There they go again. Republicans are again trying to scare seniors by spreading misinformation about Medicare. They have been making the same false claims for the past few years. From Politico: Republican Rep. Tom Rooney of Florida took aim today at Obamacare’s impact on older Americans, saying that seniors across the country are paying “more money for fewer choices, less … [Read more...] about More Republican Misinformation On Medicare To Scare Seniors
Immigration reform (Cartoon)
See great cartoons by all the top political cartoonists at http://cagle.com. To license this cartoon for your own site, visit http://politicalcartoons.com … [Read more...] about Immigration reform (Cartoon)
Is Hillary’s run a sign of Democratic party weakness?
Is Hillary's run a sign of Democratic party weakness? Pretty much... Yes, she is. Two years out from the Iowa caucuses, she already has a top-tier super PAC, a grassroots organizing machine, dozens of big donors ready to open their wallets, and massive support from Democratic voters. It's unprecedented in modern politics, veteran Washington operatives agree. But … [Read more...] about Is Hillary’s run a sign of Democratic party weakness?
Science unveils master painters’ secrets
Science unveils master painters' secrets (via AFP) What hue of red was really in that Renoir masterpiece? How did Van Gogh envision his yellow flowers? And did Picasso really use housepaint? Advanced science techniques are helping shed new light on the original beauty that has faded with time on some… … [Read more...] about Science unveils master painters’ secrets
(Updated) Euthanasia of Young Children?
Update: As expected, the Belgian Parliament on Thursday amended the country’s 2002 euthanasia law to permit children of any age to “die with dignity” through euthanasia. TIME reports that the Belgian Parliament approved the amendments “with 86 MPs voting in favor, 44 against, and 12 abstentions. The Senate had already passed the bill in December.” However, there are … [Read more...] about (Updated) Euthanasia of Young Children?
Dems’ Post-Obama Future
Dan Balz and Philip Rucker speculate on the Democrats' post-Obama direction in The Washington Post. With three years remaining in the presidency of Barack Obama, the party he has led since mesmerizing members with his 2008 campaign has begun debating a post-Obama future. Though more united than Republicans, Democrats nevertheless face simmering tensions between the … [Read more...] about Dems’ Post-Obama Future
Not Seeing The Other Half
For some time now, Robert Reich writes, the United States has been devolving into a We and Them Society -- as in, Why should we pay for them? He sites several examples: The middle-class and wealthy citizens of East Baton Rouge Parish, Louisiana, for example, are trying to secede from the school district they now share with poorer residents of town, and set up their … [Read more...] about Not Seeing The Other Half
Michael Dunn Found Guilty on 2nd Degree Attempted Murder Charges, Mistrial for Jordan Davis’ Murder
Michael Dunn found guilty of second-degree attempted murder in the Gate gas station shooting. A mistrial was declared on the charge of murder in the shooting death of Jordan Davis. The teens who were in the car are Tommie Stornes (driver), Leland Brunson and Tevin Thompson. He was also found guilty of firing into a moving vehicle. Michael Dunn will face up to 75 years behind … [Read more...] about Michael Dunn Found Guilty on 2nd Degree Attempted Murder Charges, Mistrial for Jordan Davis’ Murder
Republicans Are Also Benefiting From The Success Of Obamacare–And Some Now Love It
As I noted yesterday, with the tremendous success of the Affordable Care Act, even some Republicans who voted against Barack Obama are seeing the benefits of Obamacare and are finding reasons to love it. Republicans have frequently cited horror stories, except that the facts turn out to be different than they claim whenever a reporter goes to the effort to fact check. It is … [Read more...] about Republicans Are Also Benefiting From The Success Of Obamacare–And Some Now Love It
21st century technology makes Holocaust denial easy
Twenty-first technology can work wonders on things such as increasing instantaneous communication and even colorizing old photos and black and white movies, but has also had another impact: it makes holocaust denial much easier. Noga Gur Arieh, in an op-ed on Ynetnews.com, lays the case out perfectly -- but one other factor needs to be added. Here's a chunk of it: Are … [Read more...] about 21st century technology makes Holocaust denial easy
What Treason Looks Like, Part 749,982*
* Approximate number of American soldiers killed in the last Civil War. Welcome to the total spin zone Yes, I have been away. But I haven't missed anything. Here, in a blatant lie published in the Washington Post, another traitor claims crimes never raised, let alone prosecuted. Why? Because facts no longer matter to the Traitorous "Party of Lincoln." Just claim to be … [Read more...] about What Treason Looks Like, Part 749,982*
Big USA Olympic Victory: USA down Russia in hockey shootout thriller
USA down Russia in hockey shootout thriller (via AFP) T.J. Oshie scored the shootout winner as the United States defeated Russia 3-2 in a nail-biting Sochi Olympic hockey clash on Saturday in the latest chapter of the two giants' historic rivalry. Oshie took six of eight shots for the Americans in the… … [Read more...] about Big USA Olympic Victory: USA down Russia in hockey shootout thriller
Our Military: A Time to Help and a Time to Dance
From Georgia to Maine, through the Carolinas and Maryland, people were reeling this week under another crippling snow and ice storm. As usual, the U.S. military was there to help out folks in distress: Lead photo: Air Force Staff Sgt. Matthew Wainwright, foreground, and Air Force Master Sgt. Jorge Chavez secure a child into a Humvee during a mission to evacuate a … [Read more...] about Our Military: A Time to Help and a Time to Dance
Blizzards of Misinformation, NY and DC
Cable news crawls about the worst storm ever are as accurate as their political hyberbole, that is not at all, at least for New York and its environs. The Great Blizzard of 1947, which brought the Northeast to a standstill, dumped 26.4 inches of snow on Manhattan during Christmas week. Plows stacked up piles as high as ten feet, some of which did not melt for months. It was … [Read more...] about Blizzards of Misinformation, NY and DC
Legitimizing Rape (Guest Voice)
Legitimizing Rape By Tina Dupuy The charge of rape is a successful way to smear your enemy. When political agitator Andrew Breitbart was met with Occupy protestors one year at the Conservative Political Action Conference, he started screeching, "Behave yourselves and stop raping people!" Russian President Vladimir Putin used this slander brilliantly when asked if gay … [Read more...] about Legitimizing Rape (Guest Voice)
Wealthy to Get More Votes?
Billionaire venture capitalist Tom Perkins thinks the right to vote should be based on paying taxes as Catherine Thompson reports on Talking Points Memo. "The Tom Perkins system is: You don't get to vote unless you pay a dollar of taxes," he responded, as quoted by CNNMoney. "But what I really think is, it should be like a corporation. You pay a million dollars in taxes, you … [Read more...] about Wealthy to Get More Votes?
Italy’s JFK is poised to take power
Italy's JFK is poised to take power (via GlobalPost) BRUSSELS, Belgium — "A Shakespearean drama, with daggers in the back and all that," was one Rome-based ambassador's verdict on the political machinations that led to Thursday's removal of Italian Prime Minister Enrico Letta. He was kicked out in a… … [Read more...] about Italy’s JFK is poised to take power
Rare Historical Photos In Color (Photo video and colorized comedies videos)
I beg to differ. Over the years I've had many exchanges with people who detest the idea of colorized historical photos, or the colorization of black and white films. I think its one of the more fascinating scientific advances. Yes, I understand the artistic arguments with leaving the images and performances in pristine black and white. But the reality is that colorization … [Read more...] about Rare Historical Photos In Color (Photo video and colorized comedies videos)
Military Chaplains – A Tribute
"Chaplains assigned to those units found themselves spending far more time comforting the wounded and praying for the fallen—and trying to evade capture— than they did in ministering to the living." - Mark W. Johnson, Ph.D. Branch Historian, U.S. Army Chaplain Corps in “Under Fire: Army Chaplains in Korea, 1950” The lead image of a recent column by a fellow contributor is … [Read more...] about Military Chaplains – A Tribute
With Success, Obamacare Problems Are Quickly Turning Into Meaningless Old Memories
With enrollment picking up under the Affordable Care Act, there is increasing attention being paid to the make up of those newly enrolled in insurance plans. Eugene Robinson at The Washington Post looked at this: Oh dear. The Republican Party’s worst nightmare is coming true. Obamacare is working. The news that nearly 1.2 million people signed up last month for insurance … [Read more...] about With Success, Obamacare Problems Are Quickly Turning Into Meaningless Old Memories