Trump trial reveals details about how the former president thinks about, and exploits, the media
Donald Trump enters the Manhattan Criminal Court for more of his trial, on April 25, 2024. Spencer Platt/Getty Images Karrin Vasby Anderson, Colorado State University and Tim Bakken, United States Military Academy West Point The first week of testimony is winding down in former President Donald Trump’s trial in New York City on charges that … [Read more...] about Trump trial reveals details about how the former president thinks about, and exploits, the media
“You people are fascists!” Atlanta policeman throws Emory economics professor to the ground during Thursday protest (updated)
A CNN crew filmed an Atlanta policeman throwing Emory University economics professor Caroline Fohlin to the ground. Update (5:55 pm eastern). The Emory Police Department has charged Professor Fahlin with battery. Not the cop. Her crime? Four officers were piled onto a slight woman. One officer had pressed her head to the ground with his knee. Then he put his hand on her … [Read more...] about “You people are fascists!” Atlanta policeman throws Emory economics professor to the ground during Thursday protest (updated)
OpEd: Is Rep. Sara Jacobs a Friend or Foe of Israel?
By Donald H. Harrison SAN DIEGO — Notwithstanding the generous financial support and leadership in the Jewish community of her grandparents and parents, a growing number of pro-Israel Jews are angry at Congresswoman Sara Jacobs (D-San Diego) for what they say have been her numerous stands against Israel and in favor of Israel’s adversaries as demonstrated by her voting, … [Read more...] about OpEd: Is Rep. Sara Jacobs a Friend or Foe of Israel?
MAGA Enquirer (Cartoon, Column and Video)
There have been a lot of pecker jokes going around with David Pecker, former publisher of the National Enquirer, testifying in the Trump hush-money trial. But I got over all the penis jokes in 2018 when it was first revealed that the National Enquirer was engaging in what they called catch-and-kill journalism. I use the word “journalism” in jest here as the National Enquirer … [Read more...] about MAGA Enquirer (Cartoon, Column and Video)
Newspapers Claim Google Steals Their News, But Squawk When The Links Stop
by Chris Jennewein Newspapers in California have long claimed that Google is stealing the news by linking to articles when people search, and are demanding payment via a pending Assembly bill. But when the alleged stealing stops — as happened Friday when Google began testing the removal of California news from search — those same newspapers were even more upset. =The … [Read more...] about Newspapers Claim Google Steals Their News, But Squawk When The Links Stop
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Trump’s immunity arguments at Supreme Court highlight dangers – while prosecutors stress larger danger of removing legal accountability
A view of the Supreme Court on April 25, 2024, when justices heard arguments about immunity involving former President Donald Trump. Mandel Ngan/AFP via Getty Images Claire B. Wofford, College of Charleston The U.S. Supreme Court heard oral arguments on April 25, 2024, in a case that will change the course of American history. That case is … [Read more...] about Trump’s immunity arguments at Supreme Court highlight dangers – while prosecutors stress larger danger of removing legal accountability
Is Donald Trump shrinking?
Is Donald Trump shrinking before our eyes? As he continues his criminal trial known as the "hush-money" or "election interference" trial, photos emerge of an angry, tired looking or napping Trump - who will later emerge and denounce the judge or the court room thermostat. There's seemingly a growing consensus among many print and broadcast (minus Fox News) pundits that … [Read more...] about Is Donald Trump shrinking?
SEND IN THE CLOWNS
SEND IN THE CLOWNS If this isn’t about the Republicans, what is? It’s really a theatre reference. When a show is failing, they send in the clowns to distract. Entertain. Think about it. If the shoe fits…there really is hope for this sad, angry group of failures. No rehearsal necessary. A One-Act Show. Clowns. There’s hardly one of these characters who doesn’t fit … [Read more...] about SEND IN THE CLOWNS
PECKER SCREWS TRUMP IN TESTIMONY AT HUSH MONEY TRIAL
Media mogul and one-time close Donald Trump associate David Pecker delivered testimony in the so-called hush money election interference criminal trail that experts contend was highly damaging to the former President. Pecker described a mutually beneficial relationship between The National Enquirer and Trump: the National Enquirer essentially became a propaganda magazine … [Read more...] about PECKER SCREWS TRUMP IN TESTIMONY AT HUSH MONEY TRIAL
Medal of Honor Tuesday: Army Sgt. Joe Hayashi
One month ago, on the occasion of National Medal of Honor Day, we recognized eighteen service members of the Jewish faith who have been awarded the nation’s highest military decoration for bravery in combat, recipients going as far back as the Civil War. What makes such a high honor even more estimable is the fact that several of the Jewish heroes, their survivors, their … [Read more...] about Medal of Honor Tuesday: Army Sgt. Joe Hayashi
Tuesday hearing in Trump election interference case to focus on gag order
Opening arguments in The People of the State of New York vs. Donald J. Trump, which is probing alleged election interference and false business records, took place Monday. “It was election fraud, pure and simple,” New York Prosecutor Matthew Colangelo told the jurors in his opening statement. The courtoom is serving a different function Tuesday morning. Judge Juan … [Read more...] about Tuesday hearing in Trump election interference case to focus on gag order
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Opening statements are the most important part of a trial – as lawyers in Trump’s hush money case know well
Former U.S. President Donald Trump enters Manhattan Criminal Court on April 22, 2024. Victor J. Blue - Pool/Getty Images Ronald S. Sullivan Jr., Harvard University Though Hollywood movies about courtroom dramas often glamorize the closing arguments given by lawyers, in reality the opening statement is likely the most important single event … [Read more...] about Opening statements are the most important part of a trial – as lawyers in Trump’s hush money case know well
Universities become hotbeds of anti-semitism: Columbia and Yale are still pitchforked into news (UPDATED)
(This is an update of the original post published Sunday night) Some American universities have become hotbeds of anti-semitism. Demonstrations aren't just against Israeli policy but Jews as a group, with some notable exceptions. And the demonstrations' aggressive nature is increasing. Columbia University in New York City and Yale University in New Haven have been … [Read more...] about Universities become hotbeds of anti-semitism: Columbia and Yale are still pitchforked into news (UPDATED)
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House finally approves $95 billion in aid to Ukraine, Israel and Taiwan
In a bipartisan vote that angered many House far-right Republicans, the House of Representives passed a $95 billion aid package that will send sorely needed help to Ukraine, Israel, Taiwan and ban TikTok. All four of the measures will now to go the Senate. Meanwhile, the clock is now ticking on a promised-effort by House MAGA Republicans to remove House Speaker Mike … [Read more...] about House finally approves $95 billion in aid to Ukraine, Israel and Taiwan
Have you ever had a song stuck inside your head?
Have you ever had a song stuck inside your head? If you have, then was it one that made you happy, or was it one that annoyed you? This issue came to my mind recently when I made Twitter contact with Grammy-winning singer/songwriter Bryan Duncan. Back in the year 1982, Bryan was the lead singer and keyboardist for the Sweet Comfort Band. If you never before heard of … [Read more...] about Have you ever had a song stuck inside your head?
