Donald Trump’s Pentagon pick sparks alarm — and scorn

Via: Nerm_L  •  News Viners  •  5 Comments  •  3 Likes  •  one month ago

“Pete Hegseth's nomination as head of the world's most powerful defence department has baffled Washington”

So, the Resistance doesn't die in darkness?  Looks like Trump knows how the bureaucracy protects itself.  Trump is proactively burning their bridges.

Matt Gaetz resigns ahead of key Ethics Committee meeting

Via: Nerm_L  •  News Viners  •  16 Comments  •  2 Likes  •  one month ago

“I think, out of deference to us, he issued his resignation letter — effectively immediately — from Congress”

Do the trees hide a forest?  Gaetz won't be threatening Mike Johnson's Speaker position or throwing wrenches into Johnson's legislative efforts.  Is Trump using appointments from the House to obtain more control over legislation?  Doesn't Mike Johnson owe Trump something now?

How China reduced its reliance on US farm imports, softening trade war risks

Via: Nerm_L  •  News Viners  •  13 Comments  •  2 Likes  •  one month ago

“China must rely on self-reliance and feed itself ... If we can't hold our own rice bowls, we will be controlled by others ... Food security is a...”

Why does China understand how this stuff works -- and -- the United States doesn't?

Drop-Off in Democratic Votes Ignites Conspiracy Theories on Left and Right

Via: Nerm_L  •  News Viners  •  2 Comments  •  4 Likes  •  one month ago

“There is nothing suspicious about the shift in Democratic fortunes. But partisans from across the spectrum are questioning the results, for...”

There's nothing to see here.  Really.  No less authority than the unbiased liberal press has assured us that our eyes are lying.  And the New York Times found a meme on social media to back up their abject dismissal of any questions. Inevitable.  No.  But certainly expected.  Democrats are...

10.8 Million People Who Voted For Biden in 2020 Did Not Vote in 2024. Why?

Via: Nerm_L  •  News Viners  •  29 Comments  •  4 Likes  •  one month ago

“The past 8 years, Trump has done virtually everything imaginable to alienate women, non-whites, LGBTQ+, Reagan Republicans, etc.”

As usual, Democrats are in a frenzy trying to blame the loss by Kamala Harris on voters, the media, Republicans, foreign interference, and the reliable excuse of racism and misogyny.  But none of these gaslighting excuses explains the loss of 10 million Biden voters.  The drop in Democrat voter...

How Zoo School in Ohio is helping teens prep for careers - and college

Via: Nerm_L  •  News Viners  •  1 Comments  •  2 Likes  •  one month ago

“The career and technical education of today doesn't look the same as the vocational ed of years ago.”

Acting like animals on campus doesn't count. IMO, a revival of vocational education would do much to correct many problems with our primary education system.  But I question this emphasis on creating specialized schools based on narrow career choices.  How many zookeepers does the country really...

The Three Stooges' 10 Best Quotes, Ranked

Via: Nerm_L  •  News Viners  •  2 Comments  •  3 Likes  •  one month ago

“The Three Stooges original film series is full of phenomenal quotes and memorable one-liners, many of which turned into modern-day catchphrases.”

Inspiration for those trying to explain away what happened on Nov. 5th.  

'Moving to Canada' Searches Spike After US Election

Via: Nerm_L  •  News Viners  •  31 Comments  •  5 Likes  •  one month ago

“Responding to news of Trump's presidential win, Americans are looking online for information on how to move north.”

So, why not Mexico?  (Cancún is supposed to be a popular year round destination.)  Or Central America?  (Costa Rica had become a popular destination for ex-pats.)  Why not Argentina or Peru in South America? The southern border is wide open.  Thousands cross the border unimpeded every day.  And...

Europe reels from Trump win, German government collapse

Via: Nerm_L  •  News Viners  •  1 Comments  •  1 Like  •  one month ago

“Just as Europe needs leadership most, Germany's governing coalition has imploded. Trump's election victory and uncertainty in Berlin spell a wild...”

Panic is slowly creeping across Europe.  DW News is aired on a local PBS channel and the growing realization has been interesting to watch.  In the beginning the talking heads was blaming US politicians and government while disparaging the American people.  But There seems to be a growing...

These Are The Democrats Blaming Biden For Trump's Defeat Of Harris

Via: Nerm_L  •  News Viners  •  52 Comments  •  6 Likes  •  one month ago

“Democratic strategists, pundits and lawmakers have publicly blamed the loss on Biden's refusal to exit the race until late July”

Has everyone forgotten that the Democratic Party really did hold nationwide primaries and voters chose Joe Biden to be their candidate?  Democrat leadership certainly wasn't voicing any concerns during the primaries.  Seems the 'blame game' only tries to cover up a conspiracy within Democratic...