BY DAVID CRARY — Aug 23, 2022 When San Diego Bishop Robert McElroy received his prestigious red hat at the Vatican on Saturday, he brought to the College of Cardinals a fervent loyalty to Pope Francis that has often put him at odds with the conservative majority in the U.S. Conference of Catholic Bishops. McElroy, 68, … Continue reading Newest U. S. Catholic Cardinal – A Surprisingly “Progressive” Pick
NBC NEWS— In 1947, Florida shut down a popular drag club. The state has resurrected the case to do it again. Last month, Gov. Ron DeSantis filed a complaint against R House, citing a 1947 state Supreme Court decision that shut down a popular female impersonator club. A drag performer at the Drag Brunch at … Continue reading DeSantis vs. Drag: Putting On An Act?
Come to the Sunny Side Daniel Trotter was a weighty Friend of his day, who often observed solemnly that “There is nothing but trouble this side of the grave.” One day at a Friend’s funeral, he stood to speak by the freshly dug mound, just as a curious sailor poked his head into the … Continue reading Quaker Humor, Allegedly
Their CVs all list “Trump U Law School” . . . . But at least the party still has some rock-solid beliefs . . . But give this guy a break– he’s running for Q-Anon shaman in Arizona, and has a tough race . . . File this next one under “Circular Firing Squad,” Continued … Continue reading More Cartoons: “Forgive Us Our (School Loan) Debts Edition
The Guardian — 26 August 2022 How US government diet guidelines ignore the climate crisis US government’s 2020-2025 guidance is meat- and dairy-heavy. Experts say that isn’t sustainable Marina Bolotnikova Supported by (opens in a new window)About this content To keep the climate habitable, most scientists agree that switching to renewable energy alone isn’t enough … Continue reading Diet for a Warming Planet: Bye-Bye, Burgers!