A white woman, in the community of Montclair, NJ, harassed a black man by demanding that he tell her if he had a permit to build something in his backyard then called the cops.
General News
Are Republicans Slow Learners or is something else up with COVID-19
This piece was sent by a Republican who wanted this information out on COVID-19 and his party. He says: “I weep for my party.”
Joe Biden had a shocking response on Confederate statues I did not expect
Joe Biden made a statement that the Right-Wing is likely to go wild about. He did not condemn protesters removing symbols of oppression, statues, but it is what else he said. Biden shows empathy towards protesters Joe Biden must be given kudos for this one on empathy. It is an answer most politicians would not […]
MSNBC host slams incompetence of Trump Admin with a graph
Katy Tur displayed how the rest of the world is handling COVID-19. She then let the administration have it for their incompetence.
A Black pregnant woman dragged out of her car by a cop and tased on her stomach.
If anyone doubts why the cries are out there for #BlackLivesMatter and #DefundThePolice, this is a classic shameful example of the reality of too many when confronted by a cop.
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A Few Takes
US, Brazil, Russia are COVID-19 hot spots due to anti-science leaders – Business Insider
It is a crying shame that the US, Brazil, and Russia, three technologically advanced countries, have allowed Right-Wing hacks to put the world in danger. There irresponsible non-scientific take on COVID-19 may destroy all of their economies. The US, Brazil, and Russia have the highest numbers of confirmed coronavirus cases in the world. All three […]
White guy threatens Black teen in front of her home in gated community, says ‘you don’t belong’ here
If we did not have the video, I would not believe this. White guy threatens Black teen in front of her home in gated community, says ‘you don’t belong’ here Tensions are high in the country. We are in the middle of a historic pandemic, our economy is going down the drain, our federal government is […]
Trump Tulsa Rally: 6 Campaign Workers Test Positive for Virus – The New York Times
If six of Trump’s staff in Tulsa got infected with COVID-19 then how many of them came in contact with others to continue the spread. Trump is experimenting with the American people. In Trump’s sycophants’ minds, if only 1 to 4% of people die, who cares. Every company can live without a 1 to 4% […]
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Trump to cut Medicare & Social Security – Doctors support Medicare for All.
Donald Trump said he is ready to break his Medicare / Social Security promise in 2nd Term. Doctors are supporting Medicare for all in droves.
Hillary’s Bernie attack was shameful. More doctor organizations supporting Medicare for All.
Hillary’s attack on Bernie has two purposes, slow down his momentum & 2nd, refuse to accept responsibility for her loss. More doctors onboard Medicare for All.
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Columnists
Stupidity spreads in droplets
New York is beating it. Europe is beating it. Australia is beating it. Why not the rest of U.S.? Stupidity spread COVID-19 infested droplets droplets.
Are Swedes Shunned for High Covid Rates—or Is It Really ABBA?
The NYTimes reporter who offered “Sweden’s apparent success in handling the scourge without an economically devastating lockdown” trying to explain the deadly snake oil.
Guest Bloggers
Black American married to a Black Immigrant on the meaning of going home
The experience of “home” for a black American is in the bones different from that of most non white immigrants. Many feel they have no real “home” that care for them.
Charleston, SC Decides to Remove Statue of Iconic Confederate Statesman
Another confederate statue in a southern state comes down. That is progress. Hope give solid get historical context merged with today’s reality.
Local News
Harris County Judge Lina Hidalgo: Competence in a sea of willful incompetence. COVID-19 is not political.
Texas’ Harris County Judge Lina Hidalgo is the county’s top political executive. She has received but headwinds from the governor of Texas as she tries to keep the county safe from COVID-19. Lina Hidalgo a fresh dispatch from the old guard As COVID-19 was ravaging New York, Lina Hidalgo saw the writing on the wall. […]
Harris County Clerk Diane Trautman resigns effective May 31st, 2020.
Diane Trautman was a part of the Blue Wave that overtook Houston in 2018 for the most important job of Harris County Clerk. After a year and five months, Diane is resigning.
One dead at Bellaire High School shooting in Texas.
Once again we have a gun situation at a school. One kid is dead after a shooting at Bellaire High School in the Houston Metropolitan Area.
Don’t let this happen to you hanging Christmas light or just climbing.
I’m leaving politics for a few minutes to post this basic human story. Don’t ruin your Christmas climbing without safety precautions. It could be fatal.
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Environment
Will the decline in carbon emissions continue after the COVID-19 pandemic is over?
No one is happy about the havoc the Coronavirus has wreaked, but one bright side has been the reduction in carbon dioxide (CO2) emissions that occurred.
What are the ways for using environmental civil disobedience to accomplish our goals?
Environmental proponents have been practicing civil disobedience in various forms for decades if not longer. And we must again.
People Making a difference
Brialle Ringer: Pleasure activism keeps people engaged
Young activist, Brialle Ringer, a Living Room Conversations, Communications Partner, made me think. Pleasure activism is where it is at.
Angelina Lawson, a progressive on a conservative board ensuring transparency to her constituents
Angeliina Lawson is the sole progressive on the Johnson County Community College Board of Trustees trying to be fiscally accountable and transparent.
Sports
Texans Win. But why do it the hard way?
The Texans vs Bills game was exciting but it should have ended in regulation. Bill O’Brien is lucky to have stellar players.
Simone Biles named female athlete of the year | khou.com
Simone Biles continues to make Houston proud as she wins female athlete of the year. Congratulations! COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. — Gymnastics powerhouse Simone Biles has been named the 2019 Team USA Female Olympic Athlete of the Year after another record-setting performance in competition this year. Biles topped a list of award-winners of the honors presented […]
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Entertainment
Actresses Diahann Carroll, barrier breaker of the ’60s died at 84.
One of my favorite actresses, Diahann Carroll, died today. We actually got her program in Spanish while I was growing up in Panama.
Aretha Franklin, you will be missed but you left us this (VIDEO)
Aretha Franklin is dead but she lives on in the manner most of us knew her. And as such, she lives on and will live on forever.
Anthony Bourdain, Chef, Travel Host and Author, Is Dead at 61 – The New York Times
Anthony Bourdain, celebrity chef extraordinaire committed suicide in Paris. He will be missed for both his cooking and his insight.
Battleground Texas
Support continues to build for Judge William ‘Bill’ McLeod
Judge McLeod turned around his office in two months. McLeod and his staff accomplished more in 2 months than his predecessor did in two years.
Netroots Nation
Misinformed Latino doing Donald Trump’s dirty job in disparaging undocumented workers (VIDEO)
This misinformed Latino Phoenix Arizona resident illustrated perfectly why it is difficult to get unity in a cause.
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Coffee Party Posts
Coffee Party USA Board of Directors 2016 Meeting in Blue Ridge, Georgia
The Coffee Party USA board of directors coalesced around a strong voter education and turnout strategy that we will be releasing in the forthcoming weeks.
Occupy Movement
San Diego March In Solidarity with Occupy Wall Street by CNN iReporter Chris Morrow
By Chris Morrow Under the weight of the forcible and late night eviction of the epicenter of the Occupy Wall Street from Zuccotti Park, activists have called for a march in solidarity with them. Occupy San Diego is sponsoring this act of solidarity. “, Occupy San Diego Tonight at 6pm the march of 200+ started […]
Move To Amend
Move to Amend’s Daniel Lee: Transcending political parties at the People’s Convention (VIDEO)
Many grassroots organizations have converged on Philadelphia, PA using the Democratic National Convention as the catalyst to organize for a better America.
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Egberto Mentioned In Media
Diverse backgrounds color health care views in ways you may not expect
(CNN) — A student, a senior. A Democrat, a Republican. Someone with health insurance, someone with a pre-existing condition, someone with no insurance. Someone who’s employed, and someone who’s not. A doctor. A Massachusetts resident. They all have different experiences and interests when it comes to health care, and they all have views on […]
Texas Rep Ted Poe Office Met By Protest From His Constituents Over Debt Ceiling
People power is what it will require to take back our country. Ted Poe’s office in Kingwood TX will continue to be of interest to one of the most divisive congressmen.
Egberto’s Published Articles
Is Net Neutrality Really Necessary? You’re Damn Right!
by Egberto Willies and Keyan Bliss (Originally Published at Common Dreams) Three weeks after Christmas, the American judiciary gave telecommunications corporations a huge present. On January 14 a federal appeals court decided to weaken the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) Internet Neutrality policy by striking down the rules it adopted in 2010 to regulate Internet service […]
Egberto Willies: Wendy Davis’ life story provides empathy necessary to be governor – Kingwood Observer
It seems like I chose just about the right time to write an article on Wendy Davis. She finds herself under attack not only by the entire Right Wing establishment, but from the traditional media as well. She happens to be the story to balance the myriad of bad acts by Republicans. There is a […]
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