When it came to the ratings of speeches at the Republican and Democratic convention the highest rated speech was of....Vice President Joe Biden. Joe Biden had Big Mo: Nielsen has finished compiling the ratings from all the networks that covered the conventions, right down to C-Span, and a higher percentage of the total TV universe tuned in to Biden than to anyone … [Read more...] about Most Watched Convention Speech of EITHER Convention: Joe Biden’s
Conan O’Brien Has Romney’s “Lastest” Ad
Mitt Romney's "latest" ad as debuted by Conan O'Brien: h/T: Mediaite … [Read more...] about Conan O’Brien Has Romney’s “Lastest” Ad
Life Expectancy Shrinks for Less-Educated Whites in U.S.
The New York Times published an article today under that title. It reported that for the first time in generations life spans are contracting for some Americans. The "some Americans" here, according to mortality data, are less well-educated whites who now can expect to live shorter lives than their parents' - four years shorter. Gee, you think this has anything to do with … [Read more...] about Life Expectancy Shrinks for Less-Educated Whites in U.S.
Three Killed as Pakistan Protests US-Made Film
Three killed as Pakistan protests US-made film (via AFP) Deadly clashes flared on Friday as tens of thousands took to the streets across Pakistan, throwing stones at police who fought back with gunshots and tear gas, at rallies denouncing a US-made film that has fanned global Muslim anger. Clashes broke out in the country's five largest cities, killing … [Read more...] about Three Killed as Pakistan Protests US-Made Film
The Innocence of Film Critics (Cartoon)
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School Experiences: Sometimes Nobody is at Fault (Guest Voice)
School Experiences: Sometimes Nobody is at Fault Guest Columnist Robert P. Coutinho My children have had difficult experiences in school due to unforeseen and difficult-to-solve problems. We live in an affluent suburb in Massachusetts. During the time that we have lived here, we have never regretted our choice of community. Some background: I was a Chemical Officer … [Read more...] about School Experiences: Sometimes Nobody is at Fault (Guest Voice)
Republican Contempt For The Working Class
Michael Kingsley famously defined a "gaffe" as when a politician unwittingly tells the truth. And the truth behind Mitt Romney's "47%" gaffe, Paul Krugman writes, is that Romney and his party have nothing but contempt for the working class: Needless to say, the G.O.P.’s disdain for workers goes deeper than rhetoric. It’s deeply embedded in the party’s policy … [Read more...] about Republican Contempt For The Working Class
Is the “Turd Blossom” Setting His Roots for 2016?
By ShannonLee Love him or hate him, Karl Rove is a political campaign genius. The trashing of John McCain in 2000 and the re-election of George W. Bush in 2004 were nothing short of campaign brilliance on his part. I find the man’s manipulation of the American public quite disturbing and borderline “evil”, but I respect his intellect and understanding of the electorate. … [Read more...] about Is the “Turd Blossom” Setting His Roots for 2016?
Mitt Romney, True Believer…in What?
It's amateur night, a youth-encampment campaign of non-pols clueless to the in-fighting and elbowing of a presidential race. Where are the experienced hands and hardened pros? Even loopy Michele Bachmann for a time had Ed Rollins on board to make her look plausible until nuttiness won out. But Mitt Romney seems impervious to help. As his 47 percent stumble goes on and on, … [Read more...] about Mitt Romney, True Believer…in What?
The War Some Say Must Be Fought: re Banks and their Officers Who Are Con Men
Lord Acton said: "The issue which has swept down the centuries and which will have to be fought sooner or later is the people versus the banks." I'd have to say, given the difficulty of borrowing money when one truly needs it and has ability to pay it back but NOT at usury rates... and practically have a loan be thrown at one, if one doesnt need it and thereby being given … [Read more...] about The War Some Say Must Be Fought: re Banks and their Officers Who Are Con Men
Kabuki TARP
Sheila Bair confirms what many of us thought all along - TARP was not necessary and was little more than a political Kabuki Dance. The fact remained that with the exception of Citi, the commercial banks' capital levels seemed to be adequate. The investment banks were in trouble, but Merrill had arranged to sell itself to BofA, and Goldman and Morgan had been able to raise new … [Read more...] about Kabuki TARP
Romney’s Class Warfare
WASHINGTON -- Now, at least, there can be no doubt about who is waging class warfare in this presidential campaign. Mitt Romney would pit the winners against the "victims," the smug-and-rich against the down-on-their-luck, the wealthy tax avoiders against those too poor to owe income tax. He sees nearly half of all Americans as chumps who sit around waiting for a handout. … [Read more...] about Romney’s Class Warfare
Will a Warming Planet and Melting Sea Ice Spur Development in the Arctic?
Will a warming planet and melting sea ice spur development in the Arctic? (+video) (via The Christian Science Monitor) Arctic sea-ice extent shrank to an unprecedented low this summer, part of a long-term decline in the icy white cap over the far northern ocean. Researchers predict that nearly ice-free summers are on the way, although it’s not yet clear when this … [Read more...] about Will a Warming Planet and Melting Sea Ice Spur Development in the Arctic?
NBC News/Wall Street Journal/Marist Polls: Obama Hits 50% in Swing States Colorado, Iowa, Wisconsin
First truth: this race will most assuredly tighten again and polls are indeed see-saws. But right now President Barack Obama is on the rebound with NBC News/Wall Street Journal/Marist polls showing him hitting 50% in the swing states of Colorado, Iowa and Wisconsin: President Barack Obama leads Mitt Romney in Colorado, Iowa and Wisconsin, reaching the key 50 percent … [Read more...] about NBC News/Wall Street Journal/Marist Polls: Obama Hits 50% in Swing States Colorado, Iowa, Wisconsin
Quote of the Day: Republican Tommy Thompson Blames Mitt Romney for His Political Decline
Our political Quote of the Day comes from former Wisconsin Gov. Tommy Thompson, a GOPer running for Senate who has recently seen his lead evaporate. Talking Points Memo: “The presidential thing is bound to have an impact on every election,” Thompson told Madison television station WKOW on Wednesday. “You know, whether you’re a Democrat or Republican. If you’re a … [Read more...] about Quote of the Day: Republican Tommy Thompson Blames Mitt Romney for His Political Decline
(Video) Obama Weighs in on Romney’s 47% Comment
Barack Obama has weighed in on Republican Presidential candidate Mitt Romney's controversial 47% comment. Here's the video so you can watch it for yourself rather than read analysis about what he said: Feel free to leave your reaction in comments.. … [Read more...] about (Video) Obama Weighs in on Romney’s 47% Comment
Why Obama is Pulling Ahead in the Battleground State of Wisconsin
Why Obama is pulling ahead in the battleground state of Wisconsin (via The Christian Science Monitor) The independent voter, perhaps upset by Mitt Romney’s recent remarks and his attacks on President Obama, appears to be behind a shift in polling numbers in Wisconsin that indicate Mr. Obama is pulling ahead there. Wisconsin is among a handful of battleground … [Read more...] about Why Obama is Pulling Ahead in the Battleground State of Wisconsin
Romney Distraction (Cartoon)
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Romney-Protesters Florida Clash: Echoes of the Vietnam War
To those of us who are Baby Boomers, this sounds like the kinds of demonstrations we witnessed (no matter what side we were on) during the 1960s, during the Vietnam War: — Supporters and opponents of Mitt Romney faced off outside of the Republican nominee's rally here in an at-times-violent confrontation. As hundreds of Romney supporters lined the sidewalk outside the … [Read more...] about Romney-Protesters Florida Clash: Echoes of the Vietnam War
PPP Poll: Obama leads by 7 in Wisconsin
As most responsible analysts will note, this election is not over yet and those who think Barack Obama has it in the bag are deluding themselves. But the polls continue to be troubling for Mitt Romney. Such as this one: PPP's newest Wisconsin poll finds Barack Obama opening back up a wide lead in the state. He has 52% to 45% for Mitt Romney. This is the largest lead we've … [Read more...] about PPP Poll: Obama leads by 7 in Wisconsin