If there is one thing that I find even more offensive than the far-right politicians’ claim that they, and their followers, are the “real Americans” -- and by implication that I am a fake American -- is their insolent slogan, “We want to take our country back.” I have explained why here and here. But that’s just little ol’ me saying so. I was thus pleasantly … [Read more...] about ‘Take Our Country Back’: A Different Take
Attack on Israeli Diplomat in India: Larger Terror Plan?
The attack on Israeli diplomat Tal Yehoshua Koren in New Delhi seems to be part of larger terror plan. According to the Indian police, the conspiracy was hatched for over a year before the first strike on the Israeli diplomat on February 13, reports The Times of India. Police claim the conspirators have been identified, including the bomber who fled India the next day and is … [Read more...] about Attack on Israeli Diplomat in India: Larger Terror Plan?
Wealthy More Likely to Lie, Cheat and Behave Badly
Researchers reported in the Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences that upper income people are more likely to lie, cheat and engage in unethical behavior than those of lesser means. The study is not related to violent or general criminal conduct, but is designed to measure general compliance with ethics and community standards. Some of the areas the researchers from … [Read more...] about Wealthy More Likely to Lie, Cheat and Behave Badly
“Political Non-Profits”- An Oxymoron?- The IRS Investigates
There’s been screaming recently from some Tea Party organizations and other groups that have or want 501(c) (4) status, regarding IRS inquiries about their activities. The designation under the tax code of 501(c)(4) indicates that they are supposed to be non-profit organizations primarily involved in supporting social welfare, though some politicking is permitted. Instead, … [Read more...] about “Political Non-Profits”- An Oxymoron?- The IRS Investigates
Divine Endorsement
Mitt’s bandwagon is picking up the likes of Eric Cantor and Sen. Tom Coburn, but the contest is on for the Big One. After Romney acolytes tell a news conference it would now “take an act of God” for any other candidate to win the Republican nomination, Rick Santorum is taking up the challenge. “What won’t they resort to, to try to bully their way through this race?” he … [Read more...] about Divine Endorsement
Literally a New Era for the Venerable New Republic: Bought by Facebook Co-Founder Hughes
Both of my grandfathers (Abraham Ravinsky, who I knew and Nathan Gandelman, who died before I was born) were huge fans of The New Republic. Over the years I was a reader of it as well. And now the magazine has entered into a new era. Literally: Facebook co-founder Chris Hughes is purchasing the New Republic, the nearly century-old political magazine known for its influence … [Read more...] about Literally a New Era for the Venerable New Republic: Bought by Facebook Co-Founder Hughes
Controversy over a Sandra Fluke Cartoon
A controversy is swirling over a Sandra Fluke cartoon. Daryl Cagle: On Tuesday, I posted a conservative cartoon about Sandra Fluke and the Rush Limbaugh birth control rant on my blog by Gary McCoy, who I syndicate through Cagle Cartoons. Since then, there’s been a firestorm of criticism about the nasty tone of the cartoon coming from all quarters of the internet. Media … [Read more...] about Controversy over a Sandra Fluke Cartoon
Economic Report: Steady Job Growth Continues
Yet more slow but steady good news on the job front: Employment grew solidly for a third straight month in February, a sign the economic recovery was broadening and in less need of further monetary stimulus from the Federal Reserve. Employers added 227,000 jobs to their payrolls last month, the Labor Department said on Friday, while the unemployment rate held at a … [Read more...] about Economic Report: Steady Job Growth Continues
Dailing M for Mitt
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Netanyahu Warns: Strike on Iran Won’t Necessarily Be Months Away
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has been busy: he's been giving interviews warning that a strike on Iran is not necessarily months away but could be weeks away. And, to underscore that he's serious, he made the statement in three interviews: An attack on Iran could take place within a matter of months, Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said in a series of … [Read more...] about Netanyahu Warns: Strike on Iran Won’t Necessarily Be Months Away
A Field of Hawks
WASHINGTON -- Unless Ron Paul somehow wins the nomination, it looks as if a vote for the Republican presidential candidate this fall will be a vote for war with Iran. No other conclusion can be drawn from parsing the candidates' public remarks. Paul, of course, is basically an isolationist who believes it is none of our business if Iran wants to build nuclear weapons. … [Read more...] about A Field of Hawks
Choose Your Own Words Here
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What’s Wrong with Romney? His Party is Combusting (Liberation, France)
What does Mitt Romney have to do to make an eventual nomination as a presidential candidate more than just a poisoned chalice? For France's 'Liberation', columnist Fabrice Rousselot writes that winning the general election may require the impossible: Uniting the most radical extremes of the Republican Party behind a moderate message. For Liberation, Fabrice Rousselot writes … [Read more...] about What’s Wrong with Romney? His Party is Combusting (Liberation, France)
Fees And Fines Instead Of Taxes
In states and cities around the country, this game has become the norm... Fees And Fines Instead Of Taxes Taxes are this season's no-no, They've been taken off the table, 'Cause all taxes are great evils, In the ruling far-right fable. Governments are thus contracting, Getting meaner and more creaky, And to fund remaining programs, Also getting far more sneaky. Fines for … [Read more...] about Fees And Fines Instead Of Taxes
International Women’s Day, Rush Limbaugh and Bill Maher
WASHINGTON - Classic vintage ad and it fits right in with the Limbaugh - Maher tango the political world is engaged in. Juxtaposed against International Women's Day in Women's History Month it shows just how juvenile our culture still is. The 2012 theme of International Women's Day is "Connecting Girls, Inspiring Futures." But when you look at what's been playing in … [Read more...] about International Women’s Day, Rush Limbaugh and Bill Maher
Marine Sgt. Rafael Peralta: Is Justice About to Be Done? (UPDATED)
UPDATE In a powerful, detailed and facts-supported article in the Washington Times, Rep. Duncan Hunter, California Republican, who is a member of the House Armed Services Committee and the first Marine combat veteran of the Iraq and Afghanistan wars elected to Congress, joins other California elected officials in pleading for “Giving honor where honor is overdue” in the … [Read more...] about Marine Sgt. Rafael Peralta: Is Justice About to Be Done? (UPDATED)
Should Obama Return Bill Maher’s $1 Million?
Calls are growing for President Barack Obama to return $1 million donated by comedian Bill Maher, in light of Obama's reasoning for calling Georgetown law student Sandra Fluke after Rush Limbaugh's three day verbal decimation of her. Here's video of one such call: … [Read more...] about Should Obama Return Bill Maher’s $1 Million?
Praise Barack Obama Probably Doesn’t Want
There is some praise President Barack Obama will welcome because it'll help him politically -- and then there is some he would not because it won't. … [Read more...] about Praise Barack Obama Probably Doesn’t Want
Solar Flare Set to Hit Earth
A solar flare is heading to earth. Some predict it could disrupt satellites and GPS. Some impacts have already been noted: … [Read more...] about Solar Flare Set to Hit Earth
Congress Set to Show Rare Bipartisan Display
Yes, bipartisanship is ailing but it is not totally dead: The House is expected to vote Thursday on a jobs bill that would mark rare agreement between the Obama administration and House Republicans. The proposal called the JOBS Act, short for "Jump-starting Our Business Startups," comprises of six measures aimed at removing barriers to small business … [Read more...] about Congress Set to Show Rare Bipartisan Display