Daily Archives: Mon, Oct 2nd, 2017
Rachel Maddow Reveals The Chilling Reason Why The Las Vegas Killer’s Arsenal Went Unnoticed
With gun shows nearly every weekend in Las Vegas, the city is a living and breathing example of America’s longstanding problem with firearm-related violence.
Save Your Prayers, Republicans: It’s Time To Actually Do Something About America’s Gun Problem
Tonight, dozens of people who were alive 24 hours ago no longer are, and many of the leaders who offer their condolences will likely do nothing to prevent the next American massacre.
‘Silence Is No Longer An Option’: Chris Murphy To Introduce New Gun Safety Legislation
“This silence has become unintentional endorsement. It’s become a kind of sick complicity.”
The Right Goes Bonkers And Blames Disrespect Of Trump For Las Vegas Shooting
The Trump right reaction to the worst mass shooting in US history is to blame a lack of respect for Trump for the violence.
Stunning Math Shows How Russia Used Facebook To Get Illegitimate Trump Into The White House
Facebook is releasing the details about the Russian ad campaign that was part of their interference to get Trump elected, and the numbers are a how to guide for building an illegitimate US president.
Opinion: A Clear Racist Undertone Runs Through Trump’s Response To Terrorism in Las Vegas
The anatomy of reporting on mass shootings depends on the perpetrator’s race. If the shooter was a white male, like Stephen Paddock, we are urged to wait for the facts. We don’t assume that mass shooting was a terrorist act when the shooter is white.
U.S. Interior Dept. watchdog launches investigation into Zinke’s travel
The Interior Department’s watchdog agency has launched an investigation into Secretary Ryan Zinke’s travels after reports emerged last week that he had used a private plane owned by an oil executive, the inspector general’s office said on Monday.
All Eyes On Kennedy As SCOTUS Is Set To Consider “Partisan Gerrymandering”
Simply put, “partisan gerrymandering†is a rebrand of “race based gerrymandering.†Republicans are trying to find the magic words to suppress votes by people who are more likely to vote for Democrats.
Republicans Won’t Regulate Gun-Toting Domestic Terrorists But Plan to Regulate Women
Next Tuesday, House Republicans will be voting on an abortion ban bill. Yes, these are the same Republicans that refuse to discuss any kind of gun control, and in fact planned to push a bill loosening gun silencer restrictions this week until the Las Vegas Strip shooting killed 58 people and wounded over 500.
Puerto Rico Governor Instantly Fact-Checks Trump’s Lie About His ‘Amazing’ Relief Effort
As all of this unfolds, the President of the United States is tweeting more North Korea threats likely from the seat of a golf cart at his ritzy resort in New Jersey.
Trump In Crisis After His Company Gets Caught Trying To Do Business In Russia During Campaign
Documents turned over to Special Counsel Robert Mueller show that Trump’s company was trying to do business in Russia after he had locked up the Republican presidential nomination.
Special Report: HP Enterprise let Russia scrutinize cyberdefense system used by Pentagon
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Cable News Obsessed Trump Tries To Pass Off A Moment Of Silence As Gun Violence Policy
The moment of silence was a cable news visual, not an actual policy to deal with gun violence in America.
Congresswoman Says What Republican Cowards Won’t: Las Vegas Massacre Was Domestic Terrorism
Rep. Michelle Lujan Grisham (D-NM) said what Republicans won’t when she called the Las Vegas massacre an act of domestic terrorism.
Facebook to give Russia-linked ads to U.S. Congress on Monday
Facebook Inc said it plans on Monday to turn over to the U.S. Congress copies of some 3,000 ads that the social network says were bought on Facebook likely by people in Russia in the months before and after the 2016 U.S. election.
Trump’s Response To The Worst Mass Shooting In US History Was Truly Pathetic
Trump responded to the Las Vegas massacre by offering no policy leadership, calling the gunman evil, and promising to visit the city. It was a pathetic attempt at pretend presidential leadership. Video: Trump’s response was part of a standard White House playbook. The President calls the culprit evil, offers prayers, promises to go to the…
No evidence Las Vegas shooter tied to militant group-U.S. officials
Two senior U.S. officials said on Monday that there was no evidence that the shooter who killed at least 50 people in Las Vegas was tied to any international militant group.
Hillary Clinton Shows The Guts Trump Lacks By Taking On The NRA After Las Vegas Massacre
Longtime NRA fighter Hillary Clinton pointed out, “The crowd fled at the sound of gunshots. Imagine the deaths if the shooter had a silencer, which the NRA wants to make easier to get.”
Democratic Senator Tells Congress To Get Off Its Ass And Do Something About Gun Violence
Sen. Chris Murphy (D-CT) in response to the Las Vegas shooting where he spoke for the vast majority of Americans when he told Congress to get off its ass and do something about gun violence.
At least 50 dead, more than 400 hurt in Las Vegas concert attack
At least 50 people were killed and more than 400 injured when a gunman opened fire on a country music festival in Las Vegas Strip on Sunday, raining down bullets from the 32nd floor of a hotel for several minutes before shooting himself dead, according to police.
Heroic Citizens Drive Las Vegas Shooting Victims to the Hospital And Save Lives
“Heroes are stepping up and getting people there, because minutes count,†Dr. Agus said on CBS News of citizens driving victims of a mass shooting during a country music festival in Las Vegas Strip to the hospital.
House Republicans To Vote On Loosening Restrictions On Gun Silencers After Las Vegas Shooting
House Republicans are scheduled to vote on a bill this week that would loosen restrictions on gun silencers. It will be interesting to see if that vote still takes place after the worst mass shooting in US history occurred in Las Vegas.
Trump Refuses To Call The Worst Mass Shooting In US History Domestic Terrorism
The worst mass shooting in US history took place at a country music festival in Las Vegas, and a President who has been quick to label other attacks terrorism has refused to call the actions of the white shooter domestic terrorism.