Do you think the Texas GOP ran their new platform past Cruz and Cornyn as well as Abbott? i would think it will provide a nice foundation of outrage for Beto O'Rourke in the election for governor this fall. The ads write themselves.
I had some conversations recently with professional, educated people and was shocked at how disconnected and disengaged they were. I was specifically talking about gun safety and one woman said: I just wish the parties could get along and agree on something, referring to Congress. I explained that the Democrats in the House passed comprehensive gun law reform and the Republicans in the Senate will let it die. I don't know what the answer is, but many people are not paying attention as our Democracy is assailed on all fronts.
My response to Texas Republicans is, “You think being LBGTQ is abnormal? It’s not, and certainly not as abnormal as being a Republican these days.” (Ungenerous of me, I know. But sometimes I can’t resist.)
To me and millions of other Americans we are frustrated and in part feel paralyzed by the myriad of news and events happening everyday whether it’s mass shootings, J6th hearing revelations, Ginny Thomas involvement, state legislators passing restrictive and racists laws in Texas and Florida and other states and the constant banging of the drums of white supremacy and racists comments by a host of right wing commentators and politicians. It sometimes feels like the Chinese torture of a slow drip banging on our heads. I smile when I read about some of the antics of Governor Newsom which represents someone fighting back and being very vocal about it. A friend of mine over the weekend asked me a question which stopped me in my tracks. He said “ if Democracy is really under attack where is the Democratic leadership ( not President Biden) that is leading the charge against the assault by Republicans and what is the plan and the strategy and more importantly where is the message that will rally the troops. America needs their own Zelensky with the same charismatic energy to win this battle. Let’s be honest the Republicans are like Russia in this battle with their weapons being tons of dark money, gerrymander districts and a sophisticated propaganda machine in Fox and other media outlets. The Democrats feel like underdogs and our only retaliation weapon has to be concerned and angry voters and turnout with the same Ukrainian resolve they have. We also need a charismatic leader.
Jun 20, 2022·edited Jun 20, 2022Liked by Robert B. Hubbell
Thank you Robert for your succinct updates on importan matters. I have started sampling the " Bulworks" free work product. I have also been monitoring 'Business Insider' of all sources on the
successful use of US ship--to-ship Harpoon missle systems against Russian Warships & "tugs" in the Black Sea.. Difficult to keep pace without your timley Newsletter. I am using SCOTUS Blog & the experienced Professor Linda Greenhouse for the upcoming Publish & Run opinions.Thank you again.
Mr. Hubbell—and followers—Teri Kanefield addresses the work product of the select committee and its admissibility as evidence in criminal prosecutions. ONLY in the court of public opinion, has guilt been/is guilt being “proven.” It’s going to be a much harder task in the court of law.
I wish "maintaining our majority in both houses" was sufficient. It isn't. As long as we honor the filibuster, we need at least 60 in the Senate, and a stronger majority in the House. Pelosi wont be there forever to martial her magically made majorities. Her successor will need a bigger margin.
There is an increasing variety of deteriorating economic news, but economic pain is not felt equally by class or by region. Democrats can speak to anxieties that are even more fundamental than economics. Every message must remind people that Democrats are the party for democracy, for women's liberty and the secure lives of children. Republicans are the party of riot, and revolution and gun love.
I am surprised that Texas Republicans didn't pass a platform plank outlawing traffic signals, stop signs, divided highways, speed limits, turn signals, and one way streets, because "drivers have a God-given right to drive anyway they choose.
The public's attention span is limited. Simply focusing it on abortion rights, gun violence, and human dignity will make room for all the issues you mention, as the candidates who champion the former are likely to support the latter as well.
It's a mouthfull, but we need to start memorizing: " . . . a one term, twice impeached, coup plotting, indicted former President. . . " By the way, the ladies on ABC's The View always include "disgraced."
Can never have too many negative adjectives describing the man. How about "convicted"? "Incarcerated" sounds good too, don't you think?
"Christian" Nationalism - a horrific oxymoron, making it easy to despair about our democracy's demise.
My Thoughts, and an Invitation to Action!
(I originally posted this on Professor Cox Richarson’s newsletter, where she also reported on the TX GOP platform, and I wanted to share it here as well.)
I would like to borrow and build on Robert Hubble's approach to all of this horror that we witness. (My only other daily newsletter). Yes, it is so important to recognize evil. At the same time, we must do what we can to counter the despair that evil can inspire with a stronger statement of what is possible when people of good hearts come together and take action.
I believe in the power of love. Not the mushy romantic love which mostly depends on the feelings of the moment (as fun as that can be!), but rather the love that is the energy of creation, spirit, the divine, Allah, Yahweh, God, Goddess, whatever one calls the Non-physical aspect of life. It is there for us to draw upon as we show up in whatever way we feel called. So I asked, what can I do? Whom can I join?
Inspired, I googled "Christians against christian nationalism" and guess what! There is an organization with that name! Christians Against Christian Nationalism! They include an impressive gathering of Christian leaders, with three of my favorites, Jim Wallis of Sojourners, Most Rev. Michael Curry (American episcopal bishop who spoke at Meghan and Harry's wedding) and Sister Simon Campbell, ED of Network Lobby for Catholic Social Justice. They offer ways to get involved, including signing their statement condemning Christian Nationalism and forwarding an invitation to others to sign. So I've signed, Tweeted, FB'd and now I'm inviting you! Please check it out and consider signing. https://www.christiansagainstchristiannationalism.org
Do you think the Texas GOP ran their new platform past Cruz and Cornyn as well as Abbott? i would think it will provide a nice foundation of outrage for Beto O'Rourke in the election for governor this fall. The ads write themselves.
I had some conversations recently with professional, educated people and was shocked at how disconnected and disengaged they were. I was specifically talking about gun safety and one woman said: I just wish the parties could get along and agree on something, referring to Congress. I explained that the Democrats in the House passed comprehensive gun law reform and the Republicans in the Senate will let it die. I don't know what the answer is, but many people are not paying attention as our Democracy is assailed on all fronts.
My response to Texas Republicans is, “You think being LBGTQ is abnormal? It’s not, and certainly not as abnormal as being a Republican these days.” (Ungenerous of me, I know. But sometimes I can’t resist.)
To me and millions of other Americans we are frustrated and in part feel paralyzed by the myriad of news and events happening everyday whether it’s mass shootings, J6th hearing revelations, Ginny Thomas involvement, state legislators passing restrictive and racists laws in Texas and Florida and other states and the constant banging of the drums of white supremacy and racists comments by a host of right wing commentators and politicians. It sometimes feels like the Chinese torture of a slow drip banging on our heads. I smile when I read about some of the antics of Governor Newsom which represents someone fighting back and being very vocal about it. A friend of mine over the weekend asked me a question which stopped me in my tracks. He said “ if Democracy is really under attack where is the Democratic leadership ( not President Biden) that is leading the charge against the assault by Republicans and what is the plan and the strategy and more importantly where is the message that will rally the troops. America needs their own Zelensky with the same charismatic energy to win this battle. Let’s be honest the Republicans are like Russia in this battle with their weapons being tons of dark money, gerrymander districts and a sophisticated propaganda machine in Fox and other media outlets. The Democrats feel like underdogs and our only retaliation weapon has to be concerned and angry voters and turnout with the same Ukrainian resolve they have. We also need a charismatic leader.
Thank you Robert for your succinct updates on importan matters. I have started sampling the " Bulworks" free work product. I have also been monitoring 'Business Insider' of all sources on the
successful use of US ship--to-ship Harpoon missle systems against Russian Warships & "tugs" in the Black Sea.. Difficult to keep pace without your timley Newsletter. I am using SCOTUS Blog & the experienced Professor Linda Greenhouse for the upcoming Publish & Run opinions.Thank you again.
A must read on summing up the GOP, written by a former Republican!
https://www.dailykos.com/story/2022/6/13/2103841/-This-Ex-Republican-Just-Tweeted-The-Best-Thread-About-What-The-GOP-Is-About-Ever
Juneteenth, Japanese internment camps, and much more so deftly revised out of US history curriculum. We must do better.
Mr. Hubbell—and followers—Teri Kanefield addresses the work product of the select committee and its admissibility as evidence in criminal prosecutions. ONLY in the court of public opinion, has guilt been/is guilt being “proven.” It’s going to be a much harder task in the court of law.
https://terikanefield.com/the-select-committee-v-the-doj-and-lots-more-stuff/
I am flying The Flag today in honor of this national holiday (Thank you President Biden).
And I hope to fly it again very soon when Garland and the DOJ make their announcement (s).
I wish "maintaining our majority in both houses" was sufficient. It isn't. As long as we honor the filibuster, we need at least 60 in the Senate, and a stronger majority in the House. Pelosi wont be there forever to martial her magically made majorities. Her successor will need a bigger margin.
There is an increasing variety of deteriorating economic news, but economic pain is not felt equally by class or by region. Democrats can speak to anxieties that are even more fundamental than economics. Every message must remind people that Democrats are the party for democracy, for women's liberty and the secure lives of children. Republicans are the party of riot, and revolution and gun love.
I am surprised that Texas Republicans didn't pass a platform plank outlawing traffic signals, stop signs, divided highways, speed limits, turn signals, and one way streets, because "drivers have a God-given right to drive anyway they choose.
Your comments about Ukraine are spot on. Daily Kos provides regular military reports about Ukraine which are lucid and helpful. The most recent is on the same topic, similarly spot on, detailed, and worth reading: https://www.dailykos.com/stories/2022/6/19/2105135/-Ukraine-Update-No-Ukraine-isn-t-suffering-1-000-casualties-per-day
The public's attention span is limited. Simply focusing it on abortion rights, gun violence, and human dignity will make room for all the issues you mention, as the candidates who champion the former are likely to support the latter as well.
It's a mouthfull, but we need to start memorizing: " . . . a one term, twice impeached, coup plotting, indicted former President. . . " By the way, the ladies on ABC's The View always include "disgraced."
Can never have too many negative adjectives describing the man. How about "convicted"? "Incarcerated" sounds good too, don't you think?
Every Republican candidate must be asked: What is your plan to end inflation?
"Christian" Nationalism - a horrific oxymoron, making it easy to despair about our democracy's demise.
My Thoughts, and an Invitation to Action!
(I originally posted this on Professor Cox Richarson’s newsletter, where she also reported on the TX GOP platform, and I wanted to share it here as well.)
I would like to borrow and build on Robert Hubble's approach to all of this horror that we witness. (My only other daily newsletter). Yes, it is so important to recognize evil. At the same time, we must do what we can to counter the despair that evil can inspire with a stronger statement of what is possible when people of good hearts come together and take action.
I believe in the power of love. Not the mushy romantic love which mostly depends on the feelings of the moment (as fun as that can be!), but rather the love that is the energy of creation, spirit, the divine, Allah, Yahweh, God, Goddess, whatever one calls the Non-physical aspect of life. It is there for us to draw upon as we show up in whatever way we feel called. So I asked, what can I do? Whom can I join?
Inspired, I googled "Christians against christian nationalism" and guess what! There is an organization with that name! Christians Against Christian Nationalism! They include an impressive gathering of Christian leaders, with three of my favorites, Jim Wallis of Sojourners, Most Rev. Michael Curry (American episcopal bishop who spoke at Meghan and Harry's wedding) and Sister Simon Campbell, ED of Network Lobby for Catholic Social Justice. They offer ways to get involved, including signing their statement condemning Christian Nationalism and forwarding an invitation to others to sign. So I've signed, Tweeted, FB'd and now I'm inviting you! Please check it out and consider signing. https://www.christiansagainstchristiannationalism.org