Thursday Short Cuts
Notable quotables from Rebecca Hagelin, David Plouffe, Jim VandeHei, and more.
Thursday News Executive Summary
Historic jobless claims, China’s concealment, Iran “sneak attack,” and more.
COVID-19 Was Made in China — Send Xi the Bill
There is a clear and indisputable liability case to be made against China, which should include remuneration of the economic costs to our nation.
Cuomo’s Fateful Decision
The New York governor opted against advice in 2015 that the state stockpile ventilators in case of a pandemic.
NYC Mayor Calls for Life as Usual, Blames Trump for Disastrous Results
The hypocrisy is galling even for Democrats like Bill de Blasio.
Pelosi’s Tax Cuts for the Rich
As part of the next relief bill, the House speaker wants a favor for wealthy blue staters.
This Is Not the Financial Crisis
There are valid comparisons with 2008, but there are some important distinctions.
IG Finds Pervasive FBI Abuse of FISA
Horowitz finds that FBI agents routinely failed to comply with FISA application standards.
The Political Cover-Up
Drawing some interesting life lessons in the current crisis from a thriller movie.
Wednesday News Executive Summary
A hellish few weeks coming, stocks’ bad quarter, infrastructure bill, and more.
Top Opinion
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Stephen Moore Stop Pretending That Colleges Are Nonprofit Institutions
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Guest Commentary Islamist Ideology — The Greatest Threat to Freedom
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Cal Thomas It Depends on Where You Stand
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The Washington Stand Federal Judge Rules the SPLC’s ‘Hate Map’ Can Continue
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Gary Bauer History Is Repeating
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Daniel McCarthy Renee Good Endangered Her Life — and Yours
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Salena Zito In Reelection Launch, Josh Shapiro Admits Violent Attack Almost Drove Him From the Race
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Christine Flowers Reaching a Conclusion About Renee Good’s Killing
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