Justice Anthony M. Kennedy, writing for the majority, relied on narrow grounds, saying a state commission had violated the Constitution’s protection of religious freedom. Supreme Court Sides With Baker Who Turned Away Gay Couple If this was a Muslim bakery, there would be outrage about Sharia law.
Trump Says Appointment of Special Counsel is ‘Totally Unconstitutional’
The president also said he has the power to pardon himself, raising the prospect that he might take action to immunize himself from the ongoing Russia investigation. Trump Says Appointment of Special Counsel is ‘Totally Unconstitutional’ The 2nd amendment trolls who talk about the need to defend from tyranny are totally cool with the president… Continue reading Trump Says Appointment of Special Counsel is ‘Totally Unconstitutional’
Evan McMullin on Twitter
“The president says an investigation of him is “unconstitutional,” that he may pardon himself, and that he has “absolute” powers. He considers himself king and will eventually act as one to avoid the consequences of his corruption. Will we defend our liberty or will we go quietly?” Evan McMullin on Twitter
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It’s ok if you’re republican.
White House Analysis Finds Tariffs Will Hurt Growth, as Officials Insist Otherwise
WASHINGTON — A White House economic analysis of President Trump’s trade agenda has concluded that Mr. Trump’s tariffs will hurt economic growth in the United States, according to several people familiar with the research. via White House Analysis Finds Tariffs Will Hurt Growth, as Officials Insist Otherwise Trade wars are a bad idea. We already… Continue reading White House Analysis Finds Tariffs Will Hurt Growth, as Officials Insist Otherwise
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The problem is the GOP. Talk around if you must. Chant both sides until you pass out. It’s the GOP.
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Renowned Economist Jeffrey Sachs Rips Trump As A Gibbering, ‘Delusional’ Threat He might be a “Manchurian Candidate” who is working as a “stooge” for some foreign power to destroy the U.S., Sachs wrote on CCN’s website Friday, referring to the spy movie thriller. via Renowned Economist Jeffrey Sachs Rips Trump As A Gibbering, ‘Delusional’ Threat Worth a… Continue reading Untitled
The rise of the snowflake conservative
It is easy to forget the Before Time in 2018, but in the not-so-distant past, conservatives were big fans of personal responsibility. Conservative think tanks used to write entire reports on this idea. via The rise of the snowflake conservative Worth a read.
Intellectuals, Politics and Bad Faith
The story itself, although ugly, isn’t that important. But it offers a window into a reality few people, certainly in the news media, are willing to acknowledge: the bad faith that pervades conservative discourse. And yes, I do mean “conservative.” There are dishonest individuals of every political persuasion, but if you’re looking for systematic gaslighting,… Continue reading Intellectuals, Politics and Bad Faith
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Sounds about right.