As a result, the World Health Organization’s chief scientist, Dr. Soumya Swaminathan, warned this week that it is highly unlikely that herd immunity — which would require at least 70% of the globe to be vaccinated — will be achieved this year. … [Read more...] about India starts ‘world’s biggest’ COVID-19 vaccination drive
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In calling out Trump, Nikki Haley warns of a more sinister threat
In four days, Joe BidenJoe BidenAzar in departure letter says Capitol riot threatens to 'tarnish' administration's accomplishments House Democrats introduce measures to oppose Trump's bomb sale to Saudis On The Money: Retail sales drop in latest sign of weakening economy | Fast-food workers strike for minimum wage | US officials raise concerns over Mexico's handling of energy permits MORE will be our president and Kamala HarrisKamala HarrisOn The Money: Retail sales drop in latest sign of weakening economy | Fast-food workers strike for minimum wage | US officials raise concerns over Mexico's handling of energy permits Biden scolds Republicans for not wearing masks during Capitol attack Biden and the new Congress must protect Americans from utility shutoffs MORE, our vice president. As an American, I want them to lead and to succeed. Hopefully, part of their leadership will be to give voice to Cranston’s observation that “asking forgiveness and receiving forgiveness are … [Read more...] about In calling out Trump, Nikki Haley warns of a more sinister threat
Dozens of people on FBI terrorist watchlist were in Washington on day of US riot
The bureau continues to face criticism over its handling of a January 5 internal report warning of discussions of violence at Congress the next day. Steven D'Antuono, the head of the FBI's Washington Field Office, claimed in the days after the riot that the bureau did not have intelligence ahead of time indicating the rally would be anything other than a peaceful demonstration. … [Read more...] about Dozens of people on FBI terrorist watchlist were in Washington on day of US riot
US Capitol rioters included highly trained ex-military and cops
Another Air Force veteran from San Diego was shot and killed by a Capitol Police officer as she tried to leap through a barricade near the House chamber. A retired Navy SEAL, among the most elite special warfare operators in the military, posted a Facebook video about travelling from his Ohio home to the rally and seemingly approving of the invasion of "our building, our house.” … [Read more...] about US Capitol rioters included highly trained ex-military and cops
The rise, fall, and future of Parler, the right-wing site that Amazon shut down
Having catered to a right-wing audience and allowed hate speech to thrive on its platform, Parler is also at the whims of its user base. Online extremism and hate can lead to real-world violence by legitimizing extreme actions. Parler’s tolerance of hate and bigotry, and its affiliation with violent movements enabled right-wing extremists to rally supporters to go to Washington, D.C., prepared to force Congress to yield to their will, by violence if necessary. Like Gab, Parler is now dealing with the repercussions of members’ having committed acts of violence. … [Read more...] about The rise, fall, and future of Parler, the right-wing site that Amazon shut down
