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Health
Why the New Coronavirus (Mostly) Spares Children
So far, very few young children seem to be falling ill. The pattern was seen in outbreaks of SARS and MERS, too.Less developed immune systems react much less vigorously to novel coronaviruses.
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Opinion
Mike Bloomberg: Fixing Inequality Is My Priority
Right now, the rewards of the economy are far too concentrated at the top.Most people don't want to fix inequality.
They want to be on the top end.
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U.S.
What It Was Like to Work for Andrew Yang
He has called his campaign “the journey of my life.” But what got lost in the novelty of his bid, former employees say, was scrutiny of his life before this particular journey.https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Slender_Man
Haunting . . .
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World
China Tightens Wuhan Lockdown in ‘Wartime’ Battle With Coronavirus
With infections doubling every four days and more than 600 deaths, China intensified its response in Wuhan, with house-to-house temperature checks and mass confinements at quarantine centers.A virus is not an idea.
It is not clear if people recover.
It is presumed that they do.
The infectious period is also unclear.
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U.S.
Muddled Democratic Race Hurtles to New Hampshire
A remarkable level of discord enveloped the start of the nominating process as results from Iowa’s troubled caucuses showed Pete Buttigieg and Bernie Sanders in a dead heat.Mayor Pete is a surprise.
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World
Chinese Doctor, Silenced After Warning of Outbreak, Dies From Coronavirus
Dr. Li Wenliang issued a warning about a strange new virus. Then the authorities summoned him for questioning.Sad.
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U.S.
An Oklahoma Man Lost His Son. A Day Later, He Drove Onto a Crowded Sidewalk.
High school cross-country runners were starting their afternoon run on Monday when a pickup truck plowed into them, killing two students.I do not read minds.
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World
China Pledged to Build a New Hospital in 10 Days. It’s Close.
State news outlets reported that the 1,000-bed facility would accept patients from Monday even as construction workers raced to complete it.This is the wrong treatment.
Asymptomatic infection will have the entire community infected.
The death rate appears low.
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New York
Brokers’ Fees Ban: Renters Are Jubilant, but Agents Are Reeling
An industry that employs 25,000 workers fears job losses after a sudden ban on brokers’ fees for New York renters.No loss to the renters. There are no "affordable" rentals.
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New York
Furor Erupts Over Killing of Witness in MS-13 Gang Case
The death became a flash point in the debate over changes to the criminal justice system adopted in New York.The police are upset about the elimination of bail for nonviolent offenses.
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Elizabeth Warren Has a Pete Buttigieg Problem
In Iowa and New Hampshire, it’s Mr. Buttigieg — not Bernie Sanders — who
has complicated Ms. Warren’s path, winning over college-educated white
voters using a similar message of Democratic unity.
Politics is not civilized.
2
160 Nations Ban These Weapons. The U.S. Now Embraces Them.
Cold War weapons like cluster munitions and antipersonnel mines again are
approved for use, but the Pentagon seems to lack a coherent strategy for
them.
Trump believes in total war.
The military knows better.
In nuclear war there are no winners.
3
Farm Bailout Paid to Brazilian Meat Processor Angers Lawmakers
Lawmakers want to know why a Brazilian-owned company got payments from a
program aimed to help American farmers weather President Trump’s trade war.
Trump did not know better.
4
The Latest New Hampshire Polls: Buttigieg Looks Competitive
Five days before the New Hampshire primary, the race is looking more like a
two front-runner competition between Pete Buttigieg and Bernie Sanders.
Young and smart.
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Joe Biden Shakes Up Campaign Leadership, Elevating Anita Dunn
Ms. Dunn, who worked in the Obama White House, is taking on a new role as
Mr. Biden seeks a reset after a disappointing fourth-place finish in Iowa.
Joe Biden should not be President.
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Howard_Dean
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Buttigieg Leads Sanders in Iowa Delegates, 13-12. So, Who Won?
Mr. Buttigieg has picked up the most pledged delegates so far, but it’s
early in the race: 1,990 pledged delegates are needed to secure the
Democratic presidential nomination.
None of the four won.
The three leaders stepped on each other.
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Buttigieg Leads Sanders in Iowa Delegates, 13-12, With One Outstanding
Mr. Buttigieg has picked up the most pledged delegates so far, but the race
is early: 1,990 pledged delegates are needed to secure the Democratic
presidential nomination.
washingtonpost.com/politics/2020/
The increase in Trump’s approval rating probably has more to do with sad Democrats not answering their phones than with any real change in public opinion.
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House Approves Puerto Rico Aid Package, but a Path Forward Is Murky
The commonwealth has been battered by national disasters and human error,
but Republicans have resisted sending the island more money.
Sooner is better. As soon as you can is best.
The Republicans are thinking empire.
The reality is federal property.
The money is owed.
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Thirteenth_Amendment_to_the_United_States_Constitution
9
MAGA War on Architectural Diversity Weaponizes Greek Columns
The Trump administration may impose a classical style on new federal
buildings, a proposal aimed at the heart of modernism and diversity.
Athens depended on slavery.
10
How Pete Buttigieg Became the Surprise of the Iowa Caucuses
Joe Biden’s organization remained weak. Bernie Sanders and Elizabeth Warren
focused on cities and college towns. Mr. Buttigieg, however, went
everywhere.
He puts young face on an old policy.
Warren puts an old face on a new policy.
Sanders is Norman Thomas come again.
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Norman_Thomas
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/History_of_the_socialist_movement_in_the_United_States
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Alexander Vindman Fired and Escorted From the White House
Lt. Col. Alexander Vindman, whose testimony in the House inquiry infuriated
President Trump and his allies, will be reassigned within the military,
officials said. “I’m not happy with him,” Trump said. Colonel Vindman’s
brother was fired too.
Donald Trump is not a forgiving man.
12
Joe Walsh Ends Presidential Campaign Against Trump
Mr. Walsh, a conservative radio show host and former Republican lawmaker
from Illinois, was running a long-shot bid for the party’s presidential
nomination.
King Trump
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Mitch McConnell Wasn’t Always Loved by Republicans. He Is Now.
When he secured President Trump’s acquittal in the impeachment trial, the
Senate majority leader completed a journey from staid establishment figure
to conservative icon.
A journey in our minds only.
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Mitch_McConnell
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Tonight’s New Hampshire Debate: What Time It Is and What to Watch For
Seven Democratic presidential candidates will face off onstage four days
before the New Hampshire primary.
Drama ruled. I did not watch.
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On Politics: Hanging-Chad Flashbacks
Everyone loves a recount, right? It might happen, or maybe not. This is
your morning tip sheet.
Never mind.
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Karen Pierce Is Named U.K. Ambassador to U.S.
She succeeds Kim Darroch, who resigned after his candid assessment of the
Trump administration as diplomatically “clumsy and inept” caused an uproar.
Boris Johnson needs a trade deal.
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Five Places to Visit in Oakland With Fantastic Negrito
The Grammy-winning musician, a true believer in his hometown’s intoxicating
energy, riffs on his favorite spots.
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Negrito
https://fantasticnegrito.com/
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Fantastic_Negrito
I will visit Oakland if invited.
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What It Was Like to Work for Andrew Yang
He has called his campaign “the journey of my life.” But what got lost in
the novelty of his bid, former employees say, was scrutiny of his life
before this particular journey.
Andrew Yang will not be the candidate.
He has dropped out.
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Social Security: Where Do the 2020 Candidates Stand?
Democratic presidential contenders are proposing expanding benefits,
including Joe Biden, whose stance has evolved. President Trump’s position
is much less clear.
All agree that the benefit must be increased.
Trump would starve the program.
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Democratic Candidates Reject Trump’s Foreign Policy, but Don’t Agree on Theirs
A New York Times survey of the Democratic presidential hopefuls found differences on Israel, North Korea, cyberweapons and the use of military force.Trump will do more damage before leaving.
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https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Saint_Valentine
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Valentine%27s_Day
I have been having a head cold.
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