Louisiana set to reclassify abortion pills as controlled, dangerous substances – here’s what that means
Misoprostol has a long history of safe and effective use. AP Photo/Allen G. Breed Jamie Rowen, UMass Amherst and Tami S. Rowen, University of California, San Francisco Louisiana’s Legislature approved a bill on May 23, 2024, that would reclassify two abortion pills, mifepristone and misoprostol, as “controlled, dangerous substances.” Both … [Read more...] about Louisiana set to reclassify abortion pills as controlled, dangerous substances – here’s what that means
Sam Alito Bets His Flag Flap Gets Flushed Down the Memory Hole
MAGA troll Sam Alito, having signaled his solidarity with Donald Trump’s insurrectionists by flying (or allowing to have flown) an upside-down American flag at his home, is disgracing the U.S. Supreme Court with his mere presence. That sentence barely scratches the surface. I need to elaborate. As the southern writer Flannery O’Connor said long ago, “You tell a story because … [Read more...] about Sam Alito Bets His Flag Flap Gets Flushed Down the Memory Hole
Israel ordered to immediately halt its offensive in Rafah, Gaza.
The International Court of Justice (ICJ), which is investigating whether Israel is committing genocide in Gaza, today ordered Israel to “immediately halt” its military offensive in the Rafah enclave in southern Gaza and withdraw from it. But Prime Minister Benyamin Netanyahu is defiant because he insists Rafah is the last stronghold of Hamas terrorists whose military … [Read more...] about Israel ordered to immediately halt its offensive in Rafah, Gaza.
Pets give companionship, cuddles and joy – and also unavoidable stresses
Pets can bring joy and companionship, as well as financial worries, loss and logistical challenges. Dann Tardif/Stone via Getty Images Emily Hemendinger, University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus Owning a pet can be a roller coaster. There are the highs, like when your dog greets you with a full-body wiggle when you return home, or when … [Read more...] about Pets give companionship, cuddles and joy – and also unavoidable stresses
Unified Reich (Cartoon, column and video)
How many times can one campaign “accidentally” make references to Nazis? Donald Trump talked about being a dictator. He referred to his enemies as “vermin,” which is how Nazis referred to Jews. He said immigrants are “poisoning the blood of our country,” which is more Hitler talk. During a private fundraiser, he accused President Biden of running a “Gestapo” administration, … [Read more...] about Unified Reich (Cartoon, column and video)
Only in Trump World…
President Biden Tried to Assassinate Himself President Biden was locked and ready to take himself out during a search for classified documents at his Wilmington, Delaware home. BIDEN AUTHORIZED THE FBI TO USE DEADLY (LETHAL) FORCE. NOW WE KNOW FOR SURE, THAT JOE BIDEN IS A SERIOUS THREAT TO HIMSELF. HE IS MENTALLY UNFIT TO HOLD OFFICE – 25TH AMENDMENT! Of course, the … [Read more...] about Only in Trump World…
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For the Women Who Accused the Trump Campaign of Harassment, It’s Been More Harassment
For the Women Who Accused the Trump Campaign of Harassment, It’s Been More Harassmentby Marilyn W. ThompsonProPublica is a Pulitzer Prize-winning investigative newsroom. Sign up for The Big Story newsletter to receive stories like this one in your inbox.Nearly eight years ago, convinced that she’d been treated unfairly, Jessica Denson sued Donald Trump’s campaign for workplace … [Read more...] about For the Women Who Accused the Trump Campaign of Harassment, It’s Been More Harassment
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UK election called for 4 July – what happens next?
Situation vacant? Nikonpete/Shutterstock Christopher Kirkland, York St John University On a rainy afternoon in London, an increasingly damp Rishi Sunak confirmed what many had been speculating for most of the day in a speech outside 10 Downing Street – that the UK is heading for an election earlier than anticipated. Here’s what to expect in … [Read more...] about UK election called for 4 July – what happens next?
Another controversial, political flag was found flying in another Alito home
Last week the New York Times' report that Supreme Court Justice Samuel Alito flew a pro-Trump pro-Stop The Steal upside down flag at one of his houses created a major political firestorm. Now the New York Times reports Alito had another provocative symbolic political flag at his home in New Jersey. And now there's another political firestorm. The New York Times … [Read more...] about Another controversial, political flag was found flying in another Alito home
Flag Of Our SCOTUS (Cartoon, Column and Video)
UPDATE: Another political, provocative flag was flown at another one of Samuel Alito's homes.>/em> President Biden’s approval rating is bad. Currently, it’s around 43 percent. If you’re a Trumper, don’t get giddy and hypocritical about this like you guys do about everything. Von Shitzenpants’ approval isn’t much better as it’s currently around 44 percent. At least Biden was … [Read more...] about Flag Of Our SCOTUS (Cartoon, Column and Video)
TikTok law threatening a ban if the app isn’t sold raises First Amendment concerns
TikTok users worry about losing their social media platform, but First Amendment rights are on the line, too. AP Photo/Ted Shaffrey Anupam Chander, Georgetown University and Gautam Hans, Cornell University TikTok, the short-video company with Chinese roots, did the most American thing possible on May 7, 2024: It sued the U.S. government, in … [Read more...] about TikTok law threatening a ban if the app isn’t sold raises First Amendment concerns
FOX News amplifies Trump’s lie that Biden told the FBI to kill him
On Tuesday, Donald Trump lied in a fundraising email when he accused President Joe Biden of being “locked & loaded ready to take me out” during the FBI search of Mar-a-Lago that took place on Aug. 8, 2022, when Trump was working in New York. He repeated the lie on "Truth Social": FOX News immediately amplified the lie: From The Washington Post: A former … [Read more...] about FOX News amplifies Trump’s lie that Biden told the FBI to kill him
Politics Scenes From a MAGA Meltdown: Inside the “America First” Movement’s War Over Democracy
Scenes From a MAGA Meltdown: Inside the “America First” Movement’s War Over Democracyby Andy KrollProPublica is a Pulitzer Prize-winning investigative newsroom. Sign up for The Big Story newsletter to receive stories like this one in your inbox.Standing in a cafe decorated with tiny American flags and antique cabinets as big as bodyguards, Peter Meijer paused as he considered … [Read more...] about Politics Scenes From a MAGA Meltdown: Inside the “America First” Movement’s War Over Democracy
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Where do I even start with this one? I don’t like to explain my cartoons and if a cartoon has to be explained, then it doesn’t work. I’ve been accused by critics/morons that I write these blogs to explain the cartoons, but that’s not the purpose of the blogs. But this cartoon will be an exception because maybe not everyone is familiar with the Roast of Tom Brady. It did make … [Read more...] about Bleach Blonde Bad-Built Butch Body
For many American Jews protesting for Palestinians, activism is a journey rooted in their Jewish values
Activists with Jewish Voice for Peace gather to protest the Israel-Hamas war in Gaza and chain themselves to the fence outside the White House on Dec. 11, 2023. AP Photo/Susan Walsh Atalia Omer, University of Notre Dame In April 2024, during Passover, a group of American rabbis approached a border crossing in Israel. Affiliated with Rabbis … [Read more...] about For many American Jews protesting for Palestinians, activism is a journey rooted in their Jewish values
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“Unified Reich”: Yet Another Nazi Motif Used in Trump Campaign UPDATED
Donald Trump and his campaign have long been accused of using some Nazi motifs and welcoming Neo-Nazis into its fold. Now there's yet another Nazi related Trump campaign controversy and it ignited a firestorm. The supposed misunderstanding and/or mistake of the day hit the news when it was noticed that a Trump campaign video mentioned a "Unified Reich" if Trump wins. The AP … [Read more...] about “Unified Reich”: Yet Another Nazi Motif Used in Trump Campaign UPDATED