Monthly Archives: June 2017

Monday Opening Thread

Posted on June 19, 2017 by rikyrah

Happy Monday, Everyone. This week’ featured artist David Sanborn and his many musical collaborations. David Sanborn (born July 30, 1945) is an American alto saxophonist. Though Sanborn has worked in many genres, his solo recordings typically blend jazz with instrumental … Continue reading →

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Sunday Open Thread – HAPPY FATHER’S DAY

Posted on June 18, 2017 by rikyrah

Good Morning. I hope that you are enjoying this weekend with family and friends. HAPPY FATHER’S DAY!

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Philando Castile’s mom reacts to officer acquittal in the killing of her son

Posted on June 17, 2017 by SouthernGirl2

I am distraught over this. Acquitted of all charges. The cop wasn’t even charged for disarming a fire arm….with a little girl in the back seat. Bullets came within inches of the child. It didn’t matter to the jury. It’s … Continue reading →

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Saturday Open Thread

Posted on June 17, 2017 by rikyrah

I hope that you are enjoying this weekend with family and friends. Taking this time to plug Still Star-Crossed again. Check it out, Mondays on ABC at 10 pm EST Why Everyone Should Be Watching ‘Still Star Crossed’ June 12th … Continue reading →

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Friday Open Thread | More about Trumpcare

Posted on June 16, 2017 by rikyrah

Found this at Vox.com. We began the week talking about Trumpcare, and we will end the week with it. The same measures still need to be taken. Please go to that post for all the contact information. I’ve covered Obamacare … Continue reading →

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VP Mike Pence hires outside lawyer to handle Russia probe

Posted on June 15, 2017 by SouthernGirl2

Vice President Pence has hired an outside attorney to help handle inquiries relating to federal investigation into possible ties between the Trump campaign and Russia. Pence has retained the services of Richmond, Va.-based attorney Richard Cullen, the chairman of the … Continue reading →

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Thursday Open Thread | Russian Cyber Hacks on U.S. Electoral System Far Wider Than Previously Known

Posted on June 15, 2017 by rikyrah

From Bloomberg: Russian Cyber Hacks on U.S. Electoral System Far Wider Than Previously Known by Michael Riley and Jordan Robertson June 13, 2017, 4:00 AM CDT Russia’s cyberattack on the U.S. electoral system before Donald Trump’s election was far more … Continue reading →

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Wednesday Open Thread | Are Berniebots on the DNC Attempting to Change the Rules to Suppress the Black Vote?

Posted on June 14, 2017 by rikyrah

Found at the following twitter thread: Armando‏ @armandodkos Are Bernie delegates on Dem Unity Commission and Rules Committee proposing a radical change to delegate selection process for Pres. Noms? /1 I fear they are. And their proposals would gut the … Continue reading →

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#SenateIntelHearing | Jeff Sessions Testimony

Posted on June 13, 2017 by SouthernGirl2

A new report says Attorney General Jeff Sessions will double down on a Department of Justice claim that former FBI Director James Comey misrepresented an interaction between the two during sworn testimony last week. Jonathan Swan at the news website … Continue reading →

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Tuesday Open Thread | This is STRAIGHT UP BRIBERY!!!!

Posted on June 13, 2017 by rikyrah

Remember last week, when it was reported that Attorney General White Citizens Council had offered to resign? And folks like me told you that it was nothing but a crock of shyt? Well…… The emoluments clause was written into the … Continue reading →

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