Encore of Revival: America, August 19, 2019

The nation is polarizing even more. The anti-Israel sentiment from some members of Congress is only one part. The Russianewsgategate scandal surfaces more evidence every day, but no one changes heart or mind on the matter. Portland protests have the same non-effect on persuading people to change sides, only mobilizing everyone.

Chris Cuomo is grossly annoyed by Limbaugh’s nickname for him. Perhaps he thinks he’s the only one allowed to get offended. Senator Lindsey “Gramnesty” wore his like a badge of honor and Andrea “Tarantula” Tantaros welcomed Rush as a guest on her show to explain the good humor of it all. At this point, it’s unlikely Rush will be able to grace the ratings of Chris, who seems to be the only one with a nickname the rest of us aren’t allowed to use.

While protests and extreme voices raise their volume, the only thing provoking people to switch sides are Liberals in the spotlight. It’s not all—neither those in the spotlight or those switching sides. But, some of the dumber and loudest among the Left have made themselves such an embarrassment that many social-minded voters are starting to think that they will get more social justice from the Right.

The election has always been and remains in Trump’s favor. China will lose the trade war, as well as the other war it was always going to instigate. Gun laws and abortion laws will strengthen in both directions. While the Right seems to have the advantage for now, neither Right nor Left has any clear path towards domination, only further polarity. There’s no stopping it. Buckle up, grab your popcorn, and stay safe.

Congress

Senate Dems deliver stunning warning to Supreme Court: ‘Heal’ or face restructuring // Fox News

White House

Trump’s national security team purge is almost complete // CNN

Protests & Extremism

PRAGER: Meanwhile, This Is What LGBTQ Organizations Are Doing To Society // Daily Wire

At least 13 people arrested at Portland, Oregon, protest // AP

Washington as Usual

Russianewsgategate

Graham: IG’s report on Russia probe will be ‘ugly and damning’ for DOJ // Fox News

Sean Hannity: Sources say ‘most explosive’ part of DOJ review is about ‘outsourcing of illegal intelligence-gathering’ // WA Examiner

News Media & Journalism

‘His father would smack him’: Godfather star shames Chris Cuomo for Fredo rant // WA Examiner

Security

The Latest: Dayton shooter’s friend will stay in jail // AP

Soc Media, Econ, Tech

Trade war is raising the risk of US recession Goldman Sachs warns // MarketWatch

Whodunnit

Institutional inaction…
New senate report confirms the FBI was one of Nassar’s top enablers // Think Progress

Autopsy finds broken bones in Epstein’s neck, deepening questions around his death // Laredo Morning Times

You’re Kidding

‘Arrogant’ son pushes BMW given to him into river because he wanted a Jaguar // Fox News

The Isles

Boris Johnson to head to Paris and Berlin in bid to break Brexit deadlock // Guardian

Brexit: Hammond says PM’s demands ‘wreck’ chance of new deal // BBC News

Israel

Trump encourages Israel to ban Ilhan Omar and Rashida Tlaib // Axios

Inside Israel’s sensitive preparations for visit of Ilhan Omar and Rashida Tlaib // Axios

AIPAC breaks with Netanyahu over Omar-Tlaib decision // The Hill

Israel bars US congresswomen – with a nudge from Trump // AP