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Public Health Experts Reject President’s View of Fading Pandemic
Contrary to Trump’s recent comments, specialists say, recent increases are
real, and the virus is like a “forest fire” that will burn as long as there
is fuel.
Covid-19 is gaining.
2
Vast Federal Aid Has Capped Rise in Poverty, Studies Find
But researchers caution this does not mean low-income families are escaping
hardship. And they warn that when the aid expires next month, families
could again be vulnerable.
Relief works.
3
On North Korea and Iran, Bolton Blames ‘the Split Between Trump and Trump’
In his memoir, the hawkish national security adviser describes a president
who simultaneously wanted to sound tough and strike a deal — any deal —
that he could portray as a victory.
Trump does not do diplomacy because he is incapable of understanding its process.
4
Behind Joe Biden’s Evolution on L.G.B.T.Q. Rights
Mr. Biden’s support for same-sex marriage in 2012 was a reversal for him
and a watershed moment in his shift — and the nation’s — on L.G.B.T.Q.
issues.
Ultimately people are sexual.
Marriage is a civil contract.
5
Week-end Wrap – Political Economy – June 21, 2020
Week-end Wrap – Political Economy – June 21, 2020 by Tony Wikrent
Countering the surveillance state How to Prepare a Cheap Burner Phone for
Protesting [The Intercept, June 15, 2020] IF YOU’RE TAKING to the streets
to demand justice for the victims of police brutality and homicide, you may
want to leave your phone at […]
He is short of clinical paranoia.
6
Monmouth University to Remove Woodrow Wilson’s Name From Building
“Wilson was a controversial politician, and I think it has heightened
awareness in 2020 about some of his racist policies,” said the president of
the university, which is in New Jersey.
Wilson deserves his status as one of the better presidents.
7
Trump Seeks a Cultural Safe Space Amid a Deadly Pandemic
In his first rally since the global coronavirus pandemic suspended the
campaign trail, President Trump played the hits.
Trump's rally was a failure.
8
Fact-Checking Trump’s Tulsa Rally: Covid-19, Protesters and Biden
In his first rally in months, President Trump made multiple statements that
were false, misleading or lacked evidence.
The facts are not with Trump.
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9
Jay Clayton, Low-Profile Regulator, Is Catapulted Into a Political Fight
Amid a muted tenure at the S.E.C., the corporate lawyer is now the Trump
administration’s intended nominee to be the top prosecutor for the Southern
District of New York.
Trump wants to keep himself and his friends out of prison.
10
Trump’s Tulsa Rally Fizzles as Seats Go Empty
President Trump’s attempt to revive his re-election bid sputtered badly as
he traveled to Tulsa for his first mass rally in months but found a small
crowd and delivered a disjointed speech.
Trump's campaign built it. They did not come.
11
Who Can Fire a Court-Appointed U.S. Attorney? An Abrupt Legal Fight, Explained
The top federal prosecutor in Manhattan had refused to let the attorney
general fire him, but acquiesced after William P. Barr invoked the
president.
The president can though he does not control the succession.
12
Waiting for Trump: Hats, Flags, Little Fear of the Virus
Supporters waiting to attend President Trump’s return to the campaign trail
displayed their loyalty to him, though there were empty seats as the
program started.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=f1WYrSQlVec
13
Judge Rejects Trump Request for Order Blocking Bolton’s Memoir
But the judge also sharply criticized the former national security adviser,
suggesting his $2 million book advance may be in jeopardy.
Late as usual.
14
In Kentucky, Racial Justice Movement Transforms Quest to Oust McConnell
Amy McGrath was considered a safe bet in the Democratic primary. But the
recent movement for racial justice has elevated the candidacy of her
African-American rival, Charles Booker, in the race to defeat Mitch
McConnell.
I just want him out.
15
What to Know About the Tulsa Greenwood Massacre
As many as 300 people were killed in 1921 when a white mob attacked the
Greenwood district of Tulsa, a thriving black community, and burned it to
the ground.
The district was leveled and the memory deleted.
16
Joni Ernst and Donald Trump Could Both Be in Trouble in Iowa
Iowa seemed out of reach for Democrats not too long ago. Now, the
presidential race appears to be tightening, and Senator Ernst, a
Republican, is facing a strong challenge from a political newcomer.
Iowa may have improbably changed.
17
The Walls of the Church Couldn’t Keep the Trump Era Out
The young pastor wasn’t sure his congregation would like what he had to say
and had no idea where it would lead all of them. He found himself at a
crossroads of God, Alabama and Donald Trump.
The congregation is the church.
18
Trump’s ‘What Do You Have to Lose?’ Presidency Is Rallying Again
As an encapsulation of the president’s worldview, some former associates
say, there is perhaps no beating the text of a campaign waiver: “guests
voluntarily assume all risks.”
I have much to lose.
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Open Thread
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Sooner is better. As soon as you can is best.
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What to Watch For at Trump’s Tulsa Campaign Rally
Will the thousands of Trump supporters wear masks? What time is the rally?
How will President Trump talk about race? What protests will he face?
Here’s what you need to know.
Empty seats and sections.
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