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04-16-2020, 10:53 AM
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https://thehill.com/changing-america...virus-and-calm
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Anthony DiFlorio/ Video by Richie Hertzberg
Published on Feb 04, 2020
Why are we panicked about coronavirus — and calm about the flu?
Although the flu has killed 10,000 Americans already this season and no Americans have died of the coronavirus, there’s a psychological reason we fear the new virus more.By
Anthony DiFlorio/ Video by Richie Hertzberg
Published on Feb 04, 2020
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https://www.fox17online.com/news/loc...ot-coronavirus
By: Michael Martin
Posted at 5:13 PM, Jan 31, 2020
and last updated 5:25 PM, Jan 31, 2020
Doctor suggests worrying about the common flu, not coronavirus
No cases of the virus have yet been positively identifiedBy: Michael Martin
Posted at 5:13 PM, Jan 31, 2020
and last updated 5:25 PM, Jan 31, 2020
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04-16-2020, 10:55 AM
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FEBRUARY 19, 2020 / 6:32 PM / 2 MONTHS AGO
FEBRUARY 19, 2020 / 6:32 PM / 2 MONTHS AGO
New coronavirus spreads more like flu than SARS: Chinese study
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04-16-2020, 10:56 AM
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THE CORONAVIRUS CRISIS
Worried About Catching The New Coronavirus? In The U.S., Flu Is A Bigger Threat
January 29, 20204:37 PM ETALLISON AUBREY
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Jan 28, 2020, 1:26 PM
The flu is a far bigger threat to most people in the US than the Wuhan coronavirus. Here's why.
Aylin WoodwardJan 28, 2020, 1:26 PM
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04-16-2020, 11:10 AM
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1) The way the Constitution is written, it reads as if the president presides over Congress vs working for the people (as have been voted in as such)
2) Congress can still veto/over ride pretty much anything in regards to appointments, bills, etc made by the president....which to me, means that Congress provides a check on the president.
2) Congress can still veto/over ride pretty much anything in regards to appointments, bills, etc made by the president....which to me, means that Congress provides a check on the president.
The congress also provides a check on the President, by having to approve many of his actions.
The Supreme Court provides a check on both Congress and the President.
It's a well-designed system. The only major flaw in it is the voters.
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04-16-2020, 11:24 AM
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The President provides a check on Congress by having veto power over legislation.
The congress also provides a check on the President, by having to approve many of his actions.
The Supreme Court provides a check on both Congress and the President.
It's a well-designed system. The only major flaw in it is the voters.
The congress also provides a check on the President, by having to approve many of his actions.
The Supreme Court provides a check on both Congress and the President.
It's a well-designed system. The only major flaw in it is the voters.
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04-16-2020, 11:58 AM
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The Alt-Right-Winged daily Mail:
https://www.dailymail.co.uk/news/art...TR6bwHKAJAm_RA
https://www.dailymail.co.uk/news/art...TR6bwHKAJAm_RA
No human-to-human transmission, no travel bans, but plenty of praise for Beijing: How WHO parroted Chinese lies as coronavirus pandemic unfolded
- The WHO first reported unusual cases of pneumonia in Wuhan on January 4
- Since then, coronavirus has evolved into the worst pandemic for 100 years
- WHO is now facing criticism for its handling of the pandemic, including that it was too quick to accept Chinese data and too slow to recommend travel bans
- Donald Trump has said he will withhold US funding until review is carried out
- Learn more about how to help people impacted by COVID
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Technically, Congress cannot directly nullify an Executive Order, although whatever Courts have relevant jurisdiction, including the Supreme Court, can.
Lots of checks and balances.
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04-16-2020, 02:40 PM
I meant to imply that "approve" referred both to formal confirmations as well as to not overriding Executive Orders by de-funding them, or by creating new Federal Law which contradicts them.
Technically, Congress cannot directly nullify an Executive Order, although whatever Courts have relevant jurisdiction, including the Supreme Court, can.
Lots of checks and balances.
Technically, Congress cannot directly nullify an Executive Order, although whatever Courts have relevant jurisdiction, including the Supreme Court, can.
Lots of checks and balances.
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https://www.nbcnews.com/business/bus...5sBiB0tD8ftMfU
Hopefully we can get that $5billion to Iran soon...
Small-business loan program just hit its $350 billion cap and is now out of money
The emergency fund offered a lifeline to small businesses who have been shuttered, or forced to lay off or furlough employees due to the coronavirus.
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04-17-2020, 10:36 AM
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Playing 4D when your opponents playing 1D. Trump says "im ulimate god warrior" and everyone freaks out, so then he unleashes his plan putting 100% of blame on the governors.
https://www.scribd.com/document/4567...mmDFBhr5NXKDVQ
THE BULLET POINTS
1) State and local officials will have 100% of the say.
2) The Current guidelines will stay in effect till May 1st
3) The benchmarks are recommended but still set by the States and local officials alone
4) There will be 3 Phases to Reopening
Most basic Summary of Each Phase
PHASE 1: Social Distancing, Businesses Remain closed, Schools remain closed No Groups larger than 10 Are recommended. No Non essential travel. Bars and restaurants remain closed.
PHASE 2: Semi social distancing, certain businesses can reopen, Schools Can re open, Venues of 50 People can re open, Bars and restaurants can re open at reduced capacity.
PHASE 3: Light social distancing of vulnerable groups, Businesses can re open Schools are open Venue capacity is not limited but social distancing encouraged and left up to venues, People can return to work, Considered working at or close to normal Linked to full text below.
https://www.scribd.com/document/4567...mmDFBhr5NXKDVQ
THE BULLET POINTS
1) State and local officials will have 100% of the say.
2) The Current guidelines will stay in effect till May 1st
3) The benchmarks are recommended but still set by the States and local officials alone
4) There will be 3 Phases to Reopening
Most basic Summary of Each Phase
PHASE 1: Social Distancing, Businesses Remain closed, Schools remain closed No Groups larger than 10 Are recommended. No Non essential travel. Bars and restaurants remain closed.
PHASE 2: Semi social distancing, certain businesses can reopen, Schools Can re open, Venues of 50 People can re open, Bars and restaurants can re open at reduced capacity.
PHASE 3: Light social distancing of vulnerable groups, Businesses can re open Schools are open Venue capacity is not limited but social distancing encouraged and left up to venues, People can return to work, Considered working at or close to normal Linked to full text below.
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