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Just dropping this here. - Wrapping up 2023 with Political Charge I see this op-ed as a wonderful way for AP Lang and AP US History to get together and debate the facts presented here. Every once in a while I see things like this that cause me to look back. The idea about researching history is something that many should be doing before commenting on a lot of the posts that we see on social media. - Opinion | Get real and read some history. The past was worse.  Which do you think is the most accurate? IMO the last administration's grade would be an F-. As for now, I have to agree with the incomplete assessments. -  How did the U.S. address the climate crisis in 2023? 8 experts graded our progress. This sure doesn't look that good. Anything connected to any part of the United Nations now holds no credibility, something I shouldn't have to explain.   - In 2023, at least 3 cases challenging climate inaction were filed every week: Reports The way it should be. Will the 9...

First paragraph tells us it's the far right in France who's attempting to do this. Past time to shut down the far right. Russia is working to weaken NATO as well, which is no surprise, or shouldn't be to anyone. Neither should be the fact that the Kremlin has connections with this faction.   -  Russia is working to subvert French support for Ukraine, documents show Just an FYI for those of you living in LA County. It's probably a matter of time before this is statewide. - LA County Reinstates Mask Mandate at All Healthcare Facilities Do I really need to say anymore, looking at just the title of this piece? This should have been happening since the beginning of this crapola at the border with the wall. It's not like the Border Patrol's behavior has just started. - Why humanitarian aid groups are calling out the Border Patrol? Another Dem following through on promises. Sad that many who were forced into these schools aren't alive to heal.  Biden made excellent...

Nothing more needs to be said. - Poisonous Words and the Massacre of Wounded Knee No more needs to be said. The title says it all. Watch the video included at the end. Warning in terms of it's lenth: 42.07.   - Western leaders condemn Russia's mass attack on Ukraine, Zelensky urges world to respond Just listen, an important listen.  “It is simply false to pretend that both sides are equally to blame for dysfunction in Washington. There is just one political party that refuses to accept elections, science, the rule of law or the premise that governing requires negotiation and compromise.”   - 3 Ways to Fix Election Coverage (Before It's Too Late) | Robert Reich Another Important read. This presents some of the important achievements this current administration has accomplished. -  Is Biden waging a war on energy? Or on the climate? Good video to watch about the progress we have attained in climate. - Progress in 2023 combats climate change Much is discussed here....

Unconscionable! According to this article, this isn't there first time this has happened. Why am I not surprised?! Don't miss the video at the end. - Prosecutors: Russian's 76th Airborne Division likely linked to execution of Ukrainian POWs in Zaporizhzhia Oblast Notice the reason for the slowdown in the Senate is because of the dysfunctional House. Still the Senate continues to approve judges. - Opinion | 2022 was busy for the Senate. 2023 was really, really not.  Hamas is E.V.I.L. Why don't I believe the numbers of dead Palestinians? The source for the numbers is by the "Hamas-backed Gaza Health Ministry."  -  American Israeli woman killed by Hamas: Family She tried to fix this but well, it's too late. It tells everyone she really can't think on her feet. Anyone who has ever visited the South knows Southerners refer to it as the Northern War of Oppression. - Why Nikki Haley flubbed a simple question about the Civil War I have since my daughter left f...

No intro needed for this piece. The title says it all. Interesting interview on MSNBC with Lawrence included with this op-ed. Simon Rosenberg says we've been beating the polls. He also talks about two kinds of polls, a good listen. -  My New MSNBC Op-Ed: "Biden's 2024 Chances Are Much Stronger Than People Realize" Several articles about the water. Food for thought, not so positive. -  Land of 10,000 Lakes: how Minnesota's most sacred resource made headlines 2023  Let's be real about this. Congress didn't because the GOP wanted unrelated additions like their uh vision at the border. Let's be real here. - Biden authorises final $250m aid package for Ukraine after Congress fails to approve more funds Biden Administration Takes Historic Step to Protect Old-Growth Forest Good read IMO, things many of us care about described here. -  2023 in Native environmental news

While I think Gay should be removed as president of Harvard, the GOP are playing games, acting like they are but really don't about the antisemitism that has arisen since 10/7. - Harvard under growing pressure over plagiarism allegations Reasons for using antisemitism changes to fit whatever situation according to this op-ed when an Lipstadt is asked about its rise. Let this sink in: " Like a virus ,  it intensifies at times of stress,"and is described as another form of prejudice. This stands out too: " the accuser is subjecting Israel to a standard no other country must meet...." A must read here.  - Opinion | Lipstadt "Antisemitism is like a virus for which there is no cure" A New Breed of Climate Protesters Vows to Take the Fight to US Political "Cowards" What a great idea! I love this! - How to inspire climate hope in kids? Get their hands dirty This does need to happen. Anyone who doesn't understand this is beyond help. Unfortunatel...

Surprised? You shouldn't be.Putin wants more control. Another reason why the last guy can't be in office again. He IS Putin's ally. - Bild: Russia may attempt to attack Europe next winter, European intelligence source says Makes a person wonder if they only post stories that they think are good clickbait. - 66 Good News Stories You Didn't Hear About in 2023 Good read, an important read. It may be opinion, but it is based on facts many of us already know as well as some we don't. - Opinion | The pieces are falling into place to conclude the Gaza war Been expecting this to happen. Now it's being said out loud. - Putin Suffered 'Big Strategic Defeat' in Ukraine War: Nato Leader Not surprising at all. They remind me of an incompetent, bumbling pack of fools. - House GOP traps itself in impeachment box.  Disorder explains Abbott's Texas government quite clearly. - State of disorder: Texas Gov. Gregg Abbott's latest demagoguery