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As the 10th Anniversary of 9/11 Approaches…
In exactly one month, America will observe the 10th anniversary of that dreadful day when our country, in so many ways, lost her innocence. Between now and then we will read many thoughtful writings and see many poignant programs reminding us of what we probably will never forget. I just received an e-mail from a lady who last year, on Memorial Day, told us about how a … [Read more...] about As the 10th Anniversary of 9/11 Approaches…
The problem with studies claiming that the Drudge Report sends more traffic than Facebook and Twitter
The problem with studies claiming that the Drudge Report sends more traffic than Facebook and Twitter is that they don't note that there's only a small list of sites Drudge links to, and only so many links he puts up in a single day. If all Twitter users and Facebook users would all link to the same 50 articles in a single day -- instead of linking to thousands upon thousands … [Read more...] about The problem with studies claiming that the Drudge Report sends more traffic than Facebook and Twitter
Is it unethical for employers to demand applicants be currently employed?
These reports that job openings are increasingly requiring applicants to be currently employed are depressing but at least somewhat rational. For some industries, hiring talent is a buyer's market and employers are likely being bombarded with hundreds of applications from people applying to every job that opens. If the government steps in and says you can't hire based on … [Read more...] about Is it unethical for employers to demand applicants be currently employed?
Afghanistan Heroes: Now We Know All Their Names (UPDATED)
UPDATE: Now we can see the faces, too, of these brave troops. Please click on Photo gallery: Servicemembers who died in the Chinook helicopter crash ****** The Department of Defense announced today the names of all 30 servicemembers who, supporting Operation Enduring Freedom, died Aug. 6 in Wardak province, Afghanistan, of wounds suffered when their CH-47 Chinook … [Read more...] about Afghanistan Heroes: Now We Know All Their Names (UPDATED)
Mitt Romney to Voters: “Corporations are People My Friend”
Count me in as someone who was a huge fan of former Massachsetts Gov. Mitt Romney -- in the incarnation he seems to be running away from...the Mitt Romney who was a moderate governor. I watch him now with sadness as he tries to redefine himself. But this latest quote that is making the rounds is a Godsend for Democrats if he can survive the entry of Texas Gov. Rick Perry into … [Read more...] about Mitt Romney to Voters: “Corporations are People My Friend”
Live-blog Alert for Tonight’s Republican Debate in Iowa
Did you know that this is actually the third GOP primary debate? Well, if you like following live-blogs while eating popcorn and watching politicians try to win us over, then you will love the action tonight as conservative pundit Emily Zanotti (aka American Princess) and I live-blog tonight's Republican presidential primary debate. Though the candidates will be in Iowa, we'll … [Read more...] about Live-blog Alert for Tonight’s Republican Debate in Iowa
Final Three Members of ‘Super Committee’ Picked
Joe Gandelman commented yesterday on the first nine members of the so-called “Super Committee" ---tasked with solving our nation's financial woes---picked by Democrats and Republicans. The Washington Post has just announced the final three members of that committee. Actually, they were just announced by House Speaker Nancy Pelosi (D-Calif.), via her Twitter feed. They … [Read more...] about Final Three Members of ‘Super Committee’ Picked
If the Tea Party Were Liberal (Guest Voice)
If the Tea Party Were Liberal by Tina Dupuy Just imagine there was a giant swarm of super-super liberal freshmen in Congress. They had given the President a "shellacking," secured a large number of seats in the House of Representatives and had been on the job for eight months. Just a bunch of lockstep liberals clogging up the Capitol. In that time, they'd done amazingly … [Read more...] about If the Tea Party Were Liberal (Guest Voice)
Whither the Anti-War Movement?
At the risk of drawing the ire of both Democrats and Republicans, I'd like to direct TMV readers to an interesting YouTube clip that I recently discovered. Back in May of this year, the RT television show, CrossTalk invited a panel to discuss the bewildering absence of the anti-war movement since the election of Barack Obama, debating whether the anti-war protests during the … [Read more...] about Whither the Anti-War Movement?
(UPDATED) Rick Perry: Ultra-Extremism In A Ten-Gallon Hat
It takes balls to execute an innocent man ~ PERRY SUPPORTER When Barry Goldwater, in accepting the 1964 Republican presidential nomination declared that "extremism in the defense of liberty is no vice," the conservatism he represented bore scant resemblance to the extremism of 2012 GOP wannabes Michele Bachmann and Rick Perry, whose singular talent appears to be really … [Read more...] about (UPDATED) Rick Perry: Ultra-Extremism In A Ten-Gallon Hat
Turning Against the Tea Party
Wishful thinking perhaps, but the tide of madness that has washed over Washington may be ebbing. A new CNN poll shows even more Americans want tax increases for the wealthy (63 percent) than major cuts in domestic spending (57 percent), leaving Republicans with the highest unfavorable ratings since the Clinton impeachment 13 years ago and Democrats gaining slightly in … [Read more...] about Turning Against the Tea Party
Just Call Barack Obama “Mr. Disappointment”
Democrats' disappointment and concern over Barack Obama grows as Hillary Clinton's former backers say "I told you so." … [Read more...] about Just Call Barack Obama “Mr. Disappointment”
A 10 Year Old Boy’s Ode to His Fallen Father Who Died in Afghanistan Helicopter Crash
I do a lot of programs for kids and see frequent evidence of their compassion. Here is an example -- about a 10 year old boy who wants to make sure that his Navy Seal father, who was taken from him abruptly in the recent helicopter crash in Afghanistan, is not forgotten: Here's the LINK to his iReport. And here is the text: iReport — My father was one of the … [Read more...] about A 10 Year Old Boy’s Ode to His Fallen Father Who Died in Afghanistan Helicopter Crash
Gallup Poll: Americans Want New Debt Supercommittee to Compromise
A new Gallup Poll finds that a big chunk of America wants the new debt supercommittee to compromise -- and the one demographic that doesn't is composed of tea party members. Six in 10 Americans say members of the new bipartisan "supercommittee" mandated to find new ways of reducing the federal budget deficit should compromise, even if the agreement reached is one they … [Read more...] about Gallup Poll: Americans Want New Debt Supercommittee to Compromise
CNN Poll: Majority Want Tax Increase for Wealthy and Deep Spending Cuts
The new special Congressional super committee could pose additional political risks for one of the political parties: the one that overreaches first. The reason: a new CNN poll shows that the majority of Americans want a mix of decisions -- in effect a compromise: Most Americans want a special congressional committee tasked with drafting a long-term solution to the … [Read more...] about CNN Poll: Majority Want Tax Increase for Wealthy and Deep Spending Cuts
The First Colbert SuperPAC Ad (Video)
The ad parodies the National Organization for Marriage’s “Gathering Storm” ad, which has been ridiculed repeatedly since its 2009 debut. Colbert asks voters to write-in Rick Parry -- not a typo, "That's with an 'A' for America and Iowa" -- at the Ames straw poll on Saturday. More here. Memeorandum discussion. … [Read more...] about The First Colbert SuperPAC Ad (Video)
Dylan Ratigan: A Pox On Both Parties Riff (VIDEO)
In a political rant reminiscent of Howard Beale's famous "mad as hell" rant in the classic eerily accurate film "Network," MSNBC's Dylan Ratigan, who has been increasingly critical of President Barack Obama and the Democrats, lambasted both parties: the Democrats with being focused almost solely on 2012 and the GOP for wanting "to burn the place to the ground." It was one of … [Read more...] about Dylan Ratigan: A Pox On Both Parties Riff (VIDEO)
Heck of a Job, Timmy
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How Could the Riots Change Great Britain?
How could the riots change Great Britain? The Telegraph's Robert Colvile gives us this list of 10 ways. Meanwhile GO HERE and watch two almost giddy teen rioters explaining why they're doing what they're doing (to "show the rich people").' UPDATE: Meanwhile, the (always must read) Christian Science Monitor reports that the British government is now moving towards tougher … [Read more...] about How Could the Riots Change Great Britain?