Sherafgan Khan

Mapping the Money: The Top Non-FARA Foreign-Connected Influencers in U.S. Politics (2024 Cycle)

This analysis examines the top non-FARA, foreign-connected organizations shaping U.S. political finance during the 2024 election cycle. Drawing on verified data from OpenSecrets, it ranks U.S.-registered entities with clear international or diaspora links based on total financial influence—campaign contributions, Super PAC spending, and lobbying combined. The findings highlight how certain advocacy ecosystems, particularly those tied to Israel, significantly outspend other foreign-linked groups such as China, India, Armenia, Turkey, and Pakistan. Presented with full transparency and context, this report aims to inform readers about where real monetary influence is concentrated in American politics—without accusation or bias. It invites reflection on the fine line between diaspora advocacy and de facto foreign influence within the bounds of U.S. law.

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Outliers in Teamwork: When the Lone Wolf Outperforms the Pack

Teams often outperform individuals, yet outliers exist. This guide shows when a lone wolf excels and why groups fail—groupthink, dominance of loud voices, social loafing, production blocking—and how to design processes (independent ideation, Delphi-style review, weighted expertise) that capture the best solo insight without losing team strength.

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Managing Bedtime Resistance in 3-Year-Olds: A Comprehensive Guide for Parents

Bedtime resistance in 3-year-olds is common, especially for toddlers on the autism spectrum. Learn proven strategies to ease bedtime battles: calming routines, sleep-friendly environments, gentle return-to-bed methods, and positive reinforcement. Practical parenting tips from pediatric experts help reduce nighttime struggles, foster healthy sleep habits, and support both neurotypical and autistic children.

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Can You Actually Not Fit in a Southwest Seat? The Complete Truth Behind the Numbers, the Outrage, and What Nobody’s Telling You

Southwest Airlines’ “Customer of Size” policy sparked backlash over body discrimination, but the math tells a different story. With seats measuring about 17 inches wide, hip breadth data shows that over 99% of adults physically fit within the boundary. The discomfort most passengers feel comes from shoulder crowding, not hip width. This article breaks down the numbers, debunks misconceptions, and explains why the policy affects only a tiny fraction of flyers—while still raising real social and comfort concerns.

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Rethinking Israel-Palestine: Advocating Human Rights Over Bias and Fear

The Israeli–Palestinian conflict cannot be reduced to slogans of loyalty. Verified UN and human rights data reveal starvation, mass civilian deaths, and systemic apartheid conditions. Criticizing Israeli policies is not antisemitic—it’s a moral duty. Advocating Palestinian human rights is essential for justice, peace, and the dignity of both peoples.

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