Reports
All lobbyists have been cut from Trump’s transition team
The decision was one of Mike Pence’s first since formally taking over the transition on Tuesday. This is being reported by the Wall Street Journal that all lobbyist appointees originally picked by … Continue reading All lobbyists have been cut from Trump’s transition team
Mike Pence Will Be the Most Powerful Christian Supremacist in U.S. History
While Trump has flip-flopped on a variety of issues, Pence has been a reliable stalwart in the cause of Christian jihad — never wavering in his commitment to America-First militarism, the criminalizing … Continue reading Mike Pence Will Be the Most Powerful Christian Supremacist in U.S. History
North Dakota Pipeline: Why protesters call it a ‘death sentence’
If the pipeline were to leak or burst, it would send oil deep into the Missouri River, the Standing Rock Sioux’s single source of water. They are there because the proposed … Continue reading North Dakota Pipeline: Why protesters call it a ‘death sentence’
How Police Used Tinder to Spy on Brazilian Activists | The Daily Dot
A Brazilian Army intelligence officer reportedly used Tinder to infiltrate and effect the arrests of nearly two dozen activists in São Paulo, according to Motherboard. Army Captain Willian Pina Botelho is said … Continue reading How Police Used Tinder to Spy on Brazilian Activists | The Daily Dot
Planned Parenthood and ACLU see spike in supporters after election.
People are channeling their Trump-fueled fear and anxiety into action. As Americans grapple with the anticipated effects of Donald Trump’s impending presidency, some are taking action with their wallets. Reuters reports that the … Continue reading Planned Parenthood and ACLU see spike in supporters after election.
Google will soon ban fake news sites from using its ad network
Today, Google announced that its advertising tools will soon be closed to websites that promote fake news, a policy that could cut off revenue streams for publications that peddle hoaxes on platforms … Continue reading Google will soon ban fake news sites from using its ad network
Dakota Access Pipeline delayed to undergo further review
The US Army Corp of Engineers has delayed the controversial Dakota Access Pipeline to hold further discussion with the tribe, which has opposed the project. The Standing Rock Sioux Tribe, which relies … Continue reading Dakota Access Pipeline delayed to undergo further review
Facebook is starting to take responsibility for fake news. It could do more.
Mark Zuckerberg vows to tackle hoaxes on Facebook. Can someone P.L.E.A.S.E explain to me why major news sources (FOX/CNN,etc) can’t be held accountable?! It’s FAR more dangerous to undreport, not report, show … Continue reading Facebook is starting to take responsibility for fake news. It could do more.
Reid endorses Ellison for DNC chairman
“Now is the time for new thinking and a fresh start at the DNC,” says the retiring Nevada senator. Maybe they’re listening! Yes! Source: Reid endorses Ellison for DNC chairman – POLITICO Continue reading Reid endorses Ellison for DNC chairman
Hi America. It’s North Carolina. We Know What You’re About to Go Through.
Hello America,It’s North Carolina. We know some of you are a little jittery right now about the 2016 election. We understand. Next year will be the first since 1928 in which Republicans … Continue reading Hi America. It’s North Carolina. We Know What You’re About to Go Through.
Bamboozled…
How do I feel right now, as I listen to “Let it Be” by the Beatles? Well… I feel duped, bamboozled. I didn’t like what Trump had to say during his campaign. He was supposed to be a fresh, non political face. A hero to help us extinguish the nasty game politicians … Continue reading Bamboozled…
A nightmare scenario for progressives under a Trump presidency – economy rebounds
Here’s what Trump’s economic agenda might end up looking like. Which raises the possibility of a nightmare scenario for economic progressivism. It goes like this: Increased spending helps boost the economy, which … Continue reading A nightmare scenario for progressives under a Trump presidency – economy rebounds