Ferguson: America 2014 in tweets

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Evening chat – Robin Williams

A celebrity’s death shouldn’t matter much in the scheme of things. But Robin Williams touched millions of lives via his art. And the manner of his death—probably suicide—and the cause—months of battling severe depression—are epidemics in this country. Sometimes the loneliest place is surrounded by loved ones who don’t understand.

A tribute to Robin Williams

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Alcohol / Marijuana

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Golf

News Of The Day

Mother of #MikeBrown told me: “He was really good at … taking things apart and putting them back together. He was almost like a healer.”

— Yamiche Alcindor (@Yamiche) August 11, 2014

I just talked to the mother of #MikeBrown She said: “He fixed things. He didn’t create problems. … He didn’t mean any harm to anybody.”

— Yamiche Alcindor (@Yamiche) August 11, 2014

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Statement by Attorney General Holder on Recent Shooting Incident in Ferguson, Missouri http://t.co/PLuiMnN05O

— Justice Department (@TheJusticeDept) August 11, 2014

Worse than when your officer killed an unarmed teen? MT @stevegiegerich “Worst night of my life” -Ferguson PD Chief Tom Jackson on looting

— TheObamaDiary.com (@TheObamaDiary) August 11, 2014

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In #Ferguson pic.twitter.com/HLc7Pq4J2u

— Antonio French (@AntonioFrench) August 11, 2014

Police in riot hear on one side, protestors on the other https://t.co/RYMrvhjjlL

— Antonio French (@AntonioFrench) August 11, 2014

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VP Biden called Iraqi President Fuad Masum this morning. Here’s the readout from their conversation → http://t.co/ZyWBwwqCan

— Vice President Biden (@VP) August 11, 2014

VP Biden also called Iraqi Prime Minister-designate Haider al-Abadi today. Here’s the readout of their conversation: pic.twitter.com/s3ZZiIyQvF

— Vice President Biden (@VP) August 11, 2014

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President Obama Delivers a Statement on Developments in Iraq

@petesouza: Natl Security Advisor Susan Rice briefs President Obama this am in Chilmark, Ma

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4:45  EDT: President Obama Delivers a Statement on the Latest Political Developments in Iraq

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 @petesouza: President Obama makes a statement on the situation in Iraq

The Audience Speaks

oh god these words pic.twitter.com/tPurgP360l

— Simon Maloy (@SimonMaloy) August 11, 2014

I see why MTP is going with Chuck Todd. He’s a 5-Tool Journalist – White, male, not ethic, not a female, and White.

— William K. Wolfrum (@Wolfrum) August 11, 2014

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Chuck Todd replacing David Gregory is the answer for viewers who want to see David Gregory in what looks like a fake goatee.

— LOLGOP (@LOLGOP) August 11, 2014

David Gregory thinks politics is all about how it affects elites. Chuck Todd thinks it’s all about the betting window at the race track.

— Oliver Willis (@owillis) August 11, 2014

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That Chuck Todd thinks politics is a “game” is why he’s a lousy MTP choice. @speechboy71 @SimonMaloy #RIPMeetThePress pic.twitter.com/xwAaMXie8L

— Only4RM (@Only4RM) August 11, 2014

Chuck Todd to host “Meet The Press,” which will be renamed “Nine Gallons Of Mayonnaise Slowly Oozing Down A Drain.”

— Ian Actual (@iboudreau) August 11, 2014

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Truth In 140 Characters

I don’t want to live in a color blind society …I want to live where people can see my color and see my humanity at the same damn time

— El Cosby Esq… (@TheCosby) August 11, 2014

#IfTheyGunnedMeDown what picture would they use pic.twitter.com/lJ3k3tT63n

— King Ghidorah (@__TrillClinton) August 11, 2014

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Eric Garner was killed a few weeks ago, & Renisha McBride’s killer was just sentenced.Now we have 2 cope w/ #MikeBrown‘s death.It’s too much

— Neale Clunie (@AbeFroman) August 11, 2014

Why is #MikeBrown not innocent until proven guilty in the media but the cop who shot him is? #furguson

— Political Nerd (@Sttbs73) August 11, 2014

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Y’all couldn’t use this pic of #MikeBrown @NBCNews ? pic.twitter.com/dV8aLJV0Im

— Rich Porter (@AC_Hussle) August 10, 2014

@AC_Hussle The reason for not showing this photo, is to avoid showing he was the victim. Instead they want to portray him as a threat.

— Ronin Warrior (@ignitemight313) August 10, 2014

Educated black man is too dangerous RT @AC_Hussle: Y’all couldn’t use this pic of #MikeBrown @NBCNews ? pic.twitter.com/184p9YdmHs

— Mr. You Got Swerved (@ZekeyUno) August 10, 2014

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Black & Unarmed: 20 Black Men Killed By Law Enforcement via @TheRoot http://t.co/6YKgr5bnNJ #BlackLivesMatter

— Renee Bracey Sherman (@RBraceySherman) August 11, 2014

America: Where an unarmed black teen gunned to death by the cops isn’t seen as a victim, but a white kid on a shooting spree is. #Ferguson

— Nerdy Wonka (@NerdyWonka) August 10, 2014

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Talking about the behavior of Black folks AFTER experiencing killing and racism is the epitome of derailment and victim-blaming. #Ferguson

— PrestonMitchum (@PrestonMitchum) August 11, 2014

Unarmed teen killed by cops isn’t the headline but calling black people “ANGRY MOB!” is, that tells you everything about the media #Ferguson

— Nerdy Wonka (@NerdyWonka) August 10, 2014

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Rise and Shine – And Chat Away

On This Day (and it still cracks me up): President Obama at the Farm Neck Golf Club on Martha’s Vineyard, August 11, 2013

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Moooooorning again everyone. I’m taking an R&S break this week, but will still be updating with the other BTs through the day.

So, if you could carry on posting links to good stuff in the comments, that would be excellent!

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And Haaaaaaaaappy Birthday again to Donna Dem!

Early Bird Chat

On This Day: First Lady Michelle Obama greets former White House staffer Franny Starkey and her daughter Willa prior to an event at the Museum of Contemporary Art Denver in Denver, Colo., Aug. 11, 2012. (Official White House Photo by Sonya N. Hebert)