by Don Hermann Columnist THE LOW LIFE OF A LOW LIFE. A young NYPD Officer, Jonathan Diller, 31, was shot and killed this week doing his job. Protecting us. He was everything you would want in an officer. He loved his job.He was dedicated and considered “A cops’ cop.” His enthusiasm and dedication carried over to his family. He was married with a one-year old son. … [Read more...] about The LOW LIFE OF A LOWLIFE
Trump escalates support for political violence; shares video showing a kidnapped President Biden
Between the election in 2020 and certification on 06 January 2021, then-President Trump "made no shortage of disturbing remarks." He has exercised a "bullying and brutal tone" at political rallies since his campaign for the 2016 presidential election. On Good Friday, Trump escalated his endorsement of political violence by sharing a video on Truth Social featuring a pickup … [Read more...] about Trump escalates support for political violence; shares video showing a kidnapped President Biden
THE LONG AND SHORT OF TRUMP’S WORLD. TRUMP TRUMPED.
by Don Hermann Columnist THE LONG AND SHORT OF TRUMP’S WORLD. TRUMP TRUMPED. Fascism is not fashionable. Blacks are not going to be Back at the Back of the Bus. Sweaty Palms. Minorities will soon be the majority. Abortion laws will give birth to a new body of strength. The Vote will be more powerful than the gun. As a blamer you will be forced to look in the … [Read more...] about THE LONG AND SHORT OF TRUMP’S WORLD. TRUMP TRUMPED.
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NBC NEWS AND THE FOLLY OF THE RONNA MCDANIEL FAILURE
by Dick Polman The welcome announcement arrived at dinnertime, and it was good for digestion. Top NBC executive Cesar Conde ate crow: “Ronna McDaniel will not be an NBC News contributor…I approved (the hire) and I take full responsibility for it.” Then he tried to explain: “Our initial decision was made because of our deep commitment to presenting our audience with a … [Read more...] about NBC NEWS AND THE FOLLY OF THE RONNA MCDANIEL FAILURE
Moscow terror attack showed growing reach of ISIS-K – could the US be next?
More than 140 people died in the Crocus City Hall assualt in Moscow on March 22, 2023. AFP via Getty Images Sara Harmouch, American University A deadly attack in Moscow on March 22, 2024, exposed the vulnerability of the Russian capital to the threat of the Islamic State group and its affiliate ISIS-K. But it also displayed the reach of the network, … [Read more...] about Moscow terror attack showed growing reach of ISIS-K – could the US be next?
Nex Benedict was not beaten to death for being transgendered.
Nex Benedict was not beaten to death. Shortly after Benedict died, some people jumped to a false conclusion about the cause of death before a state medical examiner could complete an autopsy. For example, one person published the false claim, "Oklahoma trans child beaten to death at school for being trans." Yes, Benedict was involved in a fight at school, but Benedict … [Read more...] about Nex Benedict was not beaten to death for being transgendered.
NBC LAYS AN EGG (CARTOON)
Medal of Honor Tuesday
Yesterday, March 25, was National Medal of Honor Day, a day to solemnly recognize and honor the more than 3,500 Soldiers, Airmen, Sailors and Marines who have distinguished themselves “through conspicuous gallantry and intrepidity at the risk of life above and beyond the call of duty…” Through a weekly series of articles called, "Medal of Honor Monday," the Department of … [Read more...] about Medal of Honor Tuesday
Artificial Intelligence, Politics and the Economy
Future political campaigns will increasingly utilize artificial intelligence generated content to mislead potential voters. About 1 billion voters will be going to the polls in 2024 in the US, India, the UK, the EU, Indonesia and Russia. However, neither AI companies nor governments have made serious efforts to protect and legitimize election information. There are concerns … [Read more...] about Artificial Intelligence, Politics and the Economy
UPDATED: As a “publicly-traded candidate,” Trump is a clear and present danger to national security
Campaign 2024 series: the stakes, not the odds In 2021, the Boston Globe editorial board asked: "Who owns the president?" It's a shame that the business press and political press aren't exploring that question in light of Friday's Truth Social multi-billion dollar merger. Instead, the headlines read like something straight from PR Newswire: "Trump poised for … [Read more...] about UPDATED: As a “publicly-traded candidate,” Trump is a clear and present danger to national security
MARJORIE TAYLOR GREENE CRAZY O’CLOCK (CARTOON)
THE DAY REPUBLICAN’S IMPEACHMENT EFFORTS DIED
How delicious it is to sniff the smoking wreckage of the House Republican’s fake impeachment probe. For starters, we learned last month that the MAGA sleuths’ star witness against Joe Biden, a grifter named Alexander Smirnov, created “a false fictitious record” (according to a federal grand jury), concocting fake allegations against the president at the behest of the … [Read more...] about THE DAY REPUBLICAN’S IMPEACHMENT EFFORTS DIED
Why would Islamic State attack Russia and what does this mean for the terrorism threat globally?
Greg Barton, Deakin University It appears almost certain the brutal assault on a Russian crowd settling down to watch a rock concert in Moscow on Friday night was an Islamist terrorist attack. At least 133 people were left dead and scores more were injured after gunmen with automatic weapons stormed the Crocus City Hall in Moscow and opened fire, triggering a … [Read more...] about Why would Islamic State attack Russia and what does this mean for the terrorism threat globally?
EUROPE IS NEXT (CARTOON)
On This Day in 2020, Trump was averaging 57 “false claims” every week.
That's not a typo. This entry is about 22 March 2020. It’s been 11 days since the World Health Organization (WHO) declared the coronavirus a pandemic; 22 since the first death was announced the in the U.S. The virus has inflected more than 19,000 Americans and killed more than 200. Too much misiformation about COVID-19 (still callend coronavirus four years ago) came … [Read more...] about On This Day in 2020, Trump was averaging 57 “false claims” every week.
Remembering and Honoring Eighteen Jewish Medal of Honor Recipients
Monday, March 25, is National Medal of Honor Day. A day to solemnly recognize and honor the more than 3,500 Soldiers, Airmen, Sailors and Marines who have distinguished themselves “through conspicuous gallantry and intrepidity at the risk of life above and beyond the call of duty...” National Medal of Honor Day was established by Congress in 1990 to “foster public … [Read more...] about Remembering and Honoring Eighteen Jewish Medal of Honor Recipients
A Trump return to the White House is a threat to democratic institutions: RAND analyst
"Victor Orbán, the Prime Minister of Hungary, very tough man, probably the toughest guy there is, frankly toughest in Europe, a lot of people don't like him because he's tough, he says," GOP presidential candidate Donald Trump told supporters in Ohio, earlier this month. Trump admires authoritarians, which is nothing new. Yet back in January, Turkish journalist Asli … [Read more...] about A Trump return to the White House is a threat to democratic institutions: RAND analyst
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Pro-Israel but anti-Netanyahu: Democratic Party leaders try to find the middle ground
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has come under unusual criticism from Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer. Jacquelyn Martin / POOL / AFP Naomi Schalit, The Conversation Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer said on March 14, 2024, “The Netanyahu coalition no longer fits the needs of Israel.” It was an extraordinary public criticism of a … [Read more...] about Pro-Israel but anti-Netanyahu: Democratic Party leaders try to find the middle ground