The GOP's grand plan: minority rule
by Mother Jones
Mother Jones— It’s been said so often it’s almost become a cliché: Donald Trump poses a threat to American democracy. But his authoritarian impulses and hate-encouraging demagoguery are far from the only peril for the nation. Conservatives and Republicans for years have been striving on multiple fronts to weaken democracy by suppressing voter rights and pushing for […]
Shafaqna English—What is the ruling on stocks trading? The Grand Ayatollah Sistani’s answer. Shafaqna English- The Grand Ayatollah Sistani answered a question about stocks trading. Question: Generally, what is the ruling on real stocks trading and not the virtual/internet one? The Grand Ayatollah Sistani: Buying and selling shares is correct; of course if the companies’ dealings are Haram, like the ones which trade
Portland Mercury—City Council Formulates New Public Camping Rules For the Unhoused; Gonzalez’s Plan Rejected. Commissioner Rene Gonzalez’s idea to hand policy control to the mayor and fine houseless people up to $1K was shot down in a 3-2 vote. by Courtney Vaughn After a series of proposed changes and late-stage amendments, Portland City Council is on track to relax its city codes regulating houselessness. The Council took an initial vote Wednesday to approve amendments to a revamped public camping ordinance put forward by Mayor Ted...
Shafaqna English—What is the ruling on selling alcoholic drinks in non-Islamic country? The Grand Ayatollah Sistani’s answer. Shafaqna English- The Grand Ayatollah Sistani answered a question about selling alcoholic drinks in non-Islamic countries. Question: What is your opinion about a person who sells alcoholic drinks in disbelieving country? The Grand Ayatollah Sistani: Selling alcoholic drinks is strictly Haram. Source: PERSIAN SHAFAQNA Ayatollah Sistani’s fatwas Religious questions and