". . . After new law, McConnell warns CEOs: 'Stay out of politics' . . . "
Yeah Mitch, 'Stay out of politics you CEOs, until the next kickback to my account for quashing legislation that is helpful to the citizens of the U.S. or harmful to your bottom line . . . '
". . . Senate Republican leader Mitch McConnell says it's a “big lie” to call the new voting law in Georgia racist and he warned big business to “stay out of politics" after major corporations and even Major League Baseball distanced themselves from the state amid vast public pressure. . . "
. . . unless the corporation is one that provides him a kickback, of course.
(from https://www.thewrap.com/paul-simon-nbc-op-ed-footnote-bob-dylan-fans-react/) “It’s hard to imagine that in 200 years or more — when historians dig into the culture of the late 20th century — anyone but the Beatles and Bob Dylan will be worth more than a passing mention,” (Writer Jeff) Slate wrote. “That means Young and Joni Mitchell and Bruce Springsteen and, of course, Paul Simon — all giants in their day — will be no more than footnotes, at best, to Dylan and the Beatles, if only because history is a blunt instrument and doesn’t have room (at least not in the broadest sense) for subtlety.”
Newsflash for Jeff Slate! If neither Dylan nor the Beatles ever existed, there would still be a wealth of interesting, innovative, influential and entertaining late 20th century music (and culture) with substantial longevity. Sadly, but truthfully, the work of Jeff Slate would (and will) not be included in that vast body.
(from https://diymusician.cdbaby.com/music-promotion/influencer-marketing-for-indie-musicians/?utm_source=en&utm_medium=email&utm_content=btn&utm_campaign=diy_en_all_040121) ". . . What is an influencer?. . . According to our Modern Music Glossary, an influencer is: “Someone who has significant knowledge and a large following in a specific cultural landscape and can use that to influence purchasing decisions or trends among others who are part of that same community. Influencers often use social media to voice their opinions on the goings-on in their community.”. . . In the music industry, an influencer could be a critic who influences those who read their reviews, a label that defines listeners’ tastes, or a video creator on YouTube who uses music to connect with their followers. . ."
". . . (1) Attorney General Karl Racine has opened a criminal investigation into Trump’s actions on Jan. 6, when his supporters sacked the Capitol to try to stop Congress from certifying Biden’s win. . .
(2) Cyrus Vance Jr., the Manhattan District Attorney, is investigating potential tax crimes, insurance fraud and other financial crimes under state law. . .
(3) There are two investigations in Georgia, one where Trump pressured Secretary of State Brad Raffensperger (R) to “find” enough votes to let him win. . .
(4) At the same time, Leticia James, the New York attorney general, is conducting a civil investigation of the Trump organization’s alleged fraudulent real estate practices. . .
(5) In addition, two Democratic congressmen and the NAACP have filed lawsuits over the insurrection under the Ku Klux Klan Act of 1871 which bars violent interference in Congress’s constitutional duties. . .
(6) Trump’s niece, Dr. Mary Trump, has filed a lawsuit alleging he cheated her out of part of her inheritance. . .
(7) Trump is also fighting lawsuits by E. Jean Carroll and Summer Zervos, who allege that Trump sexually assaulted them and then defamed them when they called him out. . .
(8) He is also accused of paying hush money to two other women, Stormy Daniels and Karen McDougal. . .
(9) Twenty-four other women have accused Trump of sexual assault or harassment (https://twitter.com/postcards4USA/status/1317560278100463616/photo/1). . .
(10) He is also facing fraud charges with respect to a hotel in Panama, another hotel in Chicago, and misuse of 2017 inauguration funds. . .
(11) The AP has suggested that his Seven Springs country mansion may be one of his biggest problems. He has claimed tax deductions for a conservation easement that exceeds the value of the estate by more than double the cost. . .
(12) Trump is reportedly personally responsible for repaying $300 million in loans over the next four years, according to a New York Times analysis of his tax records. . .
(13) He has also issued a statement ordering the GOP to stop using his image and name to raise money; He wants it all to come to him, which could leave the Republican National Committee strapped for cash and affect some individual campaigns. . .
(14) Attorneys have sent cease-and-desist letters to GOP committees demanding they stop using his name in fundraising appeals, but the RNC has rejected the order.