It has often been said that during Donald Trump's first term as President chaos reigned supreme. Now less than two months after he defeated President Joe Biden, Trump-related chaos has returned to Washington -- and he hasn't been sworn in yet. Meanwhile, billionaire and major Trump donor Elon Musk has been high profile, tweeting more than 100 tweets a day on some days, by … [Read more...] about TRUMP CHAOS RETURNS TO WASHINGTON AS “PRESIDENT MUSK” TALK RAGES
An Australian’s Take on ‘President’ Musk
It has been said that it may be difficult for someone too close to a particular event or issue to objectively assess the situation. About a year ago, I wrote about a witty English writer, Nate White, who penned “the best description of Trump I’ve read." Answering the question, “Why do some British people not like Donald Trump?” White wrote a great “analysis.” He … [Read more...] about An Australian’s Take on ‘President’ Musk
VICE PRESIDENT TRUMP (CARTOON)
Existing bipartisan funding deal killed by “President Musk”: Is Musk running the show?
Is the man now increasingly called "President Elon Musk" now running the Trump administration show with Donald Trump either a)an echo b)unable to meeting alone national, foreign government and business bigwigs" in meetings without him? It certainly seems that way. Let's give a big hand (with the middle finger up) to Trump Chaos returning to Washington. And, with a little … [Read more...] about Existing bipartisan funding deal killed by “President Musk”: Is Musk running the show?
TRUMP’S MANDATE (CARTOON)
How liberals lost comedy – and helped Trump win
Donald Trump has long been fodder for late-night TV hosts ? but he got the last laugh during the 2024 election. Spencer Platt/Getty Images Nick Marx, Colorado State University and Matt Sienkiewicz, Boston College Throughout the 2024 election cycle, reproductive rights were an electoral vulnerability for Donald Trump. Though popular with the … [Read more...] about How liberals lost comedy – and helped Trump win
THANK YOU
THANK YOU In today’s times one tends to get so cynical about things. Politics is front and center and probably the main culprit. We could be either Republican or Democrat and generally speaking that’s who we associate with. Those who think as we do, politically. Can you imagine marrying a person of another party? Would you go into business with someone of another … [Read more...] about THANK YOU
What Impacts and Benefits Will Microgrids Bring in 2025
Microgrids enhance how energy is generated and distributed by creating localized systems capable of operating independently or alongside the main grid. These networks — powered by renewable sources like solar or wind and backed by advanced battery storage — offer unmatched resilience and efficiency. In 2025, microgrids are capturing attention as businesses and governments seek … [Read more...] about What Impacts and Benefits Will Microgrids Bring in 2025
IS ABC NEWS’ $15 MILLION TRUMP DEFAMATION SETTLEMENT A PREVIEW OF WHAT’S TO COME?
When Donald Trump sued ABC News over defamation it seemed like it would be one more Trump lawsuit that made a lot of noise and wouldn't go anywhere. And if you had to take bets, basing it on previous media behavior, you'd bet on it going to trial, and appeals. So there were shockwaves when - days before the slated deposition of Trump and ABC News anchor George Stephanopoulos … [Read more...] about IS ABC NEWS’ $15 MILLION TRUMP DEFAMATION SETTLEMENT A PREVIEW OF WHAT’S TO COME?
UnitedHealth Is Strategically Limiting Access to Critical Treatment for Kids With Autism
UnitedHealth Is Strategically Limiting Access to Critical Treatment for Kids With Autismby Annie WaldmanProPublica is a Pulitzer Prize-winning investigative newsroom. Sign up for The Big Story newsletter to receive stories like this one in your inbox.Series: America’s Mental Barrier:How Insurers Interfere With Mental Health Care More in this series Reporting HighlightsSecret … [Read more...] about UnitedHealth Is Strategically Limiting Access to Critical Treatment for Kids With Autism
ARE AMERICANS INDEED IN A BIG YELLOW TAXI?
Welcome to a new era in American democracy. For years many would say "It can't happen here" referring to an ultra-extremist takeover or Nazism. Then immediately after the election some said "It has happened here." Now the new mood among many is "It has happened here. So what?" But if a time comes when "it" has "happened here" for real -- with a massive change in … [Read more...] about ARE AMERICANS INDEED IN A BIG YELLOW TAXI?
Trump’s Contradictory Policies
Trump probably doesn’t realize it or understand it, but the goals of some of his policies conflict with each other. In fact, if some of his policies are put into effect, others will not be possible. Important parts of Trumps ideology include tariffs and deporting immigrants. Yet at the same time, he wants to cut inflation and spur economic growth. The first two policy goals are … [Read more...] about Trump’s Contradictory Policies
“Do not obey in advance.” FBI Director thumbs nose at Tim Snyder’s cardinal rule when dealing with authoritarians.
It's Lesson 1, found on the first page of Timothy Snyder's On Tyranny: "Don't obey in advance." However, today FBI Director Christopher Wray announced he would step down in January before president-elect Donald Trump assumes office. Trump appointed Wray to the 10-year position in 2017. Trump had announced his intention to fire Wray without cause, an unprecedented act. … [Read more...] about “Do not obey in advance.” FBI Director thumbs nose at Tim Snyder’s cardinal rule when dealing with authoritarians.
Judges rule against Albertsons-Kroger merger; Albertsons sues Kroger
After judges in Oregon and Washington ruled against a proposed merger between Goliath food chains Albertsons and Kroger on Tuesday, Albertsons has sued Kroger. Had the $25 billion planned merger passed muster, it would have been "the largest U.S. supermarket merger in history." The court decisions were a victory for Northwest consumers, who would have seen grocery store … [Read more...] about Judges rule against Albertsons-Kroger merger; Albertsons sues Kroger
Trump DOJ improperly subpoenaed phone records of reporters, lawmakers, staff
The Department of Justice (DOJ) Inspector General (IG) reported Tuesday that Donald Trump's DOJ secretly and improperly reviewed the phone records of eight reporters from three publications, two members of Congress and 43 Congressional staffers between 2017 and 2020. In a classic one-and-done, national news media reported yesterday that the Department of Justice under … [Read more...] about Trump DOJ improperly subpoenaed phone records of reporters, lawmakers, staff
UN negotiator warns of grave risks in Syria and calls for end to Israeli incursions
Many Syrians are celebrating their sudden freedom from tyrant Bashar al-Assad while Israeli troops are quickly occupying his military installations overlooking the Golan Heights, but the jubilation may be short-lived. Barely 48 hours since the dominant opposition force Hayat Tahrir al-Sham (HTS) captured Damascus, Geir Pedersen, UN Special Envoy for Syria, warned, “Syria is … [Read more...] about UN negotiator warns of grave risks in Syria and calls for end to Israeli incursions
TRUMP VISITS A CATHEDRAL (CARTOON)
Trump’s plans for tougher border enforcement won’t necessarily stop migrants from coming to US — but their journeys could become more costly and dangerous
A section of the US-Mexico border fence is seen from Ciudad Juarez, Mexico, on Oct. 21, 2024. Guillermo Arias/AFP via Getty Images Katrina Burgess, Tufts University The screen fills with images of migrants dodging highway traffic. “They keep coming,” says a narrator. “The federal government won’t stop them yet requires us to pay billions to … [Read more...] about Trump’s plans for tougher border enforcement won’t necessarily stop migrants from coming to US — but their journeys could become more costly and dangerous
Criminals in cribs: The crazy attempt to ban birthright citizenship
There have been some interesting discussions about birthright citizenship, intensified by Donald Trump’s election a few weeks ago. A number of people who are angry at the chaos at the border have jumped right over the normal processes and procedures which would guarantee illegal border crossings are limited, and hit right at one of the core principles of our nation, one … [Read more...] about Criminals in cribs: The crazy attempt to ban birthright citizenship
