Today’s Big Political Story
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DAILY BIBLE VERSE
9 And he said unto me, My grace is sufficient for thee: for my strength is made perfect in weakness. Most gladly therefore will I rather glory in my infirmities, that the power of Christ may rest upon me.
2 Corinthians 12:9
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In an unprecedented move, the Monday Night Football game between Buffalo and Cincinnati was postponed after Bills player Damar Hamlin collapsed. It’s likely that he suffered cardiac arrest caused by a blow to the chest. The other players all prayed as EMTs worked to revive Hamlin. He was taken to a hospital and at this writing is reportedly sedated and in critical condition. I’m sure you will join me in saying a prayer for his full recovery.
In other shocking news from the sports world, tennis icon Martina Navratilova revealed that she has been diagnosed with throat and breast cancer. But she said she’s starting treatment and the prognosis is good. She released a statement reading, “This double whammy is serious but still fixable, and I’m hoping for a favorable outcome. It’s going to stink for a while, but I’ll fight with all I have got.” I hope you’ll keep her in your prayers, too.
https://www.kltv.com/2023/01/02/martina-navratilova-diagnosed-with-throat-breast-cancer/
Today’s Big Political Story
The big story to watch in politics today will be the election of a new GOP House Speaker.
https://www.foxnews.com/politics/mccarthy-short-of-votes-as-house-speaker-contest-enters-final-hours
On the eve of the vote, Rep. Kevin McCarthy is still reportedly several votes shy, with some conservatives digging in their heels and refusing to back him. They want someone whom they believe will have more steel in his spine when it comes to conservative principles, like Rep. Jim Jordan (who reportedly isn’t interested in the job because he wants to be Chairman of the Judiciary Committee.)
The danger in this is that it could lead to a “compromise” candidate or deal that attracts Democrat votes and gives the left even more sway. That’s not likely to happen, but as I’ve written before, as much as I sympathize with the conservative faction, if they don’t have a candidate who can win, then they have to recognize what’s possible and not let the perfect be the enemy of the good.
Redstate.com has a timeline of what will be happening today, along with some predictions, history and possible dark horses and black swans that might make an appearance.
And just to remind everyone that anybody the Republicans put in charge will be exponentially better than having the Democrats in charge, here’s an entertaining write-up from Bonchie at Redstate.com about noted election denier and House Democrat Leader Hakeem Jeffries. He just made a statement that sounds an awful lot like what the Democrats call “insurrection” when it comes from anyone other than them.
Arizona Governor Update
Despite Kari Lake appealing her lawsuit to overturn the clearly untrustworthy Maricopa County election, Democrat Katie Hobbs was sworn in as Governor of Arizona. But she seemed to have a hard time keeping a straight face, which I completely understand.
Lake’s staff brutally commented online about Hobbs’ inappropriate giggling, writing, “Criminals traditionally have a feeling of euphoria when they think they’ve gotten away with a crime.”
Also, just as she hid from the voters during the campaign and refused to debate, Hobbs banned reporters from attending the swearing-in ceremony. So this administration is already off to a gangbusters start. Good luck, Arizonans! And even better luck with that appeal, Kari Lake!