Your BRIGHT Week in Review

Plus: Dinner and a Movie

Photo of the Week

Every week it’s a different viral photo! Kudos to the Trump campaign for turning Biden’s garbage comment into a great moment.

A Joyous Narrative Switch

After the Madison Square Garden Trump event, it was pretty clear who was staking a claim on joy going into the last week of the election.

Here’s one Kamala supporter’s advice for women:

That’s inspiring! Does he believe all women cower in fear around the men in their life or that it is impossible for an independent-minded woman to simply not want to vote for Kamala? It’s as if the dominant marriage advice isn’t “happy wife, happy life.” XX XY Atheltics founder Jennifer Sey wrote, “Who told them this was motivating messaging? It’s insulting to women to suggest we don’t have minds of our own and agency and we just vote with our husbands, and generally do what they say because we fear them. They definitely think it’s a good idea because it is EVERYWHERE!!”

Gone is the Kamala joy that was pushed on us by the media.

Ed Morrissey at Hot Air points to a similar narrative in the Democrats’ closing pitch to voters. He criticizes Barack and Michelle Obama's recent campaign messages, which target black men and women married to “MAGA men.” He writes that these messages are risky and might alienate young male voters, an important demographic. Michelle's statements, as well as those of the male feminist above, infantilize married women and assume opposition stems from oppression.

Morrissey concluded:

So much for joy, eh?

In many ways, this is a rerun of the 2016 Hillary Clinton campaign. That too ran on a sense of elite entitlement, driven by girls-rule-boys-drool messaging, although more subtle in that cycle. Hillary demanded the office because it was "her turn," and Kamala has no better argument to offer than that. When scrutinized for her policy incoherence and the performance of her administration, questioning her at all becomes racist and sexist. The only argument for Harris in the last two weeks is the Descent of Fascism, and now they're telling us it's already here, with women as its victims suffering Stockholm Syndrome.

I'll be doggoned if I can figure out to whom this appeals, other than fellow tone-deaf progressives. And again, they're already on board. It's as if Democrats want to lose young men for a generation. Perhaps they do, and that is indeed a bold strategy, Cotton.

In the closing days, Trump seems to be taking a disciplined approach of criticizing the current administration and running a hopeful campaign. That’s built into the “Make America Great Again” cake, of course.

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Jeff Bezos Remains Firm on Not Endorsing

The Washington Post has lost over 250,000 paid subscribers after deciding not to endorse a candidate in the 2024 presidential election, according to Unherd. Many believe the lack of a presidential endorsement disappointed readers who previously saw the Post as a strong anti-Trump voice, especially after adopting the slogan “democracy dies in darkness” during Trump’s first term. Post owner Jeff Bezos continued to defend the choice, stating that journalistic credibility requires a perception of accuracy, as public trust in media has steadily declined, especially among Republicans.

Critics of the decision argue this neutrality comes at a pivotal moment in American history, with some media figures, like LA Times’ Mariel Garza, leaving roles in protest. Meanwhile, others contend that journalism should prioritize unbiased reporting and provoke thought rather than directing opinions. What a concept!

Zaid Jilani of Unherd wrote:

But are newspapers really supposed to just tell people what to think, as opposed to focusing their resources on reporting interesting stories (on the news side) and asking provocative questions (on the opinion and editorial side)?

To many of those subscribers who fled the Post, I imagine they don’t see it as a newspaper at all. They see it as a reflection of their identity, there to assure them that their worldview is sound. But what American media needs is something quite different: the curiosity of good reporting, not the arrogance of surefire endorsements.

What Do Big Tech CEOs Know?

Amid polling data showing former President Trump gaining support, CEOs from major tech companies, including Apple, Google, Meta, and Amazon, have reportedly reached out to Trump, as his potential win seems more likely. The Blaze reported that these CEOs are seen as “hedging their bets” to avoid potential backlash from a future Trump administration. According to sources, Google CEO Sundar Pichai praised Trump’s recent McDonald’s photo op, while Meta’s Mark Zuckerberg called Trump to commend his composure after an assassination attempt. Amazon’s Andy Jassy also contacted Trump. Tech mogul Elon Musk, of course, was first on the bandwagon.

My question is if their folks are seeing data evidence in their own markets that suggest a Trump win.

Post-Halloween Tips for Reducing Sugar Intake

Best Life highlighted small adjustments that can help satisfy your sweet tooth while cutting back on sugar. Tips included adapting recipes by reducing sugar, reading labels to avoid hidden sugars, and opting for whole foods. A less obvious one is to avoid low-fat yogurts, which often contain added sugar, and try pairing plain Greek yogurt with fruit instead. Another tip is to switch to water or unsweetened beverages to save sugar intake for desserts. I agree. I want my sugar where I can see it and enjoy it 🍪

I’m Quince-Curious

If you’re curious about Quince — a brand that seems to be all over social media lately — you’ll want to check out this video.

Dinner and a Movie

RIP the sweet Teri Garr. I’m going to watch Young Frankenstein tonight.

Before the trick-or-treaters rolled in last night, I got a pot of Creamy White Chicken Chili started so it would be ready by dinnertime, so it’s leftovers for me this weekend. If you’re looking for something to do with leftover candy, check out these recipes.

This weekend I’ll also start working on the 2024 BRIGHT Gift Guide!