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Cheryl K. Chumley

Cheryl K. Chumley

Cheryl Chumley is online opinion editor, commentary writer and host of the “Bold and Blunt” podcast for The Washington Times, and a frequent media guest and public speaker. She is the author of several books, the latest titled, “Lockdown: The Socialist Plan To Take Away Your Freedom,” and “Socialists Don’t Sleep: Christians Must Rise or America Will Fall.” Email her at cchumley@washingtontimes.com. 

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** FILE ** British businessman Sir Richard Branson leaves after speaking to journalists at the end of the opening ceremony for the One Young World summit at Soccer City in Johannesburg, South Africa, Wednesday, Oct. 2, 2013. (AP Photo/Themba Hadebe)

Richard Branson: Tea partyers need some ‘heavy drug use’

Richard Branson, the billionaire businessman who founded Virgin America airlines, said at a National Press Club panel event Wednesday evening that of all the politicos and players in Washington, D.C., the tea party could benefit the most from taking drugs. Published October 10, 2013

An Egyptian protester wears a mask as he attends a protest marking the second anniversary of a military crackdown on protesters outside Egypt's state TV building in Cairo, Egypt, Wednesday, Oct. 9, 2013. Hundreds of Egyptians held candles, waved pictures of slain protesters and demanded retribution from former generals while marking the second anniversary of the killing of 26 people, mostly Christians, in the military crackdown outside the state TV building. (AP Photo/Khalil Hamra)

Egypt denounces U.S. decision to cut aid

A spokesman for Egypt’s foreign ministry adopted a defiant tone on Wednesday in response to the United States’ announced suspension of some aid, calling the decision a mistake and issuing a scathing vow that the country would nonetheless continue its quest for democracy. Published October 10, 2013

Disgraced detective in gang-SUV beat-down gets to hide face in court

Emerging details about the viral videotaped motorcycle gang attack on one New York City SUV driver and his terrified family revealed in court on Wednesday that not only did an undercover detective witness the scene as it unfolded — he also allegedly took part in the beat-down. Published October 10, 2013

**FILE** Former Rep. Allen B. West (Associated Press)

Allen West backs 4 for 2014: U.S. needs ‘conservative patriots’

Former Rep. Allen West, a tea party darling who now heads a political action group to elect constitutional conservatives, gave his personal endorsement Wednesday to four candidates seeking congressional seats in 2014, calling them genuine patriots with principled stances. Published October 10, 2013

** FILE ** People ride on the Joker's Jinx roller coaster at the Six Flags America Amusement Park in Largo, Md., in July 2002.

Orlando roller coaster strands 12 at top; 1 hospitalized

A dozen riders on a Universal Orlando roller coaster were stranded at the top for several hours Wednesday evening, until firefighters could assemble and save them using ropes, harnesses and a good measure of patience and skill. Published October 10, 2013

** FILE ** In this March 13, 2013, file photo, Libyan Prime Minister Ali Zidan speaks during a joint news conference with U.S. Secretary of State John Kerry at the State Department in Washington. A government official says Libyan Prime Minister Ali Zeidan was kidnapped by gunmen early Thursday morning, Oct. 10, 2013, from a hotel in Tripoli where he resides. (AP Photo/Jose Luis Magana, File)

Libyan PM Ali Zeidan released by gunmen

Libyan Prime Minister Ali Zeidan was released from captivity early Thursday, just hours after gunmen stole into his luxury Tripoli hotel and snatched him from his room. Published October 10, 2013

** FILE ** Democratic mayoral hopeful Anthony Weiner greets voters after making his concession speech at Connolly's Pub in midtown Tuesday, Sept. 10, 2013, in New York. Public Advocate Bill de Blasio held a clear lead Tuesday night in New York City's mayoral Democratic primary as polls closed, according to early and incomplete voting returns. (AP Photo/Jin Lee)(AP Photo/Jin Lee)

Anthony Weiner weighs in on shutdown: Quit ‘playing’

Former Rep. Anthony Weiner and failed New York City mayoral candidate weighed in on the government shutdown on Wednesday, calling on his former congressional colleagues to quit the politics and start acting like leaders. Published October 10, 2013

Lunch lady accused of stuffing bra with kids’ cash — $1.8M in 8 years

This is hardly the lunch lady of Adam Sandler lore. A former Rialto, Calif., school district accountant with access to kids' lunch money was reportedly captured on video stuffing her bra with bills and charged with ultimately racking up $1.8 million of stolen food fees over the span of eight years. Published October 9, 2013

In this Monday, Oct. 7, 2013 photo, a damaged grave after a vandal attack is shown in the Protestant Cemetery of Mt. Zion, Jerusalem. Christian leaders in the Holy Land are up in arms over what Curiously, is not the first time the Protestant cemetery has been attacked. About 100 years ago, the American consul to Jerusalem dug up graves in the cemetery belonging to members of the American Colony, a group of Christians from the U.S. who moved to Jerusalem for religious reasons – but whom the consul said were involved in cult-like activities, said Israeli researcher Nirit Shalev-Khalifa. (AP Photo/Bernat Armangue)

Jerusalem grave vandals set Christians on edge

A string of attacks in Israel against sacred Christian sites have set followers of the faith on edge, wondering if the property desecrations are going to progress into assaults against people. Published October 9, 2013

Sen. Benjamin L. Cardin, Maryland Democrat, and his allies in Congress say they are determined to make the Affordable Care Act work no matter what stands in their way. The GOP, however, is not relenting. (Associated Press) **FILE**

Sen. Ben Cardin to Boehner, GOP: ‘Put down the gun’

Sen. Ben Cardin said it’s quite appropriate in the current government shutdown situation to sling around words like “hostage” and “ransom,” while suggesting House Speaker John Boehner ought to surrender to Democratic demands. Published October 9, 2013

California court rules mom OK to spank with spoon

A California appeals court on Tuesday said a mother who was brought up on child abuse charges for spanking her 12-year-old daughter with a wooden spoon acted within her parental rights, and that social services had overstepped bounds. Published October 9, 2013

The Grand Canyon National Park entrance is blocked off on Tuesday, Oct. 8, 2013, in Tusayan, Ariz. The Grand Canyon remains closed to visitors because of the partial government shutdown. (AP Photo/Matt York)

Rangers arrest 21 for venturing into Grand Canyon post-shutdown

Park authorities have issued citations for 21 tourists and visitors who entered Grand Canyon National Park grounds after the government shutdown started. And in response – and in the face of furloughing other workers – the park has bolstered its security team to monitor the land around the clock. Published October 9, 2013