Frank Chow: Asian- American Political Pundit

 I'd like to see some pushback about the death penalty. The death penalty is inhumane. Period. And Florida is going to execute a 13th man this year . No civil society operates the way Florida does. It's barbaric. DeSantis really is a sick and depraved leader, but we know that. The fact is, I don't see any Dems equating this to the Republican way, bloodthirsty. From vaccines to public health data to lettuce, Republicans don't care about you.  Here are your highlights:   Antisemitic attacks in Florida race for Rep condemned by both parties .  This won't be the last we hear of this . Penn State fraternities busted in cocaine ring.  The AI job boom For Men Only .  New non-profit app helps McDonald's get to work and get help .  Ruh-roh. Something's weird about the White House's response to Ossoff mentioning cult-member Natalie Harp . I am Frank Chow, and I approve this message. 

 It keeps raining. It keeps flooding. And it's apparent our government doesn't give a damn. Sadly, multiple people died in Indiana experiencing the worst flooding in 30 years. More than 128,000 people are without power. Here in Illinois, we've seen unprecedented flooding, tornadoes, and heavy rain. Today might be the first day without it. Here's hoping. As our world continues to warm, more people should've listened to Al Gore.  Here are your highlights:   An endless and stupid war in Iran .  "Save the cheerleader, save the world." RIP to Hayden Panettiere . There's something rotten in Hollywood; one of these days we'll get the truth.  Trump Bank? The blatant corruption is the point.   British Prime Minister was texting a Susie Wiles impostor .  China keeps careful watch on the mourning of former premier Zhu Rongji . Could Universal Healthcare save $1trillion? One study thinks so . I'm not sure Medicare for All is the path, but damn, we've ...

 School starts next week. I've seen countless pictures of kids on their first day of school (some start earlier). Our kids are stocked up and ready to go. It's wild how summer went so fast. I try to remind our girls that these summers are the best. That the time we spend together isn't infinite. But they're kids. So I hold them tighter, put on a movie, make popcorn, and soak it in. Some things in life are still good.  Here are your highlights: What's going on in the West Bank? And what's going on with Huckabee?   The ongoing water crisis in Puerto Rico .  Should we be worried? Credit card debt nearing record .  Jeffries calls for court reform. Hell yeah.  The majority-minority change in rural America.   No one is safe. ICE is targeting Asian and Pacific Islanders .  I am Frank Chow, and I approve this message. 

 A tornado touched down near our home Tuesday. It was really close. The debris. The damage. It's something I've never seen before. Luckily, everyone we know is okay. The trees look like they exploded. I drove slowly around downed wires. Folks were without power for over 18 hours. Some still are. Climate Change is here. And we have an administration that denies it. That refuses to give relief funds to states that didn't vote for the Orange Menace. We're okay and safe. Today or tomorrow might not be the same.  Here are your highlights:  The war in Iran is mentally draining our service members . Some have tried to literally jump ship.  Photos of yesterday's Solar Eclipse .  They're killing the arts .  A medical expert asks questions that the media won't. Trump's health is fucking bad . *paging Jake Tapper* El-Sayed's odd blind spot on Court Reform .  A surprising win for Crowley might lead to more wins in Wisconsin .  I am Frank Chow, and I approve t...

  Trump let journalists and Rubio , among others, be the decoy. I'm still trying to wrap my head around the catering cart getaway. Every day of this administration becomes more absurd. This "macho" man getting carted away, literally, to avoid a potential threat from Iran is funny, but also WTF. Someone, please explain to me what's going on because this is yet another unprecedented event. God help us all.  Here are your highlights:  Prediction markets got Hong's defeat all wrong .  I hate this framing so much. "Woke 1"   We were hit bad yesterday by storms. A software glitch prevented timely warnings in the Midwest .  Houthi attack kills six  people in the Red Sea.  ICE needs to be dismantled. They now have gloves that can shock people .  Lebanon becomes the first Middle Eastern country to ban the death penalty . America needs to do the same.  I am Frank Chow, and I approve this message. 

 "Cancel Culture" wasn't a thing. I know on X (Twitter) they believe it existed, but it didn't. No one can name a public figure who was cancelled. Of the people that should've been cancelled, all are still working , some thriving , and some nominated for awards ! Yet, white dude posters keep acting like if they say something absurd, offensive, or ignorant, WE WILL CANCEL THEM. Whatever that means. God forbid this world has consequences. So the next time someone uses that phrase, take them less seriously.  Here are your highlights:  An Art School reveals decades of child abuse . Trump has been rolling back Offshore Wind, costing jobs . WHILE THE WORLD BURNS.  RFK Jr. is trying to kill kids, changes vaccine schedule.   I know all cities are disgusting, crime-ridden cesspools; however, violent crime is going down .  Polymarket shouldn't exist .  The turn by Laura Loomer to pro-Ukraine is a MAGA turf war.   I am Frank Chow, and I approve this message....

I had an unfortunate accident this weekend. My youngest was following me down the stairs and tripped; she then fell on my legs, knocking me down the stairs. She's kind of a klutz. I tumbled down the stairs and immediately had back spasms. This morning they continued. I'm due for an MRI, so I guess...good timing? I'm in pain. I'm frustrated. I'm tired. But I've been here before. Maybe a third back surgery will be the charm.  Here are your highlights:   Nearly 50 people have died in a 7.4 earthquake in Colombia .  It's clear Bibi owns Trump; he rejected Trump's Gaza plan .  After 30 years, 2Pac's murder trial begins.  I grew up during the height of the East Coast West Coast rivalry. Dating myself, but this case will hopefully bring some closure.  AOC is playing into the Right's BS about cancel culture .  Tehran says "no military solution" to Hormuz reopening .  Speaking of Iran. US Petroleum reserves are the lowest they've been since ...

 In Trump's mind, this is the best economy ever. He brags that everything is going great! He's doing great. His kids are doing great. Their corruption has made them billions. Yet, the economy itself is blah. The most recent jobs report is a bit muddy , but the headlines read " Employers cut 23,000 jobs ." That's not a good look, and with gas prices high due to his stupid, idiotic war in Iran, he looks even more delusional.  Here are your highlights:  Sen. Lisa Murkowski has discovered her spine . She's a "no" on Blanche.  Israel has a chance to oust Bibi, but the alternative isn't much better. Don't believe the Gadi Eisenkot Hype .  The shadiest administration. Trump wants to privatize the TSA, turning it over to companies like Palantir.   Chinese AI models ALSO escaped in an attempt to cheat . We're screwed.  Annual Chicago Duck Derby drops 90,000 rubber duckies into the river . It's okay; it's a fundraiser for the Special Olymp...

I've got an odd confession: I love watching "Walking Tour" videos of Chinese cities. It's a place I'll likely never be able to visit because I support Hong Kong. And I've written many blogs about the country's corruption. Nevertheless, I enjoy the quiet walkabouts. There's something so interesting about their city layouts, the crowds, and the random things, like having a ski slope indoors. Anyone else watch these walking tours?  Here are your highlights:   GOP launches FAKE NEWS! sites .  Good news. Cambodia becomes the first Asian nation to hit HIV mark .  Bomb armed drone found near Ukrainian plane at a German airport.  Rep. Chuck Edwards drops his reelection bid. All the Republicans are scumbags .  New mRNA flu vaccine coming this fall .  Todd Blanche should not be confirmed. He has promised to ban abortion in every state .  I am Frank Chow, and I approve this message. 

 We got kind of a mixed bag from yesterday's primaries. It does look like El-Sayed won. Cori Bush's attempt to win her seat back failed. One thing is for certain: the Democratic leadership needs to wake up. I said this previously: people want fighters. The standard Dem candidate has to stand up to this administration and its corruption. They have to care about Gaza, healthcare, and the economy. Shit ain't right, and if you don't see that, get out.  Here are your highlights:   Coal kills people. Black lung cases on the rise .  Russian strikes kill 17 in Ukraine . I thought this war was done on day one?  The cover-up of all cover-ups. Sen. Wyden reports banks let Epstein move money at will .  Claude goes rogue .  Welp. Bye, bye Madden. EA purchased by Kushner and Saudis .  Support our troops . ICE has detained more than 50 military spouses and parents.  I am Frank Chow, and I approve this message. 

 I was talking with a co-worker today, and they were baffled by our Idiocracy. Between anti-vax, gas prices, MAGA, MAHA, etc., we're really dealing with a bunch of idiots. RFK Jr. has a cooking show, Rubio is "running" Venezuela, and Hegseth is wasting away every missile in our arsenal. Just a bunch of idiots. We're dealing with dumb villains. I don't know what's worse, Trump or the group of sycophants he has at his disposal.  Here are your highlights:   Happy Primary Day!  I might be in the minority here, but I don't think it's centrists v. leftists. I think it's more about fighter vs. pacifist. People want someone they think can fight this regime.  This is not surprising. Man arrested on suspicion of arson in Washington .  Rep. Max Miller is so much of a psycho even Trump is wary.  The AI Bailout could be baked into the AI Bubble .  Palestine is still on my mind. Palestinians hold mass funeral for more than 100 bodies .  How the mosquito i...

 Regular blogging will commence tomorrow. I'm off today.  I am Frank Chow, and I approve this message. 

 I'm off today and Monday doing home things. A lot going on! Data Center rage is real. People hate them. No one is sure what they're for, and it's uniting right and left. In our small town, there's a big anti-data center push because this is exactly the kind of place you put a data center. Meanwhile, Sam Altman continues to be the worst of the wors t. Someone should regulate these CEOs soon! Here are your highlights :  The Right's MAGA Barbie  of the WNBA.  Colin Gray, father of a school shooter, sentenced to 15 years .   The Michigan Primary is the most expensive ever . I still think El-Sayed wins.  What could go wrong? San Francisco company offers robots for cleaning services .  60,000 migrants crossed into Spanish territory, causing chaos .  Todd Blanche should never be confirmed . As his nomination is on "hold", it shows the Trump grip on the Republican Party might be weakening. Also, where's Mitch?! I am Frank Chow, and I approve this me...

 Fauci deserves better. In the height of the pandemic, with an idiot in charge, he saved lives. Rand Paul's quest to shame Fauci really comes down to the fact that Rand Paul is a fraud. It's terrible that Fauci had to sit there and listen to Republicans relitigating a pandemic that happened SIX YEARS AGO. I know we all have PTSD from those times, but move the fuck on. It does show us that Republicans have nothing. Their message for the midterms is "lOoK aT tHe CoVId." I don't think that gets out the vote.  Here are your highlights:   Meta and Newsmax partner up to spread misinformation .  Maybe we shouldn't have a Trump sycophant running the Fed .  Ebola outbreak has killed over 1,500 .  Rep. Max Miller is a sicko . Do the right thing, Ohio.  I'm all for this. Flock cameras are getting mobbed .  Speaking of the midterms. Musk is back in . And he's going to spend big. I don't think the richest moron should have this much influence. Thanks, Roberts ...

 Rand Paul's obsession with Fauci is quite puzzling . Is it because Fauci is a more accomplished doctor? A better person? Who knows? Nevertheless, the latest spectacle has me wondering if Rand Paul is okay. It makes no sense to relitigate COVID six years later. It makes no sense to keep making accusations. We could learn from it, but what Rand is doing isn't that. He's creating theater. It's a waste of time and disrespectful to the one voice of reason we had years ago. I'm team Fauci.  Here are your highlights:   The Rapid Rise of Right-Wing Militias .  ROBOTS! U.S. bans robots from foreign nations . Aftermath of a terrible earthquake in Japan .  Something might be cooking in Texas. Talarico up against Paxton in latest poll .  China makes a move on Taiwan .  What's with white progressives and sexual assault allegations? Daniel Moraff .  I am Frank Chow, and I approve this message. 

 Who needs an afternoon Dunk?! Late to blogging today. I had an appointment. It went longer than expected. One thing you learn as you get older is that your body shuts down. It tells you many times to slow down, and well, you should listen. Isn't getting older fun?  Here are your highlights:   One million acres burning in Oregon .  ICE is killing people here and abroad. Couple that was deported was murdered in Guatemala .  Prediction markets are bad . Trump make great.  If you can, now is a good time to donate blood .  Are we winning the war with Iran yet? U.S. oil reserves are at their lowest level since 1983. Democrats are going after the data centers in new ads . This is a good move. One thing that's bringing people together in our small town is no data centers. We don't like AI slop. We don't want data centers in our town. I don't care if we disagree on the why.  I am Frank Chow, and I approve this message. 

 The Old Man is in town for my kiddo's birthday. We had a great time eating dim sum and devouring cake. I think she has enough fidget toys to last a lifetime at this point. Raising kids in this crazy world can be difficult, but the joy, love, and kindness you witness are irreplaceable. It puts many things in perspective. I'm a sentimental man, I guess. Blogging is back on.  Here are your highlights: ICE agents have records of abusing women and children .  Another tragic shooting. This time in Seattle .  Trump is the worst president we've had . But it can be worse.  Wildfires in Spain and France lead to evacuations .  Hey, it's pretty clear . They're lying to us about the War in Iran .  The Tate Brothers and Barron Trump .  I am Frank Chow, and I approve this message. 

 My youngest was sick yesterday. All good now. Back to regular blogging, although a bit behind schedule. So, I guess Donald the Dove is now Donald the Forever War. It was inevitable. The worst president ever continues to be awful, and now he possibly will be sending in ground troops. Even if Congress says they don't want the war anymore. How many more troops need to die?  Here are your highlights: How Republicans intend to steal the Midterms . It's nice Republicans like Cornyn find a backbone after they're on the way out .  ChatGPT hacked another company . "The models did it." Finally. House passes a bill to ban stock trades for members .  BP is an evil union-busting company.   Stock market goes Weeeeee! Watching Elon go from the first-ever trillionaire to back to a billionaire is quite funny.  I am Frank Chow, and I approve this message. 

 Tariffs! Go Weeeee!!! The way Trump has treated Canada is so embarrassing. Once one of our greatest allies, now treated like an enemy. Sorry, Canada. We visited Vancouver some seven years ago, and it was delightful. I look forward to going back someday. He's just such an idiot that it's hard to say anything anymore. Just sorry.  Here are your highlights:   Deloitte shouldn't be running Medicaid systems . It's denying disabled folks benefits.  Mullin threatens aid to states over election bull .  This should've never been a thing. Wall St. is selling more rental homes as ban takes effect .  Epstein, a foreign agent?   The Israeli is lying. The IDF continues to attack Gaza despite the "ceasefire" .  Asians Behaving Badly . Steven Cheung White House Communications Bafoon.  I am Frank Chow, and I approve this message. 

 Spain won! They did it. Although it did take quite some time for them to figure it out. Every time they showed the Orange Menace, the brewpub booed. It was awesome. No one likes him. And then, like a proper idiot, he didn't get out of the way when Spain was celebrating. You can't make this shit up. It was, despite the obvious, a great World Cup with a third-place match for the ages. It's amazing how many people came together, got along, and enjoyed SOCCER.  Here are your highlights:   The ex-wife of the ICE agent who killed a man in Maine had a violent streak .  RIP. Two service members were killed by Iran strikes .  Trump administration is considering cutting off Chinese AI .  Iceberg Lettuce recall hits 27 states .  Police use tear gas on protesters in India; the Cockroach movement is real .  It was smoky here yesterday . The air quality wasn't great. But it's not Canada's fault, and Trump is a moron.  I am Frank Chow, and  I approve ...

 As the world burns, a demented man keeps talking about a conspiracy theory on live TV. No facts. No evidence. It's been six years. You'd think there'd be someone to tell him to drop it. But they won't because this is part of their plan. Make folks believe elections are rigged. The system is rigged. The system is against them. Then rig the elections. Authoritarian playbook.  Here are your highlights: The Iran War is still going, and it's not going well .  The Only Research Center for Disabled Parents is Losing Funding.  Who is Andy Burnham? Xenophobic jerks. Trump administration tightens rules for student visas.   Scientists discover faint new planet after a decade of hiding .  Ban all betting apps. Ban Kalshi and Polymarket. Stop insider trading. For Fuck's Sake .  I am Frank Chow, and I approve this message. 

 I don't know what to say about that England v. Argentina game. Other than Tuchel Tactics suck. When he managed Bayern Munich, he did the same thing: parked the bus. The England players deserved better. Credit to Messi and Argentina; they kept attacking. It was a thrilling end. Now we have a final between Spain and Argentina, one that I think Spain has to be the favorite. They look to be the more consistent squad.  Here are your highlights: Trump wants to wall off part of Lafayette Park . Mussolini stuff.  The new Tornado Alley is Illinois, Indiana, and Tennessee . Great.  MyPillow Minnesota .  This was avoidable. Our leaders have failed us. Canadian wildfires lower air quality in the Midwest and the Northeast .  America is so great. More people favor China over the US now .  Pelosi backs bill to stop Israel military aid . This is a welcome surprise.  I am Frank Chow, and I approve this message.

 England or Argentina? Can two teams lose? Is it possible that both teams forfeit? I would hope so. Alas, we're rooting for England even though Harry Kane played golf with Trump. After watching Kane's "Hot Ones" interview, it's clear he's an idiot. Not particularly interesting or inquisitive, so it makes sense he played golf with Trump, idiots like idiots. We do love us some Jude, though.  Here are your highlights:  Kagan and Barrett's weird time in front of Congress.   Ebola is spreading in the Congo faster than expected .  Daylight Saving Time Permanent?  Senate Dems block Defense bill over Iran War .  Hey, we told y'all. Musk likely broke the law with checks for voters .  Todd Blanche isn't qualified to be the Attorney General .  I am Frank Chow, and I approved this message. 

 The World Cup continues today. I wrote about this before, but it's really fucked up that every four years we're reminded of how racism is still rampant in the world . Kylian Mbappé shouldn't have to make a statement every single time. Yet he does with grace and eloquence. There are few sports stars with his ability to convey kindness. So, what I'm saying is, I hope France beats Spain and beats them to a pulp.  Here are your highlights:  ICE must be stopped . ICE shot and killed a man in Maine. And it wasn't the guy they were looking for.  "The Trojan Teddy Bear" A.I. - Artificial Intelligence .  Some good news. Alzheimer's Drug shows promising results .  Trump hates science. Vought makes science worse .  IBM has its worst stock day ever .  The occupation of Washington, D.C. will continue . The way the media has normalized this is wild. Trump should be asked why daily. They've already had incidents. They don't make the city any safer. And it...

 I was always taught not to speak ill of the dead. But...Lindsey Graham died unexpectedly, and many have things to say . He won't be missed, and his legacy is set. A suck-up to the worst president in our history. A guy "who knew better" and chose the path of fascism. One less awful person in the Senate, likely to be replaced by another awful person. Let history remember him for who he was.  Here are your highlights:  100 million to be under dangerous heat . Israeli settlers attack journalists on the anniversary of the killing of Saif Musallet .  It wouldn't be a World Cup without racism .  Jurassic Park is one of my favorite movies. Sam Neill's acting was incredible . The moment he sees a live dinosaur is an acting masterclass. RIP.  Higher grocery costs are creating a household debt problem .  The Reflecting Pool has become an apt metaphor for the Trump administration. They have to drain it again.  I am Frank Chow, and I approve this message....

 The amount of shit we're going to have to clean up after this administration is out will be indefinite. Cases of  cyclosporiasis are rising in Illinois , and now both of our girls are home sick. We're hoping it's not this. We're hoping it's just a bug. We hope that as parents, our government would look for these kinds of things, but what do you know, MAHA ! If I didn't know better, I'd think our government is trying to kill us all.  Here are your highlights:   Lorenzo Salgado Araujo was murdered by ICE . ICE has a pattern of excuses.  Meta, you in trouble. EU says Meta breaches laws with addictive apps .  One of Spain's deadliest wildfires takes the lives of 12 people . Despite what Republicans say, Climate Change is here, and boy, are we ill-prepared. Even more are missing; these types of tragedies were avoidable.  Happy Yellow Peril is back today! Marsha Blackburn makes a racist ad about China .  ICE in Washington State . They have quotas. Get ...

The twenty-four-hour news cycle needs only two things to keep the juices flowing: a political scandal or a missing plane. If they get stale, they'll throw in a missing white girl , likely on Spring Break or on a vacation. It was, at a time, CNN's bread and butter. Today, when I read about Nolan Wells and his unfortunate passing, I think about how often the media rarely even mention a missing black or brown person's name. It doesn't get non-stop coverage, it doesn't get 60-Minute specials or investigative NBC stories. It's local, and that's about it. And if there's a death, as in Nolan Wells' case, we never find out the truth.  Information for the family's GoFundMe can be found in the linked article.  Here are your highlights:   DHS is spending $1.5 billion on more ICE prisons  and less oversight.  Platner indignantly suspends his campaign . Bye, jerk! Epstein files back in the news. The victims claim an Epstein aide lied to Congress .  The AI re...

Welp, the Platner "situation" has become even worse. And he seems to think he can still stay in the race? The allegations are damning; the stain on Maine is damning; the podbros doubling down on Platner are embarrassing. Even St. Bernard says Platner should drop out. It's a mess; the longer it draws out, the messier it gets. Maine needs to get it together fast. I'm not hopeful they will.  Here are your highlights:  Heat waves cause economic damage .  "More pregnant teens!" seems like an odd campaign slogan, but alas, we have the Trump administration .  Gov. Beshear wants to know if McConnell is dead .  No, the American History Museum isn't woke .  What is Farage up to? Grifting .  Did China avoid a crash? Interesting thoughts on how China runs its economy . One thing I will add is that I feel China "cooking the books" is a given.  I am Frank Chow, and I approve this message. 

 I've been away on holiday, and then one of the kiddos got sick. I'd like to say she was sick and tired of Trump meddling in things like the World Cup, but alas, she has a bug. I'd love to wax poetic about the USMNT's lousy performance last night... for what, though? Clearly, Trump's meddling put extra pressure on the team, and the nerves got to them. That's my takeaway. It was a good run. Last night wasn't good. The women still rule. America! Here are your highlights: Platner was never that guy; he needs to drop out. Maine has some work to do .  China launches a ballistic missile, causing regional concerns .  Shooting in Tennessee by the National Guard is under investigation .  The Save Our Bacon Act is suspect.  Oil prices rise as the war that was ended with Iran continues .  Mitch McConnell is likely being Weekend at Bernie'd .  I am Frank Chow, and I approve this message. 

 US-AAAAAAAAAAA! The USMNT did their thing last night...until a stupid red card by a clearly stupid ref. I'm still mad about it. One of our best players was given a red on something Messi didn't even get a warning about. It was a choice. I'm super excited for our squad. It was overall a good night. And I can't wait until the next game to sing with a bunch of American hooligans. Let's go! Here are your highlights: You know who provides healthcare: Haitians . Way to go, SCOTUS.  ICE arrested a nun .  US job growth slowed . Now, if Biden were president, the headlines would read differently.  The Great American State Fair is empty . And we're laughing.  Corruption, that's the point . Trump's sons make more money off defense contracts.  How to help those in Venezuela .  I am Frank Chow, and I approve this message. 

 Reform the Supreme Court . Pack the court. If you're a Democrat running for office and you don't mention court reform, I'm going to be suspicious of your motives. It's been clear for a while now that SCOTUS is compromised. Fox News, hell, maybe even Infowars, brained justices are running it. The fact that Birthright Citizenship was so close is terrifying. I can't emphasize this enough: we're in deep waters if we can't reform the court. All the alarm bells should be going off.  Here are your highlights: Democratic Socialist wins in Colorado .  The winner of Trump's war in the Middle East, China .  Europe prepares for more hospital visits as the heat rises .  Mike Johnson has to be the worst Speaker in recent memory.   Private sector jobs grew by only 98,000 .  Mind you, Nick Fuentes is basically the mainstream Republican nowadays .  I am Frank Chow, and I approve this message. 

 It really must be something to be a Centrist. One election in New York, and you begin panicking, fanning yourself, and swearing the world is over cuz SoCIALism. It's New York. Also too, shut up. Democratic voters want change; they want to fight, and this idea that the squishy center is the answer is dead. Then you have folks with " Project 2029 " -- "kids over clicks" -- I have no words. If your first instinct is to ban social media and not prosecute this administration, you're not paying attention. Our democracy has been under attack for 18 months. What are you doing? What are you watching? Fuckin' A.  Here are your highlights: Sam Alito has Fox News brain . Tragic. Venezuelans deported by the US die in the earthquake . This administration has more blood on its hands.  Ford is recalling over 700,000 vehicles .  The Iran War still isn't over .  Fair play. The flop that is Trump's Freedom Fair, or whatever it's called .  America is turning 25...

 Summer heat is here. We've been dealing with storms, tornadoes, and more storms. All summer. I used to think the weather didn't change your day, but here it sure does. Plans change. Moods change. Lives change. Now, we have heat predicted to go as high as 100 degrees. The weather has been so wild that even my youngest is asking about it daily. Where we live, I'm starting to think Interstellar wasn't fiction. It was a prediction. It's fine. Outside is overrated.  Here are your highlights:   Great American Fair Fail .  Firefighters die on the Colorado-Utah border .  There was no Trump mandate. Took ya long enough, pundits.  Pete Buttigieg and his family were swatted . This is right-wing terrorism.  A point of concern. NY Dem Congressional Nominee, Darializa Chevalier , has a troubling social media past. Word of advice: delete your Twitter account before running for any higher office. (Note: most of these attacks are bad faith, but it would behoove Dem S...

 The USMNT B-Team almost pulled off the draw against Turkey. While I'm fine with this result, it exposed how suspect our bench is. MLS players, for the most part, can't compete at the intensity of other international squads. At least not yet. It's a comfort to know we're into the next round against a team we should beat. I say should because the World Cup is always full of surprises, see Germany. Here are your highlights:   Ex-NOAA employees re-create site for critical climate information .  RFK Jr. is a dangerous quack. New report raises even more red flags .  Ukraine attacks Moscow with over 600 drones . Is Russia Drago? Tragic. Venezuela discovers more than 500 dead from massive earthquakes .  In a moment of "what's corruption," J.D. Vance says Watergate wouldn't last the 24-hour news cycle . Prosecute these arrogant traitors.  Iran says the Strait of Hormuz is theirs to control , oops.  I am Frank Chow and I approve this message. 

 As we continue to battle the consequences of Climate Change, it's wild to me that the world seems to be unprepared and even surprised by its presence. A couple of years ago, we took our oldest to the UK. There, we experienced "unprecedented" heat. Most places, including where we were staying, didn't have "air con." Folks were going outside to sit in the shade to get away from their homes. Stores were running out of fans. We sweat nightly, even with fans and the windows open. Years later, here we are  with record heat, and people are at ever-greater risk. Leaders have known about infrastructure and technical limitations for over a decade, and for those who say, "I don't get it." I have been to Arizona and Texas before.  Here are your highlights:   The death toll continues to rise in the tragic earthquakes in Venezuela .  Stephen Miller, evil sucknavel, hates disabled people . Almost as much as he hates immigrants.  So not only did Trump lose hi...

 We should be sounding the alarm about the Prairieland Protesters' sentences. Eight have been sentenced to 450 years in prison . Not only were the sentences beyond absurd, it shows how far this administration will go to punish dissent. As January 6ers were pardoned and readmitted for heinous crimes, these protesters were sentenced so harshly that they'll never have another day of freedom. Anyone can be labeled "antifa" by this administration. Protesting an unlawful detention program, one that has led to the deaths of men, women, and children, is truly American. Dark times.  Here are your highlights:   Chinese supercomputer is now the world's fastest .  Not good. The Crypto industry might get its way with regulation .  NY had a progressive day! It's always nice to see progressives win primaries. Please don't call it a "Tea Party" moment or some other nonsense . There were folks last night on Bluesky calling Mamdani a "kingmaker" -- New Y...

 I'm wondering when folks in the Democratic Party will begin focusing on anti-war messaging. I think it's an easy winner; no more wars. Republicans start wars they don't know how to finish and cost us billions, while your gas prices go up, while groceries go up, and while you can't afford rent. Seems simple enough. Just speak it plainly. We should be the anti-war party. Attack the renaming of the Department of Defense, oh, and HOW MUCH IT COSTS. COSTS, stupid.  Here are your highlights:  Is there a strong enough politician in the UK to say Brexit was a historical mistake? And run on it? I'm not sure, but it's been a mess.  ACLU to focus on fair elections this fall .  Hegseth is getting our soldiers sick to own the Libs .  AI Wearables. Something tells me if Zuck is pushing it, it will fail .  National "Intelligence."  - to keep America safe, we must be less safe.  Refusing to spend aid. Please, Democrats, prosecute every last sociopath of th...

 I hope everyone had a lovely Juneteenth and a Happy Father's Day. I had Friday off and used it to drive all around Illinois in search of camping gear that I ultimately had to buy online. But it was fun. Surprisingly, there aren't many places that sell backpacking gear. Father's Day was spent with our girls enjoying local smashburgers and arcade games. They won rubber duckies. I'm feeling much better after last week's scare. Still exhausted.  Here are your highlights:   Trump is a lameduck president who is failing miserably .  Keir Starmer quits on the stool! A lesson in how to not run on a mandate . Being a centrist with no convictions gets you nowhere.  Telehealth is helping women have abortions despite Alito's wishes.  Tornadoes keep coming. The problem is that when you cut FEMA, people suffer from floods or, worse, die .  China hits the U.S. back over sanctions .  Norway says "No" to AI for education. This is the way .  I am Frank Chow, ...

 Well. I had quite the scare on Tuesday. I accidentally ate tree nuts, and I'm highly allergic. I had to stab myself with the EpiPen (for the first time) and head to the ER. I'm still kind of shell-shocked. Everything is fine. I'm okay, but rattled. I've done a really good job avoiding nuts for years. I read the labels. I made a mistake and almost paid the price. Thanks to the doctors and nurses. I'm here.  Here are your highlights:   Trump caves on the Iran war .  Digital Colonialism: U.S. Demands to Access African's Data . We got hit hard in Central Illinois. The storms have left thousands without power .  Vote by Mail . How Trump wants to rig the elections.  Obama's Presidential Center opens to the public .  Spies like these. Two Chinese-British jailed for spying on Hong Kong dissidents .  I am Frank Chow, and I approve this message. 

 Not sure what's going on, but I snoozed my alarm and didn't wake up. Perhaps it's the weather or simply exhaustion. Two days in a row, I didn't wake up for work...yikes. We're due for storms today and tomorrow. Tomorrow looks to be really hairy. We're starting to think we're the new tornado alley. Great news if you have storm anxiety like I do. So tonight I'll prepare, I'll charge lamps, have emergency blankets at the ready, etc. If we get hit tomorrow, I'll be ready. Don't make fun of me, I'm a city guy living in the country.  Here are your highlights: The secession movement in Illinois is stupid , but also racist.  The reality of ICE. Making children live on their own . It's a disgrace.  JD Vance says there's a digital deal with Iran . What a sad sack of shit.  Fox acquires Roku . Hide your parents' remote! Kash Patel is using our taxpayer money to gift cash to loyalists .  The Kennedy Center live stream .  I am Frank Chow,...

 I'm a little behind today. Kiddos' camps are still roaring in full effect. To recap this weekend, the USA looked amazing in the World Cup, Brazil looked lethargic, and Germany looked like world beaters. There's a deal in Iran, or there isn't. The UFC event was a bust. And the Reflecting Pool is full of algae. Did I miss anything? Other than our president being a sleeping, senile, racist buffoon? Cool, cool. At least the Knicks won, which will bring back balance to the universe (or so I hope).  Here are your highlights:   Democrats need to seize on the stupid. A UFC fighter calling Michelle Obama a "man" is a prime example .  Russia attacks a religious site in Kyiv . Mitch McConnell has been  hospitalized .  Trump vs. Anthropic. Is AI too powerful?   AAPI folks have been adversely affected by Trump's immigration crackdown .  Is the Chinese economy a Zombie?   I am Frank Chow, and I approve this message. 

 And so it begins. The US Men's Soccer Team will go to battle on home turf in the World Cup. A day I was so looking forward to until, well, you know. I've long been a member of the American Outlaws, the US National Team supporters group. Every year, I get excited to see the squad, but this year has been difficult to cheer. Difficult to root for our team. Not now. It's mostly "meh", but I'm sure once the game starts, I'll get hyped. It's in my blood. Until then, I'm just hoping Trump doesn't make the tournament all about himself.  Here are your highlights:   The continued attack by the Trump administration on higher education and research will kill our planet .  The futility of claiming "self-defense" while Black .  ICE is full of it. Only 3% of detainees had a violent criminal record .  Elon might become the first trillionaire . Built on a house of lies. No one should be allowed to hoard such wealth.  12 days of protests. Javanka are ...

 We received loud text messages around 11:30 pm last night. Sirens then went off, maybe 20 minutes later. A tornado touched down south of us and wiped out some structures. Luckily, as far as I can tell, everyone in our town is okay. Maybe lost power, but it wasn't as devastating for us as the warnings suggested. Not nearly as devastating as the Spurs' epic collapse to the Knicks last night. The pundits and fans will be dissecting that game for years to come. Can the Knicks win it all and reset our timeline? I believe if they win, it will right all that has gone wrong since the Cubs won in 2016 (I wish).  Here are your highlights:  Say it for the people in the back! Amnesty accuses Israel of committing ethnic cleansing .  Solar is outpacing Coal in America .  AI says it must be regulated. I don't buy it . It's a way to manipulate legislation. Unfortunately, we don't have a Congress that has shown any signs of regulating our tech overlords.  Trump is a walkin...

 Welp, it's Platner vs. Collins. Let the chips fall where they may. I want Susan Collins to lose. That's my hot take. I don't support Platner. There are too many red flags, too many questions, and it's giving me Fetterman vibes. So, if you choose to support him, fine. Maine can have him. But Collins has needed to go for a long long time. And so, it is.  Here are your highlights:   Becerra will have an early lead over Hilton in the CA Governor race.  TRUMP'S FAILING ECONOMY - just kidding, the media wouldn't report it like that. Inflation up to a three-year high .  Violent xenophobic protests broke out in Belfast .  I know there won't be justice, but fuck Bill Gates .  Trump's losing the war in Iran , and he's doubling down on losing.  Days of increasing heat and humidity are making life harder in the Midwest and the South . It puts farm workers at risk.  I am Frank Chow, and I approve this message. 

 Trump getting booed at the NBA Finals is funny. We knew NYC would show up even if the stadium was full of celebrities and the 1%. The man wants all the attention in the most pathetic way possible. To him, it probably sounded like cheers. Then, of course, he fell asleep during a tight back-and-forth game. Calling Jake Tapper, anyone in the media! Trump is unfit for the presidency.  Here are your highlights:   One year into school cellphone bans , and it seems to be working.  The World Cup is going to be a disaster. Denying a Somali ref's entry is so embarrassing .  Half the country thinks the "American Dream" is out of reach .  Mike Johnson might be the worst speaker in history. He also lies through his teeth about elections . Why does the media just go along when there has been no evidence of mass voter fraud ever? Period.  First off, flesheating cattleworm sounds scary as hell. Like a horror movie. Second off, of course, this is happening under the M...

 Summer is chaos for us parents. You can see the exhaustion on each face as we drop off the kiddos for another camp, hang out, or lesson. If you're a parent, I see you. If I had a normal summer this year, I would take a week or two off and go camping. Alas, that is not in my summer plans. At least Spencer Pratt lost.  Here are your highlights: Prayers up for families in the Philippines. A devastating earthquake kills 32 people .  World Cup meets Climate Change .  Apple to unveil AI? They've been behind for a while now . Wonder what it'll do. FRAUD IN CALIFORNIA . When will this charade stop? The Trump administration is destroying Cuba to no end .  Another mass shooting. This time at an Ohio festival . We can do something about this, but there's not a single Republican willing to do anything about it.  I am Frank Chow, and I approve this message. 

 Tonight we have a Pride event in our town. It's great to see our small town do something so inclusive. There are vendors, food trucks, and bands. I'm sure there will be some who have the "ick" that it's happening, but fuck them. It's 2026, grow up and have a gay old weekend!  Here are your highlights:   MAHA has weakened health care providers' ability to address outbreaks .  I really can't get over the shitification of Washington, D.C. by Trump. His latest idea is to add a promenade to the Lincoln Memorial .  Platner accused of domestic abuse .  A solid jobs report .  Mike Johnson is a weak speaker. House passes Ukraine aid .  Israel continues to strike Lebanon . Is there anyone in the US who has the stones to stop it?  I am Frank Chow, and I approve this message. 

 Israel continues its war crimes in Gaza and its invasion of Lebanon. The reports are horrific . There is no ceasefire, there never was, and Trump is a bigger fool than anyone. Bibi and his ilk are planning to wipe out what's left of Gaza, displacing millions. There are no world leaders doing anything about it. Hell, if you're a grifting American podcaster , you can't even get in the UK! This was all so avoidable; Congress and Trump could have stopped it at any point. They could choose to cut off Israel. Their silence is approval.  Here are your highlights:   The Screwworm sounds ominous. It is, and it's gross. The USDA has confirmed a case in Texas .  Russia is losing the war with Ukraine , so of course, they launched a large attack.  The National Guard has done little to nothing to curb violence in Washington, D.C.  How is Jaren Kushner not tarred and feathered at this point?   Rubio is a garbage person. Anyone touting him for 2028 shouldn't be take...

  I try to be optimistic for our kids. I don't tell them how rough things are or some of the realities that surround them. It's becoming more difficult. When Dad has to give plasma to pay for gas, I guess that'll be the time to talk. I'm sure many are already at that point. I remember watching a talk show, and they were talking about the "pain at the pump." A panel of millionaires trying to understand living paycheck to paycheck. This moment feels a lot like that. I don't think Wall St. and the Haves have been this out of touch since 2008.  Here are your highlights:   The Supreme Court needs to be reformed . The Roberts Court is full of segregationists.  Destroying science to own the Libs. A truly McCarthy-esque move by Darth Vought .  Trump picks Pulte to be the top spy . And even Republicans think that's nuts.  The Death of 60 Minutes . Good for Pelley. Bari Weiss is a toxic stooge.  Republicans hate same-sex marriage. Happy Pride, y'all !  AI B...

 How high is your gas price? Here it's a whopping $4.79. That's really high for our town, and it doesn't seem to be getting any better. The "pain at the pump" is real. And consumers aren't confident either . I've seen many a pundit on BlueSky say we're all being ridiculous, and that the economy is fine. In fact, it's good! I think it's safe to say that looking at Wall St.'s gambling problem as a measure of the economy should die an epic death. "But the average American has savings!" Do they? Or are the numbers skewed by wealth hoarders? I'm not sure, but everyone I know isn't living it up like this economy is great. They also don't have the money, as the pundits say they do. Unless they're hiding it under couches.  Here are your highlights:   A different take on Platner . I respect the opposing opinion, but nah, he ain't for me.  Marco, you got some explaining to do , Rubio, to go in front of Congress to explai...

 Happy Pride Month! I feel like more than ever, we need to celebrate. This administration continues to attack and vilify LGBTQ folks, especially trans folks. Fuck them. I won't be able to make Chicago Pride this year, but for those of you attending, I salute you. Have fun, be free, and be safe!  Here are your highlights:   Newark sets curfew after more clashes between cops and protesters . "Protect and serve." I don't care for Platner. And he keeps giving me more reasons why .  282 cases of Ebola .  Bibi is a war criminal. He also keeps screwing up the Iran talks . Trump is worthless.  The scope of Long COVID . I have a couple of friends who've had a rough time with Long COVID. It's even more frustrating that some doctors tell them they simply have depression.  The way we treat pigs is a sin .  I am Frank Chow, and I approve this message. 

  Ronnie Chieng says it best, "Fuck AI." In his address to students at Harvard graduation, he shared what we are thinking. Yes, we've used AI, but for the most part, its continued push on us is leading to more backlash. There are psychological reasons behind it. I think the media and Silicon Valley miss one vital element of their AI evangelism. We've seen what Social Media has done to our society. And we're good. We don't trust the same folks to make sound technology decisions. So today we say, "Fuck AI." Here are your highlights:   Pam Bondi belongs in jail . She'll testify, behind closed doors, about Epstein.  There has never been a more vain loser president than Trump. Treasury to print $250 Trump bills .  Tax Jeff Bezos. Blue Origin rocket blows up .  Israel continues to murder children . Children. Bibi is a monster.  Project 2029 is awful milquetoast . People want bold. People want justice. People are tired and fed up. This ain't it.  PE...

 There's a lot of talk about "vibecession." But as New Deal Democrat at Bonddad points out here : " So why isn’t the US in recession? Because gains by the uppermost in the income and wealth distribution have enabled such free spending that it has more than overbalanced the struggles of most of the rest." People making more money are doing just fine. There's new research that says the rest of us are on "the financial edge." It's not a "vibecession" for many of us; the economy ain't working. With gas prices and groceries as high as they are, it's not surprising that the sentiment is that the economy sucks. It does suck, and the administration is doing nothing about it because they're the "uppermost income" folks.  Here are your highlights:   Stop AAPI Hate launches new voter mobilization initiative.   NPR lays off more journalists. Just as Project 2025 intended . Please support, if you can.  Using the Justice Dep...