By Jay Johnson I don’t know if any of my readers are Tik Tok users. Demographics might indicate a low probability. As a geezer representative I downloaded the APP when it was getting trolled by the President. I figured if he was against it... it might be something that I liked. If you do not know what Tic Toc is, and don’t want to spend the time to find out, here is a … [Read more...] about The Toxic Tik Tok Primer. (For seniors)
Missing in action: The commander in chief
Missing in action, or to a lesser degree being unaccounted for, are profoundly disturbing situations in which military leaders are unable to account for their most precious asset and responsibility — their fighting men and women. The former is the most dreaded because you assume the worst — capture, death or incapacitation.Sadly, now the term “missing in action” seems to fit … [Read more...] about Missing in action: The commander in chief
Waking Up ::: Malignant Narcissism: How Bluebeard and Hitler [and Donald] Came To Power
Dear Reader, the following work was written in June of 2016 and published four months before the 2016 election, in a book called 'Trump in a Time of Narcissism' from Chiron Press, an anthology by 17 psychoanalysts. For my part, I was intent on trying to awaken voters to the abject peril of a certain man running for the office of president, who appeared to be clearly, a near … [Read more...] about Waking Up ::: Malignant Narcissism: How Bluebeard and Hitler [and Donald] Came To Power
Widespread despair and suicides among refugees: UN voices alarm
Lack of solutions and lack of hope in the future is inducing widespread despair among refugees crowded into makeshift camps with few health services and little protection against the coronavirus pandemic. This is happening even as many rich countries close doors to refugees with the Trump administration taking the most drastic measures to prevent entry of new refugees to … [Read more...] about Widespread despair and suicides among refugees: UN voices alarm
Fauci says Trump campaign ad twists his words on virus
Washington (AFP) - Top government scientist Anthony Fauci said Sunday that an ad aired by Donald Trump's reelection campaign was edited to make him seem to endorse the president's handling of the coronavirus pandemic. "In my nearly five decades of public service, I have never publicly endorsed any political candidate," Fauci, the longtime director of the National Institute of … [Read more...] about Fauci says Trump campaign ad twists his words on virus
DOCUMENTARIES ARE OFTEN MISLEADING
by Peter Funt Ever since FCC chief Newton Minow famously branded it a “vast wasteland” six decades ago, television has tried to polish its image. One way was with probing documentaries, pioneered by journalists like Edward R. Murrow and Fred Friendly. Today, documentaries are more popular than ever, but as competition to produce them heats up, they’re becoming part of a new … [Read more...] about DOCUMENTARIES ARE OFTEN MISLEADING
More penises are appearing on TV and in film – but why are nearly all of them prosthetic?
‘Euphoria’ is one of many premium cable TV shows to feature an abundance of prosthetic penises. HBO Peter Lehman, Arizona State University If you’ve noticed an uptick of male frontal nudity in TV and in movies in recent years, you’re onto something. In 1993, I studied patterns of male nudity in my book “Running Scared: Masculinity and the … [Read more...] about More penises are appearing on TV and in film – but why are nearly all of them prosthetic?
Watch: Billy Crystal and Bill Kristol endorse Biden in Jewish Democratic Council of America ad(VIDEO)
Comedian and liberal Billy Cristal and conservative writer Bill Kristol did this pro Biden ad as part of the Jewish Democratic Council of America group: People are saying this ad is going to make sure Trump doesn't win The Villages by the margin he needs! ?? ? https://t.co/TdHAtxaybU pic.twitter.com/5xvFue5aaC— Bill Kristol (@BillKristol) October 10, 2020 … [Read more...] about Watch: Billy Crystal and Bill Kristol endorse Biden in Jewish Democratic Council of America ad(VIDEO)
Coronavirus decimates live entertainment at ALL levels: live arts are reeling
Embed from Getty Images The live arts are reeling -- at all levels. The culprit: the coronavirus. It has impacted Broadway shows and local theaters, rock concerts, resort stage shows, corporate event planners, corporate event producers, agents, talent managers, concert producers, comedians, fairs, festivals and many other performers who do live entertainment. I should … [Read more...] about Coronavirus decimates live entertainment at ALL levels: live arts are reeling
Michigan plot: US right-wing militias a growing threat
Washington (AFP) - The arrest of 13 men in a plot to kidnap the governor of Michigan and "instigate a civil war" placed a fresh spotlight on the growth of armed, right-wing extremist "militias" under the administration of President Donald Trump.The FBI says such groups constitute the greatest domestic terror threat to the country, but Trump has appeared to encourage some, … [Read more...] about Michigan plot: US right-wing militias a growing threat
Donald: He’s A Murderer, Murderer, And Ain’t He Proud. Reckless and Wanton Disregard for the Health and Safety of Others is a Federal Crime
A few days back I noted here that there is a federal law against knowingly endangering people's lives with disease, transmission or infection with viruses, bacteria, unsafe medicines, nefarious administration of substances, harsh practices or lack of gold standard information for protections' sake, neglect and abandonment of the vulnerable, that puts any person's or persons' … [Read more...] about Donald: He’s A Murderer, Murderer, And Ain’t He Proud. Reckless and Wanton Disregard for the Health and Safety of Others is a Federal Crime
A fatal blow to Hillary Clinton’s 2020 Presidential campaign? Pompeo may release more Clinton emails (Satire).
In a move that is likely to add another problem for former Secretary of State Hillary Clinton's Presidential campaign, Secretary of State Mike Pompeo says he is likely to release more of Clinton's emails received over a private server. He told Fox News' Dana Perino that “we've got the emails, we're getting them out..We'll get all of this information out so the American … [Read more...] about A fatal blow to Hillary Clinton’s 2020 Presidential campaign? Pompeo may release more Clinton emails (Satire).
MY EXCLUSIVE INTERVIEW WITH THE FLY THAT SAT ON MIKE PENCE’S HEAD
Q: Congratulations, Mr. Fly. You won the vice presidential debate Thursday night. You are America’s Insect. How do you feel today? A: Just like the president, I feel great. I felt it was my solemn duty to participate. Q: Why? What compelled you to go sit on the vice president’s head for so long? Have you always been interested in politics? A: Not until Thursday night. … [Read more...] about MY EXCLUSIVE INTERVIEW WITH THE FLY THAT SAT ON MIKE PENCE’S HEAD
In a battle of AI versus AI, researchers are preparing for the coming wave of deepfake propaganda
AI-powered detectors are the best tools for spotting AI-generated fake videos. The Washington Post via Getty Images John Sohrawardi, Rochester Institute of Technology and Matthew Wright, Rochester Institute of Technology An investigative journalist receives a video from an anonymous whistleblower. It shows a candidate for president admitting to … [Read more...] about In a battle of AI versus AI, researchers are preparing for the coming wave of deepfake propaganda
Watch: Seinfeld’s “Newman” takes on Trump (VIDEO)
Seinfeld's Newman takes on Donald Trump in this ad about the Postal Service. Yes, it is a political ad -- and classic Newman. … [Read more...] about Watch: Seinfeld’s “Newman” takes on Trump (VIDEO)
Trump blasts Gov. Whitmer over comments on kidnapping plot
DETROIT — President Donald Trump unleashed a string of scathing and at times inaccurate tweets late Thursday, attacking Michigan Gov. Gretchen Whitmer.The president took aim at the Democratic governor on the same day state and federal authorities revealed they had foiled a plot to kidnap and possibly kill Whitmer. Whitmer responded late Thursday, poking fun at the president’s … [Read more...] about Trump blasts Gov. Whitmer over comments on kidnapping plot
PENCE FLY (Cartoon, Column and Video)
If you heard a little tiny high pitched voice during last night’s debate saying, “Help me,” it wasn’t the fly. It was Republican senators going down with this administration. Thom Tillis, Lindsey Graham, Joni Ernst, and Martha McSally, who was never elected in the first place, are all buzzing around Mike Pence’s head saying, “Help me.” I paid close attention to the debate … [Read more...] about PENCE FLY (Cartoon, Column and Video)
13 charged in plot to kidnap US governor, start ‘civil war’
Washington (AFP) - Thirteen men, including members of two right-wing militias, have been arrested for plotting to kidnap the Democratic governor of the US state of Michigan and spark a "civil war," officials said Thursday.Michigan Governor Gretchen Whitmer thanked law enforcement for thwarting the kidnap plot and rebuked President Donald Trump for failing to condemn hate … [Read more...] about 13 charged in plot to kidnap US governor, start ‘civil war’
Macaulay Culkin wears Home Alone-themed mask in hilarious photo.
Macaulay Culkin wears Home Alone-themed mask in hilarious photo.Macaulay Culkin has purchased a ‘Home Alone’ themed mask to keep himself “Covid safe”.The 40-year-old actor starred as Kevin McCallister in the hugely popular film franchise, and has posted an amusing picture on social media which shows him wearing a face mask emblazoned with the famous image of Kevin screaming, … [Read more...] about Macaulay Culkin wears Home Alone-themed mask in hilarious photo.
Harris and Pence dodge tough questions in VP debate – experts react
Sen. Kamala Harris and Vice President Mike Pence face off in a debate on Oct. 7, 2020. AP Photo/Morry Gash, Pool Cynthia A. Young, Pennsylvania State University and Austin Sarat, Amherst College Vice presidential candidates Kamala Harris and Mike Pence sat far apart and separated by plexiglass for the only 2020 vice presidential debate, held in Utah … [Read more...] about Harris and Pence dodge tough questions in VP debate – experts react