“Two states and two Disneys—California vs. Florida—and their radically different approaches to dealing with the pandemic.”
“It sounds like Disney and the other theme parks in California have had enough. It sounds like they are starting to put some pressure on the state to get some REAL guidelines for reopening parks. CAPA, an organization representing California theme parks, has sent a formal request for these guidelines so that Disneyland and other parks can prepare for reopening...like nearly everything else in the country.”
Official figures from Ireland belie the narrative.
“It's a scary time in America. In the last few weeks, we've seen police violence, protests, riots, snitch lines... all framed by the backdrop of a viral pandemic. It's not hard to see that a lot of people are hurting and angry. It's also not hard to understand why.
“As families flock to virtual charter schools and "pandemic pods," California blocks the money from following the child. ”
Yes, America is doomed. Yes, America is failing. And no, election games won't save it.
Adapted from a long discussion on another site.
I didn't think it was possible. Me, the self-proclaimed political junkie. And I am burned out on politics.
“Our lovely and unbiased healthcare professionals are here to explain why your job and family are stupid and not a worthy reason to put lives at risk, but rubbing shoulders with 10,000 strangers to shake signs and burn cars is!”
Rep. Rashida Tlaib Demands An End To ‘Policing, Incarceration, and Militarization’ As Looting Spreads In Minnesota
“Ok, Tlaib. That means no more Capitol Police for you guys.”
American Exodus
“Don’t wait for the oligarchy to let you in. Just walk away.”
Why the president can’t quickly solve the computer chip shortage
“A White House summit on the semiconductor shortage lays bare the idled factories, lack of infrastructure and geopolitical complications that Biden must navigate to address the issue.”
Did Delhi just yield the Indian Ocean to the US?
“Last week's US Navy freedom of navigation operation showed it regards India’s EEZ as part of a 'global commons' where US will act as it deems fit”
EU Sanctions Iranian Officials Amid Vienna Talks
“The sanctions mark the first time that the EU sanctioned Iran for alleged human rights abuses since 2013”
https://unherd.com/2021/04/the-tragedy-of-ulsters-lost-boys/
“Lockdown and Brexit have drawn a new generation into an old conflict”
Indefinite Incarceration for Protesters With ‘Wrong’ Politics
“As a Minneapolis suburb devolves into chaos, Americans are once again reminded of the different set of rules that applies to protestors on the Left.”
Daunte Wright shooting: Brooklyn Center city manager fired after call for due process for police officer
“'Effective immediately our city manager has been relieved of his duties,' Brooklyn Center mayor Mike Elliott said”
Exclusionary Zoning is Even Worse than Previously Thought
“Fixing a calculation error in a leading academic article on the subject shows that zoning has a far bigger negative impact on the economy than was previously realized”
Biden Re-Ignites The Waco Fire
“The president’s ATF nominee reminds us of a dark episode of law enforcement lawlessness.”
Facing The Facts Of War With Russia
“The Biden administration appears willing to get us into a fight we’re not ready for.”
Funeral aid program allows death certificates to be altered for those who 'may have' died of COVID
“"If your loved one's death certificate doesn't have COVID listed, you can have it put in," said N.Y. Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez.”
'That's Not Orwellian, THIS Is Orwellian': Aussies Mulling ID For Access To Facebook, Twitter, Tinder
“The Australian government is mulling a proposal which would require citizens to provide at least two forms of identification if they want to use social media, under the guise of 'battling online bullying and more easily report users to authorities.”
Trudeau government threatens Halifax Security Forum over proposed Taiwan award
“HFX wanted to honor Taiwan's president with the prestigious John McCain award. But Canada feared poking the Chinese bear.”