April 2017 archive

Why Is This Even A Thing?

Or, the Quislings speak. Democrats give up hope on striking a deal with Trump By Edward-Isaac Dovere, Politico 04/30/17 Democrats couldn’t be less interested in the whole Jared Kushner vs. Steve Bannon drama, and they have given up on the idea that President Donald Trump’s son-in-law will push him to work across the aisle on …

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Not The White House Correspondents’ Association Dinner

White House Correspondents’ Association Dinner

The Breakfast Club (Just Can’t Play)

Welcome to The Breakfast Club! We’re a disorganized group of rebel lefties who hang out and chat if and when we’re not too hungover we’ve been bailed out we’re not too exhausted from last night’s (CENSORED) the caffeine kicks in. Join us every weekday morning at 9am (ET) and weekend morning at 10:30am (ET) to …

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Pondering the Pundits: Sunday Preview Edition

“Pondering the Pundits” is an Open Thread. It is a selection of editorials and opinions from around the news medium and the internet blogs. The intent is to provide a forum for your reactions and opinions, not just to the opinions presented, but to what ever you find important. On Sunday mornings we present a …

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Formula One 2017: Sochi

Well, what do we know about Formula One so far? The rule changes seem to have resulted in faster cars due mostly to the increased aerodynamic downforce and 25% wider tires which augment mechanical grip. Does it improve the prospects for passing? Not at the front according to the drivers who indicate the turbulence from …

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Brazil

Most of Brazil Paralyzed as Unions Implement One-Day General Strike Brazil’s Corruption Investigation Expands to Almost Entire Political Class Brazil Paralyzed by Nationwide Strike, Driven by a Familiar Global Dynamic of Elite Corruption and Impunity by Glenn Greenwald, The Intercept 2017-04-28 Just over one year ago, Brazil’s elected President, Dilma Rousseff, was impeached – ostensibly …

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Health and Fitness News

Welcome to the Stars Hollow Gazette‘s Health and Fitness News weekly diary. It will publish on Saturday afternoon and be open for discussion about health related issues including diet, exercise, health and health care issues, as well as, tips on what you can do when there is a medical emergency. Also an opportunity to share …

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Alone In The Kitchen With An Old Frenchman

Recently French chef Jacques Pépin turned 80 and retired. Over the years, he educated viewers of Public Television on how to cook and, something that no other cooking show host has done, techniques in the kitchen with wisdom, humor and a smattering of French lessons. As Gilad Edelman wrote in a Slate article, this man …

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The Breakfast Club (Lost Dreams)

Welcome to The Breakfast Club! We’re a disorganized group of rebel lefties who hang out and chat if and when we’re not too hungover we’ve been bailed out we’re not too exhausted from last night’s (CENSORED) the caffeine kicks in. Join us every weekday morning at 9am (ET) and weekend morning at 10:30am (ET) to …

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