Was it the Case of Arsonist? Or was it politicians poor forest management?
By, Peter Ripley
This week were two big stories, one, was Trump being nominated for the Nobel Peace Prize, and the wildfires on the west coast. I was waiting to see if any stories would be published on the causes of these fires, here in Washington State, and the rest of the west coast. Sure enough, some stories were published on possible intentional fires have been set. like for example:
Fresno man arrested in connection to wildfire burning near Big Sur.---Your Central Valley, from Ca.
Woman accused of intentionally starting fires on Highway 101 arrested---KION TV.
Officials squash rumors of far right, far left setting fires---Q13 FOX
Rumors of blazes started by antifa spreading as fast as fires---SPOKESMAN REVIEW
Editorial Comment: Some of these fires might have been started intentionally, but part of the blame could be on the politicians in these Democratic States, not allowing these forest of dead trees, and brushed, to be cut down! Why!? Because they are concerned more about environmental issues, then clearing and cutting down dead trees, and clearing brush that act as fuel to a fire! They, the politicians, won't allow proper forest management.
Here is an article from the Federalist for you to consider: Don’t Blame Climate Change For Raging Wildfires, Blame Bad Management
Despite common sense, the historic record, and scientific evidence, leftist environmentalists would fight and protest for a utopia we will never see, all while the world burns.
Related stories:
Inslee statement on first wildfire fatality.
" Gov. Jay Inslee released a statement today following the death of a one-year-old in the Cold Springs Fire in Okanogan County. The death marks the Washington's first casualty of the 2020 wildfires.
"Trudi and I were heartbroken to hear about the loss of this child in the wildfires that have ravaged our state.
"There is nothing I can say that can ease the pain from a loss of this magnitude. This child's family and community will never be the same. And neither will countless others who are reeling from the utter devastation these wildfires are leaving in their wake.
"I send my deepest condolences to the family and friends of this child and am keeping their parents in my mind as they work toward recovery in intensive care."
Focus News Story from the Seattle Times: Wildfires spread in Washington state, claiming one life and at least 121 homes, as firefighters wage battle.
Seattle PI: Fires without precedent rage in usually cool, wet Northwest.
PHOENIX, Ore. (AP) — Numerous wildfires burned in Oregon's forested valleys and along the coast, destroying hundreds of homes and causing mass evacuations. Farther north, flames devoured buildings and huge tracts of land in Washington state.
Spokesman Review: Washington and the West are ablaze as 3.5 million acres burn
TRUMP GETS NOT ONE, BUT TWO NOBLE PRIZE NOMINATIONS
I bet the DNC press is fuming over this!
Editorial Note: Just as I was ready to put this story to bed, another country wants to join in on the accord with Israel, and the UAE, it now appears that Bahrain is joining the peace accord. Then this came out of the blue. Trump Nominate for anther Noble Prize for the Serbia-Kosovo Agreement.
According to the news report from The Times of Isreal: Bahrain establishing full diplomatic relations with Israel, Trump announces
Israel, Bahrain to normalize diplomatic relations, Trump announces---THE HILL
Trump nominated for second Nobel Peace Prize following Serbia-Kosovo deal--NY POST
Other related stories...
FOREIGN POLICY Issued on: August 13, 2020---White House fact sheet as posted.
SECURING A HISTORIC AGREEMENT: President Donald J. Trump has secured the first agreement to normalize relations between Israel and a major Arab country in decades.
President Donald J. Trump has brokered an agreement to normalize relations between the United Arab Emirates and Israel – the first such agreement between Israel and a major Arab country since 1994.
The countries have committed to the exchange of embassies and ambassadors, and to begin cooperation in a broad range of fields including education, healthcare, trade, and security.
This historic breakthrough is the most significant step toward peace in the Middle East in over 25 years.
The United Arab Emirates is the first major Arab state to recognize Israel since the Israel-Jordan Peace Treaty was signed on October 26, 1994.
SHAPING PEACE THROUGH BOLD LEADERSHIP: President Trump recognized it was time for a new approach to achieve peace, security, and opportunity for the people of the Middle East.
This historic breakthrough was made possible by President Trump’s leadership and expertise as a dealmaker.
The President built trust with our regional allies and reoriented their strategic calculus by identifying shared interests and common opportunities, moving them away from perpetuating old conflicts.
This deal provides a foundation for further advances toward regional peace in the future.
The United States believes that more Arab and Muslim countries will follow the United Arab Emirates’ lead and normalize relations with Israel.
BUILDING A MORE PEACEFUL AND PROSPEROUS REGION: This agreement will help put the region on a truly transformative path: one with stability, security, and opportunity.
This agreement is a major breakthrough for Muslims throughout the world who wish to come in peace to pray at the Al Aqsa Mosque, as they will now be able to fly to Tel Aviv through Abu Dhabi to do so and will be welcomed.
By encouraging more visits, it will help counter the extremists who use the false narrative that the Al Aqsa Mosque is under attack and that Muslims cannot pray at this holy site.
Expanded business and financial ties between these two thriving economies will also accelerate growth and economic opportunity across the Middle East.
This agreement will allow further advancement of the President’s vision for finding a comprehensive, fair, realistic, and lasting peace between Israel and the Palestinians and in the region.
Today, President Donald J. Trump was nominated for the 2021 Nobel Peace Prize for his leadership in brokering the Abraham Accords, bringing about the full normalization of relations between Israel and the United Arab Emirates and marking a major step toward a more peaceful Middle East. This historic diplomatic breakthrough between Israel and the United Arab Emirates is the most significant step toward peace in the Middle East in more than a quarter of a century.
This nomination comes amid widespread international support for the peace accords and optimism that the region finally may be turning a corner. By uniting two of America’s closest partners in the region—something many said could not be done—this agreement will create a more peaceful, secure, and prosperous Middle East.
This peace deal is a testament to the bold diplomacy and vision of President Trump, and he is honored to be considered by the Nobel Committee. President Trump will host the Israeli and Emirati delegations for a signing ceremony of the Abraham Accords on September 15 at the White House.
A Norwegian lawmaker has nominated President Trump for the 2021 Nobel Peace Prize for his role in brokering a historic peace deal between Israel and the United Arab Emirates last month.
Trump Nominated for Nobel Peace Prize for Historic Peace Agreement---PJ Media
Why Trump Shouldn't Win the Nobel Peace Prize
Trump Administration Poised to Broker More Deals Between Israel and Muslim States
UAE, Serbia, and Kosovo are among those on board — and more may join up soon.---America Spectator
Trump Nominated For Nobel Peace Prize For Actually Doing Something.--The Federalist
Once again, a sitting president of the United States has been nominated for the Nobel Peace Prize, but unlike last time, when President Barack Obama received the honor, current president Donald Trump has been nominated for an actual achievement, not just being popular in Europe and a nifty public speaker.
Norwegian Official Nominates Trump For Nobel Peace Prize, Takes Shot At Obama--Daily Wire
What the left wing media said about this:
LA TIMES, Opinion: Trump for a Nobel Prize? For what, fiction?.
NEWYORK TIMES: The U.A.E.-Israel Flight Is Nothing to Celebrate
Nobel prize committee's credibility is on the line---THE HILL
WORLD NEWS HEADLINES:
Work to achieve a culture of peace amid COVID-19 upheaval: UN Secretary-General.
As the COVID-19 pandemic continues to upend economies and societies, while also threatening to erode trust in public institutions and democracy, it is critical that people everywhere continue to pursue peace.
https://news.un.org/en/story/2020/09/1072062
UN denounces Kabul attack targeting Afghan Vice President.
The United Nations has strongly condemned Wednesday's attack in the Afghan capital Kabul, targeting the official convoy of the country's First Vice President, Amrullah Saleh.
https://news.un.org/en/story/2020/09/1072032
Belarus: Ensure ‘full respect’ for workers’ rights during protests, ILO urges President Lukashenko.
Voicing deep concern over detention and arrests of trade unionists in Belarus, the head of the UN International Labour Organization (ILO) called on President Alexander Lukashenko to ensure a climate free from violence and intimidation against peacefully protesting workers.
https://news.un.org/en/story/2020/09/1072042
Distrust of public institutions, health inequities could push more countries into conflict, UN political affairs chief warns.
The erosion of trust in public institutions, unequal access to health care and tensions around delicate peace negotiations, are among the risks amplified by COVID-19, which if not mitigated, could push more countries into violence, the UN political affairs chief told the Security Council on Wednesday.
https://news.un.org/en/story/2020/09/1072022
Science, solidarity and solutions needed against climate change: Guterres.
Concentrations of greenhouse gases in the Earth’s atmosphere are at record levels, and emissions that saw a temporary decline due to the pandemic are heading towards pre-COVID levels, while global temperatures continue to hit new highs, according to a major new UN report.
https://news.un.org/en/story/2020/09/1071982
Greece: Devasting fire compounds overcrowding and COVID-19 challenges in refugee camp.
UN agencies have offered support to Greek authorities on Wednesday after a major fire ripped through an overcrowded refugee camp overnight, destroying dwellings and forcing thousands to flee, many reportedly suffering from smoke inhalation.
https://news.un.org/en/story/2020/09/1071942
Fresh war crimes fears highlighted in new Yemen report.
The war in Yemen continues to ravage the country and its people, senior UN-appointed rights investigators said on Wednesday, in a call for an international probe into suspected war crimes, and sanctions against the perpetrators.
https://news.un.org/en/story/2020/09/1072012
Press release from the UN:
United Nations to Highlight Importance of Global Ceasefire, Dialogue during International Peace Day Observance
Hundreds of students from across the globe will come together on 17 September in a virtual event to mark the 2020 International Day of Peace. The Day, commemorated annually on 21 September, was established by the United Nations General Assembly in 1981 and is devoted to strengthening the ideals of peace through observing 24 hours of non-violence and ceasefire.
https://www.un.org/press/en/2020/note6533.doc.htm
Attacks on Education Rising, Fomenting Child Recruitment into Armed Groups, Secretary-General Warns in Inaugural Observance of International Day.
https://www.un.org/press/en/2020/sgsm20235.doc.htm
As World Emerges from COVID-19, Imperative to Protect Nature, Tackle Climate Change, Secretary-General Says in World Ozone Day Message
Following is the text of UN Secretary-General António Guterres’ video message for the International Day for the Preservation of the Ozone Layer, observed on 16 September.
https://www.un.org/press/en/2020/sgsm20237.doc.htm
From the US Mission to the UN:
Remarks at a UN Security Council Open Debate on Children and Armed Conflict.
" The United States remains fully committed to supporting the UN’s critical work to address the effects of conflict on children. There is no issue more important than those affecting the next generations of leaders and citizens in the world. It is only when we support every child in reaching their fullest potential that we will create a safer and more secure world."
Remarks at a UN Security Council Arria Formula Meeting on Youth, Peace, and Security (via VTC).
" The United States recognizes the vital and diverse role that young people play in our governments, political processes, civil society, and international organizations in shaping a secure and prosperous future. Our focus on youth, peace, and security today could not be more timely. Youth are the most vulnerable victims when schools are shut down because of conflict or a pandemic. Even worse, when an entire generation of young people are robbed their education due to war. Youth engagement is vital as we work to maintain international peace and security."
Remarks at a UN Security Council Discussion on Resolution 2532 on COVID-19 (via VTC)
" The United States appreciates the opportunity today to continue this dialogue in the Council on the COVID-19 pandemic. I would like to begin today by expressing our condolences for the illnesses, deaths, and other adverse consequences – including those affecting healthcare and humanitarian personnel – resulting from the COVID-19 pandemic. Our never-ending gratitude goes out to all health care workers, to all UN staff, to all essential personnel who continue to put themselves in harm’s way every day to make us all safer. Thank you so much."
US STATE DEPT: Public Designation of Andrew Wonplo Due to Involvement in Significant Corruption.
China's Africa Investments Could Benefit All If International Rules Are Obeyed---DOD
Recently, during a closed-discussion facilitated by the African Center for Strategic Studies in Washington, D.C, U.S. defense officials joined African, European and U.S. scholars to discuss China's involvement in the world's second-largest continent.
NATIONAL HEADLINES:
President Donald J. Trump Is Committed to Conserving and Improving America’s Environment---WH Fact sheet
PROTECTING OUR ENVIRONMENT: President Donald J. Trump has made it a top priority to promote a clean and healthy environment for the American people.
Attorney General William P. Barr and DEA Acting Administrator Timothy J. Shea Announce Results of Operation Crystal Shield
Nearly 29,000 Pounds of Methamphetamine Seized by DEA before Reaching American Streets---DOJ
U.S. Secretary of Education Betsy DeVos Delivers on Promise to Protect Free Inquiry and Religious Liberty.
WASHINGTON — Today, U.S. Secretary of Education Betsy DeVos delivered on her promise to protect free inquiry and religious liberty on campus by publishing the Improving Free Inquiry, Transparency, and Accountability at Colleges and Universities final rule. The new rule will ensure that public institutions of higher education uphold fundamental rights guaranteed by the First Amendment to the U.S. Constitution and that private institutions of higher education adhere to their own policies regarding freedom of speech, including academic freedom. The final rule also ensures the equal treatment and constitutional rights of religious student organizations at public institutions and provides clarity for faith-based institutions with respect to Title IX.
USDA Seeks Nominations for the Task Force on Agricultural Air Quality Research.
(Washington, D.C., Sept. 8, 2020) – U.S. Secretary of Agriculture Sonny Perdue today announced the invitation for nominations of qualified candidates to be considered for a two-year term on the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) Task Force on Agricultural Air Quality Research. The Task Force advises the Secretary on air quality and its relationship to agriculture based on sound scientific findings and review of research on agricultural air quality supported by federal agencies.
Youth e-cigarette use is down, but 3.6 million still use e-cigarettes.
The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), in collaboration with various partners, released two papers today in Morbidity & Mortality Weekly Report (MMWR) highlighting recent changes in U.S. e-cigarette use and sales.
https://www.cdc.gov/media/releases/2020/p0909-youth-e-cigarette-use-down.html
FDA Warns Website Operators Illegally Selling Opioids to Consumers.
HUD PROVIDES FLEXIBILITIES FOR EMERGENCY SOLUTIONS GRANTS PROGRAM CARES ACT FUNDS
Department working with states and local units of governments to aid vulnerable populations amid outbreak.
https://www.hud.gov/press/press_releases_media_advisories/HUD_No_20_142
BUSINESS & FINANCE HEADLINES:
Treasury Sanctions Russia-Linked Election Interference Actors---US Treasury Dept.
https://home.treasury.gov/news/press-releases/sm1118
Diversity and Inclusion
Testimony by Sheila Clark, Program Director, Office of Diversity and Inclusion--THE FED
https://www.federalreserve.gov/newsevents/testimony/clark20200908a.htm
IRS highlights higher penalties for some tax returns filed after Sept. 14
WASHINGTON — The Internal Revenue Service today urged individuals who owe taxes but have not yet filed for 2019 to act now to avoid larger penalties that, by law, start after September 14.
US CHAMBER OF COMMERCE: Washington State Public Option Fails to Deliver Savings to Consumers.
As a perilous test case for the nation, the state of Washington is unfortunately experiencing firsthand the harms of the public option. Despite the utopian promise envisioned by allowing consumers to choose a health insurance program run by the government rather than purchasing private insurance on their own or offered by their employer, premiums associated with this new option are even higher. This disappointing reality was recently highlighted in an article by Bloomberg, which exposed the fact that the state’s public option plan, “Cascade Care,” is a more costly health coverage option than what consumers were paying for their private coverage.
U.S. DEPARTMENT OF LABOR ANNOUNCES SUMMIT FOR EMPLOYERS ON COMPLIANCE ASSISTANCE AND RECOGNITION AWARD PROGRAMS
U.S. Department of Labor Announces Summit for Employers On Compliance Assistance and Recognition Award Programs.
https://www.dol.gov/newsroom/releases/osec/osec20200910
Operators of Student Debt Relief Scheme Agree to Pay at Least $835,000 to Settle FTC Allegations.
Op-Ed by Commerce Secretary Wilbur L. Ross: We’ll Deliver a Complete and Accurate Census Count.
From our Congressional Delegation to D.C.
Following Bipartisan Letter, FAA Expands Aviation Workforce Training Programs Championed by Cantwell
WA technical and community colleges, high schools, businesses and others eligible for funding.
Murray, Cantwell, Bipartisan Group of Senators Call for Assistance for Wheat Growers Impacted by COVID-19.
Senator Murray: Republicans’ Harmful COVID-19 Package is “Wasting Time People Don’t Have”.
Senator Murray Demands FDA Address Political Interference By Promising Thorough COVID-19 Vaccine Review, Outlining Standards for Emergency Authorization
STATE NEWS HEADLINES:
Inslee issues proclamation providing assistance to families impacted by wildfires.
Gov. Jay Inslee issued a proclamation today in response to damage from several wildfires across the state. The proclamation will help families and individuals impacted by wildfires with cash assistance for immediate needs.
The assistance will be provided through DSHS’ Family Emergency Assistance Program, which has been expanded to also serve individuals and waive the one-time distribution limitation.
"For families impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic, and now the devastating wildfires ravaging our state, funding from the Family Emergency Assistance Program can be, quite literally, a lifesaver," Inslee said. "The state will continue to look for ways to support communities as we work together to recover from multiple economic and health emergencies."
AG FERGUSON FILES MOTION TO IMMEDIATELY BLOCK DAMAGING U.S. POSTAL SERVICE CHANGES.
YAKIMA — Attorney General Bob Ferguson late yesterday asked a Yakima judge to immediately halt the U.S. Postal Service’s drastic operational changes that threaten critical mail delivery nationwide.
AG FERGUSON LEADS LAWSUIT TO PROTECT AMERICA’S ARCTIC NATIONAL WILDLIFE REFUGE FROM OIL AND GAS DRILLING.
OLYMPIA — Attorney General Bob Ferguson announced today he is leading a coalition of 15 states filing a federal lawsuit against the Trump Administration to protect America’s pristine and undeveloped Coastal Plain of the Arctic National Wildlife Refuge from oil and gas development.
Commerce awards $1.36 million in community child care partnership grants.
State collaboration with Safe Start Fund provides 16 grants to nonprofits, local governments and educational service districts to develop community-based plans for expanding child care capacity.
Bi-state partnership boosts understanding of Walla Walla River basin--DOE
https://ecology.wa.gov/Blog/Posts/September-2020/Bi-state-partnership-boosts-understanding-of-Walla
Initial regular unemployment benefit claims increased while continued claims decreased during week of August 30-September 5
OLYMPIA – During the week of August 30 through September 5, there were 20,006 initial regular unemployment claims (up 10.1 percent from the prior week) and 531,425 total claims for all unemployment benefit categories (down 6.5 percent from the prior week) filed by Washingtonians, according to the Employment Security Department (ESD).
DNR Extends Recreation Closure on Eastern Washington Lands Due To Fire Danger.
Ongoing fires and critical fire danger lead to extension through Thursday, September 17
The Washington State Department of Natural Resources (DNR) is extending the closure of all of the lands it manages east of the Cascades to recreation due to high fire danger through Thursday, September 17. DNR staff will evaluate the possibility of extending the closure, originally enacted Tuesday, as the next week progresses.
https://www.dnr.wa.gov/news/dnr-extends-recreation-closure-eastern-washington-lands-due-fire-danger
EDITORIALS & LOCAL MEETINGS
Here's Why I Believe Trump Will Win--PJ MEDIA
https://pjmedia.com/columns/david-limbaugh/2020/09/11/heres-why-i-believe-trump-will-win-n921915
Who Is the BLM Global Network Foundation?---The Patriot Post.
https://patriotpost.us/opinion/73337-who-is-the-blm-global-network-foundation-2020-09-10
Cancel Culture Comes to Cronkite
By BRIAN ANDERSON
The journalism school at the University of Arizona caves to student activists.--National Review
Trump Is Right To Be Antiwar
War is “the health of the state,” as Randolph Bourne said.--American Spectator
https://spectator.org/trump-antiwar-foreign-wars/
Trump Is by No Means Cooked---NEWS MAX
https://www.newsmax.com/patrickbuchanan/pandemic-riots-portland-seattle/2020/09/10/id/986329/
Normalizing trade with China back in 2000 was a colossal mistake--Washington Times
https://www.washingtontimes.com/news/2020/sep/11/normalizing-trade-with-china-back-in-2000-was-a-co/
NFL learns the hard way: You can't unify fans while protesting the national anthem---Washington Examiner
LOCAL MEETINGS
Clallam County Meetings:
Clallam County Commission work session for 9/14/20
https://clallam.granicus.com/GeneratedAgendaViewer.php?view_id=2&event_id=1228
Clallam County Commission regular session for 9/15/20
https://clallam.granicus.com/GeneratedAgendaViewer.php?view_id=2&event_id=7230
Clallam County Board of health meeting for 9/15/20
City of Port Angeles City Council Meeting for 9/15/20
https://www.cityofpa.us/DocumentCenter/View/8684/Final-Packet-09152020
City of Sequim Council meeting for 9/14/20
https://www.sequimwa.gov/ArchiveCenter/ViewFile/Item/2308
City of Forks Council meeting for 9/14/20
https://forkswashington.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/09/Agenda_20200914.pdf
Clallam County PUD for 9/14/20
https://clallampud.net/wp-content/uploads/2020/09/9-14-20-WEB-Packet.pdf
OMC BOARD MEETING FOR 9/16/20
https://www.olympicmedical.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/09/AGENDA-September-16-2020.pdf
JEFFERSON COUNTY MEETINGS:
Jefferson County Commission meeting for 9/14/20
Jefferson County board of health meeting for 9/17/20
This week's top video: President Trump Remarks in Freeland, Michigan
President Trump delivered remarks at a campaign rally in Freeland, Michigan. During his remarks, President Trump talked about a variety of domestic and foreign affairs issues, including his decision to move the U.S. embassy in Israel to Jerusalem and his summit with North Korean leader Kim Jong Un. He also remarked on his nomination by a Norwegian lawmaker for the 2021 Nobel Peace Prize, and about journalist and author Bob Woodward’s reporting on his administration’s response to the coronavirus pandemic. From C-Span.
https://www.c-span.org/video/?475644-1/president-trump-campaigns-freeland-michigan
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