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Tiller Killer Scott Roeder Says More Anti-Abortion Attacks Coming, That He’s Glad Tiller’s Clinic is Closed, and He’s Being Treated Like a Criminal

• June 9, 2009 • 1 Comment

Posted in Abortion, American Politics, Chicanos/Latinos, Class, Crime, Hate Crimes, Health, History, Race, Religion
Tags: "The Pitch", Anti-Abortion, Anti-Government, Anti-Immigration, Anti-Tax, Christian Fundamentalist Terrorism, Dr. George Tiller, Justice Department, Leonard Zeskin, Lindsay Roeder, Multi-Ethnic, Multi-racial, Operation Rescue, Pro-Choice, Scott Roeder, The Freemen, The Huffington Post, Wichita KS

Teabagging in Madison, WI

• April 15, 2009 • Comments Off

Posted in American Politics, Bailouts, Joblessness, Obama Administration, Teabagging Party, The Economy, The Mainstream Media (MSM)
Tags: "Don't Tread on Me", ACORN, Americans for Prosperity, Anti-Tax, Capitol Square, Constables on Patrol, Ed Schultz, Faux Noise, Fox News, Governor Jim Doyle, Louis Farrakhan, Madison WI, Republicans, Right Wing, The Right, Wisconsin Capitol Building

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The New York Times

Weinstein and His Accusers Reach Tentative $25 Million Deal December 11, 2019
A proposed settlement would end nearly every lawsuit filed by the Hollywood producer’s alleged victims, without his having to admit wrongdoing or pay anything to the women.
U.S. Troops Could Soon Be Able to Sue Over Medical Blunders December 11, 2019
A must-pass spending bill in Congress would loosen the Feres doctrine, a bar to suing the government for injuries sustained on active duty. It is named for a heroic World War II paratrooper.
Bipartisan Bill Targets Online Spread of Child Sex Abuse Material December 11, 2019
The legislation, responding to an investigation in The New York Times, would make tech companies more responsible for retaining data about abuse.
After Pensacola Shooting, Pentagon Restricts Training for Saudi Military Students December 11, 2019
More than 800 students from Saudi Arabia have been limited to classroom training in the wake of a shooting at a Pensacola Navy base that left three people dead.
Judge Issues Nationwide Injunction Blocking Border Wall Funding December 11, 2019
A federal court ruled that President Trump’s proclamation of a national emergency did not justify tapping into Pentagon construction funds.
Britt McHenry Sues Fox News, Saying Tyrus Sexually Harassed Her December 11, 2019
The Fox Nation host accused her former co-host Tyrus, whose real name is George Murdoch, of sexual harassment and said that Fox News failed to respond appropriately to her claims.
Someone Is Putting Cowboy Hats on Pigeons in Las Vegas December 10, 2019
No one knows why. A rodeo was in town but denied any connection. The Las Vegas police said it “does not appear to be a police matter at this time.”
‘They’ Is the Word of the Year, Merriam-Webster Says, Noting Its Singular Rise December 10, 2019
A surge in searches for the definition of an old-school pronoun signals a new, nonbinary meaning.

The Guardian, UK

New Zealand volcano: police may do rushed body retrieval despite eruption risk December 11, 2019
Deputy commissioner says police are facing increasing pressure from victims’ families to recover bodies from White IslandNew Zealand police have admitted they are “worried” they may never be able to retrieve the bodies of eight tourists on White Island, and the time may be drawing near to enacting a a rushed retrieval, despite the ongoing risks of another er […]
Israel heads for unprecedented third election in a year as stalemate continues December 11, 2019
Israel’s parliament votes on Wednesday to dissolve itself in a fresh bid to break political deadlockIsrael is set to hold a third round of elections within 12 months, after a deadline to form a government passed with no politician able to bring together the disparate parties.A time limit to forge a majority coalition in the country’s parliament, the Knesset, […]
European Green Deal will change economy to solve climate crisis, says EU December 11, 2019
Everything from travel to air quality has been looked at in order to create ‘a growth that gives back’Nearly every major aspect of the European economy is to be re-evaluated in light of the imperatives of the climate and ecological emergency, according to sweeping new plans set out by the European commission on Wednesday.The comprehensive nature of the Europ […]
House approves $738bn military bill with money for Trump's Space Force December 12, 2019
Measure is expected to be passed by Senate Bill increases defense spending by 2.8%, or $20bnThe US House of Representatives approved on Wednesday a $738bn military spending bill setting policy for the Department of Defense on everything from family leave to fighter jets – and the creation of a “Space Force” that has been a priority for Donald Trump. Related: […]
Queensland school runs out of water as commercial bottlers harvest local supplies December 12, 2019
Parents have been told to consider keeping Tamborine Mountain state school students at home, while trucks take local water to bottling plants for companies including Coca-Cola The Tamborine Mountain state school has run out of water, even as water miners in the Gold Coast hinterland are sending millions of litres to commercial bottling operations.Trucks sent […]
Major global hotel brands accused of profiting from sex trafficking December 11, 2019
Hilton and Intercontinental among 12 hotel chains named in litigation claiming signs of sexual exploitation were ignoredHotel brands owned by Hilton, Intercontinental and Best Western are among a number of leading global chains accused of profiting from sex trafficking.In a landmark case that lawyers claim demonstrates “industry-wide failures” to prevent sex […]
Senate committee passes bipartisan bill to stop Trump withdrawing from Nato December 11, 2019
Senate foreign relations committee voted unanimously for bill which will now await a slot to go to the Senate Legislation to stop Donald Trump from withdrawing the US from Nato has been approved for a Senate vote, amid uncertainty over the president’s intentions towards the alliance.The Senate foreign relations committee on Wednesday voted unanimously for th […]
TV naturalist David Bellamy dies aged 86 December 11, 2019
Popular broadcaster and scientist hailed as man who ‘inspired a whole generation’The naturalist and broadcaster David Bellamy has died aged 86, the Conservation Foundation has said.Bellamy died on Wednesday, according to the foundation, of which he was president and co-founder. In a statement, David Shreeve, its director, said: “Sadly, I have to report that […]

The BBC

White Island volcano: Death toll rises to eight, police say December 12, 2019
Two people who were being treated in hospital after Monday's eruption have died, police say.
Israel will hold unprecedented third election in a year December 11, 2019
PM Benjamin Netanyahu and his main rival, Benny Gantz, have been unable to form majority coalitions.
Climate change: Anger as protestors barred from UN talks December 12, 2019
Around 200 environmental campaigners are barred from climate talks after Greta Thunberg speaks.
Chile missing C-130 plane: Floating debris found December 11, 2019
Thirty-eight people were on board the Antarctic-bound transport plane that disappeared on Monday.
Joe Biden: Democratic presidential frontrunner denies one-term pledge December 12, 2019
US media had reported that Mr Biden, 77, suggested to his aides he would only serve a single term.
Climate change: Methane pulse detected from South Sudan wetlands December 11, 2019
Emissions from the region made a major contribution to global greenhouse gas levels in 2010-2016.
Myanmar Rohingya: Suu Kyi rejects genocide claims at UN court December 11, 2019
Myanmar's leader says there is no proof its army had "genocidal intent" against Rohingya Muslims.
New Jersey killers 'targeted Jewish supermarket' December 11, 2019
At least six people died, including two assailants who parked up before firing on the kosher outlet.