Category Archives: Trump

It’s Time For an Apology from the GOP

Posted on September 4, 2017 by David Posnett

Published in The East Hampton Star Dear David:   Republicans owe America an apology. Sadly, we have arrived at a point at which the White House, the political crown jewel that the GOP so ardently sought, is in disarray, which … Continue reading →

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Where the truth lies in Donald Trump’s tax reform pitch

Posted on August 31, 2017 by David Posnett

During a speech on tax reform on Wednesday, President Donald Trump recalled memories of President Ronald Reagan’s rewrite of the tax code in the 1980s. “In 1986, Ronald Reagan led the world by cutting our corporate tax rate to 34%,” … Continue reading →

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Trump Just Got Slapped In The Face; Landslide Win For Democrats In Fairfax County Tonight

Posted on August 30, 2017 by David Posnett

Posted on Daily Kos By ursulafaw Tuesday Aug 29, 2017 “WTF?! The KKK guy didn’t win and the black woman did?” I wrote a few days ago that Fairfax County Virginia is ground zero in the fight against racism and … Continue reading →

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Trump’s Revenge

Posted on August 29, 2017 by David Posnett

The president’s pardon of Joe Arpaio is revolting for many reasons. Most disgusting of all is that he did it to torment anyone who doesn’t support him. Slate.com By Michelle Goldberg Donald Trump gives a thumbs up to supporters at … Continue reading →

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Trump nominated a climate denier as USDA chief scientist — here’s why that matters

Posted on August 29, 2017 by David Posnett

Salon.com — MONDAY, AUG 28, 2017  Democrats vow to fight Sam Clovis, who isn’t a scientist and whose ignorant views threaten our food supply AMANDA MARCOTTE In all the Donald Trump-created chaos, it might seem a little odd at first … Continue reading →

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Arpaio is a Really Bad Hombre

Posted on August 27, 2017 by David Posnett

From Paul Clements (running for Congress in Kalamazoo MI) Friday, the President announced that he had pardoned notorious Sheriff Joe Arpaio on his conviction for contempt of court. When I first heard the news, I called it “a travesty” and … Continue reading →

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The Trouble With Ivanka’s Business Partner

Posted on August 27, 2017 by David Posnett

From Politico The first daughter’s longtime friend and associate is falling afoul of his creditors—and the courts. By BEN SCHRECKINGER | August 27, 2017 His vendors call him a “career grifter.” His father’s creditors claim he’s a fraud and a … Continue reading →

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The Open Internet Rule expands online streaming video options

Posted on August 21, 2017 by David Posnett

From  BROOKINGS.EDU/TECHTANK Tom Wheeler  Tuesday, August 15, 2017 The front-page story in The Wall Street Journal announced, “Walt Disney Co. just became the biggest cord-cutter Hollywood has ever seen.” The iconic company announced it was starting two online streaming services that will … Continue reading →

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The G.O.P. Kool-Aid

Posted on August 19, 2017 by David Posnett

From The East Hampton Star – letters to the editor East Hampton, August 13, 2017 Dear David: Republicans owe America an apology. Sadly, we have arrived at a point at which the White House, the political crown jewel that the … Continue reading →

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Devoid of Emotion & Supported by Zeldin

Posted on August 19, 2017 by David Posnett

From the East Hampton Star (letter to the editor) Devoid of Emotion Springs, August 14, 2017 To the Editor: Impeach him. Trump was oddly devoid of emotion as he read his statement after Charlottesville. Where was his outrage? He lashes … Continue reading →

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