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Marjorie Taylor Green Our Queen of Lunatics In Politics

Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene tells Dr. Fauci, 'You're not doctor' during COVID hearing

Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene, R-GA, attacked Dr. Anthony Fauci, who led much of the U.S. response to the COVID-19 pandemic, refusing to call him a doctor, shouting over his response to her questions and saying he "should be prosecuted for crimes against humanity" during Congressional testimony Thursday.

Marjorie Taylor Greene Battles Democrats In House Hearings

This past year, Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene (R-GA) shared some choice moments with her Democratic colleagues in the House of Representatives.

MAGA Meltdown! Marjorie Taylor Greene loses it over Trump's 'imminent' Jan. 6 indictment

Donald Trump is facing indictment in Special Counsel Jack Smith’s January 6th criminal probe.  Many legal experts and former DOJ prosecutors are saying charges are imminent.  After Trump received a target letter, Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene went on a tirade against the DOJ.  In this video, MSNBC’s Brian Tyler Cohen fact-checks MTG’s response and explains why Trump is “facing accountability.”  

House quickly rejects Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene's effort to remove Speaker Johnson from office

Hardline Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene tried and failed in sudden action Wednesday to oust Speaker Mike Johnson, her long-shot effort swiftly and resoundingly rejected by Democrats and Republicans tired of the political chaos.

Texas Dem House Representative Jasmine Crockett In Action

Rep. Crockett slams Trump as 'simple-minded' and 'underqualified' at House hearing

Rep. Jasmine Crockett, D-Texas, took aim at Project 2025 and former President Trump during a House Oversight Committee hearing that was scrutinizing policies form the Biden administration.

Rep. Crockett UNCOVERS Project 2025's plans to weaponize the Justice Department.

In a Judiciary Subcommittee Hearing on the Weaponization of the Federal Government, Rep. Jasmine Crockett asks DOJ witnesses on Project 2025 plans to use the Justice Department to attack ordinary Americans.

Jasmine Crockett just went off with facts Post Debate about Trump, Project 25 and GOP Fiction

In this fiery post-debate commentary, Rep. Jasmine Crockett delivers a powerful critique of GOP policies, Donald Trump's Project 2025, and the hearing she deems a waste of taxpayer dollars. Crockett doesn't hold back as she highlights facts on global inflation, rural broadband access in Texas, and the ongoing attacks on Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) by the GOP. She calls out the political maneuvering behind Project 2025 and debunks myths about the Biden administration’s handling of inflation, all while standing firm on the importance of equity in leadership.

Jasmine Crockett REVEALS Trump's China Ties

Congresswoman Crockett revealed in a Oversight Hearing on June 26th, 2024 that former President Donald Trump and his family failed to disclose millions in income and hundreds of Chinese trademarks on his ethics filings.

2024 East Coast Trek

Christine Kelly Celebrates 100th Birthday

On August 31, 2024, Ms. Christine Kelly celebrated her 100th Birthday in Bay Shore, New York. It was a fabulous event on a very lovely day in New York. The author of "It's About Time", took time to speak to each and every one of her guest, including yours truly. She is amazing!!!God continue to bless her and her family!!!

Aunt Bambi's Beautiful Backyard

Sept 4, 2024. I am at my aunt Bambi's home in Cleveland, Ohio resting on her beautiful backyard deck. After taking a 4.2 mile walk up the hilly incline roads in her and her son Greg's neighborhood of Richmond Heights, what a lovely place to cool down and relax doing anything of your choice. A quarry is directly behind the deck. My late uncle Wilbur and his brother Moses would love the quarry as many kinds of animals come up to the deck for her plants to eat. I guess a hunting from the deck they would go.

Pittsburgh PA

Cousin Greg drove me to see Pittsburg, PA. He calls it a one tank trip which he and his wife Gwen try to take every Monday going to a different place within the distance of one full tank of gas in his truck. 

We

We're in the city where the three (3) rivers meet.  We parked the truck in the Rivers Casino parking garage and walked through the casino, no cash spent there at all. Came out and walk to the PRT (Pittsburg Rapid Transit) which had a station across from Acrisure Stadium, home of the Pittsburg Steelers and the Hunt family.

PRT (Pittsburgh Rapid Transit) Pittsburg PA

We are on the train headed downtown. There is no charge for the ride for your first four stops in either direction. A creative way to get people to take the train around the city which goes under the three rivers. 


We met this very friendly man riding the train with his eBike. We had a very informative talk about the eBike and how he integrates the train and the eBike. He uses the eBike all year round including the cold winters in Pittsburg. Only snow days stop him.

Downtown Pittsburgh Market Square

Cousin and I just got off the subway at the downtown stop and walked up to ground level and venture directly into the Market Square. Here we saw vendors, music stages, and groups of people participating in seminars of some sort. 

Downtown Pittsburgh

As we start to just walk around downtown Pittsburgh, we run into the "PPG Place . These buildings are gorgeous!
PPG Place, described as the ‘crown jewel’ of the Pittsburgh skyline, sits in the heart of downtown, adjacent to historic Market Square. The complex consists of six office buildings totaling 1.5 million rentable square feet of trophy Class A space. PPG Place is home to several restaurants as well as the Wintergarden and the PPG Place Plaza – featuring The UPMC Rink at PPG Place in the winter and outdoor seating surrounding a unique water feature in the warm weather months.

Dowtown PRT Station

Cousin and I are getting back on the PRT to head back to the truck so that we can go up Mt. Washington for some views. a bite to eat, and a ride on the furnicular incline on the mountain.

Back At Rivers Casino

Cousin and I are back at Rivers Casino which he says is packed after working hours and of course the weekends. Parking in the garage is free and people often park here for free and then walk over to the subway and get on it for free.

Mt. Washington, Pittsburgh PA

I  had no idea that Pittsburgh, PA was a mountainous city. I call it little San Francisco. We are on top of Mt. Washington. How do they drive cars here in the snow is beyond me. The views are magnificent. If you're walking, plenty of exercise is headed your way. We made some climbs up the roads to locations. I'm happy to know I'm in shape and so is Greg.

Duquensne Incline Funicular

If you have/had no idea what a funicular, don't feel alone. The definition is: (of a railroad, especially one on a mountainside) operating by cable with ascending and descending cars counterbalanced. I have never heard of a funicular until I went to Pittsburgh. It's like a San Francisco cable car, but it only goes up and down a very steep mountain. Back in the late 1800's when Pittsburgh was a booming steel and coal town, the miners and the steel workers lived on top of the mountains and walked down the mountain to the mines or steel mills, but after 12 hours of work, they were too tired to walk back up the mountain, usually over 1,000 steps. So funiculars were built and cost 2 cents to ride.

Duquensne Incline Funicular Mechanical Room

s a cable-powered transit system that uses a counterbalancing system to move vehicles up steep inclines: 


By using a counterweight pulley system, the funicular uses the kinetic energy of the descending car to raise the ascending car in a manner similar to that of an elevator. This works in combination with wheeled cars and tracks to allow for long routes and reliable rides.

Taking a Ride On The Duquensne Incline, Mt. Washington, Pittsburgh PA

Cousin Greg and I took a ride on this funicular with two other passengers. The gentleman appeared to be very humorous in his approach to this unique mode of transportation up and down a mountain.

U.S. Open 2024

On My Way To The U.S. Open

The easiest way to get to the Open is by train. I took the LIRR from Ronkonkoma to Jamaica, change at Jamaica to Woodside, and from Woodside to Williets Point home of the New York Mets and Billie Jean King Tennis Center, home of the U.S. Open Tennis Championships.

Entering U.S. Open Ticket Holders

The train stops right at the entrance to the U.S. Open. You just have to get your train ticket stamped so you're ready to get back on the train when the event is over for you that day.

Inside Louis Armstrong Stadium

The Louis Armstrong Stadium use used to be the largest main stadium at the open. It was redesigned when the Arthur Ashe stadium was built. It is now the second show court at the open.

Getting Ready For The First Match For A Long Day

We are getting ready for the first match of the day between P. Badosa versus YF Wang. Badosa won 6-1, 6-2. Play started at 11:00am and ended near 9:30 pm.

People Are Still Coming In

Music is playing and the fans are starting to come in

The Stadium is Filling Up

The first match started at 11:00 am and the stadium is starting to fill up. This stadium holds almost 15,000 people.

Trains and Citi Field Home Of The NY Mets

Looking at trains coming and going to the tennis center with Citi Field, home of the NY Mets in the background. Actually Citi Field replaced Shea Stadium the first home of the Mets and the Jets.

A Court side View During Matches

Here's what it looks like down on the court. Nice seats for sure.

World #4 Alexander Zverev versus Brandon Nakashima

This was the second Men's match today at this stadium. Brandon looked good the first set and the crowd really made noise for the American. However the world's #4 player Zverev took over in the second set and spanked him like he stole something.

Zverev Getting Ready To Continue Crunching Nakashima

Brandon Nakashima ran out of everything against Zverev in this 4th round match. It was ugly!!!

On my way home

It was a very long day, but the tennis was exceptional and the fans got what they paid for at the U.S. Open 2024. The train ride home felt kind of lengthy because I was beat. All in all, it was a very good day!

Jailah's Graduation Takes For You

Congrats Jailah On Your Exceptance To Molloy University

Keep Your Head To The Sky Young Lady!

Let The Party Begin

Party People In The House

RaKeesha Says Let's Do This!

Ladies Say Yes Let's Do This!

Uncle Andru Chillin'

Peawii taking a ride

Blessings From All Of US AT MCSYD

Katt Williams vs. Wanda Smith

Katt Williams telling some truths caused Wanda Smith and her husband to attempt to shoot him with a gun. Get ready to laugh your arse off!

Die, Road Runner, Die

We hear the phrase, "God works in mysterious ways" sometimes. This cartoon goes way back for many of us who watched the coyote get killed over and over after researching his strategy with his famous ACME KIT. Black people traditionally root for the underdog. I challenge you to ponder what Wile E's last statement to his friend will be.

My Home Built Flight Simulator Update March 2024

James Introduces Updates To Home FlightSim

It's been some time since I last spoke of the flightsim. It's up its game!!!

Home Built Flight Simulator

No this isn't a game. It's the real McCoy Baby! Tons of learning and tons of fun. James' Home Built Flight Simulator 2024.

U.S. Open 2023 Men's/Women's Round of 16

Labor Day Weekend 2023

The best ticket in New York City. Men's and Women's Round of 16 at Louis Armstrong Stadium. You are guaranteed to see 4 matches that will last from 11:00 am until after 8:00 pm.  See you next year in the same spot.

U.S. Open 2023 Men's Round of 16

The "Big Foe" had no problem defeating Rinky in straight sets. TiaFoe is ranked 10th in the world. He's taller than he appears on t.v. At 6'2" and very muscular, he's a force for anyone in the world.

U.S. Open 2023 Men's Round of 16

The stadium was full leading up and including the TiaFoe match. My seat was totally out of the sun and very  comfortable. I'll be back at the same location next year and God willing every year after. Great entertainment for anyone and bucket list item for tennis enthusiast!!!

Niagara Falls Canada 2023

Fantastic Video Clips

The best ticket in New York City. Men's and Women's Round of 16 at Louis Armstrong Stadium. You are guaranteed to see 4 matches that will last from 11:00 am until after 8:00 pm.  See you next year in the same spot.

Niagara Falls Canada

Experience one of the world's most sensational natural occurrences. 

Boat Ride at Niagara Falls New York Side

Take the ride of your life at Niagara Falls. Forget about your swimming skills. Make sure you have the vest on.

Nigara Falls Canada Side Sepember 2023

The view from the Canada is the most breathtaking view of all. Ya don't want to fall in baby!

James K. McLaurin's Entire "Black Barbie Holiday Collection

As you may or may not know, Mattel has made Barbie dolls since 1959. They started producing the white holiday collectors doll in 1988. In 1990 they introduced the "Black Holiday Edition Barbie". Of course she was a hit, but was not as plentiful to get as her white counter part. It's been a struggle to get her some years because racism in America is still alive even when it comes to dolls. Shop for this doll in September if you hope to have one.

Project 2002

It began in 2002. Playing with that awesome "Lionel" train my father bought his twin boys one Xmas , and watching all the models my twin built in our basement room in New York, I decided to build a table that represented all the places in the U.S.  I've traveled to and also exhibit all of my interests. The lights go off and the table comes to life at night.  Thanks Mr. Louie Cuff of Bay Shore, NY. He sold us candy out of his basement and had a table too.

My Solo on December 6, 1997 Cleveland, Texas

After taking many hours of flying lessons, I James K. McLaurin on December 6, 1997 was ready to solo on my own.  Flying out of Cleveland, Texas on a cool sunny December day,  this memorable event was scary but successful. For those family members and friends who ever thought of flying, you can do it too. Study your math and science skills and have some guts!

In The Cockpit At Home 2019

Over the past seven or eight years, I have been building my own flight simulator at home.  The goal was to make it as real as possible.  With advancements in technology, what I’ve created is truly awesome baby!  Sit back and enjoy the video.

Ruby McLaurin Washington

Went to Vegas to visit my youngest daughter and my Aunt Ruby. Ruby is well into her 90's and still working it. Check out her message.

HOUSTON BAYOU CITY DANCE ASSOC. 2013

James K McLaurin is shown here on the far left involved with an intermediate showcase with his intermediate swing out dance class in Houston Texas.

Smokey Robinson “I love being black”

Smokey Robinson’s poem about being black is the truth being told by a real black man. Although Smokey’s talent in the musical world cannot be touched, so is this poem.  If you are a real black American, then hearing the term African American should not relate to you at all.  Donald Trump needs to hear this poem. When the Devil tells him to go somewhere else, oblivion is the only place left and that’s like discentagrating into nothingness.

SMOKEY ROBINSON'S "BLACK AMERICAN" POEM ANIMATED SHORT FILM

The animated film is Executive Produced by Smokey Robinson, Mark Scheinberg and award winning artist, cartoonist, filmmaker Joe Young. Mr. Young also directs the film. The short film is animated and has unique, colorful, whimsical visual placeholders with different styles of illustrations, mixing a caricature style of Smokey and a more realistic Marvel style drawing for the background. www.joeyoung.org

Shannon Sharpe Tells It Like It Is!

Hopefully after you have viewed this video, you should have a clear picture as to how humane are your thoughts about racism.

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