📻 @RepJohnYarmuth reacts to new info in the #DavidMcAtee shooting, clarifying "defund the police", how #HeroesAct could boost equality, and do @BernieSanders & @AOC really help @Booker4KY in red Kentucky? @840WHAS audio https://t.co/oA29cYinqz #PoliceReform #BlackLivesMattter pic.twitter.com/HfDEcrgeUe— Terry Meiners (@terrymeiners) June 10, 2020 We learned today that a bullet from the Kentucky National Guard killed David "BBQ Man" McAtee during a law enforcement shutdown during curfew. McAtee had fired at least two shots from the 9 millimeter weapon that he pulled. Kentucky government officials say that McAtee fired first and was shot by either of the LMPD officers who returned fire along with national guard troops. A shot from @kentuckyguard killed #DavidMcAtee, not @LMPD officers, according to @GovAndyBeshear cabinet secretary Michael Brown.
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Defund The Police. Umm, how would that work?
Here's the thought process emerging from people who believe that social workers should handle the majority of police work. Read the thread. But so long as we’re talking about what the “defund the police” movement could mean in practice – in addition to cutting budgets – here are some ideas.— David Menschel (@davidminpdx) June 7, 2020 And, of course, don't let your racist privilege limit criminal opportunities for a marginalized perpetrator. Criminals are people, too! They have lost their minds. 😂🤣🤬🤦🏻♂️ https://t.co/JDdzd7yCe6— Jeremy Cobb (@cobbycobb_UK) June 8, 2020 😳😳😳 pic.twitter.com/wWpwqgJ9if— Daily Caller (@DailyCaller) June 10, 2020 Senator Kamala Harris sees a "re-imagining" of America's police. She sees fewer dollars going to policing and more dollars going to mental health causes. How
Policing. Defunding. Equality. Security. Many voices, many issues, one community
Following the police shootings of Breonna Taylor and David McAtee, Louisville has been reeling from passionate street protests against police brutality. Riots and looting sprang forth on the edges of the peaceful protests so law enforcement added National Guard troops by order of Governor Andy Beshear. The move only heightened tensions. Here are some of the most poignant leadership, legal, and prominent voices who shared a radio microphone with me to talk about solving Louisville's issues of inequality and cracked security. #Louisville metro council member Jessica Green on @LMPD shooting of #DavidMcAtee, protest rioting, small business concerns, the city's future, more 🎙️ @840WHAS audio https://t.co/HNdwo2oLdy #BreonnaTaylor #GeorgeFloyd #BlackLivesMatter pic.twitter.com/gm2xzUJLmz— Terry Meiners (@terrymeiners) June 2, 2020 This @nytimes video adds much more context
Facing heat from #BlackLivesMatter, cops, citizens, and business owners, Louisville Mayor Greg Fischer joins me to talk about the city’s unprecedented upheaval
Today would have been Breonna Taylor's 27th birthday. She's dead. On March 13, LMPD officers shot her in her apartment after activating a no-knock warrant in search of someone who was not there. Breonna's boyfriend Kenneth Walker awoke from the police invasion and shot at what he thought were burglars. Police returned fire, wounding Walker and killing Taylor. Thousands of protesters have taken to the streets to honor Breonna in a movement launched following the Minneapolis police killing of George Floyd. Four police officers have been arrested over Floyd's death but none of the Louisville officers have been charged in the killing of Breonna Taylor. Louisville Mayor Greg Fischer appeared on the radio with me tonight to answer questions about the protests, Breonna's
Why Kentucky will say no to Joe
If you ever want to know why people in Kentucky don’t trust National Democrats and vote against them, quotes like this are proof positive I too am sick and tired of trying to defend self-righteous, elitist national Democrats https://t.co/cYDh7F0eja — Matt Jones (@KySportsRadio) April 27, 2020 Joe Biden has zero chance of winning in Kentucky. Zero. The Matt Jones statement above is exactly why national Democrats have no influence in Kentucky. Arrogance, condescension, and class warfare are not paths to unity.
You don’t need fireworks, fast cars, or twerking ladies. It’s Bruce Springsteen. He communicates alone.
Bruce Springsteen's haunting finish in the Brilliant Disguise video is one of the best pieces of rock & roll visual art ever. Don't @ me. Just a man and his guitar explaining his broken heart. That's solid gold, Jerry!
Gather ’round the radio for riveting WWII updates
Radio delivers like no other medium. Listen to these voices describing the most consequential military maneuvers of World War II. Here are some segments of RADIO GOES TO WAR "The Amos and Andy program has been delayed a few moments" as we tell you how the Allies are saving the world.
One World Together At Home – global citizen concert from stars’ homes
As a gigantic fundraiser for the World Health Organization during the COVID-19 pandemic, some of the world's biggest stars performed and made fundraising pitches to help eradicate the virus. Pretty epic show. Let's save the best for first. Celine Dion, Lady Gaga, Andrea Bocelli, John Legend, and Lang Lang offer "The Prayer." Lady Gaga Stevie Wonder John Legend and Sam Smith J Lo Taylor Swift Keith Urban Lizzo Hozier Billie Eilish & Finneas David and Victoria Beckham introduce Elton John Rolling Stones Jess Glynne The Killers Lady Antebellum Ellie Goulding Paul McCartney Jessie J Annie and Lola Lennox Billie Joe Armstrong
The Oops File
We all make mistakes. I make mistakes every day during lengthy broadcasts. Sometimes one doesn't hear their own misstatement or mangled words. With that in mind, here is my ongoing collection of apology tweets from people who've misspoken and had to circle back to correct the record. I’ve realized my comments on risks around opening schools have confused and upset people, which was never my intention. I misspoke. pic.twitter.com/Kq1utwiCjR— Dr. Mehmet Oz (@DrOz) April 16, 2020 Dr. Drew is a snake oil salesman. Really terrible stuff here. What a disgrace. pic.twitter.com/Eh35Ky8yVO— Yashar Ali 🐘 (@yashar) April 4, 2020
The USED TO BE COOL file: David Byrne
David Byrne. Performance artist. Too hip for this planet back in the early 80s. How is he today? Still pretty fond of himself.