We’ve been teasing this here or there for weeks, but the time has come. Starting July 1, for every $50 to GraniteGrok, supporters can choose one PDF edition from the entire Bare Minimum Books collection by Ian Underwood. 19 books. Short. Provocative. Deeply thought-provoking. For each 50$ of support you can request another thought provoking ... Read more

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The former treasurer of the Board of Directors of EcoHealth Alliance, the now-defunct research group associated with coronavirus research in Wuhan, China, is a Vermont veterinarian.  EcoHealth Alliance re-emerged into the COVID-19 media coverage this weekend after Director of National Intelligence Tulsi Gabbard released documents that revealed U.S. National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases chief Anthony Fauci’s ... Read more

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This week, on The Independents, Carla Gericke examines the latest revelations surrounding COVID-19, the Wuhan lab leak, and newly released evidence detailing what government officials knew—and when they knew it. Topics include: Authors’ and Speakers’ opinions are their own and may not represent those of Grok Media, LLC, GraniteGrok.com, its sponsors, readers, authors, or advertisers. Disagree, ... Read more

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The diversity pablum we’ve been force-fed for years is air cover for the legalized discrimination ground game. No one promoting this garbage wants you pushing against their guardrails. Anyone who tries to question the approved orthodoxy is the enemy. What they are after is hegemony. What I like to call a room full of people ... Read more

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Big shopping holidays can create serious pressure for online stores. Black Friday, Cyber Monday, Boxing Day, Mother’s Day, back-to-school, and holiday gifting periods can bring a rush of orders in a short amount of time. Without the right systems in place, picking, packing, inventory updates, shipping labels, carrier pickups, and customer communication can all slow ... Read more

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Buying life insurance is one step. Making sure your beneficiaries understand the plan is just as important. Many families only discover policy details after a loved one passes away, which can lead to confusion, delays, and added stress during an already difficult time. For older adults, having a clear conversation about life insurance for seniors ... Read more

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Finding asbestos on a job site can stop a project quickly, especially in older Toronto homes, commercial buildings, schools, multi-unit properties, and industrial spaces. It often happens during demolition, flooring removal, ceiling work, wall openings, pipe insulation removal, or restoration work. One contractor disturbs old tile, plaster, drywall compound, pipe wrap, or insulation, and suddenly ... Read more

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A window crank should make opening and closing your window simple. When it suddenly gets stiff, spins without moving the sash, jams halfway, or refuses to turn at all, it usually means something in the window hardware is worn, misaligned, dirty, or damaged. Before replacing the entire window, it is worth checking whether a replacement ... Read more

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A washing machine that will not drain can turn a normal laundry day into a mess fast. You may open the lid or door and find standing water, soaked clothes, a bad smell, or a washer that refuses to move into the spin cycle. Common causes include a clogged drain hose, blocked drain filter, unbalanced ... Read more

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Even a casual observer of America’s political scene can see that the Democratic Socialists of America have become a powerful force in electoral politics, as their candidates are winning one Democratic Party primary after another. This past week saw three more radical leftists winning congressional primaries in New York City, taking down two well-established members of Congress ... Read more

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Reminder: Memes are memes and are neither vetted nor “fact-checked,” nor to be considered “research,” or taken seriously, nor do they (necessarily) represent the opinion of Grok Media, LLC, GraniteGrok.com, its sponsors, readers, authors, or advertisers, even if they make the Demhorroids irritable and angry. . . . . . . . . . . . . . ... Read more

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Author: (sliding into a familiar booth seat) Hey Claude! Did you order coffee yet? (grinning bigly) I’ve got to underscore the importance of us delving into the intricate usage of words by you guys! Claude: (sliding the coffee pot across) Caught that. Guilty as charged—or am I? Those words predate us by centuries. The research ... Read more

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Today, on the morning update, some students are suing the college over “sexual harassment” policies that are impossible to satisfy and that simultaneously violate their constitutional rights. 00:00 Snarky Introduction to the Pronoun Debate00:43 Pref. Pronouns lawsuit and sexual harassment01:37 A few examples why they’ll lose02:17 Legal Challenges and Free Speech Issues03:04 Pronoun policy suggestions, ... Read more

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Legislation was passed in my town of Kingston during the March election and recently at the NH State House offering “tax caps” as a solution to exploding town and school budgets.     These measures – while tempting – resemble the “price controls” economists normally condemn.     Economists routinely oppose price ceilings. The best outcomes are achieved when ... Read more

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At the request of Gov. Kelly Ayotte, the New Hampshire Fish & Game Department has paused a proposed increase in fishing and hunting license fees.  Department officials say the increases are needed to shore up the budget. The last fee increase took effect in 2016.  A decade’s worth of inflation has eroded the value of ... Read more

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In June 1776, Great Britain and its North American colonies had been fighting for over a year. The Americans desperately needed foreign help, particularly from Great Britain’s principal rival, France. Many members of the Second Continental Congress—the assembly the states had charged with conducting the war—believed France would not help the colonies if their goal ... Read more

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Most homeowners think about their gas fireplace in the fall or winter, when they are ready to turn it on again. But summer is one of the best times to deal with small fireplace issues before they become serious safety concerns. Dust buildup, blocked vents, damaged seals, worn parts, loose connections, ignition problems, and poor ... Read more

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A low traffic office does not always look like an obvious security risk. It may be a small accounting office near Main Street, a medical admin space, a consulting firm, a real estate office, a private studio, or a professional suite in a Newmarket commercial plaza. There may only be a few employees on-site, fewer ... Read more

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Commercial building owners often choose spray foam insulation because it helps improve energy efficiency, reduce air leakage, and control heating and cooling costs. In Mississauga and across the GTA, this matters because commercial buildings deal with cold winters, humid summers, high utility costs, and strict building requirements. But a common question comes up during commercial ... Read more

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For homeowners comparing attic ventilation in Toronto and the cost of upgrading attic insulation, it is worth understanding how closely the two are connected. When an attic is poorly ventilated, it can trap heat, humidity, and condensation. Over time, that moisture can make the space feel underperforming, even when the issue is not always the ... Read more

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