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6 Quick Takeaways From Third Night Of Republican National Convention (The Federalist)
The third night of the Republican National Convention focused on a theme of “heroes,” and continued to highlight everyday Americans. It ended with Vice President Mike Pence’s speech in the dramatic setting of Fort McHenry, where the “Star-Spangled Banner” flew and inspired the country’s national anthem. Here are a few takeaways from the third night of the Republican National Convention. [Read More]
Burgess Owens slams Dems as ‘dark, depressed party’ compared to ‘optimistic’ GOP (FOX News)
The Democratic Party is taking away hope from Americans with the coronavirus lockdowns, Fox News contributor Burgess Owens told “The Ingraham Angle” moments after his speech Wednesday night at the Republican National Convention. [Read More]
This Tuesday @MarkWarnerVA and I were set to participate in @CCAN‘s climate forum. This debate has now been “postponed”. I have a PhD in public policy and undergrad in environmental science, so no wonder Mark pulled out of the debate last minute. Virginians deserve to know why.
— Daniel Gade (@gadeforvirginia) August 23, 2020
Why Kenosha riots could matter in November (Washington Examiner)
Of all of the riots that have gone unchecked in the country this summer, the one in Kenosha, Wisconsin, is the one that might matter most in the November presidential elections.
The vivid imagery in the days following the police shooting of Jacob Blake shows a town in devastation. Rioters blocked traffic. And they stole gasoline from a nearby gas station to start fires that took out numerous small businesses, car lots, an apartment building, and a Family Dollar store. [Read More]
Trump says National Guard did ‘fantastic job’ in Kenosha, knocks NBA ratings (NY Post)
President Trump on Thursday praised National Guard troops for helping pacify unrest in Kenosha, Wisconsin, and blasted the National Basketball Association’s ratings as players refuse to compete in protest of the police shooting of Jacob Blake.
“I appreciate the governor calling and saying he wanted National Guard. As you know, last night was very quiet, the night before wasn’t, and the reason it wasn’t — they didn’t have proper protection,” Trump told reporters during a hurricane briefing. [Read More]
Hogan Allows Maryland Schools To Reopen For In-Person Learning; Decisions Up To Local Leaders (WJZ)
All county school systems in Maryland are authorized to safely reopen amid the coronavirus pandemic, though decisions will be made at the local level, Gov. Larry Hogan said Thursday.
Hogan, Maryland State Department of Education Superintendent Karen Salmon and Maryland Department of Health Acting Deputy Secretary Dr. Jinlene Chan made the announcement at a news conference Thursday afternoon. [Read More]
