I just read an article about Alex Padilla, California’s new US Senator. [Click] I was very struck by the similarities in our life experiences and attitudes—not our career paths, but the things that really matter. He has my vote, no question about it.
=============================== A new CBS News/YouGov poll finds 58% of Americans say President Biden is trying to find common ground with Republicans in Congress. In contrast, 61% said that Republicans were just opposing Biden as much as possible. ===============================
Connecticut Ends Religious Vaccine Exemption [Click] As I recall, it was campaigning by the Christian Scientists that brought about the religious exemptions, maybe about a century ago.
The Biden administration has hired 1,500 presidential appointees to serve in key agency positions that don’t require confirmation – double the number of appointees hired by any prior administration by the 100-day mark, Axios reports. ================================ “The stock market is set to close out President Biden’s first 100 days in office on Thursday with its best start to a presidential term since the days of Franklin D. Roosevelt,” the Wall Street Journal reports.
Mayor Bill de Blasio (D) announced that New York City plans to “fully reopen” on July 1, with no restrictions on restaurants, retail, or any other business, Axios reports.
Well, if the presumption of probity precedes the presumption of innocence, as I would argue, then incivil demands for compliance would be considered a violation of civil rights. Until now the law enforcement and justice system has preferred to consider the presumption of innocence something that signals the start of a trial. Certainly, the law enforcement insistence on compliance is at odds with their supposed duty to receive and investigate the validity of complaints. After all, for the ordinary person, guilt only attaches to harm caused to another person.
Historically, the stock market has typically risen during the early days of a Democratic presidency and declined during the early days of a Republican presidency.
Don’t Wait for Herd Immunity [Click] We may never reach the point when viral spread stops, but a strategy of minimizing risk—not eliminating it—can help Americans reclaim normalcy.
Those don’t even sound like dish rattlers; and in California the quakes aren’t felt nearly as far away as they are in many places back east. [I’m lookin’ at YOU, New Madrid.] BTW, I am originally from very near Cape Mendocino [Click]
Bloomberg: “The Democratic Senatorial Campaign Committee is targeting Republican Senators Marco Rubio and Ron Johnson and open seats in North Carolina and Pennsylvania in ads criticizing Republicans for not backing President Joe Biden’s efforts to boost the economy and vaccinate Americans against the coronavirus.”
============================= Jordan Weissmann, Apr 28: “Reporters joke about how Joe Biden is traffic death, but like I literally just took his name out of a HP headline and clicks on the piece jumped 40%. This may also have something to do with why the GOP is having trouble attacking him.”
It might also have something to do with things like this:
House Minority Leader Kevin McCarthy (R-CA) repeated the false claim that President Joe Biden has proposed to restrict how much red meat Americans are allowed to eat in a Fox News interview. McCarthy’s interviewer, Sean Hannity, did not correct him. ===============================
If you mean in Facebook Messenger, I wouldn't open it for two reasons. It could be spam or a scam, but even if it's a real person, once you accept a message from someone on Messenger they can continually contact you and even call you.
Enjoy, kid!
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DeleteI just read an article about Alex Padilla, California’s new US Senator. [Click] I was very struck by the similarities in our life experiences and attitudes—not our career paths, but the things that really matter. He has my vote, no question about it.
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ReplyDeleteHave happy HAPPY,Wil! :)
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ReplyDeleteTrump’s Mishandling of Census May Have Cost GOP Seats [Click] Amusing, if true.
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A new CBS News/YouGov poll finds 58% of Americans say President Biden is trying to find common ground with Republicans in Congress.
In contrast, 61% said that Republicans were just opposing Biden as much as possible.
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Connecticut Ends Religious Vaccine Exemption [Click] As I recall, it was campaigning by the Christian Scientists that brought about the religious exemptions, maybe about a century ago.
Autonomous robot kills [weeds] with lightning bolt. [Click]
Life finds a way: in search of England’s lost, forgotten rainforests [Click]
Via politicalwire.com:
ReplyDeleteThe Biden administration has hired 1,500 presidential appointees to serve in key agency positions that don’t require confirmation – double the number of appointees hired by any prior administration by the 100-day mark, Axios reports.
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“The stock market is set to close out President Biden’s first 100 days in office on Thursday with its best start to a presidential term since the days of Franklin D. Roosevelt,” the Wall Street Journal reports.
U.S. Economy Appears to Be Lifting Off [Click]
Fed keeps its foot on the gas [Click]
Vaccines Slowing Spread of Covid-19 Infections [Click]
Mayor Bill de Blasio (D) announced that New York City plans to “fully reopen” on July 1, with no restrictions on restaurants, retail, or any other business, Axios reports.
Newsom Gets High Marks Headed Into Recall [Click]
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Via talkingpointsmemo.com:
New Report Gives A Swedish Twist To The Sham Candidate Scandal In Florida [Click]
Report: Feds Plan To Indict Chauvin And Other Officers On Civil Rights Violation Charges [Click]
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Via The Guardian:
Biden’s plans are ‘once in a lifetime’ chance to end global tax abuse, says OECD boss [Click] Ángel Gurría says international deal is within striking distance and could be signed this summer. ‘An overhaul of the global tax system can wait no longer’
Well, if the presumption of probity precedes the presumption of innocence, as I would argue, then incivil demands for compliance would be considered a violation of civil rights. Until now the law enforcement and justice system has preferred to consider the presumption of innocence something that signals the start of a trial. Certainly, the law enforcement insistence on compliance is at odds with their supposed duty to receive and investigate the validity of complaints. After all, for the ordinary person, guilt only attaches to harm caused to another person.
DeleteHistorically, the stock market has typically risen during the early days of a Democratic presidency and declined during the early days of a Republican presidency.
DeleteDon’t Wait for Herd Immunity [Click] We may never reach the point when viral spread stops, but a strategy of minimizing risk—not eliminating it—can help Americans reclaim normalcy.
ReplyDeleteA very Happy Birthday to Wil!
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ReplyDeleteThose don’t even sound like dish rattlers; and in California the quakes aren’t felt nearly as far away as they are in many places back east. [I’m lookin’ at YOU, New Madrid.] BTW, I am originally from very near Cape Mendocino [Click]
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Thin Margins Encourage Democrats to Go Big [Click]
Bloomberg: “The Democratic Senatorial Campaign Committee is targeting Republican Senators Marco Rubio and Ron Johnson and open seats in North Carolina and Pennsylvania in ads criticizing Republicans for not backing President Joe Biden’s efforts to boost the economy and vaccinate Americans against the coronavirus.”
Conspiracy Theories Grip Miami [Spanish Language] Talk Radio [Click] “Don’t be surprised if the Russians are involved in this.”
Investigators Working with Giuliani’s Associates Since 2019 [Click]
Forged Vaccination Cards Spread [Click]
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Jordan Weissmann, Apr 28:
“Reporters joke about how Joe Biden is traffic death, but like I literally just took his name out of a HP headline and clicks on the piece jumped 40%.
This may also have something to do with why the GOP is having trouble attacking him.”
It might also have something to do with things like this:
House Minority Leader Kevin McCarthy (R-CA) repeated the false claim that President Joe Biden has proposed to restrict how much red meat Americans are allowed to eat in a Fox News interview. McCarthy’s interviewer, Sean Hannity, did not correct him.
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Firing of U.S. Ambassador at Center of Giuliani Probe [Click] Why, only a damned fool would save those sorts of files, and on a computer in his home or office. . .but Rudy Giuliani. . . I see your point. . .
ReplyDeleteIs it safe to open a message on Facebook if you don't know the person who sent it?
ReplyDeleteIf you mean in Facebook Messenger, I wouldn't open it for two reasons. It could be spam or a scam, but even if it's a real person, once you accept a message from someone on Messenger they can continually contact you and even call you.
DeleteThanks for all the sweet birthday wishes! 🥳
ReplyDeleteWil had a fine birthday. More when I can.