Do you know what Jesus didn’t’ do? Jesus did not do photo-ops. A lot of politicians do shameless self-promoting photo-ops and grandstanding with religion, churches, and the Bible. But at least those politicians go to church and have at least read parts of the Bible. Hell, even I’ve read a lot of the Bible (I can’t claim I’ve read the entire thing). But Donald Trump, read the … [Read more...] about TRUMP IS A GAS GAS GAS
The president of the United States declared war on America on Monday night
The moment we’ve been dreading since that escalator ride down Trump Tower five years ago this month — that’s been slowly building brick by brick as Donald Trump tore down the rule of law, abused the presidency to enrich himself and grabbed the bully pulpit of the White House to divide America with racism, sexism and xenophobia — finally came at 6:45 p.m. as the sun sank over … [Read more...] about The president of the United States declared war on America on Monday night
What Do We Do Now?
by Barry Berman Writing this blog helps me sort through what’s going on and how it affects me. It is therapeutic. The dialogue with readers has sparked a provocative conversation that, I hope, benefits us all. It does for me. A week ago, you couldn’t imagine anything more cataclysmic than COVID and all its ripples. Now, it barely gets a token mention on CNN. As I write … [Read more...] about What Do We Do Now?
Biden accuses Trump of trafficking in ‘resentment and fear’
Philadelphia (AFP) - Presumptive Democratic presidential nominee Joe Biden accused President Donald Trump on Tuesday of turning the United States into a "battlefield riven by old resentments and fresh fears" and pledged to try to heal racial divisions if elected to the White House in November."The moment has come for our nation to deal with systemic racism," Biden said in … [Read more...] about Biden accuses Trump of trafficking in ‘resentment and fear’
Trump threatens to deploy military against protesters in U.S. cities
Washington — Amid racial unrest across the nation, President Donald Trump on Monday declared himself “the president of law and order” and threatened to deploy the United States military to American cities to quell a rise of violent protests.As Trump spoke, an incredible TV split screen developed around the White House. While he addressed the nation in the White House's idyllic … [Read more...] about Trump threatens to deploy military against protesters in U.S. cities
Just Asking for a Friend: ‘Why Do Liberals Think Trump Supporters Are Stupid?’
I do not think Trump supporters are "stupid." They have a variety of reasons for steadfastly and unquestionably supporting him notwithstanding his numerous moral and character flaws and despite his many policy failures. Some may support him because we have had a booming economy and a record-breaking stock market. Some, because he has allegedly “made America great again” … [Read more...] about Just Asking for a Friend: ‘Why Do Liberals Think Trump Supporters Are Stupid?’
Trump tells “weak” governors to “dominate” protesters
After a weekend when more demonstrations and looting spread in aftermath of the death of Floyd George, CBS News reports that in a teleconference with governors Donald Trump called governors "weak," said they need to "dominate" protesters. UPDATE: The Daily Beast has audio of Trump's remarks to the governors. GO HERE. According to CBS's reporting based on an audio … [Read more...] about Trump tells “weak” governors to “dominate” protesters
The Consequences of Uninformed Voters
Our nation currently is immersed in two major tragedies: the Covid virus pandemic and the brutal murder of an African-American man, George Floyd, by a Minneapolis police team. The first tragedy has been made infinitely worse by the anemic response by the White House, with inadequate testing and the required quarantines resulting in numerous unnecessary deaths. The … [Read more...] about The Consequences of Uninformed Voters
Cartoon: I can’t breathe
Police officers accused of brutal violence often have a history of complaints by citizens
Police work to keep demonstrators back during a protest in Lafayette Square Park on May 30, 2020 in Washington, D.C. Tasos Katopodis/Getty Images Jill McCorkel, Villanova University As protests against police violence and racism continue in cities throughout the U.S., the public is learning that several of the officers involved in the killing of … [Read more...] about Police officers accused of brutal violence often have a history of complaints by citizens
Chaos in American Cities: Twitter shows portrait of a country in turmoil
Amid reports that President Donald Trump was literally rushed into a White House bunker -- look for a lot of new "Downfall" parodies on YouTube -- American cities were reeling from protests over the videoed death of Floyd George at the hands of Minneapolis policemen. Newsapers covered it extensively, cable news channels ran long live-from-the-scene reports and brought in … [Read more...] about Chaos in American Cities: Twitter shows portrait of a country in turmoil
I Can’t Breathe!
by Mike Fuqua By now you've seen the horrific photos and videos of the takedown and murder of George Floyd by Minneapolis Policemen. By any measure or analysis, there really isn't any doubt that the police used excessive force that resulted in the death of Mr. Floyd. I know, I know...let the investigation run it's course. They deserve due process. I wasn't there and … [Read more...] about I Can’t Breathe!
Journalists covering US protests find themselves under attack
New York (AFP) - Journalists covering nationwide protests over the death of a black man at police hands in Minneapolis have found themselves under attack, by police and at times by protesters.The arrest and handcuffing Friday of a black CNN journalist by police in Minneapolis -- even as he was reporting live on camera following the death of George Floyd -- may have drawn the … [Read more...] about Journalists covering US protests find themselves under attack
A PAGEANT OF DEVILS
“Every robber or oppressor in history has wrapped himself in a cloak of patriotism or religion, or both.” - Eugene V. Debs, 1917 The Trump Administration has shaken the very pillars of our collective identity as Americans. America: “the envy of the world”. As Abraham Lincoln said 1862 in his closing remarks to Congress: “We shall nobly save, or meanly lose, the … [Read more...] about A PAGEANT OF DEVILS
IF ONLY WE WOULD TAME OUR TONGUES
by Rich Manieri I stopped long ago reading comments under news articles and opinion pieces. Not because I don’t believe readers should have the opportunity to comment, but mostly because nothing about what is posted is helpful or constructive. In fact, much of it is nasty and vile. For the same reason, I’m not on Twitter anymore. Not because I don’t recognize social … [Read more...] about IF ONLY WE WOULD TAME OUR TONGUES
Riot or resistance? How media frames unrest in Minneapolis will shape public’s view of protest
Protesters outside of a burning Minneapolis police precinct. AP Photo/John Minchillo Danielle K. Kilgo, Indiana University A teenager held her phone steady enough to capture the final moments of George Perry Floyd’s life as he apparently suffocated under the weight of a Minneapolis police officer’s knee on his neck. The video went viral. What … [Read more...] about Riot or resistance? How media frames unrest in Minneapolis will shape public’s view of protest
FUEL TO FIRE (Cartoon)
Curfews and clashes as US race protests spread
Minneapolis (AFP) - Clashes broke out and major cities imposed curfews as America began another night of unrest Saturday with angry demonstrators ignoring warnings from President Donald Trump that his government would stop violent protests over police brutality "cold."Los Angeles, Atlanta and Philadelphia were among several cities to order people to stay indoors after thousands … [Read more...] about Curfews and clashes as US race protests spread
ENABLERS STANDING SILENTLY BY (Cartoons)
SAFE TO GO OUT? (Cartoon and Column)
I have white privilege. I grew up poor and I don’t feel like anyone ever gave me anything, but I still have white privilege. If you’re white, you have that same privilege. You had the privilege of not being afraid by stepping outside. If you want to help fight racism, the first thing you need to recognize is your privilege. It’s not enough for white people to not be racist. … [Read more...] about SAFE TO GO OUT? (Cartoon and Column)