Thursday, March 8, 2018

March 8, 2018

And another day of tariffs, sex, and a story about Trump’s obsession with Putin comes to a close:

“People have a right to call themselves whatever they like. That doesn’t bother me. It’s other people doing the calling that bothers me.” -- Octavia Butler

Happy International Women’s Day.

Everything you need to know about International Women's Day.

The inside story of how Trump’s obsession with Putin began. Wow. I don’t know what else to say. Just wow.

New book reveals Trump’s previously unreported visit to a raunchy Las Vegas nightclub with the son of a prominent oligarch and Putin ally.

Amid renewed scrutiny, Erik Prince to host fundraiser for Russia-friendly congressman. Because you can’t make this up.

Trump’s steel, aluminum tariffs exempt Canada and Mexico. The tariffs start in 15 days.

Congressional Republicans threaten action over Trump’s tariffs. We’ll see if they do actually anything.

21 reportedly treated in connection with assassination attempt on Russian spy. How is this not an act of terrorism?

Trump has suggested there's a link between video games and violence, but here's what experts think. Stop looking for a scapegoat.

Trump to meet with Kim Jong Un in May.

Trump’s job approval at the highest since taking office. Disgusting people support other disgusting people.

Paul Manafort pleads not guilty to charges of bank fraud and tax crimes. Trial set to begin July 10.

Anxiety over the fallout around allegations by porn star Stormy Daniels is pervasive inside the White House, sources say, with some officials worried that this could dwarf past controversies.

Trump "very unhappy" with Sarah Huckabee Sanders for revealing Stormy Daniels involvement.

A woman who previously accused Donald Trump of inappropriate sexual contact was named in the non-disclosure agreement signed by porn star Stormy Daniels as having "confidential information" about Daniels' alleged affair with Trump.

There is not a single good reason to deregulate banks right now. Democrats are helping it happen anyway.

Interior Department pays $139,000 to fix doors in Zinke's office.

Lawmakers respond after Republican Jewish Coalition calls for resignation of 7 Democrats over 'ties' to Farrakhan. "Hate is wrong and dangerous wherever it comes from."

Congress will make credit freezes free for all in belated response to Equifax breach

Most town workers in a Utah polygamous community quit their jobs after a new mayor became the first non-sect member to run local government in a century.

On International Women’s Day, Mississippi House passes most restrictive abortion law in the U.S. It’s a 15-week ban, effectively ending abortions in the state of Mississippi.

Abstinence-only education making a comeback under Trump. Abstinence-only education does not work. You see, people are actually supposed to have sex. It’s in our genes. Educate your children about sex and sexuality rather than demanding they fight nature.

More Than Half Of Transgender Teachers Surveyed Tell NPR They Are Harassed At Work.

“I do not wish women to have power over me; but over themselves.” -- Mary Shelley

Life’s short. Live, love, create, and help others.

Until next time, my friends. Good night.

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