Berkeley County a nonesuch of Catholicism by Jordan Cooper The citizenry of our nation are the most clear evidence of the presence of God. The largest organized religion in the world is the Catholic faith and it is representative of the most high's blessings for all human beings. Berkeley County in the Upper Lowcountry of South Carolina has the most square miles in … [Read more...] about Berkeley County, SC a nonesuch of Catholicism (Guest Voice)
RECENT RUSSIA SCANDAL POSTS
The Moderate Voice has been following the Russia scandal involving the Trump campaign closely. Here's a list of some of the key posts: ***(UPDTATED) James Comey helped elect Donald Trmp, but could he now be his greast foe? ***Russia Scandal Update: Is Jared Kushner Stupid, Greedy or Both? ***(Updated) Russia Scandal Bombshell: Trump used Prince of Darkness to enhance Putin … [Read more...] about RECENT RUSSIA SCANDAL POSTS
Sussing Out Michael Flynn’s Blab-For-Immunity Bombshell: Choose Your Flavor
Is Michael Flynn's bombshell offer to testify about what he knows in return for immunity the end of the beginning or beginning of the end of the Russia scandal? Is Donald Trump's disgraced national security adviser really prepared to turn on him? Or is the offer none of those things? The answer to all these questions is "yes." That is to say that a case can be made … [Read more...] about Sussing Out Michael Flynn’s Blab-For-Immunity Bombshell: Choose Your Flavor
Special House Elections Often Precursor Of An Upcoming Wave Against Party In Control
Quote of the Day: "I think there's a huge appetite for tax returns.. uh, reform." - White House press secretary Sean Spicer on explaining the need to move on from healthcare to tax reform. President Trump's promotion of four House Republicans to his cabinet has given Democrats optimism that they can recover ground in a chamber where they hold just 193 of 435 House seats. … [Read more...] about Special House Elections Often Precursor Of An Upcoming Wave Against Party In Control
SAN DIEGO MOTORISTS LAUNCH “POT FOR POTHOLES” INITIATIVE
By Axle Broke April 1, 2017 (San Diego) –Last month, Supervisors voiced concerns over falling gas tax revenues and inadequate funding to repair roadways countywide. Today, motorists seeking solutions to roads battered by winter storms held a press conference to announce the “Pot for Potholes” ballot initiative to solve the region’s infrastructure problem. Supervisors, … [Read more...] about SAN DIEGO MOTORISTS LAUNCH “POT FOR POTHOLES” INITIATIVE
Moscow on the Potomac
The White House says that Donald Trump won't throw out the first ball at the Washington Nationals' home opener. He supposedly has a "scheduling conflict" (translation: he doesn't want to be booed), and I'm sure going AWOL is fine with the fans. Because they'd undoubtedly prefer to see the American pastime relaunched by someone whose regime is not suspected of engaging in … [Read more...] about Moscow on the Potomac
Shaking with Spicy (Cartoon and column)
A lot of journalists have pity and sympathy for White House Spokesman Sean Spicer. He has to be confronted by the national press corps on a daily basis and defend lies and crazy crap. Sure. You can have some sympathy for people who work for Donald Trump. You’re surrounded by a lot of creepy people. But it’s probably not so much of a problem if you’re a creeper yourself. No … [Read more...] about Shaking with Spicy (Cartoon and column)
MEXICO TO PAY FOR WALL
By Juana B. Back April 1, 2017 (San Diego) – In a surprise announcement this morning, President Donald Trump tweeted that Mexico’s president has agreed to pay for the border wall. The decision came after the winning bid was awarded to a Mexican contracting company, Puerto Abierto, following a four-day bidding process in March. “We’re going to build a HUGE wall. The … [Read more...] about MEXICO TO PAY FOR WALL
Russia’s Legal Corruption
Anne Applebaum explains how Russia corrupts its targets in The Washington Post. We already know that social media makes it much easier for the Russian state to spread disinformation. Less attention has been paid to the Russian private businessmen who make it much easier for the Russian state to win friends and buy influence than their Soviet counterparts did. Most … [Read more...] about Russia’s Legal Corruption
Voters’ support is slipping for congressional GOP even among Republicans
WASHINGTON — Republicans have had a tough month on Capitol Hill, and their poll numbers show it. Sixty-two percent of voters disapprove of GOP lawmakers in Congress, according to a new McClatchy-Marist poll, more than double the 27 percent who said they approve. That's a 10-point swing from February, when 57 percent of voters disapproved and… … [Read more...] about Voters’ support is slipping for congressional GOP even among Republicans
Japanese kitties request treats by ringing a bell
Who knew kitties could act so ... dog-like? This video (Japanese, Order side by side) is a sensation! https://twitter.com/b_ru_ru/status/847368727016259584 Who shot the video? What's the back story of the cats? All we know is what we see in the tweet. Quick video critique: good framing (not symmetrical); nice optics (high gloss table); good use of the rule of thirds; nice … [Read more...] about Japanese kitties request treats by ringing a bell
Netflix Will No Longer Allow Binge Watching of New Programs
In a surprise April first move, Netflix announced they will no longer allow subscribers to binge watch their favorite programs. Executive vice president of programming, Nada Pursan released the following statement: "Netflix creates high quality programming in partnership with some of the world’s most gifted artists. We take pride in our work and want our subscribers to … [Read more...] about Netflix Will No Longer Allow Binge Watching of New Programs
A Review of Murder for Two: The 5th Avenue Theatre/ACT–A Contemporary Theatre’s Delightful, Comedic, Piano-Centric Farce
Don’t let the rather mundane and boring title fool you, Murder for Two is an innovative, consistently creative, hilarious musical comedy farce. This 5th Avenue Theatre/ACT–A Contemporary Theatre co-production is the Pacific Northwest premiere of what happens when just two gifted actors and one well-tuned grand piano embody the interrogation of a room full of unstable murder … [Read more...] about A Review of Murder for Two: The 5th Avenue Theatre/ACT–A Contemporary Theatre’s Delightful, Comedic, Piano-Centric Farce
Cartoon: Putin desk
Open Letter to Republicans
Dear Republicans: I need to have a word with you, and this time it doesn't concern Donald Trump. Of course, it's easy to get distracted by the antics of a bizarre con-artist who might have conspired with Russia to throw the 2016 election. Maybe distraction is part of the plan. But Trump is only one man -- an aging blowhard at that -- while your numbers are legion. At least … [Read more...] about Open Letter to Republicans
Republican muddle is an opening for Democrats
WASHINGTON -- Will anyone be left standing when the Republican circular firing squad runs out of ammunition? Or will everybody just reload and keep blasting away, leaving Democrats to clean up the bloody mess? The political moment we’re living through is truly remarkable, but not in a good way. Republicans control the White House and both chambers of Congress, so we’re … [Read more...] about Republican muddle is an opening for Democrats
(UPDATED) The Russia Scandal Has Always Been All About The Money — Just Like Donald Trump
Despite its many twists and turns, the Russia scandal that has engulfed the White House and isn't letting go -- certainly not now that the Senate Intelligence Committee has joined the FBI in launching a full-scale investigation -- always has been all about the money. This is because Donald Trump always has been all about the money, and the outcome of investigators' labors will … [Read more...] about (UPDATED) The Russia Scandal Has Always Been All About The Money — Just Like Donald Trump
Yes, I Use Cover-Up
March 30, 2017 Note to readers: This is the latest entry in Super Baby DonDon’s diary. The series imagines that President Donald Trump has the emotional make-up of a five-year-old and confides his deepest thoughts—such as they are—to Andrew Feinberg, and to readers, every day. In his private moments, he always thinks of himself as Super Baby DonDon. Hey, what can I … [Read more...] about Yes, I Use Cover-Up
Pink
Pink People pitched against People For the right of passage Action and reaction, equal and opposite My two hands Left and right Fight Turn it over to the Women On a journey between a male chauvinist and a feminist Pink it Clap with one hand and with the other erase legacy I to mine and you play to your gallery Decency What decency Abstract honesty Pink is … [Read more...] about Pink
BREAKING: Flynn offers testimony for immunity and two White House officials gave Nunes info
Embed from Getty Images The Trump-Russia connection story won't go away: news is breaking quickly on several fronts, little of it good for President Donald Trump. The biggest news: The Wall Street Journal has just reported that Trump’s former national security adviser Michael Flynn has offered to testify -- in exchange for immunity. Meanwhile, the New York Times earlier … [Read more...] about BREAKING: Flynn offers testimony for immunity and two White House officials gave Nunes info