#biden cabinet

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HE HAS MY VOTE❗️❗️❗️❗️

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[liesmyth]

I recognise that the identity of the world leader John was puppeteering around in NtN isn't made explicit, and people can interpret it however they want. that said. you can pry zombie Joe Biden from my cold dead hands

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I’m wondering how many former Harris supporters are going to start spewing racist or misogynistic rhetoric about her after they accept that trump won. I’ve already seen misinformation start to spread and I’m certain that it’s only going to get worse.

[leguin]

great. inspiring stuff.

[mylionheart2]

It's a nice thought but he'll never do it.

[emilianadarling]

Huge geopolitical news coming out of the United States right now!!!!!! 

On November 30, 2022, the U.S. president issued a Memorandum on Uniform Standards for Tribal Consultation. It reads, in part:

“The United States has a unique, legally affirmed Nation-to-Nation relationship with American Indian and Alaska Native Tribal Nations, which is recognized under the Constitution of the United States, treaties, statutes, Executive Orders, and court decisions. The United States recognizes the right of Tribal governments to self-govern and supports Tribal sovereignty and self-determination.”

Recognition of a Nation-to-Nation relationship is enormous for Tribal Nations, the United States in general, and also globally. 

I did not expect this today but I am so excited.

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Opinion: What a doctor sees when Joe Biden hesitates

Daniel J. Stone, March 7th 2024, The Los Angeles Times

As a geriatrician, I discuss the effects of aging with patients every day. I wish I had a chance to give my usual talk to everyone who chortles or tears their hair out about President Biden’s fitness for his job.

First, memory. I explain to patients that there are three components to consider. One is formation. Then storage. And, finally, recall. The most common issue among seniors is slow recall. This is the familiar “tip of the tongue” phenomenon, when a word seems to hide or a name won’t come to mind. You know the name, it’s in your bank of memories, it just can’t be accessed quickly. Given time, it usually arrives.

This problem, called age-associated memory impairment, often starts for people in their 30s and gradually progresses. It’s a nuisance but not disabling. If, like me, you find yourself using the term “whatchamacallit,” you probably have it. Don’t worry, you’ll be fine.

Alzheimer’s disease, the most common cause of dementia, is a different story. Those affected lose the ability to store new memories. They can still access old memories in their memory bank and may recount events that occurred decades ago. But they can’t tell you what they had for breakfast because that never entered the memory bank. (I reassure my patients with age-associated memory impairment by asking whether they remember their breakfast. They do.)

Alzheimer’s is cognitively crippling. Losing the ability to form new memories freezes one in time. Those affected can’t make new friends or address new situations without fresh memories. Additionally, the disease progressively impairs other domains, including behavior and ultimately physical skills.

Fortunately, President Biden shows no signs of Alzheimer’s disease. At news conferences, he references new events and obviously creates new memories efficiently. He speaks slowly and pauses to find words like others with benign age-associated memory impairment. These issues are exacerbated by a chronic speech impediment. Biden has struggled with stuttering since childhood, and remnants of the condition have long been apparent in his speech.

Unfortunately, word hesitations coupled with the mild stutter can’t help but affect his public speaking. Biden’s political opponents and the uninformed exploit it, along with stereotypes about older people, to create a false narrative about intellectual impairment.

I take care of many high-functioning seniors like President Biden in my practice. One that I know, who is not a patient of mine, has been my family’s lawyer for five decades. Melvin Spears, at 96, recently responded to an emailed legal question with succinct and well-targeted advice, as he always has. When I spoke to him, he acknowledged some concessions to his age. He speaks more slowly, and transportation is a challenge because he’s stopped driving. (He considers Uber and Lyft “a hassle.”) Like Biden, Spears focuses on his work and lets others worry about his age if they choose.

Studies show that high-functioning seniors like Mel Spears and the president compensate for slower reaction time by applying superior knowledge and judgment. The presidency is not a job that requires lightning-quick reflexes. First-hand experience with the successes and failures of U.S. foreign policy over decades, for example, combined with time-tested judgment offers far more than speed in speech or decision-making.

Actuarial tables show that the 81-year-old president’s life expectancy extends nearly eight years, well beyond a second term. He gets excellent healthcare, has no major chronic illnesses, and at his recent physical at Walter Reed Military Medical Center, he was declared “healthy, active” and “fit for duty.” All that means that Biden is likely to beat the actuarial estimate. Given his overall health and the absence of current cognitive impairment, he would likely complete a second term with stable cognition.

All candidates for political office in the United States deserve to be evaluated on their accomplishments and capabilities rather than by their age. Seniors may be the last minority whose natural traits are singled out for ridicule and stereotyping. If the American people disagree with President Biden’s policies and prefer change, they should support his opponent. But in the absence of valid evidence of true cognitive impairment, their judgment should not be influenced by ageist social stereotypes. Biden and the American political process deserve better.

Daniel J. Stone is an internist and geriatrician in Beverly Hills.

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god it’s kinda devastating doing climate work in local govt and hearing over and over again “this work literally wouldn’t be possible without support and funding from the federal government” and then going online and seeing so many people proudly proclaiming that they’re not going to vote in the federal election. like do you really not see what you’re doing here or

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i wanted to enjoy last night instead of nursing a headache or experiencing a panic attack, so we watched the first ep of never stop blowing up instead of the presidential debate. i did, however, check in online to see that "elder abuse" was trending on twitter. which.....lmao. and also OTL

i am. so tired.

[oldfritz]

glad marianne williamson is (pointlessly) running again. election season can be so stressful, we all benefit from a laugh

[itwasanangryinch]

Adult Map

Youth Map

May 1st 2024

July 1st. Look at how much it's changed just in the three months since I've queued this.

This map is the most up to date version as of 3-4-2023 and takes into account all recent movement on anti-trans legislation

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President Biden, who has opposed the Ukraine's use of long-range missiles in the war against Russian, shifted his policy stance this week and allowed Ukraine President Zelensky to initiate deeper strikes within Russian territory

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This Morning’s Top Headlines – Nov. 18 | Morning News NOW

Major Developments in Russia-Ukraine War: US Approves Use of Long-Range Missiles The Biden Administration has given the green light for Ukraine to use US-supplied long-range missiles to strike inside Russia, according to US officials. This policy reversal comes as Russia carried out its largest missile and drone attack on Ukraine since August, targeting the country's power grid. G20 Summit: Ukraine and Russia to Dominate Discussions The situation in Ukraine is expected to be among the top issues at today's G20 meeting in Brazil, which is the final international summit of President Biden's presidency. NBC News senior White House correspondent Kelly O'Donnell is reporting from Rio de Janeiro, where she spoke with US officials about the policy change. President-Elect Trump's Cabinet Picks Meanwhile, President-elect Trump has announced two more big picks for his cabinet: Chris Wright, CEO of an oil and gas company, to lead the Department of Energy, and Brendan Carr, chairman of the Federal Communications Commission. The pushback against two of his choices is growing, even among some Republicans, which could tee up some battles during the confirmation process. Justice Department Officials Fear Political Retaliation Justice Department officials are feeling vulnerable and are reaching out to lawyers after President-elect Trump's victory. They are concerned about being targeted by people who are loyal to Trump, particularly members of Congress. NBC News justice and intelligence correspondent Ken Dilanian has been reporting on this story and joins us to discuss the concerns of these officials. Weather Alert: Heavy Rain and Flooding Expected Finally, a cold front is moving through the country, bringing heavy rain and flooding to parts of the Southern Plains, Upper Midwest, and Gulf Coast. Michelle Gman has the latest forecast and warns of potential flooding, tornadoes, and heavy rain throughout the week.