GEORGIA – Jon Ossoff
Now This News – Another virus warning from anoher health professional.
The Lincoln Project
There is CC to this, but it only seems to hear the music, not the words, so it’s not helpful. This is not a full transcript, but – “I don’t need no other words to this song – Trump is gone.”
I actually think it’s a good sign that CoViD has replaced Trump as the main target of satire – and news too – (NSFW though)
H/T Our Mitch on this parody
Beau on Rosa Parks
And Keith
Meidas Touch – GEORGIA
We are taking back our Senate and our country. In the last two weeks we have placed back to back two six-figure TV ad buys in Georgia. We need to get to seven-figures. Please retweet and chip in here: https://t.co/7P6k2wV0ys
— MeidasTouch.com (@MeidasTouch) November 28, 2020
Rev. Warnock (who loves puppies)
I told you the smear ads were coming, but Georgians will see Sen. @Kloeffler’s ads for what they are. pic.twitter.com/0sgU8ndC63
— Reverend Raphael Warnock (@ReverendWarnock) November 24, 2020
Now This News – song parody
Not a video – but news – good news for cats
Pawttention, we have a message from Winston Biden, the First Cat: “🍁 Hoomans, I am thankful for all of you, but this celebration is about giving too. So let me give you some pawdvice: please adopt black shelter pets, especially black cats. pic.twitter.com/6bA4V507FQ
— FIRST DOGS CHAMP & MAJOR BIDEN (@firstdogsusa) November 28, 2020
Being an actual scientist doesn’t mean you have to be serious ALL the time.
Are y’all about to watch this a MILLION TIMES on here?!? OMG pic.twitter.com/ElFayiCAwd
— Raven the Science Maven (@ravenscimaven) November 28, 2020
A book reading by John Lithgow and Meryl Streep (from the Trumpty Dumpty Cycle)
It’s another tired day here in the CatBox, but I have enough gas in the tank for a full post today. Tomorrow please expect no more than a Personal Update, as it’s a WWWendy day, and we are having our Thanksgiving dinner. It’s also a Holy Day in the Church of the Ellipsoid Orb. My Broncos are praying the Saints, but it won’t be televised here. I hope you are having a fine holiday weekend, even if it isn’t a holiday for you.
Jig Zone Puzzle:
Today’s took me 3:01 (average 4:26). To do it, click here. How did you do?
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From Crooks and Liars: Now, as states across the country contemplate new lockdowns to slow down the rampant spread and record hospitalizations, the unprecedented demand for food aid is on the rise, according to the Guardian’s latest snapshot survey:
Not surprisingly, the Trump administration is making a bad situation worse, The Guardian reports. Instead of boosting Snap benefits (food stamps), it cut eligibility. The USDA’s Farmers to Families program expires at the end of the year, as does a $450 million boost to the Emergency Food Assistance Program. “Without government assistance, ‘we’re headed toward a massive cliff come January,’ said Erin Pulling, CEO of the Food Bank for the Rockies which serves Colorado and Wyoming.”
Barf Bag Alert!!
This will not change when Trump* is gone. How many years have you seen me say, “Every penny Democrats spend to feed hungry families is a penny Republicans can’t give to a billionaire.”? RESIST!!
From NY Times: Iran’s top nuclear scientist, long identified by American and Israeli intelligence as the guiding figure behind a covert effort to design an atomic warhead, was shot and killed Friday in what the Iranian media called a roadside ambush as he and his bodyguards traveled outside Tehran.
For two decades, the scientist, Mohsen Fakhrizadeh, was the driving force behind what American and Israeli officials describe as Iran’s secretive nuclear weapons program. His work continued after Iran’s push to develop a bomb was formally disbanded in 2003, according to American intelligence assessments and Iranian nuclear documents stolen by Israel nearly three years ago.
One American official — along with two other intelligence officials — said that Israel was behind the attack on the scientist. It was unclear how much the United States may have known about the operation in advance, but the two nations are the closest of allies and have long shared intelligence regarding Iran, which Israel considers its most potent threat.
There are three possibilities. Butcher Bibi, criminal Fuhrer Trump* or both in unison. I pick door number three. RESIST!!
From Alternet: A new viral video released by “The Daily Show with Trevor Noah” on Friday offers an in-depth look into President Donald Trump’s ongoing refusal to condemn white supremacy.
According to the three-minute YouTube video’s description, it aims to highlight Trump’s “cozy relationship with supremacists.” The video, which garnered more than 700,000 views in less than 24 hours, notes Trump’s repeated attacks on nearly everyone under the sun.
Roy Wood Jr., a correspondent for the Noah’s show, provided the commentary for the video. During the video, he noted that Trump has often been “famous for being quick with an insult,” reports the Huffington Post. From lawmakers , state, and local officials, to Democratic voters, Trump has so easily insulted tons of people—except white supremacists.
When Trump was elected, racists rejoiced. White supremacists rallied around him holding rallies and blatantly making their racial bias known. On multiple occasions, Trump has retweeted white genocide posts on social media and subtly defended the actions of white supremacists.
This will not change when Trump* is gone. Trump* did not choose the Republican Reich. The Republican Reich chose Trump*, because he represents them. RESIST!!
From YouTube (a blast for the planet): Paradise
John Prine was a man who loved this planet. Sadly his fight is over. Seven months ago, Trump* and the Republican Reich murdered him with Trump* virus. RESIST!!
It’s another tired/painful day here in the CatBox, as I recover from medical mayhem. Tomorrow I hope to post a brief Personal Update and a Holiday message. WWWendy is coming early to destink the TomCat and help as quickly as possible, so she can get home to spend the holiday with her family. She and I will celebrate on Sunday instead. I’ll spend most of the day with the Ellipsoid Orb, even though my Broncos aren’t playing. Happy Hump Day!
Jig Zone Puzzle:
Today’s took me 3:10 (average 5:30). To do it, click here. How did you do?
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From The New Yorker: In a series of blistering tweets, Donald J. Trump ripped President-elect Joe Biden for choosing Cabinet members woefully lacking in reality-show experience.
Calling the Cabinet picks a “bunch of losers who have spent their lives working at desks,” Trump questioned the team’s preparedness to take on the challenges presented by today’s complex reality-show landscape.
“These people have never earned an immunity idol, presided over a rose ceremony, or danced with a star,” Trump said. “This is the best Sleepy Joe could do?”
He saved his most withering criticism for Janet Yellen, Biden’s pick for Treasury Secretary. “If Joe really wanted a woman for this position, why didn’t he choose one of the Real Housewives of Beverly Hills?” Trump asked. “They know a lot more about money than this clown.”
Andy is back to reporting straight news again. RESIST!!
From Alternet: On Friday night, September 18, Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell learned that liberal Supreme Court Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg had died of cancer at the age of 87. And according to PBS’ “Frontline,” McConnell contacted President Donald Trump that very night and made it clear he wanted to see Judge Amy Coney Barrett nominated for the seat and confirmed by the U.S. Senate as quickly as possible.
Josh Holmes, McConnell’s former chief of staff, explained to “Frontline” that on September 18, “McConnell told (Trump) two things. McConnell said: First, I’m going to put out a statement that says we’re going to fill the vacancy. Second, he said, you’ve gotta nominate Amy Coney Barrett.”
That quote is from the PBS documentary, “Supreme Revenge: Battle for the Court,” which premieres this week.
I hate to say this, but the revelation that Amy Coney Bullshit was Bought Bitch Midnight Moscow Mitch’s pick scares me even more than the belief that she was criminal Fuhrer Trump’s pick. RESIST!!
From YouTube (MSNBC Channel): Republican Media Stunt Falsely Cast as State Legislative Hearing
Isn’t it interesting to note that yesterday I suggested that Trump’s* post-defeat antics are a show for Sheeple-fleecing, and today, Rachel says the same thing by showing that this is just a fund-raiser. That’s a great mind with whom to fall in the same ditch. RESIST!!
From YouTube (a blast for the Planet): To the Last Whale: Critical Mass / Wind on the Water
Were these folks amazing or what? Every endangered species needs to be protected, except for one: Republicans! Save the whales! Harpoon Trump* instead! RESIST!!
It’s a very tired day here in the CatBox. Yesterday’s trip it the Oncologist was a disaster. When we got there, they pulled us back into an examining room. The nurse told us my chart had been flagged that I might have been exposed to Trump* virus and needed to be isolated. They said someone would be “right in” to explain. The assistant I was scheduled to see that is pregnant, and they would not send her into the room with me. Not knowing that, I sat in ever-increasing pain for well over an two hours. Nurses asked occasional questions through the door. They finally determined that the flag must have been in error, and the pregnant assistant came in. She said she didn’t understand what had happened, because they had never seen a chart with that flag before. WWWendy would have been unable to wait the additional three hours, and I was in too much pain to stay, so we rescheduled for next month. The assistant sent me a “my chart” message explaining the mistake. The hospital decided to routinely flag the charts of app patients who have been tested for Trump* virus, but they neglected to inform the Oncology office of that policy. Because my chart was their first time to see the flag, they didn’t know how to handle it. They apologized. I bet Nameless has a collection of similar hospital horror stories. In any event, the pizza is magnificent. Tuesday is Flush Your Republicans Day. Hold that lid tight!
Jig Zone Puzzle:
Today’s took me 3:15 (average 5:29). To do it, click here. How did you do?
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From NY Times: President-elect Joseph R. Biden Jr. plans to name Janet L. Yellen as Treasury secretary, a nomination that would put a woman in charge of the Treasury for the first time in its 231-year history.
The expected appointment came as Mr. Biden moved to fill other top cabinet roles, selecting Alejandro Mayorkas as the first Latino to lead the Department of Homeland Security and Avril Haines as the first woman to be the director of national intelligence.
Mr. Biden is also expected to create a new post of international climate envoy and tap John Kerry, a former secretary of state who was a chief negotiator for the United States on the Paris climate change accord.
In choosing Ms. Yellen, who was also the first woman to lead the Federal Reserve, Mr. Biden is turning to a renowned labor economist at a moment of high unemployment, when millions of Americans remain out of work and the economy continues to struggle from the coronavirus.
Overall, these are good picks, although there are some I would have preferred that are more progressive. I like Yellen, and Kerry is a solid environmentalist. I need to learn more about the others. RESIST!!
From Alternet: Sen. Dianne Feinstein (D-Calif.), the top-ranking Democrat on the Senate Judiciary Committee, is expected to step down in the next Congressional session following stark criticism from progressive lawmakers due to her handling of U.S Supreme Court Justice Amy Coney Barrett’s nomination hearings.
Multiple people close to the situation confirmed Feinstein’s plans to Politico, and she later released a statement confirming her intent. Although she will be stepping away from the judiciary committee, she did note that she will be working with the Biden administration and will continue to serve on other committees.
“After serving as the lead Democrat on the Judiciary Committee for four years, I will not seek the chairmanship or ranking member position in the next Congress,” the California Democrat said in a statement. “I look forward to continuing to serve as a senior Democrat on the Judiciary, Intelligence, Appropriations and Rules committees as we work with the Biden administration.”
That’s good news for the Judiciary Committee. I’d like to see DINO DiFi head the Senate Washroom committee. RESIST!!
Frio YouTube (MSNBC Channel): Trump Administration Officially Authorizes Biden Transition
This is the best news we’ve heard since Biden passed 270. I think Trump* has actually given up. He is playing at fighting the results at this point, because he’s realized that fight is a far more profitable method of Sheeple-fleecing than Trump U or Trump Steaks ever were. RESIST!!
From YouTube (a blast for the planet): Bad Moon Rising
They were most prescient to understand so many years ago the climate tragedy we face today. Pray that Kerry’s leadership will help bring Good Moon times. RESIST!!
American Bridge – anti-Loeffler
Meidas Touch – anti-Loeffler
Now This News – Joe on CoViD transistion (or lack thereof)
Really American – “Enemies of Georgia”
The Lincoln Project on Michigan electors.
Beau on rights
I’m putting this Sam clip here instead of with the show because I want to have something about the Georgia runoffs every day until they are over.
First I’ve heard of “Zoe Says Go,” but that will change.
The Lincoln Project “Leaders”
Seriously. (BTW, “Do your own research” is a QAnon tagline.)
Beau on “Hamilton” and myth vs. fact vs. truth
Beau, being right on the money about unity.
Keith
It’s a busy day here in the CatBox as Store to Door is bringing a double-order of groceries since they will be closed next week for Thanksgiving. I have a lot to unpack and put away. Tomorrow, please expect no more than Personal Update. It’s a full WWWendy day, and we have much to do. I hope you all have a fine day.
Jig Zone Puzzle:
Today’s took me 3:16 (average 4:58). To do it, click here. How did you do?
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From Daily Kos: Texas Rep. Louie Gohmert has made quite a name for himself around these parts and others. Now the House Republican is jumping with both feet into suggesting that, well, maybe if Donald Trump didn’t win the election maybe it’s time for his Republican voters to rise up and end American democracy, period.
As reported by the Dallas Morning News, Gohmert claimed to a “Million MAGA March” audience near the White House that “this was a cheated election and we can’t let it stand.” He spoke of the American revolution and the Egyptian uprising: “They rose up though all over Egypt, and as a result of the people rising up in the greatest numbers in history,” he said, and “if they can do that there, think of what we can do here.”
And in perhaps what passed for an acknowledgement that an armed coup by red hat-wearing bozos would be, ahem, unpopular with the general public, Gohmert was quick to point out that “only about 30%” of American colonists supported that previous revolution. You don’t need a majority in these matters, after all. You just need enough ammunition.
I’m not at all surprised that the guilty party is Louie “Go Go Goose Step” Gomerde. However, it’s hard to find a Republican that would not plug into GOP Nazism. RESIST!!
From YouTube (MSNBC Channel): Ex-Pres. Trump On Trial? Why It’s Not Biden’s Call
I fully agree. Biden should have nothing to do with it, one way or the other. His job, with respect to DOJ, is to provide them the means to do their job. That’s ALL! RESIST!!
From YouTube (a blast of unity): The Briar Rose Ramblers – “We Are One” (Live in a Living Room, 11-29-2015)
Amen! We are one! As such, those who would divide us, the Republican Reich, are against us all! RESIST!!