Evening Roundup, July 21
Cyclospora is the new slim fast diet, suing for scholarships?, World Cup culture, election conspiracy theories, Nolan Xavier Wells deserves justice, and hold ICE accountable
Spotlight Story
Does the Bible Want You to Have Diarrhea?
Recent news reports alleged the explosive outbreak of cyclospora-induced diarrhea in 34 states could be traced to lettuce produced by Taylor Farms, the largest producer in the country. (In the past day the FDA has walked back its claim tying the lettuce to Taylor Farms, but some people, noting that Taylor Farms
Hot Mic
The Lawsuit Against the Congressional Black Caucus Foundation Scholarship Explained
By Alphonso David
No one has been selected, nor has anyone been rejected, so why is a conservative group suing?
The Unavoidable World Cup Culture Wars
By Megan Armstrong
Politics inserted itself into the beautiful game. Could have been any other way?
World Cup Culture Clash
Not Even Trump Could Kill the World Cup Buzz
Donald Trump tried to co-opt Spain’s World Cup victory Sunday by photobombing the trophy ceremony and repeatedly ignoring polite attempts to usher him off the stage.
Conspiracy Corner
We Cannot Dismiss Trump’s Speech on Election Conspiracy Theories
Donald Trump’s conspiracy laden 25-minute primetime address to the nation last week landed with a thud and was widely panned as a rehash of years-old grievances centered on his long-debunked claim that the 2020 election was stolen.
Dems: an order of magnitude better than the Trump & Co packs of depraved sociopaths. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=V_i38-qjtbI Please, 86 47 & his capos with a Blue Tsunami. #VoteBlue!
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=s6ji9EFt9Lg