Plutonium—the most lethal of all radioactive substances—in space
“A ‘1-in-960 chance’ of a deadly plutonium release is a real concern—gamblers in Las Vegas would be happy with those odds.”
New Jersey becomes 13th state to legalize marijuana
The three bills were in response to more than two-thirds voter support of a ballot question regarding marijuana legalization.
Trump campaign paid millions to Jan. 6 Capitol riot
“It was his duty as commander-in-chief to stop the violence. And he alone had that power because they believed that they were following his orders. They said so.”
Texas Jabberwockery – Cruz Roasted After Fleeing Blizzard
Even worse than backing Trumpster – Glaring “dereliction of duty...”
2021 update: Half of America in or near poverty
The facts and numbers from numerous sources reflect the reality of deprivation in America, and help to confirm what has been called the "sharpest rise in the U.S. poverty rate since the 1960s."
Relatable, reality president mortifies creepy, anti-reality pretend president
A genuine Biden more greatly contrasts the fake Trump than the slicker, more charming Obama or dull Dubya, the phony cowboy.
Reasons for optimism? President Biden’s first month
Considering what we might have expected from his long and often troubling record in government, Biden’s tone and actions so far should give American progressives some reason for cautious optimism during this very difficult time.
How corporations try to divide and exploit America’s workers
“These companies are not going to give you everything out of the goodness of their hearts. They start sweating when they see you standing together.”
Former prison officials plead guilty to bribery scheme
“Our Office will continue to seek equal justice under the law and hold accountable government officials who corrupt their oaths and betray the public’s trust.”
National Academies of Sciences, Engineering and Medicine reports on space nuclear propulsion
National Academies report urges nuclear-powered rockets for trips to Mars and lays out "synergies" in space nuclear activities between NASA and the U.S. military.