The Evening Blues - 7-18-16
Submitted by joe shikspack on Mon, 07/18/2016 - 3:24pm
Diaries
Militarization of police accelerates
Submitted by gjohnsit on Mon, 07/18/2016 - 2:55pm
Two years of protesting police shootings have achieved very little.
This is a fact beyond question.
Chicago YMCA stirs the pot
Submitted by Robyn on Mon, 07/18/2016 - 2:17pmYMCA of Metro Chicago has issued guidelines for accommodating transgender members and guests. They allow access to restrooms and changing areas matching gender identity.
The protocol was explained in a letter posted Wednesday on the organization's website. The YMCA of Metro Chicago said it also sent the letter to its 140,000 members at its 21 Chicagoland centers. The guidelines will cover all YMCA of Metro Chicago programs and services, from gym and pool facilities to summer camps and various classes. The policies wouldn't apply to some smaller, independent YMCA's in the Chicago area.
We recognize our commitment in support of the rights of all individuals can cause some to feel uncomfortable.. Again, it's our goal for all members to thrive at the Y, and this is why we will do our best to support each of you while maintaining an environment that reflects the inclusive values we share.
--Dick Malone, YMCA of Metro Chicago
Why Protesting the DNC in Philly is More Important Than Ever
Submitted by Steven D on Mon, 07/18/2016 - 1:31pmSorry, I don't have enough time to write as much as I'd like. In the meantime, please watch my new YouTube video about the necessity of protesting the DNC in Philadelphia.
[video:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZXZJaz8VVHA&feature=youtu.be]
Judicial Watch Hearing TODAY Requesting Clinton Deposition UPDATED
Submitted by MsGrin on Mon, 07/18/2016 - 1:27pmUPDATE Reporting from The Hill (btw: I found the link to this The Hill piece in the JW PressRoom - nothing of their own yet)
Election 2016 Drinking Game!
Submitted by potatohead on Mon, 07/18/2016 - 12:43pmAs we all know, this election is likely to be painful for us progressives! Might as well make lemonade out of lemons, right?
I created this drinking game just for the RNC about to kick off! More boards to come, and you can make your own, share, etc… too. Let’s have some fun with this insanity:
Introducing The Neoliberalcon
Submitted by Meteor Man on Mon, 07/18/2016 - 12:33pmThe Whiskey Bar is back in business! Well, not exactly, but I stumbled across Billmon at Emptywheel: https://www.emptywheel.net/2016/04/29/recent-discussions-of-neoliberalism/
Anyhow here's the Storify link where we are introduced to Victoria Nuland: https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Victoria_Nuland
News Dump Monday: Post-ISIS Iraq Reality
Submitted by gjohnsit on Mon, 07/18/2016 - 12:28pmPeople's Convention Schedule: Philadelphia, Saturday, July 23rd
Submitted by Steven D on Mon, 07/18/2016 - 9:20amOfficial Program Schedule for The People's Convention at the Arch Street Meeting House, 320 Arch Street, Philadelphia, July 23, 2016
10:00 AM - 10:30 AM
Doors Open -Welcome performance:
KorElement and Alan Podber10:30 AM 11:10 AM
What Happened in Turkey?
Submitted by capforfun on Mon, 07/18/2016 - 8:39amI wish that the government would do a factual statement and press conference on the Turkey coup. The whole thing really does not make sense and so far no one is being upfront.
Was it us?
Was it a false flag by Erdogan?
