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economic-policy2 years ago

EU Governments Agree on More Flexible Fiscal Rules, Easing Financial Struggles and Reforming National Spending

European Union finance ministers have reached an agreement on the latest reform of the bloc's fiscal rules, allowing more time for cutting public debt and creating incentives for public investment. The new rules set minimum amounts of deficit and debt reduction, with a more lenient approach than the previous framework. The deal will now be negotiated with the European Parliament before becoming law. The reform was prompted by the record-high national debt levels caused by pandemic recovery programs and the need for new spending to meet climate, industrial policy, and security goals.

via Reuters|
#budget-consolidation#economic-policy#eu-fiscal-rules
crime2 years ago

"The Wire Creator Pleads for Leniency in Michael K. Williams' Death Case"

The co-creator of The Wire, David Simon, has written a letter to a judge requesting leniency for Carlos Macci, one of four men charged in the drug death of actor Michael K Williams. Williams died of an overdose in 2021, and Macci pleaded guilty to conspiracy to distribute narcotics. Simon argued that incarcerating a 71-year-old man with a history of addiction and no ambitions of success and profit in drug sales would serve no purpose. Macci's lawyer is seeking a sentence of time served, and the court's probation office has recommended 10 years in prison.

via BBC|
#crime#david-simon#drug-death
entertainment2 years ago

David Simon Pleads for Leniency in Michael K. Williams' Death Case

David Simon, creator of The Wire, has written a letter to a judge requesting leniency for Carlos Macci, one of the men charged in connection with the drug overdose death of actor Michael K. Williams. Simon argues that incarcerating the 71-year-old, who has struggled with addiction and is largely illiterate, would serve no purpose. He emphasizes that Williams himself took responsibility for his drug use and was opposed to mass incarceration. Macci and three others have pleaded guilty to drug possession and distribution charges, with Macci's sentencing scheduled for later this month.

via Entertainment Weekly News|
#addiction#david-simon#drug-overdose
entertainment2 years ago

David Simon Pleads for Mercy for Drug Dealer in Michael K. Williams' Tragic Death

David Simon, co-creator of "The Wire," has written a letter to a Manhattan judge requesting leniency for one of the defendants charged with selling the drugs that led to the death of actor Michael K. Williams. Simon argues that the defendant, Carlos Macci, is not solely responsible for Williams' death and that incarcerating a 71-year-old man with a history of addiction would serve no purpose. Williams, known for his role as Omar Little in "The Wire," died of a drug overdose in 2021.

via IndieWire|
#david-simon#drug-overdose#entertainment
crime2 years ago

'The Wire' Creator Pleads for Mercy in Actor's Death Case

David Simon, co-creator of "The Wire," has written a letter to a Manhattan judge urging leniency for Carlos Macci, a man charged in connection with the death of actor Michael K. Williams. Simon argues that Macci, who sold fentanyl to Williams, should be seen as a victim of addiction himself and that incarcerating him would serve no purpose. Williams, known for his role as Omar Little in "The Wire," had openly discussed his struggles with drug addiction. Macci is one of four men charged in connection with Williams's death, and his sentencing is scheduled for later this month.

via The New York Times|
#crime#david-simon#drug-addiction
politics2 years ago

Oath Keepers Leader Requests Leniency in Sedition Sentence.

Stewart Rhodes, the founder of the Oath Keepers militia, is seeking leniency in his sentencing for his role in the seditious conspiracy to prevent Joe Biden from becoming president on Jan. 6, 2021. Rhodes argues that he should receive a "time served" sentence out of respect for his history of "good works," including creating the Oath Keepers. However, federal prosecutors argue that Rhodes should be punished harshly for exploiting his public influence and inspiring violence to keep Donald Trump in office. Rhodes is expected to be sentenced on May 25.

via Rolling Stone|
#leniency#oath-keepers#politics