You can’t hold your breath and say no forever. As the President turns his back on Congressional tantrums, some sane Republicans are starting to gasp for breath. The national political debate is slowly shifting from Tea Party vs. Obama to an internal GOP rift over avoiding defeat in 2014 and 2016. Oklahoma Sen. Tom Coburn predicts that shutting down government to block … [Read more...] about Senate Republicans Predict Tea Party Disaster
Conservatives Unleash Usual ‘Outrage’ Over President Obama’s Martha’s Vineyard Trip
Get ready for the conservatives to attack President Obama on his upcoming vacation on Martha's Vineyard. The fact is liberals have also gone after Republican presidents for their pricey vacations, but it seems that President Obama, probably more than others have been attacked for his 'elitist' taste: The Massachusetts island of Martha’s Vineyard, the exclusive playground for … [Read more...] about Conservatives Unleash Usual ‘Outrage’ Over President Obama’s Martha’s Vineyard Trip
We should thank Edward Snowden
WASHINGTON -- Edward Snowden's renegade decision to reveal the jaw-dropping scope of the National Security Agency's electronic surveillance is being vindicated -- even as Snowden himself is being vilified. Intelligence officials in the Obama administration and their allies on Capitol Hill paint the fugitive analyst as nothing but a traitor who wants to harm the United … [Read more...] about We should thank Edward Snowden
The ‘Cheneyization’ of the Republican Party
When Liz Cheney, the outspoken elder daughter of Vice President Dick Cheney, announced this month that she was launching a primary challenge against three-term incumbent conservative Sen. Mike Enzi (R-Wyo.), she declared that it's "time for a new generation to come to the fore" and "time for us to say to ourselves, 'Can we continue to go along to get along in … [Read more...] about The ‘Cheneyization’ of the Republican Party
Remembering The Indianapolis
This week marks the 68th anniversary of one of the more unfortunate events in the history of the United States Navy. In July of 1945 the USS Indianapolis, a Navy Cruiser set sail from San Francisco to Tinian Island where it dropped off the components for the atomic bomb that would end the war. The ship then stopped in Guam to drop off some crew members and then headed for … [Read more...] about Remembering The Indianapolis
Spider Eats Snake — Snake-Eating Spider In Australia
Spider Eats Snake — Snake-Eating Spider In Australia (via Planetsave) Perhaps you’ve seen some of the images currently going around the internet that show a spider eating a snake that it’s caught in its web? If not, then take a look below…. and enjoy. The images themselves are in fact all genuine, but the writing… … [Read more...] about Spider Eats Snake — Snake-Eating Spider In Australia
Army Sgt. to Receive Medal of Honor for Valor in Afghanistan
Army Staff Sgt. Ty M. Carter provides overwatch during a 2012 deployment to Afghanistan. (U.S. Army photo) President Obama, on August 26, will present the Medal of Honor -- our nation’s highest award for battlefield heroism -- to Army Staff Sgt. Ty Michael Carter for his "conspicuous gallantry" in Afghanistan on Oct. 3, 2009, while serving as a cavalry scout with the 4th … [Read more...] about Army Sgt. to Receive Medal of Honor for Valor in Afghanistan
Digital misogyny isn’t the problem: what will it take to end all misogyny?
Another day, another social media site rocked by misogyny. Last week, a UK feminist was virtually pummeled for leading a campaign to keep women memorialized on bank notes. So. Morons have been tweeting rape threats to @CCriadoPerez but @twitter says it's not their problem. Disagree? Sign http://t.co/50M9Vi6Wiv— Hadley Freeman (@HadleyFreeman) July 27, … [Read more...] about Digital misogyny isn’t the problem: what will it take to end all misogyny?
Mineral Rich Australia May Contain World’s Next Major Oil Find (Guest Voice)
Mineral Rich Australia May Contain World's Next Major Oil Find By. John C.K. Daly of Oilprice.com Australia's massive mineral exports allowed it to weather the global recession, which began in 2008, quite nicely. The U.S. government's Energy Information Administration noted in its country's analysis for Australia, "Australia, rich in hydrocarbons and uranium, was the … [Read more...] about Mineral Rich Australia May Contain World’s Next Major Oil Find (Guest Voice)
Each degree of global warming might ultimately raise global sea levels by more than 2 meters
Each degree of global warming might ultimately raise global sea levels by more than 2 meters (via Skeptical Science) Posted on 27 July 2013 by John Hartz The following article is a reprint of a press release posted by the Potsdam Institute for Climate Impact Research (PIK) on July 15, 2013 Greenhouse gases emitted today will cause sea level to rise for centuries to… … [Read more...] about Each degree of global warming might ultimately raise global sea levels by more than 2 meters
The Hastert Rule- Democracy Subverted
The Hastert Rule- Democracy Subverted The Hastert Rule, named after former Republican Speaker of the House Dennis Hastert, was conceived by him in 2003 when the GOP controlled the House of Representatives. Hastert promised not to allow bills to proceed to the floor of the House if they did not have the backing of “the majority of the majority.” In other words, the … [Read more...] about The Hastert Rule- Democracy Subverted
Pope Francis: “If Someone is Gay and He Searched for the Lord, Has Good Will, Who am I to Judge?”
Pope Francis reached out an olive branch to the gay community Monday, saying he wouldn't judge priests for their sexual orientation during a news conference as he returned from his trip to Brazil. He asked, "If someone is gay and he searched for the Lord and has good will, who am I to judge?" This is the first time a Pope has ever taken such a conciliatory stance. His … [Read more...] about Pope Francis: “If Someone is Gay and He Searched for the Lord, Has Good Will, Who am I to Judge?”
WATCH: Why Fox News’ interview with Reza Aslan is so awful
Why Fox News' interview ith Reza Aslan is so awful. Just watch it. And you think: and there are so many skillfull journalists out there who are stuck in small markets, laid off, or waiting for their first jobs. … [Read more...] about WATCH: Why Fox News’ interview with Reza Aslan is so awful
Morsi supporters call new Egypt protests
Morsi supporters call new Egypt protests (via AFP) Supporters of Egypt's ousted president called for new protests on Monday, threatening to deepen the country's crisis as the EU foreign policy chief met both the government and the opposition. The Anti-Coup Alliance of Islamist groups organising protests… … [Read more...] about Morsi supporters call new Egypt protests
Fighting back on voting rights
WASHINGTON -- Attorney General Eric Holder has opened what will be an epic battle over whether our country will remain committed to equal rights at the ballot box. In a display of egregious judicial activism in late June, the conservative majority on the Supreme Court gutted the Voting Rights Act. Holder made clear last week he intends to fight back. The struggle will … [Read more...] about Fighting back on voting rights
Anthony Weiner Can Run but Has He The Gravitas to Win?
I dont want to dun the man. But, it's harder and harder not to notice that Mr. Weiner running for mayor of one of the most influential and changing cities in the world- New York City, can run around run afoul run amok run away, run with the tired rhetoric... but it seems unlikely he can win a serious election for such an important position. A mayor of NYC has to … [Read more...] about Anthony Weiner Can Run but Has He The Gravitas to Win?
Talk Radio Earthquake? Cumulus Planning to Dump Limbaugh and Hannity
A major talk radio earthquake? Media giant Cumulus is planning to dump conservative talkers Rush Limbaugh and Sean Hannity when their contracts run out. This doe NOT mean their style of talk will be gone -- but they'll be minus some big outlets: In a major shakeup for the radio industry, Cumulus Media, the second-biggest broadcaster in the country, is planning to drop both … [Read more...] about Talk Radio Earthquake? Cumulus Planning to Dump Limbaugh and Hannity
Twenty Years in Oregon
Sometime in the wee hours of the morning, twenty years ago (July 27th), I crossed the Snake River into Ontario, Oregon pulling my life behind me in a modern day Conestoga wagon. the tandem-axle log truck was ubiquitous on Oregon roads (Helpful that it was a 302 V-8. I was carrying a couple boxes of papers, books and vinyl records behind the van in an old two-wheel teardrop … [Read more...] about Twenty Years in Oregon
Rep. Peter King: Sen. Rand Paul Comparing Edward Snowden to Martin Luther King Jr. is ‘Madness’
Another prominent Republican is slamming Sen. Rand Paul and his stance on surveillance programs. Rep. Peter King (NY), who has 2016 presidential ambitions, said the libertarian wing of the Republican Party is damaging the party's reputation on national security. He criticized Paul for supporting fugitive NSA leaker Edward Snowden. The Hill: "When you have Rand Paul actually … [Read more...] about Rep. Peter King: Sen. Rand Paul Comparing Edward Snowden to Martin Luther King Jr. is ‘Madness’
Report: Anthony Weiner’s Campaign Manager Danny Kedem Calls It Quits After New Sexting Revelations
More trouble for New York City mayoral candidate Anthony Weiner. There are reports that his campaign manager, Danny Kedem, has thrown in the towel after a week of blistering revelations of an online sexual relationship with liberal blogger Sydney Elaine Leathers. NY Times: Mr. Kedem, 31, informed Mr. Weiner of his decision in the last 24 hours, the two people said. Mr. Kedem … [Read more...] about Report: Anthony Weiner’s Campaign Manager Danny Kedem Calls It Quits After New Sexting Revelations