New York Skyline from the Staten Island Ferry at midnight, and I took this!
I love New York and all that goes with it! I miss it tremendously, and today most of all as another brilliant New York Judge put the rapist president’s lawyer in his place with 4 words, “Please have a seat.” Thank you, Judge Juan Merchan, you are a credit to the bench. I look forward to the predicted 2 to 3 week trial starting March 25th, of which you will preside fairly and calmly. And mostly, as I write this Thursday, the monologue of Stephen Colbert this evening.
Judges need to know their stuff, and cases completed promptly.
This is unlike the sham going on with aileen canon in florida. She is risking people’s lives in her rulings. I wonder how much longer Jack Smith, a 1991 summa cum laude graduate of State University of Oneonta, New York, and later Harvard grad, will endure training this woman before he requests she be removed. As I said a couple months back there is a traffic court judge position waiting for her. This week alone she’s allowing the release of two dozen witnesses identities exposing them to untold risks.
Think with all this craziness a little craziness thrown her way may be in order..
Wanted: American to promote russian values and infiltrate their democracy.
Skills: Background in brain washing and undermining democracy. Preferably one in a former position at fox news or newsmax. Able to convince dumb Americans that their country is no good, and russia, and russians are the supreme beings on the planet. Those with skills in hacking also considered. Loyalty to putin a must or else we will poison you or throw you out a window. Only republicans need apply. Salary commiserate with skills. Must be able to handle a weapon and extreme cold weather if we have to send you to siberia if this does not work out.
Pay: to be determined based on performance and loyalty and a percentage of the hacked monies.
Thursday I watched 45 minutes of the Fani Willis impeachment trial. Did you? Recap.. Fani went on a couple trips with a suitor who was contract staff, and she paid her way.
In this trial 6 or more lawyers defended their faulty case. And who paid them? The farmers of iowa under the guise of giving a campaign donation. Fun stuff!!
$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$
They think they are contributing to the rapist’s campaign, but, actually are paying for his lawsuits. Wait till he gets that awful singer of a daughter in law in the rnc chair. And it ain’t $70,000 worth of flowers that are a concern. It’s $50 million or more in legal fees paid, and assured for her dad in law. But then one wonders how much money the rapist actually has???????????
Back to the farmer’s of the mid-west… they really need to teach campaign finance at those Future Farmers of America meetings. And isn’t it sad, such hard working folks are brainwashed? At least New Yorker’s learned early on what he is. However, these folks continue to give, rather than put those monies in a blossoming 401k due to Bidenomics. But, one thing I’ve learned deprogramming cult followers is almost impossible, so reality based Americans need to rise up. Glad that was done recently in Queens, when New Yorker’s rose to the occasion traveling through a snow storm to vote. Thanks, guys, my $5 a month donation had a great ROI – 8 points.
As I write am sure the rapist’s campaign fundraising email is already sent. he makes oodles off these events. It will state the improprieties of Fani, which, of course, there are none. They probably have a pre-programmed template by now and just plug in dates with names since there are so many cases to collect donations from. Not to mention the free air time from his visits to all the court cases. Gosh, he doesn’t even have to do campaign commercials with all the free air time. Aren’t you sick of him?
And we all know this is only an effort to delay the Georgia trial, or get Fani booted off the case, or fired, more delay tactics. And if she looses it may work out for her as I’m sure there is a hot seat waiting for her as an MSNBC commentator. Think of the money Fani.. $$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$. No more lousey public servant salary……….
This sham trial reminds me of the Clinton impeachment case. Recently, my 40 plus year old daughter said to me, “They impeached him for a blow job!” And what was I to say, but, yes. Isn’t it ridiculous all this time, and money wasted when Ukrainians are running out of bullets to fight russia and putin is busily trying to figure ways to blow our satellites out of the sky to destroy our electrical grid. However, that’s the federal level.
And on the Georgia level, they really need to clean up their correction officer problems as well as their unsavory prisons. But, maybe that can be something Rudy can do when he’s incarcerated in Georgia as despite the delay tactics he’s got a bed waiting for him in the not so distant future. Hope hair dye is on the Commissary Buy Sheet.
In the meantime the house has decided to take a 2 week recess. I wonder what they will learn from their constituents when returning to their home turf?? Let’s hope they get whipped*, and do you think they can grow a spine in 2 weeks returning to vote for Ukrainian aid? One can dream…
And as for Fani, honey enjoy your single life, and stay away from bad boyfriends.
You deserve so much better.
Get a dog if you are lonely. They provide much better companionship.
What a dear Rocco is, and he’ll protect you unlike those bad boyfriends.
*On second thought with all the repub sex scandals of late they might enjoy the whipping. And even maga mike christian as he says he is into porn. Didn’t know that was in the Bible… Go figure!
And quite frankly it’s Valentine’s Day, my favorite holiday next to Thanksgiving as I love turkey, dressing, and all those creature comfort foods as my primary mainstay. But returning to Valentine’s Day, while I doubt anyone loves me to tell the truth, I don’t care. Glad to be an independent woman who can provide for herself, and not have a noose around my neck called a MAN.
I must admit I acquired an amazing son in law this year, and I adore him. Here’s my two favorite males taking a walk in Brooklyn, father and son.
My cheese loving, milk drinking, originally from Minnesota son in law would be an amazing politician. Anyone who can put up with a crazed mother in law like I am is certainly on track for politics, maybe even the Presidency!
Again, I digress..
What this blog was to address was the pot being stirred on Matt Gaetz, as I like to call him the man with mean eyes, and a disposition to boot. His compadre, (and we aren’t talking tequila), is in prison for 11 years for sex trafficking young girls, and is currently spilling the beans on this jeffrey epstein wanna be. Apparently, all are cooperating, and maga matt could go up for 5 to 10. Sorry for the woman he married, Ginger Luckey, who ain’t too lucky, and he met at “church,” I assume while reading scripture.. But doesn’t that resound with all those fl christian types of late that got caught in sexual trysts. However, this is a new twist for those christians sex trafficking with under age girls.
What will they come up with next? And these folks are the proponents of banning books, adversaries of LBGTQ rights, female health care, and God forbid if you cuss or have a glass of wine in their presence.
As the women I used to work with in North Carolina would say, “They beat you up on Saturday night, and we all go to church on Sunday morning.” Sorry, I never asked how they covered the bruises or damaged limbs. For another blog…
Of course maga matt comes from big real estate money in southern fl so we shall see if dad can buy him off on this one, or if he gets a sweet deal like his wanna be.
Since I can’t afford my Medicare anymore, applied for Social Security. I have had Medicare for several years as I acquired a disability, but, forfeited my Social Security and did travel nursing to pay the bills. Since I can no longer stand nursing, (and it’s the staff, not the patients), bit the bullet.
I just finished writing him again at the White House with campaign ideas – and I already got a response!
Thanks, Joe.
If you have any ideas write Joe, he likes to feel needed and have all of us involved.
I digress, I know I’m old now, so this is allowed…
Did the process on line, and it was easy. The hardest part was ensuring I was on the correct Social Security site which comes with the official emblem which you are not allowed to copy. However the web site is https://www.ssa.gov/
I am a year and a half over the 100% mark for receiving benefits. Doubt they will reimburse for the year and a half, but best I do it now before snarky florida rick scott ends benefits. He who stole millions from Medicaid, and is senator from the state with the greatest senior population is attempting to end social security. This stuff you can’t make up, but it’s true.
And how did he ever get elected? Twice governor, and a senator! I’ll never forget sitting in Orlando Airport seeing him – as you can’t miss him 6’5″, bald, and a face only a mother could love. Well, I knew who he was but wouldn’t acknowledge him. Especially since he had said AOC should go back to bartending the day before. Well, he walked back and forth to the bathroom from the gate waiting area 3 times. I thought he had a problem, then I realized he wanted someone to recognize him.
NO ONE DID!
Now, this is a man who, let me repeat, was gov of florida two terms, and currently a us senator, and no one knew who he was, or acknowledged him in all places Orlando Airport! Anyone who has ever been to Mickey Land knows how busy that place is. Finally after a half an hour wait someone said hello to him. Was grateful for that as he was wearing out the flooring between the gate and the bathroom.
How the hell does anyone get elected when no one recognizes him?
Walked to work in 22 degree below zero wind chill. It was frigid, and my face stung, but as I walked I felt happy even though I know I have a condo in sunny florida where I would not be facing these weather threats. Some folks will think me nuts, and I give them that, but being from the North, and knowing the politics of the south it is terrifying to live there.
When I moved south I met a woman raised south. She told me they were taught the reason for the Civil War was the south wanted to split from the North. There was no mention of slavery, or black peoples rights in the equation or teaching. Now 200 years later the current administration in florida is pushing the same premise blocking the teaching of black history, the ability of black people to vote. etc….. And why? To strive for white supremacy when as National Geographic Magazine has stated that by 2050, (if not sooner), we will be an American culture of caramel colored folk.
Besides creating extreme angst in my soul over these republican actions, it is scary and our Democracy continues to be at risk.
So in the meantime I will hang out in the North and enjoy the snow.
Maybe the sunshine is causing these adverse thoughts?
As of this writing this campaign continues. Our Government is not working, and leadership is in limbo to coin a phrase from CBS news. And for those Stephen Colbert fans his monologue is becoming funnier and funnier. Tune in for a laugh, a real belly one.
One good thing from this debacle is women have rose to the challenge.
Cheryl Johnson – This African American woman with a law degree from Howard, and a long history of government service has held this job for 4 years. In the absence of a House leader she is in charge, and has effectively run this proceeding ensuring decorum. While her usual duties is certifying bills and delivering messages to the Senate her role has exponentially grown. Those additional degrees in communication and journalism have kicked in to carry her in this new role, and as former Director of Government Relations at the Smithsonian Museum she certainly will go down in history.
Patty Murphy – A Democrat from the State of Washington is in succession to the Presidency after the Vice President in the absence of a Speaker of the House. On Tuesday she became the first female Senate president pro tempore, the second-highest-ranking position in the chamber. This 72 year old gal was recently elected to her 6th term, and in internet articles she is quoted as feeling the gravity of this position. Glad someone is. Thanks, Cheryl and Patty.
On this 5th anniversary I am reflecting on my personal Me-Too situation. While I would like to say congratulations, as they are in order, perhaps simply acknowledging the milestone is more appropriate.
I was affected by the actions of a physician boss who when I did not respond to his requests ruined my New York City hospital administration career, and I was fired. To support myself I returned to staff nursing.
While working as a staff nurse I continued interviewing for administrative positions until a human resource manager revealed that the hospital human resources is a connected one. He stated human resource staff call around to their community of human resources staff about candidates.
A mere phone call destroys any candidate.
So while laws protect no law can protect against the phone.
While angered by this human resource manager’s honesty I accepted my plight. I no longer submitted resumes, and continued as a staff nurse. I accepted my destroyed career. Eventually, a disability created an early retirement age, and I became a blogger. Ha!Ha!
At times I wonder what became of that vandal who stole my career, however, I change my thoughts.
Interesting all the problems the House is having electing a Speaker. Guess kevin mc carthy is going into Day 3 without a gavel. There are several potential bridesmaids in waiting. Here they are:
Jim Jordan – he doesn’t want the role and quite frankly I am grateful. It is the one smart thing this guy has ever done. he isn’t capable, and lingering history from his Ohio wrestling coach days are still alive. Look it up. What a miscarriage of justice he did to those young men he was to protect.
Steve Scalise – Louisiana – recall he was the one gunned down at a DC baseball game. I always recall meeting a senior from his district outside a Broadway play in NYC. She had nothing but animosity for the man stating he got the best health care in the world after his injuries but wouldn’t allow his constituents to have Medicaid. That says it all.
Byron Donalds – a black man from Florida in his infancy in the House but got 20 votes thus far. He’s 44, and born in Brooklyn so he has two things in his favor. Started his career in Florida State House in 2016. Promising.
Fred Upton – though retired in 2023 has a long history of competent governance, and would probably be the best choice, however, is a long shot but with this craziness one never knows. After the strong leadership by Nancy there needs someone who wants to govern rather than investigate.
What will it be – Ohio, Louisiana, Florida, or Michigan as we sure know it isn’t going to be..
However, if mc carthy wants this so badly he’ll need to go to the Dems and here’s what they want:
An abortion bill passed
Passage on budget extension bills – no closing of government
No investigations of Dems and prior legislation
And these are the only known items on their agenda.
With 7000 boxes of pizza being delivered tonight, it is going to be one long night and who knows if anything will be accomplished.
To date, Florida taxpayers have had to pay nearly $17 million to defend Ron DeSantis’ culture war agenda in the courts. He’s lost far more than he’s won.
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