This Just In . . .
This Just In . . .
From the inbox this evening:
BREAKING: Pack. The. Damn. Courts.
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Just this evening, the Senate Republicans pushed through on a Party-line vote the confirmation of Amy ...
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Democrats’ Barrett Demagoguery
The high stakes of this Supreme Court confirmation brought out the worst in Senate Democrats.
Clarence Thomas Swears In Amy Coney Barrett to the Supreme Court
Barrett was sworn in at an outdoor ceremony in the Rose Garden at the White House, with President Trump presiding over the proceedings.
Why the Democrats Failed Against Judge Barrett
Four of the last 14 vacancies on the Supreme Court arose when different parties controlled the White House and a majority in the Senate.
Senate Votes to Confirm Amy Coney Barrett to Supreme Court
The final tally was 52-48 with almost every Republican senator voting in favor of confirmation.
Senator Ed Markey Slams Judicial ‘Originalism’ as ‘Racist,’ ‘Sexist,’ and ‘Homophobic’
In additional tweets, Markey also called for Democrats to "abolish the filibuster" and to "expand the Supreme Court."
Seven Foster-Care/Adoption/Child-Welfare Things That Caught My Eye Today (October 26, 2020)
Stories that caught my eye today, related to adoption, foster-care, and life issues.
Twenty-Five Things That Caught My Eye Today: Amy Coney Barrett, Anxiety & More (October 26, 2020)
Stories that captured my attention, on topics from Amy Coney Barrett to Catholicism.
Dunkin’ Brands Surged 18%
Dunkin' has begun preliminary talks about going private in a deal worth at least $8.8 billion.
The Capital Note: Wall Street Wants a Blue Wave
On the menu today: Wall Street’s election hopes, Treasuries hold up in volatile market, and a look at the financial impact of the Foreign Corrupt Practices Act.