House Majority Leader Nancy Pelosi announced today that she's asked House Democrats to start drafting articles of impeachment against President Donald Trump because he "leaves us no choice but to act." "Sadly, but with confidence and humility ... today I am asking our chairmen to proceed with articles of impeachment," Pelosi said. "The facts are uncontested," she … [Read more...] about Pelosi: House will start drafting impeachment charges since Trump “leaves us no choice but to act”
Trump’s Tendential Temper Tantrum
You have to read it to believe it: Trump calls Trudeau ‘two-faced’, cancels press conference and leaves Nato summit early after video of world leaders making fun of him Jon Sharman / The Independent Donald Trump has reacted furiously to footage of world leaders apparently making fun of him, calling Justin Trudeau “two-faced” then cancelling a press conference and cutting … [Read more...] about Trump’s Tendential Temper Tantrum
A ONE-WAY TRIP TO PALOOKAVILLE
The desire to stand for something can easily be eclipsed by the decision to stand for anything. This describes America’s Republican Party and the voters who support its policies. Today’s release of the House Impeachment Inquiry Report is a resounding repudiation of a criminal president whose actions before he took office and during his presidency represent the low-water mark of … [Read more...] about A ONE-WAY TRIP TO PALOOKAVILLE
Putin Puppets (Cartoon)
Captain Combover and the Coefficient of Fiction
Barr doesn't accept key inspector general finding about FBI's Russia investigation Washington Post — Attorney General William P. Barr has told associates he disagrees with the Justice Department's inspector general on one of the key findings in an upcoming report — that the FBI had enough information … Future president John Adams concluded his defense of the Boston … [Read more...] about Captain Combover and the Coefficient of Fiction
My “connection” to the Irishman
by Jay Johnson I have told this story many times over dinner conversation. My friends know it as my “Mafia Story”. I never thought I would write about it, but if Scorsese can make a movie about it... I figure I am safe to tell my tale because most of the principals of the story have died. It is not the whole saga. Strange things associated with this event in my life … [Read more...] about My “connection” to the Irishman
What’s the value of your dog’s life, and why it matters
Your lovable dog has a value of about $10,000, researchers suggest. Javier Brosch/Shutterstock.comr Simon F. Haeder, Pennsylvania State University; Deven Carlson, University of Oklahoma, and Joe Ripberger, University of Oklahoma Americans love their pets, spending more than US$70 billion last year on their beloved companions. This far exceeds the $7 … [Read more...] about What’s the value of your dog’s life, and why it matters
America Needs Literature to Explain the Donald Trump Phenomenon
By Peter C. Herman As she has done for the last three years, New York Times columnist Maureen Dowd gives over her space on Thanksgiving to her conservative brother, Kevin, who this year tells us why he supports Donald Trump. The reasons are what we’ve come to expect from someone pickled in the Fox News ethos. Liberals “sneer” at religious conservatives. He is thrilled … [Read more...] about America Needs Literature to Explain the Donald Trump Phenomenon
Hope House Austin: Still Serving, Still in Need
Tuesday, December 3, is “Giving Tuesday,” a day – a movement – to encourage people to do good, to generously give to the less fortunate among us especially as we approach the Christmas holiday season. Three years ago, I wrote about a wonderful organization, the Hope House of Austin, Texas: Who they are, what they do and what they need. “Who they are” and “what they do” … [Read more...] about Hope House Austin: Still Serving, Still in Need
Hurtling to the point of no-return on climate change: UN’s Guterres
“The point of no-return is no longer over the horizon. It is in sight and hurtling towards us… We are in a deep hole, and we are still digging. Soon it will be too deep to escape,“ said UN Secretary General Antonio Guterres ahead of a preparatory climate change conference in Madrid starting Monday. Sounding very loud alarm bells, he said the global community should ensure … [Read more...] about Hurtling to the point of no-return on climate change: UN’s Guterres
Ukraine or Russia? (Cartoon)
Syria military presence risks US credibility with world community
President Donald Trump has rapidly, and without warning to allies or even his own officials, shifted U.S. foreign policy in Syria. AP Photo/Manuel Balce Ceneta David Banks, American University School of International Service President Donald Trump’s decisions to withdraw U.S. troops from northern Syria – and then to send them back into action – has … [Read more...] about Syria military presence risks US credibility with world community
Floater (Cartoon)
AMERICA FIRST? NOPE, IT’S TRUMP FIRST.
by John L. Micek The Trump administration’s foreign policy, such as it is, has been described a lot of different ways. But one word that’s never been applied to it is “coherent.” From Israel to Turkey, from Brussels to Beijing, and all points between, President Donald Trump’s White House has careered from one embarrassment to another, leaving world leaders shaking … [Read more...] about AMERICA FIRST? NOPE, IT’S TRUMP FIRST.
Underappreciated Holiday Songs
Starting each year in November, the public gets bombarded by so-called "traditional" holiday songs. Sadly, certain holiday songs don't get heard much because they are underappreciated. In order to correct the situation, this blogger presents some holiday songs that you may not have heard of before. So, without further ado . . . Deck The Stalls (with oats and barley) … [Read more...] about Underappreciated Holiday Songs
‘A Beautiful Day in the Neighborhood’ Invites Everybody to be Better Neighbors
In a world with violence, uncertainty, sadness, and confusion, it can be difficult to find heroes in our lives to help guide in being our best selves. And, as it happens, there are very few people who demonstrate enough fortitude and patience to confidently be those heroes, even if they don't view themselves as one. Fortunately for us, we have Mister Rogers. A Beautiful Day … [Read more...] about ‘A Beautiful Day in the Neighborhood’ Invites Everybody to be Better Neighbors
‘The Good Liar’ Is An Exciting Drama With Veteran Actors
Roy (Ian McKellan) and Betty (Helen Mirren) are two aging English people looking for companionship. They hit it off rather quickly and start to make some quick decisions. At their age, they don't have much time to waste, so why wait? The only problem is that Roy is a conman, and his motivations for pursuing Betty are not what she believes them to be. What ensues is an exciting … [Read more...] about ‘The Good Liar’ Is An Exciting Drama With Veteran Actors
Ways to Prepare Your Business for Winter Storms
The onset of winter means the approach of winter storms, and you want your business to be ready for whatever comes. Whether it's a storm watch or a full-on blizzard, you and workers will need adequate preparation to avoid injury or damage to the business. Snow is a pleasant wintertime sight, but it's not so welcome when it's blocking your building or crushing your … [Read more...] about Ways to Prepare Your Business for Winter Storms
Did the Pilgrims really eat corn?
When Americans hear or read the word corn, they immediately think of a yellow vegetable that grows on stalks and that the state of Iowa is famous for. However, prior to the year 1492 CE, the word corn was a Germanic word that was used in reference to various grains produced in the Old World such as wheat, oats, barley and rye. From Bon Appétit: "Corn" itself, though, … [Read more...] about Did the Pilgrims really eat corn?
Here’s How to Improve Water Quality
Here's How to Improve Water Quality Water quality remains a top-of-mind issue for many environmentalists. Every living being needs water to survive, but many of the world's sources have become polluted. Most of this pollution comes from humans, which exemplifies the outsized role people play in affecting the environment. Fortunately, not all the news is bad — many have created … [Read more...] about Here’s How to Improve Water Quality