Alarm mounts over deadly Algerian hostage operation (via AFP) Foreign governments voiced alarm over the fate of their citizens seized by Islamists at a gas plant in the Algerian desert, where a dramatic rescue operation left several hostages dead. As relatives endured a tense wait for news from the raid on the plant, officials said Algerian special forces … [Read more...] about Alarm Mounts Over Deadly Algerian Hostage Operation
Christie Announces Task Force to Reduce Volence in N.J.; Calls NRA Commercial ‘Reprehensible
Christie announces task force to reduce violence in N.J.; calls NRA commercial 'reprehensible' (via NJ.com) TRENTON — A day after President Obama called for new gun control measures, Gov. Chris Christie today said he would create a task force to study ways to reduce violence in New Jersey and called a National Rifle Association advertisement about the … [Read more...] about Christie Announces Task Force to Reduce Volence in N.J.; Calls NRA Commercial ‘Reprehensible
Secretary Clinton Speaks on the Algerian Attack and, “More Broadly,” on Mali and North Africa
While Defense has been somewhat definitive on the Algerian hostage-taking situation, State has been more muted and cautious. Yesterday, a “senior State Department Official” said: The Algeria question is evolving. Information is still coming in on that. That is an issue that is largely in the hands of our Middle East bureau. We are following it from a southern angle, … [Read more...] about Secretary Clinton Speaks on the Algerian Attack and, “More Broadly,” on Mali and North Africa
Bullying: Is The Armstrong Case Different? by Dr. Kevin Purcell, D.C., Sports Doctor
Oprah will be well armed with plenty of direct questions when her interview with Lance Armstrong airs. There are no shortages of people to aid her choice of topics. As well, there is a 1000 page report from the USADA (US Anti- Doping Agency) that lays out their case against him relative to doping. Doping in sport is probably the result of a numerous temptations and … [Read more...] about Bullying: Is The Armstrong Case Different? by Dr. Kevin Purcell, D.C., Sports Doctor
Is ‘Mr. Marlboro’ Behind the ‘Act of Terror’ in Algeria?
UPDATE: CNN has more on “the man claiming responsibility for the operation [who] is a veteran jihadist who is also renowned for hostage-taking and smuggling anything from cigarettes to refugees." Read it here Original Post: Still reeling from partisan Republican accusations that the Obama administration waited too long to call the Benghazi tragedy a terrorist … [Read more...] about Is ‘Mr. Marlboro’ Behind the ‘Act of Terror’ in Algeria?
(Breaking Updates) Panetta Calls Algeria Hostage Taking “a Terrorist Attack”
Secretary of Defense Leon E. Panetta meets with British Prime Minister, David Cameron, at 10 Downing Street in London, England, Jan. 18, 2013. Panetta is on a six day trip to Europe to visit with foreign counterparts and troops in the area. (DoD photo by Erin A. Kirk-Cuomo) Excerpts from a CNN update at 6:50 PM EST, Jan. 17: British Prime Minister David Cameron … [Read more...] about (Breaking Updates) Panetta Calls Algeria Hostage Taking “a Terrorist Attack”
Demand Progress Asks Followers to“Demand justice for Aaron Swartz (Guest Voice)
Just received in email: Demand Progress Asks Followers to“Demand justice for Aaron Swartz” Grassroots Organization, Founded by the Late Internet Activist, Asks Congress to End Prosecutorial Abuses, Amend Computer Fraud Law Washington, D.C. In a letter to their army of supporters Demand Progress and Harvard Law Professor Lawrence Lessig expressed anger and … [Read more...] about Demand Progress Asks Followers to“Demand justice for Aaron Swartz (Guest Voice)
Gun Control Debate: American Gun Lobby is Full of Contradictions (Guest Voice)
Gun Control Debate: American Gun Lobby is Full of Contradictions by Michael Youhana NRA president David Keene and Gun Owners of America executive director Larry Pratt did their rounds on last Sunday's talk shows as part of an ongoing, high-intensity effort by the broader American "gun lobby" to stifle recent moves towards passing gun control legislation in Washington. It … [Read more...] about Gun Control Debate: American Gun Lobby is Full of Contradictions (Guest Voice)
What the Oscars missed: That Other Foreign Film (Guest Voice)
What the Oscars missed: That other foreign film (via GlobalPost) GlobalPost correspondents chime in with their overlooked picks for this year's Best Foreign Film. News Desk Editor's note: This year's Oscars foreign film nominees include: Austria's "Amour," Norway's "Kon-Tiki," Chile's "No," Denmark's "A Royal Affair," and Canada's "War Witch."Â What about … [Read more...] about What the Oscars missed: That Other Foreign Film (Guest Voice)
NRA Child Safety (Cartoon)
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DOJ calls prosecution of Aaron Swartz “fair” and “reasonable”
No it wasn't. The Massachusetts office of the DOJ issued a public statement Wednesday night in response to criticism of its prosecution of Aaron Swartz. “I know that there is little I can say to abate the anger felt by those who believe that this office’s prosecution of Mr. Swartz was unwarranted and somehow led to the tragic result of him taking his own life,” … [Read more...] about DOJ calls prosecution of Aaron Swartz “fair” and “reasonable”
National Buffoons (Cartoon)
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Algeria Hostages Raise Stakes of UN-Backed French Strikes in Mali
The French military strikes against Islamic rebels in Mali brought a first riposte earlier today when other Islamist fighters took about 40 foreigners hostage in Algeria, at a remote natural gas complex near the Libyan border. Algerian soldiers are currently trying to dislodge the al Qaeda-linked terrorists but face a hard slog since they are heavily armed and … [Read more...] about Algeria Hostages Raise Stakes of UN-Backed French Strikes in Mali
Full Video: Obama Announces Sweeping Gun Control Proposals
Here's the full video of President Barack Obama announcing his gun control proposals -- so you can see if he was as wise as some said or a seeming threat to the American way of life as some conservatives and the NRA suggest. WE EMBED, YOU DECIDE: … [Read more...] about Full Video: Obama Announces Sweeping Gun Control Proposals
Dennis Kucinich’s Next Media Gig Will Be on Fox News for $$$
Some of former Rep. Dennis Kucinich's strongest supporters would call any other former Democratic Congressman who decided to be a Fox News contributor a sellout -- some on the Democratic left have urged Democratic leaders not to appear on Fox at all. But how much do you want to bet Kucinich will be given a pass on this one: his next gig is as a paid contributor on Fox … [Read more...] about Dennis Kucinich’s Next Media Gig Will Be on Fox News for $$$
Obama Takes on Extremism on Guns
WASHINGTON -- President Obama went big in offering a remarkably comprehensive plan to curb gun violence, and good for him. But his announcement Wednesday is only the beginning of a protracted struggle for national sanity on firearms. Extremists have controlled the debate on guns for many years. They will do all they can to preserve a bloody status quo. The irrationality of … [Read more...] about Obama Takes on Extremism on Guns
Need a car with a good Wop Engine?
Apparently, Chrysler will provide you with one. I had to read that headline a few times to believe it. But then I just laughed and thought, "I bet day go fast." … [Read more...] about Need a car with a good Wop Engine?
Surprising Consensus on Gun Control
Even though we all knew there has been movement towards more stringent gun control since Sandy Hook (and Webster, and Aurora), the latest figures are really surprising. They come from Pew Research. Going down the list -- there's widespread approval for background checks for private and gunshow sales. Republicans make up a large part of that widespread approval. The … [Read more...] about Surprising Consensus on Gun Control
Obama Unveils Sweeping Gun Violence Proposals
Obama unveils sweeping gun violence proposals (via AFP) President Barack Obama Wednesday demanded an assault weapons ban and universal background checks for gun buyers, stoking a generational clash with the firearms lobby after the Newtown school massacre. "We can't put this off any longer. I will put everything I've got into this," Obama said, laying out… … [Read more...] about Obama Unveils Sweeping Gun Violence Proposals
White House Slams NRA Ad Targeting Obama Daughters
White House slams NRA ad targeting Obama daughters (via AFP) The White House on Wednesday slammed a gun lobby advertisement accusing President Barack Obama of hypocrisy over Secret Service protection offered to his daughters as "repugnant and cowardly." "Most Americans agree that a president's children should not be used as pawns in a political fight," … [Read more...] about White House Slams NRA Ad Targeting Obama Daughters