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Rhiannon12866
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Rhiannon12866's Journal
November 22, 2020
As the holidays approach, millions of Americans are classified as “food insecure” because they can’t afford to feed themselves and their families. “We have seen the best of America during these dark days but rarely has it come from the nation’s capital,” Ali Velshi says. “It’s time for Congress to pass a second round of relief for those most in need.”
Ali Velshi: 'The United States Is The Richest Country In The World, Yet Millions Are Food Insecure'
As the holidays approach, millions of Americans are classified as “food insecure” because they can’t afford to feed themselves and their families. “We have seen the best of America during these dark days but rarely has it come from the nation’s capital,” Ali Velshi says. “It’s time for Congress to pass a second round of relief for those most in need.”
November 22, 2020
Mary Turner is an ICU nurse in Minnesota and has been on the frontlines since February. She recently had the chance to speak with President-elect Joe Biden. She is now feeling hopeful, saying, “I finally felt like I had someone I could say all my concerns to, and I felt President-Elect Biden could do something about it.”
Nurse On The Frontlines Speaks To President-Elect Biden: 'He Was Really Listening' - MSNBC
Mary Turner is an ICU nurse in Minnesota and has been on the frontlines since February. She recently had the chance to speak with President-elect Joe Biden. She is now feeling hopeful, saying, “I finally felt like I had someone I could say all my concerns to, and I felt President-Elect Biden could do something about it.”
November 21, 2020
Bill recaps the top stories of the week and gives a new monkier to this period of our history in his final monologue of 2020.
Michael Eric Dyson: Long Time Coming
Professor and author Michael Eric Dyson joins Bill to discuss white America's awakening to systemic racism, as described in his new book, "Long Time Coming: Reckoning with Race in America."
Dear Future Bill: A 2020 Retrospective
Bill records a message to his 100-year-old self to remind him what a strange, terrible, but ultimately memorable year 2020 has been.
New Rule: The Great Disappointment
In his final New Rule of 2020, Bill takes explores the striking similarities between Donald Trump and other infamous cult leaders.
And here's a "bootleg" version which includes the panel with Jon Meacham and Alex Wagner - which wasn't uploaded on the "official" site. This won't last long, but it was a good discussion:
Real Time with Bill Maher (HBO) - 11/20/20 (Season Finale)
2020: The F**keningBill recaps the top stories of the week and gives a new monkier to this period of our history in his final monologue of 2020.
Michael Eric Dyson: Long Time Coming
Professor and author Michael Eric Dyson joins Bill to discuss white America's awakening to systemic racism, as described in his new book, "Long Time Coming: Reckoning with Race in America."
Dear Future Bill: A 2020 Retrospective
Bill records a message to his 100-year-old self to remind him what a strange, terrible, but ultimately memorable year 2020 has been.
New Rule: The Great Disappointment
In his final New Rule of 2020, Bill takes explores the striking similarities between Donald Trump and other infamous cult leaders.
And here's a "bootleg" version which includes the panel with Jon Meacham and Alex Wagner - which wasn't uploaded on the "official" site. This won't last long, but it was a good discussion:
November 21, 2020
Jon Ossoff, Democratic candidate for U.S. Senate in Georgia, says reports of Sen. David Perdue’s (R-GA) use of a subcommittee appointment for stock market gains is “flagrant corruption.” He tells Lawrence O’Donnell it’s “common sense” to prevent senators from trading individual stock to ensure “officials serve us, we who elect them and pay their salaries, and not themselves.” Aired on 11/20/2020.
Jon Ossoff: Sen. Perdue Is 'Using His Office To Line His Own Pockets' - The Last Word - MSNBC
Jon Ossoff, Democratic candidate for U.S. Senate in Georgia, says reports of Sen. David Perdue’s (R-GA) use of a subcommittee appointment for stock market gains is “flagrant corruption.” He tells Lawrence O’Donnell it’s “common sense” to prevent senators from trading individual stock to ensure “officials serve us, we who elect them and pay their salaries, and not themselves.” Aired on 11/20/2020.
November 21, 2020
Rachel Maddow joins Lawrence O’Donnell to discuss the dangers of Covid-19 following her partner’s battle with the disease and urges Americans to protect the ones they love by social distancing over the holidays. Aired on 11/20/2020.
Lawrence O'Donnell Thanks Rachel Maddow For Her Powerful Covid-19 Message - The Last Word - MSNBC
Rachel Maddow joins Lawrence O’Donnell to discuss the dangers of Covid-19 following her partner’s battle with the disease and urges Americans to protect the ones they love by social distancing over the holidays. Aired on 11/20/2020.
November 21, 2020
Michael Moore talks about the outcome of the 2020 election, shares when he first met Joe Biden and discusses the effect COVID-19 had on Trump losing reelection.
Michael Moore Thinks Trump Defeated Himself in the 2020 Election
Michael Moore reflects on Joe Biden’s 2020 campaign, the Georgia runoff election and what worries him about Trump.
Seth Meyers: Joe Biden Was Starstruck Meeting Michael Moore
Michael Moore talks about the outcome of the 2020 election, shares when he first met Joe Biden and discusses the effect COVID-19 had on Trump losing reelection.
Michael Moore Thinks Trump Defeated Himself in the 2020 Election
Michael Moore reflects on Joe Biden’s 2020 campaign, the Georgia runoff election and what worries him about Trump.
November 21, 2020
Seth’s Favorite Jokes of the Week: Trump Claims Election Win, COVID-19 Vaccine
Seth's favorite jokes from the week of November 16.
Seth Meyers - Trump to Pardon Thanksgiving Turkey at White House - Monologue 11/19/20
Seth’s Favorite Jokes of the Week: Trump Claims Election Win, COVID-19 Vaccine
Seth's favorite jokes from the week of November 16.
November 21, 2020
Bill Gates discusses the state of the pandemic, how conspiracy theories have affected vaccine perception, the steps we can take to stop climate change, and his new podcast with Rashida Jones.
To help Meals on Wheels deliver food to elderly Americans especially in need due to the pandemic, please donate at https://dailyshow.com/MealsOnWheels
The Daily Social Distancing Show: Bill Gates - COVID Vaccines, Climate Change & A New Podcast
Bill Gates discusses the state of the pandemic, how conspiracy theories have affected vaccine perception, the steps we can take to stop climate change, and his new podcast with Rashida Jones.
To help Meals on Wheels deliver food to elderly Americans especially in need due to the pandemic, please donate at https://dailyshow.com/MealsOnWheels
November 21, 2020
Congresswoman Lucy McBath discusses Georgia’s evolution into a battleground state, working across the aisle in Congress and writing about losing her son to gun violence in “Standing Our Ground.”
To help Meals on Wheels deliver food to elderly Americans especially in need due to the pandemic, please donate at https://dailyshow.com/MealsOnWheels
The Daily Social Distancing Show: Rep. Lucy McBath - Changing Georgia & Turning Tragedy Into Action
Congresswoman Lucy McBath discusses Georgia’s evolution into a battleground state, working across the aisle in Congress and writing about losing her son to gun violence in “Standing Our Ground.”
To help Meals on Wheels deliver food to elderly Americans especially in need due to the pandemic, please donate at https://dailyshow.com/MealsOnWheels
November 21, 2020
From first-time cooks and overly fat turkeys to three-hour Zoom calls, here’s how coronavirus is changing Thanksgiving.
To help Meals on Wheels deliver food to elderly Americans especially in need due to the pandemic, please donate at https://dailyshow.com/MealsOnWheels
The Daily Social Distancing Show: How Are Americans Avoiding COVID This Thanksgiving?
From first-time cooks and overly fat turkeys to three-hour Zoom calls, here’s how coronavirus is changing Thanksgiving.
To help Meals on Wheels deliver food to elderly Americans especially in need due to the pandemic, please donate at https://dailyshow.com/MealsOnWheels
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