Published by NJ.comBy Jennifer Moses Over the past several days, newspapers from coast to coast have run articles on the subject of vaccinated Americans who are losing their patience for the unvaccinated. Here in New Jersey, 5.3 million adults, adding up to nearly 59% of the population, are fully vaccinated. But that still leaves a whopping 40% who are either only partially … [Read more...] about Tucker Carlson has blood on his hands | Opinion
What is a cult?
Many religious groups often get labeled as cults. David Howells/Corbis via Getty Images Mathew Schmalz, College of the Holy Cross The word “cult” is used a lot nowadays. Former President Donald Trump has been likened to a cult leader. Democratic California congresswoman Jackie Speier recently compared Trump to Jim Jones, the infamous leader of … [Read more...] about What is a cult?
Congressional Gold Medal Awarded to Those Who Protected the Capitol on January 6 (UPDATED)
UPDATE: President Biden signs H.R. 3325 – an Act to award four congressional gold medals to the United States Capitol Police and those who protected the U.S. Capitol on January 6, 2021 (below). Some of the President’s words: It breaks my heart. It breaks the heart of the nation to remember that you were assaulted by thousands of violent insurrectionists at the … [Read more...] about Congressional Gold Medal Awarded to Those Who Protected the Capitol on January 6 (UPDATED)
Can Andrew Cuomo politically survive?
A bit of advice: if you're a woman and work for Andrew Cuomo and he asks "What do you want for Christmas?" don't say "A Christmas goose." The firestorm continues to rage over the New York Attorney General's report detailing and documenting sexual harrassment allegations against New York Governor Andrew Cuomo, a political figure who at the height of the Corona-virus pandemic … [Read more...] about Can Andrew Cuomo politically survive?
German government funds research into anti-Semitism and extremism
Published by DPAThe German government is to put 35 million euros (42 million dollars) into research into anti-Semitism and right-wing extremism, Research Minister Anja Karliczek said in Berlin on Wednesday. "Jewish life – unfortunately one has to say this – is threatened in Germany to an extent not seen for a long time," she said. "We need in-depth knowledge to combat racism … [Read more...] about German government funds research into anti-Semitism and extremism
UT OH, CUOMO: PRESIDENT JOE BIDEN CALLS FOR HIS RESIGNATION (includes roundup)
As many analysts predict that New York Governor Andrew Cuomo's days in office are numbered, and his political career over, the beleaguered Cuomo got some more bad news: President Joe Biden called on him to resign.The reason: a New York Attorney General's report that found Cuomo had harrassed 11 women. The Washington Post: Hours after the release of a 165-page report that … [Read more...] about UT OH, CUOMO: PRESIDENT JOE BIDEN CALLS FOR HIS RESIGNATION (includes roundup)
‘He is wholly unfit to serve’: Calls for Cuomo’s removal amass after harassment findings
Published by New York Daily NewsNEW YORK — Demands for Gov. Andrew Cuomo to resign or be promptly removed from office poured in Tuesday after New York Attorney General Letitia James announced that her investigators have corroborated allegations that the governor sexually harassed several women. New York Mayor Bill de Blasio reiterated calls for Cuomo to step down just after … [Read more...] about ‘He is wholly unfit to serve’: Calls for Cuomo’s removal amass after harassment findings
Investigators say New York Governor Cuomo sexually harassed 11 women
Published by ReutersBy Jonathan Allen and Nathan Layne NEW YORK (Reuters) -An investigation into accusations of sexual harassment by New York Governor Andrew Cuomo found that he groped, kissed or made suggestive comments to 11 women and created a "toxic" workplace in violation of the law, the state's attorney general said on Tuesday, with the White House calling the allegations … [Read more...] about Investigators say New York Governor Cuomo sexually harassed 11 women
Social media firms ‘failing to act on anti-semitism’
Published by DPASocial media companies have been accused of failing to act on user reports of anti-Semitism after new research found that no action was taken over more than 80 per cent of posts containing such abuse. The Centre for Countering Digital Hate (CCDH) collected and reported 714 posts containing anti-Jewish hate, which it had said had been viewed more than 7.3 million … [Read more...] about Social media firms ‘failing to act on anti-semitism’
We Are at War (and We Don’t Even Know It)
Russia and China have declared war on the United States. There have been no formal declarations of war, and there have been no military attacks on the United States, so most Americans do not know that we are at war. But the intelligence specialists who track Russian and Chinese behavior know that these two countries have been at war with us for at least the last two decades. … [Read more...] about We Are at War (and We Don’t Even Know It)
Seth MacFarlane Rips Fox, Wants “Family Guy” at “Any Other Network”
Published by InsideHookBy Bonnie Stiernberg Fox has been the home of Family Guy for 19 seasons now, but if creator Seth MacFarlane has his way, that could change soon. MacFarlane took to Twitter on Sunday to voice his displeasure with host Tucker Carlson and speak out about the way politics has soured his relationship with the network. “Tucker Carlson’s latest opinion piece … [Read more...] about Seth MacFarlane Rips Fox, Wants “Family Guy” at “Any Other Network”
ORDERS FROM THE TOP (Cartoon and Column)
A couple days ago, a right-wing oafish cartooning colleague of mine tweeted that comparisons between Donald Trump sending his white nationalist terrorists to attack the Capitol in order to overturn a democratically-held election to install him as a fascist dictator and Charles Manson sending his followers to murder nine people, was wrong. The people who don’t accept the … [Read more...] about ORDERS FROM THE TOP (Cartoon and Column)
The Refugee Olympic Team: Bringing Inspiration and Hope to Millions
There are 206 countries represented in the 2020 (2021) Olympic Games in Tokyo with more than 11,000 athletes competing in 41 different sports. China, with nearly one-and-a-half billion people, is the largest nation (by population) competing in the Olympics, and Nauru, with an estimated population of 11,500, the smallest . Not included in the count of nation states … [Read more...] about The Refugee Olympic Team: Bringing Inspiration and Hope to Millions
Some U.S. states turn to vaccine mandates for key workers as COVID cases rise
Published by Reuters(Reuters) -New York's governor on Monday urged businesses to turn away unvaccinated customers while Florida grappled with an influx of hospitalized COVID-19 patients, both sparked by the surging Delta variant that could lead to new restrictions on daily life. Transport workers in New York and hospital, nursing home and jail employees in New Jersey will face … [Read more...] about Some U.S. states turn to vaccine mandates for key workers as COVID cases rise
U.S. will not lock down despite surge driven by Delta variant, Fauci says
Published by ReutersBy Sarah N. Lynch WASHINGTON (Reuters) -The United States will not lock down again to curb COVID-19 but "things are going to get worse" as the Delta variant fuels a surge in cases, mostly among the unvaccinated, top U.S. infectious disease expert Dr. Anthony Fauci said on Sunday. A sufficient percentage of Americans have now been vaccinated to avoid … [Read more...] about U.S. will not lock down despite surge driven by Delta variant, Fauci says
Sure, blame a dog for your troubles.
Who needs a scapegoat to blame troubles on when you can have a scapedog instead. Relax, Scooby-Doo, I'm not talking about you. I am referring to Sirius, the hunting dog that belonged to Orion, the great hunter in ancient Greek mythology. Sirius is the reason that the days of July 3rd to August 11th are known as the Dog Days of Summer. Sure, Orion was a celebrity … [Read more...] about Sure, blame a dog for your troubles.
Operation Allies Refuge Reaches U.S. Soil
The first chartered flight carrying 221 Afghans (including family members and “scores of children and babies in arms” ) who served as interpreters and in other roles in support of the U.S. military in America’s Longest War, landed early Friday morning at Dulles International Airport after a more than 30-hour journey out of Kabul, Afghanistan. From Dulles they were driven … [Read more...] about Operation Allies Refuge Reaches U.S. Soil
Trump and McCarthy (Mike Peters Guest Cartoon)
Mike Peters is recognized as one of our nation’s most prominent cartoon artists for his outstanding work as both a political and comic strip cartoonist. His favorite expression “WHAT A HOOT” certainly sums up his outlook on his life and work which are inexorably entwined. Mike’s warm, easygoing and zany demeanor is evidence that his personality matches his creative talents. As … [Read more...] about Trump and McCarthy (Mike Peters Guest Cartoon)
Report: Notes Show Trump Asked Justice Dept. to Declare Election Results Corrupt
Trump reportedly wanted the Justice Department to declare the 2020 election results corrupt and added: "Leave the rest to me." With each passing day reports come out showing how the United States dodged a bullet when it came to Donald Trump, who will go down as one of the most authoritarian, dangerous and corrupt presidents in American history.The latest from the New York … [Read more...] about Report: Notes Show Trump Asked Justice Dept. to Declare Election Results Corrupt
COVID Tic-Tac-Toe
This is a great image by Daryl Cagle, Cagle Cartoons, deserving its own space. Daryl's narrative: ...notice that for vaccine to win will take two moves, but COVID could win in one move … and there is still the possibility of a tie. The potent new Delta Variant has created a tragedy in Red States where it combined with anti-vaxxers, COVID deniers, conspiracy … [Read more...] about COVID Tic-Tac-Toe