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Robinson: The unhinged presidency
WASHINGTON — The flood of bizarre pronouncements and behavior from President Trump is likely to get worse, I fear. He is now completely unfiltered — and, apparently, increasingly untethered to reality.
Quick, can you name the White House press secretary? Do you have any idea what she looks or sounds like? Stephanie Grisham has held that job for nearly two months now, but if her name doesn’t ring any bells, it’s because she hasn’t yet given a single official press briefing. Trump has foolishly decided to act as his own exclusive spokesman, putting all his prejudices, misconceptions, resentments, insecurities, grudges and fears on ugly display.
The result is what we witnessed Wednesday on the White House lawn. On his way to the waiting Marine One chopper, Trump paused and took questions from reporters for 35 minutes, unfazed by the midday 89-degree heat and smothering humidity. He made much news and little sense.
When he looked to the sky and proclaimed that “I am the chosen one,” he was clearly referring to his trade war with China. But you had to wonder whether his egomania, which we’re accustomed to, may have blossomed into full-scale delusions of grandeur.
Again and again, he tried desperately to compare himself favorably with his predecessor, Barack Obama. He did so by telling ridiculous lies that are easily disproved by the historical record — no, Obama didn’t institute the cruel policy of separating thousands of migrant families at the border, Trump did; no, Obama wasn’t denied permission to land Air Force...
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49ers vs. Chiefs: 3 studs, 3 duds
SANTA CLARA – Three exhibitions complete, three victories in hand and time now to reveal the three studs and three duds from the 49ers’ 27-17 win Saturday night at Kansas City:
THREE STUDS
1. Quarterback Jimmy Garoppolo
No one faced more pressure to thrive, aside from those desperados on the roster bubble. Garoppolo rallied. He got past his short shift in Denver. He blocked out the emotions of returning where he injured his knee. He regained his accuracy after early misses, and he came away completing 70 percent of his passes (14-of-20), averaging 9.4 yards per attempt, dropping a 33-yard gem to Richie James and dialing up a 20-yard TD to Matt Breida.
Aside from his personal feats, Garoppolo summed up the better, bigger picture: “We had a couple long drives to get us right for the season. That’s real football when you get into the nine-, 10- and 11-play drives.” (Note: Garoppolo produced drives of 11, 7, 3, 11 and 7 plays.)
San Francisco 49ers quarterback Jimmy Garoppolo (10) throws a pass behind offensive guard Mike Person (68) during the first half of an NFL preseason football game against the Kansas City Chiefs in Kansas City, Mo., Saturday, Aug. 24, 2019. (AP Photo/Charlie Riedel) 2. Running back Matt Breida
It may be just semantics of whether Breida or Tevin Coleman get the “starter” title, and both surely will be used a lot. But Breida continually raises his game, shows impressive burst and now is gaining trust as a receiver. Those are the traits the 49ers sought...
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Letter: Kudos to state for blocking Trump’s auto emission rollbacks
Re: “Trump hits auto emission roadblock” (Page A1, East Bay Times, Aug. 21)
I wish to thank my great state of California for doing the right thing for the environment.
California has plenty of problems of its own, but I think it is doing an admirable job limiting the damage the Trump administration is trying to do to our environment. Trump and his oil business cronies seem intent on rolling back commonsense gas mileage standards. These standards would keep 6 billion tons of carbon dioxide from entering our atmosphere, would result in lower auto expenses for people because they wouldn’t have to spend extra money on gas, and have been previously approved by automakers.Related Articles
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Many times California’s sheer size and complexity work against it. In this case, it was able to put its muscle to good use and work around this petty and ill-advised attempt to worsen our environment. Keep up the good work.
John McCormickLafayette
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Letter: Reid-Hillview Airport has been asset to San Jose
Re: “What are San Jose’s options if Reid-Hillview ever closes?” (Page B1, Mercury News, Aug. 22)
I take issue with the gist of this article in the Aug. 22 paper. I was flying there in the 1960s, and there was only one neighborhood nearby.
The pilots association there at the time advised San Jose not to build anymore neighborhoods close by or there could be serious conflicts in the future. Related Articles
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‘Lick your wounds, come in tomorrow and do your job’: A closer look at the Athletics’ rare bullpen meltdown
Well sure enough; guess what? Poor planning, but the airport was there first. and has always been a valuable asset to the city.
Ronald TomaselloMorgan Hill
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Letter: Trump backers aren’t all racist, but support hateful policies
Re: “Are Democrats calling all Trump backers white supremacist?” (Letters to the Editor, Eastbaytimes.com, Aug. 22)
The author of this letter claims that calling the president a white supremacist calls all Trump supporters white supremacists. This is not true. You do not have to be a racist to support Trump. But make no mistake, you are supporting a racist.Related Articles
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‘Lick your wounds, come in tomorrow and do your job’: A closer look at the Athletics’ rare bullpen meltdown
While you may make the argument that you only support Trump’s approach to the economy and world diplomacy, you can not excuse or justify the hate Trump fosters and promotes. Trump supporters have simply named the price of their souls.
Chris TaubeAlameda
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Julie Jason: Enrolled agents are another option for tax help
This year, it will be important to start the process of interacting with your tax professional early — perhaps even now. Why? Last year’s tax-act changes caused some surprises, such as underwithholding tax payments.
Julie Jason In that connection, let me share that tax help is not the sole province of CPAs. A reader, Philip Levine, EA, MBA, pointed out to me that last week’s column about choosing an accountant did not “mention the benefits and power of hiring an Enrolled Agent (EAs), which I feel does a real disservice to your readers.”
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Levine points out: “While we may not have the same amount of ‘branding’ as a CPA … EAs, unlike un-enrolled preparers, are enrolled to practice before the IRS like CPAs or Attorneys, must pass an extensive federal exam, have ongoing continuing education requirements, are subject to the rules and regulations of the IRS Office of Professional Responsibility, but can also practice and represent tax clients from anywhere within the United States unlike other professionals who may be limited by their state licensing.”
Levine, who is a board member of the San Francisco South Bay Chapter of the Mission Society of Enrolled Agents, is absolutely correct.
So, in case you haven’t come across enrolled agents, here is a little history.
Enrolled agents have been around a long time —...
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Word Game: Aug. 25, 2019
TODAY’S WORD — BRIGANDS (BRIGANDS: BRIG-ends: Bandits; outlaws.)
Average mark 42 words
Time limit 60 minutes
Can you find 59 or more words in BRIGANDS?
TODAY’S WORD — BRIGANDS band bang bard
baring barn basin basing bias bind bird brad brag braid brain bran brand brig bring bris rabid
raid rain rang rani rasing riband rind ring gain garb gird gnar grab gradin grain grand grid grin
grind arid nadir naris dais daring darn ding disbar drab drag drain drib said sand sang sard sari
sign sing snag
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RULES OF THE GAME:
1. Words must be of four or more letters.
2. Words that acquire four letters by the addition of “s,” such as “bats” or “dies,” are not allowed.
3. Additional words made by adding a “d” or an “s” may not be used. For example, if “bake” is used, “baked” or “bakes” are not allowed, but “bake” and “baking” are admissible.
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When Tourists Struggle to Read Between the Lines
Pinterest Board CommanderWhy do Japanese tourists visit the U.S. at a much higher rate than American tourists visit Japan? Intercultural communications experts may have provided one reason.[ ...]The Creator
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When All Else Fails: Hold Steady
Pinterest Board Commander
There is no shortage in today’s world of methods for treating depression. Ranging from a regime of medication to more naturalistic approaches that rely on identifying sensitivities of diet and exercise. It is great to have all these options and more to choose from, because everyone is different and different methods work for different people. But management of many different approaches can become exhausting and what about when they simply don’t work?
For someone who struggles with cyclical depression, the heavy return of symptoms can seem to compound suffering even more. It feels like you work so hard, do all the right things, push yourself to the limit, seek all the resources, do all the work, confront the self-discovery, only to feel as though you are brought back to square one, hiding under the covers from your day to day life again. It can feel like nothing is working. It can feel like wasted effort. It can feel like making no progress. The pattern is almost more...[ ...]The Creator
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Bridge: Aug. 25, 2019
I was in the club lounge with Cy the Cynic when a kibitzer came in from the penny game. There had been a ruckus.
“Rose just asked Grapefruit if he would take $100 to resign from the club,” the kibitzer said wearily.
“If I were Grapefruit,” Cy muttered, “I would hold out for a better offer.”
Grapefruit, our acid-tongued member, berates his partners mercilessly.
“What brought this on?” I asked.
It seemed that Grapefruit, today’s West, led the three of hearts against South’s four spades, and East took the ace and returned the queen. Declarer won — Grapefruit followed with the deuce — and led the queen of trumps, losing the finesse.
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“You should have known the man had no more hearts,” East growled.
Grapefruit told the kibitzers that East was a few peas short of a casserole, whereupon Rose, who had been dummy, made her not-so-tender offer.
Both East and West were wrong. Grapefruit should return a diamond after taking his ace; if declarer had a heart loser, he would have discarded it on dummy’s clubs before he led trumps. (If he held Q J 9 7 5 2, K 9 5, 5, A 6 2, East would have bid.)
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Horoscopes: Aug. 25, 2019
CELEBRITIES BORN ON THIS DAY: Blake Lively, 32; Tim Burton, 61; Elvis Costello, 65; Sean Connery, 89.
Happy Birthday: A positive change is within reach. Consider what you want and how best to reach your target. Planning and using all your attributes to lay the foundation for success will lead to the rewards you are looking for personally. Love, romance and exploring how to get the most out of life will bring you the happiness you deserve. Believe in yourself. Your numbers are 4, 16, 21, 27, 36, 42, 47.
ARIES (March 21-April 19): Take a moment. You need to chill. Rethink your position in life and where you see yourself heading. Refuse to let others make decisions for you or give in to something that isn’t going to fulfill your dreams, hopes and wishes. 2 stars
TAURUS (April 20-May 20): Put your plans in motion. Strive to reach your personal goals. Show someone how much you care, and make decisions that will improve your lifestyle as well as your future emotionally, physically and concerning essential relationships. 4 stars
GEMINI (May 21-June 20): Keep your emotions well-hidden, or someone will use your vulnerabilities to his or her advantage. Intelligence will help you overcome being railroaded into something you know you shouldn’t do. Surround yourself with reliable people. Don’t reveal private information. 3 stars
CANCER (June 21-July 22): Live and learn. Be observant, and you’ll discover valuable information. Time spent with friends, relatives or your lover will bring about a positive change to the way you...
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How to Look 15 Years Younger!
We have all seen it happen!
Losing weight has so many benefits, one of which is that it can make you look so many years younger. 30 years ago, my aunty lost 4 stone over the year and when we next met, I SERIOUSLY didn’t recognise her. Not only was she slim but also with a makeover looked 20 years younger and those youthful looks have stayed with her to this day.
So, forget wasting money on expensive miracle rejuvenation creams and lotions, and lose a few lbs instead because it could make all the difference.
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Saif Ali Khan sheds kilos, looks at least 15 years younger!
Saif Ali Khan is currently earning critical acclaim for his role in a currently popular web series. He also has big films lined up in the months ahead. What is also commendable is that despite keeping a busy schedule, Saif Ali Khan has lost oodles of weight and looks younger than ever!
The actor was recently spotted outside the airport with his family and evidently, there is a remarkable difference in his appearance. Our guess? The strict diet Bollywood’s Nawab has been following in the recent months has worked well for him!
(Picture credits: Yogen Shah)
However, Saif’s weight loss journey hasn’t been as easy as it sounds. Can you believe that the actor, who has never worked out under a gym trainer in 48 years of his life did all the self-coaching and transformed himself?
Following a no-carb, no-sugar diet
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How to Look 15 Years Younger!
We have all seen it happen!
Losing weight has so many benefits, one of which is that it can make you look so many years younger. 30 years ago, my aunty lost 4 stone over the year and when we next met, I SERIOUSLY didn’t recognise her. Not only was she slim but also with a makeover looked 20 years younger and those youthful looks have stayed with her to this day.
So, forget wasting money on expensive miracle rejuvenation creams and lotions, and lose a few lbs instead because it could make all the difference.
If you need a little help check out the perfect weight loss solution.
Saif Ali Khan sheds kilos, looks at least 15 years younger!
Saif Ali Khan is currently earning critical acclaim for his role in a currently popular web series. He also has big films lined up in the months ahead. What is also commendable is that despite keeping a busy schedule, Saif Ali Khan has lost oodles of weight and looks younger than ever!
The actor was recently spotted outside the airport with his family and evidently, there is a remarkable difference in his appearance. Our guess? The strict diet Bollywood’s Nawab has been following in the recent months has worked well for him!
(Picture credits: Yogen Shah)
However, Saif’s weight loss journey hasn’t been as easy as it sounds. Can you believe that the actor, who has never worked out under a gym trainer in 48 years of his life did all the self-coaching and transformed himself?
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Problem Solved: Help! My NordicTrack keeps freezing up and no one can fix it
Q: I ordered a NordicTrack Commercial 2950 Treadmill and paid an extra $249 for “white glove” in-home delivery and assembly.
Christopher Elliott When the company delivered my treadmill, it left before confirming that it worked. The next day, we discovered the treadmill didn’t function properly. The belt didn’t move and the screen froze.
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We contacted NordicTrack and tried to troubleshoot by phone. A representative told us we needed to take apart the exercise machine and install a new part.
NordicTrack sent us a new control board, which my husband installed. After that, the belt moved but the screen still froze and is inoperable, despite several hard resets.
NordicTrack sent a technician over, who disassembled and then reassembled the treadmill. The belt worked, but the screen was slow and the calibration was off. I told the company we would try to fix the calibration issues by phone, but after one week of troubleshooting and hard resets, the treadmill does not work. The belt starts and stops, and the screen freezes. I want NordicTrack to refund the $4,461 I spent. Can you help?
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Study provides evidence that loving-kindness meditation slows cellular aging
Pinterest Board CommanderIn new research published in Psychoneuroendocrinology, scientists have shown that loving-kindness meditation has a positive impact at the cellular level. The study examined how different types of meditation influenced telomere length, an indicator of physiological aging. Telomeres are the end caps of DNA on our chromosomes, which help in DNA replication and get shorter over [ ...]The Creator
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Study finds heroic music stimulates empowering and motivating thoughts
Pinterest Board CommanderA study published in the journal Scientific Reports provides new insights into the effects of music on thoughts. The research indicates that heroic music tends to evoke more empowering and motivating thoughts, while sad music tends to evoke more relaxing or depressive thoughts. “While people spend a great deal of time listening to music, our [ ...]The Creator
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