Forget possibly being a centimeter into a new political era. There are increasing sings that if some political players have miscalculated there could be another government shutdown. And there are rumblings that another debt limit confrontation could be on the horizon due to the need for GOPers to appear tough to the party's conservative base, the looming 2014 and 2016 … [Read more...] about Is another government shutdown debt limit crisis likely?
How and Why Magazines Will Survive
With fewer readers and less advertising, periodicals of ink on paper seem doomed to disappear. But they won’t. A survivor of an even more acute crisis at the dawn of TV can testify that magazines will adapt and survive. The reasons are embedded in the human desire not only to know what’s happening in the world but understand its deeper meaning. The Internet stuffs … [Read more...] about How and Why Magazines Will Survive
China on the Moon (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 China on the Moon (Cartoon)
North Carolina Republican: Obamacare worse than Hitler, Stalin and terrorism — combined (Guest Voice)
North Carolina Republican: Obamacare worse than Hitler, Stalin and terrorism — combined (via Raw Story ) A Republican state senator from North Carolina thinks that extending health care to all Americans is worse than genocide, communism and terrorism – combined. Sen. Bob Rucho (R-Matthews) made the observation Sunday morning in a Twitter post attacking… … [Read more...] about North Carolina Republican: Obamacare worse than Hitler, Stalin and terrorism — combined (Guest Voice)
Peter O’Toole: Beyond “Arabia”
Obituaries will recall the actor who has died at 81 for his bravura role in the 1962 epic, “Lawrence of Arabia” and rightly so but, in an old movie lover’s heart, he will be treasured for more modest qualities of witty self-deprecation. Those whose tastes predate the Cineplex can savor that in “How to Steal a Million” (1966), a romantic comedy available on Netflix, and as a … [Read more...] about Peter O’Toole: Beyond “Arabia”
The Tea Party Minus The Militants
On this very day 250 years ago this country began a process that gained it independence but lost a most precious commodity that I’d like to re-introduce to the folks of these former British settlements. Tea. I know we all know all about tea, but we don’t. Those colonists in Mohawk war bonnets who tipped all the precious buds into Boston Harbor that Sunday were Yankees, … [Read more...] about The Tea Party Minus The Militants
The Supreme Court Episode 7: Schuette v. Coalition To Defend Affirmative Action
With the holidays coming up this is going to be the last posting of the year, I will resume after the holidays are over but it seems to make sense for us to take a couple weeks off. However before I go on break I have a big case to review, one that covers not only a serious legal issue but one that prompts major political and social debate, the topic of affirmative action … [Read more...] about The Supreme Court Episode 7: Schuette v. Coalition To Defend Affirmative Action
The 12 Days of Congress
I don’t often post anything without at least some commentary. This one certainly does not need any. Enjoy! For an extended version, please click here. … [Read more...] about The 12 Days of Congress
Legendary “Lawrence of Arabia” actor Peter O’Toole dead at 81
He seemingly skyrocketed to the top of the movie scene with his star role in the 1962 Oscar winning film "Lawrence of Arabia," and became a riviting presence on the screen in films such as "My Favorite Year." He was considered one of the most solid -- and classiest -- actors in the business. Yet, he never won an Oscar. But he was clearly appreciated -- and now Peter O'Toole is … [Read more...] about Legendary “Lawrence of Arabia” actor Peter O’Toole dead at 81
Carl Sagan is Still Right After All These Years
Upworthy shares an interview that Carl Sagan did on Charlie Rose where Sagan analyzes the problem with scientific illiteracy in a world that is shaped by science and technology. It was recorded 17 years ago and if anything the situation that worried Sagan back then has just gotten worse. I constantly see people expressing opinions as fact that show they understand absolutely … [Read more...] about Carl Sagan is Still Right After All These Years
Sensible Writing on Social Security
I like reading about economics at Angry Bear. It's a site that has always seemed to me to be very rational in its approach to economic issues. Among my favorites there are the posts of Bruce Webb on Social Security. He has another very good one up now on Trust Fund Ratios, Solvency and the Reagan ‘Raid’. … [Read more...] about Sensible Writing on Social Security
Rise of the left and the backlash: How big a deal?
Rise of the left and the backlash: How big a deal? (via The Christian Science Monitor) Senator Elizabeth Warren (D-MA) during a Senate Banking Committee hearing. Leaders of the centrist Democrat think tank Third Way, warn that liberal Warren would be “disastrous” for Democrats heading into the 2016 presidential race.(Joshua Roberts… … [Read more...] about Rise of the left and the backlash: How big a deal?
Politicians for Pot
The Daily Beast reports on politicians who are making the legalization of marijuana part of their campaigns. I would think that any candidate who is really and truly fiscally responsible should be able to run on that platform because this is the most inane and fiscally irresponsible part of the War on Drugs. The amount of money wasted on prosecuting and incarcerating people who … [Read more...] about Politicians for Pot
For You To Rest In The Hammock of A Soft Human Voice For A Time…
Here is a very short audio reading by dr.e of the story of The Grandmother River. Remember 'the good times' near the water when we were children? Here is one... click on the blue highlighted title and ... off we go... this is an M4a format: willows on grandmother river ©2013, cp estes This is an MP3 format of the same audio: willows on grandmother river ©2013, cp … [Read more...] about For You To Rest In The Hammock of A Soft Human Voice For A Time…
Navy Beats Army 34-7, Longest Winning Streak!
Being Air Force, I have no dog in this fight, but it was a great game nevertheless. Here are the highlights by Jessica Clark, U.S. Naval Academy Public Affairs The U.S. Naval Academy Midshipmen beat West Point's Black Knights, 34-7, at the 114th Army-Navy football game at Lincoln Financial Field in Philadelphia Dec. 14. The Navy football team's win provided its … [Read more...] about Navy Beats Army 34-7, Longest Winning Streak!
Loony Healthcare Conspiracies – The Santorum Edition
Rick Santorum, last track I had, still wants to be President and actually believes he has a shot at it. Of course he also believes that someone is proposing free healthcare to pretty much everyone and that there are sinister political motives behind it. Nevermind that the ACA only subsidizes some people who receive health care and that the majority of Americans will still be … [Read more...] about Loony Healthcare Conspiracies – The Santorum Edition
(UPDATES) Thanksgiving Is Over. Now What?
About ‘Friends’ and Friends
It is a wonderful world. Just last night I was lamenting in a comment about how a few so-called friends -- knowing darn well that I am a Democrat -- forward me e-mails and articles with the most depraved insults and accusations against our President. Well, this morning, as if to contradict my contention and soothe my sensibilities, a true friend -- a Republican -- sent … [Read more...] about About ‘Friends’ and Friends
Never rob a MMA fighter’s store (Video)
Never try and rob a MMA fighter's store. And here's why: … [Read more...] about Never rob a MMA fighter’s store (Video)
Sandy Hook a year later: Our hopeless gun debate
It's a year after innocents were brutally and terrifyingly murdered at Sandy Hook Elementary by Adam Lanza. And our gun debate? It remains hopeless. Read make take in April when talk began about gun control reached its crescendo. … [Read more...] about Sandy Hook a year later: Our hopeless gun debate