Many of you don't know that when I left TV news, I took a job shooting videos for the Washington Department of Natural Resources. It gave me the chance to build my independent media work in my personal time, which was not an option as a TV reporter given my contract in corporate news. When I was hired, I was encouraged to keep my social media presence. Recently, my bosses informed me that I was to stop all videos related to Covid safety, vaccines and mandates that “undermine” DNR's policies, as DNR is one of many state agencies with a vaccine mandate, though ours was enacted by Public Lands Commissioner Hilary Franz and separate from Gov. Inslee's order. My independent work was done on personal time with personal equipment and I never discussed my position at DNR. I also informed my bosses that I had a First Amendment right to continue, and that the policy of a state agency committed to science should align with robust discussion that includes a variety of viewpoints. They disagreed. I refused to comply and was terminated last week.
I am truly grateful for the many wildland fire fighters whose stories I’ve had the honor of telling, as well as the fuels crews fixing the forest health crisis driving historic fires. We nearly evacuated twice this year, and it’s not an exaggeration to say that the work of DNR staff across the state saved our home and thousands of others.
While there are many unknowns for our family, not the least of which is finding a new health insurance plan (any suggestions?), we are absolutely unwavering that it was the right decision. How could I continue covering censorship and allow myself to be censored on one of the most important topics of my lifetime? There are a great many people taking grave risks right now - many of them you've seen in my videos - and those of us who stand up for free speech and informed choice right now will hopefully pave the way someday for others to do so without losing their jobs. I got into journalism to follow the truth wherever it leads, and I will continue. I am planning to record a video to discuss this publicly on YouTube. Would you please let me know what questions you'd like me to answer in it? In sum, our family is incredibly grateful for your support here. I have absolutely no regrets. I said once that free speech is the hill I would die on - but just to be clear, as I've said before, I did not commit suicide. 😉 Be brave. We are in this together.
Our truck tailgate is busted and won’t go down, so unloading 100lbs hay bales yesterday was a little more challenging. Not to mention, Jack hid my hay hooks. That said, I decided I earned an extra slice of fresh-milled bread! If you want to be strong like an ox, get yourself some of the great prducts sold by Green Pasture - including the cod liver/butter oil we take daily for dental, gut and immune health. The skate oil is also great - and was recommended to me by someone who said it significantly helped with her nightly sleep. Use promo code “ALISON” for 10% off at checkout!
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Sassy’s dentist came to our farm in her super cool mobile office. She had some sharp edges smoothed down but otherwise got a glowing report. The file Dr. Darrow used is apparent made of diamonds? I think I’m remembering that correctly. Only the best for my best bud! Sassy still has all of her teeth at 33, which is like 93 for a human. She must take the cod liver/butter oil from Green Pasture! If you want teeth at 93, go get some. Don’t forget to use “ALISON” as your promo code at checkout for 10% off.
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I walked out around dusk to find our rooster, Hei Hei, in the mouth of a fox after what appeared to have been quite a struggle on his part. I sprinted as fast as I could, yelling like I was on fire, and the fox let go. Miraculously, Hei Hei walked away, though he lost quite a few feathers. It took him less than 12 hours to go back to sneak attacking me. No good deed goes unpunished! If you’re fighting off foxes, gain that extra few seconds for help to come by taking your cod liver/butter oil! https://www.greenpasture.org/ Use promo code “ALISON” at check out for 10% off. It’s great for mind, gut, stamina and immune system. Plus, there are all kinds of great products on Green Pasture’s site.
I live in citrus county and am a family farmer. We own 20 acres in Homosassa. I am working on a Petition for Governer Desantis regarding land classification and ad valorem taxes. I am not a lawyer, but check out my Linkedin profile: James Gunther, Jr. I have LOTS of legal experience. I have an advanced degreee in telecommunications technology and public policy and my masters thesis was on the Telecom Act of 1996. I also helped draft that legislation and the implementation regulations. I also have radiation poisoning. I have a different perspective on the 5G tech today and these cell towers and will do what I can to help you. My number is 3529997004.
Hope to see you there. Here is the X link but we are on Rumble and Locals too.
https://x.com/thevivafrei/status/2041591965708587024
