Published by Raw StoryBy Brad Reed Brett Eagleson, the founder and president of the advocacy organization 9/11 Justice, tore into former President Donald Trump on Friday for hosting a golf tournament funded by the Saudi government at his Bedminster resort. In an interview with host John Berman, Eagleson pointed to new documentation showing members of the Saudi government had … [Read more...] about ‘He’s basically dead to them’: 9/11 family member says Trump is ‘hemorrhaging support’ due to Saudi golf tournament
A new third party for US politics – 3 essential reads on what that means
Andrew Yang, losing candidate for president and New York City mayor, is one of the founders of the Forward Party. Rob Kim/Getty Images Naomi Schalit, The Conversation In June 2022, Gallup asked participants in a U.S. survey about their party membership. “In politics,” pollsters asked, “as of today, do you consider yourself a Republican, a Democrat or … [Read more...] about A new third party for US politics – 3 essential reads on what that means
Why the big fuss over Nancy Pelosi’s possible visit to Taiwan?
Will she visit Taiwan or not? Either way, China has made its views known. Bill O'Leary/The Washington Post via Getty Images Meredith Oyen, University of Maryland, Baltimore County U.S. House Speaker Nancy Pelosi hasn’t confirmed when – or even if – she is to visit Taiwan. Yet such is the sensitivity over the island’s status that reports of her … [Read more...] about Why the big fuss over Nancy Pelosi’s possible visit to Taiwan?
UNPLANNED PARENTHOOD
TIME FOR REPUBLICANS TO BREAK FROM TRUMP
by Carl Golden In the nearly 21 months since the last presidential election, millions of Americans have given the benefit of the doubt to former president Donald Trump as he unleashed a torrent of accusations that his defeat resulted from massive voter fraud, and in an honest process he’d have won a second term. The time has arrived – overdue, perhaps – to no longer … [Read more...] about TIME FOR REPUBLICANS TO BREAK FROM TRUMP
BIDEN DEFINING RECESSION
US Economy Shrinks Again, Down 0.9% in Q2, Igniting New Recession Debate
Published by The StreetBy Martin Baccardax The U.S. economy contracted by a much-worse-than-expected 0.9% over the three months ending in June, marking the second consecutive quarterly decline. The U.S. economy shrank far more sharply-than-forecast over the three months ending in June, blunted by the highest inflation in four decades, recording its second consecutive quarterly … [Read more...] about US Economy Shrinks Again, Down 0.9% in Q2, Igniting New Recession Debate
DOJ directly probing Trump’s actions in plot to overturn 2020 election in criminal investigation: report
Published by Raw StoryBy Matthew Chapman On Tuesday, The Washington Post reported that the Justice Department is now focusing in on the actions of former President Donald Trump in the plot to throw out the results of the 2020 presidential election. "Prosecutors who are questioning witnesses before a grand jury — including two top aides to Vice President Mike Pence — have asked … [Read more...] about DOJ directly probing Trump’s actions in plot to overturn 2020 election in criminal investigation: report
The Loser
The term “loser” has haunted Donald Trump since his childhood, but even moreso as an adult. To “The Donald,” the worst epithet in the world is loser. He has some deep psychological fear of people thinking of him as a loser. This need to avoid being labeled, or thought of as a loser has motivated a number of his actions, some of which have been illegal or ethically questionable. … [Read more...] about The Loser
If You Were a Rich Man, Tonight – Updated
UPDATE: To the lucky Illinois winner(s) of the $1.28 billion Mega Millions jackpot: Congratulations! You certainly beat the odds. Keep cool. Celebrate, but in a very inconspicuous way, as so many advisers will tell you. Perhaps splurge on a good $19 bottle of wine to accompany your favorite hamburger. I am sure the winner(s) already has/have hordes of … [Read more...] about If You Were a Rich Man, Tonight – Updated
Biden says Trump is anti-police, lacked courage to stop Jan. 6 attack
Published by ReutersBy Trevor Hunnicutt WASHINGTON (Reuters) - U.S. President Joe Biden ripped several of his possible Republican 2024 election opponents on Monday, including saying that his predecessor Donald Trump lacked the "courage" to stop the Jan. 6, 2021, attack on the Capitol. "The police were heroes that day: Donald Trump lacked the courage to act," Biden said in taped … [Read more...] about Biden says Trump is anti-police, lacked courage to stop Jan. 6 attack
A Vague Review of the Musical Come From Away at Seattle’s 5th Avenue Theatre
The Irene Sankoff and David Hein musical Come From Away landed at Seattle’s 5th Avenue Theatre at just the right time. If you want to enjoy a night of energetic, uplifting, innovative musical theater, then pick up your tickets before Come From Away departs for another city. I enjoy writing reviews for musicals, especially when I get to delve into the subtle strengths and … [Read more...] about A Vague Review of the Musical Come From Away at Seattle’s 5th Avenue Theatre
JOE IS PRESIDENT. JOE IS NOT PRESIDENT
by Don Hermann Confused? One Joe is President. Biden. Elected. Legitimately. The other Joe is trying to play President. Manchin. He’s been reasonably successful. The more dirt he rubs in people’s faces, the more they bow down to him. It seems as if he’s taken a page from the Trump playbook. Be outrageous. Offend people. And they’ll come running to your door to kiss your … [Read more...] about JOE IS PRESIDENT. JOE IS NOT PRESIDENT
THE DOGS OF SMU
"Charlie" For nearly two decades, Scott Schuman has been photographing ordinary people on the street, from New York to London, to Moscow and beyond. People whose clothes and style he finds interesting and attractive. People who have "that certain something.” The “Street-Style Photographer,” or the “Street Photographer” posts the photos on his now-famous blog, The … [Read more...] about THE DOGS OF SMU
The Fascinating Science Behind the Way Breweries Work
There's something for everyone if their plan for the evening is to crack open a cold one, from iconic brands like Budweiser and Heineken to small-batch craft brews. Picking up a six-pack from the local grocery store is easy, but what goes into creating this tasty fermented beverage? How do breweries work? The science behind brewing beer is fascinating. Here’s the way … [Read more...] about The Fascinating Science Behind the Way Breweries Work
A Running Coach Analyzes Josh Hawley’s Infamous Sprint – UPDATED
UPDATE: Fox News host Mark Levin is upset that the January 6 committee put on full display the cowardice of Senator Josh Hawley by showing him sprinting through the halls of Congress to evade the mob he himself – moments before – had incited. According to Newsweek, Levin is accusing the committee of “violating Article 1 of the Constitution by ridiculing Republican … [Read more...] about A Running Coach Analyzes Josh Hawley’s Infamous Sprint – UPDATED
A rare win for Guterres: a beacon on the Black Sea to feed the hungry
The beleaguered United Nations Chief, Antonio Guterres, celebrated a rare win today to deliver food for more than 400 million people in poor countries. He called the agreement signed between Türkiye, Ukraine and Russia to export grain a beacon of hope on the Black Sea. Getting to a “yes” by Russia and Ukraine was a heroic task in the middle of an atrocious war of attrition. … [Read more...] about A rare win for Guterres: a beacon on the Black Sea to feed the hungry
RUN, JOSH, RUN
There’s no shame in running for your life from an angry racist mob. If you’re in the path of a mob of white nationalists with nooses easily led by the the b.s. of you-know-who, you better run. The day after the attack on the Capitol by Trump’s goons trying to overturn an election he lost, we saw video footage of Senator Mitt Romney running. We saw footage of Mike Pence … [Read more...] about RUN, JOSH, RUN
Trump watched Jan. 6 U.S. Capitol riot unfold on TV, ignored pleas to call for peace
Published by ReutersBy Patricia Zengerle and Richard Cowan WASHINGTON (Reuters) -Donald Trump sat for hours watching the Jan. 6 attack on the U.S. Capitol unfold on live TV, ignoring pleas by his children and other close advisers to urge his supporters to stop the violence, witnesses told a congressional hearing on Thursday. The House of Representatives Select Committee used … [Read more...] about Trump watched Jan. 6 U.S. Capitol riot unfold on TV, ignored pleas to call for peace
Biden tests positive for COVID, has mild symptoms, taking Paxlovid treatment
Published by ReutersBy Trevor Hunnicutt, Steve Holland and Jeff Mason WASHINGTON (Reuters) -Joe Biden, the oldest person ever to serve as president of the United States, has tested positive for COVID-19, is experiencing mild symptoms and will continue working but in isolation, the White House said on Thursday. Biden, 79, has a runny nose, fatigue and an occasional dry cough, … [Read more...] about Biden tests positive for COVID, has mild symptoms, taking Paxlovid treatment