He Led a Top Navy Ship. Now He Sits in Quarantine, Fired and Infected.
Eric Schmitt and John Ismay at NYT > U.S. > Politics - 2 hours ago
Colleagues say the downfall of Capt. Brett E. Crozier was charging headlong
into the Trump administration’s narrative that it had everything in the
coronavirus pandemic under control.Whistle blowers are supposed to be protected.
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Progressives Built an Organizing Juggernaut for 2020. Then the Virus Hit.
Astead W. Herndon and Ian Prasad Philbrick at NYT > U.S. > Politics - 1 hour ago
After a disappointing turn in the presidential race, grass-roots
progressive groups focused on congressional races and down-ballot
campaigns. In weeks, the coronavirus has destroyed their plans.
There is a need to think. Democrats can do that.
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There is a need to think. Democrats can do that.
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Politics Through the Looking Glass: Virus Scrambles the Left-Right Lines
Jim Rutenberg at NYT > U.S. > Politics - 1 hour ago
A huge federal disaster response, new urgency around health care and a
debate over social distancing have muddled the nation’s ideological debate.
Health Care seems to be an overlay on normal politics.
Normal politics continues.
https://www.nytimes.com/2020/04/06/world/coronavirus-news.html
Family groups must become distributed.
The safety net is not competent.
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Health Care seems to be an overlay on normal politics.
Normal politics continues.
https://www.nytimes.com/2020/04/06/world/coronavirus-news.html
Family groups must become distributed.
The safety net is not competent.
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U.S. Military Seeks More Funding for Pacific Region After Pandemic
Julian E. Barnes at NYT > U.S. > Politics - 3 hours ago
A report delivered to Congress last week called for $20.1 billion in
equipment, exercises and defense investments to counter China in 2021 and
beyond.
The upgrades must deal with the obligations in the South China Sea.
Much of the money should go for diplomacy.
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The upgrades must deal with the obligations in the South China Sea.
Much of the money should go for diplomacy.
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With Campaigns in Remote Mode, Pandemic Upends Battle for Congress
Carl Hulse at NYT > U.S. > Politics - 3 hours ago
As retail campaigning has become all but impossible amid the public health
crisis, candidates tread carefully in an uncertain political environment.
The down ballot contests need more attention.
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The down ballot contests need more attention.
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April 5th Covid Data
Ian Welsh at Ian Welsh - 7 hours ago
A note from our benefactor: April 4th’s report was skipped because the data
were from 2:25 pm Saturday afternoon. The drop in doubling rates reflect
the additional 6 hours of delay. Today’s data normalize. The results of
the work I do, like this article, are free, but food isn’t, so if you value
my […]
Give the numbers a few days to shake down.
The length of a day seems to be uncertain.
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Give the numbers a few days to shake down.
The length of a day seems to be uncertain.
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Week-end Wrap – Political Economy – April 5, 2020
Tony Wikrent at Ian Welsh - 7 hours ago
Week-end Wrap – Political Economy – April 5, 2020 by Tony Wikrent Economics
Action Group, North Carolina Democratic Party Progressive Caucus Economic
Armageddon Coronavirus batters US economy as 6.65 million file for
unemployment last week [The Guardian April 2, 2020] Some 3.3 million had
filed for unemployment the previous week, bringing total claims to 9.95 […]
No surprises.
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No surprises.
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Top Democrats Press Treasury to Accelerate Airline Bailout
Alan Rappeport at NYT > U.S. > Politics - 8 hours ago
Senator Chuck Schumer and Speaker Nancy Pelosi are urging Treasury
Secretary Steven Mnuchin not to negotiate so aggressively that it deters
companies from taking aid to protect workers.
The airlines should continue.
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The airlines should continue.
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Coronavirus Scammers: Another Thing to Fear
Sharon LaFraniere and Chris Hamby at NYT > U.S. > Politics - 13 hours ago
The authorities say there has been a surge in fraud and cons seeking to
capitalize on fears of the virus.
Check on line.
Panic does not help.
Check on line.
Panic does not help.
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Trump Proceeds With Post-Impeachment Purge Amid Pandemic
Peter Baker at NYT > U.S. > Politics - 1 day ago
The president’s decision to fire the intelligence community’s inspector
general under cover of darkness indicated that his hunt for those he
considers disloyal continues.
Trump does not like or trust his staff.
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Trump does not like or trust his staff.
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In Congress, Doctors Are Pressing for a More Aggressive Coronavirus Response
Sheryl Gay Stolberg at NYT > U.S. > Politics - 1 day ago
There are about two dozen medical professionals in Congress, including 17
doctors, plus a former health secretary. Some are trying to shape the
coronavirus response.
The U.S. is against a logistic limit.
I do not know what the actual rates on infection are.
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The U.S. is against a logistic limit.
I do not know what the actual rates on infection are.
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Biden Has Talked to Sanders About Process for Picking a VP
Katie Glueck at NYT > U.S. > Politics - 1 day ago
On a virtual fund-raiser, Mr. Biden also mused aloud about filling
positions like secretary of state, attorney general and chief of staff, but
said, “I haven’t asked anybody yet.’’
Both need to think about elections.
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Both need to think about elections.
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How Black Girls Get Pushed Out of School
Erica L. Green at NYT > U.S. > Politics - 1 day ago
The debate about the school-to-prison pipeline has largely been centered on
boys. Meet the author and academic who has worked to change that.
Equality is the end state.
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Equality is the end state.
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Open Thread
Ian Welsh at Ian Welsh - 1 day ago
Please us the comments to discuss NON-COVID=19 topics.
Sooner is better. As soon as you can is best.
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Sooner is better. As soon as you can is best.
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The Growing Culture of Secrecy at Guantánamo Bay
Carol Rosenberg at NYT > U.S. > Politics - 1 day ago
The war court where the men accused of plotting the Sept. 11, 2001, attacks
are on trial operates under classification rules that are inconsistent,
complex and sometimes absurd.
The off shore prison is a war crime.
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The off shore prison is a war crime.
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College Made Them Feel Equal. The Virus Exposed How Unequal Their Lives Are.
Nicholas Casey at NYT > U.S. > Politics - 1 day ago
When they were all in the same dorms and eating the same dining hall food,
the disparities in students’ backgrounds weren’t as clear as they are over
video chat.
Diversity has been an objective of admissions.
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Diversity has been an objective of admissions.
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Texas Governor Greg Abbott Is Trying to Lead in a Pandemic Without Picking Sides
Elaina Plott at NYT > U.S. > Politics - 1 day ago
The Texas governor hasn’t defied President Trump, like some of his fellow
Republican governors have. He also hasn’t ignored public health
recommendations. He’s aiming for crisis management that doesn’t rock the
boat.
Greg Abbot has chosen his side.
He opposes abortion.
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Greg Abbot has chosen his side.
He opposes abortion.
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When the Face of America Falls Ill: A Virus’s Toll on Diplomats
Lara Jakes at NYT > U.S. > Politics - 1 day ago
State Department employees are vulnerable and stressed by the coronavirus
as it sweeps around the world, prompting thousands of American citizens to
return to the United States.
Donald Trump does not do diplomacy.
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Donald Trump does not do diplomacy.
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Barr Expands Early Release of Inmates at Prisons Seeing More Coronavirus Cases
Katie Benner at NYT > U.S. > Politics - 1 day ago
The attorney general directed the Bureau of Prisons to prioritize the early
release of some prisoners from federal correctional institutions in
Louisiana, Connecticut and Ohio.
It is the cheapest thing he can do about prisoners.
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It is the cheapest thing he can do about prisoners.
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Administration Turns to Private Firms to Help Process Small Business Aid
Kenneth P. Vogel and David McCabe at NYT > U.S. > Politics - 1 day ago
The Small Business Administration is hiring companies, some with political
connections, to ensure it can handle the flood of applications for help in
the wake of the economy’s stall.
A guaranteed failure.
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A guaranteed failure.
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Tensions Persist Between Trump and Medical Advisers Over the Coronavirus
Peter Baker, Maggie Haberman and James Glanz at NYT > U.S. > Politics - 1 day ago
The president’s public refusal to wear a mask was the latest way he has
cast doubt on their recommendations.
Trump always seems to set a bad example.
Trump always seems to set a bad example.
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