I'm a little surprised that you didn't mention Greg Abbott's executive order--two days after the Pfizer vaccine received full FDA approval--banning vaccination mandates by any Texas government agency. That must set a new low for public policy in America, at least since the demise of slavery.
Rep. Seth Moulton, D-Mass., and Rep. Peter Meijer, R-Mich, the two Members of Congress returned to the US chastened. Not about going to Afghanistan. Despite criticisms, they thought they accomplished something. One thing they accomplished is they changed their mind. They had wanted President Biden to extend the August 31 deadline. As a result of their trip, they say, the realize that getting Afghan allies who want to leave out of Afghanistan is a long term process, that the US will need a continued reasonable relationship with the Taliban and extending the August 31 deadline will make a reasonable relationship more difficult to achieve.
Robert, This may the best letter you have written - at least since I started reading. Thank you for discussing Afghanistan as one of several critical stories. If I turn on the TV, it is as if our challenges relative to the Climate Crisis, Voting Rights and the Insurrection of January 6 barely existed.
Afghanistan is a very sad tale indeed. But there are many countries that are in trouble - starvation, abuse of women and children, corruption. I stand with the President.
Writing a good newsletter of this nature takes perspective and an understanding of history. You have in spades. Thanks again. You mirror my sentiments. Not always...but certainly today.
Today's Edition was particularly brilliant, succinct and heartening. Thank you, Robert. Honestly, these days, even my go-to major newspapers are delivering their news their way, with too much drama and not enough substance. I now turn to your newsletter that much more to keep my perception centered, with "eyes on the prize" but realistic.
A question for you: What has happened to articles about Haiti? This tragedy seems to have all but disappeared from our consciences.
I'm a little surprised that you didn't mention Greg Abbott's executive order--two days after the Pfizer vaccine received full FDA approval--banning vaccination mandates by any Texas government agency. That must set a new low for public policy in America, at least since the demise of slavery.
Rubin is such a fine reporter. You are so appreciated for keeping our attention focussed on realities instead of fears, Robert!
Rep. Seth Moulton, D-Mass., and Rep. Peter Meijer, R-Mich, the two Members of Congress returned to the US chastened. Not about going to Afghanistan. Despite criticisms, they thought they accomplished something. One thing they accomplished is they changed their mind. They had wanted President Biden to extend the August 31 deadline. As a result of their trip, they say, the realize that getting Afghan allies who want to leave out of Afghanistan is a long term process, that the US will need a continued reasonable relationship with the Taliban and extending the August 31 deadline will make a reasonable relationship more difficult to achieve.
Robert, This may the best letter you have written - at least since I started reading. Thank you for discussing Afghanistan as one of several critical stories. If I turn on the TV, it is as if our challenges relative to the Climate Crisis, Voting Rights and the Insurrection of January 6 barely existed.
Afghanistan is a very sad tale indeed. But there are many countries that are in trouble - starvation, abuse of women and children, corruption. I stand with the President.
Writing a good newsletter of this nature takes perspective and an understanding of history. You have in spades. Thanks again. You mirror my sentiments. Not always...but certainly today.
Talking sense, as usual. Thank you thank you for your informed and reasoned thoughts.
Today's Edition was particularly brilliant, succinct and heartening. Thank you, Robert. Honestly, these days, even my go-to major newspapers are delivering their news their way, with too much drama and not enough substance. I now turn to your newsletter that much more to keep my perception centered, with "eyes on the prize" but realistic.
A question for you: What has happened to articles about Haiti? This tragedy seems to have all but disappeared from our consciences.
Thanks so much again, everyday.