Tuesday, February 12, 2019

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1
Opinion

Trump’s Nightmare Opponents

Amy Klobuchar, Sherrod Brown and how to be a middle-class fighter.

Candidates first duty is to get elected.

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U.S.

In Closed Hearing, a Clue About ‘the Heart’ of Mueller’s Russia Inquiry

Prosecutors for the special counsel suggested plans discussed by Trump associates to address Russia’s conflict with Ukraine and the resulting sanctions remained at the center of the investigation.

There may be a conspiracy.
There was almost certainly Russian interference.
Psychological warfare has become habitual.


U.S.

El Paso’s Message for Trump Before Rally: Don’t Speak for Us

President Trump has scheduled a rally in El Paso, which he has used as an example of the security a border wall can bring. But many city officials don’t agree.

Yes

4
Arts

2019 Grammy Winners: The Complete List

A list of the winners from the 61st annual Grammy Awards.

https://www.nytimes.com/slideshow/2019/02/10/style/grammys-red-carpet.html

I have not been listening.

5
World

Sexual Abuse of Nuns: Longstanding Church Scandal Emerges From Shadows

Pope Francis’ acknowledgment of the problem came after decades of allegations and seeming Vatican inaction, and arrived at a time of heightened awareness of sexual abuse in the #MeToo era.

Rape cannot be tolerated.

Solitary confinement should be considered.

6
Opinion

Your Grandchildren Are Already in Debt

It’s irresponsible to pretend that America can add splashy new social programs without finding a way to pay for them.

Bonds work.
Taxes are necessary.
Taxes must exceed average costs.
Bond holders get paid mostly with the revenue from new bonds.
The founders descendants are still paying for the revolution.
Alexander Hamilton set that up.

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U.S.

Prosecutors Told Judge That Manafort Might Have Lied in Hopes of a Pardon

Prosecutors also expressed concern that Mr. Manafort was misleading them about his contacts with administration officials, the transcript of a court hearing shows.

yes

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U.S.

Internet Sees a Clapback in Nancy Pelosi’s Applause of Trump

When Speaker Nancy Pelosi clapped as President Trump gave his State of the Union address on Tuesday night, many social media users declared her the queen of shade.

Trump must learn to compromise.

9
Smarter Living

How to Tidy Up After You’ve Kondo-ed Everything

If the Tidying Up with Marie Kondo Netflix show inspired you to throw out the things that don’t “spark joy,” here’s what to do with what’s left.

Living is a clutter of continuing and evolving projects.

10
Opinion

In State of the Union Speech, Trump Comes Out as a Feminist

And this is just one of many fictitious alter egos to emerge.

Teasing is bad politics.

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U.S.

Democratic Donor Who Pivoted to Trump Draws Scrutiny in Inaugural Inquiry

Imaad Zuberi gave $900,000 to President Trump’s inaugural committee after backing Hillary Clinton in 2016, opening doors but also raising questions.

Imaad Zuberi has overpriced his cash.

12
Sports

Dogs Before Instagram

Vintage photos from the New York Times archive show the enduring power of the pooch.

The times hires good photographers.

13
Opinion

Saudi Arabia’s Threadbare Cover-Up of Khashoggi’s Killing Unravels Further

The crown prince, Mohammed bin Salman, was overheard threatening to silence the self-exiled Washington Post journalist “with a bullet.”

Saudi Arabia is a sovereign nation.

The Turks have a diplomatic issue.
The U.S. has no grounds to be other than unhappy.

14
U.S.

Seattle Hit by Unusually Heavy Snowfall Moving Across Pacific Northwest

A rare confluence of winter storms slammed Seattle with as much snow in one day as it usually gets in an entire year.

Snow is a nuisance and a pleasure if one is not required to travel on wheels.

15
Food.

20 Wines Under $20: A Little More Money for a Lot More Wine

Value in wine does not mean the cheapest price. The extra dimensions of distinctiveness and interest usually require $15 to $20 a bottle.

I like wine.  I do not buy it.

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U.S.

‘Progressive Prosecutor’: Can Kamala Harris Square the Circle?

Ms. Harris seemed to try to be all things to all people as a district attorney and state attorney general. Now, as she runs for president, her record faces a chorus of critics, especially on the left.

I will not decide against her.
She must win the Democratic convention.

17
Travel

The First Three Things You Should Find in Every City You Visit

As soon as you land in a new city and get to your hotel, there are three key places you should find before you head out to explore.

Something like that. 
I have found those services.

18
Opinion

Yes, Tax the Rich. But Do It Right.

Steven Rattner responds to readers who have doubts about his plan to raise revenue from the uber wealthy.

I don't know what right is.
Taxing wealth in addition to income progressively makes sense to me.
We must assume that governments spend for the benefit of the whole of society.
Local subsidies are questionable.

19
U.S.

‘Dangerous Territory’ for Democrats as Republicans Seize Venezuela Moment in Miami

If President Trump helps force President Nicolás Maduro out of office, Democrats fear it could transform Venezuelan Americans into loyal Republicans.

Forcing President Nicolás Maduro out of office is a bad idea.
Venezuela is a sovereign nation.  It is theoretically democratic.
The U.N. would have reason to complain.

20
Obituaries

Joe Sirola, Actor Who Found Riches in Commercials, Dies at 89

He made countless commercials; at one point it was said that people who listened to the radio or watched TV heard his voice every single day.

It was work.
Even work is not protection from the ravages of time.

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Memento_mori

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


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