The Craziest Moments of Trump’s Press Conference

Just issues, news, and other stuff that matters to you [Fusion] January 11, 2017 “[Some of us almost died on that bridge],” said Rep. John Lewis, referencing the voting rights march from Selma to Montgomery, Alabama, in his testimony against Attorney General nominee Jeff Sessions. After watching President [Obama’s farewell remarks] last night, the idea of bridges has resonance. Bridges unite and connect, overcoming geographic boundaries. They are each, in a way, little monuments to freedom: to that human impulse to move unencumbered, and forge new paths. The present feels like a sort of trembling bridge, as we transition from one vision of our country toward an uncertain future. no matter what your hopes are for this nation, no matter the work in front of you, let Obama’s words provide you some direction: [“I am asking you to believe. Not in my ability to bring about change–but in yours.]” —[Anne Branigin] TODAY IN... MUST-CRINGE TV 😬 President-elect Trump gave his first press conference in nearly six months, and it was [something]. We tuned in for you and highlighted the [most unbelievable moments]. REROUTING 📍 Google says a prankster was responsible for derisively changing the names of the Mexican senate, congress, and president’s home. But it isn’t the first time the Maps app has been used to make a [political statement]. NOT ON MY REZ ⛔️ An aging pipeline in Wisconsin has Native Americans so concerned about its potential environmental impact that they’re taking [unprecedented action] against it. ALARMING 👮 In one of the largest comprehensive police surveys ever conducted, the majority of officers agree that “underperforming” [cops aren’t held accountable]. MASTER STROKES 🙌 What better way to kick off the first weekend of a Trump presidency than to have [Aziz Ansari host SNL]? Turns out, the gig will also make some pretty sweet history. THE READ [How to Protect Your First Amendment Rights Under Trump] by Anne Branigin Donald Trump’s looming presidential inauguration will surely bring anxiety—and unprecedented change, both in the U.S. and abroad. But it doesn’t have to signal the end of a progressive, inclusive America. As Obama said in [his final remarks] in front of thousands in Chicago Tuesday night, it’s also time to “embrace the joyous task” of fighting for a better, more just country. “It falls to each of us to be those anxious, jealous guardians of our democracy,” he said. If you’re a young person, you’re in a prime position to do something. You and your peers make up [one-third of the electorate]—it’s time to flex that power, and we’re here to help guide you. Over the next 10 days leading up to Trump’s inauguration, [Fusion will be highlighting] some of the issues most important to you. We’ll outline Trump’s stance on those issues and note the organizations and people who are battling him, and how you too can support the fight. Today, we’re starting with free speech, without which we would not have a free press—or protest. [Read more]. LET’S TALK ABOUT THE GOOD IN GOODBYE If you haven’t picked yourself up from that “Barack, do you really have to go?” [wall-slide], don’t worry, you’re not the only one. Following Obama’s farewell speech, social media was awash in tributes to the first black president (including this unfortunate one from [Drake], which was swiftly and appropriately roasted), [his family], and [his beautiful bromance] with Joe Biden. Le sigh. Le weep. The Latest [Donald Trump's pick for Secretary of State said some troubling things at his confirmation hearing] [Read More] --------------------------------------------------------------- [Natalie Portman reveals the startling truth about how the gender pay gap affected her] [Read More] [Facebook] [Twitter] [Vine] [Instagram] [Youtube] Remember, you can always [click here to unsubscribe] and never see another one of these emails until the apocalypse (at which time it'll be nothing but emails).[Unsubscribe] This email was sent to {EMAIL} Fusion · 419 Lafayette St · New York, NY 10003 · USA