Perhaps it is simply a place like any other, everyday humans with delusions of grandeur thinking themselves more than they are, or simply struggling through their own days as do we all.
What is Washington? It is the capital of the Land of the Free.
by Vaquas » Sat Sep 14, 2019 1:01 pm
by Alozia » Sat Sep 14, 2019 1:02 pm
Governor's Mansion
Olympia, Washington
Anne Murphy Caldwell
January 3, 2019
(Ironic; me when I see Gord)Gordano and Lysandus wrote:I swear you are the LOTF Mariah sometimes
Peoples shara wrote: "Die nasty!!111"
by Uttland » Sat Sep 14, 2019 1:12 pm
JAMES PATRICK WHITAKER
OCTOBER 4, 1961 TO APRIL 24, 1978
LOYAL SON; FOREVER LOVED
Politicial Views: Moderate free market and social liberal with some select conservative and social democratic leanings/views. Anti-populist. Aspirational wonk. 8values and Political Compass results + more detailed politics/views
Favorite Books: The Wind-Up Bird Chronicle, by Haruki Murakami, Crime and Punishment by Fyodor Dostoyevsky, One Hundred Years of Solitude by Gabriel Garcia Marquez
by Vaquas » Sat Sep 14, 2019 1:15 pm
January 3, 2019
Charlotte Windsor (D-RI)
Hart Senate Office Building
Arriving back at her office following the swearing in of the new United States Senate Class, Charlotte Windsor considered just how long she had been in Washington. The types of people maneuvering through the halls and extending hands had changed radically in ways that she would never have expected when she took her seat in the upper chamber smack dab in the middle of the Reagan era. Avowed socialists, now full members of her caucus and carrying large amounts of public support, if some of the things she had read were to be believed. Such a thing was unfathomable just a short while ago, and yet, here she is. White men were still plentiful roaming the rotunda, of course, and they always would be, but some of them had been supplanted by those with darker faces, or women such as herself.
She briefly wondered about what Strom Thurmond would think of all of this, but that train of thought died quickly, as she already knew the answer. As she considered what was to come, for the party and for her, her favorite pen sailed across a notepad, the ultimate destination of the slip of paper being the desk of a similarly old-time colleague who was considering retirement. A rare joke from the Minority Leader would dominate the page, her tone friendly enough to any prospective reader. She always had to be a little friendly when her intentions were less so.
It was not that Charlotte thought the new class would be difficult to reign in. Quite the opposite. Many of her enemies within the caucus were those in the red states that had been deposed in the hyper-partisan midterms that had just carved a democratic majority out of the House and pushed two more Republicans into the Senate. The socialists, well, they’d be easier to placate on the whole, if she had properly judged them. Then again, this was a new era to be won, and though it pained her to admit it, she could not be sure about the trajectory of these upstarts.
The door to her office opened, a scared looking intern entering with a Chicken Caesar Salad and holding it like it was the nuclear football. She stared at him with an expectation that he would place the salad on her desk, but he did no such thing, instead staring nervously at one of the most powerful women in Washington.
“Where do they find you people…” she muttered before motioning to her desk, her demands clear now to the shaking 20 year old. The aide all but threw the salad on the desk in embarrassment, making a hasty retreat from the room before Windsor could speak, the door thudding closed behind him. Shaking her head, she set in with her own set of silverware, kept neatly in her desk for her daily snack, discarding the plastic utensils that came with the meal. As she took in the first bite, she decided it was a day like any other, ultimately.
by Agarntrop » Sat Sep 14, 2019 2:23 pm
Columbia Cemetery
30 E Broadway, Columbia, MO 65203, USA
January 3rd, 2019
Here lies David Anderson
3rd September 1925 - 3rd January 1997
Much loved by all his family
Harpo's Bar and Grill
29 S 10th St, Columbia, MO 65201, USA
January 3rd, 2019
by Yaruqo » Sat Sep 14, 2019 4:19 pm
by The Democratic Marxists » Sat Sep 14, 2019 8:24 pm
January 3rd, 2019
Abigail Winthrop (D-MA)
309 Hart Senate Office Building
TO: Luke Hawthorne
SUBJECT: January 4th meeting on possible legislative partnership
Dear Senator Hawthorne,
As you well know, the earlier the start, the bigger the splash. As the new Congress is in session, it is imperative that significant legislation is drafted early in order to be recognized by the wider Congressional body. With the early drafting of policy comes the early formation of bipartisan partnerships.
I highly respect your ability to speak your mind and not stick by party conventions. Sometimes the key to intelligent policy construction is the input of different perspectives. You may know that I have long been an advocate for the establishment of tuition deferral programs in all private colleges, which would discourage students from taking out student loans from the federal government and instead the colleges would make a long term investment in students, allowing them to repay their tuition in a 20 year period following college. This plan obviously comes with countless details, but I thought you may be interested in being a cosponsor to this bill, considering your longtime advocacy for preventing the government from meddling in student loans.
I’d like to meet for lunch tomorrow to discuss. Please let me know if you are available and interested.
Cheers,
Senator Abigail Windsor
United States Senator from Massachusetts
by Dentali » Sun Sep 15, 2019 12:54 am
by Agarntrop » Sun Sep 15, 2019 2:25 am
Room 260, Russell Senate Office Building
2 Constitution Ave NE, Washington, DC 20002, USA
January 4th, 2019
(1) The President may have the entirety of a state's federal funds cut by five percent if they —
(a) intentionally promote abortions or publish material with the intention of promoting abortions;
(b) promote the teaching in any school district under their full or partial jurisdiction of the acceptability of abortions as a normal or healthy alternative to contraception or abstinence.
[[ (2)Nothing in subsection (1) above shall be taken to prohibit the doing of anything for the purpose of treating or preventing the spread of disease or prevent a superindendent, headteacher or school board of a school district, or a teacher employed by a school district, from taking steps to prevent any form of sexual abuse of minors. ]]
(3) In any proceedings in connection with the application of this section a court shall draw such inferences as to the intention of the state as may reasonably be drawn from the evidence before it.
by Sanabel » Sun Sep 15, 2019 3:25 am
by Dentali » Sun Sep 15, 2019 3:53 am
“I was diagnosed with grade 3 brain cancer less than one week ago. Even with treatment, it will likely become grade 4 in a year. After that time, I will only have about 8 months left to live. If I were to run for re-election, it would not be fair to the country, to you, or to my family. Thank you, and God Bless the United States of America.”
Nathaniel Richardson
@GovernorRichardson
Amanda and I are shocked and saddened beyond words at this stunning announcement from President Wolf. I ask that everyone join us in prayer for the President, his family and for the country in this time.
by Alozia » Sun Sep 15, 2019 5:49 am
Number One Observatory Circle
Washington, D.C.
Richard George Tawney
January 3, 2019
Governor's Mansion
Olympia, Washington
Anne Murphy Caldwell
January 3, 2019
Number One Observatory Circle
Washington, D.C.
Richard George Tawney
January 3, 2019
Office of the Vice President of the United States Richard G. Tawney
January 3, 2019
"My fellow Americans,
Today we recieved the extremly concerning news regarding President Wolf's physical condition. I would like the President and his family to know that I keep him in my prayers even more than usual, and ask the American people to do the same in this undoubtedly trying time for the President.
This Administration has faced numerous challenges in the past, but has overcome them time and again. I have no doubt that this administration will continue to stand strong and continue on delivering on it's duty to the American people.
The President's most recent statement has also had an enormous impact on me and my family. I am aware that in many American households a sense of grief and confusion is present. Many have hoped that President Wolf would continue his work for a second term. While he will not be able to do so, I am certain that the President will continue his hard work until the end of his term surrounded by his skilled, trusted adivsors. I will do my best to aid the President in his undertakings wherever and whenever he sees fit, just as I have done in the past.
I know that President Wolf has been framed as a polarising person with his agenda being opposed by people who would like to see him fail. This is why we, as American citizens, should put behind our partisian divides and unify behind the President in this time of trial.
Thank you, God bless you and God bless the United States of America."Vice President of the United States,
Richard G. Tawney,
January 3, 2019
(Ironic; me when I see Gord)Gordano and Lysandus wrote:I swear you are the LOTF Mariah sometimes
Peoples shara wrote: "Die nasty!!111"
by Yaruqo » Sun Sep 15, 2019 6:18 am
To: Office of Speaker Malcolm Douglas
From: Office of Congressman Timothy Larson
Subject: POTUS
To Whom It May Concern,
The Congressman is concerned that the POTUS is unfit to govern through the remainder of his term. He wants to know if the Speaker will be passing down instructions to the Democratic House Caucus on how to respond to this breaking news, and if we will be pursuing any course of action related to this breaking news. Please respond when you have a moment, I understand that it is about to be busier than usual. We stand at the ready.
Best Regards,
Lauren O'Neil
Chief of Staff - Congressman Timothy Larson
by Uttland » Sun Sep 15, 2019 6:31 am
Helen K. Whitaker
@SecHelenWhitaker
My sympathies and condolences are with President Wolf and his family in light of recent events. Above partisan divides, we must reach beyond on things like these, and I hope for a speedy recovery.
Politicial Views: Moderate free market and social liberal with some select conservative and social democratic leanings/views. Anti-populist. Aspirational wonk. 8values and Political Compass results + more detailed politics/views
Favorite Books: The Wind-Up Bird Chronicle, by Haruki Murakami, Crime and Punishment by Fyodor Dostoyevsky, One Hundred Years of Solitude by Gabriel Garcia Marquez
by Dentali » Sun Sep 15, 2019 6:35 am
Yaruqo wrote:[b]To: Office of Speaker Malcolm Douglas
From: Office of Congressman Timothy Larson
Subject: POTUS
To Whom It May Concern,
The Congressman is concerned that the POTUS is unfit to govern through the remainder of his term. He wants to know if the Speaker will be passing down instructions to the Democratic House Caucus on how to respond to this breaking news, and if we will be pursuing any course of action related to this breaking news. Please respond when you have a moment, I understand that it is about to be busier than usual. We stand at the ready.
Best Regards,
Lauren O'Neil
Chief of Staff - Congressman Timothy Larson
To: Office of Congressman Timothy Larson
From: Office of Speaker Malcolm Douglas
Subject: POTUS
To Timothy Larson
Leadership will certainly be meeting to discuss the matter. At minimum we will demand a clean bill of health regarding him mental fitness from a qualified medical professional, but such a measure must not be partisan. Further discussion should be conducted in person.
Best Regards,
Speaker Douglas
by Vaquas » Sun Sep 15, 2019 9:04 am
Senator Greg Kost
@SenatorKost
I am shocked by the announcements made by President Wolf tonight. As the son of a cancer survivor, I know how devastating and horrific this disease is, and I will keep the President within my prayers moving forward. We must respect his decision to forgo a second term and support him in his pursuit of whatever treatment he deems fit. This is a trying time for our nation, and I hope all of us can unite behind a desire to see the Commander-In-Chief recover from nature's most malicious ailment.
by Vaquas » Sun Sep 15, 2019 9:19 am
Charlotte Windsor
@DemSenateLeader
President Wolf's announcement of his cancer diagnosis is deeply troubling. I wish for a speedy recovery, and we in the new congress, Democrats and Republicans, must examine how to proceed in light of this blindsiding development.
by The Democratic Marxists » Sun Sep 15, 2019 10:02 am
Abby Winthrop
@SenWinthrop
I am deeply sorry to hear of President' Wolf's diagnosis. Wish to send my condolences to the President and his family during what must be a difficult time. I think we can all agree that this diagnosis does not know what it’s up against. Wishing him all the best.
by Agarntrop » Sun Sep 15, 2019 10:42 am
Room 260, Russell Senate Office Building
2 Constitution Ave NE, Washington, DC 20002, USA
January 4th, 2019
Barry Anderson
@MissouriPeople'sSenator
As a great freind and colleague of President Wolf, it has deeply disturbed and saddened me that he has been diagnosed with Stage 3 brain cancer. It is an evil disease and we should all send our condolences to the President's family.
by Vaquas » Sun Sep 15, 2019 10:56 am
The Associated Press
U.S. News
PRESIDENT WOLF REVEALS CANCER DIAGNOSIS, DECLINES 2020 BID
Wolf speaking to a crowd of loyal supporters in Mobile, Alabama shortly before revealing his diagnosis on January 3, 2019.
By Jonah P. Martin
As the 116th Congress was being sworn in, Arnold Wolf, the 45th President of the United States, was on a plane to Mobile, Alabama. Political observers and the White House alike did not mark anything unique about the rally in a state the President won by an overwhelming margin in 2016. The speech began with the typical bombast expected at a Wolf rally, with chants of "Lock her up", "Build the wall" and "4 more years" heard loudly and clearly from the assembled crowd as the Commander-In-Chief delivered his traditional jabs at "Swamp Democrats" and Presidents Clifford and Baharia. But as the night wore on, the President grew visibly shaken, and America was hit with a political bombshell.
Wolf Diagnosed with Brain Cancer, Prognosis of 20 Months
Wolf took the stage, ultimately, to announce that his diagnosis with Grade III – Anaplastic Astrocytoma, a severe and aggressive form of cancer, stating that it would be "unfair" to the American people to pursue a second term in office when, according to the President, he has exactly One Year and Eight Months to live. Grade III – Anaplastic Astrocytoma is "very likely" to worsen into a Grade IV Tumor, with survival rates low in cases where the afflicted areas are inoperable. Already many are questioning if the President is physically or mentally capable of continuing to hold the office of the Presidency, with the 25th Amendment being invoked by panelists on MSNBC and CNN within hours of his announcement. What becomes of the President is yet to be seen, but what is sure is that the halls of the capitol are abuzz with condolences and questions.
Foreign Leaders Express Surprise, Sympathy
Various world leaders have expressed shock at the President's announcement, issuing official statements or tweets in response. Prime Minister Justin Trudeau of Canada has described the development as "tragic and unexpected", stating that the people of Canada stand ready to receive President Wolf in the event that he "seeks treatment up north". Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has described Wolf's diagnosis and decision to decline reelection as "A great blow to the American and Israeli people", calling the Wolf Administration "The strongest ally Israel could possibly hope for." and "a guardian of world peace." Russian President Vladimir Putin described the events as "unfortunate", calling Wolf "a strong fighter" and wishing him a speedy recovery.
Perhaps the most unusual well wishes have come from Supreme Leader Kim-Jong-Un of North Korea. North Korean State Media has circulated a statement from the Supreme Leader calling the development "a concern" and indicating that the President is "being thought of fondly" by the Supreme Leader and his family.
As reaction across the world comes in, so does concern, and in Brussels some NATO officials have reportedly met without U.S. Representation to discuss the development. Tensions are high, and it remains to be seen if any nation will be brazen enough to take action in the face of change in America.
2020 Rumors Fly
In the aftermath of Wolf's announcement, pundits are scrambling to determine who will stand for the Republican nomination in 2020, with Vice President Tawney being an obvious choice for those who wish to continue Wolf's legacy. In his rally however, Wolf made it clear that he would not be immediately endorsing Tawney for the position, stating that "there will be a primary" and that he "does not know" if his running mate would be his choice for an endorsement. In DC, rumors are swirling about many Senators with plans for 2024 moving them up 4 years, with many staffers noting a large shift in the climate just days after the announcement. Following Wolf's controversial nomination in 2016, some speculate that another outsider, or even President Wolf's daughter, could take up the mantle of the party.
On the Democratic Side, many prospective 2020 Democrats, including former Illinois Governor and Baharia Secretary of State Helen Whitaker, have increased the size and scope of their organizing, with many sensing that a wide open 2020 could leave Democrats without a key piece of the electoral puzzle, opposition to a second Wolf term.
After this January surprise, expect the number of entrants into both the Republican and Democratic Primaries to skyrocket.
by Dentali » Sun Sep 15, 2019 11:09 am
by Yaruqo » Sun Sep 15, 2019 11:22 am
Dentali wrote:To: Office of Congressman Timothy Larson
From: Office of Speaker Malcolm Douglas
Subject: POTUS
To Timothy Larson
Leadership will certainly be meeting to discuss the matter. At minimum we will demand a clean bill of health regarding him mental fitness from a qualified medical professional, but such a measure must not be partisan. Further discussion should be conducted in person.
Best Regards,
Speaker Douglas
Tim Larson
@RepTimLarson
We are concerned regarding the news of the President's cancer diagnosis, and we hope for a speedy recovery. We will consider what further actions need to be taken, and we are committed to ensuring a smooth continuation of government as the Congress deliberates.
by Dentali » Sun Sep 15, 2019 12:05 pm
by Fronket » Sun Sep 15, 2019 12:09 pm
by Cormactopia Prime » Sun Sep 15, 2019 4:38 pm
January 3, 2019
Luke Hawthorne (R-OH)
212 Russell Senate Office Building
TO: Abigail Winthrop
SUBJECT: Re: January 4th meeting on possible legislative partnership
Dear Senator Winthrop:
I couldn't agree more with getting an early start on advancing a bipartisan legislative agenda. Bipartisanship is important to my constituents and to me as well.
As you know, reducing student dependence on federally guaranteed student loans has long been a priority of mine, both here in the Senate and during my time in the House of Representatives. I would be happy to meet with you to discuss co-sponsoring the bill you mentioned. Tuition deferral is an innovative idea, one that doesn't rely on yet more government spending and intrusion into the higher education system. My hope is this will be the first of many new ideas Congress will consider to reduce student reliance on federal loans. I believe with the two of us working on this, it will finally bring bipartisan attention and pressure to bear on getting serious about reforming how we finance higher education. I'm glad to meet you for lunch to iron out the details.
Does noon tomorrow at The Monocle work for you? Looking forward to working together.
Regards,
Senator Luke Hawthorne
United States Senator from Ohio
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