On 24 Nov 2019, Michael Bloomberg entered the 2020 presidential race. This page offers some quick resources to learn more. For other candidates, visit ResourcesForLife.com/politics Quick Links Facebook.com/TeamMike2020 [View] Instagram.com/Mike2020 [View] MikeBloomberg.com [View] Twitter.com/Mike2020 [View] Wikipedia [View] YouTube.com/mikebloomberg [View] Quotes EDUCATION – “I’m interested in public education. I think the education system is going in… Continue reading Michael Bloomberg – Reference Page
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Mitt Romney Comments Regarding the Impeachment Proceedings (5 Feb 2020)
Stating that he is bound by an oath to God to uphold the U.S. Constitution, Mitt Romney explains he will vote to convict the President. (Source: VICE News, YouTube, 5 Feb 2020 at ~ 1:30 PM CT) The following video is an interview with Mitt Romney on Fox News with Chris Wallace at about 11:30… Continue reading Mitt Romney Comments Regarding the Impeachment Proceedings (5 Feb 2020)
Pete Buttigieg – Reference Page
Politics Military veteran Peter Buttigieg is the Mayor of South Bend, Indiana and has announced that he is running for President in 2020. He is known for being a rare Democrat elected with over 80% voter support in conservative Republican state. For more political news on a variety of people and issues, visit ResourcesForLife.com/Politics Quick Links… Continue reading Pete Buttigieg – Reference Page
Here’s how the top Iowa Caucus contenders were able to claim ‘victory’ for their campaigns
As huge crowds of supporters gathered to hear speeches from their favorite candidates on Caucus night in Iowa, the candidates were unable to tell their supporters the one thing everyone wanted to know: Who won. Based on totals received from their precinct captains and other campaign workers, Amy Klobuchar, Elizabeth Warren, Pete Buttigieg, and Bernie… Continue reading Here’s how the top Iowa Caucus contenders were able to claim ‘victory’ for their campaigns
Iowa Caucus Results – Outcome and Reporting Delays Generate Concerns and Frustration (4 Feb 2020)
A digital and mobilized reporting system for the Iowa Democratic Caucuses was supposed to provide additional speed and accuracy for the February 3 event, but according to party spokespersons, problems with the technology have resulted in delays and concerns about accuracy. This page provides news about this issue and it will be periodically updated with… Continue reading Iowa Caucus Results – Outcome and Reporting Delays Generate Concerns and Frustration (4 Feb 2020)
Al Jazeera: Why are people protesting in Lebanon? (2 Jan 2020)
People in Lebanon have refused to end their protests even though a new government has been announced. Many say they’re tired of the corruption and a never-ending economic crisis. Prime Minister Hassan Diab put together a new cabinet that he says is made up of technocrats with no political affiliations. But many protesters say that’s not… Continue reading Al Jazeera: Why are people protesting in Lebanon? (2 Jan 2020)
Jimmy Fallon and Michael Bloomberg Discuss the 2020 Election (29 Jan 2020)
In the three videos below, Michael Bloomberg joins Jimmy Fallon to talk about the 2020 Election. Video 1 of 3 Video 2 of 3 Video 3 of 3
Kim Ghattas – How the Middle East Perceives U.S.-Iran Tensions (22 Jan 2020)
“Black Wave” author Kim Ghattas explains the conflict between the United States and Iran from a Middle Eastern perspective and delves into the Iran-Saudi Arabia rivalry. (The Daily Show with Trevor Noah, YouTube, aired on 22 Jan 2020, posted to YouTube on 29 Jan 2020) [Posted: 20200130th1020]
The Brown & Black Democratic Presidential Forum 2020
8 Democratic presidential hopefuls took questions from VICE News on Martin Luther King Jr. Day. Here’s what happened. (VICE News, YouTube, 23 Jan 2020] Event Date: 20 Jan 2020. Posted: 24 Jan 2020. This entire event video is about 4 hours with roughly 30 minutes going to each of the 8 candidates. You can skip… Continue reading The Brown & Black Democratic Presidential Forum 2020
Michael Bloomberg on The View (15 Jan 2020)
Presidential candidate Mike Bloomberg appeared on the view to discuss his campaign. Here are some excerpts from his appearance on the show. The View, YouTube, 15 Jan 2020. PART 1 PART 2 PART 3 PART 4 The View Bloomberg Discussion from 8 Nov 2019 PART 1 PART 2 [Posted: 20200116th0828]
Documentary: Mosul after ISIS (Deutsche Welle, 14 Jan 2020)
After nine months of devastating battle, Mosul was finally liberated from ISIS in July 2017. The city is the second largest in Iraq, and it was here that the Caliphate was proclaimed in 2014. A look at the situation in Mosul today. The rule of so-called Islamic State has left deep scars in Mosul. Thousands… Continue reading Documentary: Mosul after ISIS (Deutsche Welle, 14 Jan 2020)
Steve Bannon’s Master Plan for Europe (VICE News, 13 Jan 2020)
When President Trump’s former strategist, Steve Bannon, was ousted from his White House post, he didn’t disappear. He went to Europe and is heading up new projects to support right-wing populist parties that are currently surging across the continent. We sent Michael Moynihan to Sweden, Italy, and Belgium to track Bannon and see the rise… Continue reading Steve Bannon’s Master Plan for Europe (VICE News, 13 Jan 2020)