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The economic impact of the Gaza war is probably tiny

2 years 8 months ago
From the New York Times: Fears that Israel’s expanding military operations in Gaza could escalate into a regional conflict are clouding the global economy’s outlook, threatening to dampen growth and reignite a rise in energy and food prices. ....“This is the first time that we’ve had two energy shocks at the same time,” said Indermit ...continue reading "The economic impact of the Gaza war is probably tiny"
Kevin Drum

Corrupt LA Cops Saddle The City With More Lost Convictions

2 years 8 months ago
The LAPD’s handling of gang violence hasn’t gone well. For years, gang task forces roamed the city, violating rights repeatedly. Adding insult to these injuries, the city spent millions funding a predictive policing program that did little more than encourage biased policing. Then there’s the LAPD’s gang database, a horrendous mess filled with people designated […]
Tim Cushing

Why are Republicans supporting Tommy Tuberville?

2 years 8 months ago
Senators of all stripes, even Republicans, are getting fed up with Tommy Tuberville's hold on hundreds of military promotions. Tonight it all spilled out: Republican senators angrily challenged Sen. Tommy Tuberville on his blockade of almost 400 military officers Wednesday evening, taking over the Senate floor for hours to call for individual confirmation votes after ...continue reading "Why are Republicans supporting Tommy Tuberville?"
Kevin Drum