Whatever this is, it is not America ... not by any modern definition of the word ... https://www.rawstory.com/2020/06/ag-barr-defends-his-black-clad-secret-police-force-its-ok-they-wouldnt-want-to-talk-to-people-about-who-they-were/
Rachel @MADDOW and others raise an important, frankly frightening question: are Donald Trump and A.G. William Barr unleashing what amounts to a non-law enforcement, paramilitary militia; an American secret police, on our nation's capitol? Are these unlabeled "troops" even troops?
We cannot tolerate an American secret police.
I will be introducing legislation to require uniformed federal officers performing any domestic security duties to clearly identify what military branch or agency they represent.
'Extremist agitators' tearing nation apart, per William Barr http://ow.ly/L4AX50zZ9tW
In the wake of protests against police brutality, Cameron Welch, an 18-year-old, shared a video on TikTok. http://huffp.st/ykG1rpT
Note that after assaulting the guy, one officer stops any of the others from helping him and the rest just step over him while one calls it in. And then they grab another protesters. What country is this, and what century???
Who does this protect?
Meghan Markle: “I realized the only wrong thing to say is to say nothing. Because George Floyd’s life mattered, and Breonna Taylor’s life mattered, and Philando Castile’s life mattered, and Tamir Rice’s life mattered."
Meghan Markle: 'George Floyd's Life Mattered'
Meghan Markle recently addressed the death of George Floyd at a graduation commencement: “I realized the only wrong thing to say is to say nothi...
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Definitely the political story of the year so far!
This hasn’t received enough coverage: @realDonaldTrump has an undefeated record of candidate endorsements this cycle.
https://gop.com/president-trump-64-0
The militarized state...
Who does this protect?
Iowa GOP Chairman Jeff Kaufmann said during a press conference on Thursday that Republicans are gaining momentum ahead of the 2020 elections.
Iowa GOP Chair: Republicans Surging Ahead of 2020 Elections
Iowa GOP Chairman Jeff Kaufmann said during a press conference on Thursday that Republicans are gaining momentum ahead of the 2020 elections.
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The "Frozen" star is having uncomfortable but necessary conversations with her daughters about anti-racism protests.
Kristen Bell On How White Parents Can Raise 'Anti-Racist' Kids
The "Frozen" star is having uncomfortable but necessary conversations with her daughters about anti-racism protests.
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DOJ watchdog launches investigation into death of prisoner pepper-sprayed by guards.
DOJ watchdog launches probe into death of prisoner pepper-sprayed by guards
The incident began when inmate Jamel Floyd barricaded himself inside his cell and used a metal object to break the cell-door window, authorities said.
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WATCH: Protesters chant "you are not alone" as Terrence Floyd speaks at a memorial for his brother George in Brooklyn, New York.
He was reviewed for using force 79 times in three and a half years on the job. This is why we protest.
https://www.miamiherald.com/news/local/crime/article243234261.html
NFL Quarterback, Drew Brees, apologizes for 'hurtful' remarks http://ow.ly/ZgfF50zZ5bA
TONIGHT at 10pm ET/PT: @LesterHoltNBC anchors a live primetime special from Minneapolis as the nation remembers George Floyd. Watch “America in Crisis” on @NBC and @NBCNewsNow.
Police hero on life support, national media and national Democrats could not care less
Wounded Las Vegas police officer remains in critical condition
A Las Vegas officer shot at the conclusion of a Black Lives Matter protest late Monday continued to fight for his life Thursday morning at University ...
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Damaged Asian businesses show solidarity with Black Lives Matter protesters https://on.msnbc.com/2XZT8a1
Thousands of Hong Kong residents flooded city squares throughout the region to observe the 31st anniversary of the Tiananmen Square massacre on Thursday, despite pro-China authorities banning assemblies in honor of the event.
Thousands in Hong Kong Attend 'Illegal' Tiananmen Square Memorials
Thousands of Hong Kong residents flooded city squares throughout the region to observe the 31st anniversary of the Tiananmen Square massacre.
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"The bible and the word of god belongs to all of us," @kimguilfoyle tells @gregkellyusa after a similarly-posed bible photo of Bill Clinton has circulated.
"It shouldn't be used in a partisan fashion to try to divide the country." http://nws.mx/tv
Yes, @chrislhayes, they DO do that. And not just in New York.
This isn't shocking...it's horrifying. https://twitter.com/ABC7/status/1268673244715859968
The paper's editorial page editor argues that publishing it is necessary for debate. That won't cut it.
James Bennet Can't Defend The New York Times' Tom Cotton Op-Ed
The paper's editorial page editor argues that publishing a senator's call for military suppression of protests is necessary for debate. That won't cut...
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Reverend Al Sharpton to attend and provide eulogy at George Floyd memorial http://ow.ly/bdrB50zZ3TT
State's Attorney for Baltimore City Marilyn Mosby: “What we are currently crying out for is a just, equal system that is going to apply one standard of justice to all.”
Marilyn Mosby: âWhat we are calling out for is a just, equal system‘
State's Attorney for Baltimore City Marilyn Mosby: ”What we are currently calling out for is a just, equal system that is going to apply one sta...
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U.S. Agencies Work With WHO Despite Trump Threat to Cut Ties - Bloomberg https://www.bloomberg.com/news/articles/2020-06-04/u-s-agencies-work-with-who-despite-trump-threat-to-cut-ties
UPDATE: A senior White House official on Thursday denied reports that there any discussions about extending the executive amnesty program, Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA), before the election.
White House Denies DACA Amnesty Extension Coming Before Election: 'Totally False'
A White House official denies discussions about extending the executive amnesty program, DACA, before the election.
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Long Beach police seek evidence of ‘criminal activity’ during recent protests using new online portal
Long Beach police seek evidence of ‘criminal activity’ during recent protests using new online portal
The Long Beach Police Department is encouraging residents to submit video or photo evidence of “criminal activity” during recent protests ...
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Acuity Flag, 'Worlds Tallest Symbol Of Freedom' In Tatters
Acuity Flag, 'Worlds Tallest Symbol Of Freedom' In Tatters
High winds Tuesday night ripped through the flag which stands in Sheboygan. Several people captured images of the tattered flag.
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ANTIFA EXPOSED: Undercover Footage Reveals Vicious Far-Left Tactics, ‘Practice Things Like an Eye Gouge’
ANTIFA EXPOSED: Undercover Footage Reveals Vicious Far-Left Tactics, ‘Practice Things Like an Eye Gouge’ | Sean Hannity
Explosive undercover footage from Project Veritas is now exposing the vicious, brutal tactics employed by ‘Antifa’ to intimidate, injure,....
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My appearance earlier today, helping cover the George Floyd memorial on @MSNBC
.@JoyAnnReid: "The real return to public life has been, once again, on the backs of the moral lessons that the African in America has had to teach this country. From Homer Plessy all the way to Dr. King" https://trib.al/BHnK9nM
As America rages, the Middle East watches with surprise — and some schadenfreude
As America rages, the Middle East watches with surprise — and some schadenfreude
People in the Middle East, accustomed to popular discontent and heavy-handed security tactics at home, are watching similar scenes unfold in the U.S.
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Pleased to see that the United States and Iran have agreed to a prisoner swap, and I am grateful that Michael White of Imperial Beach, California will be returning home after nearly two years in Iranian detention. This is a positive step that I hope will lead to more.
BREAKING: A Navy veteran detained in Iran for nearly two years has been released and is on his way home aboard a Swiss government aircraft, U.S. officials said. http://apne.ws/VXGULD7
“The protesters are not real” was not a talking point I anticipated!
I thought this letter from respected retired Marine and Super Star lawyer, John Dowd, would be of interest to the American People. Read it!
FBI officials considered, and later canceled, a press conference to clarify how agents were being used in protests, 3 sources familiar with the planning say.
Sources: FBI wanted to contrast its response to protests with Barr's
FBI officials considered, and later canceled, a press conference to clarify how agents were used in protests, said three sources familiar with plannin...
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Senate Democrats stood together today in silence for 8 minutes & 46 seconds—the length of time the police officer disgustingly pressed his knee into George Floyd’s neck.
We won't stop working on policing reform & demanding that Sen. Mitch McConnell commit ASAP to holding a vote.
How Iceland Beat the Coronavirus
How Iceland Beat the Coronavirus
The country didn’t just manage to flatten the curve; it virtually eliminated it.
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Nova Scotia Premier @StephenMcNeil says the feds’ push to give workers 10 days of paid sick leave should be tied to the virus.
“We would agree that this kind of measure needs to be taken now during the pandemic, but once there's a vaccine we believe that that should end.”
Canadian police chief Scott Gilbert kneeled before Black Lives Matter activists clambering on the city war memorial in Peterborough, Ontario.
Canadian Police Chief Kneels to Black Lives Matter Protesters
Canadian police chief Scott Gilbert kneeled before Black Lives Matter activists clambering on the city war memorial in Peterborough, Ontario.
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This is the second time this week he's made the call and broken from Trump on the need for a military response.
Esper Reverses Course Again, Orders Troops Out Of D.C.
This is the second time this week he's made the call and broken from Trump on the need for a military response to the anti-racism protests.
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.@StephenMcNeil says he hopes to have a ‘travel bubble’ with other Atlantic provinces in place this summer that would allow people to cross provincial borders without having to self-isolate. “The epidemiology will determine that, but that's definitely our goal,” he said.
