The U.S. Department of Justice has asked the Ferguson, Missouri police department to order its officers not to wear bracelets saying “I am Darren Wilson,” a reference to the white officer who killed black teenager Michael Brown. The shooting has led to weeks of protests, mainly in the St. Louis suburb. Protesters had uploaded photos of… … [Read more...] about DoJ Tells Ferguson Police To Stop Wearing Darren Wilson Bracelets
Cartoon: ISIS Pig
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Another nail in Republican coffin?
When was it we were all so sure there'd be a Republican wave in November. ...? There may not be. That greenish-brownish sludge in the corporate retaining pool over there on the right is barely moving, much less turning into a wave.[icopyright one button toolbar] Things could change. But they're looking less and less favorable for the Republican party. Greg Sargent has … [Read more...] about Another nail in Republican coffin?
Russia insists that citizen data be retained on in-country servers
Bits are not atoms, no matter how hard governments insist that they be treated as such. The latest "thou shalt treat them the same" edict came from the Russian bear. According to Roskomnadzor, the Russian government's mass media and telecom overseer, Google, Facebook and Twitter must register as "organizers of information distribution" and "keep information about their … [Read more...] about Russia insists that citizen data be retained on in-country servers
Bookends of a presidency
WASHINGTON -- President Obama began his presidency with a call for a "new beginning between the United States and Muslims around the world." He will end it as a reluctant but unapologetic warrior, using U.S. military force to smash Islamic extremists and the "network of death" they have planted at the heart of the Middle East. The speech Obama gave in Cairo in 2009 and … [Read more...] about Bookends of a presidency
Watch Jon Stewart Tell Fox News What They Can Do
[icopyright one button toolbar] Faux Fox has been eviscerating the President for saluting with a cup of coffee in his hand, in addition to attacking him mercilessly while our country is, in effect -- like it or not -- at war. One of the network’s talking heads also claimed that the President was disrespectful to those who are putting their lives on the line, because he … [Read more...] about Watch Jon Stewart Tell Fox News What They Can Do
NFL Gave Offenders a Pass
The news stories on Google News are surging as forcefully as a tsunami. The subject: the NFL and domestic abuse. "Domestic violence much bigger than NFL...Domestic violence in the NFL...The Media's NFL Domestic Abuse Hysteria...NFL looks to training to prevent domestic abuse in players...NFL sponsors don't want their ads running during Ravens or Vikings games." But that's only … [Read more...] about NFL Gave Offenders a Pass
As attorney general, Holder made friends, enemies and history
WASHINGTON — Attorney General Eric Holder leaves a mixed legacy of highs and lows as the nation's top law enforcement official. A ground-breaker across several decades, the 63-year-old Columbia Law School graduate was the first African-American to lead the Justice Department. His tenure covered major issues of the day, including civil rights, crime, same-sex marriage and… … [Read more...] about As attorney general, Holder made friends, enemies and history
Republicans Remained Obsessed With The Sexual Activities Of Others
Periodically there is talk from some Republicans about letting up on the culture wars, especially as social issues are alienating Republicans from large segments of the electorate. Unfortunately there are always social conservatives who will react negatively to this: Conservative activists are launching “an unprecedented campaign” against three Republican candidates — two of … [Read more...] about Republicans Remained Obsessed With The Sexual Activities Of Others
Women Fighting the Islamic State
The history of women serving in armed conflicts probably goes back hundreds of years -- if not longer. In the United States, during the American Revolution, women served on the battlefield as nurses, water bearers, laundresses and saboteurs. Ever since then, their roles in the military have continued to expand in numbers, skills and responsibilities. But, it would … [Read more...] about Women Fighting the Islamic State
U.S. government settles with Navajo Nation
The federal government has agreed to pay the Navajo Nation more than $500 million to settle claims that the government mismanaged Navajo land -- 14 million acres, more than half of its total holdings -- for six decades. That's less than $10 million per year, including accrued interest. There are more than 300,000 members of the nation, and about two-thirds live on tribal … [Read more...] about U.S. government settles with Navajo Nation
The Ebola Crisis: International Efforts Intensify
[icopyright one button toolbar] In his excellent column on the rapidly escalating Ebola epidemic, Brij Khindaria, expresses some skepticism over the slow manner in which the international community, including the World Health Organization (WHO) and the United States have reacted and over the lack of credible solutions. But Khindaria also lays some of the blame on “the … [Read more...] about The Ebola Crisis: International Efforts Intensify
After Initial Successes, Coalition Air Strikes Against ISIL Continue
[icopyright one button toolbar] After yesterday’s strikes on oil refineries in eastern Syria controlled by ISIL terrorists, initial assessments are that the strikes were successful in rendering all 12 of the targeted modular refineries inoperable, according to Pentagon Spokesman Navy Rear Adm. John Kirby. Six U.S. jets, joined by 10 fighter aircraft from Saudi Arabia and … [Read more...] about After Initial Successes, Coalition Air Strikes Against ISIL Continue
Two Successes For Obamacare In Reducing Health Care Costs
Two stories show further areas where the Affordable Care Act was successful, with both helping to reduce health care costs. While conservatives claim that Obamacare is a government takeover of health care, it actually expands market choices. In the past it was very common for one insurance company to dominate an area, contributing to high prices. Selling health policies through … [Read more...] about Two Successes For Obamacare In Reducing Health Care Costs
WHO, Obama and the Ebola riddle
The so far limited Ebola crisis has the makings of a global epidemic to which the international community, including the World Health Organization and United States, do not have credible solutions. The virus is not contagious but is extraordinarily lethal with a 50% kill rate and is becoming endemic in a few countries. [icopyright one button toolbar] The US Centers for … [Read more...] about WHO, Obama and the Ebola riddle
Cartoon: Deadly Outbreaks
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Ann Romney on Mitt in 2016: ‘Well, we will see’
Ann Romney didn't do much to further the notion that her husband, Mitt, might try for another run at the White House in 2016 - but she didn't do much to stop it from spreading, either. In an interview Tuesday with Neil Cavuto on Fox News, Mrs. Romney answered a question about Mr. Romney's chances of… … [Read more...] about Ann Romney on Mitt in 2016: ‘Well, we will see’
We Are All Roger Goodell
We Are All Roger Goodell By Jason Stanford What if we held politicians to the same standards as football players? When football players break the law, Americans demand they be benched, cut, or suspended before they get due process. But when politicians are indicted they get to stick around, spending our money until a jury of their peers—there's a terrifying thought—passes … [Read more...] about We Are All Roger Goodell
New Airstrikes Target ISIL Oil Refineries
[icopyright one button toolbar] The U.S. Central Command (Centcom) reports that U.S. and allied Arab countries aircraft attacked ISIL in Syria today, using a mix of fighter and remotely piloted aircraft to conduct 13 airstrikes against 12 ISIL-controlled modular oil refineries in remote areas of eastern Syria near Mayadin, Hasakah, and Abu Kamal. The attacks are part of … [Read more...] about New Airstrikes Target ISIL Oil Refineries
French Tourist ‘Beheaded’ by ISIS-Linked Group in Algeria
Jihadists affiliated with Islamic State have released a video showing the beheading of French hostage Herve Gourdel, after giving a 24-hour deadline to Paris to cancel planned air strikes against ISIS, according to French media sources. Mr Gourdel, 55, an experienced mountain guide from Nice, France, was abducted on Sunday while hiking in Algeria, by members… … [Read more...] about French Tourist ‘Beheaded’ by ISIS-Linked Group in Algeria