Thanksgiving Blessings, 2012 Raging Moderate, by Will Durst Seriously? Both political parties talking pre-emptive smack barely a week after the election. Partisan politics? Again? So soon? Not even time to catch our breath? For crum's sakes, give it a rest, you guys. Besides, shouldn't you be out on recess? After all, it's Thanksgiving. Yes. Already. The earliest … [Read more...] about Thanksgiving Blessings 2012 (Guest Voice)
The Greatest Generation, Redux
WASHINGTON -- For nearly a decade I have had the privilege of teaching veterans of the Iraq and Afghanistan wars, though they have taught me more. Most of them were Army captains and majors who had done three or four tours of duty. And here's the most remarkable thing: Not one of these men and women complained about what we asked of them. They have, however, … [Read more...] about The Greatest Generation, Redux
HAPPY THANKSGIVING
Happy Thanksgiving to you and yours. Thanksgiving cartoon via shutterstock.com … [Read more...] about HAPPY THANKSGIVING
‘Taking Note’ of John McCain’s Benghazi Machinations (Updated)
UPDATE: On CNN Wednesday morning, host Soledad O’Brien challenged Rep. Michael Burgess’ (R-TX) opposition to Susan Rice... ...noting that Republicans had supported Condoleezza Rice’s nomination as Secretary of State in 2005, despite the Bush administration’s role in the massive intelligence failures that led to the Iraq war. Burgess struggled to explain the … [Read more...] about ‘Taking Note’ of John McCain’s Benghazi Machinations (Updated)
Jesse Jackson Jr Resigns From Congress
This has been a long time coming......... It appears to have been a plea bargain with prosecutors, thus ending (or at least sidelining) a once promising career. … [Read more...] about Jesse Jackson Jr Resigns From Congress
Thanksgiving Update
I hope you all have a wonderful Thanksgiving. For me it will be like any other day - feeding my mother, who is in home hospice' applesauce with pills and Ensure. I am thankful for this experience, the thought of mom dying in a nursing home is not a pleasant one. I will have a caregiver here for five hours tomorrow to give me a little break and the next door neighbors are … [Read more...] about Thanksgiving Update
Obama voter database
It looks like the Democratic Party is going to be making more extensive use of the same technology it used to help win this year's election. On the whole I'm inclined to see this as a net positive; for the first time, the "youth vote" was a real factor. Things that get people more involved in our political system are by and large a good thing in my view. Although to be … [Read more...] about Obama voter database
Truce Agreed to End Week of Gaza Bloodshed
Truce agreed to end week of Gaza bloodshed (via AFP) Israel and Hamas agreed on a truce that took effect Wednesday evening at 1900 GMT in a bid to end a week of bloodshed in and around Gaza that has killed more than 150 people, Egypt and the United States said. Egyptian Foreign Minister Mohammed Kamel Amr announced the agreement at a joint news conference… … [Read more...] about Truce Agreed to End Week of Gaza Bloodshed
Review: I Was Wrong: Rise of the Guardians is Great!
I was wrong: Rise of the Guardians is Great! So I'm going to make this quick because my mind is already drifting towards more important things, like pumpkin pie and football doubleheaders. However, before I head into Thanksgiving holiday bliss, I'd like to make you aware of Rise of the Guardians, an excellent holiday film opening in theaters today (November 21st). Last … [Read more...] about Review: I Was Wrong: Rise of the Guardians is Great!
Rupert Murdoch, the “Jewish Press” and a Revelation
News Corp.'s Rupert Murdoch has given proof that big turkeys aren't only found on Thanksgiving tables. But he raised an issue that compels me to make a major revelation. Murdoch swiped at those supposed media "Jews" not providing the kind of coverage he would have his holdings give on events in Israel. He Tweeted: "Why is the Jewish press so consistently anti-Israel in every … [Read more...] about Rupert Murdoch, the “Jewish Press” and a Revelation
McCain Officially Admits He Was Wrong on Benghazi Without Admitting It
NOTE: TMVer Dorian de Wind wrote an extensive post HERE about McCain being increasingly isolated, which is updated with this recent news. MUST READING. If you hear a slight sound, its the sound of an Etch-a-Sketch. I mean, if you lose your best political bud Joe Lieberman, who do you have left? Here's a statement just issued by Arizona Senator John McCain -- a political … [Read more...] about McCain Officially Admits He Was Wrong on Benghazi Without Admitting It
Electing a President: Five Insights from Obama Campaign Manager Jim Messina (Guest Voice)
Electing a president: Five insights from Obama campaign manager Jim Messina (via The Christian Science Monitor) Depending on one’s politics, Jim Messina is either a conquering hero or a figure of intense envy. Either way, the manager of President Obama’s successful reelection campaign was the man of the hour in Washington Tuesday, when he sat down for a chat with … [Read more...] about Electing a President: Five Insights from Obama Campaign Manager Jim Messina (Guest Voice)
World Powers Denounce Terrorist Israel bus bombing
World powers denounce 'terrorist' Israel bus bombing (via AFP) World powers on Wednesday condemned a bus bombing in Tel Aviv that injured 17 people as a terrorist attack and said it hampered moves to effect a truce in Gaza. The United States, Israel's close ally, led the condemnation with the White House denouncing the "outrageous" attack and reaffirming … [Read more...] about World Powers Denounce Terrorist Israel bus bombing
Sure Cure for a Holiday Affliction
"Hiccups," says the Mayo Clinic, "may result from a large meal, alcoholic beverages or sudden excitement," which makes tomorrow the perfect-storm day for being afflicted. Fortunately, there is a sure-fire cure, passed on by (brace yourself for major name-drop) John F. Kennedy's White House doctor, Janet Travell, an expert on muscle spasms who put him in a rocking chair and … [Read more...] about Sure Cure for a Holiday Affliction
Gaza Thanksgiving (Cartoon)
LEGAL NOTICE ON CARTOON: This copyrighted cartoon is licensed to run on TMV. Reproduction elsewhere without licensing is strictly prohibited. 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 Gaza Thanksgiving (Cartoon)
Blast on Tel Aviv Bus as Gaza Truce Remains Elusive
Blast on Tel Aviv bus as Gaza truce remains elusive (via AFP) A blast ripped through a bus in Tel Aviv on Wednesday injuring 17 people in what Israel said was a terrorist attack, further vexing international efforts to end relentless violence in and around Gaza. The attack came as US Secretary of State Hillary Clinton and UN chief Ban Ki-moon shuttled … [Read more...] about Blast on Tel Aviv Bus as Gaza Truce Remains Elusive
Bobby Jindal and Creationism (Guest Voice)
[Editor's Note: We've done several posts here on Louisiana Bobby Jindal's post-election comments which are quite moderate in tone. But he is also at the center of an ongoing battle in his home state that is worth remembering and puts his stand on issues into a wider context. Here's a concise Guest Voice post that'll help.] Bobby Jindal and Creationism by Zack … [Read more...] about Bobby Jindal and Creationism (Guest Voice)
Mitt Romney to End Up with 47% of Popular Vote, Poetic Justice?
We called it last week when the popular vote percentages for the presidential election showed Mitt Romney hovering around 47%. Well, the final tally will show just that 47.56% rounded off to 47%. Poetic justice, right? The non-partisan Cook Political Report predicts with certainty that with all of New York and California counted, Romney will end up below 47.5 percent of the … [Read more...] about Mitt Romney to End Up with 47% of Popular Vote, Poetic Justice?
Turmoil After Church Votes Against Women Bishops
Turmoil after church votes against women bishops (via AFP) Church of England bishops were to host an emergency session on Wednesday after the church narrowly rejected the appointment of women bishops, triggering turmoil and setting back efforts to modernise the mother church of millions of Anglicans worldwide. Bishops were to consider the vote's … [Read more...] about Turmoil After Church Votes Against Women Bishops
Corny Joke Time
While there were many things I didn’t like about Dr. Laura I did always enjoy the fact that every Thanksgiving she would have her corny joke episode. The last day before Thanksgiving was dedicated to everyone calling in with their corniest jokes. So chime in with those corny jokes (and feel free to share your best Thanksgiving treats too) … [Read more...] about Corny Joke Time