And now a new twist in immigration reform: Same-sex couples will be a part of the proposal for addressing immigration reform that President Obama is scheduled to unveil Tuesday in Las Vegas, BuzzFeed has confirmed with multiple sources familiar with the White House plan. A Democratic source said: "Same-sex couples will be part of his proposal." A second source confirmed that, … [Read more...] about Report: Obama Will Include Same-Sex Couples In Immigration Plan
“No Labels” Caucus Aims to Stifle the Crippling Bickering in DC
A new caucus is taking hold in Washington. It is the “Problem Solvers” caucus, an expansion of the “No-Labels” group that came to inception two years ago, and it encompasses a mix of politicians from all across the spectrum with one goal: to end what I refer to as the "crippling bickering" that has, for far too long, enveloped Washington DC. And for that, gridlock is too … [Read more...] about “No Labels” Caucus Aims to Stifle the Crippling Bickering in DC
At Least 65 Bodies Found ‘Executed’ in Syria River
At least 65 bodies found 'executed' in Syria river (via AFP) The bodies of at least 65 young men, all executed with a single gunshot to the head or neck, were found on Tuesday in a river in Aleppo city, adding to the grim list of massacres committed during Syria's 22-month conflict. The gruesome discovery came as international envoy to Syria Lakhdar … [Read more...] about At Least 65 Bodies Found ‘Executed’ in Syria River
Banks and Government Agencies Still Can’t Get It Right
Five years after the financial meltdown and nearly three years after the enactment of Dodd-Frank, the big banks and government agencies still can’t get it right. (Agencies include the Securities and Exchange Commission- SEC, Commodity Futures Trading Commission- CFTC, Consumer Financial Protection Bureau- CFPB) While these agencies try to formulate the rules and regulations … [Read more...] about Banks and Government Agencies Still Can’t Get It Right
American Idol Contestants Claim Racial Discrimination. Does Their Case have Merit?
American Idol contestants claim racial discrimination. Does their case have merit? (via The Christian Science Monitor) Nine former "American Idol" contestants have filed a claim of racial discrimination against the popular reality TV show "American Idol," stating that they were they were publicly disqualified based on their race. But what does a legal expert – and … [Read more...] about American Idol Contestants Claim Racial Discrimination. Does Their Case have Merit?
Silverstein Announces He Won’t Be Running For Congress in 2014
The rumors are true. I, Michael Silverstein, will not be running for Congress in 2014. I will also not be running for Mayor of Philadelphia nor Governor of Pennsylvania. In addition, I'm formally putting the kibosh on talk of raising money for an exploratory committee to test the waters for a run at the presidency in 2016. And I will not accept an appointment to the Supreme … [Read more...] about Silverstein Announces He Won’t Be Running For Congress in 2014
Egypt Military Chief Warns of Collapse of State
Egypt military chief warns of collapse of state (via AFP) Egypt's military chief warned on Tuesday that the political crisis sweeping the country could lead to the collapse of the state, as thousands defied curfews and the death toll from days of rioting rose to 52. "The continuing conflict between political forces and their differences concerning the … [Read more...] about Egypt Military Chief Warns of Collapse of State
How Liberal Can Obama’s Second Term Be?
Barack Obama’s second term begins with a dirty word. The New York Times reports his Inaugural Speech with a banner headline, “Obama Offers Liberal Vision,” and a new generation encounters the adjective for the first time without a pejorative like “elite” attached. GOP wannabes get into the act. Bobby Jindal blurts, “We must not be the party that simply protects the well … [Read more...] about How Liberal Can Obama’s Second Term Be?
Obama to Harness Immigration Reform Momentum
Obama to harness immigration reform momentum (via AFP) President Barack Obama heads to Las Vegas Tuesday to begin to mobilize the US public behind a comprehensive immigration reform drive that could provide a glittering second-term legacy achievement. Treacherous immigration politics dashed similar efforts under president George W. Bush, but the rising… … [Read more...] about Obama to Harness Immigration Reform Momentum
Tuesday AM: Clinton To Host Global Town Hall On Twitter
The State Department announced on Twitter that Secretary of State Hillary Clinton is holding a town hall Tuesday, January 29, at 9:30 am Eastern. It is her 59th town hall. #SecClinton to hold a #GlobalTownHall tomorrow at 9:30 AM ET. Send your questions to #AskState.go.usa.gov/48YY— StateDept (@StateDept) January 28, 2013 You can follow on Twitter (#AskState) or … [Read more...] about Tuesday AM: Clinton To Host Global Town Hall On Twitter
Oh, Puh-leaze Give Me a Break!
Oh, puh-leaze give me a break! Our partisanship is so utterly sickening. … [Read more...] about Oh, Puh-leaze Give Me a Break!
Experts Urge Action on Global Obesity ‘Pandemic’
Experts urge action on global obesity 'pandemic' (via AFP) Obesity has become a global pandemic that could leave more than half of all adults worldwide overweight within two decades, experts said, calling for urgent action beyond just blaming people for lacking willpower. Speaking at the World Economic Forum in Davos, health, nutrition and fitness experts… … [Read more...] about Experts Urge Action on Global Obesity ‘Pandemic’
Why Are You So Angry?
Yep. This is required viewing for people online -- the folks who scream in comments sections, who email bloggers and columnists emails suggesting where they should put their computer (FYI, it won't fit up there). Not to mention the road-ragers on the highways, the cart-ragers at CostCo and so many more. Watch San Diego's Dr. Michael Mantell discuss on San Diego's TV 6 why … [Read more...] about Why Are You So Angry?
Progressives Have Tough Fight Ahead
WASHINGTON - President Obama gave on his Second Inaugural was still fresh. Secretary Clinton's tour de force performance on the Benghazi terrorist attack that had taken one formidable female down already, Ambassador Susan Rice, had left Republican senators vanquished, with right-wing House members reduced to talking points. Democratic leaders in Congress then promptly showed … [Read more...] about Progressives Have Tough Fight Ahead
Protecting the Skies over Super Bowl XLVII
Planning to attend the Super Bowl? Lucky enough to have tickets for the Bowl? If so -- and should you have given it any thought -- you can rest easier and feel safer while enjoying the game, because, in addition to all other Homeland Security measures, you will be well protected from above by Continental U.S. North American Aerospace Defense (NORAD) Command Region jet … [Read more...] about Protecting the Skies over Super Bowl XLVII
Report: Hillary Clinton Super PAC Readies Launch
The Week's Marc Ambinder (one of the most solid reporters in the business) reports that a Hillary Clinton Super PAC is gearing up to go, although it is not formally affiliated with Clinton or her aides: Long-time supporters of Hillary Clinton have opened a super PAC to lay the groundwork for a 2016 presidential campaign, even though Clinton, just finishing a four-year term … [Read more...] about Report: Hillary Clinton Super PAC Readies Launch
International Perceptions of Obama’s Second Term (Italy, Poland, The Netherlands, France, Switzerland, China, Brazil, Mexico)
The global reaction to Obama's second inaugural has been markedly less emotional and more analytical, perhaps reflecting the fact that the president is now a known quantity - as are the limits of his influence over American and global affairs. This is a sampling of what we've found so far from Italy's La Stampa, Poland's Rzeczpospolita, De Volkskrant of The Netherlands, Le … [Read more...] about International Perceptions of Obama’s Second Term (Italy, Poland, The Netherlands, France, Switzerland, China, Brazil, Mexico)
Two (Video) Takes from Republicans Who Say Sarah Palin Leaving Fox News Symbolizes New Era
Is Sarah Palin oh, so, 2008 - 2011? Two Republicans who say it like it is (which some conservative Republicans don't like) suggest she is -- and that's why they believe Fox News' Roger Ailes didn't make her an offer she couldn't refuse to stay at Fox, so she's leaving. Someone recently emailed me to ask why bother posting on Sarah Palin at all? Why? Because for a while it … [Read more...] about Two (Video) Takes from Republicans Who Say Sarah Palin Leaving Fox News Symbolizes New Era
US Military Plans Drone Base Near Mali: Official
US military plans drone base near Mali: official (via AFP) The US military plans to set up a base for drones in northwest Africa to bolster surveillance of Al-Qaeda's affiliate in the region as well as allied Islamist extremists, a US official told AFP on Monday. The base for the robotic, unmanned aircraft would likely be located in Niger, on the eastern … [Read more...] about US Military Plans Drone Base Near Mali: Official
Foreign Labels Found in Latest Bangladesh Factory Fire
Foreign labels found in latest Bangladesh factory fire (via AFP) The unlicensed garment factory in the Bangladesh capital where seven women workers died in a fire on Saturday was making clothing for Spanish giant Inditex and several French brands. An AFP correspondent sifting through the charred remains of the Smart Export factory on Sunday found labels such … [Read more...] about Foreign Labels Found in Latest Bangladesh Factory Fire