9/21 Afternoon/Evening Open Thread
Our morning fishing line is gettin’ kinda long, so I’m starting a new one here.
The reviews of Bernie’s speech are pretty positive, at least from the progressive media; however, from the centrist ones, they still think Sanders doesn’t have a right to offer ponies, even though Clinton likes ponies, but she only likes very specific breeds that are likely to used in the military.
From Vox:
He offered a moving portrait of the world as it should be. What he didn’t offer, though, was any sort of new or innovative or even particularly concrete ideas for how to achieve this grand utopian vision.
Of course, big political speeches like this often present the world as it should be and don’t get bogged down in the details — but especially when it comes to foreign policy, these details really do matter..
Similar shilling critique as Bernie’s MFA bill, never mind that 16 senators believe it is worth pursuing. However, there is a real fight to get passage of Cassidy Graham and GOP is twisting more arms, but in the case of AK Senator Lisa Murkowski, they are putting sweetners in the bill to persuade her to vote for it. Here’s the skinny (from Independent Journal Review):
According to the aide, here is a summary of what the new draft of the bill entails:
This draft includes 3 separate provisions benefitting Alaska.
Alaska (along with Hawaii) will continue to receive Obamacare’s premium tax credits while they are repealed for all other states. It appears this exemption will not affect Alaska receiving its state allotment under the new block grant in addition to the premium tax credits.
Delays implementation of the Medicaid per capita caps for Alaska and Hawaii for years in which the policy would reduce their funding below what they would have received in 2020 plus CPI-M [Consumer Price Index for Medical Care].
Provides for an increased federal Medicaid matching rate (FMAP) for both Alaska and Hawaii.”
A sort of carrot with you can keep your ACA, but in other states (except HI), you can be individual states rightish and turn it over to insurance companies to deny care.
CNN announced there will be a televised debate between the Cassidy-Graham (GOP) and Klobuchar-Sanders (Dem/Indie) on Monday, at 9PM ET. Of course, ponies will likely be a part of the discussion.
Having trouble interacting with the baroness’ online minions? Jack Pine Radicals has some tips for all of us exhausted from the constant barrage of the Clinton zombie warriors. Also, there’s a new website/tool to double check to see if they are zombies first.
Sure Happy It’s Thursday. (get it?)
What’s your news?
Pony treats…
Regarding that upcoming televised debate…
LOL Big SAD to Dem source. Go Bernie!
Damn she’s good. I saw this yesterday and could only hope there is someone as good to fill Roseann’s well-traveled shoes!
That troll article was great!
Head of Health Insurance Giant Aetna Slams Bernie Sanders’s Single-Payer Plan As “Lousy”
Lee Fang is correct. Canada’s system is not perfect, but at least the government can act as a negotiating agent on behalf of the consumers. They seem to have managed to strike a balance that works, for many decades now.
BTW, that CEO apparently pulled in $41 Million in compensation last year.
I’m sure Bernie welcomes all slams from any insurance CEOs! Political gold
Kim Jong-Un delivers rare personal address to Donald Trump
It’s somewhat coherent actually.
Uh, yah.
WTH??
‘White allies’ protest of police shooting leads to stadium
Not sure about the framing, but perhaps it might shift the narrative a little.
At one point, the crowd of demonstrators chanted “I don’t see no riot here, why are you in riot gear?”
Doctor: Change in Flint’s water most likely explanation for Legionnaire’ disease outbreak
This came out because of a potential court case.
Read more here:
http://www.freep.com/story/news/local/michigan/flint-water-crisis/2017/09/21/flint-water-testimony-nick-lyon/687026001/
Obama in the meantime was giving a talk at Gatekeepers, an elite group within the Gates foundation. Talk was about tackling large problems. But he said the water was safe to drink.
Wow. Heart out to those in Flint who need drinkable water!
At the risk of seeming like a Sanders ‘cultist’, I wanted to share this video with you.
🙂
Awww, he asked her to dance!
Yay Eve!!
Emma Watson Interviews The Vagina Monologues Author Eve Ensler: Part 1
I hope Eve doesn’t find herself with less invites from female liberals now!!
That would be a shame.
Heading off to join hubby for some down time, but wanted to leave you with this. Someday I hope to have a doggie of my own.
Meet Frida, the valiant Lab who’s saved dozens of lives in Mexico
This very, very good girl has rescued at least 12 people after the Mexico earthquakes