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Robert Gates Calls to Replace Base Names From ‘Dark Side of Our History’
The former defense secretary became the most senior previous military
leader in recent days to endorse renaming 10 Army installations that bear
the names of Confederate generals.
https://www.washingtonpost.com/national-security/2020/06/10/trump-confederate-bases/
Blame Biden.
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The Woman Who Took Down a Confederate Flag on What Came Next
Bree Newsome Bass was arrested after climbing a flagpole at the South
Carolina State Capitol. Now, she sees more people moved to act for similar
reasons.
Effective passive resistance involves time in court.
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Trump's Walk Down Ramp at West Point Raises Health Questions
The president also appeared to have trouble raising a glass of water to his
mouth during a speech at West Point a day before he turned 74, the oldest a
president has been in his first term.
Trump seems to be troubled.
I cannot offer an assessment.
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Virginia Republican Ousted After Officiating at Same-Sex Wedding
Representative Denver Riggleman of Virginia, who was endorsed by President
Trump, lost his re-election bid in an unusual drive-through convention to a
self-described “biblical conservative.”
Virginia cannot have an established church.
Representatives must have the support of a majority of their constituents.
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Week-end Wrap – Political Economy – June 14, 2020
Week-end Wrap – Political Economy – June 14, 2020 by Tony Wikrent Strategic
Political Economy “Where justice is denied, where poverty is enforced,
where ignorance prevails, and where any one class is made to feel that
society is an organized conspiracy to oppress, rob and degrade them,
neither persons nor property will be safe.” — […]
Revolution is political suicide.
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Black Lives Matter and Other Groups Flooded With Millions in Donations
Progressive and racial justice groups have seen a cascade of donations
since George Floyd’s death and the ensuing protests. Bail funds alone have
received $90 million.
Do what works.
7
Trump Made Inaccurate Claims About the Military During His West Point Speech
The president made misleading claims about his military budgets, the fight
against the Islamic State and wars in the Middle East.
The commander must never lie to his underlings.
8
G.O.P. Congressman Faces Primary After Officiating Same-Sex Wedding
Representative Denver Riggleman could lose his bid for re-election in an
unusual drive-through primary held at a Virginia church on Saturday.
I am not surprised.
9
Trump Speaks at West Point Graduation Amid Tensions With Military Leaders
The president said nothing about his clash with the Pentagon over sending
active-duty troops to put down demonstrations protesting the death of
George Floyd.
Trump does not understand his limited power.
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Trump Speaks at West Point Graduation Amid Tensions With Military Leaders
The president said nothing about his clash with the Pentagon over sending
active-duty troops to put down demonstrations protesting the death of
George Floyd.
Trump does not understand his limited power.
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Trump’s Lessons From Nixon Missed One Important Thing
Both men have faced impeachment proceedings, and have spoken of the “silent
majority” and law and order. But Nixon paid more attention to what people —
especially suburban voters — thought.
Nixon tried to listen. Trump does not listen.
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Cory Booker on Newark Pride, Black Lives Matter and ‘This Distraught Present’
The senator discussed police mistreatment of black Americans in a Q. and A.
with The Times. “You can’t be comfortable with this,” he said. “And it’s
our comfort with it that has allowed it to fester.”
Biden will choose his VP.
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Talking With Relatives Across the Political Divide
For those who are engaging in difficult conversations about political
differences with family members, here are some ways to keep the dialogue as
meaningful as possible.
Always a project.
Thinking is hard work for both parties.
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Open Thread
Please use the comments to discuss topics unrelated to recent posts.
Sooner is better. As soon as you can is best.
15
Biden’s Vice-Presidential Search: Who’s on the List and Where It Stands
The search committee is conducting interviews and seeking private
documents, and prospects like Val Demings and Keisha Lance Bottoms are
getting a closer look as political currents influence the search.
Ultimately Biden makes the choice.
16
Faced With Crisis and Re-election, Senate Republicans Blame China
Politically endangered Republicans are scrambling to make their contests
referendums on China rather than the coronavirus pandemic.
China is behaving as a sovereign nation.
There is nothing the Republican senators can blame on China.
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Vet Your Social Media
Before hitting like or retweet on a post about the protests, it’s important
to know that the accounts you are following are trustworthy.
Always think about sources.
Fact is not everyone's concern.
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What is Juneteenth?
On June 19, 1865, enslaved African-Americans in Galveston, Texas, were told
they were free. Now, 155 years later, people in cities and towns across the
U.S. continue to mark the occasion with celebrations.
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Emancipation_Proclamation
"The Emancipation Proclamation, or Proclamation 95, was a presidential proclamation and executive order issued by United States President Abraham Lincoln on September 22, 1862, and effective as of January 1, 1863."
Six months is a slow news cycle.
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Trump Moves Tulsa Rally Date 'Out of Respect' for Juneteenth
The campaign rally, his first since the lockdowns forced by the coronavirus
pandemic, had been scheduled for June 19, or Juneteenth, which marks the
end of slavery. The president announced he would delay it by a day.
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Tulsa_race_massacre
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Latest Crop of West Point Graduates Includes First Observant Sikh Cadet
Anmol Narang said she was inspired to apply to West Point after visiting
the Pearl Harbor National Memorial in Hawaii.
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Sikhs
The story is still a good idea.
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