Obamacare v. Ryancare: And, in this corner, the winner is....
Submitted by HenryAWallace on Sun, 03/26/2017 - 6:15amAmericans? Democrats? Republicans? Obama? Trump? The Koch brothers?
Republicans' Titanic sinks; Democrats offer rowboat for survivors
Submitted by Alligator Ed on Sun, 03/26/2017 - 3:44amFirst off, I would like to thank my inspiration for this article or essay or rant, whatever to the following:
1. CS in AZ whose post about Ryancare (AKA Trumpcare, AKA Death panels for the sick) provided the primary inspiration.
This will not end well
Submitted by LaFeminista on Sun, 03/26/2017 - 2:25amNow a strictly military action.
The Pentagon under President Donald Trump is enjoying greater freedom to run its wars the way it wants -- and not constantly seek White House approval on important decisions.
Outside my Area of Expertise (20170325)
Submitted by PriceRip on Sat, 03/25/2017 - 6:23pmJust when you think you have a solid grasp on reality . . . The handle falls off.
What's Wrong with this Picture?
Submitted by Big Al on Sat, 03/25/2017 - 6:07pm
"ObamaCare will explode and we will all get together and piece together a great healthcare plan for THE PEOPLE. Do not worry!"
Donald Trump tweet after getting made a Fool, again
From the republican president who has a republican party majority in the Congress and Senate.
Anticipating the Caucus99percent Candidates' Forum
Submitted by Cassiodorus on Sat, 03/25/2017 - 2:30pmHere I'd like to briefly interrupt the ongoing discussion of how we're being screwed by the neoliberals to suggest that C99% do two things:
1) institute a candidates' forum, in which candidates who actually claim to do something for us can receive some scrutiny
2) create a coalition for vetting candidates
National Weekend of Prayer for transgender justice
Submitted by Robyn on Sat, 03/25/2017 - 2:13pmI'm a little late on this...mainly because I didn't know about it until last night.
From the website:
DMW's Congressional Rules of Order (Observed)
Submitted by detroitmechworks on Sat, 03/25/2017 - 12:13pmThere are a lot of ethical guidelines with regards to proper conduct in our highest levels of government. For the most part, these are formalities that allow the proper flow of business. However, there are some unwritten rules which are the highest authority within the hallowed halls of congress.
Therefore, I present to you, the ACTUAL rules of Order that our representatives observe, and obey with almost slavish devotion.
How to Become a Trillionaire
Submitted by Big Al on Sat, 03/25/2017 - 10:21am
Just wait a little longer. Maybe ten more years.
In my opinion, we should not allow being a billionaire to be a good thing. That will greatly increase the chances of there being trillionaires on this planet. That will not be a good thing.
An Ex-RWNJ's guide to converting RWNJ's V2.0 Now with Neo-lib tips!
Submitted by Alphalop on Sat, 03/25/2017 - 9:19amOK, Here is V2. Now with Neo-liberal tips...
Virtually all the tips for RWNJ's can apply but I added some addendums to the end that specifically deal with Neo-libs in the Democratic Party.
