1
Top General Declines to Endorse Trump’s Afghan Withdrawal Timeline
Helene Cooper, NYT > U.S. > Politics - 6 hours ago
The comments from Gen. Mark A. Milley, the chairman of the Joint Chiefs of
Staff, came after the White House tripped over itself on the issue of
Afghanistan troop levels in recent days.
This is called a quagmire or a Chinese finger trap.
2
Giselle Barreto Fetterman, Pennsylvania's Second Lady, Is Target of Racial Slur
Johnny Diaz, NYT > U.S. > Politics - 7 hours ago
Gisele Barreto Fetterman, the wife of Lt. Gov. John Fetterman, said a woman
taunted her at a grocery store. Ms. Fetterman shared video of the
confrontation on Twitter.
There are junk yards in need of guarding.
https://projects.fivethirtyeight.com/2020-election-forecast/pennsylvania/
3
Democrats in Trump Country: They’re Not Shy Anymore About Liking Biden
Katie Glueck, NYT > U.S. > Politics - 9 hours ago
As the campaign enters the final stretch, some Democrats in Trump country
are less hesitant than before to express their preference. The surge in
enthusiasm reflects an urgency for Democrats desperate to oust the
president.
Trump does not have dogs.
Trump wants Janissaries.
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Janissary
4
Young People Are Stepping Up to Be Poll Workers
Hailey Fuchs, NYT > U.S. > Politics - 9 hours ago
Older volunteers are reluctant to work during the pandemic. High school
students, who are increasingly politically engaged and have more time, are
taking their place.
It pays in a time of no work.
5
Rooted in Faith, Amy Coney Barrett Represents a New Conservatism
Elizabeth Dias, Rebecca R. Ruiz and Sharon LaFraniere, NYT > U.S. > Politics - 9 hours ago
As Judge Barrett’s confirmation hearings are set to begin Monday, her
background and résumé are a stark departure from those of more traditional
nominees to the Supreme Court.
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Separation_of_church_and_state
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Marbury_v._Madison would be reversed.
6
Trump Defectors Help Biden Build Leads in Wisconsin and Michigan
Nate Cohn, NYT > U.S. > Politics - 10 hours ago
New polls show Biden is gaining in the Northern battlegrounds among white
voters.
https://fivethirtyeight.com/
7
A Dose of Optimism, as the Pandemic Rages On
Donald G. McNeil Jr., NYT > U.S. > Politics - 10 hours ago
The months ahead will be difficult. But the medical cavalry is coming, and
the rest of us know what we need to do.
https://www.nytimes.com/live/2020/10/13/world/coronavirus-covid
I can't believe Trump.
8
The Senate Judiciary Committee is resuming the hearing after taking a lunch break.
NYT > U.S. > Politics - 11 hours ago
The hearing is deaf.
9
The Senate Judiciary Committee is taking a break.
NYT > U.S. > Politics - 12 hours ago
I cannot force the senators to listen.
10
Barrett’s record: a conservative who would push the Supreme Court to the right.
Adam Liptak, NYT > U.S. > Politics - 12 hours ago
Barrett is a loyal Roman.
11
Are We Doomed To Live In Hell?
Ian Welsh, Ian Welsh - 14 hours ago
I was in my 20s when I learned that the human body is capable of
experiencing far more pain than pleasure, for far longer periods. I spent 3
months in the hospital, days screaming. weeks in pain, throwing up multiple
times a day, crippled and unable to move. Recovery took years and for
months at […]
If you believe in hell there is no escape in death.
Self mutilation does not help.
There is no relief in other's pain.
12
Senator Lindsey Graham has gaveled in the start of the hearing.
NYT > U.S. > Politics - 14 hours ago
The Supreme Court will be increased.
13
Fearing Cyber Attacks, Microsoft Takes Down a Risk to the Election
David E. Sanger and Nicole Perlroth, NYT > U.S. > Politics - 15 hours ago
Fearing Russian ransomware attacks on the election, the company and U.S.
Cyber Command mounted similar pre-emptive strikes. It is not clear how long
they may work.
Microsoft considered itself sovereign.
14
Jaime Harrison’s Stunning Haul
Giovanni Russonello, NYT > U.S. > Politics - 16 hours ago
A Senate challenger in South Carolina breaks a fund-raising record: This is
your morning tip sheet.
The Trump and Republican campaigns are in ruins.
https://fivethirtyeight.com/
15
The Crowded, Competitive World of Anti-Trump G.O.P. Groups
Annie Karni, NYT > U.S. > Politics - 18 hours ago
The Lincoln Project; Republican Voters Against Trump; 43 Alumni for Joe
Biden. These groups and others have similar missions but engage in little
coordination or sharing of resources.
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Fifth_column
16
What Time is the Supreme Court Amy Coney Barrett Hearing?
Nicholas Fandos, NYT > U.S. > Politics - 18 hours ago
Democrats will look to portray Judge Barrett as an ideologue who would
throw out the Affordable Care Act and Roe v. Wade. Republicans will seek to
keep the hearings moving speedily.
https://www.nytimes.com/live/2020/10/13/us/amy-coney-barrett-live
She is skilled.
17
Tommy Tuberville’s Financial Fumbles
Danny Hakim, NYT > U.S. > Politics - 18 hours ago
Mr. Tuberville, the former football coach and Alabama Senate candidate, is
leading Senator Doug Jones in the polls. But his financial record raises
questions.
Clean records are not available to the Republican party.
18
What You Need to Know About Amy Coney Barrett's Views
Adam Liptak, NYT > U.S. > Politics - 23 hours ago
As an appeals court judge, Judge Barrett has issued opinions that have
reflected those of her mentor, Justice Antonin Scalia, but with few of his
occasional liberal rulings.
Antonin Scalia is dead. It should be by his own hand.
19
Parties Offer Divergent Portraits of Barrett as Senate Opens Hearings
Nicholas Fandos, NYT > U.S. > Politics - 1 day ago
Democrats will portray President Trump’s Supreme Court nominee as an
ideologue, while Republicans will paint her as an accomplished working
mother.
The two views are not mutually exclusive.
https://www.nytimes.com/live/2020/10/13/us/amy-coney-barrett-live
20
Trump’s Virus Treatment Revives Questions About Unchecked Nuclear Authority
David E. Sanger and William J. Broad, NYT > U.S. > Politics - 1 day ago
Even before the president was given mood-altering drugs, there was a
movement to end the commander in chief’s sole authority to launch nuclear
weapons.
I worry.
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