Monday, September 3, 2018

And another day where Nike and Colin “Just Do It” and Trump spouts his belief that law enforcement is nothing more than an extension of his political self-interest comes to a close:

“Well, I believe that when you are confirming a United States Supreme Court Justice, that it really isn’t Democratic or Republican; it’s American.” -- Arlen Specter

Donald Trump escalates his attacks on U.S. Attorney General Jeff Sessions, suggesting the DOJ jeopardized midterms with the recent indictments of 2 Republican congressmen. Tweets: 'Two easy wins now in doubt ... Good job, Jeff.'

Where Supreme Court nominee Brett Kavanaugh stands on key issues.

Brett Kavanaugh’s SCOTUS could quickly strike down all campaign finance limits on rich people. I think odds are that he will.

Brett Kavanaugh’s History as a Judge Has Organized Labor Very Worried.

Brett Kavanaugh has a nearly perfect record of speeding up extinction.

Call your senators and tell them not to confirm Brett Kananaugh for Supreme Court Justice. Confirmation hearings begins September 4.

Trump kicked off Labor Day by insulting the leader of the largest labor union federation in the United States.

Here comes Robert Mueller’s big Trump-Russia week. Hmmm. Let’s see if this happens. It could be fun.

The New Yorker uninvites Steve Bannon from its festival after news that the former Trump aide would be interviewed there caused a sharp backlash. How in the world are we still talking about Steve Bannon?

Three minors from El Salvador separated from their parents after crossing the U.S. border were sexually abused in shelters in Arizona.

Germany's foreign minister told his fellow countrymen they're too lazy when it comes to battling racism and fighting for democracy.

Pope touts virtue of silence after sex abuse cover-up claims.

An ongoing federal investigation into public corruption in Tallahassee, Florida, threatens to damage the campaign of Democratic gubernatorial nominee Andrew Gillum.

Beauty YouTuber Laura Lee lost 200,000 followers when her past racist tweets came to the surface. That cost her an estimated $65,000 per year.

Locked in a Nevada county jail for failing to take care of her traffic tickets, Kelly Coltrain asked to go to the hospital. Instead, as her condition worsened, she was handed a mop and told to clean up her own vomit. She died less than an hour later.

Google releases AI tool to identify child sex abuse images online.

Colin Kaepernick will be featured in Nike's signature "Just Do It" campaign as it celebrates its 30th anniversary. “Believe in something. Even if it means sacrificing everything.”

Two gay Malaysian women caned as punishment for same-sex relationship.

After Hurricane Harvey, Texas failed to defend workers against wage exploitation.

Moose that swam to Vermont drowns after crowd gathers for photos.

“I’m half living my life between reality and fantasy at all times.” -- Lady Gaga

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

Until next time, my friends. Good night.