Monday, April 2, 2018

@21:28 4/2/18

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1
Opinion

What’s the Matter With Trumpland?

On the economics and politics of America’s growing economic disunion.

Rustication does not work for people who must actively earn.

https://en.wiktionary.org/wiki/rustication
https://en.wiktionary.org/wiki/rusticate#English     Take meanings 3. and 4.

2
Food

Just in Time for Gin and Tonic Season

The Socarrat paella bars serve a tasty version of the drink called the Classico, with juniper berries and bitters.

https://www.nytimes.com/2008/10/08/dining/reviews/08rest.html

Dim sum with wine.  Excellent.

3
Opinion

Vladimir Putin, the Most Influential Man in the World

The Russian president knows the advantages of authority.

Democracy is not dependent on a leader.
It is individually directed along the direction of "the wisdom of crowds".
It must not compromise with a command organization. The command organization will not yield to less than overwhelming force. The forces thad guide a democracy are relatively gentle.  A representative republic is somewhat stiffer.  The representatives hold opinions on what is desirable for the nation that are close to identicle they debate and choose a course that accomplishes the consensus.
Brooks holds a fixed false idea of the proper direction for the nation.


U.S.

Family’s Fatal Plunge Off Cliff May Have Been Intentional, Authorities Say

The parents and at least three of their six adopted children died in the crash. One of the missing children, Devonte Hart, had a brush with fame over a 2014 viral photo.

I do not read minds or claim to know the intentions of the dead.  
In this case the intentions are a speculation by the authorities.

5
Fashion & Style

What Black Women Need to Know About Hair Loss

For many women who are now letting go of their wigs and weaves, hair loss is no small problem. There are ways to conceal it.

I am not going to worry about hair. 
I have much less than I did.

6
Food

Another World’s Fair Heads to Queens, This One for Foodies

A festival featuring 100 chefs, food vendors and restaurants hits the Citi Field parking lot on April 28 and 29.

I would happily accompany you.

7
Sports

No Sweatpants in Public: Inside the Rule Books for N.F.L. Cheerleaders

They’re subject to rules on etiquette and hygiene, including shaving techniques. Panthers cheerleaders must leave the stadium to change into their personal clothes.

The rules are a condition of "employment".
The women are volunteers.
The show is for the fans.

8
Sports

Pernilla Lindberg Wins ANA Inspiration on Eighth Playoff Hole

Lindberg, a 31-year-old Swede, held off Inbee Park on Monday after a two-day, eight-hole playoff at the first L.P.G.A. major of the year.

The Huskies lost to Notre Dame 92 - 89.
https://www.nytimes.com/interactive/2018/03/12/sports/ncaa-women-bracket-printable.html

9
Crosswords & Games

What the Heck Is That?: NIOBE

A look at one of the most revealed entries in the past week’s crossword puzzles.

Sooner is better.      As soon as you can is best.

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U.S.

Ethan Couch, ‘Affluenza Teen’ Who Killed 4 While Driving Drunk, Is Freed

Mr. Couch spent 720 days in jail after killing four people and paralyzing a fifth in a car crash. His defense contended that he was too rich to know right from wrong.

He will soon be back in jail.  He will violate his parole.


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