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politics2 years ago•1 min saved

"GOP's Trumpification: A Shocking Debauchery Leaves Ex-Republicans Stunned"

Former Republican and New York Times columnist David Brooks expressed profound shock at the Republican Party's decision to kill off its own immigration bill, stating that it went beyond any previous GOP disasters and put a stake into whatever aspects of the GOP he still believed were admirable. Brooks criticized the GOP for openly showing disdain for democracy and linked their actions to former President Donald Trump's authoritarian ambitions, highlighting the party's refusal to compromise and their propagation of misinformation about the border deal.

via Raw Story|

#david-brooks #democracy #donald-trump

society2 years ago•7 min saved

David Brooks' Mission: Combating America's Spiritual Crisis

David Brooks, New York Times columnist and author, is on a mission to address the spiritual crisis in our society. In his latest book, "How to Know a Person: The Art of Seeing Others Deeply and Being Deeply Seen," Brooks explores the importance of human connection and understanding. He believes that the ability to truly see and understand each other is crucial for healthy relationships and communities. Brooks started the non-profit organization Weave: The Social Fabric Project to support individuals working to strengthen social connections in their communities. Despite the challenges posed by modern life, such as social media and partisanship, Brooks remains hopeful that by improving our one-on-one interactions, we can have a positive impact on society.

via CBS News|

#david-brooks #human-relations #self-help-book

business2 years ago•2 min saved

Airport Restaurant Trolls NYT's David Brooks with $78 Meal Deal

New York Times columnist David Brooks complained about being charged $78 for a burger and fries at a restaurant in Newark Airport, but failed to mention that the majority of the bill came from alcoholic drinks. The restaurant, 1911 Smoke House, clarified that 80% of the tab was from multiple shots of whisky. In response, the restaurant has now introduced the "D Brooks Special" meal deal, offering a burger, fries, and a double shot of whiskey for $17.78, the original price of the food. The restaurant capitalized on the viral moment and plans to permanently include the deal on their menu. Brooks admitted his tweet was insensitive and apologized for his mistake.

via The Independent|

#1911-smoke-house #business #david-brooks

business2 years ago•2 min saved

David Brooks' Airport Meal Debacle: From Trolling to Regret

New York Times columnist David Brooks complained about being charged $78 for a burger and fries at a restaurant in Newark Airport, but failed to mention that most of the bill came from alcoholic drinks. The restaurant, 1911 Smoke House, clarified the situation and capitalized on the viral moment by offering a "D Brooks Special" meal deal for $17.78, which includes a burger, fries, and a double shot of whiskey. The restaurant's owner stated that the deal will be a permanent addition to their menu and has received positive reviews. Brooks admitted his mistake and apologized for his insensitive tweet.

via The Independent|

#1911-smoke-house #business #david-brooks

business2 years ago•2 min saved

David Brooks' Viral Airport Meal Mishap: Apologies and Regrets

New York Times columnist David Brooks complained about being charged $78 for a burger and fries at a restaurant in Newark Airport, but failed to mention that the majority of the bill came from alcoholic drinks. The restaurant, 1911 Smoke House, clarified that 80% of the tab was from multiple shots of whisky. In response, the restaurant has introduced the "D Brooks Special" meal deal, which includes a burger, fries, and a double shot of whiskey for $17.78, the original price of the food. The restaurant capitalized on the viral moment and plans to permanently offer the deal at its Trenton location. Brooks admitted his tweet was insensitive and apologized for his mistake.

via The Independent|

#1911-smoke-house #business #david-brooks

social-media2 years ago•2 min saved

David Brooks faces backlash over $78 Newark Airport meal tweet

New York Times columnist David Brooks admits he made a mistake and was "stupid" to post a tweet complaining about the cost of his airport dinner, which sparked a firestorm of backlash and accusations of being out of touch. Brooks now acknowledges that his tweet was insensitive and failed to recognize the vast difference between his own experience and the struggles faced by families living paycheck to paycheck. The tweet garnered millions of views and led to numerous memes and ridicule.

via New York Post |

#backlash #david-brooks #insensitivity

business2 years ago•5 min saved

"Outrage over David Brooks' $78 airport meal sparks viral backlash and price drop"

New York Times columnist David Brooks sparked a viral conversation on social media after complaining about the price of his $78 airport meal at Newark Liberty International Airport. While some criticized Brooks for not specifying that the majority of his bill was due to his drink, others turned his post into memes. The restaurant, 1911 Smoke House Barbeque, confirmed that Brooks had eaten there and defended their pricing. The incident highlights the ongoing issue of high prices for airport food, although airports have been making efforts to improve food options. The restaurant has capitalized on the attention by introducing a new meal called the "D Brooks Special" and urging support for small businesses.

via The Washington Post|

#airport-food #business #david-brooks

social-media2 years ago•2 min saved

Outrage over New York Times writer's $78 airport meal blame on Biden's economy

New York Times columnist David Brooks faced backlash on social media after complaining about the cost of a $78 meal at Newark airport. Investigative journalists and followers pointed out that the high price was likely due to the presence of whiskey in his order. The restaurant even chimed in, sarcastically suggesting that Brooks should keep drinking. Comedians joined in the roast, highlighting the irony of his complaint. Polls show that many Americans are unhappy with the economy despite positive reports, but Brooks' complaint was met with satire and criticism.

via The Guardian|

#david-brooks #food-prices #newark-airport

food-and-dining2 years ago•0 min saved

"Restaurant's $17.78 Special Roasts David Brooks' $78 Airport Meal Complaint"

Smokehouse BBQ at Newark Airport, the restaurant that was at the center of David Brooks' viral $78 meal post, is now offering a special inspired by the incident. The restaurant is running a $17.78 special, referencing the outrage over the expensive airport meal, and attracting attention from customers.

via NJ.com|

#david-brooks #dollar1778-special #food-and-dining

travel2 years ago•2 min saved

Outrage Over NYT Columnist's $78 Airport Hamburger Sparks Viral Backlash

Conservative commentator David Brooks complained about the high cost of airport food, claiming that a burger and fries cost him $78 at Newark Airport. However, internet sleuths discovered that the actual cost was $17, and the inflated price may have been due to an expensive double shot of whiskey. Brooks' anecdote highlights the frustration of expensive airport meals, but his exaggerated claim undermines his argument about inflation.

via Jalopnik|

#airport-food #david-brooks #expenses

social-media2 years ago•0 min saved

David Brooks Faces Backlash for $78 Airport Meal Complaint

New York Times columnist David Brooks faced online backlash after expressing his shock over the cost of a $78 burger and fries at an airport. Social media users criticized Brooks for being out of touch and launched an investigation to find the expensive meal he mentioned.

via MarketWatch|

#airport-meal #david-brooks #new-york-times