Obama trumps 'The Donald' with Kenya gag (via AFP) US President Barack Obama lampooned Donald Trump, saying the real estate tycoon's feud with him dated back to "when we were growing up together in Kenya." Obama ribbed the flamboyant mogul during an appearance on "The Tonight Show with Jay Leno" after Trump revived the right-wing conspiracy theory… … [Read more...] about Obama Trumps Trump with Kenya Gag on Leno’s Show
Defending Jim Lehrer (Guest Voice)
[stumble] Defending Jim Lehrer by Anthony Moretti I don’t know Jim Lehrer. I’ve never met Jim Lehrer. But I do admire Jim Lehrer. After watching critics, the blogosphere and other forms of social media jump all over Lehrer for how he moderated the initial presidential debate, and then seeing Martha Raddatz and Candy Crowley try but not succeed under the glare of … [Read more...] about Defending Jim Lehrer (Guest Voice)
Mitt Romney’s GOP & the Decimation of the American Middle Class (Guest Voice)
Mitt Romney's GOP & the Decimation of the American Middle Class by William Frey, M. D. So why are small business owners rejecting what in 2012 passes for "conservatism" in the GOP? Could it be that they see through Mitt Romney's arithmetic? Could it be they are nauseated by a GOP that wants to shift even more of the tax burden to the middle class? Perhaps … [Read more...] about Mitt Romney’s GOP & the Decimation of the American Middle Class (Guest Voice)
How the Right Lost in 2012
WASHINGTON -- The right wing has lost the election of 2012. The evidence for this is overwhelming, yet it is the year's best-kept secret. Mitt Romney would not be throwing virtually all of his past positions overboard if he thought the nation were ready to endorse the full-throated conservatism he embraced to win the Republican nomination. If conservatism were … [Read more...] about How the Right Lost in 2012
Look Up the Word “Irrelevant”
Look up the word "irrelevant" and you'll find this guy's picture under it. Thoughtful Republicans are probably singing this to him: … [Read more...] about Look Up the Word “Irrelevant”
TIME Poll: Obama Leads by 5 in Ohio
Polls are all over the place, but this one is getting a lot of attention: a new Time poll finds President Barack Obama has a five point lead over Republican Presidential nominee Mitt Romney -- who most analysts believe must win Ohio to win the Presidency: Buoyed by early voting in his favor, Barack Obama leads Mitt Romney by five points in the pivotal state of Ohio, … [Read more...] about TIME Poll: Obama Leads by 5 in Ohio
The Undecided Voter (Cartoon)
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Obama Chides Romney Over Republican’s Rape Slip
Obama chides Romney over Republican's rape slip (via AFP) President Barack Obama's camp seized on "outrageous" comments about rape by one of Mitt Romney's fellow Republicans, hoping to carve out a decisive edge among women voters. Obama is barnstorming the country in what he hailed as an eight-state, 40-hour "campaign marathon extravaganza," trying to … [Read more...] about Obama Chides Romney Over Republican’s Rape Slip
Light Posting
As some of you may know I am the caregiver for my 90 year old mother. Well the congestive heart failure and bad heart valve have caught up with her and she is failing quickly. I was unable to take care of her myself so my sister has come up from Houston to help out. She must be watched constantly. As a result I won't be posting much during this period when I probably should … [Read more...] about Light Posting
Third Debate Recap: Obama vs. the Land Shark
Most reasonably objective viewers (and even a few conservative ones) scored the third and final presidential debate as a solid win for Obama. After his widely panned performance in the first debate, the president rallied to take the best-of-three series. But presidential politics isn't as simple as a baseball playoff, as we'll see. In that third debate, Obama never looked … [Read more...] about Third Debate Recap: Obama vs. the Land Shark
Of Horses, Bayonets and Aircraft Carriers (Updated)
An HH-60H Sea Hawk helicopter assigned to the Dragonslayers of Helicopter Anti-submarine Squadron (HS) 11 flies above aircraft carrier USS Enterprise (CVN 65), the world's first nuclear-powered aircraft carrier. Enterprise is completing its final scheduled deployment to the U.S. 5th and 6th Fleet areas of responsibility in support of maritime security operations and theater … [Read more...] about Of Horses, Bayonets and Aircraft Carriers (Updated)
Play The Tea Party Card, Stupid!
For years the Republicans have been winning elections by playing the "liberal card." They have turned this generic, largely meaningless description of a political worldview into a pejorative evoking all the failures of big government without evoking any of its successes. This proven campaigning technique has me wondering: Why aren't Democrats playing the "Tea Party card" … [Read more...] about Play The Tea Party Card, Stupid!
America’s Middle Class: An Endangered Species?
America's middle class: An endangered species? (via GlobalPost) After losing ground for four decades, middle America increasingly looks doomed. Here's how it happened. David Case BOSTON — Meet Mr. and Ms. Median America. Or perhaps you already know them. His name is likely to be Michael. Hers, Jennifer. They’re 37 years old, and live in a detached home, … [Read more...] about America’s Middle Class: An Endangered Species?
Romney Faces Backlash over Candidate’s Rape Gaffe
Romney faces backlash over candidate's rape gaffe (via AFP) White House hopeful Mitt Romney on Wednesday sought to distance himself from controversial remarks on rape made by a fellow Republican that drew fire less than two weeks ahead of election day. Anti-abortion Senate candidate Richard Mourdock's statement that pregnancy caused by rape was "something … [Read more...] about Romney Faces Backlash over Candidate’s Rape Gaffe
Republican Indiana Senate Candidate Mourdock Sparks Firestorm: Conception From Rape ‘Is Something That God Intended’
Yet another Republican has sparked a mini-firestorm over comments about women and rapte -- this one in a close Senate race. GOPers are now trying to play defense and distance themselves from his remarks, but not repudiate him since they want and need the Senate seat and Democrats are jumping all over the comments: Richard Mourdock, the Indiana Republican Senate candidate, … [Read more...] about Republican Indiana Senate Candidate Mourdock Sparks Firestorm: Conception From Rape ‘Is Something That God Intended’
Apololgy Tour
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From Pot to Gay Marriage, US Voters Have Lots to Decide
From pot to gay marriage, US voters have lots to decide (via AFP) From legalizing pot and gay marriage to wiping outdated segregation laws off Alabama's state constitution, US voters have a lot more to decide next month than simply picking the next president. Voters in 27 states will face 172 different state-wide measures and scores of local initiatives when … [Read more...] about From Pot to Gay Marriage, US Voters Have Lots to Decide
The Third Obama Romney Debate: One of Three Milestones
The consensus on the third Presidential debate between President Barack Obama and Former Mass. Gov. Mitt Romney is that Obama won. And the three debates in a country that increasingly views politics as a kind of political professional wrestling could prove to be seen as milestones. Key truths came from Time's Mark Halperin, and the University of Virginia political scientist … [Read more...] about The Third Obama Romney Debate: One of Three Milestones
It Is Time For Baby Banks
It was one hundred years ago that the United States Supreme Court ruled that Standard Oil company was too big and had to be broken up into smaller elements. The decision was based on the idea that Standard Oil controlled too much of the market and that it was not healthy for them to have such a monoply, especially in such a critical industry. Almost thirty years ago a … [Read more...] about It Is Time For Baby Banks
Italy Revisits Dark Ages ?
A court in Italy has sentenced scientists to prison for failing to *predict an earthquake*. In case nobody told the court, you CANNOT PREDICT EARTHQUAKES yet.............. … [Read more...] about Italy Revisits Dark Ages ?