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Another Illegal Effort by Trump
Today in USA Today;
(continued in my first comment below)
In response to:
'Talk with your lawyer, Bill Barr:' Kamala Harris warns Trump against attempt to 'suppress the vote'
William Cummings, USA TODAY
USA TODAY May 26, 2020, 12:52 AM EDT
Sen. Kamala Harris tore into President Donald Trump Wednesday night for his threat to withhold federal funds from states over absentee ballots, warning such an act would be illegal.
"Mr. President, it is a federal crime to withhold money from states with the purpose of interfering with people's right to vote," the former California attorney general told MSNBC host Joy Reid.
"So, you may want to talk to your lawyer, Bill Barr, about that," Harris added, in an apparent swipe at the independence of Attorney General William Barr, whom critics have accused of acting more like the president's personal attorney than the nation's top law enforcement official.
On Wednesday morning, Trump said in a tweet that Michigan had sent millions of voters absentee ballots "illegally and without authorization by a rogue Secretary of State."
"I will ask to hold up funding to Michigan if they want to go down this Voter Fraud path!" wrote the president, who has railed against efforts to expand mail-in-voting in response to the coronavirus pandemic.
The president was referring to Michigan Secretary of State Jocelyn Benson's announcement on Tuesday that absentee ballot applications – not actual ballots – would be sent to all of the state's 7.7 million voters, giving them the option to receive a ballot in the mail to vote in the Aug. 4 primary and Nov. 3 general election, rather than going to a polling place.
While it is illegal in Michigan to send absentee ballots to voters who do not formally request them, it is far from clear that there are the same legal hurdles to sending applications for the absentee ballots to registered voters, though it could be challenged in court.
Trump later deleted the initial tweet to clarify he was referring to applications, and not ballots, though that was the only aspect of the tweet he changed.
"To have this kind of distraction is just ridiculous," Michigan Gov. Gretchen Whitmer, whose state is facing a massive flood on top of the coronavirus pandemic, told "CBS This Morning" on Thursday.
"Threatening to take money away from a state that is hurting as bad as we are right now is just scary, and I think something that is unacceptable," Whitmer said.
The president made a similar threat against Nevada, where Republican Secretary of State Barbara Cegavske has ordered an all mail-in election for the state's June 9 primary – which has no bearing on the presidential race because Nevada held its Democratic presidential caucus in February, and canceled its Republican presidential caucus.
Cegavske, whose decision was upheld by a federal judge earlier this month, defended the move as "necessary and prudent" in order to "protect the health and safety of voters and election workers," in a statement responding to the president's tweet.
"For over a century, Nevadans, including members of the military, citizens residing outside the state, voters in designated mailing precincts, and voters requesting absentee ballots, have been voting by mail with no evidence of election fraud," Cegavske said.
"For the President to threaten federal funding in the midst of a pandemic over a state exercising its authority to run elections in a safe and legal manner is inappropriate and outrageous," said Nevada's Democratic Gov. Steve Sisolak in a response to Trump on Twitter.
Trump, who himself votes absentee, has said voting by mail is a "dangerous thing" and "subject to tremendous corruption," despite a lack of evidence that there is a statistically significant amount of fraud in the five states that conduct their elections entirely by mail.
'Talk with your lawyer, Bill Barr:' Kamala Harris warns Trump against attempt to 'suppress the vote'
William Cummings, USA TODAY
USA TODAY May 26, 2020, 12:52 AM EDT
Sen. Kamala Harris tore into President Donald Trump Wednesday night for his threat to withhold federal funds from states over absentee ballots, warning such an act would be illegal.
"Mr. President, it is a federal crime to withhold money from states with the purpose of interfering with people's right to vote," the former California attorney general told MSNBC host Joy Reid.
"So, you may want to talk to your lawyer, Bill Barr, about that," Harris added, in an apparent swipe at the independence of Attorney General William Barr, whom critics have accused of acting more like the president's personal attorney than the nation's top law enforcement official.
On Wednesday morning, Trump said in a tweet that Michigan had sent millions of voters absentee ballots "illegally and without authorization by a rogue Secretary of State."
"I will ask to hold up funding to Michigan if they want to go down this Voter Fraud path!" wrote the president, who has railed against efforts to expand mail-in-voting in response to the coronavirus pandemic.
The president was referring to Michigan Secretary of State Jocelyn Benson's announcement on Tuesday that absentee ballot applications – not actual ballots – would be sent to all of the state's 7.7 million voters, giving them the option to receive a ballot in the mail to vote in the Aug. 4 primary and Nov. 3 general election, rather than going to a polling place.
While it is illegal in Michigan to send absentee ballots to voters who do not formally request them, it is far from clear that there are the same legal hurdles to sending applications for the absentee ballots to registered voters, though it could be challenged in court.
Trump later deleted the initial tweet to clarify he was referring to applications, and not ballots, though that was the only aspect of the tweet he changed.
"To have this kind of distraction is just ridiculous," Michigan Gov. Gretchen Whitmer, whose state is facing a massive flood on top of the coronavirus pandemic, told "CBS This Morning" on Thursday.
"Threatening to take money away from a state that is hurting as bad as we are right now is just scary, and I think something that is unacceptable," Whitmer said.
The president made a similar threat against Nevada, where Republican Secretary of State Barbara Cegavske has ordered an all mail-in election for the state's June 9 primary – which has no bearing on the presidential race because Nevada held its Democratic presidential caucus in February, and canceled its Republican presidential caucus.
Cegavske, whose decision was upheld by a federal judge earlier this month, defended the move as "necessary and prudent" in order to "protect the health and safety of voters and election workers," in a statement responding to the president's tweet.
"For over a century, Nevadans, including members of the military, citizens residing outside the state, voters in designated mailing precincts, and voters requesting absentee ballots, have been voting by mail with no evidence of election fraud," Cegavske said.
"For the President to threaten federal funding in the midst of a pandemic over a state exercising its authority to run elections in a safe and legal manner is inappropriate and outrageous," said Nevada's Democratic Gov. Steve Sisolak in a response to Trump on Twitter.
Trump, who himself votes absentee, has said voting by mail is a "dangerous thing" and "subject to tremendous corruption," despite a lack of evidence that there is a statistically significant amount of fraud in the five states that conduct their elections entirely by mail.
(continued in my first comment below)
"EVERYTHING ENDS"("BACK TO PLUTO")
Everything must come to end at one Point or the other...So I posed this to You....One Day..it could be Billions of years from now...Millions...Thousands...Hundreds or it could be Tomorrow...But when Life does End here On Planet Earth...I wonder How this Process will Happen....I wonder how the Earth Will End.....................
Why do you judge me???
I am sad to think that you can sit in judgement of me, and you know nothing about me at all. Am I a bad person because I decided to let my hair down a bit and have some fun on the blogs? Well my friend....that is called roleplay or acting..... And you know what? I enjoyed it. Let me give you a little insight into my life...... I was married for 28 years, and I had a happy marriage, unfortunately my husband passed on 12 years ago,,,,and do you know I have never been on a date with a man in all of the 12 years. I spent most of my life caring about other people, mostly seniors because they are almost always forgotten by their families. I have a heart full of love for other people and would go out of my way to help others,,,,,so am I a bad person because I have real feelings in a plastic world called CS???
Proved it once again ! ! ! !
We constantly complain about how boring the blogs are (yet we keep returning to it)
We complain about how there aren't any real men or women out here
We complain about the lack of emotion and love and compassion from those around us
We complain about anything we can think of . . .
YET
Without knowing the facts, there is a consistent rally to the support of anyone who indicates a need of support.
This comes from people who don't know each other based on the fact that they haven't YET met . . .
If this is not a perfect demonstration of love and compassion which transcends all boundaries set by man . . .
then I DON'T KNOW WHAT IS . . . .
Fellow CS Bloggers
I SALUTE YOU ALL
We complain about how there aren't any real men or women out here
We complain about the lack of emotion and love and compassion from those around us
We complain about anything we can think of . . .
YET
Without knowing the facts, there is a consistent rally to the support of anyone who indicates a need of support.
This comes from people who don't know each other based on the fact that they haven't YET met . . .
If this is not a perfect demonstration of love and compassion which transcends all boundaries set by man . . .
then I DON'T KNOW WHAT IS . . . .
Fellow CS Bloggers
I SALUTE YOU ALL
Being single is better than with a guy unhappy
I am in Abu Dhabi, and I met a young Phillipina. She is very upbeating and efficient at home. I like her quick personality. And later on I found out she is single also. Then she told me: she had been with a guy,but the guy also secretly going out with other girls. So now she is alone,and I encourage her to look for new boyfriend,
She said: being alone is better than being with a guy unhappy. Maybe it is right from some angle. I know to be together with another person,people have to alter or compromise. In ideal world, a guy loves a woman, and being together, there should not be any disputes, but in fact, we do have differences, so that in life: Idealism is very beautiful, but real life is completely another thing.
She said: being alone is better than being with a guy unhappy. Maybe it is right from some angle. I know to be together with another person,people have to alter or compromise. In ideal world, a guy loves a woman, and being together, there should not be any disputes, but in fact, we do have differences, so that in life: Idealism is very beautiful, but real life is completely another thing.
Waking up Tomorrow Morning as a Man or Woman
Imagine if you woke up tomorrow morning and you were the opposite gender?
How would you handle it?
How do you think your experiences would differ from your present ones?
Would you see the world through different eyes?
Generally speaking, men and women view, and experience, the world and living differently.
We all know there are at least subtle differences, but how often do we really think about the ways the other lives and experiences this world.
How do you think your world would change if you woke up as the opposite gender?
How would you handle it?
How do you think your experiences would differ from your present ones?
Would you see the world through different eyes?
Generally speaking, men and women view, and experience, the world and living differently.
We all know there are at least subtle differences, but how often do we really think about the ways the other lives and experiences this world.
How do you think your world would change if you woke up as the opposite gender?
Believing in God saves you? From what?
Some people think that if you believe in a god then you are saved. What are you saved from I wonder? Perhaps it's better not to be saved and enjoy what you are doing. After all, who would want to exist in any possible after life and encounter people you hated in this current world.
Bloggers' Original Pick UP LINES...
No wonder why we're still blogging here!
1. You want to come in my life, the door is open. You want to get out of my life, the door is open.
2. Surprise me !!!
I am me ! I have a very strong personality. If urs r not it will make u feel inferior.
3. I am a Happy Beatnik Poet Writer Music Scholar Type Person =
Hello my Friend indeed I am Roger a Man of many Lives..
4. Single but not available at the present. Try later if you wish.
I know I cannot always have what I want, but that does not make me want it less.
5. Hi Everyone!
I am friendly and understanding. I work hard and intelligently to always make life happier and better. People say I look younger. I like to keep active and in shape.
6. i love humanity
i need my soul for marriage , age is does'nt matter i need just understanding .
7. passionate and lovely
after you knew me, you will say that I am passionate and lovable person... so be careful !!
8. Autumn rose. There be thorns.
I'm a bit of an idiot, but on the whole a fairly cheerful one. A mediocre cook, a terrible housekeeper, seem very sensible but am secretly ludicrously romantic.
10. Godly Woman seeks Godly Man
So there will be no MISUNDERSTANDING PLEASE READ CAREFULLY!... YOU MUST BE A BORN AGAIN CHRISTIAN WHO IS ACTIVE IN CHURCH MINISTRY, AND IS AGE APPROPRIATE (58-99)!
11. No picture then NOooo reply...its only fair.
QUIET and living the quiet life too i might add...
12. The show must go on....
My Ego has gone to sleep when I need it the most.
13. normal /polite/ considerate
studying music on the computer want to get involved with deejaying and music full time would like to be part of a music band
14. Im good at this type of thing...or am I?
I am a qualified gold digger and hope to find a very wealthy woman here.
15. bitter things are better for life...
i like truth....but truth is bitter...
16. I adore my cat Keven ! He is red
17. Just Friends
Thanks for viewing my profile. I am here to chat with people and makes friends around the world! In doing this, maybe I will meet a nice lady! Who knows?
18. Thanks for dropping by
Ermmm... not sure describing myself is going to alter the perception you've made of me from my photos.
19. anyone who will have me....
I'm a busy, single father to a 17 year old son, who lives with me, although if he don't clean his room, that may change very soon. Im told that's teenagers..Mmm don't remember being like that when I was a teenager, 37 years ago..OMG I'm 50 this year,
21. welleducated English speaking kind pretty woman looking for serious relationship
I am well educated English speaking lady who have a bachelor degree in science. I am kind and active,1.67m tall,slim,pretty,responsibleI am good at family financial planning. I like reading history and economy articles.I like philosophy also.
22. 'just bored , got nothing better to do.
I'm not your type so just move on...go look for someone else
I'm a crazy, loopy lunatic...will only tease you and waste your precious time.
23. Never stop dreaming
“Study me as much as you like, you will never know me. For I differ a hundred ways from what you see me to be.” ~
Rumi
24. Flippencute
I'm very fussy when it gets to allowing people close to me. Family we can't choose, partners and friends we should.
25. x
Welcome, im a chocolate addict, I dont drink, and smoke ONLY if I catch on fire and enjoy making sweet love ALL night long to the right girl, Im recovering right now after a horrible accident which is covered in my blog entry.
26. Friendly girl needing companion for walking sharing hobbies.
I have a good heart and friendly but no-ones fool
27. Only here for chat and forums
Retired Astronaut and Part Time Brain Surgeon
Please pick your favorite...not your own!
1. You want to come in my life, the door is open. You want to get out of my life, the door is open.
2. Surprise me !!!
I am me ! I have a very strong personality. If urs r not it will make u feel inferior.
3. I am a Happy Beatnik Poet Writer Music Scholar Type Person =
Hello my Friend indeed I am Roger a Man of many Lives..
4. Single but not available at the present. Try later if you wish.
I know I cannot always have what I want, but that does not make me want it less.
5. Hi Everyone!
I am friendly and understanding. I work hard and intelligently to always make life happier and better. People say I look younger. I like to keep active and in shape.
6. i love humanity
i need my soul for marriage , age is does'nt matter i need just understanding .
7. passionate and lovely
after you knew me, you will say that I am passionate and lovable person... so be careful !!
8. Autumn rose. There be thorns.
I'm a bit of an idiot, but on the whole a fairly cheerful one. A mediocre cook, a terrible housekeeper, seem very sensible but am secretly ludicrously romantic.
10. Godly Woman seeks Godly Man
So there will be no MISUNDERSTANDING PLEASE READ CAREFULLY!... YOU MUST BE A BORN AGAIN CHRISTIAN WHO IS ACTIVE IN CHURCH MINISTRY, AND IS AGE APPROPRIATE (58-99)!
11. No picture then NOooo reply...its only fair.
QUIET and living the quiet life too i might add...
12. The show must go on....
My Ego has gone to sleep when I need it the most.
13. normal /polite/ considerate
studying music on the computer want to get involved with deejaying and music full time would like to be part of a music band
14. Im good at this type of thing...or am I?
I am a qualified gold digger and hope to find a very wealthy woman here.
15. bitter things are better for life...
i like truth....but truth is bitter...
16. I adore my cat Keven ! He is red
17. Just Friends
Thanks for viewing my profile. I am here to chat with people and makes friends around the world! In doing this, maybe I will meet a nice lady! Who knows?
18. Thanks for dropping by
Ermmm... not sure describing myself is going to alter the perception you've made of me from my photos.
19. anyone who will have me....
I'm a busy, single father to a 17 year old son, who lives with me, although if he don't clean his room, that may change very soon. Im told that's teenagers..Mmm don't remember being like that when I was a teenager, 37 years ago..OMG I'm 50 this year,
21. welleducated English speaking kind pretty woman looking for serious relationship
I am well educated English speaking lady who have a bachelor degree in science. I am kind and active,1.67m tall,slim,pretty,responsibleI am good at family financial planning. I like reading history and economy articles.I like philosophy also.
22. 'just bored , got nothing better to do.
I'm not your type so just move on...go look for someone else
I'm a crazy, loopy lunatic...will only tease you and waste your precious time.
23. Never stop dreaming
“Study me as much as you like, you will never know me. For I differ a hundred ways from what you see me to be.” ~
Rumi
24. Flippencute
I'm very fussy when it gets to allowing people close to me. Family we can't choose, partners and friends we should.
25. x
Welcome, im a chocolate addict, I dont drink, and smoke ONLY if I catch on fire and enjoy making sweet love ALL night long to the right girl, Im recovering right now after a horrible accident which is covered in my blog entry.
26. Friendly girl needing companion for walking sharing hobbies.
I have a good heart and friendly but no-ones fool
27. Only here for chat and forums
Retired Astronaut and Part Time Brain Surgeon
Please pick your favorite...not your own!
When/How Do You Introduce Your BF/GF To Your Kids?
Here's a very sensitive issue for me. I've been hiding my relationship from my ex-husband and my almost 11 years old son for a long time now. Few months ago, my son picked up my phone and read some messages exchanged between me and my BF. He took the whole thing really well and started teasing me about it, few days later, he grabbed my phone and started chatting to my BF. From that day on, they started talking , exchanged messages and photos. He likes to tease and joke with my BF and would often tell me to marry the guy.
Well, things are more complicated than it appears.
They have met already and often talked on the phone when my BF and I started dating years ago but for some reason, we had to keep the relationship secret after that.
My son wants to see my BF, he likes him and that somehow makes me feel positive. Every few months my BF comes here but I never let them meet. My BF plans to spend a very nice Christmas with us, this time he is staying at my place...no more hotels. It would be a wonderful Christmas but I'm having second thoughts...I don't think it's a good idea for them to get too close. it does give me a strange feeling that the relationship is getting serious...it scares the heck out of me
How did you introduce you BF/GF to your children ?
Was it a happy event ?
Well, things are more complicated than it appears. They have met already and often talked on the phone when my BF and I started dating years ago but for some reason, we had to keep the relationship secret after that. My son wants to see my BF, he likes him and that somehow makes me feel positive. Every few months my BF comes here but I never let them meet. My BF plans to spend a very nice Christmas with us, this time he is staying at my place...no more hotels. It would be a wonderful Christmas but I'm having second thoughts...I don't think it's a good idea for them to get too close.
it does give me a strange feeling that the relationship is getting serious...it scares the heck out of me How did you introduce you BF/GF to your children ?
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