In today’s news, protests in Bahrain continue to heat up, Wisconsinites turn out in huge numbers to battle the Governor’s proposal to cut benefits and hinder union progress, and Obama and Zuckerberg meet up to discuss the tech world.
CRUCIAL
US Reporter Beaten Covering Bahrain Unrest, http://bit.ly/fzn6IW
With violent protests erupting across the Middle East many are concerned about the safety of American journalists in the region. Miguel Marquez and Lara Logan are just two of those facing the most brutal attacks.
Angry Demonstrations in Wisconsin as Cuts Loom, http://nyti.ms/gjEqrG
Governor Scott Walker has created plans to lessen the deficit by forcing public workers to pay more for health insurance. The increase in cost brought out tons of angry protesters to the capital and to the Governor’s home.
Experts: Chris Christie’s Moment is Now, http://politi.co/h534FC
Although Christie denies that he will be running in 2012, a bipartisan panel agreed after seeing a speech he delivered yesterday that he is “oval office ready.”
Gery Chico Runs for Mayor on his City Hall, Business Credentials, http://bit.ly/dH3U5D
Chico hopes that his native Chicago spirit and big ideas can put him in a runoff with front runner Rahm Emanuel.
Obama to Meet with Mark Zuckerberg Thursday, http://abcn.ws/hMJsz0
President Obama will be addressing Zuckberg and other leaders in the technological world as a follow up to his State of the Union address about innovative technology, and how it impacts our country.
Jay Carney’s Debut as White House Press Secretary: No News, No Hits, No Errors, http://aol.it/fZ9Nfj
Carney successfully makes it through his first round of questions as Obama’s new press secretary without any major hiccups. He did however, avoid answering a couple of tricky questions, though this is not unusual behavior.
CULTURAL:
Justin Bieber, future politician?: http://bit.ly/ee2I7h
Oscar nom, graffiti sleuth Banksy tags LA billboard: http://bit.ly/eLPJ42
Baby no. 2 for Jessica Alba: http://bit.ly/heYRtf
Lost start Michael Emerson reunites with J.J. Abrams in CBS pilot: http://bit.ly/dOYEti
Seinfeld’s Uncle Leo dies at 88: http://bit.ly/fWgrPU
Will Harry Potter stars stay famous after the final film this summer?: http://eonli.ne/gcZrOC
Tags: 2012 Election, Bahrain, Chicago Mayor Election, Chris Christie, Facebook, Gery Chico, Harry Potter, J.J. Abrams, Jay Carney, Jessica Alba, Justin Bieber, Mark Zuckerberg, Michael Emerson, Obama, oscars, Seinfeld, Wisconsin
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That is NOT what most of the protesters in Madison are most concerned about. The bill essentially eliminates collective bargaining for public employees. This is about our freedom to organize for workplace fairness!
Here’s a question each of the younger generation of voters should ask themselves: “Why isn’t anyone from Wall Street in jail?” Rolling Stone magazine has all the answers. The sooner you realize that your future is doomed by the status quo in Washington, the better the chance you might have a different future.
http://www.rollingstone.com/politics/news/why-isnt-wall-street-in-jail-20110216