MS NOW December 2018 Articles
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In the know: Women in the news 12/22-12/28
Friday’s Mini-Report, 12.28.18
Trump struggles to make a coherent case for his border wall
It’s odd when Trump forgets events from his own presidency
Friday’s Campaign Round-Up, 12.28.18
Trump says he’ll ‘cut off’ Central American nations in crisis
Desperate for leverage, Trump threatens to close southern border ‘entirely’
Trump’s reality show and the process of ‘making the court jester the king’
Giuliani struggles to keep his story straight on Mueller cooperation
Republicans make little effort to resolve their government shutdown
Thursday’s Mini-Report, 12.27.18
How to use a new job offer to re-negotiate your current salary
New report suggests Michael Cohen was in Prague at a key 2016 moment
Did Trump share more than he should’ve about a Navy Seal team in Iraq?
Trump again comes up short for Gallup’s ‘Most Admired’ honor
Exploiting shutdown, Trump’s lawyers try to delay emoluments case
Trump offers a case study in how not to talk to US troops
Trump points to shutdown supporters who don’t appear to exist
Even in Iraq, Trump can’t bring himself to tell the troops the truth
Unplug, sleep more, empower: 8 entrepreneurs share their 2019 resolutions
Wednesday’s Mini-Report, 12.26.18
Year of the woman? Reflecting on 2018’s progress and the challenges ahead
Trump’s new acting Defense secretary is not without controversy
Wednesday’s Campaign Round-Up, 12.26.18
Trump’s ‘beautiful’ barriers bear no resemblance to his original plan
Trump is the first president since 2002 not to visit troops on Christmas
Defying election results, Republicans balk at voter-approved state laws
Top anti-ISIS official also resigns from Team Trump in protest
Whitaker at the center of controversies that are tough to explain away
Trump learns what Mattis wrote, forces Pentagon chief out sooner
As shutdown continues, Trump’s strategy doesn’t appear to make sense
As economic anxieties rise, Trump and his team make matters worse
Frazzled? 5 tips to stay happy and balanced this holiday
This is Sen. Kamala Harris’ know your value moment
White House describes obvious truths about Russia as ‘ridiculous’
Friday’s Campaign Round-Up, 12.21.18
A wall would cost far more than $5 billion, so why have this fight?
In the know: Women in the news 12/14-12/21
To get wall funding, Trump calls for the elimination of filibusters
Trump seems to think he can get a wall if he calls it something else
It’s far too late for Trump to avoid blame for his own shutdown
Trump’s shutdown strategy is shaped by what he sees on TV
Why Mattis’ resignation made history, created ‘crisis’ conditions
Thursday’s Mini-Report, 12.20.18
‘Governing by near-death experience’ seems like a new normal
11th-hour hiccup appears to increase the odds of a government shutdown
In fight for wall finding, Trump (mistakenly) thinks he’s found leverage
In Trump’s latest court defeat, judge rejects new asylum rules
Trump’s choice for AG wrote anti-Mueller memo, may need to recuse
Trump says Russia is ‘not happy’ with new Syria policy, Putin disagrees
Pentagon’s Mattis finds his good advice ignored by Trump
Donald Trump really should stop trying to speak for the dead
Trump’s Syria withdrawal is a case study in post-policy governing
Wednesday’s Mini-Report, 12.19.18
Mira Sorvino on how to talk to our daughters about sexual assault
Trump tries and fails to defend his scandal-plagued ‘charity’
Wednesday’s Campaign Round-Up, 12.19.18
Giuliani proven wrong about Trump Tower Moscow letter of intent
Three Kansas lawmakers abandon Republican Party, become Dems
11 perfect gifts for the Know Your Value woman
The loud rise and quiet fall of Trump’s ‘major,’ non-existent tax cut
Demanding a wall, Team Trump struggles with meaning of ‘taxpayer’
Senate easily advances criminal justice reform bill, ignores Cotton
Trump’s school-safety commission, led by DeVos, comes up far short
Tuesday’s Mini-Report, 12.18.18
Judge to Michael Flynn: ‘Arguably, you sold your country out’
As it closes, Trump Foundation accused of ‘shocking’ illegalities
Trump administration advances ban on ‘bump stocks’
Tuesday’s Campaign Round-Up, 12.18.18
6 hacks to save time during your job search
White House eyes defense funds for Trump’s border priorities
In lame-duck session, Republicans set their sights low
Comey presses Republicans to ‘stand up and speak the truth’
As shutdown deadline looms, Republicans are lost without a map
The stock market is no longer Donald Trump’s favorite metric
Even after the election, Russia helped Trump, targeted Mueller
Monday’s Mini-Report, 12.17.18
This is Mika Brzezinski’s shining moment
Trump points to renewed interest in family separations at the border
Monday’s Campaign Round-Up, 12.17.18
Beware of presidential polling two years before Election Day
Has a president ever faced impeachment over campaign finance violations?
Awkward truth about the ruling in the ACA case: it’s ‘pretty bananas’
Maybe Trump should try harder not to sound like a mob boss
Rudy Giuliani isn’t doing his client in the White House any favors
Chased by multiple scandals, Zinke resigns from Trump cabinet
Being a woman hurts your credit score — Here’s what you can do about it
5 strategies to deal with the ‘holiday blues’
New WH Chief of Staff Mick Mulvaney and the fine art of failing up
Trump’s wrong: there’s nothing ‘great’ about new health care ruling
Court ruling in GOP case puts health security for millions in jeopardy
Friday’s Mini-Report, 12.14.18
Republicans complete their power grabs in Wisconsin, Michigan
Marco Rubio criticizes the effects of a tax policy he helped pass
Friday’s Campaign Round-Up, 12.14.18
White House: Don’t blame Trump for his inaugural committee
Running out of options, Trump turns to self-pitying whataboutism
The fine print in Trump’s border wall promise comes into focus
As new deficit figures arrive, Paul Ryan sails away on a sea of red ink
Giuliani argues that Trump’s alleged crimes were not ‘big’
Trump-aligned super PAC draws prosecutors’ scrutiny, too
Thursday’s Mini-Report, 12.13.18
Trump’s inaugural committee reportedly facing criminal scrutiny
Attention, parents: How young girls can develop confidence
Maria Butina, suspected Russian agent, pleads guilty to conspiracy
In the know: Women in the news 12/8-12/14
Thursday’s Campaign Round-Up, 12.13.18
GOP senator says he’s ‘concerned’ Trump was ‘involved in a crime’
DHS memo touts border wall construction that doesn’t exist
The end of an error: House GOP crusade against Clinton to end
Trump breaks silence, says Cohen’s crimes ‘were not criminal’
Despite revelations, Lindsey Graham still excuses Trump
As pressure rises, Giuliani presses Mueller ‘to wrap the damn thing up’
Wednesday’s Mini-Report, 12.12.18
Why the prosecutors’ deal with National Enquirer parent is so important
Michael Cohen, president’s former attorney, sentenced to 36 months
Wednesday’s Campaign Round-Up, 12.12.18
The immigration deal Trump should’ve taken, but didn’t
Facing Google’s CEO, Republicans can’t shake their conspiracy theories
Gift guide: 18 inspiring books young girls should read in 2018
Why Trump, even now, says he’ll have Mexico pay for a border wall
Elizabeth Vargas opens up about her recovery from alcohol addiction
‘Troubling gaps’ between Trump’s beliefs and intel community
Trump pretends his search for a chief of staff is going well (it’s not)
To address the impeachment threat, Trump will first need to understand it
This home buyer saved for a down payment in 5 years (and you can too)
Health Matters: 5 ways to simplify your holiday season
Tuesday’s Mini-Report, 12.11.18
After publicly bickering with Dems, Trump moves toward shutdown
5 etiquette rules for your office holiday party
GOP’s McConnell switches gears on criminal justice reform bill
Tuesday’s Campaign Round-Up, 12.11.18
Comey points to GOP leaders’ ‘everlasting shame’ over 2016 inaction
Trump reportedly hoped someone else would fire Kelly for him
A ‘suppressed’ report from Trump’s CFPB finally reaches the public
Leading GOP senator suggests Trump’s misdeeds were rookie mistakes
Investigation-loving House leader urges Dems to leave Trump alone
Asked about allegations against Trump, senator says, ‘I don’t care’
Monday’s Mini-Report, 12.10.18
Suspected Russian agent Maria Butina prepared to plead guilty
Monday’s Campaign Round-Up, 12.10.18
Trump scandal is far more serious than ‘an error in filing paperwork’
The problem with the GOP’s interest in John Edwards’ court case
Jared Kushner’s efforts with Saudi Arabia draw fresh scrutiny
Russian contacts with Team Trump highlight a foundational lie
Why would anyone want to be Trump’s White House chief of staff?
Faced with scandal, Trump seems oblivious to his precarious state
Doing himself no favors, Trump lashes out at ‘dumb’ former cabinet sec
GOP senator: Stop nominating people with ‘questionable records on race’
In the know: Women in the news 12/1-12/6
Why Trump’s choice for the new attorney general is so controversial
Friday’s Campaign Round-Up, 12.7.18
Billionaire’s support for EPA’s Pruitt was ‘believed to be in cash’
Tillerson: Trump’s instructions were often at odds with the law
Trump to nominate former Fox personality for United Nations post
My top moments at the Know Your Value event in San Francisco
Wisconsin and the ‘If Only Those People Weren’t Here’ phenomenon
Job growth falls short of expectations in November
A month after election, new GOP senator already faces investigation
Thursday’s Mini-Report, 12.6.18
Despite election-fraud scandal, North Carolina advances voter-ID bill
Thursday’s Campaign Round-Up, 12.6.18
Answering Mueller’s questions may not have been ‘easy’ after all
Giuliani changes direction on report to counter Mueller
Lindsey Graham underwhelmed by Michael Flynn’s felonies
A month later, scale of Dems’ victory appears even more impressive
Leading Trump media ally: ‘Don’t talk to the FBI’
Trump’s hotel profited from clumsy Saudi-backed lobbying campaign
Wednesday’s Mini-Report, 12.5.18
Anne Finucane named to Forbes’ ‘World’s 100 Most Powerful Women’
7 bad interview answers and how to improve them
Hack into Republicans’ committee leaves Trump in an awkward spot
Mattis and Pompeo face bipartisan pressure following Khashoggi briefing
Wednesday’s Campaign Round-Up, 12.5.18
In defiance of voters’ will, Wisconsin GOP advances brazen power-grab
Leading Trump ally tries to spin latest Mueller court filing
Giuliani, Trump’s ‘cyber’ guy, flubs internet basics, blames conspiracy
Roger Stone, longtime Trump associate, pleads the Fifth
In Flynn filing, Mueller points to ‘several ongoing investigations’
Tuesday’s Mini-Report, 12.4.18
Trump claims a border wall would ‘pay for itself’ (but it really wouldn’t)
The women of the #MeToo movement are seizing their moment
This is how Sen. Kamala Harris finds confidence
House Dems may balk at seating North Carolina’s Harris
Tuesday’s Campaign Round-Up, 12.4.18
In the wake of defeat, Republicans see no reason to change
Since when does Trump believe current military spending is ‘crazy’?
Wisconsin Republicans want to ‘maximize their control and minimize yours’
Trump’s emoluments headache is poised to get a whole lot worse
Trump’s ‘incredible deal’ with China doesn’t appear to exist
From high kicks to high chairs: 6 life hacks from Rockette moms
End-of-year career checklist: What ambitious workers should do now
When discussing China, Trump should avoid ‘leap forward’ references
Trump’s latest Twitter tantrum raises awkward legal questions
Monday’s Campaign Round-Up, 12.3.18
Trump met with Putin at the G-20 summit after all
Michigan Republicans scramble to rig the game before they lose power
Wisconsin Republicans scramble to rig the game before they lose power
Fraud allegations jolt election results in key North Carolina race
Mattis breaks new ground, claims Russian interference in midterms
Leading Dems highlight how Trump was compromised by the Kremlin