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Unemployment Aid Set to Lapse Saturday as Trump’s Plans for Relief Bill Remain Unclear
Alan Rappeport, NYT > U.S. > Politics - 35 minutes ago
At least a temporary lapse in expanded unemployment benefits for millions
of Americans is now inevitable because of President Trump’s delay in
signing a $900 billion pandemic relief bill.
The axe has fallen. No relief.
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Democrats in Georgia Runoffs Bring in Record Haul
Rick Rojas, NYT > U.S. > Politics - 18 hours ago
The Rev. Raphael G. Warnock and Jon Ossoff each raised more than $100
million, according to campaign filings, signaling Democrats’ optimism
heading into the Jan. 5 contests.
There is hope.
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For Trump, Pardons as an Expression of Grievance
Peter Baker, NYT > U.S. > Politics - 18 hours ago
President Trump’s grants of clemency to convicted liars, corrupt
congressmen and child-killing war criminals are a way to lash out at a
system that he believes has treated him and his friends unfairly.
"Two wrongs do not make a right"
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For a Civil Rights Hero, 90, a New Battle Unfolds on His Childhood Street
Elaina Plott, NYT > U.S. > Politics - 20 hours ago
Before he defended Rosa Parks and became a leading legal force, Fred Gray
grew up on an avenue named for Jefferson Davis in Montgomery, Ala. Now a
push is underway for a new name for the street: Mr. Gray’s.
It is worth the effort.
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Scenes From a Pandemic Holiday Road Trip
Ruth Fremson, NYT > U.S. > Politics - 20 hours ago
Scenes from a holiday season that shone bright in dark times.
The times are artificially bright in these dark moments.
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Behind Trump Clemency, a Case Study in Special Access
Kenneth P. Vogel, Eric Lipton and Jesse Drucker, NYT > U.S. > Politics - 1 day ago
Philip Esformes was sentenced last year to 20 years for Medicare fraud.
Then a well-connected organization supported by his family weighed in with
the White House.
Donald Trump has found a companion.
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Merry Christmas
Ian Welsh, Ian Welsh - 1 day ago
I hope you all have a good one. If you don’t, and many won’t, my
condolences and best wishes that the next year is a better one for you.
I have been careful and lucky.
I wish you the same.
Sooner is better. As soon as you can is best.
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Democrats Try and Fail to Jam $2,000 Stimulus Payments Through House
Emily Cochrane and Luke Broadwater, NYT > U.S. > Politics - 1 day ago
In a brief bit of political theater, the House majority leader opened the
chamber for business to ask for unanimous consent to accede to President
Trump’s request for larger checks.
Trump is a sadist.
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On Working With Congress, Biden Predicts Success Where Predecessors Failed
Michael D. Shear, NYT > U.S. > Politics - 1 day ago
The president-elect insisted that his skills and his history would enable
him to secure bipartisan support for bold initiatives.
Bipartisan is a dream.
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What Does President-Elect Biden Owe to Black Voters, Communities?
Astead W. Herndon, NYT > U.S. > Politics - 1 day ago
In his victory speech, the president-elect said of Black voters: “You’ve
always had my back, and I’ll have yours.” Many of those voters are watching
to see what he does in office.
The black voters expect consistancy.
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Biden Expected to Expand US-India Relationship, While Stressing Human Rights
Pranshu Verma and Jeffrey Gettleman, NYT > U.S. > Politics - 1 day ago
Most experts agree that China will be the driving force behind how India’s
relationship with Washington changes in a Biden administration.
India will not be happy.
Human rights are against Modi's religion.
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Brad Parscale Fell From Trump’s Favor. Now He’s Plotting a Comeback.
Nellie Bowles and Annie Karni, NYT > U.S. > Politics - 1 day ago
Mr. Parscale, President Trump’s former campaign manager, was angry after he
was demoted last summer, and wanted out of politics. That didn’t last long.
He is starting a new political data company.
Some people are masochists.
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Trump Pardons: Manafort, Stone, Charles Kushner and More Granted Clemency
Maggie Haberman and Michael S. Schmidt, NYT > U.S. > Politics - 2 days ago
It was the second wave of pardons and commutations by the president in two
days, showing his willingness to use his power aggressively on behalf of
loyalists.
These fellons will not be forgiven.
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Trump Outflanks Dems From the Left
Ian Welsh, Ian Welsh - 2 days ago
So, as you’ve probably heard by now, Trump is opposing the Covid “stimulus”
bill and asking it be amended to include a $2,000 check, not a $600 on.
Pelosi says he should pass the bill then they’ll pass another bill with the
extra $1,400 (which is a ludicrous lie and we all know that.) The […]
The bill is not law.
There will be no relief.
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How Trump's Attack on Relief Bill Has Divided GOP
Luke Broadwater, Emily Cochrane, Astead W. Herndon and Maggie Haberman, NYT > U.S. > Politics - 2 days ago
From the campaign trail in Georgia to Capitol Hill, President Trump’s
demand for changes to the $900 billion pandemic relief plan upended
political and economic calculations.
https://www.nytimes.com/live/2020/12/26/world/covid-updates-coronavirus
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Trump Warns Iran of Retaliation After Attacks on U.S. Embassy in Baghdad
Helene Cooper, NYT > U.S. > Politics - 2 days ago
The administration and military officials blame Tehran for recent rocket
attacks in Iraq, adding to the growing tensions between the United States
and Iran.
Iran would be wise to wait.
I hope the diplomats can fix things in a few weeks.
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Trump’s Attack on Coronavirus Relief Divides G.O.P. and Threatens Recovery
Luke Broadwater, Emily Cochrane, Astead W. Herndon and Maggie Haberman, NYT > U.S. > Politics - 2 days ago
From the campaign trail in Georgia to Capitol Hill, President Trump’s
demand for changes to the $900 billion pandemic relief plan upended
political and economic calculations.
Trump is a sadist.
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Why Georgia Runoff Ads Are Running on Tennessee's News Stations
Shane Goldmacher, NYT > U.S. > Politics - 2 days ago
Nearly $470 million is set to be spent on ads for the Georgia Senate runoff
races. With the airwaves already saturated, the candidates are heading
across state lines to seek any possible advantage.
Georgia Television has no more time to sell.
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Now Airing on the Local News in Tennessee: Ads for Georgia Candidates
Shane Goldmacher, NYT > U.S. > Politics - 2 days ago
Nearly $470 million is set to be spent on ads for the Georgia Senate runoff
races. With the airwaves already saturated, the candidates are heading
across state lines to seek any possible advantage.
Georgia Television has booked all its advertising time.
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New Signs of Economic Distress Emerge as Trump Imperils Aid Deal
Ben Casselman, NYT > U.S. > Politics - 2 days ago
A decline in consumer income and spending poses a further challenge to the
recovery as jobless claims remain high and benefits approach a cutoff.
Without hope of income there should be no credit.
Mortgages, car loans, fuel accounts, and Amazon, and planting credit will be called.
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