High Drama Aplenty As Comey Makes The Case That Trump Obstructed Justice
The big question going into fired FBI Director James Comey's appearance before the Senate Intelligence Committee on Thursday was less what he would say about President Trump's repeated efforts to get him to ease up on the FBI's Russia scandal investigation since they are by now well known, than whether Comey would make the case that Trump obstructed justice. While "a kind … [Read more...] about High Drama Aplenty As Comey Makes The Case That Trump Obstructed Justice
The Moderate Voice Comey Hearing Coverage
Various features will be posted throughout the day including an ongoing reaction roundup, cartoons, a news stories. Comey stories will start going on the top of the page. Shaun Mullen will do a big picture post on the hearings later in the day. … [Read more...] about The Moderate Voice Comey Hearing Coverage
Comey accuses Trump administration of defaming him, “lies”
By Patricia Zengerle and Susan Cornwell WASHINGTON (Reuters) - Former FBI Director James Comey on Thursday accused the Trump administration of defaming him and telling lies about the agency, but declined to offer his opinion on whether President Donald Trump sought to obstruct justice by asking him to drop an investigation into the former national security advisor. Comey … [Read more...] about Comey accuses Trump administration of defaming him, “lies”
The Limits of Fun
Who doesn’t like a theme park? There’s junk food, entertainment, rides and toys. Most have a steep price tag but it’s a fun day out with those we love the most: think Disneyland or Universal Orlando. Think again. Not all fun parks are as light-hearted or family values-compliant as those in the US. Let’s examine a few of the more extreme samples abroad: where politics meets … [Read more...] about The Limits of Fun
Breathlessly Awaiting Comey’s Final Chapter
For those of you whose TV viewing will not be disrupted by work today, you will now be treated to a preview of the Soap Opera cum Congressional Hearing known as the Comey Memos. For former FBI Director James Comey, a pillar of rectitude, a man of unshakable integrity, it’s surprising that his memos read a little like a Harlequin romance. Comey writes breathlessly of the first … [Read more...] about Breathlessly Awaiting Comey’s Final Chapter
Ex-FBI Chief Comey tells Senators Trump pressured him on Russia probe
By Patricia Zengerle WASHINGTON (Reuters) - Former FBI Director James Comey said on Wednesday that U.S. President Donald Trump asked him to drop an investigation of former national security adviser Michael Flynn as part of a probe into Russia's alleged meddling in the 2016 presidential election. In written testimony released the day before he appears before the Senate … [Read more...] about Ex-FBI Chief Comey tells Senators Trump pressured him on Russia probe
The Musings Of A Centrist
Ever since I was a young child I have been a student and a passionate follower of politics. The give and take the ins and outs the elegant balance of our political system has always fascinated me and has been a source of great intellectual stimulation. But these days I find that passion is dead or at least seriously reduced. The Trump Administration is a mind-boggling … [Read more...] about The Musings Of A Centrist
Most Americans want “aggressive” action on climate change: Reuters/Ipsos poll
By Chris Kahn NEW YORK (Reuters) - Most Americans believe the United States should take "aggressive action" to fight climate change, but few see it as a priority issue when compared with the economy or security, according to a Reuters/Ipsos poll released on Tuesday. The June 2-4 opinion poll suggests American voters may not penalize President Donald Trump too harshly for … [Read more...] about Most Americans want “aggressive” action on climate change: Reuters/Ipsos poll
‘President Pence’ is sounding better and better
WASHINGTON -- President Trump, on his recent European trip, literally shoved aside Prime Minister Dusko Markovic of Montenegro in order to get to the front of a group of leaders. On Monday, Vice President Pence hosted the shoving victim at the White House, then praised Markovic publicly. "I had the privilege of welcoming the prime minister to the White House today," Pence … [Read more...] about ‘President Pence’ is sounding better and better
We May Be Nearing The Russia Scandal Tipping Point, But We’re Not There Yet
The dismissal of national security adviser Michael Flynn on February 13 was a turning point in the Russia scandal. Four months later comes the highly anticipated public testimony of dismissed FBI Director James Comey, and the possibility that the scandal has finally reached a tipping point. Then there is the exhaustion point, which many of us certainly reached a while ago. … [Read more...] about We May Be Nearing The Russia Scandal Tipping Point, But We’re Not There Yet
Trump picks Ex-Justice Department Official To Lead FBI
TRENTON --Christopher Wray, a former U.S. assistant attorney general who represented Gov. Chris Christie in the fallout of the Bridgegate scandal, is President Trump's pick to run the FBI. Wray was the head of the Justice Department's criminal division under President George W. Bush and is now in private practice at the law firm King and… … [Read more...] about Trump picks Ex-Justice Department Official To Lead FBI
Trump’s Budget Plan Is a Betrayal of Everything Americans Claim to Value
by Kate Harveston What is the purpose of government? Ask somebody this question and you’ll learn quite a bit about how that person thinks. There are lots of valid answers, but folks all across the political spectrum ought to be able to agree on one critical point at least — government is for protecting people who can’t protect themselves. Donald Trump has been … [Read more...] about Trump’s Budget Plan Is a Betrayal of Everything Americans Claim to Value
Cartoons: Trump the Alarms
It was over 90 days ago that Trump signed an executive order banning travel from seven Muslim nations, which was supposed to last for 90 days. How much of an emergency was this ban since that time period has expired? How vital was it since during that time there have been zero terrorists attacks in the United States, not counting the terrorist attacks committed by white … [Read more...] about Cartoons: Trump the Alarms
Even moderate drinking might be bad for your brain
Sorry. Thanks for the memories. Binge and excessive drinking almost always get a bad rap—and for good reason. Heavy alcohol consumption is known to lead to a multitude of problems, including poor brain health. But the effects of moderate drinking on a person’s cognitive abilities have gotten less attention. In a study out this week in… … [Read more...] about Even moderate drinking might be bad for your brain
On Stuttering (Guest Voice)
Stuttering doesn't mean you're lying. Stuttering doesn't mean you're disorganized. Lastly, stuttering doesn't mean you're a second-class citizen. Believe it or not Moses stuttered when he was reciting the Ten Commandments of the bible. Demosthenes stuttered when he was leading his Greek constituents. John Stossel stuttered when he was covering news around the world. I … [Read more...] about On Stuttering (Guest Voice)
Cartoon: Trumpollution
Canada’s Trudeau decides: no appeasing Trump on foreign policy
There's an old saying: "Familiarity breeds contempt." Now Canada's Prime Minister has joined some other European leaders who apparently weren't smitten by their encounters with President Donald Trump and refuse to appease him. So he has decided Canada will chart it's own path in foreign policy, standing firm with other nations in the Western Alliance and hoping that the Trump … [Read more...] about Canada’s Trudeau decides: no appeasing Trump on foreign policy
My Struggle with Community: A Pastor’s Confession
We were created for community. So why do we want to be alone? This statement and question motivated why I wrote The Community of God: A Theology of the Church From A Reluctant Pastor. The book has just been released and I’d like to share with The Moderate Voice readers a special sneak preview. Enjoy! (This is an excerpt from Chapter 4: Pursuing the Tree of Ruin from Doug … [Read more...] about My Struggle with Community: A Pastor’s Confession
Is He Just Stoopid, Or What?
Whether it is being done deliberately, or on the basis of stupidity and bad advice is unclear. His series of gaffes that have undermined America’s future in various ways could also be the result of ignorance or a type of early dementia known as M.C.I. (Mild Cognitive Impairment). What he is doing is not what one would expect from a leader who was completely rational. But … [Read more...] about Is He Just Stoopid, Or What?