Remember when the Gray Lady endorsed Donald Trump for president?
P.S.
The State Department finally admitted there was no wrongdoing, but you can be sure the Times buried it on Page 16.
Showing posts with label 2016 presidential race. Show all posts
Showing posts with label 2016 presidential race. Show all posts
Monday, October 21, 2019
Tuesday, August 20, 2019
Page 1 Roundup (08/20)
Instagram: Naked reading
The Randy Report: Trump still can't get over losing the popular vote to a woman
The Washington Post: Trump again signals a retreat on gun control, reverting to remarks that mirror NRA views
Omar, Tlaib blast Israel for blocking their visit, although I don't know why they even bothered
Tennis: My heart goes out to Amanda Anisimova, who will miss the U.S. Open following the unexpected death of her father
Tennis: My heart goes out to Amanda Anisimova, who will miss the U.S. Open following the unexpected death of her father
The New York Times: Fearing recession, Trump administration considers moves to bolster economy
The Wall Street Journal: ‘Adult recess’ is booming, because being a grown-up is hard
Thursday, February 21, 2019
They’re (Still) Heeeeeere!
Just as Russia sowed discord among Democrats during the 2016 presidential campaign, Politico reports that a wide-ranging disinformation campaign aimed at Democratic 2020 candidates is already underway on social media, with signs that foreign state actors are driving at least some of the activity.
It’s never really been clear to me if all Democrats understood that Russia didn’t really try to turn liberal voters conservative -- or the other way around --, but rather turned liberals sour on the Democratic candidates, which chipped away at voter turnout just enough in three hitherto reliably blue states called Michigan, Wisconsin and Pennsylvania. (The first person say say Debbie Wasserman Schultz wins the argument!)
It’s never really been clear to me if all Democrats understood that Russia didn’t really try to turn liberal voters conservative -- or the other way around --, but rather turned liberals sour on the Democratic candidates, which chipped away at voter turnout just enough in three hitherto reliably blue states called Michigan, Wisconsin and Pennsylvania. (The first person say say Debbie Wasserman Schultz wins the argument!)
Despite all the indictments of bad actors doing these things, there doesn’t seem to be a lot that can be done to stop it.
All we can do is be vigilant about not falling for it again - - and remind your friends to focus on what they like about the 2020 candidates rather than dwell on the negatives of the ones they don’t.
Monday, December 17, 2018
Tuesday, November 27, 2018
Page 1 Roundup (11/27)
The Daily News: Despite Trump's campaign promise to revive U.S. manufacturing, General Motors to slash 14,000 jobs, close up to 5 plants
Metrosource: Did I understand consent as a young gay man?
The New York Times: The suburbs are changing, but not in all the ways liberals would like
The Washington Post: ‘These children are barefoot. In diapers. Choking on tear gas.’
The Wall Street Journal: Why does Mom have five TV remotes?
Thursday, August 23, 2018
Trump Loses Pecker
My brother Bill lived to see the sad rise of Trump -- and shortly before he died marveled at Crazy Donald's unique ability to project things on others that we didn't even know he was guilty of yet. Wish he were here to see this.
Tuesday, July 17, 2018
Page 1 Roundup (07/17)
The Daily News: Crazy Donald derides reports with which he disagrees as “fake news,” then buys the Russian narrative hook, line, sinker, pole and boat
New York Post: Trump can't admit Russia swayed the election his way without looking like even more of a loser
The New York Times: TV anchors agape after the Trump-Putin appearance
The Washington Post: We are a deeply stupid country, writes Dana Milibank
The Wall Street Journal: What does it take for a stadium to land a Final Four? Some really big curtains
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Friday, June 15, 2018
Dissed Opportunity
I'll go to my grave always wondering what it might have been like to have this brilliant and thoughtful woman lead our country. I must say I find it curious -- or should I say galling -- that my left-leaning friends who spent 18 months running Hillary Clinton into the ground, calling her "Nixonian" and the "queen of triangulation,” ensuring that Democratic (and reasonable-people) voter turnout was just low enough to cause this mess are the ones who cry the loudest about the fix we're in. Bothsidesism is a scourge, but it's actually apt where lack of self-awareness is concerned.
Thursday, June 07, 2018
Hear No Evil
Would you believe that with the help of a loving and supportive boyfriend and a quick mute-button finger, I have not had to listen to this man's voice once in the past 18 months? The closest I came was when I was in Arizona visiting my parents last year and they wanted to watch the news. I knew this was a recipe for disaster with Mr. and Mrs. Both Sides, so I suggested we not. But my stepfather put it on anyway -- and Trump immediately came on the screen. I panicked -- and jumped up putting my fingers in my ears and started loudly chanting "LA LA LA LA LA LA LA LA" as I headed to the guest room. (I knew I looked ridiculous, but I do not want to deal with THAT.) Unbeknownst to me, someone had left a fan on in the room where I was sleeping so when I went to close the door, it got away from me and SLAMMED shut. I wasn't angry at all -- I just don't want to hear that weaselly voice -- but my mom took the whole scene (and slam) to mean I was truly upset. There was suddenly a quiet tap on the door, and then she came in to "console" me and to make sure I was OK. It was totally unwarranted -- I tried to explain to her about the fan -- but she was in full-on Mom mode and I thought it was too adorable to stop her. It also seemed fitting given that on Nov. 8 when reality began to set in, Damian broke down in tears lying on the bed in our apartment in Chelsea while I sat staring into space almost numb thinking, "I want my mommy."
At least it's a good time to be an art director ...
Saturday, May 19, 2018
Page 1 Roundup: Evening Edition (05/19)
The Daily News: To stop school shootings, America must tackle a number of viruses infecting America today, guns included
New York Post: Pair of teachers among victims of Santa Fe school shooting
The Beaverton: Sixth in line to meaningless figurehead role marries fourth lead in middling legal dramedy
The Washington Post: As tensions with Trump deepen, Europe wonders if America is lost for good
The Wall Street Journal: Screeching in a metal band takes lozenges, tea and a patient vocal coach
Thursday, April 05, 2018
Tuesday, March 27, 2018
Page 1 Roundup (03/27)
The Daily News: 37 state attorneys general demand answers from Facebook over data misuse as feds probe ‘unfair acts’
The Associated Press: White House lawyers probing $500M worth of loans tied to Jared Kushner's family firm
New York Post: Making Crazy Donald’s buddy pay
The New York Times: After Stormy Daniels, Republicans face a referendum on Trump’s conduct
Towleroad: Even crackpot GOP Senator Joni Ernst thinks trans people should be allowed to serve in the military
The Washington Post: Crazy Donald's administration is adding a citizenship question to the census -- here’s why that’s bad for Democrats
Talking Points Memo: Stormy Daniels sues Trump lawyer Michael Cohen for defamation
The Wall Street Journal: For opening day, baseball is racing to perfect ... the infield dirt
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