Because of their war-incurred illnesses, injuries -- both physical and mental -- and many other consequences of our wars and conflicts, for many veterans there is not much to celebrate on their Day. But that should not keep us from remembering and celebrating their service, achievements, heroism and, certainly, their sacrifices. Co-blogger Ron Beasley remembers his … [Read more...] about Veterans Day: We Remember
The center strikes back
A mere month ago, it seemed as if America's political center was on life support, and maybe even dead. Not anymore. Today, the center is striking back. How did it happen? First, we saw a parade of polls showing the Republican Party and the Tea Party suffering devastating hits due to last month's 16-day Republican-engineered government shutdown, which Standard and Poor's … [Read more...] about The center strikes back
Thanks (Veterans Day Cartoon)
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Quote of the Day: Sarah Palin on moderation
If you wondered why many who write here on The Moderate Voice and read TMV don't like Sarah Palin, you have the answer in this quote by Palin on the Today Show today: “If you look at the result of the election, isn’t the message to the tea party that the middle ground, not the far right, is the most fertile ground for upcoming elections?” the Today host asked. “When you … [Read more...] about Quote of the Day: Sarah Palin on moderation
Do you earn more money than a Somali pirate?
Do you earn more money than a Somali pirate? (via GlobalPost) Enlarge NAIROBI, Kenya — Piracy off the coast of Somalia has been at a low ebb this year but the boat-borne bandits have had a good run, raking in over $400 million in ransom payments since 2005. That's according to a new report authored by the World… … [Read more...] about Do you earn more money than a Somali pirate?
The Supreme Court Episode 2: Town Of Greece v. Galloway (1st Amendment)
This is the 2nd post in my series on the US Supreme Court, please feel free to go back and review last weeks posting and of course I welcome feedback on how to improve the series and make it more helpful to the reader. Today we will be taking a look at the Establishment Clause of the 1st Amendment and the issue of public prayer. As noted above the case name (should you wish … [Read more...] about The Supreme Court Episode 2: Town Of Greece v. Galloway (1st Amendment)
Media Ghouls to Mark JFK’s Death Over His Life
Months after her husband was assassinated, Jacqueline Kennedy said to me, “It’s so sad he’s being remembered more for how he died than what he lived for.” A half-century later, her rueful remark is more apt than ever. Last October on its fiftieth anniversary, JFK’s greatest accomplishment, averting nuclear war during the Cuban Missile Crisis, passed with barely a public … [Read more...] about Media Ghouls to Mark JFK’s Death Over His Life
Veterans Day
It is another Veterans Day and as usual I would like to remember my late father. He served in the India/Burma campaign during WWII. He was there for over 3 years and was awarded a Bronze Star. ( he is the second one from the left) He didn't talk much about the war. He was not wounded but came back with multiple fungal diseases that took years to clear up. He received the … [Read more...] about Veterans Day
What’s the matter with motherhood?
WASHINGTON -- If you're a conservative strongly opposed to abortion, shouldn't you want to give all the help you can to women who want to bring their children into the world? In particular, wouldn't you hope they'd get the proper medical attention during and after their pregnancy? This would seem a safe assumption, which is why it ought to be astonishing that … [Read more...] about What’s the matter with motherhood?
Mariska Hargitay: A Hollywood star for an actress – and activist
Mariska Hargitay: A Hollywood star for an actress – and activist (+video) (via The Christian Science Monitor) Mariska Hargitay is known by millions for her role as Detective Olivia Benson on "Law & Order: Special Victims Unit." For her 14 years on the NBC series (where she's won an Emmy and Golden Globe award), Hargitay was presented the 2,511th star on the… … [Read more...] about Mariska Hargitay: A Hollywood star for an actress – and activist
Republican civil war: Bring the whole party down
The Republican establishment went into last week’s off-year elections believing that the tea party insurrectionists who have ripped apart the GOP in recent years would suffer enough damage to force them into some kind of retreat. But no one thinks that happened. The expectation now is that the long-running internal battle for the soul of the party will continue deep into … [Read more...] about Republican civil war: Bring the whole party down
Bob Ford (Cartoon)
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Christie’s Jersey Win Belies Chinks In His National Armor
In New Jersey, Election Day has come and gone and for Governor Chris Christie, there was no "Dewey Defeats Truman" moment. The Governor was declared the winner at 8:01 PM, the moment after the polls closed, giving a formal rite of passage to what has been anything but under the radar before: speculation about his national future. But on a night of triumph, there were … [Read more...] about Christie’s Jersey Win Belies Chinks In His National Armor
Happy Sesame Street Day !
On November 10, 1969 a little show debuted and more than 40 years later the magic continues. Whether you watched this show on your own, watched it with your children or had the double pleasure of doing both it has certainly brought all of us plenty of sunny days. May it never go out of … [Read more...] about Happy Sesame Street Day !
Four Don’ts for Christie in 2016
Conservative columnist Ross Douthat issues four cautions to New Jersey Governor Chris Christie for a potential 2016 Presidential run in The New York Times. Don’t be Jon Huntsman. For the next two years, you’re going to be hailed up and down the Acela Corridor as the Great Moderate Hope, the anti-Tea Party candidate, the Man Who Is Not Ted Cruz. But you can’t actively embrace … [Read more...] about Four Don’ts for Christie in 2016
Resident: Tacloban conditions ‘worse than hell’
Resident: Tacloban conditions 'worse than hell' (via CNN Video) CNN's Paula Hancocks updates relief efforts in Tacloban City, Philippines, devastated by Typhoon Haiyan . … [Read more...] about Resident: Tacloban conditions ‘worse than hell’
Veterans Day: Make It a Day All Veterans Can Celebrate (Updated)
UPDATE: There are a couple of bright spots for veterans on this Veterans Day weekend. One is mentioned in the post below where the VA is beginning to reduce that infamous backlog of pending claims. The Los Angeles Times reports: As of Monday, more than 751,000 claims were pending nationwide, 457,000 of them for more than 125 days, the VA's standard for timeliness. … [Read more...] about Veterans Day: Make It a Day All Veterans Can Celebrate (Updated)
More than 10,000 feared dead after Philippines typhoon
More than 10,000 feared dead after Philippines typhoon (via AFP) The death toll from a super typhoon that decimated entire towns in the Philippines could soar well over 10,000, authorities warned Sunday, making it the country's worst recorded natural disaster. The horrifying estimates came as rescue workers appeared… … [Read more...] about More than 10,000 feared dead after Philippines typhoon
Anti-Gay Activist Dave Wilson Wins Houston Election by Tricking Voters Into Thinking He’s Black
Dave Wilson wanted to win his election by any means necessary, even if it meant misleading voters into thinking he's black. And he's proud of his actions. His opponent for the Houston Community College System board seat, incumbent Bruce Austin, found his so-called 'advertising strategy' "disgusting." I blame the voters who voted for him without even taking the time to read up … [Read more...] about Anti-Gay Activist Dave Wilson Wins Houston Election by Tricking Voters Into Thinking He’s Black
Breaking: Wendy Davis Files to Become the 48th Governor of Texas
Texas State Senator Wendy Davis today officially filed her candidacy to be the 48th governor of Texas. In an announcement to her followers she writes: Today I filed my candidacy for Governor of Texas. It’s full steam ahead from now until next November. I am running because we need to create quality jobs in Texas, improve education, and give our veterans the … [Read more...] about Breaking: Wendy Davis Files to Become the 48th Governor of Texas