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by Mark M. Bello
As Stormy Daniels continues her testimony in the Trump hush money trial, Trump apologists are making noise about her credibility, which is critical in assessing the value of witness testimony and the weight it deserves.
In this case, Daniels has stood up remarkably well to rigorous cross-examination alleging untoward motives in coming forward, the possibility that she extorted the former president, and Trump’s denial that he did anything but take a photograph with her at a golf event.
Donald Trump is a serial fable-spinner. While he probably won’t testify, the documentary evidence continues to contradict prior admissible statements he’s made about the incident in books he’s written and interviews and speeches he’s given. The written record, various exhibits that have been or will be produced at trial, support Daniels’ version of the facts over Trump’s.
In lascivious detail, Daniels’ testimony...
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In the wake of the devastating school shooting at Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School in Parkland, Florida, on Valentine's Day in 2018, one mother's world was shattered.
Lori Alhadeff lost her vibrant 14-year-old daughter, Alyssa, in the tragic event. However, instead of succumbing to grief, Lori decided to turn her pain into purpose by working tirelessly to make schools safer for all children.
Alyssa Alhadeff was described as a bright, energetic, and compassionate soul who touched the lives of everyone around her. She excelled academically, was a source of joy to her friends and family, and had a passion for soccer. Alyssa's tragic passing left a void in Lori's life that could never be filled, but it also ignited a fire within her to ensure that no parent would have to endure the same heartbreak.
In partnership with her husband, Lori founded "Make Our Schools Safe," a nonprofit organization dedicated to implementing crucial safety measures in schools across the nation...
In a revealing and engaging episode of the Lean to the Left Podcast, Bob Gatty hosts economist Gerald Epstein, author of "Busting the Bankers Club".
Epstein, a seasoned scholar and activist, delves deep into the intricacies of the financial system, revealing the intricate web of power and privilege at its core. His book and the discussion on the podcast shed light on the mechanisms that sustain economic inequality and propose actionable solutions for a fairer, more sustainable economy.
At the heart of Epstein's argument is the concept of the Bankers Club — a coalition of big banks, federal institutions, and influential allies in politics, law, and corporate sectors, including some of Epstein's fellow economists.
According to Epstein, this group has historically worked to protect the interests of big banks, enabling them to accumulate more wealth and power, often at the expense of the average citizen. The global economic crises in 2007 and 2020 are highlighted as stark examples where the government opted to bail out banks, leaving them even more entrenched in the control of our economic systems.
Epstein's vivid narrative draws a parallel...
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