"First they came for the socialists, and I did not speak out—because I was not a socialist..."

[NewsVine_Mariyam]

"....Then they came for the trade unionists, and I did not speak out—because I was not a trade unionist.​

​

Then they came for the Jews, and I did not speak out—because I was not a Jew.​

​

Then they came for me—and there was no one left to speak for me.​

​

—Martin Niemöller​

My sister recently reminded me of this quote, before Trump took office but after he won the election. In light of his comments, blaming the tragic mid-air collision and crash into the Potomac that occurred last night I couldn't help but remember it again:

Pentagon intelligence agency pauses observances for Martin Luther King Jr. Day, Juneteenth​

Story by Ellen Mitchell
• 6h • 2 min read

Pentagon intelligence agency pauses observances for Martin Luther King Jr. Day, Juneteenth

The Pentagon’s intelligence agency has put on hold observances of Martin Luther King Jr. Day, Juneteenth, Holocaust Days of Remembrance and other annual historical or cultural events due to President Trump’s ban on diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) programs across the federal government, according to a new internal memo.

The instructions, sent in a Defense Intelligence Agency (DIA) memo dated Jan. 28, affect 11 annual events.

“DIA will pause all activities and events related to Agency Special Emphasis Programs effective immediately and until further notice,” the memo said. “Additionally, Special Observances hosted throughout the year … are also paused.”’

Among the “special observances” halted are Martin Luther King Jr. Day and Juneteenth, though the memo said the pause would not affect those federal holidays.
Also included in the pause are Black History Month, Women’s History Month, Women’s Equality Day, Holocaust Days of Remembrance, Asian American Pacific Islander Heritage Month, Pride, National Hispanic Heritage Month, National American Indian Heritage Month and National Disability Employment Awareness Month.

The document was first reported by independent journalist Ken Klippenstein and posted to social platform X.

Asked about the pause, the DIA said in a statement to The Hill that it is working with the Defense Department “to fully implement all Executive Orders and Administration guidance in a timely manner. As we receive additional guidance, we will continue to update our internal guidance.”
When asked, Pentagon officials said they are not aware of a DOD-wide policy concerning the issue.

White House press secretary Karoline Leavitt said Tuesday that the White House still intends to celebrate Black History Month as well as “American history and the contributions that all Americans, regardless of race, religion or creed, have made to our great country.”

Trump in a Jan. 20 executive order moved to end DEI programs across the federal government, with another order signed Monday to “abolish” every DEI office within the Defense and Homeland Security departments.

But the White House has not given clear guidance as to how agencies might comply with the directives, a gap that led to a brief uproar when the Air Force temporarily removed videos on the Tuskegee Airmen and the World War II female pilots from its courses. After opposition from several GOP lawmakers, the service said it would continue to teach the history of both groups.

Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth, for his part, on Wednesday directed staff to create a task force to promote “merit-based, color-blind policies” throughout the U.S. military and ensure no DEI programs continue to exist.

As part of that effort, race and sex will be struck from considerations for military promotions, admissions to defense academic institutions and career fields.
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[MisterBeale]

Air traffic controller was doing the job of two people during DC plane crash due to tower being understaffed, FAA says​

Air traffic controller was doing the job of two people during DC plane crash due to tower being understaffed, FAA says

The air traffic controller working at the time of the deadly plane-helicopter crash in Washington was doing the work of two people, the Federal Aviation Administration said.

nypost.com

https://www.faa.gov/be-atc

 

[Scoutster]

Maybe the liberal socialist nuts are correct, maybe those beds are for them at Gitmo after all.

 

[scruffy]

Maybe the liberal socialist nuts are correct, maybe those beds are for them at Gitmo after all.

Trump is great, ain't he?

Two weeks in office and he already has the leftards off balance.

 

[jackflash]

"....Then they came for the trade unionists, and I did not speak out—because I was not a trade unionist.​

​

Then they came for the Jews, and I did not speak out—because I was not a Jew.​

​

Then they came for me—and there was no one left to speak for me.​

​

—Martin Niemöller​

My sister recently reminded me of this quote, before Trump took office but after he won the election. In light of his comments, blaming the tragic mid-air collision and crash into the Potomac that occurred last night I couldn't help but remember it again:

Pentagon intelligence agency pauses observances for Martin Luther King Jr. Day, Juneteenth​

Story by Ellen Mitchell
• 6h • 2 min read

Pentagon intelligence agency pauses observances for Martin Luther King Jr. Day, Juneteenth

The Pentagon’s intelligence agency has put on hold observances of Martin Luther King Jr. Day, Juneteenth, Holocaust Days of Remembrance and other annual historical or cultural events due to President Trump’s ban on diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) programs across the federal government, according to a new internal memo.

The instructions, sent in a Defense Intelligence Agency (DIA) memo dated Jan. 28, affect 11 annual events.

“DIA will pause all activities and events related to Agency Special Emphasis Programs effective immediately and until further notice,” the memo said. “Additionally, Special Observances hosted throughout the year … are also paused.”’

Among the “special observances” halted are Martin Luther King Jr. Day and Juneteenth, though the memo said the pause would not affect those federal holidays.
Also included in the pause are Black History Month, Women’s History Month, Women’s Equality Day, Holocaust Days of Remembrance, Asian American Pacific Islander Heritage Month, Pride, National Hispanic Heritage Month, National American Indian Heritage Month and National Disability Employment Awareness Month.

The document was first reported by independent journalist Ken Klippenstein and posted to social platform X.

Asked about the pause, the DIA said in a statement to The Hill that it is working with the Defense Department “to fully implement all Executive Orders and Administration guidance in a timely manner. As we receive additional guidance, we will continue to update our internal guidance.”
When asked, Pentagon officials said they are not aware of a DOD-wide policy concerning the issue.

White House press secretary Karoline Leavitt said Tuesday that the White House still intends to celebrate Black History Month as well as “American history and the contributions that all Americans, regardless of race, religion or creed, have made to our great country.”

Trump in a Jan. 20 executive order moved to end DEI programs across the federal government, with another order signed Monday to “abolish” every DEI office within the Defense and Homeland Security departments.

But the White House has not given clear guidance as to how agencies might comply with the directives, a gap that led to a brief uproar when the Air Force temporarily removed videos on the Tuskegee Airmen and the World War II female pilots from its courses. After opposition from several GOP lawmakers, the service said it would continue to teach the history of both groups.

Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth, for his part, on Wednesday directed staff to create a task force to promote “merit-based, color-blind policies” throughout the U.S. military and ensure no DEI programs continue to exist.

As part of that effort, race and sex will be struck from considerations for military promotions, admissions to defense academic institutions and career fields.
Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.

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Hot damn! The gender/race BS is being tossed & replaced by INDIVIDUAL MERIT, the way it's supposed to be!!!

 

[MisterBeale]

Trump is great, ain't he?

Two weeks in office and he already has the leftards off balance.

 

[IM2]

Hot damn! The gender/race BS is being tossed & replaced by INDIVIDUAL MERIT, the way it's supposed to be!!!

America has never been about individual merit and the damage created because f it has not been fixed. Pausing holidays has nothing do with jobs. So this is more white racist bs.

 

[IM2]

Trump is great, ain't he?

Two weeks in office and he already has the leftards off balance.

You guys think this is a game. As long as trump pisses off the libs, you're fine with the destruction of this country. But Trump is losing.

 

[log cabin republican]

"....Then they came for the trade unionists, and I did not speak out—because I was not a trade unionist.​

​

Then they came for the Jews, and I did not speak out—because I was not a Jew.​

​

Then they came for me—and there was no one left to speak for me.​

​

—Martin Niemöller​

That is the dumbest, inaccurate quote, repeated by the dumbest people.

 

[Stryder50]

1,034 persons is not a large enough base for accurate national rating.
Also, need a reliable link to check validation of method and results.
Otherwise, your post is bogus = fake news.

 

[JGalt]

I wish someone would come for the socialists. They're a bunch of insufferable twats.

 

[struth]

"....Then they came for the trade unionists, and I did not speak out—because I was not a trade unionist.​

​

Then they came for the Jews, and I did not speak out—because I was not a Jew.​

​

Then they came for me—and there was no one left to speak for me.​

​

—Martin Niemöller​

My sister recently reminded me of this quote, before Trump took office but after he won the election. In light of his comments, blaming the tragic mid-air collision and crash into the Potomac that occurred last night I couldn't help but remember it again:

Pentagon intelligence agency pauses observances for Martin Luther King Jr. Day, Juneteenth​

Story by Ellen Mitchell
• 6h • 2 min read

Pentagon intelligence agency pauses observances for Martin Luther King Jr. Day, Juneteenth

The Pentagon’s intelligence agency has put on hold observances of Martin Luther King Jr. Day, Juneteenth, Holocaust Days of Remembrance and other annual historical or cultural events due to President Trump’s ban on diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) programs across the federal government, according to a new internal memo.

The instructions, sent in a Defense Intelligence Agency (DIA) memo dated Jan. 28, affect 11 annual events.

“DIA will pause all activities and events related to Agency Special Emphasis Programs effective immediately and until further notice,” the memo said. “Additionally, Special Observances hosted throughout the year … are also paused.”’

Among the “special observances” halted are Martin Luther King Jr. Day and Juneteenth, though the memo said the pause would not affect those federal holidays.
Also included in the pause are Black History Month, Women’s History Month, Women’s Equality Day, Holocaust Days of Remembrance, Asian American Pacific Islander Heritage Month, Pride, National Hispanic Heritage Month, National American Indian Heritage Month and National Disability Employment Awareness Month.

The document was first reported by independent journalist Ken Klippenstein and posted to social platform X.

Asked about the pause, the DIA said in a statement to The Hill that it is working with the Defense Department “to fully implement all Executive Orders and Administration guidance in a timely manner. As we receive additional guidance, we will continue to update our internal guidance.”
When asked, Pentagon officials said they are not aware of a DOD-wide policy concerning the issue.

White House press secretary Karoline Leavitt said Tuesday that the White House still intends to celebrate Black History Month as well as “American history and the contributions that all Americans, regardless of race, religion or creed, have made to our great country.”

Trump in a Jan. 20 executive order moved to end DEI programs across the federal government, with another order signed Monday to “abolish” every DEI office within the Defense and Homeland Security departments.

But the White House has not given clear guidance as to how agencies might comply with the directives, a gap that led to a brief uproar when the Air Force temporarily removed videos on the Tuskegee Airmen and the World War II female pilots from its courses. After opposition from several GOP lawmakers, the service said it would continue to teach the history of both groups.

Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth, for his part, on Wednesday directed staff to create a task force to promote “merit-based, color-blind policies” throughout the U.S. military and ensure no DEI programs continue to exist.

As part of that effort, race and sex will be struck from considerations for military promotions, admissions to defense academic institutions and career fields.
Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.

For the latest news, weather, sports, and streaming video, head to The Hill.


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What’s wrong with a merit based color blind system in the military?

 

[Dragonlady]

Trump is great, ain't he?

Two weeks in office and he already has the leftards off balance.

The American left isn't your "enemy" Scruffy, but thanks for proving you're an idiot.

One week in office and Americans are dying as a result of his gutting of the TSA and the FAA and firing air traffic controllers.

Trump is correct in blaming DEI hires in charge. You elected an unqualified white man over the highly qualified black woman, and already the incompetent old dotard is killing Americans just like the last time you elected him.

His highly qualified reality TV people did a great job. I'm sure his son's ex-girlfriend will make a great ambassador, and as will Jared Kuchner's Dad, the convicted felon.

The great American meritocracy. Reality TV stars running the place.

 

[initforme]

We don't have enough air traffic controllers because the job doesn't pay enough. It is that simple. Double the pay and people will go into it. Economy 101. More pay more effort.

 

[Cellblock2429]

Trump is great, ain't he?

Two weeks in office and he already has the leftards off balance.

/----/ It's shock and awe. The libtards' heads are spinning and don't know which way is up.

 

[Dragonlady]

/----/ It's shock and awe. The libtards' heads are spinning and don't know which way is up.

It's insanity and idiocy from your Affirmative Action President and his Reality TV Cabinet.

Trump's attempts to throw so much shit at the wall that some of it is bound to stick, is failing miserably. Already Americans are dying because Trump and Musk are fucking around with the FAA and the TSA, firing all of the regulators and "disloyal" hires who are requiring SpaceX and Tesla to comply with reporting requirements on accidents, and who have fined Musk for failure to do so.

Trump is the guy who expanded the hiring to including people with disabilities and his invitation to disabilities to apply was on the FAA Website throughout his first Administration.

Once again, Trump's fuckups come back to haunt him and he blames other people. What a tool

 

[Cellblock2429]

It's insanity and idiocy from your Affirmative Action President and his Reality TV Cabinet.

Trump's attempts to throw so much shit at the wall that some of it is bound to stick, is failing miserably. Already Americans are dying because Trump and Musk are fucking around with the FAA and the TSA, firing all of the regulators and "disloyal" hires who are requiring SpaceX and Tesla to comply with reporting requirements on accidents, and who have fined Musk for failure to do so.

Trump is the guy who expanded the hiring to including people with disabilities and his invitation to disabilities to apply was on the FAA Website throughout his first Administration.

Once again, Trump's fuckups come back to haunt him and he blames other people. What a tool

/----/ "Trump is the guy who expanded the hiring to including people with disabilities and his invitation to disabilities to apply was on the FAA Website throughout his first Administration."
That was Obozo. Trump 45 recinded it, Dementia Joe reinstated it, and Trump 47 resinded it again.
You need a scorecard to keep up. No wonder you're confused.

 

[initforme]

Time for america to start actually paying air traffic controllers.

 

[TheGreatSatan]

After Trump goes after all the illegal alien criminals and gangsters, he is going to go after the democrats who aided and abetted them and hold them liable for the crimes the invaders committed

Nuremberg 2.0 is near

 

[NewsVine_Mariyam]

Hot damn! The gender/race BS is being tossed & replaced by INDIVIDUAL MERIT, the way it's supposed to be!!!

You're missing the point. One of our resident white supremacists who also happens to be Jewish is always cheering and supporting acts to take away things that anyone who is not white or a white male in some case, have earned.

In line with the idiocy that is white supremacy, she refuses to believe that in spite of being white, the same DEI and affirmative action initiatives that she tars others with have benefitted her as well. In fact, white women are the demographic that has benefitted the most by affirmative action.

Now, low and behold, something that actually CLEARLY impacts her is also on the chopping block - Holocaust Remembrance Days are scuttled (put on pause) along with Black History Month and Dr. Martin Luther King's Birthday.