After one week of testimony at the Bridgegate trial, Donald Trump poodle Chris Christie's standing as a corrupt thug who would sacrifice anything, including public safety, for political convenience and good old venality has reached stratospherically new heights. Which begs a question: Why are there not calls for the New Jersey governor's impeachment since he did not merely … [Read more...] about Politix Update: Governor Christie Didn’t Merely Violate His Oath Of Office, He Crushed It
Coin Toss: The First Presidential Debate
The NFL and the Commission For Presidential Debates jointly announced today that an NFL team of the referees slated to officiate Monday Night Football instead will oversee the first Clinton-Trump Presidential Debate. Lester Holt, the Debate moderator originally named, will work the Falcons-Saints game. The switch supposedly was made for Holt’s personal safety. The two events … [Read more...] about Coin Toss: The First Presidential Debate
Trump’s Lying Game
Paul Krugman tells it like it is in The New York Times. Here’s what we can be fairly sure will happen in Monday’s presidential debate: Donald Trump will lie repeatedly and grotesquely, on a variety of subjects. Meanwhile, Hillary Clinton might say a couple of untrue things. Or she might not. Here’s what we don’t know: Will the moderators step in when Mr. Trump delivers … [Read more...] about Trump’s Lying Game
Crooked Don’s Slush Fund and the ’16 Double Standard
Yes, folks, it's time for another episode of "Imagine The Outcry!" Imagine the outcry if Hillary Clinton was outed for taking more than a quarter of a million dollars in other people's money - donations to the Clinton Foundation, donations that were intended to be used for charitable purposes - and spent it instead on herself, in a breach of federal tax laws, in order to … [Read more...] about Crooked Don’s Slush Fund and the ’16 Double Standard
Two types of gun laws: one for blacks and one for whites
WASHINGTON -- If you are a black man in America, exercising your constitutional right to keep and bear arms can be fatal. You might think the National Rifle Association and its amen chorus would be outraged, but apparently they believe Second Amendment rights are for whites only. In reaching that conclusion I am accepting, for the sake of argument, the account given by … [Read more...] about Two types of gun laws: one for blacks and one for whites
There’s a Bridge I’d Like to Sell You
September 22, 2016 Note to readers: This is the latest entry in Baby DonDon’s campaign diary. The series imagines that “Mr.” 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 Baby DonDon. Oh, Baby DonDon’s head is … [Read more...] about There’s a Bridge I’d Like to Sell You
The Fart Patrol of California
During the latter 1960's, Hollywood produced a WWII-themed TV series called The Rat Patrol. Now, the California government is forming the fart patrol. Thanks to California Senate Bill 1383, which was signed into law by Gov. Jerry Brown, "The state's Air Resources Board can also now regulate bovine flatulence, as long as there are practical ways to reduce the cows' belching and … [Read more...] about The Fart Patrol of California
Judicial Vacancy Hurting Ordinary Americans But Mitch McConnell Doesn’t Care
There is a Judicial crisis in America and Mitch McConnell doesn’t care. Senators are not doing their jobs or fulfilling their Constitutional responsibilities and Senate leaders cite statistics that totally ignore the severity of the crisis. I know Republicans are hesitant, if not vehemently opposed to so much as scheduling a confirmation hearing on Merrick Garland before … [Read more...] about Judicial Vacancy Hurting Ordinary Americans But Mitch McConnell Doesn’t Care
Why Isn’t Clinton Further Ahead?
John Judis explains on Talking Points Memo. If I had to bet on this election, I’d still put my money on Hillary Clinton. But there is a big question about why she is not doing better. When presidential candidates face opponents who can’t even command the support of their party’s leadership and leading interest groups, it’s usually landslide time. Think of Lyndon Johnson … [Read more...] about Why Isn’t Clinton Further Ahead?
Boom!
September 22, 2016 Note to readers: This is the latest entry in Baby DonDon’s campaign diary. The series imagines that “Mr.” 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 Baby DonDon. What a week it has been … [Read more...] about Boom!
Taking a knee: high school athletes join the protest
On August 26, San Francisco 49ers quarterback Colin Kaepernick remained seated during the singing of the national anthem prior to a Green Bay Packers game. Kaepernick and safety Eric Reid knelt during the singing of the national anthem before the team's September 1 preseason game against the San Diego Chargers. Seattle Seahawks cornerback Jeremy Lane sat on the … [Read more...] about Taking a knee: high school athletes join the protest
Americans are deciding for the world
WASHINGTON -- Like it or not, the decision we make in this November's election will be a choice on behalf of the entire world. How we vote will determine whether the forces of democracy, openness and religious tolerance remain strong, or whether our country throws in its lot with tribalism, prejudice and authoritarianism. This sounds like melodrama. It isn't. And while … [Read more...] about Americans are deciding for the world
Cartoon: Skittles
Skittles by Clay Jones I almost drew a Skittles cartoon last night but I wanted to see how much news coverage it received today. It received a LOT. One of my best friends and fellow cartoonist tagged me on Facebook baiting me to draw a Skittles cartoon. I almost passed but I couldn’t resist. Donald Trump Jr. posted a meme on Twitter (say no to memes, people) which posted … [Read more...] about Cartoon: Skittles
Poll: Clinton now leads Trump 6 points ahead of first debate
Democratic Presidential nominee Hillary Clinton is showing signs up picking up steam after one of the worst weeks of her campaign. A new NBC/Wall Street Journal poll puts her 6 points in the lead ahead of the first Presidential debate and in the lead on polling on most issues. Democratic presidential nominee Hillary Clinton leads Republican Donald Trump by six points … [Read more...] about Poll: Clinton now leads Trump 6 points ahead of first debate
Cartoon: Trump and Charity
Trump and Charity by Mike Peters OF RELATED INTEREST: --Here’s How Much Trump Might Owe the IRS --Self Portraits, Political Donations And Self-Dealing: Inside The Trump Foundation --Clinton camp says Trump Foundation's 'self-dealing' underscores need to see his tax returns --The Trump Foundation: what's known is shocking. We need to know more Mike Peters is … [Read more...] about Cartoon: Trump and Charity
Donald Trump lauds stop-and-frisk policies widely condemned as racial profiling
Donald Trump wants police to use stop-and-frisk tactics more aggressively in black communities even though a federal judge has ruled that the practice violates the rights of minorities. Asked in a town hall on Fox News' "Hannity" on Wednesday how he would combat violence in poor black neighborhoods, the GOP presidential nominee said police should stop… … [Read more...] about Donald Trump lauds stop-and-frisk policies widely condemned as racial profiling
Paralyzed Veteran Goes from Wheelchair to Mountain Bike
When a writer comes across an inspiring story worth re-telling, there is often the temptation to, along with quoting parts of it, add the author's views. Here is one, written by DoD News, Defense Media Activity’s Shannon Collins, that doesn’t need any embellishment, commentary or change -- not even to the title. Enjoy! Despite being partially paralyzed after a mortar … [Read more...] about Paralyzed Veteran Goes from Wheelchair to Mountain Bike
Analysis: ‘Broad shoulders’ and ‘a presidential look’: The Trump campaign uses gender to try to undercut Clinton’s candidacy
COLUMBUS, Ohio — What do voters hear when Indiana Gov. Mike Pence, in interview after interview, praises his running mate Donald Trump's "broad shoulders"? What do they hear when Trump repeatedly criticizes Hillary Clinton for not looking presidential — "and you need a presidential look"? Or when he time and again calls into question her strength… … [Read more...] about Analysis: ‘Broad shoulders’ and ‘a presidential look’: The Trump campaign uses gender to try to undercut Clinton’s candidacy
Cartoon: Powell Joins the Club
I saw an interview last week where a pundit was asked to comment on the content of former Secretary of State and Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff Colin Powell having his emailed hacked. He refused because he didn’t think it was appropriate to reward those who violated his privacy. I really respect that. I refuse to look at any starlet’s nude pics that were hacked from her … [Read more...] about Cartoon: Powell Joins the Club
How Trump winks at political violence
WASHINGTON -- So, Donald Trump thought he'd have a little fun this weekend with the idea of Hillary Clinton being assassinated. The Republican presidential nominee suggested that, because Clinton favors restrictions on guns, her security detail should be disarmed. "Take their guns away," he proposed. "Let's see what happens to her." There was a time when … [Read more...] about How Trump winks at political violence