Tariffs and Wall Street

 Pause!  Will tariffs go away?  Will Wall Street rebound? Will the world trust us again? We are watching because this affects all of us in the U.S. and around the world.  Meanwhile, don't forget all the rest: USAID, World Health Organizations, climate crisis, Gulf of Mexico, take over of Panama Canal, Greenland, Canada, vaccines, research on diseases, social security, veterans. deportations, and, and, and.   

Hands Off

 Hands off Mason City. People gathered in Central Park and then walked with their signs through downtown.  Over 200.  We were part of the millions who marched in thousands of cities and towns throughout all 50 states.

Tariffs

 Tariffs are causing trouble. Yes, everything from coffee beans to washing machines will cost more. Beyond that, the stock markets are down meaning people are losing their savings in their 401K accounts. Globalization will continue, but the U.S. is isolating itself. Foolish decisions--there are only penguins on Heard Island and McDonals Islands, (Does the president even know world geography?) Perhaps worst of all, some of the poorest nations are being hit the hardest: Thailand, recently hit with a 7.7 hurricane, 36% Madagascar 47%. People will suffer. Who will care?

Booker

 Senator Cory Booker just finished his 25 hour speech, standing the entire time. He is courageous and wise. And he listens. What a speaker, what a leader!