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Brooks and Capehart on Republicans facing backlash over federal cuts

Brooks and Capehart on Republicans facing backlash over federal cuts


Via: thomas  •  News & Politics  •  5 Comments  •  2 months ago

This seed is commentary, not news itself but a discussion thereof. From the linked page: New York Times columnist David Brooks and Washington Post associate editor Jonathan Capehart join Geoff...
Bannon Salute at Right-Wing Event Sparks Outcry, Even on French Right

Bannon Salute at Right-Wing Event Sparks Outcry, Even on French Right


Via: bob-nelson  •  News & Politics  •  5 Comments  •  2 months ago

France's far-right party, born as the "National Front" under Marine Le Pen's father, Jean-Marie, has been trying for years to become "respectable". Their occasional racist relapse has been a...
Bakeries can't beat egg prices, so your cake may cost more

Bakeries can't beat egg prices, so your cake may cost more


Via: perrie-halpern  •  News & Politics  •  6 Comments  •  2 months ago

"King Donald I" Accelerates White Nationalist Purge of Military Leaders

"King Donald I" Accelerates White Nationalist Purge of Military Leaders


Via: bob-nelson  •  News & Politics  •  3 Comments  •  2 months ago

The highest ranking woman in the US military - ever - is fired. So is the second. The Chairman of the Joint Chiefs (who "just happens to be Black") is fired. Hey! I don't give a fuck....
Zeldin EPA discovers $2 billion Biden admin stashed away for Stacey Abrams-linked climate group

Zeldin EPA discovers $2 billion Biden admin stashed away for Stacey Abrams-linked climate group


Via: vic-eldred  •  News & Politics  •  38 Comments  •  2 months ago

No, 150-Year-Olds Aren't Collecting Social Security Benefits

No, 150-Year-Olds Aren't Collecting Social Security Benefits


Via: bob-nelson  •  News & Politics  •  76 Comments  •  2 months ago

So... the other day, I said that Musk's claim that Social Security was paying benefits to 150-year-olds was due to a COBOL date-management glitch. NT's Usual Suspect Fascists jumped on...
In reversal, Trump says Russia attacked Ukraine

In reversal, Trump says Russia attacked Ukraine


Via: krishna  •  News & Politics  •  15 Comments  •  2 months ago

Photo: U.S. President Donald Trump hosts a business session with U.S. governors who are in town for the National Governors Association's (NGA) annual winter meeting, at the White House in...
Stocks tumble as Walmart sales growth forecast disappoints

Stocks tumble as Walmart sales growth forecast disappoints


Via: perrie-halpern  •  News & Politics  •  1 Comments  •  2 months ago

Elon Musk accused federal workers of 'getting wealthy at taxpayer expense' even as his companies have accepted at least $20 billion in government aid | Fortune

Elon Musk accused federal workers of 'getting wealthy at taxpayer expense' even as his companies have accepted at least $20 billion in government aid | Fortune


Via: tacos  •  News & Politics  •  2 Comments  •  2 months ago

Elon Musk Is Faking It

Elon Musk Is Faking It


Via: bob-nelson  •  News & Politics  •  84 Comments  •  2 months ago

We're going to buy an EV when we return to France in a few months. It won't be a Tesla...
China's slaughterbots show WW3 would kill us all.

China's slaughterbots show WW3 would kill us all.


Via: hal-a-lujah  •  News & Politics  •  6 Comments  •  2 months ago

70 Christians Beheaded In Congo Church

70 Christians Beheaded In Congo Church


Via: s  •  News & Politics  •  19 Comments  •  2 months ago

When MAGA Meets Minsky

When MAGA Meets Minsky


Via: bob-nelson  •  News & Politics  •  1 Comments  •  2 months ago

Even Krugman seems to balk at the simplest explanation for what Musk/Trump is doing. Preparing America for crony kleptocracy on the model of Putin's Russia.
Dem Lawmakers in Chaos 3 Weeks Into Trump's Presidency, Pulling Chuck Schumer in Opposite Directions

Dem Lawmakers in Chaos 3 Weeks Into Trump's Presidency, Pulling Chuck Schumer in Opposite Directions


Via: robert-in-ohio  •  News & Politics  •  76 Comments  •  2 months ago

I found the views of insiders in the Democrat Party about what is wrong and the fact that there is little unity in thought on how to fix things to be interesting.   Can Schumer fix it?  Seems...
Kash Patel confirmed as FBI director, kicking off pivot for bureau

Kash Patel confirmed as FBI director, kicking off pivot for bureau


Via: vic-eldred  •  News & Politics  •  21 Comments  •  2 months ago

Trump's comments on Canada prompt surge of patriotism - in a Canadian way | Canada | The Guardian

Trump's comments on Canada prompt surge of patriotism - in a Canadian way | Canada | The Guardian


Via: kavika  •  News & Politics  •  56 Comments  •  2 months ago

Major clothing brands cut corners on quality to limit price hikes

Major clothing brands cut corners on quality to limit price hikes


Via: perrie-halpern  •  News & Politics  •  86 Comments  •  2 months ago

US hockey star Charlie McAvoy receives praise for big hit on Canada's Connor McDavid in intense 4 Nations game | Fox News

US hockey star Charlie McAvoy receives praise for big hit on Canada's Connor McDavid in intense 4 Nations game | Fox News


Via: sparty-on  •  News & Politics  •  10 Comments  •  2 months ago

Delta offering $30,000 to passengers who were on plane that crash-landed in Toronto

Delta offering $30,000 to passengers who were on plane that crash-landed in Toronto


Via: perrie-halpern  •  News & Politics  •  2 Comments  •  2 months ago

 Undocumented workers helped build Elon Musk's business empire

Undocumented workers helped build Elon Musk's business empire


Via: krishna  •  News & Politics  •  31 Comments  •  2 months ago

Photo credit: A Tesla Cybertruck faces the SpaceX Starship as it sits on a launch pad at Starbase near Boca Chica, Texas, on October 12, 2024, ahead of the Starship Flight 5 test. Sergio Flores/AFP...
Hamas sickens the world with vile parade of child hostages' coffins

Hamas sickens the world with vile parade of child hostages' coffins


Via: s  •  News & Politics  •  7 Comments  •  2 months ago

The Nazi Dismantling Of Constitutional Law In Germany

The Nazi Dismantling Of Constitutional Law In Germany


Via: thomas  •  News & Politics  •  229 Comments  •  2 months ago

Good ol' ancient History
An Explosion of Lies

An Explosion of Lies


Via: bob-nelson  •  News & Politics  •  2 Comments  •  2 months ago

I kinda like post-NYT Krugman better than when he wrote for that paper. He's more free to let go.
The Barack Obama-Jennifer Aniston rumor was bad enough. Now this?

The Barack Obama-Jennifer Aniston rumor was bad enough. Now this?


Via: jbb  •  News & Politics  •  2 Comments  •  2 months ago

The Barack Obama-Jennifer Aniston rumor was bad enough. Now this?

The Barack Obama-Jennifer Aniston rumor was bad enough. Now this?


Via: jbb  •  News & Politics  •  0 Comments  •  2 months ago

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