America as a whole is in coronavirus hell. At time of writing, new cases over the last two weeks, to almost 50,000 per day. is routinely posting more new cases than the . While deaths have so far not spiked, it's only a matter of time.However, it's not entirely bad. A handful of Northeastern states have managed to get things under control — especially Massachusetts, which has managed a tentative reopening , despite some significant anti-police brutality protests weeks ago. There the government did it by following expert guidance and learning from other countries who have managed the...…America as a whole is in coronavirus hell. At time of writing, new cases over the last two weeks, to almost 50,000 per day. is routinely posting more new cases than the . While deaths have so far not spiked, it's only a matter of time.However, it's not entirely bad. A handful of Northeastern states have managed to get things under control — especially Massachusetts, which has managed a tentative reopening , despite some significant anti-police brutality protests weeks ago. There the government did it by following expert guidance and learning from other countries who have managed the...WW…

The June jobs report is out, and Republicans are again declaring victory. Payrolls grew by , according to government surveys, and the official unemployment rate fell to "only" 11.1 percent. "" President Trump tweeted. The Washington Post's Jeff Stein that in response, Republicans are starting to coalesce around a second round of economic rescue payments that include a sharply smaller super-unemployment benefit (with a boost of $200-300 instead of $600), and a smaller round of more strictly means-tested checks — though Treasury Secretary Steven Mnuchin he was not yet ready to support the...…The June jobs report is out, and Republicans are again declaring victory. Payrolls grew by , according to government surveys, and the official unemployment rate fell to "only" 11.1 percent. "" President Trump tweeted. The Washington Post's Jeff Stein that in response, Republicans are starting to coalesce around a second round of economic rescue payments that include a sharply smaller super-unemployment benefit (with a boost of $200-300 instead of $600), and a smaller round of more strictly means-tested checks — though Treasury Secretary Steven Mnuchin he was not yet ready to support the...WW…

What is to be done about American police? As reporters document continual law enforcement atrocities in response to peaceful protests against police brutality, suddenly the question of how to reform these institutions has gotten close attention. Longstanding calls to at least partly defund the police are being taken more and more seriously, even as some liberals the idea as unrealistic or too radical.The Nordic countries, as usual, have an instructive example for America. These nations have both enormously smaller police departments and prison systems than the United States, and much less...…What is to be done about American police? As reporters document continual law enforcement atrocities in response to peaceful protests against police brutality, suddenly the question of how to reform these institutions has gotten close attention. Longstanding calls to at least partly defund the police are being taken more and more seriously, even as some liberals the idea as unrealistic or too radical.The Nordic countries, as usual, have an instructive example for America. These nations have both enormously smaller police departments and prison systems than the United States, and much less...WW…

There is no end in sight for the coronavirus pandemic in the U.S., but the death march of politics grinds on. One lesser-known race is the upcoming Massachusetts Senate primary on September 1, where Democratic Rep. Joe Kennedy III is running a primary challenge against incumbent Senator Ed Markey — one of the most reliable liberals in the chamber, particularly on climate change.Polling has been scarce in the race, but so far it seems Kennedy has a , probably thanks to unparalleled name recognition and his quiet but deep support among big donors and the party establishment. It's a maddening...…There is no end in sight for the coronavirus pandemic in the U.S., but the death march of politics grinds on. One lesser-known race is the upcoming Massachusetts Senate primary on September 1, where Democratic Rep. Joe Kennedy III is running a primary challenge against incumbent Senator Ed Markey — one of the most reliable liberals in the chamber, particularly on climate change.Polling has been scarce in the race, but so far it seems Kennedy has a , probably thanks to unparalleled name recognition and his quiet but deep support among big donors and the party establishment. It's a maddening...WW…

America is in a full-blown economic depression, but Democrats are anxious about whether fixing it will cost too much. In the most recent economic rescue package — one the party itself is only a "messaging" bill, since it already gave away most of its leverage — Democrats and for economic stimulus that would continue on autopilot for as long as the crisis lasts, because of scary possible estimates of the cost.It's hard to describe just how blinkered this is. It's like a man who is drowning in the middle of the North Atlantic worrying about how flammable his clothes are. But there is a big...…America is in a full-blown economic depression, but Democrats are anxious about whether fixing it will cost too much. In the most recent economic rescue package — one the party itself is only a "messaging" bill, since it already gave away most of its leverage — Democrats and for economic stimulus that would continue on autopilot for as long as the crisis lasts, because of scary possible estimates of the cost.It's hard to describe just how blinkered this is. It's like a man who is drowning in the middle of the North Atlantic worrying about how flammable his clothes are. But there is a big...WW…

America is careening towards an economic cliff. The resurgence of the coronavirus pandemic is clearly beginning to , and deeper recessionary forces are taking hold. Eviction moratoriums are set to end in many states at the end of the month, and in a matter of weeks. Perhaps most importantly, the huge boost to unemployment insurance that Congress passed as part of the CARES Act is going to expire on July 25 — sucking billions of dollars of spending out of the economy, and driving millions more Americans into destitution.Republicans in Congress, of course, have been dithering and...…America is careening towards an economic cliff. The resurgence of the coronavirus pandemic is clearly beginning to , and deeper recessionary forces are taking hold. Eviction moratoriums are set to end in many states at the end of the month, and in a matter of weeks. Perhaps most importantly, the huge boost to unemployment insurance that Congress passed as part of the CARES Act is going to expire on July 25 — sucking billions of dollars of spending out of the economy, and driving millions more Americans into destitution.Republicans in Congress, of course, have been dithering and...WW…

The United States Postal Service has long been the most popular government agency. The last found 74 percent of Americans rated it as excellent or good — as compared to 60 percent for NASA or 50 percent for the IRS. Despite years of cash trouble (mainly the fault of Congress), most people like their good old mail carrier. Indeed, as , this country could not function without the USPS.So it should come as no surprise that President Trump is taking the agency apart. reports at The Washington Post that the USPS is facing huge problems under Louis DeJoy, a big Trump donor who was recently...…The United States Postal Service has long been the most popular government agency. The last found 74 percent of Americans rated it as excellent or good — as compared to 60 percent for NASA or 50 percent for the IRS. Despite years of cash trouble (mainly the fault of Congress), most people like their good old mail carrier. Indeed, as , this country could not function without the USPS.So it should come as no surprise that President Trump is taking the agency apart. reports at The Washington Post that the USPS is facing huge problems under Louis DeJoy, a big Trump donor who was recently...WW…

In 2009-10, when most of the world was still at the depths of the Great Recession, two economics papers quickly swept through the policy elite in both Europe and the United States — one by , and the other by . They both purported to show the benefits of austerity policies — basically, raising taxes and cutting government spending — to cut the national debt. Reinhart and Rogoff showed that in several countries, growth seemingly slowed markedly when the national debt-to-GDP ratio topped 90 percent, while the other two suggested that austerity, especially cutting spending, would increase...…In 2009-10, when most of the world was still at the depths of the Great Recession, two economics papers quickly swept through the policy elite in both Europe and the United States — one by , and the other by . They both purported to show the benefits of austerity policies — basically, raising taxes and cutting government spending — to cut the national debt. Reinhart and Rogoff showed that in several countries, growth seemingly slowed markedly when the national debt-to-GDP ratio topped 90 percent, while the other two suggested that austerity, especially cutting spending, would increase...WW…

The #MeToo movement has brought to light a quiet epidemic of sexual harassment and assault going back generations. Movie moguls, famous celebrities, and politicians have seen their careers go up in flames after credible accusations of sexual misconduct. It has been a painful, long-overdue reckoning, and perhaps the dawning of a more just age.ADVERTISEMENT: Article continues belowNow Democrats are set to blow a hole in the movement with their probable nomination of former Vice President Joe Biden for president. Biden faces a credible accusation of serious sexual assault, but Democrats are...…The #MeToo movement has brought to light a quiet epidemic of sexual harassment and assault going back generations. Movie moguls, famous celebrities, and politicians have seen their careers go up in flames after credible accusations of sexual misconduct. It has been a painful, long-overdue reckoning, and perhaps the dawning of a more just age.ADVERTISEMENT: Article continues belowNow Democrats are set to blow a hole in the movement with their probable nomination of former Vice President Joe Biden for president. Biden faces a credible accusation of serious sexual assault, but Democrats are...WW…

Skip to contentThis post contains affiliate links. For more information, see my disclosure.If you’re a fan of making shakes you will love this guide of essentials for making homemade milkshakes. These products will make it easy and fun to create some delicious milkshakes for you and your family to enjoy.From my favorite blender to one of the best ice cream scoops out there, these items are all great additions to your kitchen if you love making milkshakes! And don’t forget to check out one of my favorite treats, the Boozy Shamrock Shake!These are my top kitchen tools and accessories for...…Skip to contentThis post contains affiliate links. For more information, see my disclosure.If you’re a fan of making shakes you will love this guide of essentials for making homemade milkshakes. These products will make it easy and fun to create some delicious milkshakes for you and your family to enjoy.From my favorite blender to one of the best ice cream scoops out there, these items are all great additions to your kitchen if you love making milkshakes! And don’t forget to check out one of my favorite treats, the Boozy Shamrock Shake!These are my top kitchen tools and accessories for...WW…