Dan Cirucci

Tuesday, May 5, 2026

It's All Part Of The Trump Joie De Vivre!

This is an Amazing Find pic.twitter.com/IeAsvoulQB
— Ultra MagaBA🇺🇸 (@Brookltnwilliw) May 4, 2026

OMG! Is The Pope Now Stricken With TDS?

When have you ever heard of a Pope holding impromptu "news conferences" and answering reporters' questions on the fly?

Well, yes -- Pope Francis did it.

And now, regrettably, it's continuing under Pope Leo who seems more and more to be not only Francis' protegé but Francis on steroids.

Please note that for thousands of years before these two, Popes spoke sparingly and when they did it was in the form of serious public pronouncements issued with the full weight of the papacy. And all this happened without "media availabilities" as they are known to PR practitioners and journalists.

But now we have this: speaking to reporters, Pope Leo responded to the criticism he has received from Donald Trump: “The mission of the Church is to proclaim the Gospel, to preach peace. If someone wants to criticize me for proclaiming the Gospel, let him do so truthfully."

Remember, the criticism started with the Pope who attacked Trump and the Trump administration with not so veiled references. So, Trump being Trump, answered the Pope's salvos with a few choice words of his own.

Best advice here comes from noted Catholic TV host and commentator Raymond Arroyo:

"The Pope should refrain from these weekly press scrums. It allows the media to set the tone and lead the witness. Most of Leo’s predecessors made the news- they didn’t react to it. In this scenario the Pope is cast as just another talking head- it diminishes his office. The media is wagging the dog and the Pope is playing along- being dragged into non-controversy controversies."

Put another way: Popes shouldn't get involved in pi - - ing contests.

To this we would add that, so far, this Pope has been too available, too evident, too much in the news, too fast. To maintain his moral authority, the Pope must remain above the fray, above the day-to-day controversies (and perhaps faux controversies) and stunts that seem to absorb the media.

Pray that this becomes the norm once again.

Ya Gotta See Today's FUN Video!

Middle Schoolers visiting the White House asked Trump if they could hit the Trump Dance with him.

This is so wholesome. pic.twitter.com/4SygEyl3pR
— johnny maga (@johnnymaga) May 5, 2026

Middle Schoolers visiting the White House asked Trump if they could hit the Trump Dance with him.

Monday, May 4, 2026

The Revitalization Of US Small Businesses

“We are a nation of builders again thanks to President Trump’s historic wins for Main Street, and I’m honored to mark National Small Business Week alongside him and the job creators who fuel our local communities — particularly as America celebrates 250 years of freedom and free enterprise. By rapidly delivering on the America First agenda, President Trump cut taxes and regulations, restored fair trade and public safety, and shut down the Green New Scam, fraud, DEI, and open border policies that threatened our economic stability during the last Administration. Our nation’s 36 million small businesses now have the confidence to hire, reinvest and expand, unleashing an historic era of sustained growth. America is open for business again.” — SBA Administrator Kelly Loeffler

Today, President Donald J. Trump will join small business owners from across the country to mark National Small Business Week and highlight the extraordinary revival of Main Street under his America First agenda. With America celebrating its 250th anniversary of freedom and free enterprise, the Trump Administration has delivered unprecedented wins for the nation’s 36 million small businesses — the true engine of job creation, innovation, and community prosperity.

Since taking office, the Trump Administration has moved with urgency and results to empower small businesses:

Tax Relief for Main Street: President Trump signed the Working Families Tax Cuts Act, delivering major victories for small businesses —making the small business deduction permanent, restoring full expensing for equipment and expansion investments, boosting take-home pay, and expanding Opportunity Zones to drive capital into underserved communities.
Dramatic Regulatory Relief: The Trump Administration launched a Deregulation Strike Force that has already eliminated more than $110 billion in burdensome regulatory costs for small businesses in just one year, freeing owners to focus on growth instead of compliance.
Record-Breaking SBA Support: In FY25, the Small Business Administration (SBA) delivered record capital to small businesses — guaranteeing $45 billion in 7(a) and 504 loans to more than 85,000 small businesses, the highest volume in the agency’s history, as part of over $100 billion in total capital access.
New Manufacturing Renaissance: SBA launched its first-ever dedicated loan program for small manufacturers, waived most upfront fees, and expanded guarantees for critical supply chains to accelerate the return of American industrial strength.
Support for Domestic Supply Chains: New procurement tools, including the Make Onshoring Great Again Portal, help small businesses source American-made suppliers and components.
Ending Costly Bureaucracy: The Administration suspended enforcement of the burdensome Beneficial Ownership Information (BOI) reporting requirements, saving small businesses billions in paperwork and compliance costs.
Putting Americans First: SBA implemented critical reforms, including citizenship verification for loan applicants and relocating offices out of sanctuary cities, to ensure taxpayer dollars support American entrepreneurs, and cracked down on DEI-based contracting schemes.
Protecting Franchises: The Trump Administration terminated the Obama-era “Joint Employer Rule,” removing a major threat to franchise owners and the millions of jobs they create.

These decisive actions have restored confidence in American small businesses. Hiring is up, investment is surging, small business optimism remains strong, and entrepreneurs are once again betting on the future under President Trump’s leadership.

PA Education Tax Credit Effort Celebrates Success

BLOCS, Pennsylvania’s leading scholarship organization dedicated to the PA Educational Improvement Tax Credit (EITC) and Opportunity Scholarship Tax Credit (OSTC), and the sole administrator of the Economically Disadvantaged Schools (EDS) program, will host its annual Gala on Thursday, May 7, 2026, from 6:00 to 10:00 p.m. at the Philadelphia Marriott Downtown (13th & Market Streets). The event will begin with an invocation by His Excellency Archbishop Nelson J. Pérez of Philadelphia.

This year’s Gala marks a milestone – 25 years of EITC-enabled opportunities for students across Pennsylvania. The evening will celebrate how collaborative philanthropy and leadership have transformed countless lives by expanding access to high-quality education despite financial restraints.

“Twenty-five years ago, the state of Pennsylvania officially recognized the need for EITC to bring financial resolve to schools and students. We are proud to celebrate a quarter century of educational opportunities for every child, regardless of region, ZIP code, or financial barriers,” said Rob Delany, BLOCS CEO. “Together we are investing in communities that empower students to thrive, and we are focusing on building what matters most—the children.”

Highlights of the 2026 BLOCS Gala include:

A celebration of 25 years of EITC, with stories from students, families, and schools whose lives have been transformed by BLOCS-supported scholarships.
Recognition of partner schools, donors, and volunteers whose commitment sustains the mission of educational equity.
A look at BLOCS’ pioneering programs, including the Economically Disadvantaged Schools (EDS) initiative, and the ongoing expansion of pathway opportunities for students across the Commonwealth.
Student-led initiatives and the critical role donors play in accelerating educational outcomes that endure beyond graduation.

Event details:

- Date: Thursday, May 7, 2026

- Time: 6:00 p.m. – 10:00 p.m.

- Location: Philadelphia Marriott Downtown

- Attire: Black tie optional

BLOCS is the scholarship organization dedicated to raising need-based scholarships through the Pennsylvania Educational Improvement Tax Credit (EITC) program. As an independent charitable organization BLOCS provides access to high-quality, value-based education for children ages Pre-K through 12th grade across the state of Pennsylvania. Through the generosity of its donors, BLOCS partners with over 500 schools to provide over 33,000 need-based scholarships. More can be found at www.blocs.org.

And I Won't Be Watching Anytime Soon, Either!

Day After Day, They're Ruining New Jersey

Pushing for New Jersey to be a sanctuary state will go down as one of the worst decisions Democrats ever made here https://t.co/co0LItFHQN pic.twitter.com/FqZ0do0GAA
— Wake Up NJ 🇺🇸 New Jersey (@wakeupnj) May 4, 2026

He Warned: 'They're Not Sending Their Best'

Sunday, May 3, 2026

Video Of Historic Kentucky Derby Moment!

For the first time in 152 years — HISTORY IS MADE!!!

Trainer Cherie DeVaux watches Golden Tempo and Jose Ortiz get up at the wire to win the Kentucky Derby at odds of 23-1.

🎥: Reaction footage owned by America’s Best Racing. @reredevaux | @jose93_ortiz | @PhippsStableFan pic.twitter.com/mnlTQw1sX7
— America'sBestRacing (@ABRLive) May 3, 2026

Fighting To Enforce Law, End Fraud!

This fraud, deceit and outright theft is precisely what President Trump is working to end -- while DemocRATS relentlessly undermine him.

I don’t think we have remotely grasped the depths of Democrat fraud in this country yet. When you work two jobs and half your salary disappears in taxes, this is where the money goes.

This is why I support ICE. https://t.co/Ot0fRnBp7Z
— James Woods (@RealJamesWoods) April 28, 2026

About Dan Cirucci

He's been cited by the late Rush Limbaugh, quoted in the New York Times, featured at Real Clear Politics and Lucianne.com and interviewed across all media.

He's Dan Cirucci, the founder and editor-in chief of the Dan Cirucci Blog, a Save Jersey blog columnist, frequent guest on the Matt Rooney radio show and one of the most widely honored public relations professionals in his field. He's also been a public relations consultant to numerous organizations and individuals and hosted The Advocates on RVN-TV.

Inducted into the Philadelphia Public Relations Hall of Fame, for many years he served as a Lecturer in Corporate Communication at Penn State University. A former President of the Philadelphia Public Relations Association (PPRA) he has lectured at Rowan University, Temple University, The College of New Jersey and Arcadia University. He has conducted workshops on public relations for thousands of participants throughout the nation and has taught countless others the art of public speaking. He has also advised numerous lawyers, judges, public officials and political candidates.

Cirucci is a prolific writer and his op-ed pieces have appeared in the Philadelphia Daily News, Philadelphia Inquirer, Courier-Post, Broad and Liberty and other print and online platforms.

A native of Camden NJ, Cirucci is a former President of the Philadelphia chapter of the International Association of Business Communicators. Cirucci served as Associate Executive Director of the Philadelphia Bar Association for nearly 30 years. He served as Chair of Penn State University's Professional Advisory Board for the Corporate Communication major at Penn State Abington and on the Pennsylvania Bar Association's Judicial Selection Commission.

He received his MA degree from Rowan University and his BA from Villanova University. He has been named a Distinguished Alumnus of Rowan's public relations program and received the E. A. "Wally" Richter Leadership Award, the highest honor from the National Association of Bar Executives' Communications Section. He has also been honored by numerous other local, state and national groups.

In his hometown of Camden, Cirucci taught fifth grade at the Ulysses Wiggins Elementary School named for the founder of the Camden NAACP. There he was one of the first teachers in the country to teach African-American history to inner city students. He later served as editor of a local weekly newspaper, as Assistant to the Township Manager of Cherry Hill Township and as Associate Director of Communications at the New Jersey State Bar Association.

Cirucci's passions include all things Italian, politics, the popular culture, books and authors, art, communication, music, theatre, movies, dining and travel.

He and his wife Carole have two grown children and seven grandchildren.

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