Turn out will be key for us…to gather those folks who did not vote in the last election …should our candidates speak on these topis…Castro..Harris..speak on this…Biden at time does as well..but when Biden speaks about Republicans i think that he does not see the rot that is the GOP…maybe he is speaking to independent voters of whom the majority are disenchanted GOPers
Trump and Putin form a cybersecurity partnership McConnell refuses to pass election security bills State Dept $120M award for election security, $0 spent GOP chooses Russian propaganda NRA launders Russian $$$ to GOP Trump again solicits foreign power to undermine our elections
I loathe how folk are so gobsmacked about the GOP willfully jumping head first into treason, nullification of coequal checks/balances, and a Constitutional crisis as if the Confederate States of America and the Civil War never happened. https://t.co/xvwkGwd27X
“Our current administration is trying to figure out ways to extend the fossil fuel industry’s lifespan.
The next administration must not simply fix that damage, they must turn this ship 180 degrees in the other direction.”
“Instead of letting people silently suffer from depression, from drug addiction, from suicidal thoughts, we need to bring this out of the shadow and discuss it and put resources into it, get rid of the stigma,” https://t.co/ITxhnOLkw7
“Climate scientist Pep Canadell tells CNET that for now, the emissions records we are breaking will continue annually,
“I can tell you they’re going to go up next year
and the following one
and then the next decade
and the following decade.
It’s not until you bring those emissions to ZERO
that you can begin to inspire stabilization in the atmosphere.”
(Daily Kos)
TRUE HERO: This boy was heartbroken to learn about the struggles of homeless veterans. So, he started putting together "Hero Bags" filled with hygiene products and other essentials – and he's given thousands of them to vets in need ❤️ #sharethelovehttps://t.co/0byMcRPvj2pic.twitter.com/fn7aDqEmoY
Some much-needed good news from Australia, where deadly wildfires have threatened homes and the koala population: firefighters in the state of Victoria celebrated after long-awaited rain helps extinguish bushfires. pic.twitter.com/H1GKmSxFLX
Navy quietly ended Climate Change Task Force last March:
“When he took office as secretary of defense, retired Marine Gen. Jim Mattis urged the armed forces to battle the effects of global climate change. The order by Mattis was backed by a slew of scientific studies — including those commissioned by the Pentagon — and concerns expressed by a growing number of past and present military leaders. “Climate change is impacting stability in areas of the world where our troops are operating today,” Mattis indicated in written testimony to the Senate Armed Services Committee in 2017.”
(https://www.navytimes.com/off-duty/military-culture/2019/08/26/navy-quietly-ends-climate-change-task-force-reversing-obama-initiative/
—Trumpsky: O & G planet killer extraordinaire.
The U.S. Navy Task Force Climate Change under President Obama was:
“designed to prepare naval leadership for global shifts in sea levels, melting ice sheets and ocean temperatures. Navy officials told E&E News, which initially reported the termination of the program, that the task force’s mission was one that was “no longer needed.””
2012: Pentagon and military on climate change:
“This video highlights the Pentagon’s focus on climate change as the military examines potential risks, strategic responses, and impacts of climate change on future military and humanitarian missions. In 2010, for the first time, the Pentagon focused on climate change as a significant factor in its Quadrennial Defense Review of potential risks and strategic responses. Rear Admiral David Titley, Oceanographer of the Navy, explains why the US military sees clear evidence of climate change and how those changes will affect future military and humanitarian missions.”
(Video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NN8M8Onnngk)
—Don’t be put off by Trump Administration climate.gov disclaimer.
Fact: The U.S. Military has been preparing for the myriad fallout from the Climate Crisis for a long time.
Ash Carter spoke about it while PBO was in office.
–Media pls remind the Republican O & G planet killiers in the WH and Congress.
Charges under consideration include: -obstruction of justice -money laundering -conspiracy to defraud the US -making false statements to fed officials -failing to register as a foreign agent -hiding foreign campaign donations -straw man campaign donations -mail fraud -wire fraud https://t.co/rdPxJwQpOZ
“America’s Favorite Mayor” is a stone cold thug who will rot in jail. Can’t wait to see it. The best thing about this is how much he talks about being at the beck and call of Trump, a sniveling, groveling servant of the con man, carrying all those crimes like he’s untouchable. An arrogant errand boy, just like all the rest. HA!
Breaking news: A federal judge declined a GOP request to stop the creation of an independent redistricting commission in Michigan: https://t.co/4Xf0ajsdoq
This is so funny, oh, you want a motion for a expedited partial summary judgement, no problem. Oh, and you also want a motion for summary judgment, fuck no.
I’m sure this guy is going to plead the fifth if he’s called to testify, and it would be worth the price of admission alone if he does exactly that. Let this fucker plead the fifth in front of the entire country.
In every video I’ve ever seen of people wearing these glasses for the first time, the reaction is always the same – shock, then overwhelming emotion. It’s amazing to see. So many of us take so much for granted.
A 12-year-old boy, described by his mother as "extremely" color blind, is given a pair of special glasses to try on by his principal–who is also color blind–allowing him to see color for the first time. https://t.co/Iu3HQRDUTEpic.twitter.com/LeLa6muOHO
– Judge rules Don McGahn must testify – This is the ruling John Bolton said he was waiting for – Grand jury targets Rudy – David Pecker cooperating with Manhattan DA against Trump – Trump is going to prison – It’s still only 6:30pm
Breaking: Supreme Court has granted President Trump’s request for an emergency stay of an order that his accounting firm surrender his financial records to congressional investigators. They'll remain confidential while the justices consider whether to hear Trump's appeal.
Great portion of the Judge's ruling just released rejecting Trump's claim in essence that he's a King who can bar anyone he wants from testifying. #DonMcgahnpic.twitter.com/tbQbyaF11w
Typical privileged, White Male, ever shrinking X chromosome fear of reality.
The current candidate who will dismantle the entire Trump Crime Syndicate, including bit players like Pence, Pompeo, Mulvaney & all their @GOP enablers, is Senator @KamalaHarris.
Typical privileged, White Male, ever shrinking Y chromosome fear of reality.
The current candidate who will dismantle the entire Trump Crime Syndicate, including bit players like Pence, Pompeo, Mulvaney & all their @GOP enablers, is Senator @KamalaHarris.
61% of the voters in Michigan voted to create an independent redistricting commission. Favors neither party. GOP – as usual – sued to stop it. They – as usual – lost. Another state where they showed – as usual – their fear of fairness and the people. https://t.co/K2KzLnnNKL
Meetings like this between technology giants, massive dark money donors, and the President of the United States should not be allowed to remain secrets.
I’m disappointed @EsperDoD agrees with @realDonaldTrump that violating chapter 7.7 of the @DeptofDefense Law of War Manual (“Treatment and Handling of Enemy Military Dead”) does not warrant a reduction in rank. This threatens good order and discipline.
The @DeptofDefense Law of War Manual clearly states: “The respectful treatment of the dead is one of the oldest rules in the law of war.” It directs: “Enemy military dead must be protected from disrespectful or degrading acts” which includes “posing with bodies for photographs.”
.@realDonaldTrump has spent three years packing the courts with ideologically-driven conservative judges to do his bidding. Judge Jackson’s decision today shows why having an independent judiciary is important and worth fighting for. https://t.co/otoBDNWAlv
Anyone defending #WarCriminal SEAL Eddie Gallagher must read this! 👇👇👇 Navy Judge says SEAL charged with war crimes threatened to kill teammate who turned him in – The San Diego Union-Tribune https://t.co/tdkV24IZnh
I arrived just now and got to the article Dudette shared, plus saw the follow-up article. You should read that one too, if you haven’t already. I linked to it in my comment to D-ette.
AND if you haven’t yet read the follow-up to this article, you really should.
"I told Buttigieg I actually watched the entire … and pointed out that it was infuriating to watch four white men talk about what was broken in the black community without acknowledging who broke it and who refuses to fix it." https://t.co/ZRK6j2Fcvt
// …
I conceded that the problems with institutional racism are so complex and go back so far that I’m not sure that anyone—a mayor, a governor or even a president—could fix them. Buttigieg, however, insisted that there are some things that people in power could do to make things more equal, a point I actually agreed with.
“I do think there are some ways to attack these issues with policies that might solve these issues, but would certainly help.” he said.
“But do you disagree with the point I was making?” Mayor Buttigieg asked, listing a few programs designed to alleviate this specific problem. “Sometimes children don’t get to see the possibilities. Do you think the lack of positive examples of educational success can lead to mistrust and a lack of confidence in the system?”
“No…well, yes,” I answered. “But the lack of confidence doesn’t have anything to do with role models or support from parents, it’s because the shit is true!”
…//
I don’t think I’d ever read anything by Michael Harriot before; I liked his ‘style’. IMO he did a fine job incorporating factual criticism in his discussion, while treating Buttigieg’s approach ‘fairly’.
The entire WH cyber security staff quit last week. There are so many FEC vacancies that there is no decision making quorum. Today the DHS cyber official for election security quit. https://t.co/eCrgmh5gqP
What is not being reported are the unknown passengers leaving the Titanic. We only keep up with the upper class. But check out the below decks. Steerage may be empty soon.
Sort of an interesting piece. Sounds like PBO isn’t exactly thrilled about all the people in this race, either.
New from me: a deep dive on Barack Obama’s post-presidency and his role in the 2020 primaries, including reporting on what he’s been saying privately about Bernie, Biden, Pete, Kamala, Deval, and others. https://t.co/ISpuvXPHLx
She’s producing stuff she wrote under her pen name!
Stacey Abrams is getting into television. The former Georgia lawmaker and voting-rights advocate will executive produce a drama in development at CBS https://t.co/7dz4VJGQka
Don’t stop lifting up this story. Ask your D.A. And D.A. candidates whether they have a funded and staffed Conviction Integrity Unit to review past cases in which there are claims of misconduct. And evaluate your D.A.’s commitment to this work. Well done, @BaltimoreSAO. https://t.co/f8ejgX47CI
I loved this – all the fun and connection they have. And the cooking and sharing of heritage.
I was reading some of the comments on Kamala’s thread and one in particular notes that in India, you call everyone of your parents’ generation “Auntie” or “Uncle.” So that’s why she greets Mindy’s father that way and probably why she implores Mindy in the beginning not to call her Auntie.
That’s true Meta. Even in other parts of Asia like Malaysia and Singapore, it is not customary to address anyone older than you by their first name.
One would address strangers ‘auntie’ and ‘uncle’ or ‘older brother / sister.
Eg: someone named John who is older … you would call him ‘uncle John’s… even if he is not related.
For Trump, it's always about exerting power, especially if it goes against the grain of what is morally correct. He loves corruption, loves corrupting everything & everyone. He is about chaos; it's why he's Putin's dream & he's very glad to be that because it reinforces who he is
Whenever the topic of the Steele Dossier came up, it was always linked solely to the HRC Campaign and the DNC. I had always heard that Fusion GPS was originally hired by a conservative group during the primaries to do research on Trump (and perhaps other Republicans).
Rachel Maddow had the co-founders of Fusion GPS on her show last evening and at some point that bit of information came out. I heard it again this morning on Morning Joe.
"We just assumed that [Manafort] would quickly go up in flames and would be buried in scandal from his past. That actually didn't happen. As time went on we began to think that he was there for a reason…" -Glenn Simpson, Fusion GPS co-founder pic.twitter.com/KDAJvGyih7
In September 2015, Fusion GPS was hired by The Washington Free Beacon, a conservative political website, to do opposition research on Trump and other Republican presidential candidates. /1
"A newly released trove of documents shows that the State Department misled top lawmakers about why U.S. Ambassador to Ukraine Marie Yovanovitch was removed from her post in May, undercutting the department's official narrative." https://t.co/E5MOk63jh1
You have more power than you know. @SenJohnKennedy just told @CNN’s @ChrisCuomo “I was wrong” about his claim that Ukraine hacked the 2016 election. This would not have happened had you not called him out. We have to stay loud and extinguish Russia’s misinformation.
You have more power than you know. @SenJohnKennedy just told @CNN’s @ChrisCuomo “I was wrong” about his claim that Ukraine hacked the 2016 election. This would not have happened had you not called him out. We have to stay loud and extinguish Russia’s misinformation.
Never gonna Forget this…it gives me life…that the majority of us did not vote for this….but this time we will have more savy about the electoral college…
@KarenPuckettLeo Likewise if that happens, Cummings will still be right because the “we” that voted against this disaster, then voted again to impeach it IS better than this and the GOP. They’re intransigent insurgents and it’s our job to keep fighting them, the lines are drawn.
I have a nephew who is a high school teacher and who has two young daughters in grammar school. They have gone through the drills. My heart breaks every time I think about this.
My message to Mitch McConnell and the feckless Republicans who refuse to act to end gun violence: our children are dying. Enough with the political games. pic.twitter.com/Sd1rwNvIhd
And before they knew it….they had replaced them all…
When top military officials resign it totally works for Trump and Putin – they replace that person with a dumb lackey. Does the con media think Republicans have any interest whatsoever in U.S. national security?
Trump thinks 1) he owns Senate GOP and that 2) Putin will help him get re-elected. 3) Putin will go on undermining the West and doing whatever he can to benefit Russia – which is weak – until Trump 4) lifts sanctions.
So without a desperately urgent national protest and nationwide media reckoning:
–We’ll have an Authoritarian State by….oh…3 weeks on Sunday.
"As the press pooler with perhaps the most FLOTUS event coverage under my belt, I cannot recall another event where she was more negatively received. I believe it is also the first loud booing by an audience at a solo event with Mrs. Trump."
‘No one should feel less than because of the kink of their curl or the color of their skin.’ — @TheYelitsa created Healthy Roots Dolls to teach Black kids about their hair and make them feel beautiful, too pic.twitter.com/HajvyfrWBo
The Obama Diary 
THANK YOU, Nerdy!!
meta…
this opinion by Dionne is on point…
Turn out will be key for us…to gather those folks who did not vote in the last election …should our candidates speak on these topis…Castro..Harris..speak on this…Biden at time does as well..but when Biden speaks about Republicans i think that he does not see the rot that is the GOP…maybe he is speaking to independent voters of whom the majority are disenchanted GOPers
Thank you, Sheila! I’ll check it out.
Thank You Nerdy….
I’m getting in on that:
Thank you, Nerdy!
If your watched the documentary RBG, you know you best not count her out.
RBG is on Netflix if you haven’t seen it!
It’s excellent!! Definitely worth watching
Good Afternoon, TODville Community.
Thank you, Nerdy Wonka.🤗💪😍👒💁♀️🙌💜💙
Thank you, TODbots🙌🎩👒💁♀️💜💙🤗😍❤💚🥂
Greenhouse gases reach highest recorded levels in over 3 million years.
“According to the World Meteorological Organization (WMO), Earth has reached a new high in the concentration of carbon dioxide in our atmosphere; CO2 in the atmosphere reached 407.8 parts per millions this past year, up from 405.5 parts per million in 2017. ”
(https://www.dailykos.com/stories/2019/11/25/1901818/-Greenhouse-gases-reach-highest-recorded-levels-in-over-3-million-years)
= Holy Hell On Wheels….!
“Our current administration is trying to figure out ways to extend the fossil fuel industry’s lifespan.
The next administration must not simply fix that damage, they must turn this ship 180 degrees in the other direction.”
SOON: Elizabeth Warren attends Pints & Politics events in Altoona, Iowa – https://abcnews.go.com/Live/video/speciaL-live-4
“Climate scientist Pep Canadell tells CNET that for now, the emissions records we are breaking will continue annually,
“I can tell you they’re going to go up next year
and the following one
and then the next decade
and the following decade.
It’s not until you bring those emissions to ZERO
that you can begin to inspire stabilization in the atmosphere.”
(Daily Kos)
I would like very much to give this sweet child a big hug. ❤️
If you haven’t lived through drought conditions and wildfires, you have no idea how glorious rain can feel.
What a blessing!
SOON: Kamala Harris meet and greet in Goose Creek, SC – https://abcnews.go.com/Live/video/speciaL-live-1
He is a very sick man.
I was thinking the other day, that Twitter is complicit by giving him a platform to spout his nonsense.
Navy quietly ended Climate Change Task Force last March:
“When he took office as secretary of defense, retired Marine Gen. Jim Mattis urged the armed forces to battle the effects of global climate change. The order by Mattis was backed by a slew of scientific studies — including those commissioned by the Pentagon — and concerns expressed by a growing number of past and present military leaders. “Climate change is impacting stability in areas of the world where our troops are operating today,” Mattis indicated in written testimony to the Senate Armed Services Committee in 2017.”
(https://www.navytimes.com/off-duty/military-culture/2019/08/26/navy-quietly-ends-climate-change-task-force-reversing-obama-initiative/
—Trumpsky: O & G planet killer extraordinaire.
The U.S. Navy Task Force Climate Change under President Obama was:
“designed to prepare naval leadership for global shifts in sea levels, melting ice sheets and ocean temperatures. Navy officials told E&E News, which initially reported the termination of the program, that the task force’s mission was one that was “no longer needed.””
2012: Pentagon and military on climate change:
“This video highlights the Pentagon’s focus on climate change as the military examines potential risks, strategic responses, and impacts of climate change on future military and humanitarian missions. In 2010, for the first time, the Pentagon focused on climate change as a significant factor in its Quadrennial Defense Review of potential risks and strategic responses. Rear Admiral David Titley, Oceanographer of the Navy, explains why the US military sees clear evidence of climate change and how those changes will affect future military and humanitarian missions.”
(Video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NN8M8Onnngk)
—Don’t be put off by Trump Administration climate.gov disclaimer.
Fact: The U.S. Military has been preparing for the myriad fallout from the Climate Crisis for a long time.
Ash Carter spoke about it while PBO was in office.
–Media pls remind the Republican O & G planet killiers in the WH and Congress.
WELP
My goodness the feds are going to charge these guys with everything including tearing the tags off mattresses.
That would be a nice finishing touch – Ha!
Bring on the perp walks!
“America’s Favorite Mayor” is a stone cold thug who will rot in jail. Can’t wait to see it. The best thing about this is how much he talks about being at the beck and call of Trump, a sniveling, groveling servant of the con man, carrying all those crimes like he’s untouchable. An arrogant errand boy, just like all the rest. HA!
NOW: Sanders attends town hall in Manchester, NH – https://abcnews.go.com/Live/video/speciaL-live-5
Haha! That picture!
Looks more like a Macy’s parade float!
NOW: Pete Buttigieg talks to supporters in Atlantic, Iowa – https://abcnews.go.com/Live/video/speciaL-live-2
Pete, you might want to get in contact with your office about that video of you explaining your thoughts on education in minority neighborhoods.
Yes, indeed.
This is so funny, oh, you want a motion for a expedited partial summary judgement, no problem. Oh, and you also want a motion for summary judgment, fuck no.
I’m sure this guy is going to plead the fifth if he’s called to testify, and it would be worth the price of admission alone if he does exactly that. Let this fucker plead the fifth in front of the entire country.
I heard Barabara McQuade…say that he could not plead the 5th because Impeachment is not a legal proceeding,..
Rachel Maddow breaks it down..
There’s this….
… and by contrast, there’s this… 😆
OMG – that’s hysterical!
😂🤣😂
In every video I’ve ever seen of people wearing these glasses for the first time, the reaction is always the same – shock, then overwhelming emotion. It’s amazing to see. So many of us take so much for granted.
Even happier ending 🕶
Finding out the judge said McGahn has to testify before Congress to me was like opening my front door and seeing somebody sent me flowers.
Ha. Thanks, judge!
😞
I’m done with all the …..
Goodnight TOD
I agree with Bobfr!! Just donated to her campaign. And also J. Castro’s.
hahahahahahaha ….
that’s Y not X 😀 😀 😀 😀
One should be careful to not tweet in a state of peak annoyance/anger!!
Goodnight
Thank you!!
More disgusting shit from this evil administration.
This is too cute. The offense was “one bad grade.”
Me with or without eggnog! 😁
Hysterical!
…remember when…
Mr. and Mrs. Adorable.
Truth
How the hell he lasted as long as he did amazes me.
Goodnight, sweet, sane, smart people of TODville! Sleep well when y’all get there.
Read this article please!
WOW, just wow. What a powerful and meaningful and righteous response. Thanks, D.
Hel-lo there, Meta. Hope all is well. 🙂
I arrived just now and got to the article Dudette shared, plus saw the follow-up article. You should read that one too, if you haven’t already. I linked to it in my comment to D-ette.
Howdy, vc!!
Thank you, D-ette!
AND if you haven’t yet read the follow-up to this article, you really should.
Here’s a quoted section.
// …
I conceded that the problems with institutional racism are so complex and go back so far that I’m not sure that anyone—a mayor, a governor or even a president—could fix them. Buttigieg, however, insisted that there are some things that people in power could do to make things more equal, a point I actually agreed with.
“I do think there are some ways to attack these issues with policies that might solve these issues, but would certainly help.” he said.
“But do you disagree with the point I was making?” Mayor Buttigieg asked, listing a few programs designed to alleviate this specific problem. “Sometimes children don’t get to see the possibilities. Do you think the lack of positive examples of educational success can lead to mistrust and a lack of confidence in the system?”
“No…well, yes,” I answered. “But the lack of confidence doesn’t have anything to do with role models or support from parents, it’s because the shit is true!”
…//
Yep, I read both. Michael JHarriot is an amazing writer. 👍🏾
I don’t think I’d ever read anything by Michael Harriot before; I liked his ‘style’. IMO he did a fine job incorporating factual criticism in his discussion, while treating Buttigieg’s approach ‘fairly’.
👍🏾
Sort of an interesting piece. Sounds like PBO isn’t exactly thrilled about all the people in this race, either.
She’s producing stuff she wrote under her pen name!
I loved this – all the fun and connection they have. And the cooking and sharing of heritage.
I was reading some of the comments on Kamala’s thread and one in particular notes that in India, you call everyone of your parents’ generation “Auntie” or “Uncle.” So that’s why she greets Mindy’s father that way and probably why she implores Mindy in the beginning not to call her Auntie.
That’s true Meta. Even in other parts of Asia like Malaysia and Singapore, it is not customary to address anyone older than you by their first name.
One would address strangers ‘auntie’ and ‘uncle’ or ‘older brother / sister.
Eg: someone named John who is older … you would call him ‘uncle John’s… even if he is not related.
It is supposed to show respect for older folks.
I didn’t know any of this, so appreciate the explanation!
This is true in African countries too! 😇
Everything in disarray and disorder.
Exactly. Sadly. Morning, meta:)
That’s why everything he touches turns to shit.
Good morning!
Good Morning, Obama Diary Family!!!
Morning!
It’s a cult. Morning everyone
What is in that Kool-aide!?
Poison
Up to us to save America.
Whenever the topic of the Steele Dossier came up, it was always linked solely to the HRC Campaign and the DNC. I had always heard that Fusion GPS was originally hired by a conservative group during the primaries to do research on Trump (and perhaps other Republicans).
Rachel Maddow had the co-founders of Fusion GPS on her show last evening and at some point that bit of information came out. I heard it again this morning on Morning Joe.
Another Republican conspiracy full of holes.
😂😂😂
They lied to the American people? I’m shocked.
Good question. Bet those Texans won’t like their land seized for the squatter’s pos useless wall
He’s referring to this
Never gonna Forget this…it gives me life…that the majority of us did not vote for this….but this time we will have more savy about the electoral college…
OMG
I have a nephew who is a high school teacher and who has two young daughters in grammar school. They have gone through the drills. My heart breaks every time I think about this.
Fabulous!
And before they knew it….they had replaced them all…
When top military officials resign it totally works for Trump and Putin – they replace that person with a dumb lackey. Does the con media think Republicans have any interest whatsoever in U.S. national security?
Trump thinks 1) he owns Senate GOP and that 2) Putin will help him get re-elected. 3) Putin will go on undermining the West and doing whatever he can to benefit Russia – which is weak – until Trump 4) lifts sanctions.
So without a desperately urgent national protest and nationwide media reckoning:
–We’ll have an Authoritarian State by….oh…3 weeks on Sunday.
And the Band plays on…
Fight on..
GOOD. I hope this lying birther gets booed out of town.
New post.
https://obamadiary.wordpress.com/2019/11/26/the-consequences-of-gerrymandering/