1
Top Democrats Press for Postal Service Officials to Testify
House Democrats are weighing cutting short their summer recess to approve
legislation that would counter changes that critics say undermine casting
ballots by mail.
The post office will function.
2
How Kamala Harris’s Family in India Helped Shape Her Values
The Democratic vice-presidential pick gained part of her foundation from
her mother’s side of the family, which defied stereotypes in India and
promoted equality for women.
They did excelent work.
3
Looming Fee Increase Could Thwart Many U.S. Citizenship Applications
The Trump administration is planning a sharp increase in the cost of
naturalization this fall. Critics say it is part of a pattern intended to
discourage immigration from poor nations.
Trump's critics are correct if conditions are as reported.
4
Trump’s Policies Are a Boon to the Super Rich. So Where Are All the Seven-Figure Checks?
Only a small fraction of the president’s top donors from 2016 have given as
much to his re-election effort.
Trump is not trusted.
5
James R. Thompson, Longest-Serving Governor of Illinois, Dies at 84
A relentless campaigner, he served for 14 years after winning an election
to a special two-year term in 1976.
Republicanism has changed.
I do not expect it to return to what it was.
I do not expect it to become more liberal in the future.
6
Week-end Wrap – Political Economy – August 16, 2020
Week-end Wrap – Political Economy – August 16, 2020 by Tony Wikrent The
pandemic Do Masks Work Or Not?? Proving Whether Masks Stop Covid-19
Transmission with Uncle Rob [YouTube, via Naked Capitalism Water Cooler
8-11-20] If you know someone who insists wearing masks does not work, or
COVID is a hoax, get them to […]
Tony Wikrent makes a case for the left.
There is little new in it.
7
How Biden Could Learn From Conor Lamb’s Victory in Trump Country
Throughout his campaign, Joe Biden has repeatedly returned to the same
themes and strategies that supported Mr. Lamb to a surprise victory in a
district that Donald Trump carried by about 20 points in 2016.
Do what works.
8
A Virginia House Candidate Campaigns by Attacking ‘a Man Dressed as a Woman’
As Bob Good, an opponent of same-sex marriage, tries to rally Republicans
with attacks on transgender rights, Democrats see an opening in the
G.O.P.-held district.
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Nullius_in_verba
I note that the Bible is all hearsay
9
Why A "Hidden" Trump Vote Can't Explain His Bad Poll Numbers
Republicans insist that millions of Americans want to vote for Trump but
won’t admit it. Polling experts tell a different story.
Trump did not have a popular victory in 2016.
Trump partisans are known to lie.
https://projects.fivethirtyeight.com/2020-election-forecast/
10
Postal Crisis Ripples Across Nation as Election Looms
Luke Broadwater, Jack Healy, Michael D. Shear and Hailey Fuchs at NYT > U.S. > Politics - 16 hours ago
President Trump’s furious objection to mail-in balloting and a new
Trump-allied postmaster general are raising fears about the election and
the Postal Service.
The Trump party will try to steal the election if it is possible.
11
Trump Says He’ll Look Into a Pardon for Edward Snowden
The remarks seemed to be a shift for President Trump, who repeatedly called
Mr. Snowden a “traitor” and “spy who should be executed” in the years
before his election.
Trump is known to lie.
12
Robert Trump, the President’s Younger Brother, Dies at 71
A loyal spokesman for the family, he shunned the spotlight and had “zero
sense of entitlement.”
"The White House, which announced his death, at NewYork-Presbyterian Hospital, did not give a cause."
13
9/11 Light Tribute to Shine After All, Officials Say
The National September 11 Memorial & Museum had said the display would have
to be canceled because of the coronavirus pandemic.
The stage hands need the work.
14
James R. Thompson, Longest-Serving Governor of Illinois, Dies at 84
A relentless campaigner, he served for 14 years after winning an election
to a special two-year term in 1976.
Every one does it at least once.
15
The 'Basketball Cop' Was a Hero in One Video. Another Told a Different Story.
Bobby White was celebrated as the “Basketball Cop” after millions saw a
video of him shooting hoops with local teenagers. A recording from two
years earlier shows him throwing a young Black man on the hood of his car
during an arrest.
Some police learn.
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16
Trump Campaign Makes Huge Digital Ad Buy During Democratic Convention
The Trump campaign is trying to make sure that Mr. Trump’s message will be
almost impossible to miss even during the Democrats’ biggest week.
I will look for results.
17
Trump Campaign Makes Huge Digital Ad Buy During Democratic Convention
The Trump campaign is trying to make sure that Mr. Trump’s message will be
almost impossible to miss even during the Democrats’ biggest week.
I will look for results.
18
Open Thread
Feel free to use the comments to discuss topics unrelated to recent posts.
Sooner is better. As soon as you can is best.
The closing in Shushan is delayed.
19
Trump Ads Attack Biden Through Deceptive Editing and Hyperbole
We reviewed all of the Trump campaign’s television ads since June.
Two-thirds contained clearly misleading claims or videos.
Trump always attacks.
20
Public Transit Cuts Felt Deepest in Low-Income Areas
As the pandemic wreaks havoc on public transit systems across the country,
experts say it is low-income residents, people of color and essential
workers bearing the brunt.
Poverty often means public transit is the choice after walking.
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