Friday, July 13, 2018

@22:35 7/12/18

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1
New York

‘Hey, Tex’

Helping a friend from out of town settle into a studio apartment.

Carpentry skills are rare in the city.

2
New York

Senator Does a U-Turn on Speed Cameras in School Zones

Martin J. Golden, a Republican whose held multiple positions on speed cameras, has urged the State Senate to return to Albany to renew them before the law permitting them expires.

Calling for a special session lets say he is for cameras while having no cameras.
"Having his cake and eating it too."

3
World

Netanyahu Says Putin Agreed to Restrain Iran in Syria

As Syrian government forces press their offensive in southwestern Syria, the diplomatic battle has already turned to what postwar Syria will look like.

Putin has only diplomatic influence with Iran.
Putin owns Asad.

I can't get informed comment;  https://www.juancole.com/

4
Arts

Samantha Bee on Her Emmy Nominations and the Changing Face of Late Night


There should be more noise about P.R.

5
U.S.

FEMA Was Sorely Unprepared for Puerto Rico Hurricane, Report Says

When a killer storm came to Puerto Rico, FEMA’s warehouse on the island was nearly empty, with not a single tarpaulin or cot left in stock.

FEMA knew and hid the problem.

6
Technology

Obama and Other Big Names on Twitter Lose Millions of Fake Followers

As the platform began slashing fake accounts from users’ followers, some popular figures — including Ellen DeGeneres, Shaquille O’Neal, Justin Bieber, Rihanna and Ashton Kutcher — lost a million or more each.

Probably a good thing.

7
Business Day

Johnson & Johnson Told to Pay $4.7 Billion in Talcum Powder Case

Johnson & Johnson must pay damages to women who claimed that asbestos in its products caused them to develop ovarian cancer.

J&J should appeal.
Asbestos should not cause ovarian cancer.
Asbestos causes many other cancers.

8
U.S.

As Trade War Persists, Mnuchin Says China Talks Have ‘Broken Down’

Concern is growing among businesses and lawmakers in both parties that President Trump has no clear strategy to resolve the escalating dispute.

I am aware and trying to think.

9
Opinion

It Just Got Harder to Fire Mueller


10
U.S.

Secret Service Issues Guide to Help Prevent School Shootings

The report backs the formation of “threat assessment teams” made up of mental health, law enforcement and education professionals to identify troubled students.

 It is better to listen to the students.



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1
Travel

What to Pack for a Trip to Greenport, N.Y.

Eat local oysters, drink regional wine and take in the beautiful beaches and scenery in Greenport, N.Y. Before you plan your trip, grab these essentials to make the most of your visit.

A good place.
I could meet you there.
I will be away through the 18th.

2
U.S.

Charlottesville Rally Organizer Agrees to Discourage Violence in Future Demonstrations

Calling it a “purely tactical decision,” Jason Kessler, an organizer of last year’s “Unite the Right” march, has agreed to discourage people attending his rallies from acting violently.

I would avoid Charlottesville when the reactionaries rally.
I trust him not.

3
U.S.

Secret Service Issues Guide to Help Prevent School Shootings


Spreading fear does not help.

4
Opinion

The Quiet Death of Racial Progress

How can we stop backsliding toward inequality?

I am uncomfortable when David Brooks is correct.


New York

‘Hey, Tex’


6
U.S.

As Trade War Persists, Mnuchin Says China Talks Have ‘Broken Down’

Concern is growing among businesses and lawmakers in both parties that President Trump has no clear strategy to resolve the escalating dispute.

Jul 11
As I said, Trump doesn't want a deal, he *wants* things to fall apart
 Krugman quotes a Washington Post article.

7
Opinion

Susan Rice: Trump Must Not Capitulate to Putin

There is so much to lose and so little to gain for the United States in the Trump-Putin summit next week.

We can hope for the advice and consent of the senate to limit Trump.


New York

Letitia James, With Cuomo’s Help, Raises $1 Million in Attorney General Race

With the backing of Gov. Andrew Cuomo and the state Democratic Party, Ms. James has raised more than $1 million in the most recent reporting period.

Letitia James can have my vote so far.

9
Sports

Years After Retiring, Li Na Wields Major Influence in Tennis

Li’s power as a symbol of success in China has not receded, on the court or off.

Fine by me.

https://www.theguardian.com/uk

Trump is nasty.

https://www.theguardian.com/uk

10
Arts

Benedict Cumberbatch on His Emmy Nod for Bringing Patrick Melrose to Life

Mr. Cumberbatch’s role in “Patrick Melrose” was one of his most daunting yet, and it earned him an Emmy nomination for best actor in a limited series.

I will have to see the work.
Sadly, not soon.

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

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