Friday, December 8, 2017

@21:24, 12/7/17

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U.S.

Al Franken to Resign From Senate Amid Harassment Allegations

The Democratic senator of Minnesota announced his plans to resign, a day after a sixth woman accused him of misconduct and dozens of his colleagues called for him to step down.

A done deal.
Stay on to vote against Trump.

2
Opinion

Franken Is Leaving and Trump Is Still Here

The #MeToo movement works only with men who can be shamed.

Defeat the Republicans.

3
Magazine

These Three Ingredients Will Brighten Any Vegetable

Coconut, chiles and garlic add heat and sweetness

OK

4
World

After Questioning Security at South Korean Olympics, Officials Say U.S. Looks Forward to Participating

The White House press secretary said that no official decision has been made, and that U.S. and South Korea are working to secure the venues.

No story.

5
U.S.

Futures in Jeopardy, ‘Dreamers’ Get Backing of Big Names and Businesses

A well-financed advertising and lobbying campaign for DACA beneficiaries is pushing Congress for a deal.

The Republicans are mad.

 6
Opinion

Can Trump Bring Peace to the Middle East?

After a half-century of failed peace initiatives, his administration seems to believe the stars have finally aligned.

More insanity.

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Business Day

Harold Ford Jr. Fired by Morgan Stanley Over Inappropriate ‘Conduct’

Mr. Ford, a former congressman turned Wall Street rainmaker, was terminated by the financial services firm for behavior it said was “inconsistent with our values and in violation of our policies.”

The numbers are still small.

8
Travel

36 Hours in Jackson Hole, Wyo.

Expansive wilderness, superlative skiing and a top-notch food scene await visitors to this charming, idiosyncratic town and valley.

If you wish.
I never did learn to downhill ski.

9
The Upshot

Being a Doctor Is Hard. It’s Harder for Women.

Female medical residents and physicians endure bias and a larger burden with home duties. They also face a greater risk of depression.

Yes.

The Russian experience appears to be a leveling down.

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Business Day

G.E. Cuts Jobs as It Navigates a Shifting Energy Market

General Electric is cutting 18 percent of the jobs in its power division as it tries to keep pace with seismic shifts in the global energy market.

I cannot read the mind of John L. Flannery from this report.
The Chinese may have won another round.

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