I hope you’ll watch this powerful speech by @DwyaneWade and @itsgabrielleu. This is what it means to show up for your child—and for all of our children.
St Patrick is credited with introducing the shamrock as a symbol of the Holy Trinity; it has since become a symbol of Irish identity. The number three is significant in Irish oral literature, with magical or mystical qualities representing a sense of wholeness or completeness. Irish mythology is replete with examples where deities are represented in three forms, such as the ancient goddesses of Ireland Ériu, Banba and Fódla. Heroes and characters in the ancient sagas often have three particular qualities, and their worthiness and abilities are measured by having to perform three tasks to overcome a challenge (or three).
Hosting the Taoiseach:
President Biden Attends the Friends of Ireland Caucus St. Patrick’s Day Luncheon
Here: (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=f0mxqTkotiw)
–this morn (now).
“And today new generations of young people are growing up with no memory of the conflicts their parents endured.”
“While Ireland is a militarily neutral country we’re not politically neutral in the face of violations of international law and human rights. The past 13 months have united us all who believe in freedom and democracy, and rule of law, and the U.N. charter. And we stand with Ukraine because silence means surrender. I will not stay silent when liberty, freedom and fundamental human rights are being attacked. So we will stand with Ukraine for as long as it takes.”
Great to meet with participants of the UCD-Howard Exchange Programme, as well as the African American Irish Diaspora Network. @ucddublin@HowardU
As Ireland becomes more diverse, and greatly enriched as a result, we are increasingly aware of the diversity of our own diaspora. pic.twitter.com/w6I8q0puPD
Remarks by Vice President Harris During Roundtable on Reproductive Rights
Grand View University
Des Moines, Iowa
THE VICE PRESIDENT: Well, let’s just first recognize where we are, which is, again, that a group of elected politicians are attempting to use the court of law to implement a political agenda that would undo the veracity and significance of a medical decision by the FDA about a medication — a decision that was made 20 years ago.
Understand also, the FDA has been approving medication for over 85 years, not only for this medication but for insulin, for asthma medication, for medication for high blood pressure, for chemotherapy medication.
How the abortion pill case landed in a ‘tiny MAGA jurisdiction’ in Texas
.@chrislhayes on how the abortion pill case landed in front of Judge Kacsmaryk:
"It's essentially a legal loophole. Conservatives have basically hacked the judicial system to create this tiny MAGA jurisdiction with a judge who will favorably be relied upon to do what they want." pic.twitter.com/z8QL7TxhCL
— All In with Chris Hayes (@allinwithchris) March 16, 2023
So proud of my @HoganLovells partner Jess Ellsworth, who brilliantly argued the mifepristone abortion drug case yesterday in Texas. She and I do many Supreme Court and other cases together, and she is as good as they come. A superstar https://t.co/aqMGPchctL… https://t.co/WLriFfPR3L
Reporter Describes Being Fired By Axios After Being Targeted By Ron DeSantis’ Media ‘Machine’
Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis’ (R) press team often attacks the reporters who cover his state. On Monday, they cost one of those journalists, Ben Montgomery, his job with Axios.
In a conversation with TPM, Montgomery said he felt the situation was an example of how DeSantis’ media “machine” was impacting the news business.
Joint Statement by the Department of the Treasury, Federal Reserve, FDIC and OCC
The following statement was released by Secretary of the Treasury Janet L. Yellen, Federal Reserve Board Chair Jerome H. Powell, FDIC Chairman Martin J. Gruenberg and Acting Comptroller of the Currency Michael J. Hsu:
“Today, 11 banks announced $30 billion in deposits into First Republic Bank. This show of support by a group of large banks is most welcome, and demonstrates the resilience of the banking system.”
(https://home.treasury.gov/news/press-releases/jy1349)
“Federal Reserve Chair Jerome H. Powell and Treasury Secretary Janet L. Yellen acted decisively on Sunday, assuring the failed bank’s depositors that they would have immediate access to all of their funds, not just the $250,000 guaranteed by the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation.” (Eugene Robinson)
Eugene Robinson:
“In 2015, Greg Becker, the chief executive of SVB — which he was until last Friday, when the bank collapsed and he was fired — joined lobbyists asking Congress to weaken mandated safeguards for “mid-sized” banks such as his. Congress complied by passing a deregulation law signed by President Donald Trump in 2018.”
In a letter to Becker this week, Sen. Elizabeth Warren (D-Mass.) wrote that if the original Dodd-Frank rules had still been in place, the SVB crisis might not have happened.”
Sen Warren letter:
Opinion
If banks want federal rescue, they should accept federal regulation
“Question: What is a socialist?
Answer: A libertarian tech bro who had money in Silicon Valley Bank.
There is nothing funny about the second-biggest bank failure in the nation’s history, which has roiled financial markets at a time when the economy is already unsettled. It is richly ironic, though, to hear luminaries of the tech sector, after years of complaining that “big government” was the problem, suddenly clamoring for massive federal intervention and largesse….”
“On Twitter, Sacks has railed against “profligate spending and money printing coming out of Washington” and the evils of what he calls “Bidenomics.”
But on Friday, Sacks was frantically calling for big government to come to the rescue of Silicon Valley Bank.
And I’m talking about people like another Musk confidant, investor Jason Calacanis, who was tweeting along the same lines on Saturday, but in all caps….”
.@SteveDraz Dear Senator: Don’t be like that. Let’s us walk you out around Minnesota and show you where hunger exist. Hunger is hidden, but is around.Makes our communities less successful. Makes people not able to thrive….come with me to any low income neighborhood in USA…! https://t.co/OT8e1UGzCy
It is not just banks that can fall victim to acute failures of confidence. History shows that governments can suffer the same fate. Right now, we face the risk of a dangerous “run” on our democracy.https://t.co/lYpHtcQQTl
Neal Katyal March 11th
“Just out of Gridiron. Me listening to @Mike_Pence giving an absurd speech about how important it was to find out the truth about January 6. Left unsaid was that he is filing ridiculous court actions about how afraid he is to tell the truth about Jan 6 w/bogus privilege assertions.”
New polling: Recent revelations have affected Fox News’ standing
Most Americans agree: Fox News should be punished over its post-election controversy. That majority includes a surprising number of Republican voters.
“While Fox News has denied all wrongdoing and is vigorously contesting the lawsuit, it was difficult not to wonder how much of this story would reach the public — and whether Americans would care. The latest national poll from Quinnipiac University suggests the controversy has had an effect on the network’s standing.
Nearly two-thirds of Americans (65 percent) think Fox News should be held accountable after Fox Chairman Rupert Murdoch acknowledged in a deposition that a number of the network’s hosts spread false information about the 2020 presidential election being stolen from Donald Trump, while 26 percent think Fox News should not be held accountable.
According to the results, 93% of Democrats agreed that the network should be held accountable, and 67% of self-identified independents agreed. Not surprisingly, there was a partisan gap — GOP voters are bound to be more sympathetic toward an outlet aligned with GOP politics — but Quinnipiac nevertheless found that 41% of Republicans also believe that Fox News should be held accountable.”
“The greatest threat to western civilization today is not Russia. It’s probably more than anything else, ourselves.” – Former US president Donald Trump.
“Too Woke To Fail.”
Pod Save America
Biden steps in to prevent a bank run after the collapse of Silicon Valley Bank and Republicans blame the failure on woke culture. Senator Cory Booker stops by to talk politics and LA’s best vegan fast food. Lovett talks to the transgender teenager who stumped Virginia Governor Glenn Youngkin at last week’s CNN town hall.
How Alaska’s coastal communities are racing against erosion
Melting permafrost is destroying coastal lands, affecting communities and villages, including those of Indigenous groups
“Dillingham is just one example of a small Alaskan town with a big erosion problem. Around the state, dozens of coastal communities are watching their coastlines crumble, losing at least 3 feet of land per year. Critical infrastructure such as airport runways, fuel tanks, and schools are in danger. Many Alaska Natives have been hard hit: Now, with climate change altering weather patterns, melting permafrost, and reducing sea ice, the land these communities are built on is falling into the sea.”
Saima Sidik: (https://ictnews.org/news/how-alaskas-coastal-communities-are-racing-against-erosion)
Omagosh…found it !! Can it be true?
A sweet Irishman played me this 78 rpm long ago on a misty eve – learned it by heart. Fast forward: I sang it at my wedding decades later. About a woman…which fit with my sister who had just taken her own life. I was about to give birth.
Lá fhéile Pádraig sona dhuit!!
—A very happy St. Patrick’s Day !! ☘️ 🍀
She Moved Through the Fair was first collected in Donegal by poet Padraic Colum (1881-1972) and musicologist Herbert Hughes (1882-1937), and published by Boosey & Hawkes in London in Irish Country Songs in 1909. The tune is in mixolydian mode. The lyrics were also published in Colum’s book Wild Earth and Other Poems, (Macmillan, 1922, p. 26) though the book doesn’t mention their traditional origin.
The Irish tenor John McCormack recorded She Moved Through the Fair in 1941.
He seemed to have introduced the change from “my young love” to “my dead love” in the last verse.
—what a nightmare it had to be for Sec. Clinton, watching the conflated doubloon tear apart the country, put little ones behind bars, and what DeSantis is getting away with.
.@JoyAnnReid: "On this day in 1933, civil rights icon Myrlie Evers-Williams was born. That makes her 90 years young today! A long, rich life dedicated to racial equality, but also one haunted by tragedy." via @TheReidOutpic.twitter.com/417M2NXUec
imho
true or not about Tuesday, sounds like a cry for assistance…
trump like to pre-empt rule of law…thinks he cannot be stopped, wants you to fear he’ll make trouble and resurrect Jan 6 violence?
Well he may be transparent, but he’s not in charge.
Plus ever was and ever will be subject to the rule of law.
15 years ago today, @BarackObama delivered his “More Perfect Union” speech.
As I reflect on that moment, I wanted to share with all of you a story from that speech that captures the spirit of our work at the @ObamaFoundation: The story of Ashley Baia.https://t.co/EfMPH7B2m3
“But the decision to give the speech was fraught with uncertainty. It came directly from the candidate, who was willing to risk losing and said, “if I want the American people to vote for me as president, they have to really understand who I am.”
It was a defining moment as he demonstrated his willingness to trust the American people with his truth.” (Valerie Jarrett)
#OTD Dana Elaine Owens (Mar 18, 1970) known professionally as Queen Latifah, singer, songwriter, rapper, actress, producer. She signed with Tommy Boy Records & released her debut album “All Hail the Queen” in 1989, featuring the hit single "Ladies First".#Historypic.twitter.com/hDfg6DPNcu
#OnThisDay in 1933, Unita Blackwell, an outspoken critic of racial and economic inequality, was born. In 1976, Blackwell became the first Black female mayor elected in the state of Mississippi. #WomensHistoryMonthpic.twitter.com/UmV20OmUzE
T-6 hours until @InsideWithPsaki launches at 12pm ET and I am already very caffeinated…in addition to @RepJeffries@GovWhitmer@NYCMayor I have a few things to get off my chest about the GOP war on wokewokeism…so tune in
"The extreme MAGA Republicans as a group want to defund the FBI, investigate and intimidate law enforcement and continue to coddle violent insurrectionists who tried to overthrow the government." @RepJeffries tells @jrpsaki in an exclusive interview. pic.twitter.com/xtXqaG2SxB
— Inside with Jen Psaki (@InsideWithPsaki) March 19, 2023
Longtime musician Kenny Vance turns documentary maker to honor heroes of ‘50s doo-wop era
"Heart and Soul" celebrates the work of groundbreaking artists like Frankie Lyman and the Teenagers, the Chantels, The Jive Five and Little Anthony and the Imperialshttps://t.co/v6GQHrIczn
Manhattan DA says his office won’t tolerate ‘attempts to intimidate’ following Trump posts
“We do not tolerate attempts to intimidate our office or threaten the rule of law in New York,” Bragg wrote.
“Our law enforcement partners will ensure that any specific or credible threats against the office will be fully investigated and that the proper safeguards are in place so all 1,600 of us have a secure work environment.”
Bragg added that he’s committed to maintaining a safe work environment for employees.
“In the meantime, as with all our investigations, we will continue to apply the law evenly and fairly, and speak publicly only when appropriate,” he wrote.
Trump Picks an Enemy: Us
The Orange Caligula sides with Russia.
Charlie Sykes
Trump says Russia is not a threat, our greatest threat is our American representatives, we need to reevaluate the purpose of NATO, and most of the people in the State Dept, DOD and Intel Services need to be fired so he can put the right people in. pic.twitter.com/9PC6PrONM9
BREAKING: On Jen Psaki's debut of "Inside with Jen Psaki" she completely tears apart the Republican anti-woke movement, showing that it's a terrible 2024 campaign focus.
Dear @Jim_Jordan: Local prosecutors, including DA Bragg, owe you nothing. In fact, it is illegal for you and @JudiciaryGOP. to interfere in an ongoing criminal investigation, or a criminal trial (if there is one).
During his rallies, including during his recent announcement for president, Trump often mentions how he calls Chinese President and head of the CCP, Xi Jinping, ‘King.’ pic.twitter.com/mhIAApzRdd
Meidas Touch
Some in the mainstream media need to understand that this is not a matter of both sides. The Republican Party has proven itself to be a criminal cartel. A fascist cult.
You are not being “unbiased” by pretending it is just another political party. You are lying to your audience.
Trump killed his supporters and their families with COVID.
He helped get them thrown in prison by inciting January 6.
He stole their money and gave it to his billionaire friends.
And now he’s calling them to action to get arrested for him again.
It’s the ultimate death cult.
Had President Ford not granted Nixon an almost immediate “full, free and absolute” pardon in 1974, later Presidents might not have felt so licensed to break the law.
The ‘Swarm’ episode co-written by Malia Obama has some sly, subtle Trump shade and it’s hilarious
Series co-creator Janine Nabers called the episode one of its “wildest.” And, spoiler alert, it’s a pretty wild show.
“Some of her pitches were wild as hell, and they were just so good and so fun,” Nabers said of the 24-year-old. “She’s an incredible writer. She brought a lot to the table… She’s really, really dedicated to her craft.”
The Obama Diary 
Goodnight, all, and Happy St. Patrick’s Day – when it hits your time zone! Thanks for the post, Nerdy darlin’ !!!
🍀💖
P.S. I love Michelle Obama (which I may have mentioned before – lol)!!!!
Happy St Pat’s Day – ádh mór ar Naomh Pádraig !!!
☘️ 🍀 🦋
Seamróg:
St Patrick is credited with introducing the shamrock as a symbol of the Holy Trinity; it has since become a symbol of Irish identity. The number three is significant in Irish oral literature, with magical or mystical qualities representing a sense of wholeness or completeness. Irish mythology is replete with examples where deities are represented in three forms, such as the ancient goddesses of Ireland Ériu, Banba and Fódla. Heroes and characters in the ancient sagas often have three particular qualities, and their worthiness and abilities are measured by having to perform three tasks to overcome a challenge (or three).
Here’s our eight-part guide to St Patrick and our national holiday.
https://www.irishtimes.com/culture/2023/03/16/how-st-patricks-day-came-to-ireland-plus-some-handy-phrases-for-this-weekends-festival/
Hosting the Taoiseach:
President Biden Attends the Friends of Ireland Caucus St. Patrick’s Day Luncheon
Here: (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=f0mxqTkotiw)
–this morn (now).
President Biden Hosts H.E. Leo Varadkar, Taoiseach of Ireland, for a Shamrock Presentation
Here: (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FQCRfVoibWQ)
—3 pm ET.
Taoiseach Varadkar.
“And today new generations of young people are growing up with no memory of the conflicts their parents endured.”
“While Ireland is a militarily neutral country we’re not politically neutral in the face of violations of international law and human rights. The past 13 months have united us all who believe in freedom and democracy, and rule of law, and the U.N. charter. And we stand with Ukraine because silence means surrender. I will not stay silent when liberty, freedom and fundamental human rights are being attacked. So we will stand with Ukraine for as long as it takes.”
Taoiseach Varadkar,
Oh The Days Of The Kerry Dances
Stephane Grappelli, Frankie Gavin
–we always sang it as “Dancing”…huge fave.
Remarks by Vice President Harris During Roundtable on Reproductive Rights
Grand View University
Des Moines, Iowa
THE VICE PRESIDENT: Well, let’s just first recognize where we are, which is, again, that a group of elected politicians are attempting to use the court of law to implement a political agenda that would undo the veracity and significance of a medical decision by the FDA about a medication — a decision that was made 20 years ago.
Understand also, the FDA has been approving medication for over 85 years, not only for this medication but for insulin, for asthma medication, for medication for high blood pressure, for chemotherapy medication.
(https://www.whitehouse.gov/briefing-room/speeches-remarks/2023/03/16/remarks-by-vice-president-harris-during-roundtable-on-reproductive-rights/)
How the abortion pill case landed in a ‘tiny MAGA jurisdiction’ in Texas
Reporter Describes Being Fired By Axios After Being Targeted By Ron DeSantis’ Media ‘Machine’
Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis’ (R) press team often attacks the reporters who cover his state. On Monday, they cost one of those journalists, Ben Montgomery, his job with Axios.
In a conversation with TPM, Montgomery said he felt the situation was an example of how DeSantis’ media “machine” was impacting the news business.
(https://talkingpointsmemo.com/news/ben-montgomery-ron-desantis)
—have several seats darling!
Donald Trump must be prosecuted
Joint Statement by the Department of the Treasury, Federal Reserve, FDIC and OCC
The following statement was released by Secretary of the Treasury Janet L. Yellen, Federal Reserve Board Chair Jerome H. Powell, FDIC Chairman Martin J. Gruenberg and Acting Comptroller of the Currency Michael J. Hsu:
“Today, 11 banks announced $30 billion in deposits into First Republic Bank. This show of support by a group of large banks is most welcome, and demonstrates the resilience of the banking system.”
(https://home.treasury.gov/news/press-releases/jy1349)
“Federal Reserve Chair Jerome H. Powell and Treasury Secretary Janet L. Yellen acted decisively on Sunday, assuring the failed bank’s depositors that they would have immediate access to all of their funds, not just the $250,000 guaranteed by the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation.” (Eugene Robinson)
Eugene Robinson:
“In 2015, Greg Becker, the chief executive of SVB — which he was until last Friday, when the bank collapsed and he was fired — joined lobbyists asking Congress to weaken mandated safeguards for “mid-sized” banks such as his. Congress complied by passing a deregulation law signed by President Donald Trump in 2018.”
In a letter to Becker this week, Sen. Elizabeth Warren (D-Mass.) wrote that if the original Dodd-Frank rules had still been in place, the SVB crisis might not have happened.”
Sen Warren letter:
Click to access 2023.03.14%20Letter%20to%20Silicon%20Valley%20Bank%20re%20Lobbying%20for%20Deregulation2.pdf
Opinion
If banks want federal rescue, they should accept federal regulation
“Question: What is a socialist?
Answer: A libertarian tech bro who had money in Silicon Valley Bank.
There is nothing funny about the second-biggest bank failure in the nation’s history, which has roiled financial markets at a time when the economy is already unsettled. It is richly ironic, though, to hear luminaries of the tech sector, after years of complaining that “big government” was the problem, suddenly clamoring for massive federal intervention and largesse….”
“On Twitter, Sacks has railed against “profligate spending and money printing coming out of Washington” and the evils of what he calls “Bidenomics.”
But on Friday, Sacks was frantically calling for big government to come to the rescue of Silicon Valley Bank.
And I’m talking about people like another Musk confidant, investor Jason Calacanis, who was tweeting along the same lines on Saturday, but in all caps….”
Eugene Robinson: (https://www.washingtonpost.com/opinions/2023/03/16/banks-failure-federal-regulation-svb/)
“Shorter version: I want my big-government rescue, and I want it now.”
analytics
dragons, farside
In a conversation with TPM, Montgomery said he felt the situation was an example of how DeSantis’ media “machine” was impacting the news business.
(https://talkingpointsmemo.com/news/ben-montgomery-ron-desantis)
José
guy who has yet to meet a hungry person
slight gaff in the header there…!
a run on democracy
5 states look to…
The Persuaders: At the Front Lines of the Fight for Hearts, Minds, and Democracy
Author: Anand Giridharadas
Neal Katyal March 11th
“Just out of Gridiron. Me listening to @Mike_Pence giving an absurd speech about how important it was to find out the truth about January 6. Left unsaid was that he is filing ridiculous court actions about how afraid he is to tell the truth about Jan 6 w/bogus privilege assertions.”
New polling: Recent revelations have affected Fox News’ standing
Most Americans agree: Fox News should be punished over its post-election controversy. That majority includes a surprising number of Republican voters.
“While Fox News has denied all wrongdoing and is vigorously contesting the lawsuit, it was difficult not to wonder how much of this story would reach the public — and whether Americans would care. The latest national poll from Quinnipiac University suggests the controversy has had an effect on the network’s standing.
Nearly two-thirds of Americans (65 percent) think Fox News should be held accountable after Fox Chairman Rupert Murdoch acknowledged in a deposition that a number of the network’s hosts spread false information about the 2020 presidential election being stolen from Donald Trump, while 26 percent think Fox News should not be held accountable.
According to the results, 93% of Democrats agreed that the network should be held accountable, and 67% of self-identified independents agreed. Not surprisingly, there was a partisan gap — GOP voters are bound to be more sympathetic toward an outlet aligned with GOP politics — but Quinnipiac nevertheless found that 41% of Republicans also believe that Fox News should be held accountable.”
Steve Benen: (https://www.msnbc.com/rachel-maddow-show/maddowblog/new-polling-recent-revelations-affected-fox-news-standing-rcna75300)
“The greatest threat to western civilization today is not Russia. It’s probably more than anything else, ourselves.” – Former US president Donald Trump.
Trump’s false or misleading claims total 30,573 over 4 years
(https://www.washingtonpost.com/politics/2021/01/24/trumps-false-or-misleading-claims-total-30573-over-four-years/)
“Donald Trump hated America.” ( Joe Scarborough)
McCarthy: “He should have immediately denounced the mob.”
Hannity admits Trump knew.
The fear and fury of these Florida parents
The state has introduced new laws that affect nearly every stage of parenting. Some families are choosing between fight and flight.
Caitlin Gibson: (https://www.washingtonpost.com/parenting/2023/03/08/florida-laws-parents/)
imo, FL is already or will be mafia central without a rapid response to DeathSantis.
–“Kissing Fish”.
MAGA King v. RINO Loser.”
Pod Save America
https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/maga-king-v-rino-loser/id1192761536?i=1000604568748
“Too Woke To Fail.”
Pod Save America
Biden steps in to prevent a bank run after the collapse of Silicon Valley Bank and Republicans blame the failure on woke culture. Senator Cory Booker stops by to talk politics and LA’s best vegan fast food. Lovett talks to the transgender teenager who stumped Virginia Governor Glenn Youngkin at last week’s CNN town hall.
More: (https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/too-woke-to-fail/id1192761536?i=1000604070554)
How Alaska’s coastal communities are racing against erosion
Melting permafrost is destroying coastal lands, affecting communities and villages, including those of Indigenous groups
“Dillingham is just one example of a small Alaskan town with a big erosion problem. Around the state, dozens of coastal communities are watching their coastlines crumble, losing at least 3 feet of land per year. Critical infrastructure such as airport runways, fuel tanks, and schools are in danger. Many Alaska Natives have been hard hit: Now, with climate change altering weather patterns, melting permafrost, and reducing sea ice, the land these communities are built on is falling into the sea.”
Saima Sidik: (https://ictnews.org/news/how-alaskas-coastal-communities-are-racing-against-erosion)
Inupiaq musher Ryan Redington wins Iditarod
Indigenous mushers sweep the top three spots for the first time in 50 years
RIchard Arline Walker:
(https://ictnews.org/news/inupiaq-musher-ryan-redington-wins-iditarod)
The Golden Screen
The Movies That Made Asian America
from Everything Everywhere All At Once
Asian Americans to rally nationwide 2 years after deadly Atlanta shooting
Events will take place in five major cities, including Atlanta and New York.
By Nakylah Carter
(https://abcnews.go.com/US/asian-americans-rally-nationwide-2-year-anniversary-atlanta/story?id=97892722)
This is it !!
She Moved Through the Fair –
John McCormack.
Omagosh…found it !! Can it be true?
A sweet Irishman played me this 78 rpm long ago on a misty eve – learned it by heart. Fast forward: I sang it at my wedding decades later. About a woman…which fit with my sister who had just taken her own life. I was about to give birth.
Lá fhéile Pádraig sona dhuit!!
—A very happy St. Patrick’s Day !! ☘️ 🍀
A little research…
She Moved Through the Fair was first collected in Donegal by poet Padraic Colum (1881-1972) and musicologist Herbert Hughes (1882-1937), and published by Boosey & Hawkes in London in Irish Country Songs in 1909. The tune is in mixolydian mode. The lyrics were also published in Colum’s book Wild Earth and Other Poems, (Macmillan, 1922, p. 26) though the book doesn’t mention their traditional origin.
The Irish tenor John McCormack recorded She Moved Through the Fair in 1941.
He seemed to have introduced the change from “my young love” to “my dead love” in the last verse.
(https://mainlynorfolk.info/anne.briggs/songs/shemovesthroughthefair.html)
j’ob yes remember it…as well as the visit to Offaly, the Black Velvet pint in the pub, the Irish on the tear…such a beautiful welcome !!
This. Very much this.
—what a nightmare it had to be for Sec. Clinton, watching the conflated doubloon tear apart the country, put little ones behind bars, and what DeSantis is getting away with.
re: Tuesday don’t know if any truth to what he wrote just yet.
I truly love this! 😃🥹
Dudette is superb, yes!
–that too fer sure!! Also this interview is great.
https://pbs.twimg.com/media/FrgW2FBaUAAUoAF?format=jpg
imho
true or not about Tuesday, sounds like a cry for assistance…
trump like to pre-empt rule of law…thinks he cannot be stopped, wants you to fear he’ll make trouble and resurrect Jan 6 violence?
Well he may be transparent, but he’s not in charge.
Plus ever was and ever will be subject to the rule of law.
15 years ago today
“But the decision to give the speech was fraught with uncertainty. It came directly from the candidate, who was willing to risk losing and said, “if I want the American people to vote for me as president, they have to really understand who I am.”
It was a defining moment as he demonstrated his willingness to trust the American people with his truth.” (Valerie Jarrett)
Full: (https://www.obama.org/look-back-at-the-more-perfect-union-speech/)
Jen Psaki
—-begins shortly. Congrats !!
We know Ms. Psaki has a way with her…fabulous debut of ‘Inside With Psaki’.
Swing voter describing DeSantis’ woke (whatever that means) catch-all as:
“Fighting an invisible boogeyman”.
NYC Mayor Eric Adams: “Due process is the hallmark of this country”.
Ms. Psaki…disagreement is a healthy part of our democracy. “People who are informed and engaged are the engine of our democracy.”
His appearance was the best part of the show, which I enjoyed!
I grew up listening to all of them, with my sisters – and Mother! Ha.
Nancy Pelosi
Whatever the Grand Jury decides, its consideration makes clear: no one is above the law, not even a former President of the United States.
The former president’s announcement this morning is reckless: doing so to keep himself in the news & to foment unrest among his supporters.
Manhattan DA says his office won’t tolerate ‘attempts to intimidate’ following Trump posts
“We do not tolerate attempts to intimidate our office or threaten the rule of law in New York,” Bragg wrote.
“Our law enforcement partners will ensure that any specific or credible threats against the office will be fully investigated and that the proper safeguards are in place so all 1,600 of us have a secure work environment.”
Bragg added that he’s committed to maintaining a safe work environment for employees.
“In the meantime, as with all our investigations, we will continue to apply the law evenly and fairly, and speak publicly only when appropriate,” he wrote.
(https://www.huffpost.com/entry/manhattan-da-intimidation-trump-arrest-rant_n_6416a3a0e4b0fef152447e090
—-thank you.
https://www.stonekettle.com/2022/12/the-mad-titan.html
He is always “spot on.” Thanks for sharing.
FIVE-ALARM FIRE: The House Freedom Caucus’ Extreme Budget Proposal Endangers Public Safety
(https://www.whitehouse.gov/briefing-room/statements-releases/2023/03/20/five-alarm-fire-the-house-freedom-caucus-extreme-budget-proposal-endangers-public-safety/)
Tristan Snell
1776-1933 – major bank crisis every 10 years
1930s – FDR bank rules enacted
1930s-1980s – no major crisis
1980s – rules rolled back
1980s-2010 – major crisis every 10 years
2010 – Dodd-Frank rules enacted
2010-2018 – no major crisis
2018 – rules rolled back
Trump Picks an Enemy: Us
The Orange Caligula sides with Russia.
Charlie Sykes
trump’s hatred for “deep state” and NATO
Trump Picks an Enemy: Us
The Orange Caligula sides with Russia.
Charlie Sykes
(https://morningshots.thebulwark.com/p/trump-picks-an-enemy-us)
Michael Beschloss
When before in history have we ever seen a Speaker of the House who seems to be this much under the thumb of a former President?
Speaker McCarthy should not be interfering with rule of law — and he must pledge to protect our U.S. Capitol against a possible new violent attack.
Jen Psaki
Ted Lieu
Dear @Jim_Jordan: Local prosecutors, including DA Bragg, owe you nothing. In fact, it is illegal for you and @JudiciaryGOP. to interfere in an ongoing criminal investigation, or a criminal trial (if there is one).
barricades goin’ up
Laurence Tribe
House Republicans are gathered at a luxury resort near Disney World where House Judiciary Chair JIM JORDAN (R-Ohio) & senior GOP leaders are preparing to demand testimony from members of Manhattan DA’s Office amid reports of an imminent Trump indictment.
(https://politico.com/newsletters/playbook/2023/03/20/scoop-house-gop-targets-manhattan-da-00087811)
—imo Flourdough under siege.
Meidas Touch
Some in the mainstream media need to understand that this is not a matter of both sides. The Republican Party has proven itself to be a criminal cartel. A fascist cult.
You are not being “unbiased” by pretending it is just another political party. You are lying to your audience.
Trump killed his supporters and their families with COVID.
He helped get them thrown in prison by inciting January 6.
He stole their money and gave it to his billionaire friends.
And now he’s calling them to action to get arrested for him again.
It’s the ultimate death cult.
Michael Beschloss
Had President Ford not granted Nixon an almost immediate “full, free and absolute” pardon in 1974, later Presidents might not have felt so licensed to break the law.
“Girl, Bye”
The ‘Swarm’ episode co-written by Malia Obama has some sly, subtle Trump shade and it’s hilarious
Series co-creator Janine Nabers called the episode one of its “wildest.” And, spoiler alert, it’s a pretty wild show.
“Some of her pitches were wild as hell, and they were just so good and so fun,” Nabers said of the 24-year-old. “She’s an incredible writer. She brought a lot to the table… She’s really, really dedicated to her craft.”
Lester Fabian Brathwaite: (https://ew.com/tv/malia-obama-swarm-episode-janine-nabers-wildest/)
major congrats to Ms. Obama…⭐️
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