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A Presidential Storm Leaves Forecasters Rebuked
Peter Baker and Sarah Mervosh at NYT > U.S. > Politics - 3 hours ago
The parent agency of the National Weather Service’s Birmingham, Ala.,
office issued a statement admonishing it for challenging President Trump’s
claim about a hurricane threat to Alabama.
A presidential command.
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Cnut_the_Great
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/King_Canute_and_the_tide
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Defying N.R.A., Texas Lieutenant Governor Favors Background Checks on Private Gun Sales
Neil Vigdor at NYT > U.S. > Politics - 3 hours ago
Dan Patrick, a Republican, has promoted his A-plus grade from the National
Rifle Association.
Insanity is hard to diagnose in the U.S.
It is the insane that do mass shootings.
Despite appearances this is a pointless exercise.
Criminals will use stolen or lost guns.
The second amendment envisions organized militias.
Make it so.
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Maine Voters Will Rank Their Top Presidential Candidates in 2020
Maggie Astor at NYT > U.S. > Politics - 6 hours ago
It was the first state to adopt the system for congressional elections, and
it will now be the first to adopt it for presidential elections.
The President is chosen by the Electoral College.
Direct election of the president is unconstitutional.
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With Voters Watching, Tough-Talking Diplomat Strikes Softer Tone in Kansas
Lara Jakes at NYT > U.S. > Politics - 6 hours ago
The question of whether Secretary of State Mike Pompeo will run for Senate
in Kansas “hangs over the race a little bit,” said the leading Republican
candidate.
Mike Pompeo should not be in government.
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Three SEAL Team Leaders Fired for Breakdowns in Discipline
Dave Philipps at NYT > U.S. > Politics - 6 hours ago
The unusual move comes amid a flurry of high-profile incidents involving
the SEAL teams, prompting attempts by Navy leadership to bring the elite
commandos under control.
Assassination teams should not be expected to toe the line on ceremony.
Their business is quick death to order.
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ThinkProgress, the Progressive News Site, Shuts Down
Heather Murphy at NYT > U.S. > Politics - 8 hours ago
The Center for American Progress, the think tank behind the editorial
venture, said the lack of a buyer led to the shutdown.
The Democratic party fears the label of "Left"
The Right wing has supported the Republican party since its organization.
Organized labor is not a party.
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Trade_union
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Trade_union#History
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Marxism#History
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Marxism#History
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Red_Squad
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/United_Mine_Workers#Development_of_the_Union
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Diggers
Keep digging.
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What Is the Refugee Program and Why Does the Trump Administration Want to Make Cuts?
Eileen Sullivan at NYT > U.S. > Politics - 10 hours ago
The refugee program, housed at the State Department, resettles displaced
people from around the world into the United States.
The United States has sheltered Radicals from the colonization.
The Republican party and its oligarchy fear change.
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The United States has sheltered Radicals from the colonization.
The Republican party and its oligarchy fear change.
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G.O.P. Plans to Drop Presidential Prim aries in 4 States to Impede Trump Challengers
Annie Karni and Maggie Haberman at NYT > U.S. > Politics - 10 hours ago
State Republican parties in Arizona, Kansas, Nevada and South Carolina
intend to cancel their presidential primaries. The president’s opponents
denounced the move.
The Republican party cannot afford to split.
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The Republican party cannot afford to split.
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Trump Administration Considers a Drastic Cut in Refugees Allowed to Enter U.S.
Julie Hirschfeld Davis and Michael D. Shear at NYT > U.S. > Politics - 12 hours ago
Two options administration officials will consider next week would all but
end the United States’ status as one of the leading places accepting
refugees from around the world.
They might vote.
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They might vote.
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How ‘Star Trek’ Pushed Cory Booker to Make It So
Sopan Deb at NYT > U.S. > Politics - 12 hours ago
His favorite captain is Jean-Luc Picard. He thinks President Trump has a
little Ferengi in him. A conversation with Senator Cory Booker about hope,
“Star Trek” and his father.
Star Trek is hopeful.
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Star Trek is hopeful.
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More House Republicans Ask: Why Win Re-election When You Can Retire Instead
Emily Cochrane and Julie Hirschfeld Davis at NYT > U.S. > Politics - 14 hours ago
A majority of the Republicans planning to leave the House could have easily
held onto their seats — but they most likely didn’t want to suffer any more
time in the minority.
Here’s an Early Glimpse of the Economic Backdrop for the 2020 Election
Neil Irwin at NYT > U.S. > Politics - 14 hours ago
The numbers don’t suggest a recession is underway, but they aren’t
consistent with rip-roaring growth.
Complaint Filed After Door Closes on Drag Performers With Down Syndrome
Julia Jacobs at NYT > U.S. > Politics - 14 hours ago
A Republican congressional candidate declined to host the performers,
questioning whether they could give their “full and informed consent.”
Pence’s Stay at Trump Resort in Ireland and Trump’s G7 Plans Draw Democrats’ Scrutiny
Nicholas Fandos at NYT > U.S. > Politics - 16 hours ago
The Democrats argued that the president could benefit financially if his
administration spends taxpayer dollars on stays at his private company’s
properties.
Howard Schultz, Former Starbucks Chief, Won’t Run for President in 2020
Matt Stevens at NYT > U.S. > Politics - 18 hours ago
Mr. Schultz said he had concluded that an independent bid would pose too
great a risk of helping President Trump win a second term.
Trump Aides’ Poll Finds Gun Control Politically Problematic for the President
Maggie Haberman and Jonathan Martin at NYT > U.S. > Politics - 18 hours ago
A poll shows gun measures would not help the president with his base,
though he reassured Senator Joe Manchin III, a Democrat, that he was still
considering them.
Hiring Slowed in August, but Wage Gains Accelerated
Nelson D. Schwartz at NYT > U.S. > Politics - 20 hours ago
The figures show that the economy continues to add jobs but at a more
modest pace as the trade war intensifies and global growth slows.
Andrew Yang’s Quest to ‘Make America Think Harder’
Matt Stevens at NYT > U.S. > Politics - 20 hours ago
The entrepreneur turned presidential candidate is explaining automation to
the masses. And as voters realize he is serious and substantive, he is
gaining a passionate following.
Russia’s Playbook for Disrupting Democracy
NYT > U.S. > Politics - 20 hours ago
A New TV Show from The New York Times on FX and Hulu
On Politics: Markets Soar on News of China Talks
NYT > U.S. > Politics - 1 day ago
Financial markets have swayed with each turn of President Trump’s trade war.Fake news.
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