politicians
Reviews of the politicians kissing babies and running governments around the world; applaud and criticize the decisions they make and their implications.
The 5 Blunders of Vladimir Putin
The war in Ukraine is two months along, and Russian president Vladimir Putin’s dangerously quixotic quest to restore the geography and influence of the old Soviet Union is not going as planned. According to news reports, Russian forces have been frustrated, losing control of towns once thought to be under their control, and were more recently forced to endure the sinking of one of their flagship warships, the Moskva, probably at Ukrainian hands. Other news reports and analysis from the Pentagon have said Russian troops are deeply demoralized, undersupplied, and confused as to the very nature of the mission.
By Michael Eric Ross4 years ago in The Swamp
Ron DeSantis’s Extremism is Setting Up His Presidential Run
Ifyou want a sneak preview of how the GOP will use the culture wars to establish minority rule for their radicalized and weaponized base then you need to pay attention to Florida under the leadership of Gov. Ron DeSantis.
By irinelvocal24 years ago in The Swamp
President Biden: How Much Is He Aware and In Control?
Many think Joe Biden should not be President at 79. Judging from his blunders they may have a point. For example, Joe Biden when commemorating the U S S Delaware on Saturday thought Michelle Obama had been the Vice President. Mr. Biden forgot that he had been Vice President when Barack Obama was in the White House. Mr. Biden was Vice President between 2009 and 2017.
By Nicholas Bishop4 years ago in The Swamp
Tory Golden Boy: Rishi Sunak.
Rishi Sunak told Sky News that people should judge him on what he did during the pandemic. This was a happy time for UK Chancellor, Rishi Sunak. Millions faced lockdown due to the COVID virus and were afraid of losing their jobs. Mr Sunak, provided the furlough scheme, which paid employees 80%, of their wages. This scheme saved thousands of jobs in the UK, in all sectors. Loans and grants were provided for businesses. Sunak brought out the 'eat out, to help out' scheme. Mr Sunak was even tipped to replace Boris Johnson, as Leader, of the Conservative party and Prime Minister. Such was his popularity at this time, that he was called, the 'People's Chancellor'. The BBC showed him as a cartoon figure dressed as Superman throwing money at the poor.
By Nicholas Bishop4 years ago in The Swamp
Liz Truss: The Wannabe Mrs Thatcher
When the 'Partygate' scandal became known to the media it seemed Boris had tripped himself up yet again. During the lockdown period of 2020 Boris is alleged to have attended gatherings at 10 Downing Street. At some of these gatherings in the Downing Street garden there was booze present. When questioned by Sir Keir Starmer Boris said he did not even know he was at a party.
By Nicholas Bishop4 years ago in The Swamp
10 Facts You Didn't Know About Kamala Harris
Kamala Harris, the daughter of two graduate students, was born in Oakland, California, on October 20, 1964. She attended Westmount High School and graduated from Howard University with a degree in political science in 1986.
By Anirban Bose4 years ago in The Swamp
An Open Letter To Bruce Harrell
Dear Bruce, Fuck you. Fuck you personally, directly, and in particular. Fuck nearly everything you stand for. Fuck your crappy campaign ads to your crappier policies. You are the exact reason that no one wants a democrat. You're basically a republican, except the lite version, not the version that requires a monthly subscription.
By Paige Graffunder4 years ago in The Swamp
