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Radical right-wing protesters spit in the faces of police officers. Who happened to their earlier 'respect police' arguments? John Iadarola and Brett Erlich break it down on The Damage Report. Follow The Damage Report on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheDamageReportTYT/ Help build the Home of the Progressives http://tyt.com/JOIN Subscribe to The Damage Report YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/thedamagereport?sub_confirmation=1 Follow The Damage Report on Twitter: https://twitter.com/TheDamageReport Read more here: https://www.npr.org/sections/coronavirus-live-updates/2020/05/01/849017021/protestors-swarm-michigan-capitol-amid-showdown-over-governors-emergency-powers "Hundreds of protesters — some of them armed with rifles — massed outside Michigan's Capitol building Thursday to denounce the state's stay-at-home orders. At the same time, lawmakers and the state's governor faced off in a battle over the response to the COVID-19 pandemic. For the second time in roughly two weeks, protesters defied social distancing guidelines and took to the Capitol lawn over emergency declarations that have closed down many of the state's nonessential businesses and largely confined Michigan residents to their homes. Many of the demonstrators carried signs reading "Free Michigan" as they called out Democratic Gov. Gretchen Whitmer, who extended the emergency order through May 15." #TheDamageReport #JohnIadarola #TheYoungTurksMay 1

The NRA is trying to snag your stimulus check. John Iadarola and Jayar Jackson break it down on The Damage Report. Follow The Damage Report on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheDamageReportTYT/ Help build the Home of the Progressives http://tyt.com/JOIN Subscribe to The Damage Report YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/thedamagereport?sub_confirmation=1 Follow The Damage Report on Twitter: https://twitter.com/TheDamageReport Read more here: https://www.mediamatters.org/coronavirus-covid-19/nra-encouraging-people-spend-their-covid-19-relief-checks-guns "The National Rifle Association is encouraging Americans to spend their coronavirus stimulus checks on “sweet deals” from gun and firearm accessory manufacturers, including companies that have donated tens of thousands of dollars to the NRA -- and one that’s given the gun group over $1 million. This isn’t the first time that the NRA has tried to fundraise off of fearmongering during the coronavirus pandemic. Previous instances of alleged financial impropriety have reportedly already cost the group $100 million. The NRA’s magazine American Rifleman published an April 23 article promoting ways to “stretch those bucks” on some “special spring gun deals for your stimulus check."" #TheDamageReport #JohnIadarola #TheYoungTurksApril 29

Nova Scotia is the site of what is being called the worst mass shooting in Canadian history. John Iadarola and Francesca Fiorentini break it down on The Damage Report. Follow The Damage Report on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheDamageReportTYT/ Help build the Home of the Progressives http://tyt.com/JOIN Subscribe to The Damage Report YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/thedamagereport?sub_confirmation=1 Follow The Damage Report on Twitter: https://twitter.com/TheDamageReport Read more here: https://www.vox.com/world/2020/4/19/21227349/mass-shooting-nova-scotia-canada-enfield-portapique "A shooter killed at least 16 people across Nova Scotia, Canada, police said Sunday. The suspect, a 51-year-old man, died shortly after being apprehended in Enfield, Nova Scotia, a town about 20 miles north of Halifax. Police believe he was responsible for a series of shootings that began in Portapique — a small town about 60 miles north of Halifax — around 10:30 pm local time Saturday night. The suspect then is believed to have “moved across the northern part of the province and committed what appears to be several homicides,” according to Royal Canadian Mounted Police Chief Superintendent Chris Leather. For at least a few hours on Sunday morning, the suspect was disguised as a police officer. Officials aren’t yet sure of his motive, but Leather said the “fact that this individual had a uniform and a police car at his disposal certainly speaks to it not being a random act.” The suspect was ultimately apprehended at an Enfield gas station Sunday morning, after having switched vehicles. He was arrested about 12 hours after police in Portapique first received a complaint about “a person with firearms” Saturday night." #TheDamageReport #JohnIadarola #TheYoungTurksApril 20

Take control of your internet experience this holiday season with at NordVPN.com/TYT. Get a 3 year plan for 70% off plus 1 extra month for free! NRA stooges and gun manufacturing pawns live their violent fantasy, marching in Virginia. John Iadarola and Jordan Uhl break it down on The Damage Report. Follow The Damage Report on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheDamageReportTYT/ Help build the Home of the Progressives http://tyt.com/JOIN Subscribe to The Damage Report YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/thedamagereport?sub_confirmation=1 Follow The Damage Report on Twitter: https://twitter.com/TheDamageReport Read more here: https://www.commondreams.org/news/2020/01/20/gun-control-advocates-counter-pro-gun-richmond-rally-lobbying-regulation-and-calling "Gun control and anti-racism advocates arrived in Richmond, Virginia Monday to challenge the rally held by an estimated 15,000 pro-gun people from all over the country with the counter-protesters applauding recent firearm regulations passed in the state legislature. Young advocates representing March for Our Lives, the national grassroots group started by survivors of the school shooting in Parkland, Florida in 2018, arrived in the city on Sunday and spent the night in the offices of Delegates Chris Hurst and Dan Helmer, both Democratic members of the state House of Delegates who offered the accomodations so the group wouldn't have to walk through Monday's rally. The young activists spent the day lobbying lawmakers to support gun control legislation. Organized by the Virginia Citizens Defense League, the pro-gun rally drew thousands of people from across the country, with white supremacists and members of anti-government militias warning over the weekend that they would attend. As Common Dreams reported last week, Democratic Gov. Ralph Northam declared a temporary state of emergency for Richmond lasting until Tuesday and banned the carrying of weapons on the Capitol ground during the rally." #TheDamageReport #JohnIadarola #TheYoungTurksJanuary 21

Philippa Ashford was killed in front of her family by New Years ‘celebratory gunfire’. John Iadarola breaks it down on The Damage Report. Follow The Damage Report on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheDamageReportTYT/ Help build the Home of the Progressives http://tyt.com/JOIN Subscribe to The Damage Report YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/thedamagereport?sub_confirmation=1 Follow The Damage Report on Twitter: https://twitter.com/TheDamageReport Read more here: https://abc13.com/family-matriarch-killed-likely-by-celebratory-gunfire/5804260/ "This happened just after midnight in the 12300 block of May Laurel Drive in the Laurel Oaks subdivision. Authorities told ABC13 the woman, identified as Philippa Ashford, was standing at the end of the driveway while family and friends in the cul-de-sac were shooting off fireworks, when she suddenly clutched her body and said, "I think I've been shot." She collapsed to the ground and died. "At this point from our witnesses and seeing at the scene, we believe this may very well be a case of celebratory gunfire somewhere else in the neighborhood," said Sgt. Ben Beall with the Harris County Sheriff's Office. "No indication a family member or anyone else in the cul-de-sac was discharging a firearm." Ashford worked for The Menninger Clinic for more than 15 years, the center confirmed. She was the nurse manager for the acute stabilization unit, which is in the crisis psychiatric branch. According to a clinic spokesperson, she was in charge of about 25 other nurses and was a mentor to the resident nurses." #TheDamageReport #JohnIadarola #TheYoungTurksJanuary 2

Trump supporters stockpile weapons in preparation for a ‘civil war’. John Iadarola, Brooke Thomas, and Michael Brooks break it down on The Damage Report. Follow The Damage Report on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheDamageReportTYT/ Help build the Home of the Progressives http://tyt.com/JOIN Subscribe to The Damage Report YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/thedamagereport?sub_confirmation=1 Follow The Damage Report on Twitter: https://twitter.com/TheDamageReport Read more here: https://www.nytimes.com/2019/12/28/us/politics/trump-2020-trumpstock.html#click=https://t.co/SeDI3rfMkk "‘Nothing Less Than a Civil War’: These White Voters on the Far Right See Doom Without Trump Deeply conservative, they organize online and outside the Republican Party apparatus, engaging in more explicit versions of the chest-beating seen at the president’s rallies." #TheDamageReport #JohnIadarola #TheYoungTurksDecember 30

Take control of your internet experience this holiday season with at NordVPN.com/TYT. Get a 3 year plan for 81% off plus 2 amazing gifts: 4 extra months + the new NordPass password manager app! Eddie Mauro turns GOP senator’s ad & platform against her, discussing the issues in the Iowa senate race. John Iadarola and Eddie Mauro break it down on The Damage Report. Follow The Damage Report on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheDamageReportTYT/ Help build the Home of the Progressives http://tyt.com/JOIN Subscribe to The Damage Report YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/thedamagereport?sub_confirmation=1 Follow The Damage Report on Twitter: https://twitter.com/TheDamageReport Read more here: https://eddiemauro.com/bio "Eddie Mauro has been involved in community service, activism, and organizing; fighting for social, economic and environmental justice for many years. In the midst of that work, Eddie was a teacher and championship coach, built a successful business that reaches into all 99 Iowa counties and raised a family. He and his wife Sharilyn have shared 29 years together and have two children, Dominic and Mia. Eddie has deep roots in Iowa having spent years in Carroll, Boone, Indianola, Seymour, Centerville and Des Moines. Eddie is one who patiently listens, is present and understands Iowans and is willing to serve. Now Eddie hopes to cross the road into public life, public service – the privilege and honor of serving this country in the US Senate." #TheDamageReport #JohnIadarola #TheYoungTurksDecember 19

Houston Police Chief slams Mitch McConnell & Republicans over gun control. John Iadarola and Brooke Thomas break it down on The Damage Report. Follow The Damage Report on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheDamageReportTYT/ Help build the Home of the Progressives http://tyt.com/JOIN Subscribe to The Damage Report YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/thedamagereport?sub_confirmation=1 Follow The Damage Report on Twitter: https://twitter.com/TheDamageReport Read more here: https://www.washingtonpost.com/nation/2019/12/10/art-acevedo-slams-mcconnell-cornyn-cruz-gop-over-gun-violence-after-houston-shooting-death/?utm_source=reddit.com "Chief Art Acevedo believes a provision in the Violence Against Women Act that Senate Republicans won't ... National Security ... Police chief rips McConnell, Republicans for opposing 'boyfriend loophole' law after shooting death ... Houston police chief blasts NRA, senators over inaction on gun legislation." #TheDamageReport #JohnIadarola #TheYoungTurksDecember 16

Houston Police Chief Art Acevedo is tired of the NRA and its corrupt politicians. December 10

Joni Ernst is afraid of upsetting her NRA donors.November 21

At Least 3 Student Killing In Saugus High School ShootingNovember 14

A man fatally shoots his son-in-law after a surprise birthday visit. John Iadarola and Brooke Thomas break it down on The Damage Report. Follow The Damage Report on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheDamageReportTYT/ Help build the Home of the Progressives http://tyt.com/JOIN Subscribe to The Damage Report YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/thedamagereport?sub_confirmation=1 Follow The Damage Report on Twitter: https://twitter.com/TheDamageReport Read more here: https://www.huffpost.com/entry/florida-man-fatally-shoots-son-in-law_n_5d9a084fe4b0fc935edbda9e?ncid=engmodushpmg00000004 "A Florida man won’t face charges for fatally shooting his Norwegian son-in-law who jumped out and scared him during a surprise birthday visit, authorities said. Christopher Bergan, 37, had just flown in from Norway Tuesday night to surprise Richard Dennis for his 62nd birthday when authorities said poor timing and circumstance led to a “horrible accident” at Dennis’ Gulf Breeze home. “You can’t really say anything against Mr. Dennis for doing what he did. I think it was just a horrible accident that should never have happened,” Santa Rosa County Sheriff Bob Johnson said at a press conference Thursday." #TheDamageReport #JohnIadarola #TheYoungTurksOctober 7

Trump's tweets are stoking the flames of violence.October 2

Former Dallas Police Officer Amber Guyger has been found guilty of murder after fatally shooting her neighbor Botham Jean. October 1

The U.S. military is warning service members of an INCEL threat at "Joker" screenings. September 25

Inside a new school designed to deter mass shooters. September 4

The NRA is throwing a temper tantrum over the free market. September 4

This US school is being built to limit the number of victims in case of a shooting. John Iadarola and Jayar Jackson break it down on The Damage Report. Follow The Damage Report on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheDamageReportTYT/ Help build the Home of the Progressives http://tyt.com/JOIN Subscribe to The Damage Report YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/thedamagereport?sub_confirmation=1 Follow The Damage Report on Twitter: https://twitter.com/TheDamageReport Read more here: https://twitter.com/NBCNightlyNews/status/1168983662370721799 “Tonight on @NBCNightlyNews: @TVKateSnow travels to Michigan, where a new school is being built with curved walls and hiding places – specifically designed to deter active shooters.” #TheDamageReport #JohnIadarola #TheYoungTurksSeptember 4

Tony Perkins is a complete moron. September 3

A mass shooting occurred in Odessa and Midland, Texas. September 3

Trump is lying about background checks.September 3

In response to 2 major mass shootings in one month, Texas LOOSENED gun control, despite the fact that the Odessa shooter had previously failed a background check for a firearm. Hasan Piker breaks down the problem.September 3

Slimy politicians are defending the NRA. September 3

An unarmed black man was killed over a parking spot in Clearwater, FL. John Iadarola and Brooke Thomas break it down on The Damage Report. Follow The Damage Report on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheDamageReportTYT/ Help build the Home of the Progressives http://tyt.com/JOIN Subscribe to The Damage Report YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/thedamagereport?sub_confirmation=1 Follow The Damage Report on Twitter: https://twitter.com/TheDamageReport Read more here: https://www.vox.com/2019/8/24/20831092/florida-man-michael-drejka-markeis-mcglockton-stand-your-ground-found-guilty-manslaughter "A man in Florida was found guilty of manslaughter Friday for killing an unarmed man during a dispute over a parking spot, in a case that sought to make use of that state’s “stand your ground” law. Michael Drejka, then 47, fatally shot Markeis McGlockton, 28, last summer during an altercation over a handicapped-accessible parking place in Clearwater, Florida. During the trial, attorneys for Drejka argued that his actions were permitted under the state’s “stand your ground” law, which allows for the use of lethal force in situations where a person can be reasonably found to fear for their life. A jury deliberated for six hours on Friday before finding Drejka guilty of manslaughter. He faces up to 30 years in prison. The case drew renewed attention to Florida’s controversial self-defense law, which was famously used to justify the killing of teenager Trayvon Martin in 2012. Critics of the law say that its “credible fear” of deadly danger standard is subjective and leads to race-based and other discriminatory excuses for lethal violence. Drejka, who is white, had a concealed-carry permit for the gun that he used to kill McGlockton, who was black and unarmed." #TheDamageReport #JohnIadarola #TheYoungTurksAugust 26

America’s gun problem is not going away. August 22

Trump says that gun violence victims love him, but reality says otherwise. John Iadarola breaks it down on The Damage Report. Follow The Damage Report on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheDamageReportTYT/ Help build the Home of the Progressives http://tyt.com/JOIN Subscribe to The Damage Report YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/thedamagereport?sub_confirmation=1 Follow The Damage Report on Twitter: https://twitter.com/TheDamageReport Read more here: https://thinkprogress.org/while-trump-caves-in-to-the-nra-the-parkland-students-propose-comprehensive-gun-policy-fe220df07d1c/ "Students who survived a massacre at their Parkland, Florida, high school last year unveiled an ambitious gun policy in the wake of the twin shootings in El Paso, Texas, and Dayton, Ohio, that claimed 31 lives one recent weekend. The Peace Plan for a Safer America, which students and graduates of Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School announced Wednesday, is meant to be a blueprint for the winner of the 2020 election, whether it is President Donald Trump or a Democrat. More to the point, the document aims to inspire the nation’s youngest citizens, including those who are just 18, to vote. “It’s bold. It’s nothing like anyone else is proposing. We are really setting audacious goals. And more than anything, what we are seeking to do is be intersectional,” said Tyah-Amoy Roberts, a Parkland survivor and board member of March for Our Lives, the movement started by the students after a shooter killed 17 people in their high school." #TheDamageReport #JohnIadarola #TheYoungTurksAugust 20

Dayton Strong Rally demands sensible gun laws, following the Dayton shooting. John Iadarola and Sammy Caruso break it down on The Damage Report. Follow The Damage Report on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheDamageReportTYT/ Help build the Home of the Progressives http://tyt.com/JOIN Subscribe to The Damage Report YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/thedamagereport?sub_confirmation=1 Follow The Damage Report on Twitter: https://twitter.com/TheDamageReport Read more here: https://www.facebook.com/events/447489899431906/ "Join students and workers from around the city in protest of gun violence at Courthouse Square. Encouraging everyone to walk out of their place of work or education at 9:37am to stand with the 937 community. The absence of workers and students will spread our message and hopefully show our lawmakers and their special interest donors that Dayton is stronger and we won’t be another statistic. Dayton will rise above and make a push for a safer world. Bring a sign, bring your energy, and let’s rise up together and demand safer gun laws." #TheDamageReport #JohnIadarola #TheYoungTurksAugust 20

A possible mass shooting in Connecticut has been stopped.August 19

Jesse Watters and his guests are pathetic shills. Philadelphia standoff lasts 8 hours.August 15

Right-wing media fakes El Paso shooter's identity. John Iadarola and Parker Molloy break it down on The Damage Report. Follow The Damage Report on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheDamageReportTYT/ Help build the Home of the Progressives http://tyt.com/JOIN Subscribe to The Damage Report YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/thedamagereport?sub_confirmation=1 Follow The Damage Report on Twitter: https://twitter.com/TheDamageReport Read more here: https://www.mediamatters.org/fox-news/how-fox-news-pushed-propaganda-about-el-paso-mass-shooting "This weekend, there were two more mass shootings, in El Paso, TX, and Dayton, OH. As I write this, reports say that at least 20 people were murdered in El Paso, and nine were killed in Dayton. This follows the mass shootings last weekend in Gilroy, CA, and Brooklyn, NY. NBC News reporter Ben Collins reported on the El Paso shooter’s alleged manifesto, writing, “The screed posted to the anonymous extremist message board [8chan] railed against immigrants in Texas and pushed talking points about preserving European identity in America.” 8chan is a far-right message board where shooters like this are portrayed as heroes; both the New Zealand shooter and the Poway Synagogue shooter both posted there. The Gilroy shooter recommended on Instagram a book that is popular among white supremacists on 8chan. Sharing his assessment on air, Collins was blunt: 8chan has a “body count.” The El Paso shooter’s alleged manifesto is built around the “great replacement” theory -- the white supremacist conspiracy theory that immigrants are being brought into the United States to replace white people. That should sound familiar: It's a regular part of Fox News prime time. It is specifically one of the things that Laura Ingraham and Tucker Carlson have been criticized for pushing." #TheDamageReport #JohnIadarola #TheYoungTurksAugust 6

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