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After having ABC debate moderators Linsey Davis and David Muir on her side for Tuesday night’s debate, Vice President Kamala Harris sat down with Brian Taff of ABC’s Philadelphia affiliate for an even softer interview that should lead the national media to demand she face more tough questioning. Taff asked five questions, none of which could reasonably be described as challenging. For his first question, he asked, “When we talk about bringing down prices and making life more affordable for people, what are one or two specific things that you have in mind for that?”     Harris gave a long, rambling answer that ultimately led to her promoting some proposed small business tax deductions and plans for housing construction. Taff’s second question was another open-ended one, “I think some people have a question, given maybe your current role as vice president of the United States, how different you are from Joe Biden, and so I wonder if there are one or two spots, policy issues, or approaches where you would say, 'I’m a different person.’” Harris replied by claiming that the fact that she comes from a different generation will enable her to understand things “we could take for granted years ago, we can’t take for granted anymore” before hyping her child tax credit proposal. For his third question, Taff started out as if he was going to finally ask a compelling question, “Crime and public safety are two major issues right at the forefront of voters’ minds in Philadelphia as well, where crime is a significant issue.” However, he proceeded to turn it into a gun control question, “When we talk about crime, the conversation turns to gun safety as well, and I think you, actually, caught a lot of people off guard, maybe a bit by surprise at the debate the other night when you mentioned that you were a gun owner, I know you said it in 2019 as well. I want to talk about your values on this issue. When it comes to gun ownership, where do you draw the line in America on gun ownership and gun use? After Harris gave typical liberal answers on that, Taff asked about Donald Trump, “What do you understand his appeal to be and how do you speak to his voters or maybe people who just share his values, but are open to something else?” Finally, he asked, “If there’s one thing that you wish Americans knew about who Kamala Harris is that you don’t think they know yet, what would that be?” In response to both questions, Harris claimed to be a unifier while using the last one to discuss her love of cooking. To be fair to 6abc, they also interviewed Trump back in April, and that was not exactly a hardball interview either, but on Sunday, his running mate JD Vance will do three hostile Sunday show interviews where he surely won't be able to go on about how much he loves Sunday dinner.     Where is the demand that Tim Walz do the same? Walz limits himself to the Rachel Maddow Show and Harris does interviews like this. Before the one with Dana Bash, her most recent interview was a T-ball session with Morning Joe’s Mika Brzezinski on MSNBC before President Biden dropped out and before that, with Jimmy Kimmel. Here is a transcript of the September 13 show: 6abc – WPVI Philadelphia Action News 9/13/2024 BRIAN TAFF: As you know we’re sitting here in a state and arguably in front of an audience that 54 days from now could decide the outcome of this presidential election. You hear it more than I do, people want to know more about you and about your specific plans. At the debate the other night, you talked about creating an opportunity economy, wonder if we can drill down on that a little bit, when we talk about bringing down prices and making life more affordable for people, what are one or two specific things that you have in mind for that? … You talked at the debate and previous appearances about turning the page on the past and in fact, here today at Johnstown you’re talking about a new way forward. I think some people have a question, given maybe your current role as vice president of the United States, how different you are from Joe Biden, and so I wonder if there are one or two spots, policy issues, or approaches where you would say “I’m a different person.” … Crime and public safety are two major issues right at the forefront of voters’ minds in Philadelphia as well where crime is a significant issue. When we talk about crime, the conversation turns to gun safety as well and I think you, actually, caught a lot of people off guard, maybe a bit by surprise at the debate the other night when you mentioned that you were a gun owner, I know you said it in 2019 as well. I want to talk about your values on this issue. When it comes to gun ownership, where do you draw the line in America on gun ownership and gun use? … Two final questions if I might. On the appeal of the man you are running against, as you drove here today you likely saw a lot of Trump signs. He has a historic appeal in this country and as you are someone running against him and trying to understand that, I wonder how you distill it. What do you understand his appeal to be and how do you speak to his voters or maybe people who just share his values, but are open to something else? … And finally, as you introduce yourself to America in a new way, they’ve heard much of your story at the Democratic National Convention and in that debate earlier this week. If there’s one thing that you wish Americans knew about who Kamala Harris that you don’t think they know yet, what would that be? 

While Americans on the left worry they have a Hitler in their midst, Germany seems to be taking a cue from a more recent leader: East German socialist strongman Erich Honecker.Honecker maintained his grip on power through fear, coercion, and a vast network of informants, all under the guise of protecting the state. Now, decades later, this mentality has returned but with more sophisticated digital tools and a post-pandemic veneer of legitimacy.And yet this new thought-crime regime resembles nothing so much as the informant culture that flourished in East Germany under the Stasi, where citizen was pitted against citizen. There's no better example of this updated secret police playbook than the case of Simon Rosenthal. Attack of the mutantsA painter and conceptual artist, Rosenthal studied art history, philosophy, and graphic art in Bamberg, Paris, and Dresden.But it’s the 40-year-old’s defiance against the creeping authoritarianism in Germany that has really put him on the map. As Rosenthal describes the current state of his homeland:"For me, Germany has changed massively, especially since the start of the Corona policy. Academic freedom, freedom of expression, freedom of the press, the right to privacy, property, and, more and more often, artistic freedom are being taken away from us by politics." atelier-simon-rosenthal.deThe German citizen has, for years, watched the country he loves morph into an absolute monster.So it's apt that Rosenthal addresses this transformation with a collection of biting digital collages he calls the "Mutants" series. German authorities don't seem to be fans. And no wonder. "German Mutant" criticizes the government’s authoritarian handling of the pandemic, directly referencing German Health Minister Karl Lauterbach's infamous statement that "vaccination creates freedom," a chilling echo of Nazi-era rhetoric. For this, Rosenthal was hit with a €3,250 fine, accused of "incitement to hatred" by the state-funded "hate speech" reporting portal Meldestelle REspect! Citizen snitchAccording to Rosenthal, "New denunciation portals are constantly being created, and people are encouraged to anonymously report others for crap. A large part of society even seems to welcome this and calls it ‘Our Democracy.’" And yet, this new thought-crime regime resembles nothing so much as the informant culture that flourished in East Germany under the Stasi, where citizen was pitted against citizen. The Berlin Wall may have fallen, but the ghosts of authoritarianism seem to be rising again.Rosenthal heads to court on October 29. If he loses, he could face financial ruin; even now, it's draining his funds."The case also puts a strain on me financially," he notes, "as I have to pay for my lawyer and possibly also the court proceedings and a large fine myself. No legal protection insurance covers this — because when the accusation of ‘incitement to hatred’ is made, the insurance companies assume that one acted intentionally. That's completely crazy." Democracy in declineHe’s right. It is. On one side, Rosenthal — a lone artist battling for his constitutional rights. On the other, the state, using taxpayer money to crush dissent. If the state wins, the taxpayers gain absolutely nothing. But if it loses, taxpayers foot the bill. This leaves the citizen at a severe disadvantage. This isn’t merely a legal case; it's a reflection of Germany’s democracy in decline.And Rosenthal's fate could have far-reaching repercussions for all artists in Germany. As he explains, "The state apparently wants to take away a right from me that, after the end of National Socialism, was given an increased status in our constitution precisely to enable artists to counteract undesirable political developments."If the government succeeds in using Rosenthal’s case to set a precedent, it will not only undermine artistic freedom but also strip citizens of their right to protest and criticize. As Germany hurtles toward an abyss of authoritarian control, the October 29 trial is shaping up to be far more than a legal proceeding — it could be the death knell for the freedoms that once defined the nation. If ever there was a moment to pay attention, it’s now.Political long COVIDThe case against Rosenthal also reveals how deeply compromised Germany's political and legal systems have become. As Rosenthal himself points out, “One should not forget that the public prosecutor’s office in Germany reports to the Ministry of Justice — i.e., the government parties — and is therefore not politically independent.” This is crucial. What Rosenthal faces isn’t just legal action; it’s a political case, a targeted attack on anyone who dares challenge the state’s increasingly authoritarian overreach.Rosenthal's art is about more than just criticism — it's an act of resistance against a government that, in his words, "seems to hate our constitution and therefore the freedom of the individual" (sound familiar, American readers?). The very freedoms enshrined in Germany's post-war constitution are under siege by the same state that should be defending them. He’s correct to call out the absurdity of the government’s behavior. While a few (not many) European countries have moved on from their pandemic overreach, issuing amnesties and offering apologies, the German government clings to its failed policies. “If it weren’t the case,” Rosenthal argues, “it would finally stop defending the Corona policy and — like in other European countries — issue a general amnesty, apologize to the citizens for everything they did to them, and then resign as a group.” Instead, the government doubles down, using “petty and spiteful actions” to punish critics like Rosenthal, damaging not only the reputation of the government but the state itself.Hopeful signsAs Germany continues its descent into a bureaucratic hellscape where artists are fined for challenging the state and prosecutors operate as government pawns, the question is no longer whether the country is heading in the wrong direction. The real question is, how much further will it fall before the people push back?There are signs that Germans have had enough of this police state 2.0. The conservative Alternative for Germany party has surged to 19.5%, claiming the second spot in national support. Meanwhile, the far-left coalition government is imploding, barely scraping together 28%. The Christian Democrats lead with 32.5%, while the left-wing BSW flounders at 10%.Brandenburg’s September 22 election could mark the beginning of the political overhaul Germany desperately needs. And not a moment too soon.

Every morning, as my kindergartener and I embark on her trip to school, we stop at a cafe for breakfast and a coffee. I love the routine, and Middle European cafe culture in general, because it allows me to connect with her before she starts her day and further assimilates us in the country in which we are grateful guests. It’s in these little moments where I get a sense of Hungarian lifestyle and of the good things I might integrate into my own when I return home. These delicious homemade turnovers are filled with tart cherries, wrapped with the butter and richness of puff pastry to balance each bite. They are my daughter’s favorite. A Hungarian staple! Sour Cherry Turnovers Ingredients 1 pound sour cherries, pitted½ cup sugar, plus more for sprinkling1 teaspoon fresh lemon juice1 teaspoon vanillaGood pinch of salt1 pound puff pastry, store bought or homemadeInstructions Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F, with the oven rack in the middle position. Line two baking sheets with parchment paper.Put the pitted cherries, sugar, lemon juice, vanilla, and salt in a medium bowl, and toss to combine. Let the mixture sit for 5 minutes and then put it into a strainer set over a bowl. Let the cherry juice drain, and set the juice aside for later. Put the strained cherries back in their original bowl.Gently flour your work surface, and roll each piece of the pastry dough into a 10-inch square. Cut each square into four 5-inch squares, for a total of 8 squares.Place 2 tablespoons of the cherry mixture into the center of each square of dough, and then brush the edges of each square with some of the reserved juice. Fold each square of dough to make a triangle, and crimp the edges with a fork to seal. Move the triangles to the prepared baking sheets, and refrigerate for 15 minutes.Brush the tops of the turnovers with more of the cherry juice and generously sprinkle the tops with sugar. Bake the turnovers until golden brown (20-25 minutes), rotating the pan halfway through. Move the turnovers off the baking sheet to a wire rack and cool slightly. Serve warm.

Dr. Pam Popper is an internationally recognized expert on nutrition, medicine, and health as well as a founder and executive director of Wellness Forum Health. And she has good news for those suffering from heart disease: It has been reversed. Popper’s colleague Caldwell Esselstyn has the longest longitudinal study on coronary artery disease — which has been conducted for 38 years. “This guy’s been tracking his people; he’s never lost a patient to cardiovascular disease who stayed on his diet: low-fat, high fiber, plant-based diet,” Popper tells Liz Wheeler of “The Liz Wheeler Show.” Popper, who was in the documentary "Forks over Knives," and her esteemed colleague believe that diets like keto and carnivore will not lead to similar results — despite the glowing testimonials all over social media. “‘Well, I have patients who this happened and that happened,’” Popper mocks, adding, “That’s not a scientific study at all.” However, she notes that in general, doctors aren’t trained to offer the solution — which she believes is a plant-based diet. “They’re on the payroll of Big Pharma; they’re working for institutions,” she explains.Want more from Liz Wheeler?To enjoy more of Liz’s based commentary, subscribe to BlazeTV — the largest multi-platform network of voices who love America, defend the Constitution, and live the American dream.

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