I've developed a cold today also, so I sympathize. It's really the first time I've been sick in four years! Going to get those masks out again!
Great news about Wisconsin, I was so pleased! Also, I believe we won the Mayoral race in Chicago and what about those kids in Nashville!! I love that wheels of justice are finally turning, but the good news you've outlined is by far the bigger story.
How 🤔 appropriate that the linchpin witness in the 34 counts is a fellow named Pecker 😀 considering what the so called payments were for. Guess the good Lord has a excellent sense of humor in how everything has come together. Really glad that the efforts in Wisconsin were successful, now America 🇺🇸 must vote 🗳 blue 🗳 💙 in 2024 and every election thereafter to ensure no more underhanded political appointments occur to posts like SCOTUS as in the previous administration's shenanigans. That's the only way to defeat the unfair advantage of gerrymandering that misrepresents our country by expanding the SCOTUS to 13 and the House to recall voting, like they do governors in California successfully for many years now. Bet the people in Florida wish they could do that too, but at least Disney has the last laugh 😃
Great to hear your Managing Editor's voice, Robert (confirmation that she's real). Hooray for Judge Janet's victory and for Defendent One's arraignment. These wins for democracy can give us momentum for our all the challenges ahead. Time now, though, to revel in today's progress. Yes indeed, we have much to be thankful for. Rest up, get well soon.
Two comments about Trump. First, in all the commentary about yesterday I see literally nothing about what I think is most important: the schedule The next court hearing is not until December. Presumably that is when the court will decide motions to dismiss. The delay until December is hard to explain but I think bad news for Trump because it gives DOJ and Georgia time to do something! Once they charge Trump the NY case will just be background noise. Second, all the angst about how NY will help Trump is ridiculous. He is just preaching to the choir. Is he gaining converts among people likely to vote for a Democrat? Or Independents? Not they I have seen. And that’s all that matters. I don’t care if he gains on DeSantis. In fact that might be a good thing.
I hate being a "wet blanket," but the fact that the Republicans have won the State Senate seat, giving them a 2/3 majority there, is a direct threat to the "victory" you are celebrating.
The Wisconsin GOP has already revealed what they want to do. They will impeach the winner tonight for "crimes" committed before she ran. They have the majority in the Assembly to impeach her, and now with this victory, the 2/3 majority in the Senate to convict her.
If anyone reading this thinks they wouldn't do this, look at how they eviscerated the powers of the governor between his victory and taking office.
After so much work on this, and anxiety this past week, holding my breath the last few days... I am amazed, elated, and inspired. In our GOTV efforts, we heard many detractors, people that were not moved by repro freedom, gun safety, and better districts. I was worried and I am so happy to know so many voted FOR democracy and freedom.
Hi Jill! What a pleasant surprise starting my day with your reading. Well done!
What a day yesterday! Not only did Judge Janet Protasiewicz’s victory yesterday create a necessary liberal majority on the Wisconsin Supreme Court, Finland also joined NATO!
I was uplifted on Twitter last night to see a video of students at the University of Wisconsin, Eau Clare waiting in a long line to vote in the Supreme Court election .
Then there were the events in Tennessee Monday where 7,000 schoolchildren marched to the Capitol to demand gun safety legislation after a school shooting killed six people last week.
It's become evident that not only are the youth and young adults of this country impassioned to save us, but people across the globe are poised to secure democracies in our nations.
I am also celebrating the win of Judge-elect Protasiewicz, but can’t help but notice that she is being referred to as Judge Janet. Feels a little demeaning to me because of the similarity to “Judge Judy” and also because I can’t imagine Dan Kelly being referred to as Judge Dan if he had won. I’m glad that Judge Juan Merchan was referred to as Judge Merchan. I know this is a small point, but I think it is important.
BUT, re: Trump's 34 counts, the next hearing is in December?!?? I remember something about "justice delayed".... Surely, none of the lawyers on both sides need 8 more months to prepare for a case we've all seen coming for years. This is surely an instance of rich, white privilege. Robert, am I right about this? Or is it the "business as usual" in lower Manhattan?
And of course this will be eight months during which the Mango Mussolini will rant about the injustice of it all, and his zombie supporters will compare him to Jesus persecuted and crucified. Let's hope the judge watches and listens closely, and gags Trump when appropriate. When, not if.....
As you say Robert, “We have every reason to be hopeful but no reason to be complacent!” Finland becoming part of Nato and the election of Janet Protasiewicz to the Wisconsin Supreme Court are causes for celebration and hope. We still have work to do, yes.
Also hope for you and your family to get better and better.
What a great team you and the "managing editor" make, Robert! Hope you feel better soon. Won't complain if she continues to read the audio version on occasion (smile).
HCR relegated tfg to "other news."
Let's cancel the "reality show series" of the former Apprentice lead pretending to be a successful businessman. Every bit of media or appearance comes with a plea for donations from this incorrigible grifter!
His plan was to flood the market with merchandise portraying his mug shot.
I did indulge in a little champagne. Today was "a good day." Let's have MORE "arraignment days."
Seems like a very good day to me. Between NY, Wisconsin and Chicago, I think we deserve a pat on the back. Hope you feel better soon!!!
I've developed a cold today also, so I sympathize. It's really the first time I've been sick in four years! Going to get those masks out again!
Great news about Wisconsin, I was so pleased! Also, I believe we won the Mayoral race in Chicago and what about those kids in Nashville!! I love that wheels of justice are finally turning, but the good news you've outlined is by far the bigger story.
And I love your tagline! Get well soon!
Wisconsin spoke up for democracy.
They spoke up for our nation. They understood the importance of voting. Thanks to all of them and to all who worked together for this outcome.
Now tomorrow’s task, Postcards to Voters in Duvall County Florida to encourage them to apply to vote by mail. Join me, onward!
How 🤔 appropriate that the linchpin witness in the 34 counts is a fellow named Pecker 😀 considering what the so called payments were for. Guess the good Lord has a excellent sense of humor in how everything has come together. Really glad that the efforts in Wisconsin were successful, now America 🇺🇸 must vote 🗳 blue 🗳 💙 in 2024 and every election thereafter to ensure no more underhanded political appointments occur to posts like SCOTUS as in the previous administration's shenanigans. That's the only way to defeat the unfair advantage of gerrymandering that misrepresents our country by expanding the SCOTUS to 13 and the House to recall voting, like they do governors in California successfully for many years now. Bet the people in Florida wish they could do that too, but at least Disney has the last laugh 😃
Great to hear your Managing Editor's voice, Robert (confirmation that she's real). Hooray for Judge Janet's victory and for Defendent One's arraignment. These wins for democracy can give us momentum for our all the challenges ahead. Time now, though, to revel in today's progress. Yes indeed, we have much to be thankful for. Rest up, get well soon.
Two comments about Trump. First, in all the commentary about yesterday I see literally nothing about what I think is most important: the schedule The next court hearing is not until December. Presumably that is when the court will decide motions to dismiss. The delay until December is hard to explain but I think bad news for Trump because it gives DOJ and Georgia time to do something! Once they charge Trump the NY case will just be background noise. Second, all the angst about how NY will help Trump is ridiculous. He is just preaching to the choir. Is he gaining converts among people likely to vote for a Democrat? Or Independents? Not they I have seen. And that’s all that matters. I don’t care if he gains on DeSantis. In fact that might be a good thing.
I hate being a "wet blanket," but the fact that the Republicans have won the State Senate seat, giving them a 2/3 majority there, is a direct threat to the "victory" you are celebrating.
The Wisconsin GOP has already revealed what they want to do. They will impeach the winner tonight for "crimes" committed before she ran. They have the majority in the Assembly to impeach her, and now with this victory, the 2/3 majority in the Senate to convict her.
If anyone reading this thinks they wouldn't do this, look at how they eviscerated the powers of the governor between his victory and taking office.
Don't celebrate yet.
I am hopeful...and I wish all who celebrate a Happy Happy....
After so much work on this, and anxiety this past week, holding my breath the last few days... I am amazed, elated, and inspired. In our GOTV efforts, we heard many detractors, people that were not moved by repro freedom, gun safety, and better districts. I was worried and I am so happy to know so many voted FOR democracy and freedom.
And, I really like your sign-off. Feel better!
Hi Jill! What a pleasant surprise starting my day with your reading. Well done!
What a day yesterday! Not only did Judge Janet Protasiewicz’s victory yesterday create a necessary liberal majority on the Wisconsin Supreme Court, Finland also joined NATO!
I was uplifted on Twitter last night to see a video of students at the University of Wisconsin, Eau Clare waiting in a long line to vote in the Supreme Court election .
https://twitter.com/Victorshi2020/status/1643335773499039744
Then there were the events in Tennessee Monday where 7,000 schoolchildren marched to the Capitol to demand gun safety legislation after a school shooting killed six people last week.
It's become evident that not only are the youth and young adults of this country impassioned to save us, but people across the globe are poised to secure democracies in our nations.
I am also celebrating the win of Judge-elect Protasiewicz, but can’t help but notice that she is being referred to as Judge Janet. Feels a little demeaning to me because of the similarity to “Judge Judy” and also because I can’t imagine Dan Kelly being referred to as Judge Dan if he had won. I’m glad that Judge Juan Merchan was referred to as Judge Merchan. I know this is a small point, but I think it is important.
Some good news, yes!
BUT, re: Trump's 34 counts, the next hearing is in December?!?? I remember something about "justice delayed".... Surely, none of the lawyers on both sides need 8 more months to prepare for a case we've all seen coming for years. This is surely an instance of rich, white privilege. Robert, am I right about this? Or is it the "business as usual" in lower Manhattan?
And of course this will be eight months during which the Mango Mussolini will rant about the injustice of it all, and his zombie supporters will compare him to Jesus persecuted and crucified. Let's hope the judge watches and listens closely, and gags Trump when appropriate. When, not if.....
As you say Robert, “We have every reason to be hopeful but no reason to be complacent!” Finland becoming part of Nato and the election of Janet Protasiewicz to the Wisconsin Supreme Court are causes for celebration and hope. We still have work to do, yes.
Also hope for you and your family to get better and better.
What a great team you and the "managing editor" make, Robert! Hope you feel better soon. Won't complain if she continues to read the audio version on occasion (smile).
HCR relegated tfg to "other news."
Let's cancel the "reality show series" of the former Apprentice lead pretending to be a successful businessman. Every bit of media or appearance comes with a plea for donations from this incorrigible grifter!
His plan was to flood the market with merchandise portraying his mug shot.
I did indulge in a little champagne. Today was "a good day." Let's have MORE "arraignment days."
It does seem that the path to justice is finally taking form. The court system has not failed.
Despite a few slimy election deniers who lined the streets around the courthouse today, the worm has turned.
Feel better don’t get the flu. Hear it’s awful. Take care we all love u. Jill green