I'll continue my entertainment mode today, but first, some troublesome matters around the world. The Los Angeles disturbance is the most inconsequential as a public event, since nothing much is happening.  The fearful sense is that this is just another step towards Donald Trump's quest to become a dictator.  Today,  California Senator Alex Padilla , who was trying ask Secretary of Homeland Security Kristi Noem a question at her press conference was manhandled by her security agents. The USA has evacuated embassy staff from Iraq.  Embassies in striking distance of Iran, as far away as Europe and North Africa, were ordered to convene emergency measures. Why?  Israeli seems likely to strike Iran's nuclear facilities.  Trump himself has said their nuclear weapon discussions with Iran have deteriorated.  But perhaps some of this is to spur talks, for the next round of these negotiations are schedule for Sunday in Muscat, Oman. Peace discussions between Ukra...