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By JOSH BOAK WASHINGTON (AP) — President-elect Donald Trump on Thursday voiced his support for the dockworkers union before their contract expires next month at Eastern and Gulf Coast ports, saying that any further “automation” of the ports would harm workers. Related Articles National Politics | Will Kamala Harris run for California governor in 2026? The question is already swirling National Politics | Senate begins final push to expand Social Security benefits for millions of people National Politics | Trump taps immigration hard-liner Kari Lake as head of Voice of America National Politics | Trump extends unprecedented invites to China’s Xi and other world leaders for his inauguration National Politics | Pressure on a veteran and senator shows what’s next for those who oppose Trump The incoming president posted on social media that he met Harold Daggett, the president of the International Longshoreman’s Association, and Dennis Daggett, the union’s executive vice president. “I’ve studied automation, and know just about everything there is to know about it,” Trump posted. “The amount of money saved is nowhere near the distress, hurt, and harm it causes for American Workers, in this case, our Longshoremen. Foreign companies have made a fortune in the U.S. by giving them access to our markets. They shouldn’t be looking for every last penny knowing how many families are hurt.” The International Longshoremen’s Association has until Jan. 15 to negotiate a new contract with the U.S. Maritime Alliance, which represents ports and shipping companies. At the heart of the dispute is whether ports can install automated gates, cranes and container-moving trucks that could make it faster to unload and load ships. The union argues that automation would lead to fewer jobs, even though higher levels of productivity could do more to boost the salaries of remaining workers. The Maritime Alliance said in a statement that the contract goes beyond ports to “supporting American consumers and giving American businesses access to the global marketplace – from farmers, to manufacturers, to small businesses, and innovative start-ups looking for new markets to sell their products.” “To achieve this, we need modern technology that is proven to improve worker safety, boost port efficiency, increase port capacity, and strengthen our supply chains,” said the alliance, adding that it looks forward to working with Trump. In October, the union representing 45,000 dockworkers went on strike for three days, raising the risk that a prolonged shutdown could push up inflation by making it difficult to unload container ships and export American products overseas. The issue pits an incoming president who won November’s election on the promise of bringing down prices against commitments to support blue-collar workers along with the kinds of advanced technology that drew him support from Silicon Valley elite such as billionaire Elon Musk. Trump sought to portray the dispute as being between U.S. workers and foreign companies, but advanced ports are also key for staying globally competitive. China is opening a $1.3 billion port in Peru that could accommodate ships too large for the Panama Canal. There is a risk that shippers could move to other ports, which could also lead to job losses. Mexico is constructing a port that is highly automated, while Dubai, Singapore and Rotterdam already have more advanced ports. Instead, Trump said that ports and shipping companies should eschew “machinery, which is expensive, and which will constantly have to be replaced.” “For the great privilege of accessing our markets, these foreign companies should hire our incredible American Workers, instead of laying them off, and sending those profits back to foreign countries,” Trump posted. “It is time to put AMERICA FIRST!”
And this year nine members of the ensemble provided an evening of entertainment opening with a round of audience participation of Christmas carols accompanied by Shirley Anne James. The Choir Ensemble, accompanied by Shirley Anne James and hosted by chorister Grahame Morton, continued the party with songs from the Rogers and Hammerstein musical South Pacific including a hilarious rendition of ‘I’m Gonna Wash that Man Right Outta my Hair’ and a magnificent solo of ‘Some Enchanted Evening’ by bass chorister Stuart Parry. The evening was supported by the U3A ukulele band and guest ladies choir Serenata accompanied by Olivia Dance. The ensemble finished with songs from Oklahoma. Stuart Parry also joined in with a solo of Glen Cambell's 'Rhinestone Cowboy' and the item finished with a whip crackin’ rendition of 'Rawhide' by chorister Andy Friedman. The party also included games and a raffle all of which raised about £130 for the St David’s Hospice Care, contributing to the near £2,000 raised for the charity this year.
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Brandon Crawford, a two-time World Series champion with the San Francisco Giants , announced his retirement from baseball on social media Wednesday. A three-time All-Star and four-time Gold Glove winner, Crawford left his mark on the Bay Area during 13 seasons. In June 2021, he became the franchise’s all-time leader in appearances at shortstop with 1,326, breaking a record held by Hall of Famer Travis Jackson. He also had the third-most hits by a shortstop in franchise history , with 1,392. Advertisement The 37-year-old spent 2024 with the St. Louis Cardinals , but before that had spent his entire career with his hometown team, which drafted him in the fourth round in 2008. He became a fixture in the Giants lineup in 2011, and helped them reach the playoffs in 2012, 2014, 2016 and 2021. “Growing up in the Bay Area and going to games at Candlestick, I always dreamed of playing for the San Francisco Giants,” Crawford wrote in a post on Instagram . “Being drafted by my hometown team and spending most of my career with them far surpassed any dream I had as a kid. I definitely pretended to win a World Series in my backyard – but winning two? That was beyond my wildest dreams. I always dreamed of being the shortstop for the Giants, but never could I have imagined breaking the team record for the most games played at the position. “As a kid sitting in the stands at Pac Bell/SBC/ATST/Oracle Park, I would picture myself playing a game there, but I never imagined I’d end up playing the MOST games there. From a grand slam in my debut, silencing the crowd in Pittsburgh, to two unforgettable parades down Market Street, and more memories than I can fit in a single post, the 13 years in the Bay Area were nothing short of extraordinary.” During his time in San Francisco, he batted .250 with 146 home runs and 744 RBIs. He had arguably his best season towards the end of his Giants stint, when he hit .298 with career highs in home runs (24) and RBIs (90) in 2021. “Watching Brandon play was an absolute privilege for not only me but for Giants’ fans everywhere,” Giants President & CEO Larry Baer said in a news release. “He was an All-Star, Gold Glove and Silver Slugger winner, a two-time World Series champion, and a Lou Gehrig and Willie Mac Award winner, that always carried himself with class, honor and respect. Advertisement “The Giants have been incredibly blessed to have had Brandon as part of the franchise for 16 years — really for his entire 37 years, first as a young fan, who will ever forget that indelible photo of him leaning on the railing at Candlestick Park when there was a possibility that his Giants might leave San Francisco — and as this chapter closes on his career, his legacy in the game will be celebrated by fans, teammates, and future generations of players who look up to him by the example he set.” The Giants announced plans to honor Crawford, who totaled more than 6,300 plate appearances and was worth 30.9 fWAR, at Oracle Park on April 26. “It was an honor to get to know Brandon as a friend and as a teammate,” Giants president of baseball operations Buster Posey said in a news release. “From the first day we were both drafted in 2008 to our final year playing together in 2021, it was an honor to play alongside him for 14 years. Whether it was the clutch moments like the grand slam he hit in the 2014 Wild Card Game in Pittsburgh, the franchise-record, seven-hit game he recorded in Miami, or the dazzling defensive plays and acrobatic throws he made over and over again, Brandon made his mark in a way few athletes ever do.” (Photo: D. Ross Cameron / Imagn Images)How we treat our children and most vulnerable populations is a key metric of our society’s health and future well-being. Do you believe this? On the fourth day of Christmas, my true love gave to me, the feast of Holy Innocents. It is the great “nails-on-the-chalkboard” day of Christmastide. In the midst of all the celebration of Christ’s birth, there is a whole day dedicated to remembering the slaughter of innocent children. A day to remind us of King Herod’s terrible decree of infanticide recorded in St. Matthew’s gospel 2:16-18. A massacre of infant boys age 2 and under in order for Herod to eliminate the perceived threat to his throne. The goal was to put Christ to death even then. We are rightfully appalled at this historical event. Yet, how are we doing today? We may not have a decree of infanticide to navigate, but we do have other ills regarding our children and most vulnerable do we not? Let’s get controversial. A key issue in this past election was abortion. When do you believe human life begins? When do you believe a child is alive? What constitutes personhood? Do the rights of the pregnant person outweigh the rights of the fetus? When should life be protected at all costs? No matter where you stand on these questions, could we not commit to a Missoula-wide dialogue about these foundational questions regarding human life? Follow the science. Bring in the ethicists. Invite the philosophers, theologians, mothers and doctors. It is 2025 AD, we can do this. The unfortunate reality is that questions about human life have been co-opted for political purposes. We’ve been divided up against our will. Yet, these are vital questions to answer to know how to navigate our modern life together. Do not let politics rip the fabric of our common humanity. Let’s then talk about the children and youth among us. How are we doing there? Jonathan Haidt’s popular work The Anxious Generation convincingly shows that since the early 2010s there has been a significant increase in anxiety, depression, self-harm, and suicide rates among adolescents, particularly among teenage girls. There is a decreased amount of time our youth spend having face-to-face conversations and lack “soft skills” for the workforce. And social media, video games, and pornography have all become increasing addictions among those in their most formative years. With the wholesale adoption of smart phones and social media platforms, have we not done a great disservice to our future? To those who will one day have the levers of power in all spheres of society? Have we not tacitly given a decree of death by technology. Techno-cide shall we call it? Yet, it begs the 15 Bitcoin question: What are we to do? Well, how did the Christ-child escape Herod’s decree? God appeared to his people in dreams. There is a way out. God’s kingdom is the dream of a fully flourishing humanity. Shalom from the youngest to the oldest. Jesus came to bring this kingdom that moves not according to the power plays of the elite, but the dreams of the humble willing to follow Jesus no matter the cost. What if we dreamed about a non-polarized, non-politicized conversation about human life? What if we dreamed about simple yet effective regulations for smart phones among teens? What about no smartphones before high school, no social media before 16, phone-free schools, and more unsupervised play and childhood independence? As we remember Holy Innocents today, reflect on how we treat our children, youth, and most vulnerable populations as a society and what that says about our future and well-being. And reflect on Jesus Christ, hunted at birth, and his desire for all to know love, forgiveness, and Shalom forever and ever. Amen. Rev. Austin Britton is Missionary Deacon of the Diocese of the Rocky Mountains (ACNA). He can be reached at Pastorbritton12@yahoo.com . Stay up-to-date on what's happening Receive the latest in local entertainment news in your inbox weekly!Transgender Activist Says Trying To Stop Men From Using Women’s Restrooms Will Be ‘Last Mistake You Ever Make’
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By JOSH BOAK WASHINGTON (AP) — President-elect Donald Trump on Thursday voiced his support for the dockworkers union before their contract expires next month at Eastern and Gulf Coast ports, saying that any further “automation” of the ports would harm workers. Related Articles National Politics | Will Kamala Harris run for California governor in 2026? The question is already swirling National Politics | Senate begins final push to expand Social Security benefits for millions of people National Politics | Trump taps immigration hard-liner Kari Lake as head of Voice of America National Politics | Trump extends unprecedented invites to China’s Xi and other world leaders for his inauguration National Politics | Pressure on a veteran and senator shows what’s next for those who oppose Trump The incoming president posted on social media that he met Harold Daggett, the president of the International Longshoreman’s Association, and Dennis Daggett, the union’s executive vice president. “I’ve studied automation, and know just about everything there is to know about it,” Trump posted. “The amount of money saved is nowhere near the distress, hurt, and harm it causes for American Workers, in this case, our Longshoremen. Foreign companies have made a fortune in the U.S. by giving them access to our markets. They shouldn’t be looking for every last penny knowing how many families are hurt.” The International Longshoremen’s Association has until Jan. 15 to negotiate a new contract with the U.S. Maritime Alliance, which represents ports and shipping companies. At the heart of the dispute is whether ports can install automated gates, cranes and container-moving trucks that could make it faster to unload and load ships. The union argues that automation would lead to fewer jobs, even though higher levels of productivity could do more to boost the salaries of remaining workers. The Maritime Alliance said in a statement that the contract goes beyond ports to “supporting American consumers and giving American businesses access to the global marketplace – from farmers, to manufacturers, to small businesses, and innovative start-ups looking for new markets to sell their products.” “To achieve this, we need modern technology that is proven to improve worker safety, boost port efficiency, increase port capacity, and strengthen our supply chains,” said the alliance, adding that it looks forward to working with Trump. In October, the union representing 45,000 dockworkers went on strike for three days, raising the risk that a prolonged shutdown could push up inflation by making it difficult to unload container ships and export American products overseas. The issue pits an incoming president who won November’s election on the promise of bringing down prices against commitments to support blue-collar workers along with the kinds of advanced technology that drew him support from Silicon Valley elite such as billionaire Elon Musk. Trump sought to portray the dispute as being between U.S. workers and foreign companies, but advanced ports are also key for staying globally competitive. China is opening a $1.3 billion port in Peru that could accommodate ships too large for the Panama Canal. There is a risk that shippers could move to other ports, which could also lead to job losses. Mexico is constructing a port that is highly automated, while Dubai, Singapore and Rotterdam already have more advanced ports. Instead, Trump said that ports and shipping companies should eschew “machinery, which is expensive, and which will constantly have to be replaced.” “For the great privilege of accessing our markets, these foreign companies should hire our incredible American Workers, instead of laying them off, and sending those profits back to foreign countries,” Trump posted. “It is time to put AMERICA FIRST!”
And this year nine members of the ensemble provided an evening of entertainment opening with a round of audience participation of Christmas carols accompanied by Shirley Anne James. The Choir Ensemble, accompanied by Shirley Anne James and hosted by chorister Grahame Morton, continued the party with songs from the Rogers and Hammerstein musical South Pacific including a hilarious rendition of ‘I’m Gonna Wash that Man Right Outta my Hair’ and a magnificent solo of ‘Some Enchanted Evening’ by bass chorister Stuart Parry. The evening was supported by the U3A ukulele band and guest ladies choir Serenata accompanied by Olivia Dance. The ensemble finished with songs from Oklahoma. Stuart Parry also joined in with a solo of Glen Cambell's 'Rhinestone Cowboy' and the item finished with a whip crackin’ rendition of 'Rawhide' by chorister Andy Friedman. The party also included games and a raffle all of which raised about £130 for the St David’s Hospice Care, contributing to the near £2,000 raised for the charity this year.
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Brandon Crawford, a two-time World Series champion with the San Francisco Giants , announced his retirement from baseball on social media Wednesday. A three-time All-Star and four-time Gold Glove winner, Crawford left his mark on the Bay Area during 13 seasons. In June 2021, he became the franchise’s all-time leader in appearances at shortstop with 1,326, breaking a record held by Hall of Famer Travis Jackson. He also had the third-most hits by a shortstop in franchise history , with 1,392. Advertisement The 37-year-old spent 2024 with the St. Louis Cardinals , but before that had spent his entire career with his hometown team, which drafted him in the fourth round in 2008. He became a fixture in the Giants lineup in 2011, and helped them reach the playoffs in 2012, 2014, 2016 and 2021. “Growing up in the Bay Area and going to games at Candlestick, I always dreamed of playing for the San Francisco Giants,” Crawford wrote in a post on Instagram . “Being drafted by my hometown team and spending most of my career with them far surpassed any dream I had as a kid. I definitely pretended to win a World Series in my backyard – but winning two? That was beyond my wildest dreams. I always dreamed of being the shortstop for the Giants, but never could I have imagined breaking the team record for the most games played at the position. “As a kid sitting in the stands at Pac Bell/SBC/ATST/Oracle Park, I would picture myself playing a game there, but I never imagined I’d end up playing the MOST games there. From a grand slam in my debut, silencing the crowd in Pittsburgh, to two unforgettable parades down Market Street, and more memories than I can fit in a single post, the 13 years in the Bay Area were nothing short of extraordinary.” During his time in San Francisco, he batted .250 with 146 home runs and 744 RBIs. He had arguably his best season towards the end of his Giants stint, when he hit .298 with career highs in home runs (24) and RBIs (90) in 2021. “Watching Brandon play was an absolute privilege for not only me but for Giants’ fans everywhere,” Giants President & CEO Larry Baer said in a news release. “He was an All-Star, Gold Glove and Silver Slugger winner, a two-time World Series champion, and a Lou Gehrig and Willie Mac Award winner, that always carried himself with class, honor and respect. Advertisement “The Giants have been incredibly blessed to have had Brandon as part of the franchise for 16 years — really for his entire 37 years, first as a young fan, who will ever forget that indelible photo of him leaning on the railing at Candlestick Park when there was a possibility that his Giants might leave San Francisco — and as this chapter closes on his career, his legacy in the game will be celebrated by fans, teammates, and future generations of players who look up to him by the example he set.” The Giants announced plans to honor Crawford, who totaled more than 6,300 plate appearances and was worth 30.9 fWAR, at Oracle Park on April 26. “It was an honor to get to know Brandon as a friend and as a teammate,” Giants president of baseball operations Buster Posey said in a news release. “From the first day we were both drafted in 2008 to our final year playing together in 2021, it was an honor to play alongside him for 14 years. Whether it was the clutch moments like the grand slam he hit in the 2014 Wild Card Game in Pittsburgh, the franchise-record, seven-hit game he recorded in Miami, or the dazzling defensive plays and acrobatic throws he made over and over again, Brandon made his mark in a way few athletes ever do.” (Photo: D. Ross Cameron / Imagn Images)How we treat our children and most vulnerable populations is a key metric of our society’s health and future well-being. Do you believe this? On the fourth day of Christmas, my true love gave to me, the feast of Holy Innocents. It is the great “nails-on-the-chalkboard” day of Christmastide. In the midst of all the celebration of Christ’s birth, there is a whole day dedicated to remembering the slaughter of innocent children. A day to remind us of King Herod’s terrible decree of infanticide recorded in St. Matthew’s gospel 2:16-18. A massacre of infant boys age 2 and under in order for Herod to eliminate the perceived threat to his throne. The goal was to put Christ to death even then. We are rightfully appalled at this historical event. Yet, how are we doing today? We may not have a decree of infanticide to navigate, but we do have other ills regarding our children and most vulnerable do we not? Let’s get controversial. A key issue in this past election was abortion. When do you believe human life begins? When do you believe a child is alive? What constitutes personhood? Do the rights of the pregnant person outweigh the rights of the fetus? When should life be protected at all costs? No matter where you stand on these questions, could we not commit to a Missoula-wide dialogue about these foundational questions regarding human life? Follow the science. Bring in the ethicists. Invite the philosophers, theologians, mothers and doctors. It is 2025 AD, we can do this. The unfortunate reality is that questions about human life have been co-opted for political purposes. We’ve been divided up against our will. Yet, these are vital questions to answer to know how to navigate our modern life together. Do not let politics rip the fabric of our common humanity. Let’s then talk about the children and youth among us. How are we doing there? Jonathan Haidt’s popular work The Anxious Generation convincingly shows that since the early 2010s there has been a significant increase in anxiety, depression, self-harm, and suicide rates among adolescents, particularly among teenage girls. There is a decreased amount of time our youth spend having face-to-face conversations and lack “soft skills” for the workforce. And social media, video games, and pornography have all become increasing addictions among those in their most formative years. With the wholesale adoption of smart phones and social media platforms, have we not done a great disservice to our future? To those who will one day have the levers of power in all spheres of society? Have we not tacitly given a decree of death by technology. Techno-cide shall we call it? Yet, it begs the 15 Bitcoin question: What are we to do? Well, how did the Christ-child escape Herod’s decree? God appeared to his people in dreams. There is a way out. God’s kingdom is the dream of a fully flourishing humanity. Shalom from the youngest to the oldest. Jesus came to bring this kingdom that moves not according to the power plays of the elite, but the dreams of the humble willing to follow Jesus no matter the cost. What if we dreamed about a non-polarized, non-politicized conversation about human life? What if we dreamed about simple yet effective regulations for smart phones among teens? What about no smartphones before high school, no social media before 16, phone-free schools, and more unsupervised play and childhood independence? As we remember Holy Innocents today, reflect on how we treat our children, youth, and most vulnerable populations as a society and what that says about our future and well-being. And reflect on Jesus Christ, hunted at birth, and his desire for all to know love, forgiveness, and Shalom forever and ever. Amen. Rev. Austin Britton is Missionary Deacon of the Diocese of the Rocky Mountains (ACNA). He can be reached at Pastorbritton12@yahoo.com . Stay up-to-date on what's happening Receive the latest in local entertainment news in your inbox weekly!Transgender Activist Says Trying To Stop Men From Using Women’s Restrooms Will Be ‘Last Mistake You Ever Make’