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There isn’t lofty political and economic theory or three-dimensional chess at work here. It’s neither liberal nor conservative, either. It’s medieval and it’s monarchical. My column and Trump, Putin and Ukraine as a sacrificial lamb:
There isn’t lofty political and economic theory or three-dimensional chess at work here. It’s neither liberal nor conservative, either. It’s medieval and it’s monarchical. My column and Trump, Putin and Ukraine as a sacrificial lamb: www.bloomberg.com/opinion/arti...
Don’t Expect Trump to Put Ukraine or Europe Above Himself
All of the energy that goes into speculating about the president’s grand designs or philosophy about Putin or anything else is a distraction.
www.bloomberg.com
August 18, 2025 at 12:07 PM
There isn’t lofty political and economic theory or three-dimensional chess at work here. It’s neither liberal nor conservative, either. It’s medieval and it’s monarchical. My column and Trump, Putin and Ukraine as a sacrificial lamb:
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August 18, 2025 at 12:05 PM
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Instead of dwelling on what might happen, focus on the present, caring primarily about the here and now and enjoying the moment.
August 18, 2025 at 12:03 PM
Instead of dwelling on what might happen, focus on the present, caring primarily about the here and now and enjoying the moment.
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U.S. President Donald Trump says he is raising the tariff rate on U.S. imports from Canada to 35% from 25%, effective Friday.
Trump orders a 35% tariff for goods from Canada, citing a lack of cooperation on illicit drugs
U.S. President Donald Trump says he is raising the tariff rate on U.S. imports from Canada to 35% from 25%, effective Friday.
bit.ly
August 1, 2025 at 6:04 AM
U.S. President Donald Trump says he is raising the tariff rate on U.S. imports from Canada to 35% from 25%, effective Friday.
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Cecile Dionne, who with her siblings found fame as the first quintuplets known to have survived infancy and who, of the five, was the most outspoken about the suffocating effects of celebrity, died on Monday in Montreal. She was 91.
Cecile Dionne, Who Found Fame and Despair as a Quintuplet, Dies at 91
The Dionnes, the first quints known to have survived infancy, became a global sensation and prey for the greedy. And Cecile came to resent it all. Only one of the five now survives.
nyti.ms
August 1, 2025 at 6:30 AM
Cecile Dionne, who with her siblings found fame as the first quintuplets known to have survived infancy and who, of the five, was the most outspoken about the suffocating effects of celebrity, died on Monday in Montreal. She was 91.
Never work just for money or for power. They won't save your soul or help you sleep at night.
August 1, 2025 at 7:37 AM
Never work just for money or for power. They won't save your soul or help you sleep at night.
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US placed on rights watchlist over health of its civil society under Trump
US placed on rights watchlist over health of its civil society under Trump
International non-profit Civicus says ‘sustained attacks on civic freedoms’ put US on par with El Salvador and Kenya
www.theguardian.com
July 30, 2025 at 9:32 AM
US placed on rights watchlist over health of its civil society under Trump
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A Republican consultant close to the White House told @adamwren.bsky.social that the party isn’t counting on redistricting to hold the House in the 2026 midterm elections.
Yet Trump is fixated on the issue.
On #playbookpod, we discuss why: ow.ly/lBQr50Wxej5
Yet Trump is fixated on the issue.
On #playbookpod, we discuss why: ow.ly/lBQr50Wxej5
July 30, 2025 at 9:43 AM
A Republican consultant close to the White House told @adamwren.bsky.social that the party isn’t counting on redistricting to hold the House in the 2026 midterm elections.
Yet Trump is fixated on the issue.
On #playbookpod, we discuss why: ow.ly/lBQr50Wxej5
Yet Trump is fixated on the issue.
On #playbookpod, we discuss why: ow.ly/lBQr50Wxej5
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The New York gunman blamed CTE. I’ve seen that pain and I know silence is deadly | RK Russell
The New York gunman blamed CTE. I’ve seen that pain and I know silence is deadly | RK Russell
This tragedy was about more than one man’s pain. It was about how football glorifies suffering and how America ignores mental health while arming the broken
www.theguardian.com
July 30, 2025 at 9:47 AM
The New York gunman blamed CTE. I’ve seen that pain and I know silence is deadly | RK Russell
I write down my thoughts first thing, so that I can live the day with a clear mind.
July 30, 2025 at 9:47 AM
I write down my thoughts first thing, so that I can live the day with a clear mind.
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"We live next door to the largest weapons market in the world, the largest drug market in the world. There are inherent — and significant — spillover effects," www.cbc.ca/news/politic...
Trump complains about Canada — but new data shows spike in U.S. drugs and guns coming north | CBC News
Trump says Canada is the problem when it comes to drugs. New data from the Canada Border Services Agency (CBSA) shows this country has a reason to worry about what's pouring in from the U.S.
www.cbc.ca
February 13, 2025 at 12:28 PM
"We live next door to the largest weapons market in the world, the largest drug market in the world. There are inherent — and significant — spillover effects," www.cbc.ca/news/politic...
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The White House seized control of the press pool today, announcing that the administration — not an independent group of journalists — will decide which reporters cover events with the president.
White House says it will determine which reporters have access to the president
“All journalists, outlets and voices deserve a seat at this highly coveted table,” White House press secretary Karoline Leavitt said.
www.politico.com
February 25, 2025 at 7:11 PM
The White House seized control of the press pool today, announcing that the administration — not an independent group of journalists — will decide which reporters cover events with the president.
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Pam Bondi has Donald Trump’s back only—NOT YOURS.
July 23, 2025 at 7:46 PM
Pam Bondi has Donald Trump’s back only—NOT YOURS.
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Sen. BOOKER: The House of Representatives is running out of town to avoid debate on the topic of Epstein. This is a hill of lies that the Justice Department is hiding behind.
July 23, 2025 at 7:51 PM
Sen. BOOKER: The House of Representatives is running out of town to avoid debate on the topic of Epstein. This is a hill of lies that the Justice Department is hiding behind.
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Sen. BOOKER: Congressional Republicans are undermining the design of our republic and turning us into a submissive branch. Emil Bove is part of this and has shown disrespect to the rule of law. He is not worthy of being a Circuit Judge.
July 23, 2025 at 8:24 PM
Sen. BOOKER: Congressional Republicans are undermining the design of our republic and turning us into a submissive branch. Emil Bove is part of this and has shown disrespect to the rule of law. He is not worthy of being a Circuit Judge.
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Sen. WELCH: Are we going to save the Civil Rights Division? Or are we going to destroy it? It’s the crown jewel of the Justice Department, founded by a *Republican* President when we were coming out of the dark days of legalized discrimination.
July 23, 2025 at 9:24 PM
Sen. WELCH: Are we going to save the Civil Rights Division? Or are we going to destroy it? It’s the crown jewel of the Justice Department, founded by a *Republican* President when we were coming out of the dark days of legalized discrimination.
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Thoughts on the Epstein files
July 24, 2025 at 2:50 AM
Thoughts on the Epstein files
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Thai and Cambodian soldiers fired at each other in a contested border area after downgrading their diplomatic relations in a rapidly escalating dispute. A video from Thailand’s side showed people running from their homes and hiding in a bunker. It was not immediately clear if the clash was ongoing.
Thai and Cambodia soldiers fire at each other in disputed border area
Thai and Cambodian soldiers have fired at each other in a contested border area after the nations downgraded their diplomatic relations in a rapidly escalating dispute.
bit.ly
July 24, 2025 at 3:26 AM
Thai and Cambodian soldiers fired at each other in a contested border area after downgrading their diplomatic relations in a rapidly escalating dispute. A video from Thailand’s side showed people running from their homes and hiding in a bunker. It was not immediately clear if the clash was ongoing.
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On this episode of Trumponomics, we discuss whether Jerome Powell has overestimated the risk of inflation stemming from the US trade war.
Is Trump Right About the Fed Getting It Wrong?
On this episode of Trumponomics, we discuss whether Jerome Powell has overestimated the risk of inflation stemming from the US trade war.
bloom.bg
July 24, 2025 at 7:00 AM
On this episode of Trumponomics, we discuss whether Jerome Powell has overestimated the risk of inflation stemming from the US trade war.
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The man accused of fatally shooting two Idaho firefighters left a letter in which he wrote he would "go into battle,” authorities said.
Suspect in fatal shooting of Idaho firefighters turned away by US military, sheriff says
The man accused of fatally shooting two Idaho firefighters left a letter in which he wrote he would "go into battle,” authorities said.
bit.ly
July 24, 2025 at 7:00 AM
The man accused of fatally shooting two Idaho firefighters left a letter in which he wrote he would "go into battle,” authorities said.
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How did steamy, short soap operas that originated in China become the hottest thing in Hollywood, seemingly overnight? www.wired.com/story/china-...
Americans Are Obsessed With Watching Short Video Dramas From China
How did steamy, short soap operas that originated in China become the hottest thing in Hollywood, seemingly overnight?
www.wired.com
July 24, 2025 at 7:02 AM
How did steamy, short soap operas that originated in China become the hottest thing in Hollywood, seemingly overnight? www.wired.com/story/china-...
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The "Late Show" host reveals the real cost of "bending the knee" to the president.
Stephen Colbert Absolutely Torches Corporate Bosses Amid New Trump Settlement Claim
The "Late Show" host reveals the real cost of "bending the knee" to the president.
www.huffpost.com
July 24, 2025 at 7:20 AM
The "Late Show" host reveals the real cost of "bending the knee" to the president.
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The Wall Street Journal reported the president’s name appeared multiple times in a “truckload” of documents reviewed by the DOJ.
A New Report Claims Pam Bondi Warned Trump About His Name In The Epstein Files
The Wall Street Journal reported the president’s name appeared multiple times in a “truckload” of documents reviewed by the DOJ.
www.buzzfeed.com
July 24, 2025 at 7:39 AM
The Wall Street Journal reported the president’s name appeared multiple times in a “truckload” of documents reviewed by the DOJ.
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"I feel like a requirement of being president should be understanding basic math," one user said.
Trump's Latest Baffling Claim Has The Internet Collectively Losing It, And The Reactions Are Brutal
"I feel like a requirement of being president should be understanding basic math," one user said.
www.buzzfeed.com
July 24, 2025 at 7:39 AM
"I feel like a requirement of being president should be understanding basic math," one user said.