Morning News Stories: You will see these stories throughout today, August 5, 2015.

Washington Post:
FBI looking into the security of Hillary Clinton's private e-mail setup  —  Hillary Rodham Clinton has said that the private e-mail server she used as secretary of state “had numerous safeguards.  It was on property guarded by the Secret Service.  And there were no security breaches.”
 
Editor's notes:  This may be the lead story of the day,  if not the Fox Debates.  It is significant that Obama's DOJ has asked the FBI to investigate.  
 
Fox News:
Fox News announces candidate line-up for prime-time debate  —  Fox News has announced the line-up for the prime-time Republican presidential debate this Thursday, and here's who qualified:  —  Real estate magnate Donald Trump; former Florida Gov. Jeb Bush; Wisconsin Gov. Scott Walker … 
 
Editor's notes: Perry failed to make the top ten,  as did Carly Fiorina,  a favorite of this editor.  John Kasich's inclusion in the top ten,  is note worthy,  in view of his late entry into the race.  He has been called a "bleeding heart conservative,"  and that may count for something.   We will find out beginning Thursday,  5:50 pm pt.  (Those who did not make the primetime slot,  will debate beginning around 2 pm, pt.). 
 
 
Julian Hattem / The Hill:
Highest-ranking Jewish House Democrat opposes Iran deal  —  The highest-ranking Jewish Democrat in the House announced his opposition to the nuclear accord with Iran on Tuesday, in a blow to the Obama administration's lobbying efforts.  —  “I'm going to vote against the Iran deal,” … 
 
Editor's notes:  Congress has 90 days to make its decision.  A lot can happen during that time,  and most of it is not good for the Administration.  
 
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6 comments:

  1. AnonymousAugust 5, 2015 at 12:03 PM

    Sanders beats Walker by six to seven points, depending on whether all voters or likely voters are counted -- a near-landslide margin

    http://www.huffingtonpost.com/h-a-goodman/almost-every-major-poll-shows-bernie-sanders_b_7937906.html

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    1. John SmithsonAugust 5, 2015 at 12:29 PM

      I assume the above comment came from Tennessee B, I would have posted this sooner, but I was laughing too hard to get it done. Sanders beats Walker !!!! Wow. I think you were just trying to mess up my day.

      One more thing -- just to be clear: I think a national ranking and a PhD in any field of music are profound accomplishments. I could ask, "Do you play in your short shorts," but that would be me messing with you . . . . . . and I think the "short shorts" reference gets under your skin, so I will leave it alone.

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    2. AnonymousAugust 5, 2015 at 3:10 PM

      I will proudly wear the USA Olympic uniform supplied to me by USA Track and Field when I compete at the World Championships this weekend. If the tights are too short for you, complain to the US Olympic Committee and Nike.

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    3. John SmithsonAugust 5, 2015 at 4:21 PM

      You really don't read with a view to comprehension and I am tired of your accusatory attitude when responding with me. You wanted me to treat you with "respect." And when I clearly made the effort, you respond with a put down. Go to hell. I am done with your stupidity and empty headed partisanship.

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    4. AnonymousAugust 5, 2015 at 4:59 PM

      You are about the last person I would desire any respect from.

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    5. John SmithsonAugust 5, 2015 at 5:07 PM

      Then stop whining about deserving respect. Good thing you can run fast. Probably had a lot reason in high school what with those short shorts and all. Just be glad you do not live next door to me.

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