Stop Trump's Assault on the Endangered Species Act. Bob Fertik, Democrats.com.

Stop Trump's Assault on the Endangered Species Act SIGN THE PETITION » Trump has gutted the Endangered Species Act — and the Center for Biological Diversity's kick-ass team of lawyers, scientists and organizers are fighting back with everything we've got. But we need your voice right now too. The Act is the single-most important lifeline for more than 1,700 species from coast to coast — and Trump is shredding it in the name of corporate profits. These new regulations are a sick, cruel gift to industry that will make it easier to bulldoze, mine, drill, log and destroy some of the last remaining habitat for polar bears, monarch butterflies, whooping cranes and so many others. Tell Congress to stand up to Trump's gutting of the Endangered Species Act and defend this bedrock environmental law. Here’s a glimpse of what Trump’s new policies will do: "Threatened" wildlife will no longer receive any level of protection; Developers will be allowed to bulldoze, mine, drill and log in crucial habitat; Wildlife awaiting help could face even longer life-threatening delays. This is personal for us. The Center has been battling right-wingers' attempts to destroy the Endangered Species Act for decades and we've never seen anything like what Trump just pulled. Act now to stop this violent assault on America's most vulnerable creatures. Whenever wildlife are at risk, no one goes to court faster than the Center for Biological Diversity. We've filed more than 150 lawsuits — about one per week — against Trump and his lackeys to protect the wild. You have a part to play too when it comes to protecting wildlife from Trump. This is no time to sit on the sidelines. Across the globe, 1 million species are at risk of going extinct. There’s still hope, but we need the Endangered Species Act to win. Act. Resist. Sign the petition: Tell Congress to fight Trump's nightmare attack on America's endangered species. This is a do-or-die moment for saving the Endangered Species Act.  CENTER FOR BIOLOGICAL DIVERSITY. Democrats.com is the oldest online community of progressive activists, with over 3 million supporters. We fight for jobs, justice, healthcare, education, the environment, and peace. We're supported by great progressive partners so we never ask for donations. Please join us at Democrats.com!

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PSEUDOSCIENCE ON TELEVISION- BEWARE OF THE "EXPERT."

WHAT A SHAME- A look at the low points in the modern media. 

As I said in the last Post on this Subject, Titles can mean very little, so be careful when the Narrators sing the Praises of the "EXPERT."  

 Examples;

-  "ANCIENT ASTRONAUT THEORISTS" IS CURRENTLY BEING USED ON CERTAIN CABLE TELEVISION SHOWS.  WHAT PROFESSIONAL STATURE OR LEVEL OF EXPERTISE IN ANY BRANCH OF SCIENCE IS CONFERRED UPON THOSE WHO USE THIS TITLE?  ABSOLUTELY NONE.  I COULD CALL MYSELF A "JOLLY GREEN GIANT THEORIST," AND IT WOULD CARRY THE SAME LEVEL OF VALIDITY IN THE SCIENTIFIC COMMUNITY.

      

-  "BIGFOOT" RESEARCHERS WHO CLAIM TO HAVE KNOWLEDGE OF THE CREATURES APPEARANCE, HABITS, BEHAVIOR, AND EVEN VOCALIZATIONS.  THE PROBLEM?  THEY HAVE NOT ONE SHRED OF SOLID EVIDENCE THAT CAN BE STUDIED, TESTED, AND EVALUATED IN A PROPER LABORATORY SETTING.  ANECDOTAL CLAIMS ARE MEANINGLESS, IN TERMS OF THE SCIENTIFIC METHOD, UNLESS THEY CAN BE BACKED UP BY PROPER SUPPORTING DATA. 

-  SORRY, BUT NO OCCUPATION SHOULD GIVE YOU A "FREE PASS," IN TERMS OF ACCEPTING YOUR TESTIMONY AS TRUE, AND BEYOND REPROACH.  THIS INCLUDES ACADEMICS, TEACHERS, PILOTS , POLICEMAN , MILITARY PERSONNEL etc.  OBSERVATION BIAS, PRECONCEIVED CONCLUSIONS, CULTURAL BACKGROUND, AND RELIGIOUS FAITH ARE SOME OF THE INFLUENCES THAT CAN AFFECT THE WAY ANYONE PERCEIVES A GIVEN EVENT, AND PSYCHOLOGICALLY EVALUATES IT INTO A PERSONAL FRAME OF REFERENCE AS TO WHAT ACTUALLY OCCURRED, AND WHAT IS STORED IN LONG AND SHORT TERM MEMORY.

THE RULES OF LOGIC, AND THE PROPER PROCEDURES INVOLVED IN EMPLOYING THE SCIENTIFIC METHOD MUST BE OBEYED BY EVERYONE. GRANDIOSE TITLES, NAME RECOGNITION, OR EVEN PREVIOUS ACHIEVEMENTS DO NOT ALLOW FOR SHORTCUTS IN PROVING THE REALITY OF ANY PHENOMENA.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                            

BLAST FROM THE PAST, 2/14/2017: SELLING AMERICAS SOUL- "PRESIDENT" DONALD TRUMPS LATEST ADVERTORIAL.

The DEMOCRATIC PARTY, AND THE MEDIA, FREQUENTLY COMMENT ON DONALD TRUMPS BUSINESS ARRANGEMENTS, AS HE ASSUMES THE RESPONSIBILITIES OF POTUS. THIS IS DONE REGARDING POSSIBLE CONFLICTS OF INTEREST, AND THE ROLE THE PRESIDENT MUST ASSUME AS THIS COUNTRIES LEADER, WITH ANY OUTSIDE INTERESTS BEING TURNED OVER TO OTHER INDIVIDUALS. EVEN HIS RECENT COMMENTS REGARDING HIS DAUGHTERS PRODUCT LINE BEING DISCONTINUED, COULD BE CONSIDERED A CONFLICT OF INTEREST, SOMETHING THAT CANNOT BE ALLOWED FOR THE PERSON OCCUPYING THE OVAL OFFICE.

WITH ALL THAT, CAN YOU TELL ME WHY THIS IS 
STILL GOING ON?

THE PRESIDENT OF THE UNITED STATES USING HIS OFFICE TO BRING IN MORE BUSINESS.

WHILE THE CLIENT MAY CHANGE, YOU CAN SEE THAT THIS IS, BASICALLY, THE SAME SALES PITCH THAT HAS BEEN USED IN THE PAST. THIS INCLUDES THE FOLLOWING DISCLAIMER LOCATED AT THE BOTTOM OF THE PAGE;

These statements have not been evaluated or endorsed by Donald Trump or the Trump companies.

The use of CNN, CNN.com and any and all trademarks belonging to or relating to CNN are used for entertainment purposes only. This information was not written, reviewed or approved by any employee or representative of CNN or any of its affiliates. CNN does not endorse or approve any of the comments made in this advertorial.

Internet Profit is not affiliated with Donald Trump, or any of the Trump companies. Any and all quotations attributed to President Trump in the above advertorial do not represent the opinions of President Trump in any way. These products and services not affiliated with Donald Trump or any of the Trump companies. This piece is purely for entertainment purposes only.

(APPARENTLY CNN AND DONALD TRUMP ARE NOT FEUDING ANYMORE.)

I HAVE ALREADY PUBLISHED PREVIOUS EXAMPLES 
OF DONALD TRUMP "ADVERTORIALS," WHICH ARE 
ALL BASICALLY "GET RICH QUICK" PROGRAMS BEING RUN ON THE INTERNET.

THE BIG DIFFERENCE- IT IS NOW "PRESIDENT" DONALD TRUMP.

I HAVE NOT REPRINTED THE ENTIRE AD, SO AS NOT TO GIVE FREE SPACE TO THE CLIENT. BELOW IS THE FIRST PART. YOU CAN COMPARE THIS TO PREVIOUS ADS.

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President Trump releases his new Program to help Americans earn wealth!

HE HAS EARNED MILLIONS - HE WANTS YOU TO DO THE SAME!

By Michael Pearson, Faith Karimi and Joe Sutton, CNN

Trump's Program is Designed to Help Americans DOUBLE or even TRIPLE their income this year alone!

Trump Speaks to a packed audience detailing his program Internet Profits

(CNN) Speaking before a packed auditorium Donald Trump revealed the secret economic plan behind his "Make America Great Again" initiative. "It's no secret that the Average American is earning less today than they were before the 2008 recession." Stated President Trump. "The reason is simple. There are people who know how to make money very easily, and they've rigged the system for themselves without sharing their secrets with people who really need it."

"I'm going to change all that" Mr. Trump added.

"It's time that people realized the amazing potential the American people have to create income for themselves and their families. The truth is, the average American can double or even triple their income today without making any changes to their current lifestyle." President Trump went on.

The secret, he says, is in taking advantage of the leverage available on the internet.

"It's no secret that I made my fortune in real estate and television, because those were the best opportunities available at the time. But times have changed. Right now, an average American with no special skills and no investment can go out and start earning income online today."

Mr, Trump says the best opportunity available is a new program called Internet Profits which teaches regular people to take advantage of this massive internet opportunity quickly and easily, and even places them with real online companies that pay them for their time comlpeting simple tasks.

"Heather Smith is absolutely changing the world with her Internet Profits program" he said. "Normally, rich people keep the secrets to their wealth to themselves. But Sara, she has found an amazing opportunity, and she is sharing it with everyone. That's incredible."

Trump has not hidden his affection for Ms. Smith. He has recently been praising her on social media for her efforts to teach regular people how to create amazing wealth in their spare time.

We investigated the claims made by President Trump and Ms. Smith, and what we found is nothing short of amazing. This LIMITED TIME PROGRAM is only available through this SPECIAL PROGRAM - Trump is sharing his secets for a DRASTICALLY REDUCED sign up fee.

TRUMP WANTS THIS PROGRAM TO BE AVAILABLE TO EVERYONE so its being offered for a REDUCED FEE for a LIMITED TIME ONLY:

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