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Rhiannon12866
Rhiannon12866's Journal
Rhiannon12866's Journal
December 12, 2020
Historian Jon Meacham joins Ali Velshi to discuss why there’s a “great amount of hope…and trepidation” about the new FDA-approved coronavirus vaccine and the strength of our democracy. “We have to be vigilant about our health, about the health of our neighbors…and these democratic institutions.” Aired on 12/12/2020.
Jon Meacham: We Can Agree On The Purpose Of America - The Last Word - MSNBC
Historian Jon Meacham joins Ali Velshi to discuss why there’s a “great amount of hope…and trepidation” about the new FDA-approved coronavirus vaccine and the strength of our democracy. “We have to be vigilant about our health, about the health of our neighbors…and these democratic institutions.” Aired on 12/12/2020.
December 12, 2020
The Supreme Court has rejected Texas’ lawsuit to overturn the results of the election. These are the 126 GOP members of Congress who supported it.
126 GOP Members of Congress Tried to Overturn the Election - NowThis
The Supreme Court has rejected Texas’ lawsuit to overturn the results of the election. These are the 126 GOP members of Congress who supported it.
December 12, 2020
KATIE PORTER SLAMS MITCH MCCONNELL: Rep. Katie Porter slammed Senate Majority leader Mitch McConnell for stalling a $908B bipartisan stimulus bill that would provide much-needed relief for millions of Americans.
Katie Porter Slams McConnell for Stalling COVID-19 Relief Bill - NowThis
KATIE PORTER SLAMS MITCH MCCONNELL: Rep. Katie Porter slammed Senate Majority leader Mitch McConnell for stalling a $908B bipartisan stimulus bill that would provide much-needed relief for millions of Americans.
December 12, 2020
While the U.S. is on track to approve its first coronavirus vaccine, Dr. Anthony Fauci joins MSNBC's Ari Melber in a special interview to discuss the Covid-19 vaccine, to dispel related myths and skepticism and to explain why he and Biden will likely take it publicly. Fauci also recounts his discussions with the incoming Biden administration concerning the pandemic. Aired on 12/11/2020.
As Trump Fumbles Covid-19, Fauci Explains What Could Extend The Pandemic Through 2022
As coronavirus cases surge across the nation, Dr. Fauci warns that if people do not follow safety rules and enough Americans do not get vaccinated, the pandemic could extend through 2022. However, he also discusses why his assertion shouldn't be taken out of context; his main point being the pandemic could be prolonged but also resolved by as early as next year under the correct circumstances and protocols. Fauci tells MSNBC's Ari Melber "we will truncate it if we do it correctly." Aired on 12/11/2020.
Dr. Fauci Pushes Back On Bankers Trying To Jump Line For Covid-19 Vaccine
Dr. Fauci responds to reports about Wall Street bankers lobbying for priority access to the coronavirus vaccine, making it clear the vaccine "needs to be equitably distributed and shared." Fauci expands on these concerns that certain groups will make the vaccine largely inaccessible in this excerpt from his interview with MSNBC's Ari Melber. Aired on 12/11/2020.
See Dr. Fauci Explain Why U.S. Vaccine Is Coming Now - The Beat With Ari Melber - MSNBC
While the U.S. is on track to approve its first coronavirus vaccine, Dr. Anthony Fauci joins MSNBC's Ari Melber in a special interview to discuss the Covid-19 vaccine, to dispel related myths and skepticism and to explain why he and Biden will likely take it publicly. Fauci also recounts his discussions with the incoming Biden administration concerning the pandemic. Aired on 12/11/2020.
As Trump Fumbles Covid-19, Fauci Explains What Could Extend The Pandemic Through 2022
As coronavirus cases surge across the nation, Dr. Fauci warns that if people do not follow safety rules and enough Americans do not get vaccinated, the pandemic could extend through 2022. However, he also discusses why his assertion shouldn't be taken out of context; his main point being the pandemic could be prolonged but also resolved by as early as next year under the correct circumstances and protocols. Fauci tells MSNBC's Ari Melber "we will truncate it if we do it correctly." Aired on 12/11/2020.
Dr. Fauci Pushes Back On Bankers Trying To Jump Line For Covid-19 Vaccine
Dr. Fauci responds to reports about Wall Street bankers lobbying for priority access to the coronavirus vaccine, making it clear the vaccine "needs to be equitably distributed and shared." Fauci expands on these concerns that certain groups will make the vaccine largely inaccessible in this excerpt from his interview with MSNBC's Ari Melber. Aired on 12/11/2020.
December 12, 2020
“They are holding a loaded gun to American democracy with this lawsuit. Just because the safety is on now, does not mean it will not fire the next time,” says Chris Hayes on the lawsuit to overturn the election that was rejected by SCOTUS. Aired on 12/11/2020.
Schiff On Seating GOP Reps Who Joined Trump Stunt: ‘We Don’t Want To Become Them’ - All In - MSNBC
“I don’t think—when the President of the United States and some of my Republican colleagues are trying to burn the house down around us—that we want to set a new fire,” says Rep. Adam Schiff on excluding GOP House members who went along with Trump plot to overturn the election. Aired on 12/11/2020.
Chris Hayes: GOP Held A 'Loaded Gun To American Democracy' With Texas Lawsuit - All In - MSNBC
“They are holding a loaded gun to American democracy with this lawsuit. Just because the safety is on now, does not mean it will not fire the next time,” says Chris Hayes on the lawsuit to overturn the election that was rejected by SCOTUS. Aired on 12/11/2020.
Schiff On Seating GOP Reps Who Joined Trump Stunt: ‘We Don’t Want To Become Them’ - All In - MSNBC
“I don’t think—when the President of the United States and some of my Republican colleagues are trying to burn the house down around us—that we want to set a new fire,” says Rep. Adam Schiff on excluding GOP House members who went along with Trump plot to overturn the election. Aired on 12/11/2020.
December 12, 2020
Seth’s Favorite Jokes of the Week: Olympic Breakdancing, National Lard Day
Seth's favorite jokes from the week of December 7.
Seth Meyers - Trump Joins Texas' Lawsuit to Overturn 2020 Election Results - Monologue 12/10/20
Seth’s Favorite Jokes of the Week: Olympic Breakdancing, National Lard Day
Seth's favorite jokes from the week of December 7.
December 12, 2020
Rachel Maddow discusses the secret to right-wing media, what it would be like if she made an appearance on Fox News and her new book, “Bag Man,” about the corruption scandal that brought down Richard Nixon’s vice president.
Help struggling local restaurants stay open during the pandemic and afterwards: https://thedailyshow.com/SaveRestaurants
The Daily Social Distancing Show: Rachel Maddow - "Bag Man" & Decoding Right-Wing Media
Rachel Maddow discusses the secret to right-wing media, what it would be like if she made an appearance on Fox News and her new book, “Bag Man,” about the corruption scandal that brought down Richard Nixon’s vice president.
Help struggling local restaurants stay open during the pandemic and afterwards: https://thedailyshow.com/SaveRestaurants
December 12, 2020
No matter where you fall on the political spectrum, 2020 was the year of the protest. Dulcé Sloan looks back on this year’s biggest movements and demonstrations.
Help struggling local restaurants stay open during the pandemic and afterwards: https://thedailyshow.com/SaveRestaurants
The Daily Social Distancing Show - 2020 in Review: The Year in Protests
No matter where you fall on the political spectrum, 2020 was the year of the protest. Dulcé Sloan looks back on this year’s biggest movements and demonstrations.
Help struggling local restaurants stay open during the pandemic and afterwards: https://thedailyshow.com/SaveRestaurants
December 11, 2020
A baseless election lawsuit brought by the Texas Attorney General and backed by the Republican AGs of 17 other states is giving the president hope that the Supreme Court will somehow prevent Joe Biden from taking office.
Late Show First Drafts: Holiday Cards 2020
As talented as they are, the people who write greeting cards don't always nail it on the first try. Join Stephen and Evie Colbert in taking a look at some 2020 holiday greeting card efforts in this edition of Late Show's long-running series, First Drafts.
Don Jr. does a bump of childhood snowman
When Don Jr. blows up at Democrats on Tucker Carlson, his childhood snowman returns to console him, only to meet a terrible fate.
Fleet Foxes "Can I Believe You"
Fleet Foxes join us from St. Ann & the Holy Trinity Church in Brooklyn, NY, accompanied by Resistance Revival Chorus. The band will celebrate the winter solstice on December 21st with 'A Very Lonely Solstice Livestream' and don't miss the vinyl release of "Shore" on February 5th.
To Play Dreidel At The White House Hanukkah Party This Year, You Have To Risk It All
The White House's Hanukkah party should have been done over zoom, but you just can't keep the president from his latkes.
Stephen Colbert - Monologue and Opening - 12/10/20
Texas And A Confederation Of State AGs Carry Water For The President As He Eyes Supreme CourtA baseless election lawsuit brought by the Texas Attorney General and backed by the Republican AGs of 17 other states is giving the president hope that the Supreme Court will somehow prevent Joe Biden from taking office.
Late Show First Drafts: Holiday Cards 2020
As talented as they are, the people who write greeting cards don't always nail it on the first try. Join Stephen and Evie Colbert in taking a look at some 2020 holiday greeting card efforts in this edition of Late Show's long-running series, First Drafts.
Don Jr. does a bump of childhood snowman
When Don Jr. blows up at Democrats on Tucker Carlson, his childhood snowman returns to console him, only to meet a terrible fate.
Fleet Foxes "Can I Believe You"
Fleet Foxes join us from St. Ann & the Holy Trinity Church in Brooklyn, NY, accompanied by Resistance Revival Chorus. The band will celebrate the winter solstice on December 21st with 'A Very Lonely Solstice Livestream' and don't miss the vinyl release of "Shore" on February 5th.
To Play Dreidel At The White House Hanukkah Party This Year, You Have To Risk It All
The White House's Hanukkah party should have been done over zoom, but you just can't keep the president from his latkes.
December 11, 2020
Rep. Jamie Raskin explains why Donald Trump's hope that the Supreme Court will make him president again even though he lost the election is misplaced, and why Republicans lining up like lemmings to support the stunt does not make the case any stronger. Aired on 12/11/2020.
After SCOTUS Bid, One Last Act For Anti-Democracy GOP To Try To Install Trump - Rachel Maddow - MSNBC
Rep. Jamie Raskin describes the last step in the election process before inauguration in which Republicans in Congress will have a chance to object to the counting of electors on January 6th. That scheme, however, if it is deployed, is still unlikely to overturn Donald Trump's losing bid for reelection. Aired on 12/11/2020.
Trump's SCOTUS Stunt 'All Theater To Keep The Fundraising Going': Raskin - Rachel Maddow - MSNBC
Rep. Jamie Raskin explains why Donald Trump's hope that the Supreme Court will make him president again even though he lost the election is misplaced, and why Republicans lining up like lemmings to support the stunt does not make the case any stronger. Aired on 12/11/2020.
After SCOTUS Bid, One Last Act For Anti-Democracy GOP To Try To Install Trump - Rachel Maddow - MSNBC
Rep. Jamie Raskin describes the last step in the election process before inauguration in which Republicans in Congress will have a chance to object to the counting of electors on January 6th. That scheme, however, if it is deployed, is still unlikely to overturn Donald Trump's losing bid for reelection. Aired on 12/11/2020.
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