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Wednesday, May 28, 2025

Phil Alexander Robertson Dead at 79: ‘Duck Dynasty’ Star, Duck Commander Founder & Conservative Icon Remembered

Discover who Phil Alexander Robertson was — an American professional hunter, family patriarch, conservative, businessman, and star of “Duck Dynasty”

Phil Alexander Robertson an American professional hunter is in the picture

Source: The Economic Times

This post can be read in Tocsin Magazine, and all Medium members can read the full article here.

Introduction

The recently deceased Phil Alexander Robertson (79) was a controversial yet highly prominent figure in American conservative culture, known for his traditional family values, deep Christian faith, and outspoken political views that often stirred public debate. To the American public, he was known as a conservative, the patriarch of the Robertson family, founder of Duck Commander, and star of the reality TV show Duck Dynasty.

Early Life

He was born in Vivian, Louisiana, on April 24, 1946, and died on May 25, 2025. Robertson grew up in extremely modest conditions without basic modern amenities such as electricity, indoor plumbing, or running water.

Despite this, his family was happy and self-sufficient, relying on hunting, fishing, and gardening for food. They grew vegetables and fruit in their garden and sourced meat by hunting deer, squirrels, fish, and other game, along with raising pigs, chickens, and cattle.

Phil was the fifth of seven children born to his mother, Merritt (nÊe Hale), and father James Robertson. In his book Happy, Happy, Happy, Robertson recalls that he lived in poverty, in conditions resembling the 1850s, but adds, “We were always happy, happy, happy, no matter the circumstances.”

Sports vs. Hunting and Fishing

Robertson excelled as an athlete in high school and was an all-state selection in football, baseball, and track. Thanks to his athletic prowess, he received a football scholarship to attend Louisiana Tech in Ruston in the late 1960s. He played as starting quarterback for the Bulldogs during the 1966 and 1967 seasons, before Terry Bradshaw, the Hall of Fame NFL quarterback and №1 draft pick in 1970.

At the time, Robertson had impressive statistics, and many believed he had the potential for a professional football career. However, he preferred hunting and fishing over sports and chose not to play in the 1968 season.

Bradshaw once said, “Phil Robertson loved hunting more than he loved football. He came to practice straight from the woods with squirrel tails sticking out of his pockets and duck feathers on his clothes. He was clearly a good shot, so no one complained too much.”

When approached by Paul Harvey with an offer to play professionally for the Washington Redskins, Robertson declined because football conflicted with duck hunting.

For him, football was merely a means to secure a scholarship, while Bradshaw lived and breathed the sport. As Robertson famously put it, “Terry went for the bucks, and I chased after the ducks.”

Alcoholism, Personal Crisis, and Spiritual Transformation

After earning a degree in physical education and a master’s in education, Robertson briefly worked as a teacher. He and his wife, Marsha “Miss Kay” Carroway, were married in 1966. However, their early years were marked by serious turmoil due to Robertson’s alcoholism, infidelity, and irresponsible behavior.

Eventually, he managed to save his marriage and family. Their bond became a symbol of redemption and forgiveness. Wikipedia

In the early 1970s, Robertson found faith and converted to Christianity. He committed himself fully to a Christian lifestyle and became an elder at the Whites Ferry Road Church of Christ in West Monroe, Louisiana. His faith became the cornerstone of his identity and public persona. Wikipedia

Duck Commander

Following his religious transformation and family reconciliation, Robertson founded Duck Commander in 1973 — a pivotal life change. As a passionate duck hunter, he had grown dissatisfied with existing duck calls and saw a gap in the market. After much experimentation, he developed a device that closely mimicked the sound of a duck and named it Duck Commander.

This innovative product became the foundation of a multimillion-dollar business, now run by his son Willie Robertson. 

The Robertson family is in the picture

Source: Alabama Life & Culture

Duck Dynasty

Duck Dynasty is an American reality television series that showcases the daily life of the Robertson family. It aired on the A&E network from 2012 to 2017 and achieved massive popularity, peaking in viewership during the premiere of its fourth season with 11.8 million viewers, making it the most-watched nonfiction cable show in history at that time. Wikipedia

Willie Robertson, Phil’s son, took over the family business and played a key role in launching the show. According to Willie, the idea came from his wife Korie, who suggested their family life could be compelling television content. The show portrayed the Robertsons’ daily routines, business dealings, and hunting adventures, often infused with humor and Christian values.

In December 2013, Phil Robertson gave an interview to GQ Magazine in which he shared his views on sin, including homosexuality, sparking widespread backlash. A&E suspended him from the show, but following strong public support, particularly from conservative fans and political figures, the network lifted the suspension after nine days.

Robertson defended his statements, asserting they were based on his Christian beliefs. His family also publicly supported him, stating they couldn’t imagine continuing the show without him. ABC News

The series ended in 2017 but left a lasting mark on American pop culture.

Ideology, Worldview, and Politics

After his religious conversion, Robertson became a devout Christian, a committed family man, and a staunch conservative. He believed America’s fundamental problems were spiritual in nature, not political, and attributed national moral decline to a departure from God. He often emphasized the need to return to biblical values.

In interviews and public appearances, he frequently stated that “America has lost touch with its core values” and that “the greatest problem in America is of a spiritual nature.” Fox Business

His worldview was deeply rooted in conservative Christian doctrine, focusing on traditional family structures, monogamy, and adherence to the Ten Commandments.

Robertson was an outspoken supporter of conservative politics and the Republican Party. He was a strong advocate for Donald Trump and the MAGA movement, praising their pro-Christian and pro-life policies. He also supported candidate Vance McAllister in a special election for the U.S. House of Representatives, where McAllister’s victory was widely attributed to Robertson’s endorsement. Wikipedia

Conclusion

Phil Robertson passed away on May 25, 2025, at the age of 79 after a battle with Alzheimer’s disease. His death prompted numerous tributes, especially from conservative circles, where he was hailed as an “American icon” and a “defender of traditional values.”

Duck Dynasty remains a testament to how faith and family business can form the backbone of a successful television franchise, despite the controversies and challenges that accompanied it.

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Tuesday, May 27, 2025

Two Young Lives Lost in Washington Shooting

In a senseless outburst of violence and hatred on Wednesday evening during the Washington shooting, two young people were killed when Elias Rodriguez (31) opened fire

30-year-old Yaron Lischinsky and 26-year-old Sarah Lynn Milgrim are in the picture

Source: San Diego Jewish World

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On Wednesday, two young people lost their lives in a senseless outburst of violence that shook the citizens of Washington, USA, and the world. The attacker, Elias Rodriguez (31), has been charged with opening fire on a group of people leaving an event for young diplomats at the Capital Jewish Heritage Museum, organized by the American Jewish Committee. This organization supports the state of Israel and fights against hatred, racism, and antisemitism.

Rodriguez has been charged with the murder of foreign officials, causing death with a firearm, discharging a firearm in a violent crime, and first-degree murder. BBC

The Washington shooting attacker worked for a nonprofit health organization and is believed to have had past affiliations with far-left groups.

Acting U.S. Attorney for the District of Columbia, Jeanine Pirro, emphasized in a statement that the attack is being investigated as a potential act of terrorism, and further charges against Rodriguez may follow.

The victims of Rodriguez’s senseless killing spree have been identified as 30-year-old Yaron Lischinsky and 26-year-old Sarah Lynn Milgrim, a young couple who were soon to be engaged. Both were employees of the Israeli Embassy in Washington. The young couple, gunned down in an instant, were dedicated to building bridges between Arabs and Jews in the hope of ending the bloodshed in the Middle East. BBC

An organizer of the event the couple attended told the BBC it was heartbreaking and deeply ironic that they had been discussing building bridges only to be struck down by such hatred.

Israeli Ambassador to the USA, Yechiel Leiter, stated that the young man had already purchased a ring and planned to propose to his girlfriend the following week in Jerusalem.

The Washington shooting occurred around 9:05 p.m. local time on Wednesday. Washington D.C. Police Chief Pamela Smith reported that the attacker, Rodriguez, was seen nervously pacing before approaching a group of four people and shooting two of them. The Washington Post

A photo of the attacker Rodriguez

In the chaos that followed, witnesses mistook the shooter for one of the victims. They tried to comfort him, brought him water, and offered shelter and support.

“We thought he just needed help and a safe place,” said witness Katie Kalisher to the BBC. “People were calming him down, bringing him water, taking care of him,” added another witness, Yoni Kalin. BBC

Only after police arrived did it become clear that the “witness” was, in fact, the shooter. He confessed to the shooting, pulled out a red head covering, and shouted: “I did this for Gaza. Free Palestine.”

According to officials, after being taken into custody, the attacker continued shouting “Free Palestine.” The exact motive remains unclear, but FBI Deputy Director Dan Bongino stated that the police are interrogating the attacker and that early indicators suggest this was a targeted act of violence.

A post on X by Dan Bongino

Source: https://x.com/dbongino

Another FBI official, Steve Jensen, said Rodriguez was previously unknown to authorities, but investigators are reviewing his social media accounts and contacting his associates.

According to a social media post by Dan Bongino, investigators discovered Rodriguez’s manifesto on X, where he condemned Israel’s killing of Palestinians after the Hamas attacks in October 2023 and discussed the morality of “armed” action.

This is a part of the Manifesto on X!

 

A post about Rodriguez Manifesto on X

Source: https://x.com/ecomarxi/status/1925576529137852437

In addition, Rodriguez was reportedly once affiliated with the far-left Party for Socialism and Liberation (PSL) in Chicago, according to a post by the group on X. The group stated it had no involvement in the shooting and does not support it. They clarified that Rodriguez was briefly connected to one of their chapters but had had no contact with them for more than seven years. ReutersABC News

Due to its military offensive in Gaza, Israel faces ongoing international condemnation and a rise in antisemitism and related incidents worldwide.

President Trump expressed his condolences to the families of the victims, posting on Truth Social:

“These horrific murders in DC, clearly motivated by antisemitism, must stop immediately! There is no place for hatred and radicalism in the USA. Condolences to the families of the victims. It’s tragic that such things are even happening! God bless you all.”


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Monday, May 19, 2025

Democrat Kathleen Courtney Hochul, the First Woman to Lead the State of New York

Meet Kathleen Courtney Hochul, the first woman to lead New York State and the first governor from the upstate region since 1922

Democrat Kathleen Courtney Hochul is in the picture

Source: https://www.britannica.com/biography/Kathy-Hochul

This post can be read in Tocsin Magazine, and all Medium members can read the full article here.

Introduction

Today, we will analyze the key moments in New York Governor Kathy Hochul’s career and public statements, focusing on her responses to criticism from Congresswoman Elise Stefanik, her stance on the right to peaceful protest and security measures, and, in particular, her most controversial remark about “Bronx kids who don’t even know what a computer is,” which sparked a wave of criticism and went viral on platform X.


A post on X by Governor Hotchul

Source: https://x.com/libsoftiktok/status/1787715029703512132

By reviewing Hochul’s biography — from her humble beginnings in Buffalo through her legal career to her entry into politics — we uncover little-known but important details such as her lobbying to end apartheid policies at Syracuse University and founding a shelter for victims of domestic violence.

We also explore her political rise during the Donald Trump era, her reactions to Stefanik’s attacks, and her recent activities, including responses to campus protests.

Childhood, Education, and Professional Career Outside of Politics

Kathy Hochul (born Kathleen Courtney on August 27, 1958) comes from a working-class family in Buffalo, New York, where she grew up as one of six children in a house near a steel mill. At Syracuse University, she actively advocated for various social initiatives, including the anti-apartheid movement against South Africa, earning The Daily Orange student newspaper’s award for academic and social engagement. Wikipedia

After earning her BA in Political Science from Syracuse in 1980 and her JD from the Catholic University of America in 1984, she worked in Washington, D.C., law firms and then served as counsel to Representative John LaFalce and Senator Daniel Moynihan, gaining experience at the federal level. Outside politics, she co-founded Kathleen Mary House, a shelter for women and children victims of domestic violence, and was actively involved with the Village Action Coalition and Immaculata Academy in Hamburg. Wikipedia

Beliefs, Ideology, and Political Rise

Kathy Hochul is considered a moderate-centrist Democrat who describes herself as an “independent Democrat” ready to criticize her own party when she believes it benefits constituents.

She holds progressive views — championing women’s rights, criminal justice reform, and climate action — while also supporting business initiatives and fiscal responsibility, such as middle-class tax cuts under her “Accessibility Agenda”. AP News

On cultural issues, she strives to balance protest freedoms with public safety, stressing that “peaceful protests must be protected, but violence and vandalism are unacceptable”. csmonitor.com

As a member of the Hamburg Town Board from 1994 to 2007, she led an initiative to remove toll booths on the state highway and openly opposed granting driver’s licenses to undocumented immigrants, arguing it would encourage illegal applications while serving as Erie County Clerk from 2007 to 2011.

Her election to Congress in 2011 was a turning point for Democrats in the 26th District, ending a 40-year drought for her party. During the early days of the Trump administration and the MAGA movement, Hochul ramped up her engagement, mobilizing against national policies she viewed as harmful to New York.

Responses to Elise Stefanik’s Criticism and Stance on the Right to Protest

While she has not recently made statements that went viral, several of her recent remarks have attracted considerable attention, most notably the one from May 2024 that stirred the greatest uproar on X.

In April 2025, Elise Stefanik intensified her attacks on Hochul, accusing her of failing to control crime and economic difficulties. Times Union

On May 5, 2025, Governor Hochul replied sarcastically to speculation about Stefanik’s potential 2026 gubernatorial run with “Bring it on,” which provoked strong support and criticism across party lines on X.

A post on X by Governor Hotchul

Source: X

When protests at Columbia University escalated into violence on May 7, she tweeted: “Everyone has the right to protest peacefully. But violence, vandalism, or destruction of property are completely unacceptable.”

A comment on X by Gov. Hotchul

Source: X

This diplomatic yet firm stance — upholding constitutional freedoms while enforcing order — drew criticism that she applies protest rules selectively, especially given recent campus clashes in New York. AP News

The Controversial Statement: “Bronx Kids Who Don’t Even Know What a Computer Is”

Hochul’s remark at the Milken Institute Global Conference in May 2024 caused the biggest storm on X: “Right now, we have young Black kids growing up in the Bronx who don’t even know what the word ‘computer’ is.” New York Post

This comment prompted thousands of critical tweets and debates about racial stereotyping. Hochul quickly issued a public apology, acknowledging that her assessment was overly broad and harmful to the community. New York Post

Conclusion

With her charisma, legal background, and record of grassroots activism, Kathy Hochul demonstrates that leaders outside traditional political circles can bring fresh perspectives to state governance.

Although her viral “Bronx kids” comment sparked backlash, her willingness to apologize and engage in dialogue underscores responsible leadership. As the first female governor — and the first from upstate New York in over a century — her tenure is a powerful symbol of diversity and a new approach to politics in a state that often sets the pace for national trends.

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