The first 100 days of the Biden presidency are long gone. Vaccine distribution is well underway, despite the rise of the Delta variant. President Biden must now analyze his agenda for the next phase of the pandemic, and the remainder of his presidency. The first 100 days agenda is just a gimmick. What really matters are the first 365 days, but even that window is now more than … [Read more...] about The Need For Biden-Nomics
TRUMP’S RECOUNT DISASTER (CARTOON, COLUMN AND VIDEO)
Every time dumbass Donald Trump tries to steal the election, all he does is add more evidence and validation that he lost and Joe Biden won. Donald Trump lost over 60 court cases trying to overturn the election. He lost each time he bullied state officials to overturn the election. He lost actual recounts and audits in multiple states. He lost when he tried to overturn the … [Read more...] about TRUMP’S RECOUNT DISASTER (CARTOON, COLUMN AND VIDEO)
Haitian migrants at the border: An asylum law scholar explains how US skirts its legal and moral duties
U.S. envoy resigned over “inhumane” treatment of Haitian migrants. AP Photo/Felix Marquez Karen Musalo, University of California, Hastings The U.S.’s top envoy to Haiti resigned abruptly on Sept. 22, 2021, over the Biden administration’s “inhumane” treatment of Haitian migrants crossing the border via Mexico into Texas. The resignation came amid … [Read more...] about Haitian migrants at the border: An asylum law scholar explains how US skirts its legal and moral duties
RUSSIAN ELECTION AND PUTIN (CARTOON)
Pelosi confident $1 trillion U.S. infrastructure bill will pass this week
Published by ReutersBy Humeyra Pamuk WASHINGTON (Reuters) -U.S. House of Representatives Speaker Nancy Pelosi expressed confidence on Sunday that the $1 trillion infrastructure bill will pass this week but said she may not bring it to the floor on Monday as she previously pledged. In an interview with This Week's George Stephanopoulos on ABC, Pelosi also said that the final … [Read more...] about Pelosi confident $1 trillion U.S. infrastructure bill will pass this week
STAB BACK BETTER (Cartoon and Column)
President Joe Biden’s agenda is ambitious. In fact, his Build Back Better Act is historic. It doesn’t just take the country into a more liberal direction. He’s trying to take the nation into a progressive one. And I don’t mean progressive as in liberal, I mean progressive as in progress. He’s trying to move the nation forward. Actually, improving this nation and looking toward … [Read more...] about STAB BACK BETTER (Cartoon and Column)
VACCINES: WORD FROM ON HIGH (Cartoon)
Biden wins again: Trump lost in Arizona, says draft of contentious election audit
Published by ReutersBy Nathan Layne (Reuters) -A partisan review of the 2020 presidential election commissioned by Arizona Republicans has confirmed President Joe Biden's victory over Donald Trump in the state's most populous county, according to a draft report of the review's findings. Maricopa County announced what it said were the main findings on its Twitter feed late on … [Read more...] about Biden wins again: Trump lost in Arizona, says draft of contentious election audit
Gabby Petito’s disappearance captivated the world. Why?
Published by AFPWashington (AFP) - An avalanche of online coverage and high-profile television broadcasts: The death of young adventurer Gabby Petito sparked immense US and worldwide interest -- and triggered debate over the disproportionate attention accorded missing white women. The recent discovery of the 22-year-old travel blogger's body in Wyoming, and Tuesday's ruling of … [Read more...] about Gabby Petito’s disappearance captivated the world. Why?
Who Sent the Men on Horseback with Whips to Hunt Down Black Haitians Like Cattle? (UPDATED)
Embed from Getty Images Whomever ordered this atrocity, is responsible. The men on horseback, in several photos I saw are also jerking the heads of the horses so hard, the metal bits are cruelly cutting into the horse's mouths. No care for human beings let alone horses. And who ordered whips as weaponry anyway? What kind of 'me towering over you and going to lay open your … [Read more...] about Who Sent the Men on Horseback with Whips to Hunt Down Black Haitians Like Cattle? (UPDATED)
Schumer, Pelosi announce revenue deal for Biden’s social agenda
Published by ReutersWASHINGTON (Reuters) -The two top Democrats in the U.S. Congress announced a revenue deal on Thursday that they said would pay for President Joe Biden's social spending agenda, marking a major step forward in their effort to enact sweeping legislation. "The White House, the House and the Senate have reached agreement on a framework that will pay for any … [Read more...] about Schumer, Pelosi announce revenue deal for Biden’s social agenda
Changing your mind about something as important as vaccination isn’t a sign of weakness – being open to new information is the smart way to make choices
Sticking to your beliefs in a rapidly changing world isn’t necessarily the best choice. Andrew Lichtenstein/Corbis via Getty Images Art Markman, The University of Texas at Austin College of Liberal Arts Culturally, this is an era in which people are held in high esteem when they stick with their beliefs and negatively labeled as “flip-floppers” or … [Read more...] about Changing your mind about something as important as vaccination isn’t a sign of weakness – being open to new information is the smart way to make choices
How Can Manufacturers Secure Military Contracts?
Military contracts are the cream of the crop when it comes to landing lucrative manufacturing deals. However, while the Department of Defense (DoD) awards billions of dollars to various operations each year, it’s not a walk in the park. Small businesses and private contractors can participate and win those contracts, but it takes a lot to get there. Getting ready for a … [Read more...] about How Can Manufacturers Secure Military Contracts?
ChartJunk of the day, from the NYTimes
I saw the headline in Memeorandum, but skipped the click because I anticipated fearmongering. Never in my wildest dreams could I have anticipated that bar chart on the right. It came my way via Twitter. How bad is this? Let’s count the ways. 1. Data not normalized 2. Not the appropriate visualization 3. No differentiation between data and projections 4. Not the whole … [Read more...] about ChartJunk of the day, from the NYTimes
Stop, Look and Don’t Touch
Are you tired of people trying to shake your hand or hug you and having to say "Seriously, stay the heck back. Social Distance!"? Great news, germaphobes, you don't have to say it, these new pins, shirts and Social Bands will say it for you. A new way to get people to respect your personal space is on the market. This new safeguard is called “ Social Bands.” These “social … [Read more...] about Stop, Look and Don’t Touch
Nurses are leaving the profession, and replacing them won’t be easy
Many nurses are physically and emotionally exhausted from the toll of COVID-19. lightspeedshutter/iStock via Getty Images Plus Rayna M Letourneau, University of South Florida The fourth wave of COVID-19 is exacerbating the ongoing crisis for the nursing workforce and has led to burnout for many nurses. As a result, many are quitting their jobs in … [Read more...] about Nurses are leaving the profession, and replacing them won’t be easy
Tweet of the Day: Longtime GOP strategist Schmidt on Republicans’ nixing debt limit ceiling increase
Our Tweet of the Day is a series of Tweets by longtime political strategist Steve Schmidt who worked on Republican political campaigns, including those of President George W. Bush, California Governor Arnold Schwarzenegger, and Arizona Senator John McCain. The cynicism of this moment is profound. Do not underestimate the ability of Trump, @LeaderMcConnell @GOPLeader to … [Read more...] about Tweet of the Day: Longtime GOP strategist Schmidt on Republicans’ nixing debt limit ceiling increase
Poll: Biden approval rating at 43% new low as he loses independent voters
President Joe Biden's approval rating has hit a new low of 43% and a majority disapprove of his performance, according to a new Gallup poll: Eight months after President Joe Biden's inauguration, his job approval rating has fallen six percentage points to 43%, the lowest of his presidency. For the first time, a majority, 53%, now disapproves of Biden's … [Read more...] about Poll: Biden approval rating at 43% new low as he loses independent voters
Why America has a debt ceiling: 5 questions answered
The sky’s not always the limit. AP Photo/Susan Walsh Steven Pressman, Monmouth University Republicans and Democrats are again waging a battle of wills over the U.S. debt ceiling, which is a statutory limit on how much the government can borrow to pay its bills. Senate Minority Leader Mitch McConnell says no member of his party will support a bill … [Read more...] about Why America has a debt ceiling: 5 questions answered
