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Lame duck President Joe Biden appeared to be struggling to remain sentient as he stood and listened to Democrat VP Kamala Harris give a word salad statement to the media.
Harris, Biden’s replacement as the presumptive Democrat nominee for president, was widely mocked over the Thursday night statement.
She spoke to reporters on an airport tarmac where three Americans were returned after being wrongfully imprisoned in Russia. – via slaynews.com
“This is just extraordinary testament to the importance of having a president who understands the power of diplomacy and understands the strength that rests in understanding the significance of diplomacy and strengthening alliances.
“This is an incredible day.” – Kamala Harris – August 1st, 2024
Sure…okay
Biden Tells Netanyahu the US Will Defend Israel, Pledges New Military Deployments
Twelve US warships are assembled in the region to protect Israel
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US Sen Graham Introduces Bill Authorizing Military Force in Iran
US Senator Lindsey Graham (R-SC) introduced legislation right before the Congress recess in August that would authorize President Joe Biden to use military force against Iran if he determines that Iran has capabilities that threaten the national security interests of the United States
Diplomacy works, unless the US wants to continue the wars and killing, in which case it isn’t tried at all.
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Tonight’s musical offering:
Dispatches from the Asylum 