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Ex-F.B.I. Agent Who Vanished on C.I.A. Mission to Iran Is Likely Dead, U.S. Concludes
The retired agent, Robert Levinson, was said to be the longest-held
American hostage in history. A scandal erupted inside the C.I.A. over his
disappearance.
I do not expect Iran to play nice.
I remember 72.
2
Colleges Get Billions in Coronavirus Relief, but Say Deal Falls Short of Needs
Congress’s emergency coronavirus bill would provide colleges and
universities with about $14 billion to weather shutdowns and move to
distance learning. That is unlikely to be enough.
The bill is a money bill.
It must start in the house.
The deal is blocked in the senate this evening.
3
Sanders Is Ready to Debate Again. Biden Says ‘We’ve Had Enough Debates.’
“I think we should get on with this,” Joe Biden said, dismissing the idea
that another debate is needed with his rival, Senator Bernie Sanders.
A televised debate is free publicity.
4
Fine Print of Stimulus Bill Contains Special Deals for Industries
Small banks, retailers and for-profit colleges got provisions they wanted.
So did Boeing. Among those who could potentially benefit: President Trump’s
company.
Progress is blocked by Republicans in the senate.
5
Citing Death Penalty, U.K. Court Blocks Giving Evidence on ISIS ‘Beatles’ to U.S.
The decision raised the question of whether the Trump administration will
promise not to seek the execution of two ISIS detainees accused of abusing
hostages.
Send them to Guantanimo after conviction.
It will please the Republicans.
6
Stimulus Checks, Unemployment Benefits and More Details From the Coronavirus Bill
The largest economic stimulus measure in modern history would authorize
direct payments to taxpayers and loans to small businesses, and create a
$500 billion corporate bailout fund.
Passage is blocked in the Senate by Republicans.
7
The People Leading When Leaders Do Not
Business owners, pastors and others are voluntarily closing their doors as
the coronavirus spreads, seeking to fill a void when clarity from political
leaders is lacking.
Failure to follow the protocol is self correcting.
8
Economic Consequences of The Pandemic
Or, I should say, rather, of the Fed and Congress’s actions. The Federal
Reserve is spending one trillion a day for 30 days (so far, they’ll spend
more) to prop up markets and financial firms. They’re buying debt, and
making non-recourse loans (non-recourse means there is no penalty for not
paying the loan back.) Congress’s […]
Liquidity will not correct a failure of demand.
The proposed bill is blocked in the senate by Republicans.
9
On Politics: We Have a Deal
An aid bill advances, and President Trump wants to jump-start the economy:
This is your morning tip sheet.
No deal.
The Republicans have been drinking the Kool Aid.
10
Pentagon Takes Restrained Role in Coronavirus Response, Despite Calls for Help
Officials are trying to determine the military’s role in safeguarding the
United States from a new enemy within its borders, even as commanders fear
infection across the ranks.
Trump is the commander in chief.
11
As States Delay Primaries, June 2 Is Suddenly a Big Tuesday on the Calendar
As many as 12 states may hold primaries on June 2, which now carries the
biggest delegate haul since Super Tuesday. That could change how the rest
of the Democratic race plays out.
It is the last possible day for a primary.
12
Senate Plans Vote on $2 Trillion Stimulus Bill After Sealing Bipartisan Deal
The package would provide direct payments to taxpayers, jobless benefits
and a $500 billion fund to assist distressed businesses, with oversight
requirements demanded by Democrats.
The seal did not stick.
13
How Andrew Cuomo, New York Governor, Became the Politician of the Moment
With his coronavirus briefings, Gov. Andrew Cuomo has emerged as an
authoritative voice in the crisis.
Andrew Cuomo speaks facts when he can.
14
U.N. Issues $2 Billion Appeal to Combat Virus and Urges Aid for Other Crises
Without continued humanitarian assistance, the U.N. warned, crisis areas
will be unable to contain the coronavirus, potentially killing millions of
people.
The U.N. will be ineffective.
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Trump Wants U.S. ‘Opened Up’ by Easter, Despite Health Officials’ Warnings
Trump would pay a high cost.
16
Shutdown Spotlights Economic Cost of Saving Lives
A full stop would be cheaper.
17
2020 Primary and Election: Has the Coronavirus Postponed It All?
We will see.
19
Slow Response to the Coronavirus Measured in Lost Opportunity
Sooner is better.
20
Facing Crisis, Arts Groups Push for Their Own Bailout
As museums shutter and theaters go dark, cultural institutions are calling for the government’s help. But they recognize they’re not the first priority during a pandemic.The pledges should continue.
The costs will be reduced.
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