Fwd: Roasted

From: progress@americanprogressaction.org

Date: October 21, 2016 at 12:12PM

Is there a barista in here? October 21, 2016 ROASTED. Think the drama would die down the day after the last debate? Think again. Yesterday the two candidates shared the stage again at the Al Smith Dinner in New York, an annual charity event traditionally attended every four years by both presidential nominees. Usually supposed to be a lighthearted break in the campaign, last night's event took a different – and more awkward – tone. Trump, who spoke first, quickly abandoned any attempt at humor and managed to turn a lighthearted charity event into a symphony of boos with his low-blown jabs at his opponent. Secretary Clinton began her remarks with a more self-deprecating approach, as is tradition at the event, while saving some room to poke fun at the Donald and his questionable track record with women, immigrants, and in business. If last night's dinner showed us anything, it's that the election is anything but over. In fact, at least for Donald Trump, it may not be over anytime soon. Yesterday he reiterated his claim of a rigged election, and even went as far as to say "I will totally accept the results of this great and historic presidential election — if I win". Which means he's reserving the right to stir up drama if Hillary wins. She, on the other hand, is hoping there will be a peaceful transition of power. WHAT'S TRENDING Bad Hombres. And we're not talking about your botched hairdo. Reminder: that's the Spanglish phrase Trump used during the debate to describe some of the undocumented immigrants he's so keen on deporting. Many have found his use of the phrase offensive and racially divisive, especially given his track record with Latinos and immigrants. Aside from being distasteful, his use of the term unfairly characterizes millions of undocumented immigrants who get caught up in a criminal justice system that often disproportionately punishes immigrants. Learn more about people Trump is referring to when he talks about "bad hombres" here. Delegating. Donald Trump hasn't really been known for his policy chops this election, but with less than three weeks left, Trump is relying on one of his strengths to sell his policy ideas: outsourcing. Instead of Trump actually debating about the issues, Trump's policy advisors will debate Hillary Clinton's advisors on education today (watch live) and on climate next week. Don't hold your breath for a foreign policy advisor debate, since Trump is his own foreign policy advisor. Class Clown. It looks like you can add teachers to the list of groups Donald Trump has denounced. Trump has a long history of anti-teacher rhetoric: Trump has called teachers "very stupid," has bragged about hitting a teacher, and has blamed teachers' unions for America's educations ills. Trump's views on teachers are reflected in his education policies. He often promotes dismantling the nation's public education system and has repeatedly called for the elimination of the Department of Education, both of which would result in significant teacher job loss. Read more here. Russia. They've been awfully present in your newsfeeds this election cycle, but how did we get to that point? Here's the 4-1-1 on how Russia managed to pull off the biggest election hack in U.S. history. Hint: they've been practicing for a while. 17 DAYS Until E day, but it's been a lot longer since the state of Georgia went blue. But now Clinton and Trump are tied up in the Peach State. Talk about an unusual election. Progress Report | CAP Action Fund 1333 H ST NW | Washington, DC 20005 Contributions to Center for American Progress Action Fund are not tax deductible Donate | Manage Email Options | Privacy Policy | Unsubscribe This email was sent to rightbuy18@GMAIL.COM. Did someone forward you this email? Sign up for the Progress Report here.

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