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Rhiannon12866
Rhiannon12866's Journal
Rhiannon12866's Journal
August 10, 2018
Georgia Democratic gubernatorial nominee Stacey Abrams discusses her passion for criminal justice reform and her effort to get more people of color registered to vote.
Franklin's 50th Peanuts Anniversary
In honor of the 50th anniversary of Franklin being introduced as the first black Peanuts character, Trevor and Roy Wood Jr. break down some of the character’s most cringeworthy appearances.
The Daily Show: Guest Stacey Abrams - "Minority Leader" and a Historic Race for Governor in Georgia
Georgia Democratic gubernatorial nominee Stacey Abrams discusses her passion for criminal justice reform and her effort to get more people of color registered to vote.
Franklin's 50th Peanuts Anniversary
In honor of the 50th anniversary of Franklin being introduced as the first black Peanuts character, Trevor and Roy Wood Jr. break down some of the character’s most cringeworthy appearances.
August 9, 2018
CNN's Chief White House Correspondent Jim Acosta says that none of his colleagues, from CNN to Fox News, from anchors to journalists who report from warzones, are the enemy of the people.
Stephen Colbert - Guest Jim Acosta: From CNN To Fox News, No Journalist Is The Enemy
CNN's Chief White House Correspondent Jim Acosta says that none of his colleagues, from CNN to Fox News, from anchors to journalists who report from warzones, are the enemy of the people.
August 9, 2018
During a round of golf with Senator Lindsey Graham, the President pitched the idea of firing Robert Mueller not once, not twice, not three times not... okay, about twenty times.
The GOP Congressman Who Broke The Law At A Picnic
Getting indicted for insider trading is no picnic, unless you're New York Congressman Chris Collins, who was indicted for insider trading he conducted at a picnic.
Video Of The Wedding Stephen Ruined With Almond Milk
In July, Stephen challenged Late Show fans to incorporate the phrase 'an almond doesn't lactate' into their wedding vows. Viewer Paul Glassman did not disappoint.
The Trump Postcards: New Jersey Edition
Even while on vacation, Donald Trump stays in touch with his loved ones. And LeBron James.
Stephen Colbert - Monologue and Opening - 8/8/18
Trump Floated Firing Mueller 20 Times While GolfingDuring a round of golf with Senator Lindsey Graham, the President pitched the idea of firing Robert Mueller not once, not twice, not three times not... okay, about twenty times.
The GOP Congressman Who Broke The Law At A Picnic
Getting indicted for insider trading is no picnic, unless you're New York Congressman Chris Collins, who was indicted for insider trading he conducted at a picnic.
Video Of The Wedding Stephen Ruined With Almond Milk
In July, Stephen challenged Late Show fans to incorporate the phrase 'an almond doesn't lactate' into their wedding vows. Viewer Paul Glassman did not disappoint.
The Trump Postcards: New Jersey Edition
Even while on vacation, Donald Trump stays in touch with his loved ones. And LeBron James.
August 9, 2018
Despite their relatively rarity in the real world, carbon taxes are the subject of endless hype and discussion in the climate-policy world.
That hype was reinvigorated last year with the introduction of a carbon tax proposal from the Climate Leadership Council, a bipartisan group that boasts several prominent (retired) Republicans among its founding members, including James Baker and George Schultz, along with a number of fossil fuel companies.
Though it didn’t go anywhere — if you’ve checked in on Congress lately, you will understand why — the CLC proposal has taken on a kind of elevated status in Washington, DC. It is now viewed as the model of what a bipartisan carbon tax should look like, should such a thing should ever become politically viable. (Weirder things have happened.)
But hang on. The CLC pitches its proposal on the premise that it will appeal to the broadest possible swathe of the public, across partisan lines. Is that true? Does it actually line up with public preferences?
Turns out, maybe not.
Designing a carbon tax requires answering two core policy questions. First, how much money should it raise? And second, how should the money be spent?
Much more: https://inivos11.blogspot.com/2018/08/americans-are-willing-to-pay-177-year.html
Americans are willing to pay $177 a year to avoid climate change
And they want the money spent on clean energy.Despite their relatively rarity in the real world, carbon taxes are the subject of endless hype and discussion in the climate-policy world.
That hype was reinvigorated last year with the introduction of a carbon tax proposal from the Climate Leadership Council, a bipartisan group that boasts several prominent (retired) Republicans among its founding members, including James Baker and George Schultz, along with a number of fossil fuel companies.
Though it didn’t go anywhere — if you’ve checked in on Congress lately, you will understand why — the CLC proposal has taken on a kind of elevated status in Washington, DC. It is now viewed as the model of what a bipartisan carbon tax should look like, should such a thing should ever become politically viable. (Weirder things have happened.)
But hang on. The CLC pitches its proposal on the premise that it will appeal to the broadest possible swathe of the public, across partisan lines. Is that true? Does it actually line up with public preferences?
Turns out, maybe not.
Designing a carbon tax requires answering two core policy questions. First, how much money should it raise? And second, how should the money be spent?
Much more: https://inivos11.blogspot.com/2018/08/americans-are-willing-to-pay-177-year.html
August 9, 2018
Seth takes a closer look at the indictment of one of President Trump's closest congressional backers and the trial of his ex-campaign chairman heating up.
Seth Meyers - Chris Collins, Trump's Earliest Congressional Backer, Indicted: A Closer Look
Seth takes a closer look at the indictment of one of President Trump's closest congressional backers and the trial of his ex-campaign chairman heating up.
August 9, 2018
Former Secretary of State of Missouri Jason Kander talks about what it was like to be the first millennial elected to statewide office, his progressive politics and whether or not Democrats should try and flip Trump voters.
Seth Meyers: Guest Jason Kander on Whether or Not Democrats Should Try and Flip Trump Voters
Former Secretary of State of Missouri Jason Kander talks about what it was like to be the first millennial elected to statewide office, his progressive politics and whether or not Democrats should try and flip Trump voters.
August 9, 2018
Despite the Trump administration’s campaign promise to focus on illegal immigration, White House Senior Advisor Stephen Miller is crafting a plan to limit legal immigrants’ access to citizenship and green cards, especially for those who have used public assistance.
Melania Trump Is So Over It - Between The Scenes
Trevor looks at how Melania Trump is slyly undercutting her husband’s feuds.
The Daily Show: Team Trump's Plot to Block Legal Immigrants from Citizenship
Despite the Trump administration’s campaign promise to focus on illegal immigration, White House Senior Advisor Stephen Miller is crafting a plan to limit legal immigrants’ access to citizenship and green cards, especially for those who have used public assistance.
Melania Trump Is So Over It - Between The Scenes
Trevor looks at how Melania Trump is slyly undercutting her husband’s feuds.
August 8, 2018
Senator Cory Booker discusses the Supreme Court vacancy, the importance of participation leading up to the midterms, and his aspiration for 2020.
Stephen Colbert: Guest Senator Cory Booker Is Running In 2020... For Something
Senator Cory Booker discusses the Supreme Court vacancy, the importance of participation leading up to the midterms, and his aspiration for 2020.
August 8, 2018
Richard Gates was supposed to be the key witness in Paul Manafort's trail. That was before the surprise appearance of 'Secret Richard Gates.'
How Donald Trump Butted Into Ohio's Special Election
Donald Trump visited Ohio to make a late push for the Republican in the 12th congressional district special election and it's still unclear who invited him.
Tuck Buckford Will Not Be Silenced
Conspiracy radio broadcaster Tuck Buckford expresses outrage over Silicon Valley's decision to remove his show 'Brain Fight' from mainstream platforms.
'Friends' Theme Song, Manafort/Gates Edition
So no one told Paul Manafort life was going to be this wayyy... (clap clap clap clap).
Stephen Colbert - Monologue and Opening - 8/7/18
Rick Gates: Confessions, Infidelity, And 'WTF'Richard Gates was supposed to be the key witness in Paul Manafort's trail. That was before the surprise appearance of 'Secret Richard Gates.'
How Donald Trump Butted Into Ohio's Special Election
Donald Trump visited Ohio to make a late push for the Republican in the 12th congressional district special election and it's still unclear who invited him.
Tuck Buckford Will Not Be Silenced
Conspiracy radio broadcaster Tuck Buckford expresses outrage over Silicon Valley's decision to remove his show 'Brain Fight' from mainstream platforms.
'Friends' Theme Song, Manafort/Gates Edition
So no one told Paul Manafort life was going to be this wayyy... (clap clap clap clap).
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