The Federalist Daily Briefing for 03/01/2021

 Your daily update of new content from The Federalist Be lovers of freedom and anxious for the fray   03/01/2021 [Is The Rock’s New Series Just A Trial Balloon For A Run For President?]( Madeline Osburn The wrestler-turned-actor uses his new NBC comedy to tease fans who want him to pursue a political career, but is he just teasing? [No, Sen. Ron Johnson Didn’t Promote A ‘Conspiracy Theory’ About The Capitol Riot]( J. Michael Waller Sen. Ron Johnson was one of the first senators to suspect the riot had been planned. In a Federalist article, I identified four groups that appeared to have planned for violence in advance. [Why The Virtual Golden Globes Fell Flat]( Emily Jashinsky A quasi-virtual presentation replete with technological hiccups and flat punchlines, Sunday's Golden Globes left much to be desired. [How Ryan Anderson’s Banned Book, ‘When Harry Became Sally,’ Helped Me With Gender Dysphoria]( Chad Felix Greene People like me have gone years feeling alone and ignored by the popular discussion of gender identity, but Ryan’s book gives us hope and understanding. [Federalism Is How Americans Have Historically Resolved Bitter Disputes]( Marc Landy A principled defense of American federalism — even if it deprives one of a delicious policy outcome — is necessary now more than ever. [The Explosion In Queer Sexuality Among Kids Is Not A Natural Trend]( Chad Felix Greene For young American women, it appears queer identity may just be the newest fashion trend they are eager to show off on social media. [Stanford Mob’s Attempt To Cancel Hoover Institution Scholars Fails]( Jonathan S. Tobin The left's failed attack on the Hoover Institution was a victory against the academy's intolerance. Yet most conservatives lack the same protection. [Seattle Tax Dollars Provide Heroin Pipes, ‘Booty Bumping Kits’ To Homeless Addicts]( Jason Rantz The city knows addicts will continue their addiction regardless of what case managers say, so instead they offer a free 'booty bumping kit' as a 'good choice if your veins are hard to hit.' [The Greatest Living American Writer Finally Renounces The Federalist]( Neal Pollack In an attempt to save my shattered reputation, I renounce The Federalist. It is too little, too late, and not nearly enough, for our culture has silenced me forever. [CPAC Is Still Trump’s, But Something Has Changed]( David Marcus Four years on, even in defeat, this is still Donald Trump’s party and seems set to be for some time. For now, Trump's populism is here to stay.  [Biden Promised A Return To Normalcy, So Why Are There Still Troops And Fences In DC?](News) On this episode of “The Federalist Radio Hour,” Senior Editor Chris Bedford and Culture... [Subscribe](  SIGN UP FOR A [FREE TRIAL]( HERE. The Transom is a daily email newsletter written by publisher of The Federalist Ben Domenech for political and media insiders, which arrives in your inbox each morning, collecting news, notes, and thoughts from around the web. "You must read The Transom. With brilliant political analysis and insight into the news that matters most, it is essential to understanding this incredible moment in history. I read it every day!" - Newt Gingrich      mailto:info@thefederalist.com Sent to: {EMAIL} [Unsubscribe]( The Federalist, 611 Pennsylvania Ave SE, #247, Washington, DC 20003, United States