Monthly Archives: March 2019

BREAKING: Special Counsel Robert Mueller ends investigation

Special counsel Robert Mueller on Friday wrapped up his nearly two-year investigation into Donald Trump and Russia and sent his report to Attorney General William Barr. No details of Mueller’s findings have been released, but Barr said he may be … Continue reading

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Sculpture at Lynching Memorial in Montgomery, Alabama.

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Friday Open Thread | Sen. Blumenthal: “There are indictments in this president’s future”

There are indictments in this president’s future,” Sen. Richard Blumenthal predicted on MSNBC’s “Morning Joe” Thursday morning. “They’re coming. Whether they’re after his presidency or during it.” JOE SCARBOROUGH: Let me ask you about the Mueller report. Do you have … Continue reading

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Thursday Open Thread | New Zealand: Jacinda Ardern bans all military-style semi-automatic guns and assault rifles

Yowza! Just like that #NewZealand banned all military style semi automatic weapons, assault rifles, high capacity magazines. This is how you do it America. Are you shame yet? Better take note! This is what real leadership looks like. God bless, … Continue reading

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Wednesday Open Thread | Baby is upset daddy cut off dreads

Awl….little Mason is upset ❤️😘❤️ https://twitter.com/aristew_/status/1107850875756793856

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Tuesday Open Thread | Trump Encourages Violence

Donald Trump this week issued a thinly veiled threat of violence against his opponents, saying that members of the police, military and biker gangs could “play it tough” if they “reach a certain point.” It was a disturbing remark, but … Continue reading

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Monday Open Thread | Rep Ilhan Omar to Trump: “You can’t #MuslimBan us from Congress”

Ilhan Omar (D-Minn.) fired back at President Trump on Sunday for retweeting an article suggesting that Minnesota Democrats are trying to remove her from Congress. “I am sorry Mr. @realDonaldTrump. I am for real, you can’t #MuslimBan us from Congress!” … Continue reading

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Sunday Open Thread

Happy Sunday, Everyone. Hope you’re enjoying the weekend with family and friends. More Michelle Obama in Cleveland, Ohio last night. I managed to wrestle up a few photos and videos. ENJOY! VIDEO intro for Michelle Obama’s stage entrance:

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Saturday Open Thread

Happy Saturday, Everyone. Extended CUT. . . Michele Obama Twin Cites visit and “BECOMING” book tour Carry on

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Friday Open Thread | Michelle Obama In the Twin Cities

Happy Fry-Day, Everyone! I wasn’t able to make the Michelle Obama book tour/interview at the Xcel Energy in St. Paul Wednesday night. I’ve been laying low and recovering from a health issue. AnyHOO, I’ve been lurking and hoping I could … Continue reading

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