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Trump to Host the Nationals, Putting Aside Fans’ Boos
A week after he was greeted by “lock him up” chants at Nationals Park,
President Trump will host the World Series champions at the White House.
But at least one star will stay away.
A command performance by both parties.
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Race/Related: Are Extremists Hijacking the Internet?
An interview with Andrew Marantz, the author of “Antisocial: Online
Extremists, Techno-Utopians, and the Hijacking of the American
Conversation.”
They will if they can.
There are no effective police on this public square.
Let us not broadcast.
3
Russia Held Up an Ailing American Military Attaché From Leaving Moscow
The American was safely evacuated, but the episode was the latest
indication that Russian intimidation of American officials has reached
levels unseen since the Cold War.
Diplomacy needs more respect.
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Open Thread
Use the comments of this post to discuss topics unrelated to recent posts.
Sooner is better. As soon as you can is best.
I will no longer answer at 516.
https://www.ianwelsh.net/is-california-a-third-world-state/
Governance needs more attention.
Executives will not like the taking.
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Taking
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Eminent_domain
Utilities are often privatised.
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Public_utility
California must pay more attention
along with the rest of the nation.
5
5 Takeaways From the Latest Iowa Poll
What we know: Elizabeth Warren has seized much of Bernie Sanders’ youthful
following, and her coalition transcends divisions over policy. What we
don’t know: A lot, still.
Ask the enfranchised of Iowa.
This is called caucusing.
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Caucus
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Caucus#Caucuses_to_select_election_candidates
6
This Week’s 3 Top Impeachment Developments
A fractured House voted on the inquiry. A firsthand account of the Ukraine
call. Bolton is summoned to testify.
Impeachment is certain.
I feel little need to follow developments in detail.
7
Trump’s Twitter Presidency: 9 Key Takeaways
A sweeping Times investigation of all President Trump's tweets and
followers shows how he has transformed the platform into a vital, and
perilous, instrument of power.
Trump is known to lie.
8
Paula White, Newest White House Aide, Is a Uniquely Trumpian Pastor
Ms. White, a Florida televangelist, is being brought into the Trump
administration to help shore up his evangelical base — even though some
Christians consider her beliefs heretical.
Separation of church and state must be the U.S. law.
Another reason to remove Trump and his party.
9
The End of Betomania
Beto O’Rourke’s meme-ready instincts and hope-and-change flourishes seemed
like a credible bet to counter President Trump. Until they didn’t.
Beto O’Rourke is not the only contender who should drop out.
The Democratic national convention will have more than enough work to do.
10
Beto Is Out and Warren’s Way to Pay: This Week in the 2020 Race
Here’s a rundown of what happened in the Democratic primary race this week.
U.S. news this week.
11
Nobody Waved Goodbye: Trump’s Relationship With New York Was Already Over
Mr. Trump’s decision to shift his home base to Palm Beach also comes at a
time when the president has been disengaged from daily operations at the
Trump Organization.
He will need a home.
12
Under Trump, Iraqis Who Helped U.S. in War Are Stalled in Refugee System
Just 4,000 have been deemed eligible to enter the United States over the
next year, and a slowdown in the screening process means far fewer are
likely to come.
Trump will not keep a promise.
13
Donald Trump Jr. Critiques Mueller in New Book
The president’s son devotes space in his new book to mocking Robert S.
Mueller III’s performance testifying before lawmakers in July.
Sales should be poor.
14
Beto O’Rourke Ends His Campaign
NYT > U.S. > Politics - 17 hours ago
Speaking to supporters in Des Moines, former Representative Beto O’Rourke
of Texas pledged to support the Democratic nominee in 2020 “with everything
that I’ve got.”
He might get a senate seat if one is available.
He should try for a house seat.
15
The ‘Whimpering’ Terrorist Only Trump Seems to Have Heard
President Trump offered a vivid account of the ISIS leader Abu Bakr
al-Baghdadi “crying and screaming” in the final minutes before his death.
The only problem: No one else knows what he’s talking about.
Trump is known to lie.
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As Government Officials Testify Against Trump, Critics Question Why an Author Stays Anonymous
The official whose critical article will now be a book knows how the
president “likes to distract attention from a message,” says the author’s
agent.
Whistle blowing should not end a career.
The evidence of abuse of power is overwhelming.
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Guantánamo Testimony Details Initial Handling of Prisoners Accused of Plotting 9/11
A former commander of the most secretive part of the prison compound told
how the accused plotters of the Sept. 11 attacks were guarded by a secret
force dressed like U.S. troops.
The prison at Guantánamo Bay should never have been made.
Its existence is probably a crime.
18
The Trump Impeachment Inquiry: The Week Ahead
Congress will be on a weeklong break, but the committees and staff
conducting the investigation will continue interviewing a number of
important witnesses.
OK.
19
Trump to Name Chad Wolf as Acting Secretary
The White House declined to indicate who would lead the department on a
permanent basis.
Sad.
20
House Republicans Tried to Prank Democrats on Their Impeachment Votes. Capitol Police Investigated.
The House Republican campaign arm sent empty boxes to the offices of Democrats who endorsed the impeachment inquiry. They were deemed suspicious packages.Another reason for a change.
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