He should be fired from the Romney campaign: Former New Hampshire Gov. John Sununu, a Romney surrogate, said on Thursday night that the reason former Secretary of State Colin Powell endorsed President Obama today was due to the color of his skin. "Frankly when you take a look at Colin Powell whether that's an endorsement based on issues or whether he's got a slightly … [Read more...] about The Political Obscenity Named John Sununu (UPDATED)
Polls: Romney “Big Mo” No Mo? (UPDATED with Newer Poll Links)
The way the term “momentum” is applied in practice by the news media, however, it usually refers only to the first part of the clause — meaning simply that a candidate has been gaining ground in the polls, whether or not he might continue to do so. ... ... But there are other times when the notion of momentum is behind the curve — as it probably now is if applied to Mitt … [Read more...] about Polls: Romney “Big Mo” No Mo? (UPDATED with Newer Poll Links)
James Bond vs Abraham Lincoln ??
Courtesy of Huffington Post, not the best poster placement ever. … [Read more...] about James Bond vs Abraham Lincoln ??
Netanyahu’s Bluff
Former CIA officer, Phillip Giraldi, says there is not really any possibility that Israel could do significant damage to the Iranian nuclear program by themselves. Israel has no dedicated bomber force but it does have an estimated 125 advanced F-15I and F-16I’s, which have been further enhanced through special avionics installed by the Israel Aircraft Industry to improve … [Read more...] about Netanyahu’s Bluff
Obama Team Plays Down Profane Jibe about Romney
Obama team plays down profane jibe about Romney (via AFP) Barack Obama's campaign team urged reporters not to get "distracted" by a word on Thursday after the US president was quoted using a profane term to tag rival Mitt Romney as dishonest. Obama communications director Dan Pfeiffer did not deny Obama had used the word "bullsh*****" in a conversation … [Read more...] about Obama Team Plays Down Profane Jibe about Romney
The Lying Cyclist (Cartoon)
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How GOP Attacks Could Keep Hillary at State
From behind the Wall Street Journal paywall, Hillary Clinton hints she may remain Secretary of State a little longer if the President is reelected. Rupert Murdoch’s house organ, which regales us freely with Obama bad news, is stingy with details, but in followups, Mrs. Clinton’s spokesman concedes that “she wants to ensure continuity and realizes the confirmation of her … [Read more...] about How GOP Attacks Could Keep Hillary at State
Richard Mourdock Now Getting Strong GOP Support
The Republican wagons are now circling around Indian Republican Senate candidate Richard Mourdock after his comments about rape. He is now getting strong Republican support after comments were he tried to walk part of his comments back. That was enough (you gotta win that seat) from top GOPers: After initially keeping Richard Mourdock at arm's length for his assertion … [Read more...] about Richard Mourdock Now Getting Strong GOP Support
Daily Beast Suggests Race Is Heading Mitt’s Way
I'm not sure if this is a case of having Obama "in trouble" this week so he can recover next week, but this article on The Daily Beast suggests that the race is headed towards Romney. Schoen is a long time Democratic campaign operative so it is worth noting what he's saying. … [Read more...] about Daily Beast Suggests Race Is Heading Mitt’s Way
(Video Animation) Donald Trump’s “Big” Obama Announcement (parody)
Another great video animation parody from Taiwan's Next Media Animation -- this time on Donald Trump's latest self-injection-into-politics fiasco, which proved to be one more exercise in showing how shallow and irrelevant he is for people who have even a pea-sized brain. The problem here: it's a great parody, but the real Trump is even sillier: … [Read more...] about (Video Animation) Donald Trump’s “Big” Obama Announcement (parody)
Richard Mourdock and God (Cartoon)
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NOC, the Beluga Whale That Talked Like A Human (VIDEO)
Noc, a Beluga white whale seems to be talking: … [Read more...] about NOC, the Beluga Whale That Talked Like A Human (VIDEO)
Why I Am Not Voting for Mitt Romney on Nov. 7, or Nov. 6
A few days ago, I explained why I was planning to vote for Mitt Romney on November 7. After some additional soul searching -- I do a lot of that these days -- and after coming across a quick miracle cure for the “Romnesia” that was afflicting me, I have now decided to vote for Barack Obama on Nov. 6. Call me a flip-flopper. That’s OK, I am in good company. One of … [Read more...] about Why I Am Not Voting for Mitt Romney on Nov. 7, or Nov. 6
South African Police Unit Prosecuted for Fighting Violence with Thuggery
South African police unit prosecuted for fighting violence with thuggery (via The Christian Science Monitor) An elite South African police unit that has previously won praise for its high arrest and conviction rates of dangerous criminals is facing prosecution over accusations it was operating a death squad that executed suspects with impunity. The Durban Violent … [Read more...] about South African Police Unit Prosecuted for Fighting Violence with Thuggery
Nevada Women Alarmed by Republican’s Rape Remarks
Nevada women alarmed by Republican's rape remarks (via AFP) Shanleigh Brethauer was eager to support Mitt Romney at a Nevada rally, but when she heard of recent comments by a fellow Republican on pregnancy and rape, she let out a worried "Oh wow." The 19-year-old coffee shop barista was among several women supporters at Romney's event Wednesday in the … [Read more...] about Nevada Women Alarmed by Republican’s Rape Remarks
John McCain Settles Old Scores
This sounds like Arizona Senator John McCain settling old scores. McCain isn't just unhappy that former Secretary of State Colin Powell endorsed Barack Obama today, he still sounds extremely angry that Powell endorsed Obama (and not him) in 2008: Sen. John McCain (R-Ariz.) ripped Colin Powell for endorsing President Obama again, saying the former Secretary of State had … [Read more...] about John McCain Settles Old Scores
Continuing Planetary Reaction to U.S. Presidential Election (Italy, China, Pakistan and Brazil)
Here is a little Moderate Voice roundup of what Worldmeets.US has posted about the U.S. presidential race since the third presidential debate on foreign policy. The articles are from Italy, China, Pakistan and Brazil. Starting off with Europe, we have posted two reactions from Italy's La Stampa. In an article headlined No One Can Say that American's Don't Have a Choice, … [Read more...] about Continuing Planetary Reaction to U.S. Presidential Election (Italy, China, Pakistan and Brazil)
Former Secretary of State Colin Powell Endorses Barack Obama for Re-Election (Video)
Conservative Republicans and fans of former Vice President Dick Cheney may not love him, but former Secretary of State Colin Powell is popular with many moderate Republicans, moderate Democrats, centrists and independent voters. On "CBS This Morning" he endorsed President Barack Obama's re-election (video below) -- which means today Powell will likely be blasted and denigrated … [Read more...] about Former Secretary of State Colin Powell Endorses Barack Obama for Re-Election (Video)
President Obama Mocks Donald Trump “Big Announcement” During Appearance on ‘The Tonight Show’
President Obama mocks Donald Trump during an appearance on "The Tonight Show" with Jay Leno, saying of their rivalry, "this all dates back to when we were growing up in Kenya. We had constant run-ins on the soccer field, he wasn't very good." By now you have heard that Donald Trump (aka Carnival Barker) big announcement was to demand that President Obama releases his college … [Read more...] about President Obama Mocks Donald Trump “Big Announcement” During Appearance on ‘The Tonight Show’
The Scariest Romney of Them All
If he were alone in the Oval Office with the nuclear button, would anybody be there? Last in the parade of so many Mitt Romneys over the past year is the most frightening of all—-the new, improved peacemaker of this week’s debate who embraced so many positions he had been denouncing only weeks or days ago. Those who thought nothing could be worse than George W. Bush’s … [Read more...] about The Scariest Romney of Them All