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Rhiannon12866
Rhiannon12866's Journal
Rhiannon12866's Journal
April 29, 2021
Fox News stirs outrage about Biden threatening Americans red meat consumption, Vice President Harris children's book being handed out at the border, and Biden wearing a mask while on a Zoom call.
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The Daily Show: Scandal Alert! Biden's Red Meat Mandate & Kamala's Children's Book
Fox News stirs outrage about Biden threatening Americans red meat consumption, Vice President Harris children's book being handed out at the border, and Biden wearing a mask while on a Zoom call.
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April 29, 2021
The 2020 U.S. Census numbers shake up the House of Representatives and reveal a startling decline in rates of population growth.
The Daily Show - 2020 Census Results: Low Population Growth & A House Seat Shuffle
The 2020 U.S. Census numbers shake up the House of Representatives and reveal a startling decline in rates of population growth.
April 28, 2021
Senator Amy Klobuchar reflects on the January 6th insurrection, how she plans to make sure it never happens again, and the importance of breaking up modern day monopolies, which she writes about in her new book, "Antitrust."
Stephen Colbert: Guest Senator Amy Klobuchar
Sen. Klobuchar Is Still Angry With Senators Hawley And Cruz For Supporting The InsurrectionSenator Amy Klobuchar reflects on the January 6th insurrection, how she plans to make sure it never happens again, and the importance of breaking up modern day monopolies, which she writes about in her new book, "Antitrust."
April 28, 2021
Early in the pandemic, conservative activists chose to make mask-wearing a wedge issue to fire up their base. The repercussions are still being felt, from the Fox News studios in New York City to the Temecula, California city council chamber, and many places in between.
Kim Kardashian Or Caitlyn Jenner, Who Should Run California?
Republicans in California have forced a runoff election between sitting Governor Gavin Newsom and a growing field of GOP wannabes including Caitlyn Jenner and Randy Quaid. Stephen thinks they're overlooking the obvious choice: Kim K.
Explorers Crash Rick Santorum's Whitewashing Speech
When Rick Santorum delivered a speech full of white-washed lies about Native American culture, colonizers crash the scene.
Ingenuity's Fourth Flight Wasn't As Smooth As The Others
Good news: the chopper found life on Mars. Bad news: it's stuck in it.
Stephen Colbert - Monologue and Opening - 4/27/21
Mask-Holes Like Tucker Carlson Undermine Efforts To End The PandemicEarly in the pandemic, conservative activists chose to make mask-wearing a wedge issue to fire up their base. The repercussions are still being felt, from the Fox News studios in New York City to the Temecula, California city council chamber, and many places in between.
Kim Kardashian Or Caitlyn Jenner, Who Should Run California?
Republicans in California have forced a runoff election between sitting Governor Gavin Newsom and a growing field of GOP wannabes including Caitlyn Jenner and Randy Quaid. Stephen thinks they're overlooking the obvious choice: Kim K.
Explorers Crash Rick Santorum's Whitewashing Speech
When Rick Santorum delivered a speech full of white-washed lies about Native American culture, colonizers crash the scene.
Ingenuity's Fourth Flight Wasn't As Smooth As The Others
Good news: the chopper found life on Mars. Bad news: it's stuck in it.
April 28, 2021
The connection between climate change and our national security challenges is increasingly clear U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken warns that the U.S. is facing its biggest test on the climate crisis.
Antony Blinken Warns U.S. Faces Its Biggest Test on Climate - NowThis News
The connection between climate change and our national security challenges is increasingly clear U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken warns that the U.S. is facing its biggest test on the climate crisis.
April 28, 2021
Rachel Maddow looks at how Donald Trump supporters arrested in connection with the January 6 insurrection at the Capitol are having their legal arguments for release ahead of trial turned upside down as Trump clings to claims of a stolen election and continues to encourage followers to attack the legitimacy of Joe Biden's presidency. Aired on 04/27/2021.
GOP Incapable Of Assailing Biden Agenda Resort To Made-Up Controversies - Rachel Maddow - MSNBC
Rachel Maddow looks at the bizarre collection of false crises and sidebar stories that have become a fixation for Republicans instead of any substantive opposition to the actual legislation and governing decisions President Joe Biden is advancing. Aired on 04/27/2021.
Trump's Inability To Accept Election Loss Is A Legal Drag For Some Capitol Riot Defendants - TRMS
Rachel Maddow looks at how Donald Trump supporters arrested in connection with the January 6 insurrection at the Capitol are having their legal arguments for release ahead of trial turned upside down as Trump clings to claims of a stolen election and continues to encourage followers to attack the legitimacy of Joe Biden's presidency. Aired on 04/27/2021.
GOP Incapable Of Assailing Biden Agenda Resort To Made-Up Controversies - Rachel Maddow - MSNBC
Rachel Maddow looks at the bizarre collection of false crises and sidebar stories that have become a fixation for Republicans instead of any substantive opposition to the actual legislation and governing decisions President Joe Biden is advancing. Aired on 04/27/2021.
April 28, 2021
White House sources are telling NBC News that when Biden gives his address to a joint session of Congress that key portions will speak to racial justice and policing in America. We discuss with Carol Leonnig, Melissa Murray, and Ashley Parker. Aired on 04/27/2021.
Biden Speech To Congress To Address Policing And Racial Justice - The 11th Hour - MSNBC
White House sources are telling NBC News that when Biden gives his address to a joint session of Congress that key portions will speak to racial justice and policing in America. We discuss with Carol Leonnig, Melissa Murray, and Ashley Parker. Aired on 04/27/2021.
April 28, 2021
House Majority Whip Jim Clyburn (D-SC) joins Lawrence ODonnell to discuss the impact of the census on the Democratic majority in the House and the Democrats plan for selling President Bidens infrastructure package to the American people. Rep. Clyburn says, You arent gonna pay for infrastructure by clipping coupons out of the Sunday paper. We got to make investments in this. Aired on 04/27/2021.
Rep. Clyburn: Democrats Will 'Surprise A Lot Of People After Redistricting' - The Last Word - MSNBC
House Majority Whip Jim Clyburn (D-SC) joins Lawrence ODonnell to discuss the impact of the census on the Democratic majority in the House and the Democrats plan for selling President Bidens infrastructure package to the American people. Rep. Clyburn says, You arent gonna pay for infrastructure by clipping coupons out of the Sunday paper. We got to make investments in this. Aired on 04/27/2021.
April 28, 2021
The CDC updated its guidance to say that fully vaccinated folks can go outside without masks, except for in crowds. Dr. Fauci says, The message that I see in that is: get vaccinated. Aired on 04/27/2021.
Dr. Fauci Promises To 'Destroy' Chris Hayes In One-On-One Basketball - All In - MSNBC
If youre vaccinated, and Im vaccinated, we can play a pick-up game tomorrow. Ill probably destroy you, but thats okay, Dr. Fauci tells Chris Hayes, discussing the Covid safety of being schooled on the court. Aired on 04/27/2021.
Dr. Fauci On New CDC Outdoor Mask Guidance: More Of A Reason To 'Get Vaccinated' - All In - MSNBC
The CDC updated its guidance to say that fully vaccinated folks can go outside without masks, except for in crowds. Dr. Fauci says, The message that I see in that is: get vaccinated. Aired on 04/27/2021.
Dr. Fauci Promises To 'Destroy' Chris Hayes In One-On-One Basketball - All In - MSNBC
If youre vaccinated, and Im vaccinated, we can play a pick-up game tomorrow. Ill probably destroy you, but thats okay, Dr. Fauci tells Chris Hayes, discussing the Covid safety of being schooled on the court. Aired on 04/27/2021.
April 28, 2021
Prosecutors Jerry Blackwell and Steve Schleicher join Lawrence ODonnell to discuss why they were cautiously optimistic that the jury would make the decision to convict Derek Chauvin for the murder of George Floyd. Aired on 04/27/2021.
Prosecutors Speak To Lawrence After Chauvin Murder Conviction - The Last Word - MSNBC
Prosecutors Jerry Blackwell and Steve Schleicher join Lawrence ODonnell to discuss the impact of key witnesses like Darnella Frazier on the jurys decision to convict Derek Chauvin for the murder of George Floyd. Aired on 04/27/2021.
Attorneys Say Joining Chauvin Prosecution Was A 'Moral Moment' - The Last Word - MSNBC
Jerry Blackwell and Steve Schleicher, who led the team that successfully prosecuted Derek Chauvin for the murder of George Floyd, join Lawrence ODonnell to discuss why they decided to join the case pro bono. Blackwell said its important to do what you can for the cause of good and right, and Schleicher said at some point you owe something back to the state thats been so good to you. Aired on 04/27/2021.
Chauvin Trial Prosecutors React To Guilty Verdict - The Last Word - MSNBC
Prosecutors Jerry Blackwell and Steve Schleicher join Lawrence ODonnell to discuss why they were cautiously optimistic that the jury would make the decision to convict Derek Chauvin for the murder of George Floyd. Aired on 04/27/2021.
Prosecutors Speak To Lawrence After Chauvin Murder Conviction - The Last Word - MSNBC
Prosecutors Jerry Blackwell and Steve Schleicher join Lawrence ODonnell to discuss the impact of key witnesses like Darnella Frazier on the jurys decision to convict Derek Chauvin for the murder of George Floyd. Aired on 04/27/2021.
Attorneys Say Joining Chauvin Prosecution Was A 'Moral Moment' - The Last Word - MSNBC
Jerry Blackwell and Steve Schleicher, who led the team that successfully prosecuted Derek Chauvin for the murder of George Floyd, join Lawrence ODonnell to discuss why they decided to join the case pro bono. Blackwell said its important to do what you can for the cause of good and right, and Schleicher said at some point you owe something back to the state thats been so good to you. Aired on 04/27/2021.
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