George Bush Joke Of The Day
November 19th, 2008 | 0 Comments | Politics |
No, not the financial bail-out.
The Wrecking Crew
November 18th, 2008 | 1 Comment | Books, Politics |
Not one to mince words, Frank’s 2008 volume, “The Wrecking Crew,” dissects the workings of the conservative movement, including the K-Street takeover along with its long roots in various unsavory, unethical and illegal activities going back to the 1980s. They may not call it a “bad government” movement, but that’s precisely what it is.
Introducing The J.I.L. 9000
November 6th, 2008 | 0 Comments | Politics |
Look Harry, I can see you’re really upset about this. I honestly think you ought to sit down calmly, take a stress pill, and think things over. I know I’ve made some very poor decisions recently…
Compare and Contrast
November 6th, 2008 | 0 Comments | Politics |
You can’t make this stuff up, you need a real nut case to do it for you.
Is This A Great Country Or What?
November 5th, 2008 | 0 Comments | Politics |
Yes, we can. Yes, we did.
It’s been a long, long time coming. I remember waking up the morning after the 2000 election and being asked, “so who won?” and all I could say was, “nobody knows!” After a long, bitter month ending with the beginning of the debacle, 2004 seemed like it would never come. [...]
Unbelievable Turnout
November 4th, 2008 | 2 Comments | Politics |
I’ve been voting in this location since 1989 and I’ve never had to wait more than five minutes. Today, it was about an hour and a half.
Now’s The Time
November 4th, 2008 | 0 Comments | Politics |
How many times in our lifetimes do we get a chance like this? A chance to vote for something new, a chance to make a difference. Nixon v. Kennedy? Ford v. Carter (OK, Carter didn’t work out so well; but in ‘76 he looked like something really fresh). Other choices have been pretty stark it’s [...]
I’ve Already Had Enough Of This Kind Of Thing
November 3rd, 2008 | 0 Comments | Politics |
Four more years would probably be too much. Last Tuesday there was a GOP rally at Penn State University, but not everyone was allowed in. One guy in particular was refused entry because he was, quote, “A big Democrat.” The problem? He’s the president of the university.
Well you say, it’s OK because I’m a [...]
Obama Interview with Rachel Maddow
October 31st, 2008 | 0 Comments | Politics |
Rachel Maddow had an interesting interview with Obama last night on her MSNBC show. The clip is at the jump, but I especially liked the exchange on the budget deficit and infrastructure investment:
One of the most frustrating things over the last eight years has been the ability of George Bush to pile up debts and huge deficits, and not have anything to show for it.
Imagine a future where we have a president who can talk intelligently and clearly about issues, and not just repeat slogans. It’s right around the corner if you go out and vote for it.
Seven Days
October 28th, 2008 | 0 Comments | Politics |
If nothing else, this still holds true:
But don’t let others decide. Get out there and vote.
David Gessetti and the Threat to the Fabric of Democracy
October 27th, 2008 | 2 Comments | Politics |
When I was in high school a couple of that year’s seniors — friends of mine from band — posed as fake people to get their pictures into the junior class section. One, looking like a BMOC, called himself “Duke Love.” The other, unshaven and in a plaid shirt and skinny bow tie, called himself [...]
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