The US Supreme Court issued two final rulings today. In Harris v. Quinn the Court voted 5-4 that certain workers can opt out of being members of public unions and cannot be forced to pay dues. The case involved home health care workers who were paid by the state and do not want to join the union. The case was decided on a relatively narrow basis and applied to these … [Read more...] about Supreme Court Rules Against Forced Union Membership
The Best Opening Movie Scenes (part 4)
3 The Sound of Music (1965) Things are usually iconic for a reason, and in the case of The Sound of Music it is because it is simply a sublime film. I don’t think I have ever met a human being who has never seen this film, and it is almost impossible not to sing along with Maria after she has stopped twirling. My thing with this opening is that it is just so … [Read more...] about The Best Opening Movie Scenes (part 4)
Sarah Palin’s Lost Email
When not inventing conspiracy stories regarding Benghazi, conservatives are preoccupied with conspiracy theories about the IRS, primarily spread by looking at investigations of conservative groups while ignoring similar investigation of progressive groups. The lost email has further excited them, despite a policy of only backing up email on IRS servers for about six months, … [Read more...] about Sarah Palin’s Lost Email
Cartoon: Dylan lyrics sold
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The vital incoherent center
WASHINGTON -- Here's one political paradox: A substantial majority of Americans do not fit neatly into the conventional "liberal" and "conservative" boxes, yet there is no coherent political center. Those who dream of a middle-of-the-road third party are destined to be disappointed. Here's another: Groups broadly sympathetic to the Democratic Party significantly … [Read more...] about The vital incoherent center
Eve of ‘The War That Didn’t End All Wars’
Yesterday, June 28, marked the 100th anniversary of the assassination of Archduke Franz Ferdinand, the heir to the Austro-Hungarian throne, an event that would spark World War I. The Defense Department has put together an excellent collection of time lines, maps, photos and videos of World War I, including some amazing, historic footage that captures rare moments of the … [Read more...] about Eve of ‘The War That Didn’t End All Wars’
World Cup 2014: If It’s Tuesday, It Must Be Belgium
The last time the United States played Belgium was in a friendly match in 2013 when Belgium beat the U.S. 4-2. Since then, Team USA has come a long way and will be facing “dangerous" Belgium again Tuesday, but this time in a World Cup Round of 16 game, reaching the knockout stage in consecutive World Cups for the first time in the team’s history. Statisticians, experts … [Read more...] about World Cup 2014: If It’s Tuesday, It Must Be Belgium
ISIS in Iraq Crucifies Eight Rebels, Displays Their Bodies
ISIL in Iraq Crucifies Eight Rebels, Displays Their Bodies … [Read more...] about ISIS in Iraq Crucifies Eight Rebels, Displays Their Bodies
Close down the clinics? No problem. Access to abortion is flourishing here in Texas.
Close down the clinics? No problem. Access to abortion is flourishing here in Texas. Erica Hellerstein calls it "do-it-yourself" abortion, but don't flip out. We're not talking coat hangers. We're talking "miso." We're talking open air markets around Texas and particularly here, in the south. Customers browse simple items—miracle-diet teas, Barbie dolls or … [Read more...] about Close down the clinics? No problem. Access to abortion is flourishing here in Texas.
Cartoon: Summer Sequels
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Upcoming Supreme Court Birth Control Bombshell? Poll shows Americans oppose contraception ban
The Huffington Post's screaming headline reads "SUPREMES SAVING WORST DECISION FOR LAST?" Subheadlines: "FEAR: Businesses Could Dodge Laws Due To 'Religious Liberty'... Public Unions Could Be Gutted..." With a Supreme Court that has now for several years wiped away many of the "givens" of the late twentieth and early twenty-first century, for those who considered birth control … [Read more...] about Upcoming Supreme Court Birth Control Bombshell? Poll shows Americans oppose contraception ban
McConnell Promises Conservatives That Republicans Will Work To Restrict Abortions If They Take Control Of Senate
With control of the Senate up for grabs, The Hill reports on one key reason why it is important for Democrats to get out to vote. Mitch McConnell vows to escalate Republican efforts to restrict reproductive rights and promote further government intrusion in the private lives, and bodies, of women: Senate Minority Leader Mitch McConnell (R-Ky.) promised Saturday to focus more … [Read more...] about McConnell Promises Conservatives That Republicans Will Work To Restrict Abortions If They Take Control Of Senate
REAL courage, and that summer of it
Christine M. Flowers: Real courage, and that summer of it … [Read more...] about REAL courage, and that summer of it
(Update) Conservative Rage at Soccer and World Cup Nothing New
(Please scroll to bottom for added reference) Many Americans were incredulous to hear Fox News’ resident expert on psychiatry -- and on conspiracy theory -- Dr. Keith Ablow claim that President Obama is using the World Cup to distract Americans at “a time when there are so many national and international issues of such prominence.” But it took Stephen Colbert to examine … [Read more...] about (Update) Conservative Rage at Soccer and World Cup Nothing New
SciFi Weekend: Continuum; Arrow; The Flash; Doctor Who; Community; Masters of Sex
Last Minute, the third season finale of Continuum, was an even bigger game-changer than the previous finales. I thought the season dragged for a while after they set up the situation of two Alec's, but the addition of Brad and the changes in the time line added considerably to the second half of the season. The final three episodes certainly made up for any slow moments earlier … [Read more...] about SciFi Weekend: Continuum; Arrow; The Flash; Doctor Who; Community; Masters of Sex
Yes, the IRS probably did lose those emails
The story of the lost emails of Lois Lerner and other IRS employees will undoubtedly be in the news for a long time to come, in fact until President Obama has left office if the GOP has its way. After all, everyone must know that the only way that such a massive store of electronic data could be lost in this modern age of cheap data storage and advanced technology is on … [Read more...] about Yes, the IRS probably did lose those emails
The Responsible Thing To Do
My father died 12 years ago and my mother 18 months ago and they had pre-payed and pre-arranged their final arrangements. Since my father was a WWII veteran both he and my mother were eligible to be interned at the local Veteran's Cemetery. This gave my sister and I one less thing to worry about when they passed away. I recently turned 68 and began to think about my own … [Read more...] about The Responsible Thing To Do
Exclusive Interview With Veteran Radio Producer Ernie Martinez (Guest Voice)
[retweet] Editor's Note: We've had some requests for more posts on sports and on the radio industry. Here's a must-read that combines both. From the up-and-coming San Diego Chargers and football fan blog Bolt Blitz, an interview with veteran radio show producer Ernie Martinez: Exclusive Interview With Veteran Radio Producer Ernie Martinez by Thomas Powell I can’t … [Read more...] about Exclusive Interview With Veteran Radio Producer Ernie Martinez (Guest Voice)
GOP FAIL: ‘Imperial President’ Obama Remains Defiant on Executive Orders
President Obama is calling the bluff of the Republican Party, most notably Mr. Do Nothing, House Speaker John Boehner's threatened lawsuit. Well, guess who can't stand it? The Republicans. They are still pushing the "imperial presidency" line because Obama said if the Congress won't work with him, he'll go it alone. Um, I wonder how long will it take for them to realize they … [Read more...] about GOP FAIL: ‘Imperial President’ Obama Remains Defiant on Executive Orders
Cartoon: Poor Hillary
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