The Retreat Becomes a Rout

And, no; I’m not talking about Democratic failures in the face of the Republican onslaught. What’s being routed is common sense, practicality, reason, and stability. The president has ultimately decided that if Congress is not going to strip health insurance from millions of people, essentially box them into buying policies that have unconscionably sky-high deductibles… Continue reading The Retreat Becomes a Rout

White House Chief of Staff – “I’m not being fired today” – Video

Rumors and White House sources say that Trump’s White House Chief of Staff, John Kelly – a man of impeccable integrity and grit – is leaving the White House. But today, Kelly put the brakes on all those speculations – or probably fueled those speculations – when he addressed the media telling them, “I’m not… Continue reading White House Chief of Staff – “I’m not being fired today” – Video

Shooting Policy Blanks

We learned this week that the Republican Party is so concerned about religious rights that they’ll compromise women’s health and allow people who are supposedly committed to love and compassion to discriminate against fellow human beings who love differently than they do. We also learned that the only suggestion they can come up with when… Continue reading Shooting Policy Blanks

Trump Didn’t “Drain The Swamp”, He Brought The Swamp With Him

What’s going on with Trump’s cabinet members and their need to fly all over the place on the taxpayer’s dime? Tom Price, Trump’s HHS Secretary was forced to resign because he billed the American people over 1 million dollars to pay for his travel costs, and now another cabinet member wants us to pay almost… Continue reading Trump Didn’t “Drain The Swamp”, He Brought The Swamp With Him

Tax Cut Pizza Math: How Many Slices Will You Get?

Raise your hand if you thought the Trump tax plan would favor the middle class and the poor. I see no hands. Democrats in the House and Senate can fulminate all they want, and the responsible media – and you know who they are – can put banner headlines about economic inequality on their sites… Continue reading Tax Cut Pizza Math: How Many Slices Will You Get?

Barack Obama Asks for Help in Puerto Rico Catastrophe

SEOUL, SOUTH KOREA - JULY 03: In this handout photo released by the Chosun Ilbo, Former U.S. President Barack Obama speaks at the Asian Leadership conference at the Sheraton Walkerhill Hotel on July 3, 2017 in Seoul, South Korea. Obama is in South Korea to attend anAsian Leadership conference in Seoul. (Photo by Chosun Ilbo via Getty Images)

While Donald Trump foolishly wasted precious time attacking black players in the NFL for peacefully protesting the slayings of black people by police, former president Barack Obama continued his efforts to bring attention to the suffering in Puerto Rico. In a tweet on Tuesday, the former president shared a video he made with other former… Continue reading Barack Obama Asks for Help in Puerto Rico Catastrophe

The Dotard Wants War and Concussions

Take that, you John McCain you. And NFL players who kneel for the national anthem? You need to speak the way we want you to speak. And hit harder, man! Be like Aaron Hernandez. But what’s happening with Stephen Curry you ask? We don’t want your NBA Championship demeanor and terrific play and ambassador-like personality anywhere near the… Continue reading The Dotard Wants War and Concussions

It’s Just the Weather. Nothing to See Here, Citizens. Move Along.

No, it’s not the Apocalypse. That happened last November. This is just weather. Just weather. And the earth. How quaint. Three hurricanes, and a major earthquake that very few people outside of Mexico are paying attention to, are taking their physical and psychic toll on a country that does not need any more bad news. Add… Continue reading It’s Just the Weather. Nothing to See Here, Citizens. Move Along.

This Is How You Burn Your “Make America Great Again” Hat – Video

donald trump spouting nonsense METRO GRAB taken from: http://video.metro.co.uk/video/met/2018/01/06/8980338924088870056/640x360_MP4_8980338924088870056.mp4

“I can stand in the middle of Fifth Ave and shoot somebody, and not lose any voters!” That was ‘amnesty Don’ back when he was campaigning for president. With all the foolish things he said and all the love he received from Republicans for saying those things, Donald Trump felt invincible. What changed? If you… Continue reading This Is How You Burn Your “Make America Great Again” Hat – Video

Steve Bannon Says Catholic Churches Need “Illegal Aliens” to Fill The Churches

Steve Bannon, leader of the conservative right, and most recently known as the man who whispered in Donald Trump’s ear as his Chief Adviser, explained his feelings on DACA – Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals – and the Catholic church. In a recently published interview, Bannon told CBS that Trump’s recent decision to end DACA… Continue reading Steve Bannon Says Catholic Churches Need “Illegal Aliens” to Fill The Churches