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Homeless Veterans
Sometimes so much can be said with so few words. How about with 29 words: “Homeless veteran” should be a cultural oxymoron. The mere thought of it is profane. What kind of civil society leaves its defenders on winter streets, even for one night? * Just 29 little words. What a powerful, poignant message. Think about it this Veterans Day. * A November … [Read more...] about Homeless Veterans
How Do You Spell “Relief?” It’s Jesse Ventura’s Political Career Never Went Further
How do you spell relief? This way: It's J-e-s-s-e V-e-n-t-u-a-'-s p-o-l-i-t-c-a-l c-a-r-e-e-r n-e-v-e-r w-e-n-t a-n-y f-u-r-t-h-e-r. Here's why: Former Minnesota Governor Jesse Ventura has pledged he will move to Mexico after a St. Paul judge threw out his lawsuit against the TSA. The Daily News reports Ventura's suit alleged "that airport scans and … [Read more...] about How Do You Spell “Relief?” It’s Jesse Ventura’s Political Career Never Went Further
Sophocles Knew How The Story Went
Two weeks ago, I applauded as European leaders finally forced their mega banks to take a haircut. But events this week have illustrated how fragile their plan is. The union is too multifaceted to deal with the extraordinary mess the so called best and brightest have managed to create. As Tom Walkom points out in The Toronto Star, what began as a noble experiment fell … [Read more...] about Sophocles Knew How The Story Went
CBS’s Andy Rooney Dies at 92
Andy Rooney, a former war correspondent, CBS's longtime icon, a favorite of viewers, and a role model to those who aspired to broadcast and/or print commentary -- someone who could write his copy as well as read it and communicate to viewers -- is dead at 92. He had just retired last month: (CBS News) Andy Rooney, the "60 Minutes" commentator known to generations for his … [Read more...] about CBS’s Andy Rooney Dies at 92
Late Night Comedians Love Herman Cain
Here's a cross section of Herman Cain jokes done on TV by late night comedians (culled from various posts on the web): "Two women have accused Herman Cain of sexually suggestive behavior in the '90s. He said no. He was just explaining to them his 69-9-9 plan." –Jay Leno "Herman Cain is having to respond to charges he once sexually harassed women. One German woman kept … [Read more...] about Late Night Comedians Love Herman Cain
Take the Money and Run for Office (Guest Voice)
Take the Money and Run (for Office) b y Robert A. Levine Take the Money and Run was the title of a 1969 Woody Allen comedy. But currently, the joke is on America’s citizens as politicians take all the money they can get from lobbyists and special interests when they run for office. Then, once elected, these officeholders do the bidding of those who have provided campaign … [Read more...] about Take the Money and Run for Office (Guest Voice)
Top Ten Cloves: Possible New Fees Banks Will Start Charging
Top Ten Cloves: Possible New Fees Banks Will Start Charging News Item: The Jeopardy Fee; You didn't phrase your transaction request in the form of a question 2. Groucho Marx Fee - Don't know the Secret Word, it will cost you a $100 fee (Image courtesy of Will Oremus: Fee-Market Capitalism - Bank of America learns it has to be more subtle about screwing its … [Read more...] about Top Ten Cloves: Possible New Fees Banks Will Start Charging
Herman Cain Explains
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Trap and Release (Guest Voice)
Trap and Release by Peter Funt PHOENIX - When uninvited raccoons damage the lawn behind my house, I trap them, drive about five miles, and release them into the forest. Recently a guy saw me and asked that I stop. "We have our own raccoon problems," he explained, adding that he also traps the critters. "So where do you take them?" I asked. He described a spot that turned … [Read more...] about Trap and Release (Guest Voice)
Mitt Harasses GOP
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Newt Gingrich On the Political Ascent: Poll Numbers Up and Vows to Demand Obama Debate Him Lincoln Douglas Style (UPDATED)
There is a new Republican "anti-Romney" political understudy waiting in the wings in case the currrent on-the-ascent-despite-a-scandal anti-Romney Herman Cain suffers the fate of Donald Trump, Sarah Palin, Michele Bachmann and Rick Perry. If Cain stumbles former House Speaker Newt Gingrich -- who has taken great pains to be supportive of Cain despite their political … [Read more...] about Newt Gingrich On the Political Ascent: Poll Numbers Up and Vows to Demand Obama Debate Him Lincoln Douglas Style (UPDATED)
RIP Mr. Beauregarde
Violet's dad has passed away. This means Charlie's mother is, I believe, the only parent still living. According to family he was often asked to quote his epic line "Violet you're turning violet Violet" and did so with great pleasure. Of course the sad thing is that he had decades of service in the entertainment industry but is only remembered for this. However if we … [Read more...] about RIP Mr. Beauregarde
Where’s In the World Is Joe Gandelman?
In answer to several emails today about my doing less posting. I'm in the middle of a 9 month national tour that entails me driving all over the country. Most of the time I can get online a few times during the day and can post regularly. On Sept 23 my laptop was damaged so I bought a new one at Best Buy on the road. On Oct 12 someone broke into my car in Hamden, CT while I was … [Read more...] about Where’s In the World Is Joe Gandelman?
Family Values Congressman Honored by the Family Research Council
The Family Research Council, a social conservative advocacy nonprofit headed by Tony Perkins, has awarded Rep. Joe Walsh (R-IL), a Tea Party freshman in Congress, a 100 percent rating as a “True Blue” member of Congress because of his “unwavering support of the family”: “We thank Cong. Walsh who has voted consistently to defend faith, family and freedom,” said the … [Read more...] about Family Values Congressman Honored by the Family Research Council
Returning to Iraq: Closure for Some of our Wounded Warriors (UPDATED)
UPDATE: I have just finished watching the CBS 60 Minutes special on Operation Proper Exit. If you have watched it, thank you. If you haven't, please watch it when you can (I will try to have a video in the next update) It will change your outlook on these brave young men -- these Wounded Warriors -- who have given it their all; on war; perhaps on what life is all … [Read more...] about Returning to Iraq: Closure for Some of our Wounded Warriors (UPDATED)
Gallup Poll: Obama and Romney Now Tied In Swing States
A new Gallup Poll is good news for President Barack Obama or good news for former Massachusetts Gov. Mitt Romney or good or bad news for both -- depending on how you want to spin it. But the bottom line is this: Romney and Obama are now tied in key swing states: Registered voters nationally and in 12 key swing states are evenly divided in their preferences for … [Read more...] about Gallup Poll: Obama and Romney Now Tied In Swing States
Did Congress Waste Its (and Our) Time Affirming “In God We Trust?”
Did Congress waste its time and ours in affirming "In God We Trust"? Here's a roundup on the topic. … [Read more...] about Did Congress Waste Its (and Our) Time Affirming “In God We Trust?”
Report: Cain Considering Legal Action Against Politico
Add this to another move by the Herman Cain camp that will be the equivalent of shooting Cain in the foot...with a shotgun: A Herman Cain aide said Thursday that the Cain campaign is considering its legal options over the original Politico story, which revealed that the former head of the National Restaurant Association was accused of sexually harassing at least two women … [Read more...] about Report: Cain Considering Legal Action Against Politico
TMV Housekeeping Note
To many TMV contributors who do Guest Voices: due to travel and my laptop being fixed most of the contributions set to go on TMV will go on later today at the end of the day or tomorrow. We regret the delay. … [Read more...] about TMV Housekeeping Note