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New York Times comes down squarely on both sides
editorial board deserves some praise for revealing its process for endorsing in the Democratic Presidential primary. Some, far smaller, newspapers started years ago to post their candidate interviews on their websites. Last night, The Times expanded its weekly documentary, “The … Continue reading
Senate proceedings against Trump a trial for us all
Though cynics may mock it as a bit theatrical, the somber demeanor of House leaders delivering the the Articles of Impeachment to the Senate did fit the gravity of the event. Understanding the importance of the message conveyed by the … Continue reading
Khazei congressional candidacy seems like the real deal
Joe Kennedy’s decision to try to unseat the U.S. Senate’s leading voice on climate change has opened up a scramble for Kennedy’s fourth district seat in Congress. It’s a race with a lot of talent, including a man who brings … Continue reading
Posted in Uncategorized
Tagged Alan Khazei, AmeriCorps and City Year, bipartisanship in Congress, Joe Kennedy's district seat, MA 4th congressional district race, March for our Lives, national service program, Senator Chris Shays, Senator John McCain, Senator Ted Kennedy, Serve America Act, Sunshine Movement, Women's Marches
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Missing Tim Russert; Chuck Todd disappoints
It wasn’t just Buffalo’s NFL Wild Card loss yesterday that got me thinking about long-suffering Bills fan Tim Russert, who set the gold standard for a tough but fair Sunday news show interviewer. When Chuck Todd eventually became his successor … Continue reading
Posted in Media, Politics, Uncategorized
Tagged Chuck Todd, disinformation from the White House, Fareed Zakaria GPS, Jay Rosen, Kellyanne Conway alternative facts, Meet the Press, Mike Pompeo on Iran, Senator Mark Warner, Tim Russert, Todd interview with Rolling Stone, Trump Iran recklessness
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House work continues despite impeachment process
Yesterday’s message? It was a sad day for the country but a good day for Constitutional democracy. The Democrats greeted the approval of two Articles of Impeachment with the solemnity and gravity the event warranted. Donald J. Trump will be … Continue reading
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Tagged Bills awaiting Senate action, Climate change bill awaits, Cong Richie Neal, Gun safety bills passed House, House impeaches Donald Trump, Mitch McConnell's obstruction, Nancy Pelosi leverage, No President above law, North American trade bill, Voting Rights Act
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U.S. Senate: Profiles in Courage or Cowardice?
After an expected vote for impeachment in the House of Representatives, the fate of Donald Trump will move to the U.S. Senate, where the prospects for the triumph of Constitutional values are bleak and where GOP stalwarts like Judiciary Committee … Continue reading
