Press release issued 12. 10. 20
WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Senator Maria Cantwell (D-WA) issued the following statement in response to the attempted bombing and fire at the Spokane County Democrats headquarters:
“No one should fear for their safety for participating in our political process. I condemn this attack and call on leaders at every level and from all sides to join me in working to help bring our communities together to end hate.”
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Police say suspected arsonist at county Democratic HQ was after ‘elites,’ but reality didn’t match up.
The man who police say claimed to have a bomb and then lit a substantial fire at the Spokane County Democratic headquarters was after “elites” of any political party, he told investigators, according to a Spokane Police Department news release.--Spokesman Review
https://www.spokesman.com/stories/2020/dec/10/police-say-suspected-arsonist-at-democrat-hq-was-a/
Inslee extends, modifies proclamation on statewide restrictions.
https://www.governor.wa.gov/news-media/inslee-extends-modifies-proclamation-statewide-restrictions
Gov. Jay Inslee today extended Proclamation 20-25, along with the statewide restrictions imposed on November 17, to January 4, 2021. This extension was announced at a press conference this Tuesday.
Proclamation 20-25.9: Stay Safe, Stay Healthy
Modifications to this order include prohibiting indoor singing with persons outside of your household, but permitting outdoor singing while wearing a face covering in most circumstances, including religious and faith-based services, weddings, and funerals. The proclamation also expressly exempts recovery support groups from the new restrictions.
Quote: Religious Services are limited to 25 percent of indoor occupancy limits, or no more than 200 people, whichever is fewer. Congregation members/attendees must wear facial coverings at all times, and indoor congregation singing is prohibited. No choir, band, or ensemble shall perform during the service. Vocal or instrumental soloists are permitted to perform, and vocal soloists may have a single accompanist. Outdoor
services must follow the Outdoor Dining Guidance, found here, applicable to the structure or facility. Singing by congregation members during outdoor services is permitted, so long as the members wear face coverings and otherwise comply with the
Outdoor Dining Guidance. Religious and Faith-Based Organization Guidance can be found " --Quote from proclamation
IN OTHER STATE NEWS HEADLINES:
AG FERGUSON FILES AMICUS BRIEF OPPOSING TEXAS’S LAWSUIT TO OVERTURN THE RESULT OF A FREE AND FAIR ELECTION.
Ferguson, 22 other attorneys general urge the court to reject Texas’s last-minute attempt to throw out millions of lawful votes and overturn the election
OLYMPIA — Attorney General Bob Ferguson today issued the following statement regarding a multistate amicus brief, or “friend of the court” brief, in Texas v. Pennsylvania, Texas’s attempt to throw out the results of the election in four battleground states: Pennsylvania, Georgia, Michigan and Wisconsin. The states’ brief asks the court to reject Texas’s lawsuit.
“I will continue working to defend our elections from these legal attacks on our democracy,” Ferguson said. “This lawsuit has no legal or factual basis. It will not succeed in overturning the will of the voters.”
Department of Health improves how it reports COVID-19 deaths
OLYMPIA -- To provide more accurate daily reports, the Washington State Department of Health is making changes to how it reports deaths from COVID-19. These changes will streamline the process as death counts increase. Rather than a preliminary cause of death, the agency will only use the official registered cause of death on the DOH dashboard, providing more precise reporting. --DOH
COVID-19 vaccine distribution plan update from the Washington State Department of Health
OLYMPIA – The Washington State Department of Health (DOH) continues to make progress with our COVID-19 vaccine distribution planning efforts. If everything goes as planned, we expect to have the vaccine delivered early next week in multiple locations across the state.--DOH
Electoral College to convene Dec. 14
OLYMPIA — Next Monday the electors who represent Washington state’s 12 electoral votes will meet at the Legislative building in Olympia to cast their votes for the U.S. president and vice president. This process will take place throughout the country Dec. 14. --Sec. of state
https://www.sos.wa.gov/office/news-releases.aspx#/news/1432
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WORLD NEWS HEADLINE:
COVID-19 shows ‘urgent need’ for solidarity, UN chief tells Nobel forum.
The COVID-19 pandemic has highlighted the need for global solidarity and greater international cooperation, and must be turned into an opportunity for fundamental change, UN Secretary-General António Guterres said in a keynote address to the Nobel Peace Prize Forum on Friday.
https://news.un.org/en/story/2020/12/1079802
Ethiopia: UN refugee agency calls for ‘unfettered access’ to Tigray.
Amidst “disturbing reports” from Ethiopians fleeing to Sudan, the UN refugee agency called on Friday for “unfettered access to Tigray in order to reach people in need”.
https://news.un.org/en/story/2020/12/1079852
Hunger rising in mountain regions due to biodiversity loss, climate change.
Although many of the world’s most important crops and livestock species originate in mountain regions, hunger is rising in these areas due to biodiversity loss and climate change, according to a joint study published on Friday by the UN Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) and partners.
https://news.un.org/en/story/2020/12/1079812
Remarks at a UN Security Council Briefing on Syria Chemical Weapons (via VTC).--USUN
NATIONAL HEADLINES:
Pro Rata Vaccine Distribution is Fair, Equitable--DOD
While COVID-19 vaccines roll out in limited supply, distribution is determined in direct proportion to the nation's adult population 18 years and older. The pro rata method was approved Nov. 6, 2020, by Health and Human Services Secretary Alex Azar.
State Department Employee and Spouse Plead Guilty to Trafficking in Counterfeit Goods from U.S. Embassy
A U.S. Department of State employee and his spouse pled guilty today to one count of conspiracy to traffic in counterfeit goods. The guilty pleas took place before U.S. District Judge Michael J. McShane, who has scheduled sentencing for March 18, 2021, for both defendants.
Trump Administration, DHS Set New Standards for American Leadership in Space.
Washington, D.C. – The Trump Administration and the National Space Council recognize the opportunities for continued American prosperity and innovation afforded by U.S. space activities and today announced the release of the National Space Policy.
SECRETARY BEN CARSON HIGHLIGHTS IMPACT OF CALIFORNIA CHURCH DURING FOURTH MEETING OF THE 'MUSTARD SEED SERIES'
Virtual event series for faith leaders and congregations focuses on best practices of innovative faith-based organizations.
https://www.hud.gov/press/press_releases_media_advisories/HUD_No_20_203
BUSINESS & FINANCE:
New Study Finds Commercial Construction Facing Shortages Due to COVID--US CHAMBER OF COMMERCE--dated 12/9/20
Chinese Man Extradited for Financing Turtle-Trafficking Ring
A Chinese citizen was extradited from Malaysia to the United States today to face charges for money laundering.--DOJ/dated 12/10/20
https://www.justice.gov/opa/pr/chinese-man-extradited-financing-turtle-trafficking-ring
The Eye of Providence: Thoughts on the Evolution of Bank Supervision
Vice Chair for Supervision Randal K. Quarles
At the Federal Reserve Board, Harvard Law School, and Wharton School Conference: Bank Supervision: Past, Present, and Future---FED
https://www.federalreserve.gov/newsevents/speech/quarles20201211a.htm
U.S. DEPARTMENT OF LABOR ISSUES FINAL RULE ON PROXY VOTING AND SHAREHOLDER RIGHTS BY EMPLOYEE BENEFIT PLANS
WASHINGTON, DC – The U.S. Department of Labor today announced a final rule establishing a regulatory framework for private employee benefit plans’ fiduciaries to follow when they exercise shareholder rights, including proxy voting, and select and monitor proxy advisory firms.
https://www.dol.gov/newsroom/releases/ebsa/ebsa20201211-1
IN OTHER STORIES...
Another Middle East Trump Triumph for the Media to Ignore--PJ MEDIA
A Michigan Politician's Sickening Incitement to Violence
Dems are the party of The Mob, which makes Cynthia Johnson's words even more dangerous and despicable.--The Patriot Post
Californians Are Fed Up With Newsom’s Draconian Shutdowns--American Spectator
https://spectator.org/gavin-newsom-california-shutdown/
WSJ: Barr Kept Quiet About 2 Hunter Biden Probes for Months--From News max
https://www.newsmax.com/politics/hunter-biden-william-barr-probe-doj/2020/12/11/id/1001097/
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CULP FOR GOVERNOR TO Made LEGAL ANNOUNCEMENT yesterday
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https://www.facebook.com/CulpforGovernor/videos/387052255904131
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Former gubernatorial candidate Culp files lawsuit against WA Sec of State--MY NORTHWEST
https://mynorthwest.com/2360431/culp-campaign-lawsuit-secretary-of-state/
BIBLE VERSE: Isaiah 7:14 (New King James Version)
Therefore the Lord Himself will give you a sign: Behold, the virgin shall conceive and bear a Son, and shall call His name Immanuel.
