Sunday, October 3, 2021

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Whistle-Blower to Accuse Facebook of Contributing to Jan. 6 Riot, Memo Says
In an internal memo, Facebook defended itself and said that social media was not a primary cause of polarization. read more
 
Facebook is not accused of being the primary cause of the 1/6/21 attempt on the U.S. congress.
It is accused of being an accessory before the fact.
It is not defending itself against that accusation.
 

Supporters of Abortion Rights, at Nationwide Marches, Try to Regain Momentum
A nationwide march for abortion rights on Saturday offered an early test of Democratic enthusiasm in the post-Trump era. read more
 
Noise brings legislation.
 
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Progressives Flex Muscles on Biden Agenda, Adopting New Tactics
Their persistence forced Speaker Nancy Pelosi to delay a planned vote on the $1 trillion infrastructure bill. In the end, President Biden sided with their position. read more
 
The whole five trillion package is infrastructure.
 Pass it all.
Do it now while interest rates are negative.
The plan stretches over ten years and can be funded in smaller chunks.

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Biden's Agenda in Doubt as He Aids Progressives in Fight With Moderates
Progressives flexed, but remain empty-handed. Moderates feel betrayed. The outcome of their battle could determine Democrats’ fate in the midterms and the success of the Biden presidency. read more
 
"Moderates"do not understand the problems.
 
 5
Pat Robertson Ends His Long Run as Host of ‘The 700 Club’
Mr. Robertson, the evangelical leader who started the show in the 1960s to help save the Christian Broadcasting Network, said his son would take over as host of the program. read more
 
Christianity does not have answers that work.
 
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The Lawyer Behind the Memo on How Trump Could Stay in Office
John Eastman was a little-known but respected conservative lawyer. Then he became influential with Donald Trump — and counseled him on how to retain power after losing the election. read more
 
"Winning is the only thing" 

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Ted Cruz Is Blocking Biden Nominees
Dozens of nominations have been held up by a fight between the Texas senator and the Biden administration over a Russian gas pipeline project. read more
 
The European market for Texas gas is more important to Ted Cruz than world trade.
 
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Narrator of ISIS Videos Flown to U.S. To Face Terrorism Charge
The man, Mohammed Khalifa, was captured in Syria in early 2019. He was part of the Islamic State’s Ministry of Media, which was responsible for publicizing the beheading of the American journalist James Foley. read more
 
The U.N. has a mechanism to deal with these problems.
Leave this matter with them.
 
9
Is Letitia James Running for New York Governor?
Ms. James, New York’s attorney general, has embarked on a campaign-like tour of the state and is discussing her plans with donors and officials. read more
 
She has not said.
 
10
Inside United Airlines’ Decision to Mandate Coronavirus Vaccines
Over the course of a year, the company and its unions grappled with when and how to require vaccination for its 67,000 U.S. employees. read more
 
Vaccination should be a condition of employment in a public facing industry.
 
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Federal Judge Hears Arguments Over Texas Abortion Law
The Justice Department said the law was intended to “violate the Constitution,” and asked for it to be suspended while the courts determine if it is legal. read more
 
The separation of church and state is essential.
 
12
Inflation Climbs at Fastest Pace in 30 Years as Supply Chain Snarls Linger
Inflation, once expected to fade quickly, is proving more stubborn. That ramps up tension among officials as they wait for pressures to fade. read more
 
There is no inflation at negative interest rates.
 
13
Biden Pulls Back a Vote on the Infrastructure Bill
After pressing toward a vote, Democratic leaders accepted “reality” that the bill could not pass before a broad climate change and safety net measure comes together. read more
 
Pass the whole five trillion program.
 
14
How a Stopgap Bill Could Restore Transportation Programs
When the new fiscal year began on Friday, some programs covered by the stalled infrastructure bill froze and about 3,700 workers were furloughed. read more
 
Pass the whole five trillion program.
 
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F.D.A. Panel to Weigh Pfizer Shots for Kids and Moderna Boosters
The timing of the meetings later this month suggests that the agency plans to move quickly to decide both issues. read more
 
The rules are the result of bitter experience.
 
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U.S. and Europe Announce New Trade Cooperation, but Disputes Linger
A new trade and technology partnership aims to counter China, but tensions over issues like metal tariffs remain. read more
 
The details get settled as trade continues.
 
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F.D.A. Panel to Discuss Pfizer Shots for Kids 5 to 11
The timing of the meetings indicates that the agency plans to move quickly to decide whether to authorize both the booster and pediatric doses, but only after it hears recommendations from the advisory committee. read more
 
Data is not prescription. 

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Arizona Senator Returns Home as Spending Deal Remains Elusive
In contrast, the other holdout to support President Biden’s sweeping social spending bill, Senator Joe Manchin III of West Virginia, is remaining in Washington this weekend. read more
 
Constituents are easier than debate.
 
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Why Is Everything So Last-Minute in D.C.? It's Complicated
The proliferation of dramatic, last-second congressional deals has increased dramatically in the hyperpartisan environment of the past quarter-century. read more
 
Everyone wants to feel important.
 
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Biden’s Slide With Key Voters: Momentary Blip or Danger Sign?
Polls show women and other reliably Democratic voters have soured on the president’s performance, raising questions about the causes of dissatisfaction. read more
 
Waiting in line is not popular.
It does not improve one's self image.
 
 
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