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"Leaders are not born," Granny says. "They're made through molding and modeling." That's why she and her granddaughter and putting on their hats and coats and walking to the polls.

Since the Supreme Court struck down Roe v. Wade in 2022, one study estimates there's been nearly 65,000 pregnancies from rape in states that ban abortion.

Few political violence researchers believe there will be a repeat of the Jan. 6 attack. Instead, many warn that election-related violence is more likely to happen in local communities.

A Marine and his buddies joined the mob that entered the Capitol on Jan. 6. They were not the only Marines there. NPR asked the Corps' top officer a question: Do the Marines have an extremism problem?

4th Annual Almost Nakey Freedom Fest Saturday, July 6, 2024 from 2 p.m. - 10 p.m. at The Plunge + Beach House at Belmont Park God Bless the USA from America’s Most Loved City. Let Freedom Ring on America’s Mount Ravemore on The Shining Shores of The Best Coast! This July 4th Weekend Celebrates 99 Years of Belmont Park & 248 Years of America! 3 STAGES The Plunge Stage - You have seen the majestic structure built in 1925 holds San Diego’s most iconic pool, which turns 99 years old this year. Almost Nakey team will turn this swimming extravaganza into a yuma tent. Clear decking will cover the water, lighting will emerge from the waters below, and a massive stage will be built inside. The roof opens to unveil sun shining from heavens above us. Mount Ravemore Stage - Our founding fathers said it best - life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness… on the hot sandy shores of the world's greatest coast. Prepare yourself for a mega mainstage at Beach House. Last year you saw that LED walled American flag. This year, hold onto your american flag bikini, jorts, and ur new Almost Nakey crush. The White House Stage - inside Beach House perched on a golden hill, the silent disco stage of your dreams allows you to enter a vortex of pure freedom. Wouldn't Be an Almost Nakey Party without Massive Inflatables, Expertiential Activations, Big Surprises VIP Terrace - You worked hard all year - now it’s time for private lounges, bars pouring it up just for u + ur red, white, and boo thangs. Coaster Terrace overlooks Beach House main stage. VIP includes lounge + private bars + VIP entry. VIP Cabanas & VIP Tables - email vip@beachhousesd.com - these will go fast & I promise, you want this to be you. We will have bottle service programs at both main stages. Dress Code - American Flag bikini tops, cowboy hats, bedazzled american flag tank tops, belly rings, & jorts are safe ground here. Donation to Wounded Warrior Foundation - Percentage of your ticket sales to support the veterans that fight for our country to keep it free and keep us raving. BLESS our active forces + vets. Prices Will Go up. This Event Will Sell out. As a ticket holder to The Almost Nakey Freedom Fest, your face will be carved into Mount Ravemore forever. This makes you a founding father of this great birthday party, congratulations! Mount Ravemore 4 Pack - 4 Total Tickets SAVE $40 when you buy 4! May you + your 3 beautiful besties' faces become memorialized in Mount Ravemore forever, as you step into the Almost Nakey home of the free land of the brave. Bigger than ever before, you are committed to the freest day into night of your life. Now, hold tight and ride that thang all night long. 4 Pack includes 4 GA tickets - follow next steps to attach names and emails to individual tickets. Each ticket holder in your 4 pack will have a unique QR code that can only be scanned once at check-in. This is a 21+ event. Uncle Sam’s Golden Ticket - VIP Pass You have achieved the American dream. Now, upgrade yourself to your own private lounge, bars pouring it up just for you while you are galavanting inside Almost Nakey, home of the free land of the brave. Bigger than ever before, you are committed to the freest day into night of your life. Now, hold tight and ride all night long. Included: Private terrace, lounges, private bars with no lines. Drinks are not included. Your ticket has a unique QR code that can only be scanned once at check-in. This is a 21+ event. This is 21+ event. No Refunds. IDs are required for entry. Rain or shine. Stay Connected on Social Media! Facebook & Instagram

In this festival mainstay, we honor the lives of six San Diego area Jewish women through words, music, and images. Hear their stories and leave uplifted and inspired. Honoring Sara Brown, Debbie Kornberg, Vered Libstein, Rabbi Devorah Marcus, Bev Pamensky, and Dr. Barbara Parker. “A woman of valor, who shall find?” asks the famous psalm. These 6 inspiring women have made unique contributions to our community. JFest celebrates their lives and accomplishments. Directed by Ali Viterbi Written by Sarah Price Keating, Rebecca Myers, Todd Salovey, and Ali Viterbi Debbie Kornberg is a spice expert and entrepreneur. She owns SPICE + LEAF and teaches weekly Spice It Up with Deb: A Live Cooking Experience workshops. Dr. Barbara Parker is a professor emerita in the Department of Medicine at UCSD and a medical oncologist at UC San Diego Health. She was the medical director of oncology services and senior deputy director of Cancer Medicine at Moores Cancer Center. Rabbi Devorah Marcus has been the senior Rabbi at Temple Emanu-El since 2013. Bev Pamensky is the Executive Director of the Kindness Initiative, an organization dedicated to alleviating poverty in the San Diego Jewish community. Sara Brown is the San Diego regional director of the American Jewish Committee. She was previously the Executive Director of the Center for Holocaust, Human Rights, and Genocide Education, and managed post-secondary education programming for USC Shoah Foundation. She also conducted research and wrote a book on the Rwandan genocide. Vered Libstein is a survivor of the October 7 terrorist attack in Israel. Her husband, Ofir Libstein, was the mayor of San Diego's sister city Sha'ar HaNegev, and he (along with their son, her mother, and her nephew) was murdered on October 7. Vered founded the Darom Adom Festival, one of Israel's largest nature events. Stay Connected on Social Media! Facebook & Instagram

Truth in Comedy, or TiC for short, is a storytelling, stand-up comedy, and art show where humanity is the muse. It’s a unique experience that’s raw and beautiful. Three individuals will tell a story from their life, aka their truth, where they are willing to be open, honest, and vulnerable. Afterward, a comedian will perform a set inspired by the story. At the end of the night, an artist will present three pieces they created, each inspired by one of the stories. It’s an emotional rollercoaster that you won’t stop talking about. Join us for this unique experience to see why no matter what we go through, we can always find something to smile or laugh about. Real. Funny. Storytellers: - Anelia Glebocki - Angelina Saldivar - Brent Hannify Comedians: - Byron Stamps - Sarah Hershberger - Bijan Mostafavi Artist: - Melody De Los Campos Stay Connected on Social Media! Facebook | Instagram | X

Truth in Comedy, or TiC for short, is a storytelling, stand-up comedy, and art show where humanity is the muse. It’s a unique experience that’s raw and beautiful. Three individuals will tell a story from their life, aka their truth, where they are willing to be open, honest, and vulnerable. Afterward, a comedian will perform a set inspired by the story. At the end of the night, an artist will present three pieces they created, each inspired by one of the stories. It’s an emotional rollercoaster that you won’t stop talking about. Join us for this unique experience to see why no matter what we go through, we can always find something to smile or laugh about. Real. Funny. Storytellers: - America Milonguera - Christina Rounds - Dallas McLaughlin Comedians: - Byron Stamps - Bob Hansen - Sarah Hershberger Artist: - Felicia Morgenstern Stay Connected on Social Media! Facebook | Instagram | X

Join us for our event series: Stories of Us! Little ones and their families are invited to experience the richness of San Diego's diversity through storytimes, musical presentations, or hands-on activities with local community members to create meaningful discussions and insights into the many cultures they may encounter in their lives. Enjoy a storytelling of PoPo’s Lucky Chinese New Year with local author Dr. Virginia Loh-Hagan while learning about the history and traditions of San Diego’s East Asian community. Included with Museum admission. No registration required. Stay Connected on Social Media! Facebook | Instagram | X