(CNN) As we swear in a new President and look to a new era in Washington DC, a cloud of anger and fear hangs over America after pro-Trump insurrectionists stormed the US Capitol. President-elect Joe Biden has big plans and a serious mandate, but he will have to govern a divided nation, one that was nearly torn apart by a mob hellbent on destroying it. I talk to US Rep. Jim Himes of Connecticut and CNN Senior Political Analyst David Gergen about what comes next for America's fragile democracy. But first, Rep. Himes writes this week's CNN op-ed. --SE Cupp … [Read more...] about America almost lost its democracy. Here’s how its citizens can protect it
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Cure for election stress disorder found
If our leaders cannot be inspirational, then democracy requires that we be the ones to motivate. Take my friend SASB (known to the long-term readership as Stephanie Boone). I’m not sure that she likes either of the candidates, but she’s taking her daughter to Nevada to campaign because that state could swing either way, and she wants her daughter to know, that even when you are lukewarm about a candidate, you stay engaged. … [Read more...] about Cure for election stress disorder found
MACWORLD EXPO NOTEBOOK / It’s no surprise, but it’s stunning / Apple’s shiny new iPhone has been rumored for months, yet in the hands of Steve Jobs it’s met with awed applause
Not until after Steve Jobs wrapped up his keynote speech at Macworld Expo -- where he introduced the Apple TV set-top box and a video sales agreement with Paramount studios, in addition to the iPhone -- was there even a hint of the options backdating scandal that has hounded him and Apple in recent weeks. … [Read more...] about MACWORLD EXPO NOTEBOOK / It’s no surprise, but it’s stunning / Apple’s shiny new iPhone has been rumored for months, yet in the hands of Steve Jobs it’s met with awed applause
Dolly Parton turns 75
The beloved singer and humanitarian turns 75 on Tuesday, raising the question: What do you get for the woman who has given us everything from timeless music to big funding for a Covid-19 vaccine? … [Read more...] about Dolly Parton turns 75
Melania Trump Unveils Her Historic Preservation of White House Gems
Shortly thereafter, in December 2020, I had the great privilege to announce the completion of the refurbishment of the Children’s Garden and the construction of the new White House Tennis Pavilion. This project planning began in 2018 and was approved by the Commission of Fine Arts and the National Capital Planning Commission in June 2019. The Tennis Pavilion was constructed in partnership with the Trust for the National Mall and the National Park Service, and funded entirely through private donation. The team of American designers, builders, and artisans, who relied on locally sourced materials, created for the Nation a monumental addition to this historic home that I know will be part of its enduring legacy. Their achievement was made all the more notable as it was accomplished despite the many challenges they faced because of the Covid-19 pandemic. … [Read more...] about Melania Trump Unveils Her Historic Preservation of White House Gems