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Rhiannon12866
Rhiannon12866's Journal
Rhiannon12866's Journal
July 1, 2021
For proof that the next election is already upon us, look no further than Republican hopefuls like Arkansas Sen. Tom Cotton, South Dakota Gov. Kristi Noem, former Secretary of State Mike Pompeo, South Carolina Sen. Tim Scott, and Florida Sen. Rick Scott, all of whom sound very much like they're running for president.
Meanwhile... You Can't Buy These Sex Toys Inspired By The Beatles
Meanwhile... If you're hoping to sell sex toys inspired by your favorite band, it's best to check with your lawyer first.
The truth behind Tucker Carlson's NSA spying claim
After Tucker Carlson claims the NSA is monitoring his communications, a Rainbow-Brite girl explains how, if you're ever in trouble, just politicize it!
The NYC Board Of Elections Needs A New Computer
To be fair, the Mayer/Mayor mixup was understandable.
Stephen Colbert - Monologue and Opening - 6/30/21
Is The 2024 GOP Presidential Primary Already Underway?For proof that the next election is already upon us, look no further than Republican hopefuls like Arkansas Sen. Tom Cotton, South Dakota Gov. Kristi Noem, former Secretary of State Mike Pompeo, South Carolina Sen. Tim Scott, and Florida Sen. Rick Scott, all of whom sound very much like they're running for president.
Meanwhile... You Can't Buy These Sex Toys Inspired By The Beatles
Meanwhile... If you're hoping to sell sex toys inspired by your favorite band, it's best to check with your lawyer first.
The truth behind Tucker Carlson's NSA spying claim
After Tucker Carlson claims the NSA is monitoring his communications, a Rainbow-Brite girl explains how, if you're ever in trouble, just politicize it!
The NYC Board Of Elections Needs A New Computer
To be fair, the Mayer/Mayor mixup was understandable.
July 1, 2021
Rachel Maddow revisits the story of Frederick Douglass being sent by his slave owner to a "slave breaker" to be made docile and have his will broken. The location of the horrific torture that entailed was a plantation called "Mount Misery" and at least one person was untroubled enough by its history to purchase it as a country home. Aired on 06/30/2021.
'Who Would Do That?': Rumsfeld Made 'Mount Misery' Getaway Home - Rachel Maddow - MSNBC
Rachel Maddow revisits the story of Frederick Douglass being sent by his slave owner to a "slave breaker" to be made docile and have his will broken. The location of the horrific torture that entailed was a plantation called "Mount Misery" and at least one person was untroubled enough by its history to purchase it as a country home. Aired on 06/30/2021.
July 1, 2021
Fmr. U.S. Attorney and MSNBC Contributor Chuck Rosenberg joins to break down what we can expect to come after the indictments against the Trump Org. and its CFO Allen Weisselberg. Aired on 06/30/2021.
What Will Likely Happen Next After Trump Org. Indictments? - The 11th Hour - MSNBC
Fmr. U.S. Attorney and MSNBC Contributor Chuck Rosenberg joins to break down what we can expect to come after the indictments against the Trump Org. and its CFO Allen Weisselberg. Aired on 06/30/2021.
July 1, 2021
Only two House Republicans, Liz Cheney and Adam Kinzinger, joined Democrats to vote in favor of a Select Committee to investigate the Capitol insurrection. Eugene Robinson and Matthew Dowd join to discuss. Aired on 06/30/2021.
Two Republicans Join Dems Voting For Jan. 6 Select Committee - The 11th Hour - MSNBC
Only two House Republicans, Liz Cheney and Adam Kinzinger, joined Democrats to vote in favor of a Select Committee to investigate the Capitol insurrection. Eugene Robinson and Matthew Dowd join to discuss. Aired on 06/30/2021.
July 1, 2021
Rachel Maddow reviews the life and legacy of Donald Rumsfeld, former Secretary of Defense in the George W. Bush administration, among a lifetime of government roles, most remembered for his lying and poor planning of the U.S. wars in Afghanistan and Iraq. Aired on 06/30/2021.
Donald Rumsfeld, Master At 'Lying About The Most Consequential Things,' Dead At 88 - Rachel Maddow
Rachel Maddow reviews the life and legacy of Donald Rumsfeld, former Secretary of Defense in the George W. Bush administration, among a lifetime of government roles, most remembered for his lying and poor planning of the U.S. wars in Afghanistan and Iraq. Aired on 06/30/2021.
July 1, 2021
Congressman Adam Schiff, who investigated Donald Trump in the first impeachment trial, tells Lawrence O'Donnell that the criminal charges against the Trump Organization are not surprising: "It's just the same kind of grift in private practice that he imported to the White House." Aired on 06/30/2021.
Rep. Schiff: Donald Trump Is A 'Grifter From Start To Finish' - The Last Word - MSNBC
Congressman Adam Schiff, who investigated Donald Trump in the first impeachment trial, tells Lawrence O'Donnell that the criminal charges against the Trump Organization are not surprising: "It's just the same kind of grift in private practice that he imported to the White House." Aired on 06/30/2021.
July 1, 2021
The Trump Organization and its CFO Allen Weisselberg have been indicted by a New York grand jury, the Washington Post reports. Reporter David Fahrenthold joins Joy Reid with the details of his story. Aired on 06/30/2021.
Ex-Trump Org. Exec On Weisselberg: Can't Imagine Him Going To Jail For Trump - The ReidOut - MSNBC
Donald Trump, Allen Weisselberg, and the Trump Organization inner workings at the time of her employment are discussed by former Trump Org. Executive Vice President Barbara Res who tells Joy Reid that in her view, Allen Weisselberg would not be willing to go to jail for the former president. Aired on 06/30/2021.
Report: Trump Organization, CFO Allen Weisselberg Indicted By NY Grand Jury - The ReidOut - MSNBC
The Trump Organization and its CFO Allen Weisselberg have been indicted by a New York grand jury, the Washington Post reports. Reporter David Fahrenthold joins Joy Reid with the details of his story. Aired on 06/30/2021.
Ex-Trump Org. Exec On Weisselberg: Can't Imagine Him Going To Jail For Trump - The ReidOut - MSNBC
Donald Trump, Allen Weisselberg, and the Trump Organization inner workings at the time of her employment are discussed by former Trump Org. Executive Vice President Barbara Res who tells Joy Reid that in her view, Allen Weisselberg would not be willing to go to jail for the former president. Aired on 06/30/2021.
July 1, 2021
Dr. Anthony Fauci said Wednesday on CBSN that there are two "troublesome" things about the COVID-19 Delta variant: that it is capable of spreading more efficiently from person to person, and that it can cause more serious disease. He said people who are not vaccinated against the virus are at "significant risk." Watch the interview. Aired on 06/30/2021.
Unvaccinated are "at significant risk" as COVID-19 Delta variant spreads, Fauci says - CBS News
Dr. Anthony Fauci said Wednesday on CBSN that there are two "troublesome" things about the COVID-19 Delta variant: that it is capable of spreading more efficiently from person to person, and that it can cause more serious disease. He said people who are not vaccinated against the virus are at "significant risk." Watch the interview. Aired on 06/30/2021.
July 1, 2021
There is mounting confusion in the U.S. over face masks after the W.H.O. recommended coverings regardless of vaccination status, but the CDC said it's not changing its guidance. David Begnaud shows us how states are responding amid a rise in cases of the Delta variant. Then, Dr. Kathleen Neuzil, a professor in vaccinology and the director of the Center for Vaccine Development and Global Health at the University of Maryland School of Medicine, joins CBSN's Lana Zak to discuss the day's coronavirus headlines. Aired on 06/30/2021.
Confusion builds over face masks as Delta variant spreads across U.S. - CBS News
There is mounting confusion in the U.S. over face masks after the W.H.O. recommended coverings regardless of vaccination status, but the CDC said it's not changing its guidance. David Begnaud shows us how states are responding amid a rise in cases of the Delta variant. Then, Dr. Kathleen Neuzil, a professor in vaccinology and the director of the Center for Vaccine Development and Global Health at the University of Maryland School of Medicine, joins CBSN's Lana Zak to discuss the day's coronavirus headlines. Aired on 06/30/2021.
July 1, 2021
The Washington Post reports that a Manhattan grand jury has filed criminal indictments against Trump's company and its longtime CFO, Allen Weisselberg. Aired on 06/30/2021.
BREAKING: Grand Jury Files Charges Against Trump Organization, CFO Weisselberg Reports WaPo - MSNBC
The Washington Post reports that a Manhattan grand jury has filed criminal indictments against Trump's company and its longtime CFO, Allen Weisselberg. Aired on 06/30/2021.
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