[icopyright one button toolbar] In celebration of Twitter's ninth birthday today, Jack Dorsey thanked journalists for being the second group to adopt the platform. And he opined about the importance of journalism to a functioning democracy. 4/After the tech early-adopters, journalists were next to take to Twitter. They used it as a source, to break news, and to link their … [Read more...] about Twitter turns nine today
Teheran, Washington, ISIL and the nuclear deal
[icopyright one button toolbar] Despite remaining gaps, the momentum for a nuclear deal with Iran is becoming irresistible and next week could see start of a new page in Middle East politics. The reasons for momentum in favor of a deal go far beyond the arm wrestling among negotiators on nuclear issues. Above all, they concern steadily rising Sunni Islamic terrorism … [Read more...] about Teheran, Washington, ISIL and the nuclear deal
Published: Reality 101 — Political Self Defense for Progressives
Published: Reality 101 -- Political Self Defense for Progressives I've been away while finishing the details of this book. But, in the face of the most idiotic headline of all time, it's time to return to the fray: Republicans Learn to Play Hardball Kimberley A. Strassel / Wall Street Journal It has been my intention to collect the best of ten years' "vorpal sword" … [Read more...] about Published: Reality 101 — Political Self Defense for Progressives
The ‘E’ in Email Stands for Evidence
The 'E' in Email Stands for Evidence Raging Moderate by Will Durst The country breathed a collective sigh of relief following Hillary Clinton's masterful press conference last week, held in response to the controversy surrounding her email troubles. "It's all fine. Don't worry about it. We got it covered. Easy peasy lemon squeezy." It appears she might have used a … [Read more...] about The ‘E’ in Email Stands for Evidence
Our Military Photographers at Work
[icopyright one button toolbar] Military photographers do a great job of capturing scenes of “war and peace.” While for some it may be difficult to see any beauty or artistry in images of soldiers, tanks, fighter aircraft or aircraft carriers, sometimes it is difficult not to acknowledge a certain aestheticism. Here are some photographs that may fit in that … [Read more...] about Our Military Photographers at Work
With The Gunman is Sean Penn the new Liam Neeson?
Actors put on muscle the way most of us put on sweaters. Robert De Niro was an early example when he got into fighting trim - and then out of it again - to play boxer Jake LaMotta in 1980's Raging Bull. More recent examples include Will Smith as Muhammad Ali, Chris Hemsworth for Thor, Bradley… … [Read more...] about With The Gunman is Sean Penn the new Liam Neeson?
Cartoon: Starbucks Race Talk
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The Bromance Continues: Boehner Going To Israel To Meet With Bibi
House Speaker John Boehner will lead a congressional delegation of Republican lawmakers to travel to Jerusalem sometime in the next two weeks to meet with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu. CNN reports: According to Israeli newspaper Haaretz, the speaker's trip will begin March 31, and he'll be leading a congressional delegation of Republican lawmakers. The visit… … [Read more...] about The Bromance Continues: Boehner Going To Israel To Meet With Bibi
Fact-checking Obamacare Predictions
Politifact.com fact-checks Obamacare predictions five years in. Predictions about the health care law were a dime a dozen back in 2010. Supporters contended that virtually everyone around the country would soon have access to affordable insurance. Opponents said the law would cost a fortune by adding to the national debt and killing jobs. Actually, none of those things have … [Read more...] about Fact-checking Obamacare Predictions
Cartoon: Netanyahu
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Goodfellas Cast to Reunite at the Tribeca Film Festival: Won’t Have Ketchup and Egg Noodles
The 2015 Tribeca Film Festival, staged in the heart of Manhattan, will close this year on one of the most Brooklyn movies of all-time: the Martin Scorsese gangster classic, Goodfellas. 2015 stands as the 25th anniversary of Goodfellas, capping a quarter century of visionary influence over the entire crime genre. Goodfellas has become as consequential as… … [Read more...] about Goodfellas Cast to Reunite at the Tribeca Film Festival: Won’t Have Ketchup and Egg Noodles
Cartoon: Netanyahu the Fiddler
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Death toll in Yemen mosque bombings rises to 126. Islamic State claims responsibility
Death toll in Yemen mosque bombings rises to 126. Islamic State claims responsibility SANAA, Yemen — Suicide bombers in the Yemeni capital Sanaa blew themselves up during noon prayers at two mosques on Friday, killing at least 126 people and wounding scores, medical sources said, in a major escalation of the worst wave of violence in the country in years. The attacks, in which … [Read more...] about Death toll in Yemen mosque bombings rises to 126. Islamic State claims responsibility
Cartoon: Netanyahu with false peace dove
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Democratic Support Falls For Hillary Clinton Even Prior To Yet Another Clinton Scandal
There is yet another scandal involving Hillary Clinton, with the latest Reuter's poll showing a drop in Democratic support for Clinton even before today's scandal broke. First the latest scandal, then the poll. Barack Obama came into office promising greater transparency. This included changing email practices following the abuses under George Bush--abuses which Hillary … [Read more...] about Democratic Support Falls For Hillary Clinton Even Prior To Yet Another Clinton Scandal
American Compassion and ‘Invisible’ Disabilities: A Sequel
[icopyright one button toolbar] One of our freshest faces at The Moderate Voice (TMV), Daniel Faris, recently posted a story that has touched many hearts and attracted comments from several people who themselves suffer, or who know someone who suffers from “invisible” disabilities and who oftentimes do not receive the “American compassion” -- the care and understanding … [Read more...] about American Compassion and ‘Invisible’ Disabilities: A Sequel
No, Hillary Clinton Is Not Going To Send You Off To “Camp”
I have been critical of Hillary Clinton for her secrecy and poor history on government transparency, her neoconservative foreign policy views, her conservative views on social issues, her mismanagement of health care reform, and her overall poor judgement. I am not going to defend her just because she has a D after her name, or because she is a female candidate. There are … [Read more...] about No, Hillary Clinton Is Not Going To Send You Off To “Camp”
Netanyahu reverses on Palestinian statehood; White House fumes
Netanyahu reverses on Palestinian statehood; White House fumes JERUSALEM — Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, fresh from a victory in Israel's elections, tried Thursday to walk back a campaign statement that no Palestinian state would be established on his watch, saying he still endorsed a two-state solution to the conflict. But the White House responded with tough comments … [Read more...] about Netanyahu reverses on Palestinian statehood; White House fumes
Friedman on Netanyahu’s Victory
Thomas Friedman on the real winners in Israel's recent election in The New York Times (hint: not the Israelis). No one on the planet will enjoy watching Israel and America caught on the horns of this dilemma more than the clerical regime in Tehran. It is a godsend for them. Iran’s unstated position is that the Israeli occupation of the West Bank and East Jerusalem must … [Read more...] about Friedman on Netanyahu’s Victory
Netflix Pick – Only God Forgives (Movie Review)
NOTE: This review was written in 2013 at the time of the film's release. In light of a recent documentary, 'My Life Directed By Nicolas Winding Refn', about the production of the film, I found it relevant to shine new light on its derided and largely forgotten subject matter. In retrospect, I would have written this review slightly differently – certain revisions made, … [Read more...] about Netflix Pick – Only God Forgives (Movie Review)