What’s *Really* Going On With Inflation and Jobs
You may have seen some slightly concerning economic reports. Here’s why you shouldn’t worry too much.
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The GOP Governors Kicking People Off Unemployment Are Doing a Crap Job Vaccinating Their States
And that’s not the only reason their push to get people back to work is premature.
Texas governor bans schools, local governments from requiring masks
Gov. Greg Abbott, a Republican, hasn’t shied away from controversial pandemic policies.
Supreme Court pulls Biden into an abortion fight he didn’t want
By placing the issue front and center, the high court immediately forces his administration to reconsider its measured strategy.
Mask controversy spurs CDC to rethink its pandemic response
The changes include creating a clear reporting chain from the new director of the agency’s vaccine task force up to Rochelle Walensky.
CDC’s second-in-command Anne Schuchat to step down
Her decision reportedly comes after clashes with agency director Rochelle Walensky.
The Academic Story of African American English Has Been Wrong All Along
How linguists are mapping the formerly overlooked variety of Black speech.
Why Astronauts Have the Best Fights
Conflict can actually be good for your relationship—if you do it right.
Tax the rich? Executives predict Biden’s big plans will flop
Corporate executives and lobbyists say they are confident they can kill almost all of these tax hikes by pressuring moderate Democrats in the House and Senate.
Biden pressed to send clear message on economy as warning signs flash
The White House’s reaction to unexpected jobs and price data has opened the administration up to GOP attacks.
Lockdown mentality still holding the economy back, banking official says
Neel Kashkari of the Minneapolis Fed says things should get better as people overcome fears related to the pandemic.
Mark Carney on Canada’s economic growth: ‘It’s going to take more than one budget’
“There were elements of growth in the balance from what I can see and understand,” Carney said in a long response that didn’t directly answer the question.
Palestinians Stage Historic General Strike from “the River to the Sea” for the First Time Since 1936
As the Israeli bombing of Gaza enters its ninth day, Palestinians across the occupied West Bank, Gaza and inside Israel are staging a historic general strike. This comes as violence is also spreading across Israel, with Jewish mobs attacking Palestinians in mixed Jewish and Arab communities. Last week, extremist Israeli settlers were filmed attacking Palestinian-owned shops in a Tel Aviv suburb.
News Roundup: House votes for Jan. 6 commission; Trump Organization target of criminal probe
In the news today: Crime, corruption, and cowardice. The House passes its bill creating an independent commission to investigate the January Insurrection; it now goes to the Senate and an expected Republican filibuster. Intelligence agencies warned of the likelihood of violence from those Trump had gathered that day, but Trump’s Department of Homeland Security sat on the information.
News Roundup: House votes for Jan. 6 commission; Trump Organization target of criminal probe
In the news today: Crime, corruption, and cowardice. The House passes its bill creating an independent commission to investigate the January Insurrection; it now goes to the Senate and an expected Republican filibuster. Intelligence agencies warned of the likelihood of violence from those Trump had gathered that day, but Trump’s Department of Homeland Security sat on the information.
Rep who scolded reporter for saying she ignored metal detector is fined for ignoring metal detector
Virginia Foxx is a U.S. representative from North Carolina and not, as you might suspect from her name, a now-bitter original member of Emmet Otter’s Jug Band.
Honestly, I’d never heard of her before. Yes, I’m a politics nerd, but apparently she’s been hiding her light under a bushel basket all this time. Or maybe Matt Gaetz’s head was in the way.
Rep who scolded reporter for saying she ignored metal detector is fined for ignoring metal detector
Virginia Foxx is a U.S. representative from North Carolina and not, as you might suspect from her name, a now-bitter original member of Emmet Otter’s Jug Band.
Honestly, I’d never heard of her before. Yes, I’m a politics nerd, but apparently she’s been hiding her light under a bushel basket all this time. Or maybe Matt Gaetz’s head was in the way.
Stop Worrying and Love the F-150 Lightning
1. Start with the price—how could you not? The Ford F-150 Lightning, the new electric version of the ur–American pickup truck, will go on sale next spring for $39,974. Because Ford vehicles still qualify for the federal EV tax credit, most Americans will pay a little less than $32,500 for this truck.Thirty-two grand after subsidies—an astonishing price.
Pittsburgh poised to elect first Black mayor following upset Democratic primary win over incumbent
In a big upset, Pennsylvania state Rep. Ed Gainey defeated incumbent Bill Peduto 46-39 in Tuesday’s Democratic primary, a result that makes Peduto the first Pittsburgh mayor to lose re-election since before World War II. Gainey, who would be the Steel City’s first Black leader, will be the overwhelming favorite in the fall general election in this 78-21 Biden city, especially since Republicans aren’t even fielding a candidate.
Pittsburgh poised to elect first Black mayor following upset Democratic primary win over incumbent
In a big upset, Pennsylvania state Rep. Ed Gainey defeated incumbent Bill Peduto 46-39 in Tuesday’s Democratic primary, a result that makes Peduto the first Pittsburgh mayor to lose re-election since before World War II. Gainey, who would be the Steel City’s first Black leader, will be the overwhelming favorite in the fall general election in this 78-21 Biden city, especially since Republicans aren’t even fielding a candidate.
Kansas lawmaker insists incident at school was ‘staged,’ but judge wants his mental health evaluated
On Wednesday, Kansas state Rep. Mark Samsel pleaded not guilty to three misdemeanor battery charges in the Franklin County District courtroom. The Republican politician was arrested on the charges back on April 29, stemming from an incident inside of Wellsville High School when Samsel was acting as a substitute teacher.
Kansas lawmaker insists incident at school was ‘staged,’ but judge wants his mental health evaluated
On Wednesday, Kansas state Rep. Mark Samsel pleaded not guilty to three misdemeanor battery charges in the Franklin County District courtroom. The Republican politician was arrested on the charges back on April 29, stemming from an incident inside of Wellsville High School when Samsel was acting as a substitute teacher.
Republican representative removed from office after comments about teaching slavery
Republican lawmakers just don’t understand the concept of thinking before speaking. Time after time state officials are found to make comments they allegedly did not realize could come off as racist, but that doesn’t excuse their behavior. In a recent incident, a Louisiana state representative was ousted from his position as chairman of the House Education Committee after making comments around teaching slavery in schools.
Republican representative removed from office after comments about teaching slavery
Republican lawmakers just don’t understand the concept of thinking before speaking. Time after time state officials are found to make comments they allegedly did not realize could come off as racist, but that doesn’t excuse their behavior. In a recent incident, a Louisiana state representative was ousted from his position as chairman of the House Education Committee after making comments around teaching slavery in schools.
House Votes To Establish Capitol Riot Commission Over Republican Opposition
The vote sets up a showdown with the Senate, where the GOP’s Mitch McConnell opposes creating an outside panel to investigate the Jan. 6 insurrection.
The Real Reason UNC–Chapel Hill Is Withholding Tenure From Nikole Hannah-Jones
She’s the most recent victim of the right wing’s war on universities.
Mike Pence’s Own Brother Opposes The Capitol Riot Commission
Rep. Greg Pence (R-Ind.) is against an independent panel to investigate the incident, where a mob was advocating hanging his brother.
Capitol Police Officers: ‘Inconceivable’ To ‘Downplay’ Capitol Riot
Republican leadership, including Sen. Mitch McConnell and Rep. Kevin McCarthy, voiced opposition to the proposed commission this week.