Senator Schumer made remarks on the Senate floor yesterday afternoon. In those remarks he explained what business he would bring before the Senate this week (emphasis mine): But tomorrow—tomorrow—the Senate will also take a crucial vote tomorrow on whether to start debate on major voting rights legislation. I want to say that again. Tomorrow, the Senate …
Joe Manchin and the Temple of Zoom
Forget what the senator from West by God, etc., told the common folk in his recent op-ed; Joe Manchin was singing a slightly different tune on a Zoom call this week with filibuster-loving fat cats. The call was arranged by the (shitty, useless, Joe Lieberman-led, but I repeat myself) No Labels group, according to a …
Voces de la Frontera Will Be Here With Us This Wednesday at 7:30 (Open Thread)
Consider this an Open Thread that starts with an announcement of something that is coming up tomorrow. As you know, in his April fundraising post DougJ mentioned that we are planning to bring various political organizing groups to Balloon Juice so we can learn more about them and find out about what we can do …
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Tuesday Morning Open Thread: Proud
The Transatlantic Alliance is the strong foundation on which our collective security and our shared prosperity are built. It’s an honor to be at NATO HQ today, reaffirming America’s commitment to our 29 Allies and our vision for a more secure future. pic.twitter.com/vUJIszZAvT — President Biden (@POTUS) June 14, 2021
Thursday Morning Open Thread: Setting Forth
An observation: Right now is not easy, no matter who you are. The last 16 months were tough. And the sadness, anger, & fatigue are finally oozing to the surface. So please, let’s default to having grace for each other. We sure could all use it. — Megan Ranney MD MPH ?? (@meganranney) June 10, …
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Simone Biles, Greatest of All Time
Here it is in slow mo so you can see it better. Incredible! pic.twitter.com/xopqrUDdPl — pitifulplayer (@perfectly_erika) May 24, 2021 It’s not bragging when she can actually DO it!
Elections Have Consequences Open Thread: And There Was Much Rejoicing…
Democratic party leaders are considering overhauling the 2024 presidential primary calendar, a transformation that would include ousting Iowa and New Hampshire from their cherished perches as the first states to vote https://t.co/v7wKwBdAwb — POLITICO (@politico) March 31, 2021 … At least in this household: … Senior party leaders and Democratic National Committee members are privately …
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