How much coffee is too much? Well, for Mormons, any amount of coffee is supposed to be too much. From USA Today: "The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints has issued a warning to members that coffee is prohibited no matter how fancy the name . . ." Thankfully, such a ban on coffee applies only to Mormons. Still, is there such a thing as too much … [Read more...] about How much coffee is too much?
Partisan divide creates different Americas, separate lives
Even in the physical world, it’s hard to cross partisan lines. igorstevanovic/Shutterstock.com Robert B. Talisse, Vanderbilt University When people try to explain why the United States is so politically polarized now, they frequently refer to the concept of “echo chambers.” That’s the idea that people on social media interact only with like-minded … [Read more...] about Partisan divide creates different Americas, separate lives
California Likely to Pass New Protections for App-Based Employees
Is there really an app for everything? We talk about digital culture having “revolutionized” and even “democratized” many aspects of modern life. We can do our taxes, order takeout and kitchen staples, and hail a cab just by tapping a few times on the slab of glass in our pocket. But how can apps “democratize” much of anything — especially how labor is performed and … [Read more...] about California Likely to Pass New Protections for App-Based Employees
COREY’S FAIRY TALES (Cartoon, Column and Video)
Former Trump campaign manager Corey Lewandowski told the House Judiciary Committee that he has “no obligation to be honest with the media.” So, this morning when he was interviewed by Alisyn Camerota, there are no legal consequences to his lying and evading simple questions, like, “Have you talked to the president (sic) since your hearing yesterday?” or questions on … [Read more...] about COREY’S FAIRY TALES (Cartoon, Column and Video)
Hong Kong stands athwart an increasingly nasty regime
by George Will Washington Post Writers Group HONG KONG -- Lee Cheuk-yan, unlike most Americans, remembers and reveres Lane Kirkland, a hero of the first Cold War. During 16 years as leader of the AFL-CIO, 1979-1995, Kirkland gave crucial support, both material and moral, to Lech Walesa and the Solidarity movement in Poland, where it was an early tremor in the political … [Read more...] about Hong Kong stands athwart an increasingly nasty regime
Report: Trump’s communications with foreign leader are part of whistleblower complaint that spurred standoff between spy chief and Congress, former officials say
Yet another bombshell about some info being suppressed that allegedly centers on (who else?) President Donald Trump. We've had the corruption of the Harding Administration. The lawlessness and stonewalling of the Nixon Administration. Put these two together and you have the Trump Administration, the CC administration: Cover Up and Corruption. The Washington Post broke this big … [Read more...] about Report: Trump’s communications with foreign leader are part of whistleblower complaint that spurred standoff between spy chief and Congress, former officials say
Happy 72nd Birthday to the U.S. Air Force
As my "military alma mater” – the U.S. Air Force -- celebrates its 72nd birthday, as tensions rise and as some are beating the drums of (retaliatory) strikes, one in which the Air Force could be asked to play an important role, it is appropriate to take a look at this military service that was established as a separate, independent military service on Sept. 18, 1947. But, … [Read more...] about Happy 72nd Birthday to the U.S. Air Force
Trumbo, Last Tweet
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Documentary skewers Roy Cohn, Donald Trump
By Cynthia Citron LOS ANGELES –A friend once described him as “ugly and charismatic at the same time.” He was also powerful, ruthless, and an inveterate liar. But his extraordinary prowess as a defense lawyer enabled him to reach the top level of society and become close friends with presidents, future presidents, members of the Mafia, and influential media … [Read more...] about Documentary skewers Roy Cohn, Donald Trump
Corey Lewandowski debuts his Senate campaign theme: Unbridled nastiness
ASHINGTON -- Corey Lewandowski has been alternately vulgar, pugilistic and deceitful. Now he wants to run for Senate. He'll fit right in. The one-time Trump 2016 campaign manager volunteered to appear before the House Judiciary Committee on Tuesday, not to talk about presidential obstruction of justice -- he happily obeyed White House orders not to discuss such matters -- … [Read more...] about Corey Lewandowski debuts his Senate campaign theme: Unbridled nastiness
Trump administration is more ‘Game of Thrones’ than ‘West Wing’
WASHINGTON -- I want to hear the Democratic presidential candidates explain, convincingly, how they're going to beat Donald Trump. Then I want to hear how they propose to repair the devastating damage Trump has done to all three branches of government -- and to our trust in our institutions. First, Trump has to be sent packing. I shudder to think of what four more years of … [Read more...] about Trump administration is more ‘Game of Thrones’ than ‘West Wing’
Our Cursed 2020 Campaign: ‘F-bombs’ Away!
by Tom Purcell Some presidential candidates, past and present, sure have cursed up a storm. The Washington Examiner notes Julian Castro said the "BS" word on HBO, Ohio Rep. Tim Ryan called on Republicans to "get their 's-word' together," Hawaii Rep. Tulsi Gabbard used the "b-word" to describe President Trump, and New York Sen. Kirsten Gillibrand told a group of activists … [Read more...] about Our Cursed 2020 Campaign: ‘F-bombs’ Away!
DADDY’S MORAL COMPASS (Cartoon and Column)
Nobody’s perfect but each of us has at least one person we respect and look up to. For me, one of those people is my older brother, Jimmy. Jimmy’s nine years older than me and was the only older male who was a constant figure in my life when I was a kid. He took me in when I was a teenager and gave me a home, even though he couldn’t afford it. Jimmy never told me how to act … [Read more...] about DADDY’S MORAL COMPASS (Cartoon and Column)
Israeli Elections
Most of the time, political elections in other countries rarely impacts the consciousness of Americans. Yet many times those elections will have an impact on American economics and/or foreign policy. One such election is in the process of happening in Great Britain and in particular the issue of Brexit, Great Britain leaving the European Union. A divorce between these two … [Read more...] about Israeli Elections
This Stupid Moral Panic About Vaping.
Just when we thought our country couldn't make a more ass-backwards move in our deranged drug policies here we are in Stupidsville again. There are two separate problems here, the first being the recent outrage surrounding vaping/e-cig injuries and several deaths which has the TV networks, the non-medical commentariat and lately even the president (a man otherwise known for … [Read more...] about This Stupid Moral Panic About Vaping.
Hong Kong is a ‘hair’s breadth from destruction’
Embed from Getty Images HONG KONG -- Physically diminutive, intellectually acerbic and with an eye for the ironic, Margaret Ng -- lawyer, writer and former legislator -- is, at 71, a member of the generation for which this city's youthful protesters have scant patience. They say the elders have been too patient about Hong Kong's precarious situation. But, says Ng dryly, … [Read more...] about Hong Kong is a ‘hair’s breadth from destruction’
20 Benefits of LED Lighting
Thanks to improvements in technology, there are now many different options for people to choose from when they install new lighting. New advances in light bulbs give consumers a lot to think about before they make their purchase, which is great and confusing at the same time. To make your lighting experience easier, it's time to learn about why so many people have begun … [Read more...] about 20 Benefits of LED Lighting
‘Honeyland’ Does Not Feel Like A Documentary, Which Is Great
Winning three awards at the 2019 Sundance Film Festival, and entered as North Macedonia's official entry for the Best International Feature Film (formerly Best Foreign Film) in the upcoming 92nd Academy Awards, Honeyland has been on the radar of many cinephiles this year as it has slowly made its way into theaters across the country. To my pleasure, it finally arrived in Salt … [Read more...] about ‘Honeyland’ Does Not Feel Like A Documentary, Which Is Great
A Great Weekend Story
This is probably one of my shortest posts (I hear some applause from the audience) and it doesn’t contain any of my writing (more applause) – except for the intro. It is about a man in Croatia who has been taking care of an injured stork for 25 years. It is about man’s love for nature and animals. It is, as the caption says, an “epic love story.” But I have already … [Read more...] about A Great Weekend Story
Democrats finally realized who their real opponent is
WASHINGTON -- After spending the first half-hour of Thursday's debate tearing each other apart over health care -- which happens to be their party's strongest issue -- the Democratic presidential candidates realized that their opponent is Donald Trump and acted accordingly. As a result, despite jabs and disagreements throughout a three-hour marathon, they offered a far less … [Read more...] about Democrats finally realized who their real opponent is