“If sex isn’t real, there’s no same-sex attraction. If sex isn’t real, the lived reality of women globally is erased. I know and love trans people, but erasing the concept of sex removes the ability of many to meaningfully discuss their lives. It isn’t hate to speak the truth,” she added. … [Read more...] about ‘Harry Potter’ spin-off held in contempt over J.K. Rowling’s transphobia
Woodwards book underscores trumps contempt for sessions
Portman’s exit underscores Republican identity crisis
The surprise retirement of Sen. Rob PortmanRobert (Rob) Jones PortmanTrump, allies raise pressure on Senate GOP ahead of impeachment Portman planned exit sets off Ohio free-for-all Tim Ryan says he's 'looking seriously' at running for Portman's Senate seat MORE (R-Ohio), a high-profile moderate who is close to the Bush family and Senate Republican Leader Mitch McConnellAddison (Mitch) Mitchell McConnellSchumer: Impeachment trial will be quick, doesn't need a lot of witnesses McConnell: Power-sharing deal can proceed after Manchin, Sinema back filibuster Budowsky: A Biden-McConnell state of emergency summit MORE (Ky.), is the latest sign of turmoil in the Republican Party as it wrestles with its identity in the post-Trump era. … [Read more...] about Portman’s exit underscores Republican identity crisis
Sarah Sanders Says Reports That Trump Called Fallen Soldiers ‘Losers’ Are ‘Malicious Lies’
"That's a call no president wants to make. In those moments, I saw the president's heart. And I also saw his commitment to the men and women of our great military. That story couldn't be further from the truth. This is a president that loves our country and will do anything to fight to protect it." … [Read more...] about Sarah Sanders Says Reports That Trump Called Fallen Soldiers ‘Losers’ Are ‘Malicious Lies’
COVID-19: ‘Far too early’ for Britons to think about booking summer holidays. minister says
More from Covid-19 COVID-19: Surviving two weeks in a Chinese quarantine hotel COVID-19: Joe Biden hints at 1.5m jabs a day - but warns America's death toll could top 600,000 COVID-19: UK to share genomics know-how to help other countries identify new variants COVID-19: Announcement on mandatory hotel quarantine 'today', minister says Joe Biden overturns Trump ban on transgender people joining US military Scottish independence: UK vaccine programme a 'resoundingly powerful' argument for the Union, says Matt Hancock … [Read more...] about COVID-19: ‘Far too early’ for Britons to think about booking summer holidays. minister says
The Hill’s Morning Report – Biden argues for legislative patience, urgent action amid crisis
TODAY at 1 p.m.: “Modern Credit Systems, Alternative Data & the American Dream.” Headlining a conversation about modernizing the credit system are Suze Orman, John Hope Bryant, and Reps. Joyce BeattyJoyce Birdson BeattyOn The Money: Senate confirms Yellen as first female Treasury secretary | Biden says he's open to tighter income limits for stimulus checks | Administration will look to expedite getting Tubman on bill Portman planned exit sets off Ohio free-for-all Sorry Mr. Jackson, Tubman on the is real MORE (D-Ohio) and Patrick McHenryPatrick Timothy McHenryOn The Money: Senate confirms Yellen as first female Treasury secretary | Biden says he's open to tighter income limits for stimulus checks | Administration will look to expedite getting Tubman on bill The Hill's Morning Report - Biden: Focus on vaccine, virus, travel On The Money: Treasury announces efforts to help people get stimulus payments | Senate panel unanimously advances Yellen nomination for Treasury … [Read more...] about The Hill’s Morning Report – Biden argues for legislative patience, urgent action amid crisis
