I was scrolling through my news feed on Facebook a few hours ago and I noticed one of my conservative friends created a post with a complaint. This friend, we’ll call her Allie because that’s her real name, was upset because she had posted a news story only to have it removed by Facebook. She posted it three times and three times Facebook had removed it. Why would Facebook … [Read more...] about Rooty Tootie for Pootie (Cartoon, Column and Video)
Trump meets shooting survivors, suggests arming teachers
President Donald Trump floated the idea of arming teachers and promised more stringent background checks on gun owners as he hosted an emotional meeting Wednesday with students who survived last week's mass shooting at a Florida school. "I just want to say before we begin, because I want to hear you, but we'll be very strong… … [Read more...] about Trump meets shooting survivors, suggests arming teachers
Not All American’s Have the Right to Bear Arms (Infographic)
Here's a great infographic from the legal site /www.federalcharges.com: … [Read more...] about Not All American’s Have the Right to Bear Arms (Infographic)
To Dump or Not to Dump Trump – That’s the Question
I am sure those who know my feelings about Trump will be surprised, if not shocked and confused, by the “headline.” Let me explain. There is nothing I would like to see more than the present occupant of the White House vacate that almost-sacred mansion tomorrow, if not today. But behind such a yearning lurks the nightmarish specter of the person who would then … [Read more...] about To Dump or Not to Dump Trump – That’s the Question
Governor Cuomo’s Third Term as President of New York
By Thomas Hoffman Following Hillary Clinton’s surprising defeat, another New Yorker may be preparing to run for the White House. Governor Andrew Cuomo is running for re-election of New York State this year. Cuomo was elected around the same time as another Italian-American from the New York/New Jersey area: Governor Chris Christie. At last report, the two are not on … [Read more...] about Governor Cuomo’s Third Term as President of New York
Nude scenes will never be the same after Weinstein, says top director
Only a few months ago, before the Harvey Weinstein scandal broke, the acclaimed Canadian theatre director Robert Lepage would never have thought twice about a nude scene with an actress. But the sexual harassment scandals that have wracked the entertainment industry since the Hollywood mogul's fall have forced the Quebecois master theatre maker to rethink how… … [Read more...] about Nude scenes will never be the same after Weinstein, says top director
Cartoon: Trump Moment of Silence
Why is there so little research on guns in the US? 6 questions answered
By Lacey Wallace, Assistant Professor of Criminal Justice, Pennsylvania State University. A lack of federal funds stymies gun violence researchers. Alan English CPA, CC BY-NC On Valentine’s Day, 19-year-old Nikolas Cruz opened fire at Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School in Parkland, Florida. He killed 17 students and teachers and injured at least a dozen others. The… … [Read more...] about Why is there so little research on guns in the US? 6 questions answered
Putin’s useful idiots
WASHINGTON -- Special counsel Robert S. Mueller III's indictment of 13 Russians over their alleged efforts to elect Donald Trump set off a presidential paroxysm of self-exoneration. "The results of the election were not impacted. The Trump campaign did nothing wrong -- no collusion!" President Trump proclaimed in one of his saner tweets of the past four days. In fact, the … [Read more...] about Putin’s useful idiots
Cartoon: Trump endorsed travel agency
Lest you forget, HERE IS the background on this story. Mike Slosberg is a cartoonist and novelist. He lives with his wife and hundreds of drawing pens on the Upper Westside of Manhattan, New York. You can see more of his cartoons and learn about his books by going to: mikeslosbergbooks.com … [Read more...] about Cartoon: Trump endorsed travel agency
When will the Residential Rental Bubble Begin to Leak?
Last week I proposed that residential real estate is healthy and in for a long, traditional and gradual increase in value, along the lines of pre-2001 levels. Two to three percent per year. The reason for this optimism is that Millennials are coming of age. Since the mid-2000s, Millennials have rented. Partly because student loan debt has made it difficult for them to secure … [Read more...] about When will the Residential Rental Bubble Begin to Leak?
The Perverse Serendipity Of The Republican Congressional Russian Blame Game
Special Counsel Robert Mueller's indictment of 13 Russians and three Russian companies for their grassroots election skullduggery is a rare opportunity -- not that many people will avail themselves of it -- to reflect on the manifold failures to safeguard the 2016 presidential election. Much of the responsibility for that goes to the Obama administration and news media, but … [Read more...] about The Perverse Serendipity Of The Republican Congressional Russian Blame Game
Right wing tries discrediting gun control advocate Parkland students with contempt and conspiracy theories (with videos)
It was inevitable, wasn't it? Surviving students at Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School in Parkland, Fla. dared to use the media focus on the massacre at their school to quickly, bluntly and thoughtfully press hard on the need for serious gun reform -- reform N-O-W. Not mere "thoughts and prayers." And, in the all-too-familiar style of 21st century politics, the … [Read more...] about Right wing tries discrediting gun control advocate Parkland students with contempt and conspiracy theories (with videos)
Drinking two glasses of wine a day, keeps premature death away
A long-term research, known as The 90+ Study, revealed some interesting statistics about longevity. Surprising enough, one of them is that the risk of premature death is lowered by 18% if you moderately consume alcohol (around 2 glasses of beer or wine per day) while exercising 15 to 45 minutes daily reduces the risk of early… … [Read more...] about Drinking two glasses of wine a day, keeps premature death away
Cartoon: Right Wing Media
Right wing tries discrediting gun control advocate Parkland students with contempt and conspiracy theories (with videos)
It was inevitable, wasn't it? Surviving students at Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School in Parkland, Fla. dared to use the media focus on the massacre at their school to quickly, bluntly and thoughtfully press hard on the need for serious gun reform -- reform N-O-W. Not mere "thoughts and prayers." And, in the all-too-familiar style of 21st century politics, the … [Read more...] about Right wing tries discrediting gun control advocate Parkland students with contempt and conspiracy theories (with videos)
Cartoon: Trump’s Russia Ties
3 money-saving Amazon Prime perks you need to know about right now
If you’re paying $99 a year for an Amazon Prime membership, there are a few money-saving perks that you really need to know about! The latest Prime benefit could lower your grocery bill! Read on for the details… RELATED: Is Amazon Prime worth it for you? Take this quiz to find out! 1. Credit card users… … [Read more...] about 3 money-saving Amazon Prime perks you need to know about right now
Cartoon: Russian Trolls
The Mueller Indictment Is Only The Tip Of The Iceberg: Beware What Lies Beneath
It was a classic Trump Moment. The beleaguered president, relieved that the indictment by Robert Mueller of 13 Russians and three Russian companies for election interference unsealed on Friday had not included any connections to his campaign, crowed on Twitter that he had again been exonerated. But Trump's elation soon turned to fury as he realized that few people were buying … [Read more...] about The Mueller Indictment Is Only The Tip Of The Iceberg: Beware What Lies Beneath