Could the recent anti-Obama documentary by conservative pundit Dinesh D'Souza be compared to the communist propaganda generated during the Cultural Revolution - or that of Nazi Germany? For China's state-run China Daily, U.S. correspondent Chen Weihua writes that even more unsettling than seeing The Dark Knight Rises after the Colorado massacre was viewing D'Souza's 2016: … [Read more...] about America’s Unsettling Political ‘Hate Speech’ (China Daily, People’s Republic of China)
Everybody Want’s to Cut Government Spending but…..
....they don't actually want to cut any thing. James Joyner directs us to this post by Stan Collender: Question 6 of this latest poll from Ipsos Public Affairs tells you all you need to know: No matter which political party the respondents identify with, there's no majority for cutting any of the major areas of federal spending among these registered voters. In fact, there … [Read more...] about Everybody Want’s to Cut Government Spending but…..
When it comes to political ads, it’s men who appear susceptible
It's common knowledge that women are more "emotional" than men, right? But what if you are trying to persuade someone cold, without knowing whether they are a thinker or a feeler? Then you'll have to rely on short-cuts, and one of the most obvious short-cuts is gender because women have a tendency to give greater weight to emotionally-framed arguments, while men give … [Read more...] about When it comes to political ads, it’s men who appear susceptible
MOM – Martin’s Only Mission
As the Democratic National Convention begins in Charlotte, all of the eyes of the political world will turn to Maryland Governor Martin O’Malley. O’Malley has been given a prime time spot on the dais on the 1st night of the DNC Convention because of his frequent appearances as the chief surrogate for the Obama campaign O’Malley, the two term Governor of Maryland, got in hot … [Read more...] about MOM – Martin’s Only Mission
Our Military Paralympians Proving Their Mettle in London
As the 2012 Paralympic Games continue in London, our 20 participating U.S. service members and veterans are performing magnificently. They have accumulated, as of last night, seven medals -- that is almost one medal for every two of these athletes: Former West Point cadet and three-letter varsity athlete at the U.S. Military Academy Jennifer Schuble won the silver … [Read more...] about Our Military Paralympians Proving Their Mettle in London
Obama Acceptance Speech To Be Moved ?
Word is that they will be moving President Obama's acceptance speech from a 74,000 seat venue to one with about 20,000 seats. Officially they are only considering making the move if safety or weather issues require it but the story seems to suggest that the move is a done deal. One has to wonder if the weather is just an excuse, but we will see what happens. … [Read more...] about Obama Acceptance Speech To Be Moved ?
Keynote Addresses — Footnotes Or Preludes To History
By Scott Crass Smack in the midst of convention season, one major aspect of the bright lights, balloons, podiums, and in an apparent new trend, empty chairs, are the keynote addresses. A keynote is a speech by an individual, in most cases a "rising star," on the political scene, the future of the party if you will, being selected by the nominee of their party to reflect … [Read more...] about Keynote Addresses — Footnotes Or Preludes To History
Paul Ryan Shakes Etch A Sketch: Now Says Is Not Blaming Obama for GM Plant’s Closing (UPDATED)
One of the most interesting aspects of American politics and politicians'-media dynamics is that someone can state something that is false and get away with it, then if they backtrack all is seemingly forgotten. Will we have another one of those moments? Republican Vice Presidential candidate Paul Ryan has just shaken the Etch a Sketch on what has become one of his most … [Read more...] about Paul Ryan Shakes Etch A Sketch: Now Says Is Not Blaming Obama for GM Plant’s Closing (UPDATED)
Facts? We Don’t Need No Stinking Facts
Republicans are apparently not even pretending anymore that they're telling the truth. The Big Lie seems to have unabashedly become their Official Policy. One Republican campaign pollster, Neil Newhouse, even said: "We're not going to let our campaign be dictated by fact-checkers," at a panel organized by ABC News. (There are sources for this quote all over the internet. I'll … [Read more...] about Facts? We Don’t Need No Stinking Facts
Let Them Eat Grass (On The White House Lawn)
Grover Cleveland was the first Democratic president to be elected after the Civil War. While the Democratic Party at this time had a strong populist, pro-union leftist wing, whose most prominent member was William Jennings Bryan, the great Christian fundamentalist progressive, Cleveland was anything but left wing or progressive, He was anti-union, breaking the Pullman Strike … [Read more...] about Let Them Eat Grass (On The White House Lawn)
Is the G.O.P.’s Fringe the Party’s New Mainstream?
Where is the heart and soul of the Republican Party? Is the fringe actually the fringe or the real G.O.P? To win the allegiance of independents, party officials declare that comments from fringe elements are not representative of most Republicans. Yet those espousing “extreme views” remain in good standing in the party. The reason for the G.O.P.’s reluctance to discipline … [Read more...] about Is the G.O.P.’s Fringe the Party’s New Mainstream?
False Accuser Charged, Victim Exonerated
I'm pleased to report that false accuser Tiffany Marie Smith has been arrested and charged with multiple crimes, and her innocent former husband has been cleared of all charges. Given how rare it is for a false accuser to face charges for lying to police in circumstances like these, this may mark a historic turning point. I and others in the men's movement intend to put even … [Read more...] about False Accuser Charged, Victim Exonerated
If Romney Wins, He can Keep His Radar! (Neviditelny Pes, Czech Republic)
Mitt Romney may have it wrong if he believes that Czechs want the United States to change its mind again and station elements of an anti-missile shield in the country. For the Neviditelny Pes, columnist Blahoslav Hruska writes that the last thing Czechs want is to relive the 'tiring and tragicomic' episode the country experienced starting in 2002, when the debate of the … [Read more...] about If Romney Wins, He can Keep His Radar! (Neviditelny Pes, Czech Republic)
The Hill Poll: Majority Believes Country Worse Off and Obama Doesn’t Deserve Second Term
A new poll conducted for The Hill finds that many voters believe the country is in worse shape than four years ago and Barack Obama doesn't deserve a second term. The poll comes just as the Democratic National Convention begins -- and indicates the job Obama and the Democrats will have before them when GOPers ask the famous Ronald Reagan question: A majority of voters … [Read more...] about The Hill Poll: Majority Believes Country Worse Off and Obama Doesn’t Deserve Second Term
Actor Chuck Norris: “America Faces 1,000 Years of Darkness” If President Obama Wins Reelection
Actor and right wing nut Chuck Norris is at it again, claiming America faces "1,000 years of darkness" if President Barack Obama is reelected. This is also the same wingnut who said Mitt Romney would buy the White House. Funny, he's been largely silent on that gem, since Mitt Romney and his buddies, specifically Sheldon Adelson and Karl Rove, are trying to buy the White … [Read more...] about Actor Chuck Norris: “America Faces 1,000 Years of Darkness” If President Obama Wins Reelection
Moonstruck: Life with a Cult
When I moved to bucolic upstate New York in the 1980s, my nearest neighbors were the followers of the Rev. Sun Myung Moon, the “messiah” who died this weekend at 82. It was like living next to a colony of the socially inept--with firearms. Early on, a jeep drove up to our boundary line with a man who introduced himself as Security Director of the Unification Church, … [Read more...] about Moonstruck: Life with a Cult
At Least Dinesh D’Souza’s “2016: Obama’s America” Isn’t a Birther Film
"The first time we didn't know Barack Obama, now we do." - Dinesh D'Souza in "2016: Obama's America" WASHINGTON - THE FILM begins with the Winston Churchill bust being returned to Great Britain. To Mr D'Souza, this is is the ultimate revelation about who Barack Obama is; the removal of Churchill's presence seen as confirmation of Pres. Obama's anti-colonialism … [Read more...] about At Least Dinesh D’Souza’s “2016: Obama’s America” Isn’t a Birther Film
40 Years On, Allman Brothers Better Than Ever & That’s Saying A Lot: Report From 20 Paws Ranch
Greg and Duane Allman (top) circa 1971 and the Allman Brothers Band today Keeping a rock band going after the death or departure of a key member is a tricky business and many an ensemble has faltered or failed as a result of that. Examples abound, including Deep Purple, Van Halen and Jefferson Starship. Cult band Little Feat has survived but never has been as good … [Read more...] about 40 Years On, Allman Brothers Better Than Ever & That’s Saying A Lot: Report From 20 Paws Ranch
Code Eastwood (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 Code Eastwood (Cartoon)
Climate Change Conservatives and the Problem with Big Money (Guest Voice)
Climate Change Conservatives and the Problem with Big Money by Robert Sisson One should never expect anything other than slanted platitudes in political convention speeches. So, as I sat in the Tampa Bay Times Forum last week, I didn't expect any speaker to come within a hurricane's outer band reach of the topic of climate change. Tampa was my second Republican National … [Read more...] about Climate Change Conservatives and the Problem with Big Money (Guest Voice)