Glenn Kirschner – Georgia DA Fani Willis takes important next step toward indicting Donald Trump for election crimes
The Lincoln Project – Presidential Citizens Medal Ceremony
MSNBC – Supreme Court hears case threatening workers’ rights
Farron Balanced – George Santos Paid Someone To Impersonate A Kevin McCarthy Staffer To Swindle Donors
Senior Pittie Gives Birth In Foster Mom’s Hand
Beau – Let’s talk about 2 years, Trump’s lawsuit, and medals….
Yesterday, to be honest, I concentrated on getting posts ready for today, tomorrow, and Monday – which means all three days will contain a lot of fluff.That’s probably fine – this is supposed to be a season of peace. If something horrendous (or stupendous) breaks, I’ll squeeze it in somehow. But I’ll be content if it ddoesn’t.
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Common Dreams – Record Number of US Cities, Counties, and States to Raise Minimum Wage in 2023
Quote – By the end of 2023, additional increases are planned in five states and 22 localities—with 21 reaching or topping $15 an hour—bringing the total for next year to 86: 27 states and 59 cities and counties, says the report, Raises From Coast to Coast in 2023. The totals take into account that multiple increases are planned in Michigan and four local jurisdictions. “The raises we are seeing are a true testament to the power of organizing,” said Yannet Lathrop, senior researcher and policy analyst at NELP, in a statement. “These raises were achieved in a variety of ways, from ballot initiatives to statehouses to workers making their demands to employers directly.”
Click through for details. At least it is something.
The Grio – McClellan wins Democratic nomination for Virginia US House seat
Quote – McClellan won the nomination with 23,661 votes in Tuesday’s firehouse primary over [State] Sen. Joe Morrissey, who netted just 3,782, and two other candidates. She will be the overwhelming favorite in the heavily Democratic 4th Congressional District when a special election is held Feb. 21.
Click through. The special election is February 21. No, this wouldn’t give us the House. But it couldn’t hirt.
Food For Thought
It’s a super-tired day here in the CatBox. I have no idea why, but, after sleeping just a couple hours last night, I woke up and could not fall asleep again. Tonight is a WWWendy night. After de-stinking the rancid TomCat, we’ll be gooping. Happy Hump Day to all.
Jig Zone Puzzle:
Today’s took me 3:16 (average 4:48). To do it, click here. Hoe did you do?
Cartoon:
I made this cartoon eight years ago. Republicans are still at it, but worse.
Trump* Virus Update:
Short Takes:
From YouTube (Raw Story Channel): Kamala Harris grills DNI nominee John Ratcliffe on Trump’s COVID-19 response [emphasis added]
That lying, goose-stepping, Republican Nazi Sycophant needs to change his name. As it stands, it’s an insult to Rats. RESIST!!
From YouTube (Daily Kos Channel): Essential Workers Deserve a Bill of Rights
While I fully agree that essential workers are heroes that need and deserve a Bill of Rights, I would take it one step further and cover ALL workers with a Bill of Rights! RESIST!!
From YouTube (a blast from the past): Wooden Ships – Crosby Stills Nash and Young
Ah… the memories! RESIST!!