According to a text message posted by X user ‘PNWGUERRILLA,’ members of the 82nd Airborne Division stationed in Fayetteville, North Carolina, received orders that they could not assist with Hurricane Helene relief efforts and must remain on standby in case they’re needed for support in the Middle East. DISCLAIMER: 100 Percent Fed Up has not verified these claims. “I’m in the 82nd stationed in Fayetteville, NC. We have guys in our unit with family in Western NC that are trying to get to their family, guys who are asking to put in passes to go help anyway they can… they’re all getting told no. Meanwhile we got briefed that we have to be on standby incase we need to support the Middle East. The people stuck need to know that we’re trying but our higher ups aren’t allowing it,” the text message read. “Fuck your family’s, Go die for israel”-US MILITARY pic.twitter.com/qBXpG9vYle — PNWGUERRILLA (@pnwguerrilla) October 1, 2024 “Prayers for the 82nd in North Carolina. This is madness,” Kevin Posobiec commented. Prayers for the 82nd in North Carolina. This is madness. pic.twitter.com/zM1KQYVfre — Kev Posobiec (@KevinPosobiec) October 1, 2024 “The 82nd should just take off from Bragg right now and go save the people of Asheville Trump will pardon them all Day One And give them a parade,” Jack Posobiec said. The 82nd should just take off from Bragg right now and go save the people of Asheville Trump will pardon them all Day One And give them a parade https://t.co/wwFo4n9au3 — Jack Poso (@JackPosobiec) October 1, 2024 “Within 48 hours of the earthquake that struck Haiti in 2011, the 82nd Airborne had arrived from Fort Bragg, NC to Port-au-Prince to render aid. It’s been 135 hours and the DOD still haven’t given dual status command for NC (they have for FL), still haven’t sent the aerial assets and high-water vehicles from Fort Bragg that FEMA requested, the 81st is off on a training exercise, and the men from various units trying to get home to help their families in the disaster zone are being denied leave. It is a complete shame and disgrace. Heads should roll,” Dr. Ben Braddock said. Within 48 hours of the earthquake that struck Haiti in 2011, the 82nd Airborne had arrived from Fort Bragg, NC to Port-au-Prince to render aid. It’s been 135 hours and the DOD still haven’t given dual status command for NC (they have for FL), still haven’t sent the aerial… — Dr. Ben Braddock (@GraduatedBen) October 1, 2024 Libs of TikTok said she spoke with a military insider about the efforts for Hurricane Helene. Per Libs of TikTok: The 82nd Airborne Division is known as America’s “Global” Response Force. They have the ability to have thousands of paratroopers anywhere in the world in 18 hours. They provide combat capability, but also helicopter airlift, stand up hospitals, and other support. They responded to Hurricane Katrina in New Orleans. The 82nd responded overnight to fly thousands of Afghans out of the country during the withdrawal. Less than 1/3 of the entire division is on the “global” alert status. Meaning there are thousands of members potentially available to render aid with a simple command. So the question is why even a fraction of the 82nd can’t be used to support relief efforts in the same state in which they are stationed (North Carolina)? For whatever reason, they are unavailable for this effort. As of now, they haven’t been alerted for hurricane support. They can be on the ground and in the sky within hours, organizing airlifts, building hospitals, bringing aid. But they aren’t. Biden-Harris can activate them if they so wished. Just spoke to a US Military insider about the efforts for Hurricane Helene. Here's what I was told: The 82nd Airborne Division is known as America's "Global" Response Force. They have the ability to have thousands of paratroopers anywhere in the world in 18 hours. They provide… — Libs of TikTok (@libsoftiktok) September 30, 2024 “Why hasn’t the national guard or even active military units been called in to conduct humanitarian operations? Christmas, the 82nd Airborne Division is right down the road from Asheville area. Oh, they’re probably prepping to go to Ukraine or deploy to the Middle East,” General Mike Flynn wrote. Why hasn’t the national guard or even active military units been called in to conduct humanitarian operations? Christmas, the 82nd Airborne Division is right down the road from Asheville area. Oh, they’re probably prepping to go to Ukraine or deploy to the Middle East.… https://t.co/ZaoCLfYtww — General Mike Flynn (@GenFlynn) September 30, 2024 “But somehow, even though more than half of them live OFF BASE in the communities of central NC, and many have family throughout the state, they’re supposed to just sit there because Cooper won’t ask/demand help and Biden thinks just signing some FEMA paperwork is all the ‘leadership’ needed? WRONG,” RedState investigative journalist Jennifer Van Laar said. “Some of them ARE NOT sitting there. I’ve learned that the Joint Chiefs of Staff have told JSOC and USASOC commanders that their units are to stay out of Western NC, they’re giving liberal leave and have cryptically told the soldiers that they won’t be checking to see what equipment is on base for the next few weeks. And so it is that some specially-trained guys in civilian clothes are up in the mountain communities using their search/rescue and EMT skills and military equipment to save lives DESPITE what the federal government bean counters have ordered. Thank God for these men,” she continued. … and, some of them ARE NOT sitting there. I've learned that the Joint Chiefs of Staff have told JSOC and USASOC commanders that their units are to stay out of Western NC, they're giving liberal leave and have cryptically told the soldiers that they won't be checking to see… — Jennifer Van Laar (@jenvanlaar) October 1, 2024 Drew Steele discussed the situation with Florida’s Voice: WATCH: Drew Steele is shocked by revelation from @LibsofTiktok on the 82nd Airborne Division "Why isn't the 82nd out there […] sending relief efforts in the same state that they're stationed in!" pic.twitter.com/3pgfNDXMAn — Florida’s Voice (@FLVoiceNews) October 1, 2024 Per FOX Weather: The death toll from Hurricane Helene continues to climb as rescue efforts persist across the Southeast. Hard-hit regions, including parts of western North Carolina, are receiving aid from various states as emergency crews work to reach isolated communities devastated by catastrophic flooding. Over 160 people are now confirmed dead in six states – Florida, Georgia, South Carolina, North Carolina, Virginia and Tennessee. Helene is now the second-deadliest hurricane to strike the mainland U.s. in the last 55 years, topped only by Hurricane Katrina in 2005 and the most since Hurricane Camille hit the Gulf Coast in August 1969. President Joe Biden announced he will travel to the region on Wednesday and is expected to visit Asheville, North Carolina, to get a firsthand look at the devastation. Biden is also expected to visit Florida and Georgia. At least 70 people are now confirmed dead in North Carolina, and hundreds of people remain unaccounted for due to the lack of power and communication access. Dozens of those deaths have come in Buncombe County, which is home to the city of Ashville. Communities in western North Carolina were hit especially hard, with catastrophic flooding destroying hundreds of roads and bridges. Scenes from small towns such as Chimney Rock, Swannanoa and Biltmore Village show entire sections of the region either destroyed or washed away. Stories of heartbreak and loss fill the close-knit communities as a barrage of devastating images come in, capturing the scale of the destruction caused by what some call “biblical” flooding. In related news, a pilot claimed he was threatened with arrest for rescuing flood victims in North Carolina. [WATCH] Pilot Said He Was Threatened With Arrest For Rescuing Flood Victims

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The post What Is a Jellicle Cat? History & Explanation  by Ashley Bates appeared first on Catster. Copying over entire articles infringes on copyright laws. You may not be aware of it, but all of these articles were assigned, contracted and paid for, so they aren't considered public domain. However, we appreciate that you like the article and would love it if you continued sharing just the first paragraph of an article, then linking out to the rest of the piece on Catster.com. Click to Skip Ahead Where Was the Term “Jellicle Cat” Used?  “The Song of the Jellicles” Poem by T.S. Eliot Other Mentions Throughout History The Jellicle Cat Rescue Foundation There Is No Jellicle Cat Breed Even the name Jellicle cat can spark that childlike curiosity. What on earth is a Jellicle cat and where can I get one? Unfortunately, you can only get one in your dreams or in your own imagination when reading literature—these cats are a human-crafted concept by the poet T.S. Eliot. In this article, we will explain all you want to know about the Jellicle cat so you can brush up on your English history. Where Was the Term “Jellicle Cat” Used? In 1933, Jellicle cats were mentioned by T.S. Eliot in his poem “Five-Finger Exercises.” It was a short excerpt leaving readers to wonder more about what exactly a Jellicle cat is. It was later revisited when Eliot went further in the poem, “The Song of the Jellicles.” So, T.S. Eliot gave birth to the idea that has lived on through the ages, becoming a classic of mass proportions. Image Credit: ANURAK PONGPATIMET, Shutterstock  “The Song of the Jellicles” Poem by T.S. Eliot Jellicle Cats come out tonight, Jellicle Cats come one come all: The Jellicle Moon is shining bright— Jellicles come to the Jellicle Ball. Jellicle Cats are black and white, Jellicle Cats are rather small; Jellicle Cats are merry and bright, And pleasant to hear when they caterwaul. Jellicle Cats have cheerful faces, Jellicle Cats have bright black eyes; They like to practise their airs and graces And wait for the Jellicle Moon to rise. Jellicle Cats develop slowly, Jellicle Cats are not too big; Jellicle Cats are roly-poly, They know how to dance a gavotte and a jig. Until the Jellicle Moon appears They make their toilette and take their repose: Jellicles wash behind their ears, Jellicles dry between their toes. Jellicle Cats are white and black, Jellicle Cats are of moderate size; Jellicle Cats jump like a jumping-jack, Jellicle Cats have moonlit eyes. They’re quiet enough in the morning hours, They’re quiet enough in the afternoon, Reserving their terpsichorean powers To dance by the light of the Jellicle Moon. Jellicle Cats are black and white, Jellicle Cats (as I said) are small; If it happens to be a stormy night They will practise a caper or two in the hall. If it happens the sun is shining bright You would say they had nothing to do at all: They are resting and saving themselves to be right For the Jellicle Moon and the Jellicle Ball. Other Mentions of Jellicle Cats Throughout History Jellicle cats were originally mentioned in the 1933 poem “Five-Finger Exercises.” In this, they were described as being black and white, scruffy, and friendly. The poem doesn’t leave out canines, either, with the mention of Pollicle Dogs. Pollicle dogs are a play on “poor little dogs” and Jellicle cats are “dear little cats.” Jellicle Cats might have originally come from T.S. Eliot’s imagination. However, they were adopted by the 1981 production of the musical Cats written by Andrew Lloyd Webber. In this production, they veer away from the traditional black and white and instead carry a variety of coat colors and personalities. In 1986, the movie Logan’s Run features the purchase of Jellicle cats, interestingly enough. Moving on to 2017, there was a published picture book by Faber and Faber featuring the “Song of the Jellicles” with the standalone poem therein. Madame Tussauds New York features wax representations of Jellicle cats since 2019, including Grizabella—the theme song performer in Cats. So, you can see how impactful the concept of Jellicle cats has been on pop culture. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Andrew Lloyd Webber (@andrewlloydwebber) The Jellicle Cat Rescue Foundation There is a rescue foundation named after the infamous fictional Jellicle cats. Jellicle Cats Rescue Foundation is a 501c3 non-profit organization in Long Beach, California. They perform TNR, which stands for trap, neuter, and release to cut down on the reproduction of homeless cats. They spread awareness about responsible pet ownership to cut down on the homelessness epidemic that is rampant in their county and across the world. You can also adopt cats through this program. If you can’t, you can always gather resources and other information from the foundation. There Is No Jellicle Cat Breed Unfortunately, no cat breed has ever been named after the infamous Jellicle cat. It’s possible that one day in the future, a breed could develop adapting this name in memory of T.S. Eliot’s works. However, you can’t own a Jellicle cat for yourself in the present day. Conclusion Now you know more about these fictional historical cats. It really is a wonder how our domestic pets have inspired such creativity in human consciousness. Jellicle cats will live on through the writings, productions, teachings, and memories of folks familiar with the old works. One thing is for sure—every cat lover wishes they could have their very own fictional Jellicle cat. See Also: Mythical Cats: Exploring 14 Cats from Ancient Mythology Pittsburgh Refrigerator Cat: The Myth Explained Sources Wikipedia All Poetry Jellicle Cat Rescue Featured Image Credit: Impact Photography, Shutterstock The post What Is a Jellicle Cat? History & Explanation  by Ashley Bates appeared first on Catster. Copying over entire articles infringes on copyright laws. You may not be aware of it, but all of these articles were assigned, contracted and paid for, so they aren't considered public domain. However, we appreciate that you like the article and would love it if you continued sharing just the first paragraph of an article, then linking out to the rest of the piece on Catster.com.

As a recent NewsBusters study shown, ABC News was 100 percent in the tank for the Harris-Walz campaign. So, it was no surprise that during the network’s analysis of the vice presidential debate hosted by CBS on Tuesday, that their journalists would largely stay away from admitting that Governor Tim Walz (D-MN) had a pretty bad performance between his lies about being in Tiananmen Square, his gaffe about being friends with school shooters, and many more. But without getting into those details, chief Washington correspondent Jon Karl admitted it didn’t go well for the number two on their Democratic ticket. World News Tonight anchor David Muir initially wanted Karl to focus only on “the January 6 moment” near the end of the debate, but Karl wanted to talk about Walz’s short coming since they really weren’t mentioned up until that point in their coverage: MUIR: Jon, you heard what the Harris campaign is saying tonight, that the January 6 moment they believe was one of the strongest moments for Governor Walz. That came well into this debate. JON KARL: 90 minutes in by my count. MUIR: But it was still quite a moment. KARL: It was. You know, but first, David, I've got to say I think that Walz did seem unsteady. And frankly what I saw in Walz is somebody who has not faced questions on a national stage since he became the Democratic nominee.     Karl openly lamented that the Democratic campaign had been hiding Walz, keeping him away from the media and that it obviously hurt him in the debate: He was simply out of practice. I mean, I don't know why they've done it but they've kept him out of the limelight. They've kept him away from reporters. They haven't had him do any interviews. And he was clearly unsteady through much of that debate. And in contrast J.D. Vance was very smooth. He took the arguments not to Walz. He was very respectful of Walz. Took it to Kamala Harris. Desperate to get away from the topic, Muir latched on to Karl mentioning the “tone of civility in this debate”: MUIR: I was struck on that point, though, Jon. Repeatedly both of them said to each other, ‘well, I appreciate what you just said there,’ and then went to sort of claim their separate stances on whatever the issue was in the moment. But they said it a number of times in different ways. But both acknowledging the other standing on that stage. KARL: Yeah. And you just don't hear that anymore. And J.D. Vance did a very good job on taking the policy questions including ones that were going to be very difficult for him and pivoted back to make the points he wanted to make. Karl eventually did get to the January 6 stuff Muir wanted him to talk about with the latter seemingly admitting they were doing the Harris campaign’s bidding. “Which is why the Harris campaign is bringing that to your attention and other reporters as well,” he strangely said. The only time Walz’s floundering with his Tiananmen Square lie was mentioned was from a non-journalist in the form of former Republican National Committee Chairman Reince Priebus.   ABC's @Reince Priebus on the #VPDebate: "I thought he did really well...[M]ost importantly, he went head on against this narrative that he's this snarky unlikable guy and he talked about the American Dream and his life in the beginning and the end. Walz lied about Tiananmen… pic.twitter.com/3VpdJ8FnHI — Curtis Houck (@CurtisHouck) October 2, 2024   The transcript is below. Click "expand" to read: ABC’s Post Debate Analysis October 1, 2024 10:49:32 p.m. Eastern (…) DAVID MUIR: Jon, you heard what the Harris campaign is saying tonight, that the January 6 moment they believe was one of the strongest moments for Governor Walz. That came well into this debate. JON KARL: 90 minutes in by my count. MUIR: But it was still quite a moment. KARL: It was. You know, but first, David, I've got to say I think that Walz did seem unsteady. And frankly what I saw in Walz is somebody who has not faced questions on a national stage since he became the Democratic nominee. He was simply out of practice. I mean, I don't know why they've done it but they've kept him out of the limelight. They've kept him away from reporters. They haven't had him do any interviews. And he was clearly unsteady through much of that debate. And in contrast J.D. Vance was very smooth. He took the arguments not to Walz. He was very respectful of Walz. Took it to Kamala Harris. Overall, a tone of civility in this debate. In an election that has been anything but civil. MUIR: I was struck on that point, though, Jon. Repeatedly both of them said to each other, ‘well, I appreciate what you just said there,’ and then went to sort of claim their separate stances on whatever the issue was in the moment. But they said it a number of times in different ways. But both acknowledging the other standing on that stage. KARL: Yeah. And you just don't hear that anymore. And J.D. Vance did a very good job on taking the policy questions including ones that were going to be very difficult for him and pivoted back to make the points he wanted to make. But at the end of the debate, 90 minutes in, a reminder that this is not a normal election. This is not simply an election that is about policy debates. This is an election that features a candidate who is trying to return to office after having refused to accept defeat in the last election and trying to overturn a democratic presidential election, something we never have seen in this country through our 258 years or however many years. It was striking to me that we didn't hear the words mentioned Mike Pence. Mike pence who of course was Donald Trump's vice president. Mike pence who is not supporting Donald Trump in large part because Donald Trump on January 6th helped to unleash a mob that attacked the Capitol that went literally to chants of "Hang Mike pence" calling for the execution of Mike Pence, because he refused to go along with Donald Trump's attempts to illegally overturn that election. So, when it finally came up, you heard from J.D. Vance -- again, a reminder, not a policy debate here. J.D. Vance has said that he would not do what Mike Pence did, that he would not have stood up to Donald Trump, that he would have done what Donald Trump wanted him to do. And he reiterated that. And that was I think a very important moment but it came at the very end of this debate. MUIR: Which is why the Harris campaign is bringing that to your attention and other reporters as well. (…)