the fact that it’s a thinner pasta, but remember to keep an eye on serving size. Shrimp scampi is a very simple meal for beginners and is always delicious. Falafel in Whole Wheat Pita Bread and Hummus

http://www.marthastewart.com/349175/falafel Falafel is always a great choice for vegetarians, but also for diabetics.  It’s made entirely of chick peas and if you use a whole wheat pita, along with some fresh vegetables to garnish your sandwich, you’re not talking about a whole lot of carbohydrates here. Turkey Burger on Whole Wheat Bun with Vinegar Cole Slaw

http://www.billyparisi.com/gourmet-burgers-with-vinegar-coleslaw/ When it comes to burgers, your only carb is the bun really, and if you choose whole wheat over a regular bun, you’re one step ahead of the game. For this recipe, you can also choose any ground protein you prefer, but we just love turkey burgers! When making cole slaw, if you utilize vinegar over mayonnaise, you’re definitely limiting the amount of sugar and carbs from fat in your meal. Mexican Taco Salad

http://www.eatingwell.com/recipes/taco_salad.html A salad is always the way to go considering the fact that lettuce has a negligible amount of carbohydrates, but since we understand that salad can get boring, adding Mexican taco meat can make an exciting difference. Sprinkling a little bit of cheddar cheese on top or adding a dab of sour cream or some avocado can also add to this dish, but like everything when it comes to being a diabetic, use in moderation. Savannah Grilled Chicken with Sweet Potato Fries

http://dreamdinners.com/main.php?page=item&recipe=513 This is a very unique recipe that both looks and tastes delicious, and as stated before, sweet potatoes are a great alternative for regular potatoes.  You’re probably thinking wait, french fries?? How can I eat french fries if I’m a diabetic? Well, nobody said that you had to stop living and enjoying food, you just have to properly measure the carbohydrates.  For french fries, believe it or not, frozen french fries are sometimes the best since they have an exact numeration of carbs on the bag’s nutrition facts. Grilled Salmon and Asparagus With Balsamic Butter

http://www.rachaelraymag.com/recipes/rachael-ray-magazine-recipe-search/dinner-recipes/Grilled-Salmon-and-Asparagus-with-Balsamic-Butter Grilled salmon is delicious treat, and treat we say because it’s never cheap to get a really good cut. If you prepare some delicious buttery asparagus as your side, you’re avoiding potatoes altogether which is usually a good thing. Mediterranean Tuna Salad Whole Wheat Wrap

http://www.diabeticnewsnow.com/18-delicious-and-healthy-foods-for-diabetics/14/ If you use light yogurt or mayo in your tuna, you will find that you won’t have to account for too many carbs for this refreshing meal, which could also work well as a lunch at home or as a bag lunch to take to work. Whole Wheat Veggie Pizza

http://www.tasteofhome.com/recipes/whole-wheat-veggie-pizza Everybody loves pizza, but for a diabetic, pizzeria pizza is almost a no no every time. To help with your inevitable pizza craving, we suggest using a whole wheat crust with veggie toppings and we promise it will be nothing but delicious.

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Cool grunge band. New book. Check it out via Music Times!

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Check out my review of last night’s New Found Glory, Yellowcard + Tiger’s Jaw’s show at PlayStation Theater!

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We are premiering USS [UBIQUITOUS SYNERGY SEEKER]’s new cover of The White Stripes’ “Fell In Love With a Girl” over at Music Times! Check it out!

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Check out my latest Noisey piece asking your surgeons what they like to listen to in the operating room, featuring my brother Dr. John Haskoor, as well as some other top orthopedic surgeons I know!

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Substream Magazine Issue# 48 hits stores today! Pickup a copy and check out my interviews with WAVVES and Better Off, as well as my review of Night Birds’ excellent new album, ‘Mutiny at Muscle Beach’

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Check out my interview with Denver Dalley of Desaparecidos​, who by the way, released one of the best albums of the year! He also doesn’t care for Donald Trump … via Diffuser​!

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Check out my latest piece for Noisey… it’s outta this world.

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I had the chance to chat with Fat Mike of NOFX, one of my all-time favorite punk bands, about his label Fat Wreck Chords’ 25th Anniversary and a bunch of other stuff … via Diffuser

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Read my Diffuser review of Brooklyn female garage-punk duo Sharkmuffin’s excellent upcoming LP ‘Chartreuse’ - due out August 7 via State Capitol/Little Dickman Records.