By Lambert Strether of Corrente
Dear patient readers, this is an open thread because today is a travel day for me. I have noticed that my schedule has become overly hectic lately. I hope things get back to normal soon. – Lambert
Today’s Bird Song
Common Bush Warbler, Han Viresculet, Lundfjord, North Denmark Region, Denmark.
Ann Amuse bouche Looking ahead to next week
Readers, you may know that I amSen. Mark Warner is trying to rally Senate Democrats to ask Biden to drop out of the race.” This was posted a few days ago and appears to be a provocative remark directed at Senate Intelligence Committee Chairman Warner.
Dear @MarkWarner
Am I really willing to continue down this path?
You definitely know what I’m talking about.
Think carefully.
— Don Winslow (@donwinslow) July 6, 2024
Now, I’m writing this one day before I leave, so by the time you read this, it may all have settled, but Winslow reminds me of (drug lord) Hector Salamanca. Better Call Saul:Think carefully about your positionPass the popcorn, please.
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