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Good morning, everyone, and how are you today? We are doing just fine, thank you, despite the gloomy and soggy skies hovering over the Pharmalot campus. After all, the Morning Mayor once told us that “every new day should be unwrapped like a precious gift.” So while you tug on the ribbon, we will brew another cup of stimulation and forage for items of interest. Speaking of which, here are a few tidbits to help you along. We hope your day is productive and peaceful. As always, do keep in touch and stay safe — wear a mask. …

President Trump is lashing out at the Food and Drug Administration after Pfizer (PFE) reported its Covid-19 vaccine is more than 90% effective, The Washington Post reports. Trump is convinced the timing — six days after Election Day — proves the “medical deep state” deliberately tried to sabotage his electoral prospects by delaying the results. Shortly after Trump heard the news, he demanded Health and Human Services Secretary Alex Azar “get to the bottom” of what happened with Pfizer.

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