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Empty Suit in a Vacant Oval Office
If Mitt Romney actually gets the Republican nomination, out of default or disgust with the rest of the field, Americans will have the chance to reprise 1976 when they, in effect, voted to leave the White House unoccupied by electing Jimmy Carter to take a breather from Watergate and its aftereffects. Still in shock from Nixon and offended by Gerald Ford’s pardon of him, … [Read more...] about Empty Suit in a Vacant Oval Office
Those Evil Rabbis: Anti-Semitism Raises It’s Head In San Francisco’s Anti-Circumcision Measure Supporters’ Artwork
Talk about anti-semitism? It's now official: the anti- circumcision measure on the ballot in San Francisco is no longer an even remotely funny subject. We've done a bit of a joking post here and a more serious one here about the measure that will be on the ballot in November in San Francisco seeking to ban circumcisions in the city. And there have always been allegations … [Read more...] about Those Evil Rabbis: Anti-Semitism Raises It’s Head In San Francisco’s Anti-Circumcision Measure Supporters’ Artwork
Where Have All the Do-Bees Gone
The practice of politics is usually a victimless crime. The two party system and a well designed system of checks and balances usually keeps politicians from ruining your life. We the citizens can, in general, go about our lives mostly removed from the preschool antics which unfortunately have become standard operating procedure in Washington. They can call each other liars, … [Read more...] about Where Have All the Do-Bees Gone
Edwards Indicment Pure Politics
Was the indictment of former North Carolina senator John Edwards pure politics? The answer to that question may seem obvious. Edwards is a Democrat. The indictments were sought by a Democratic Justice Department. You can hardly accuse the current Administration of engaging in a witchhunt of an opposition political figure. But what if the Barack Obama-Eric Holder Justice … [Read more...] about Edwards Indicment Pure Politics
Romney Doesn’t Want To Be President
As if failing to apologize for Obama Care Massachusetts style, being a serial flip flopper and belonging to the wrong cult weren't enough Mitt Romney now believes in science. Presidential hopeful Mitt Romney broke with Republican orthodoxy on Friday by saying he believes that humans are responsible, at least to some extent, for climate change. "I believe the world is … [Read more...] about Romney Doesn’t Want To Be President
Wally Boag Dies
According to Steve Martin's twitter feed the great Wally Boag has passed away For generations of Disneyland visitors, Wally's show at the Golden Horseshoe was a must see. It still (I believe) holds the record for the longest running show ever. Here is some of his magic (please check for more on Youtube) … [Read more...] about Wally Boag Dies
House Rebukes Obama Over Libya
WASHINGTON - Pres. Obama's authority, however flimsy, to unilaterally involve the United States in bombing Libya expired on May 20th. Today Congress decided to do their job. The United States is currently providing NATO with intelligence, logistical support and armed Predator drones in what is largely a bombing campaign against Libyan government forces. The … [Read more...] about House Rebukes Obama Over Libya
Online Guest Book for John Martin “Jack” Grant
Here's the link to an online Guest Book for Jack Grant where you can leave your thoughts, memories and/or prayers. (I left a short message with the link to the TMV post about him but I don't see it on the site). … [Read more...] about Online Guest Book for John Martin “Jack” Grant
Frontrunner Mitt (Cartoon)
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Sarah Palin’s History Lesson: Paul Revere Warned the British
DRAT! Why did I spend so much time studying history at Amity High School in Woodbridge, Connecticut when I could have made up my own version and gotten away with it. Well, maybe not with teachers or on SAT tests, but with some voters if people thought I was running for President or people who'd be in my political party. At least that is the lesson here by History Professor … [Read more...] about Sarah Palin’s History Lesson: Paul Revere Warned the British
Is There an Aroma about the Anthony Weiner Twitter Story?
Is there an aroma starting to emit from the Anthony Weiner Twitter controversy story? It seems like the beginning of one... UPDATE: And this. … [Read more...] about Is There an Aroma about the Anthony Weiner Twitter Story?
Have Republicans Voted To “End Medicare”?
A commercial running in New Hampshire that criticizes Republican Rep. Charlie Bass makes that claim; the National Republican Congressional Committee has demanded the TV commercial be pulled. The key phrase comes at 0:15: "When Congressman Charlie Bass voted to end Medicare, that was an attack on New Hampshire families just like mine." Is it accurate to characterize … [Read more...] about Have Republicans Voted To “End Medicare”?
Ryan Shrugged
In its story about today's ghastly jobs report, the New York Times noted that local governments last month cut 28,000 jobs, and have cut 446,000 in all since September 2008. These governments did so to meet budgetary requirements that were not met (except in a few places) by higher taxes on the wealthy. Republicans in Washington are now demanding cuts of as much as $2 … [Read more...] about Ryan Shrugged
John Edwards Indicted Over Alleged Misuse of Money to Hide Affair
John Edwards, who sought the Democratic nomination twice and who enjoyed a legion of loyal, dedicated followers who believed in him, has been indicted by a federal grand jury on six counts over coverup of extramarital affair, including conspiracy, illegal campaign contributions, CBS News reports: A federal grand jury indicted two-time presidential candidate John Edwards on … [Read more...] about John Edwards Indicted Over Alleged Misuse of Money to Hide Affair
Weiner Jerk (Cartoon)
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Journalists, Joke Writers and Comedians say “Hot Dog” to Anothony Weiner “Weinergate” Controversy
Just for a minute forget the (as usual) partisan and not-so-partisan takes on the seriousness or lack of seriousness swirling around Rep. Anthony Weiner and a certain Twitter Tweet. For partisans, it's one more skirmish in the never ending political war. For the media, it's a story made all the more tantilizing because Weiner almost seems to be pleading for more coverage in the … [Read more...] about Journalists, Joke Writers and Comedians say “Hot Dog” to Anothony Weiner “Weinergate” Controversy
Onward Thru The Fog: Your GOP Week In Review
This post is dedicated to the brilliant Jack Grant (1965-2011), a friend and pioneering blogger who never abided fools no matter their political persuasion. The House Republican leadership's spectacular record of defeats, concessions and embarrassments remains intact after week in which (not counting the Donald Trump-Sarah Palin pizza party) the most notable event was a … [Read more...] about Onward Thru The Fog: Your GOP Week In Review
How Wall Street, Not the White House, Will Stop the GOP on the Debt Ceiling
Wink, wink. John Boehner, Paul Ryan and their gang that can’t shoot straight are holding the debt-ceiling hostage to tax cuts but telling financial markets the guns aren’t loaded. “Just ignore Tuesday’s vote against raising the debt ceiling, House Republican leaders whispered to Wall Street,” says a New York Times editorial. “We didn’t really vote against it, members … [Read more...] about How Wall Street, Not the White House, Will Stop the GOP on the Debt Ceiling
John Martin “Jack” Grant, TMV Assistant Editor, “Random Fate” Blogger, Dies at 46: a Special Voice and a Special Mind (UPDATED)
John Martin "Jack" Grant, a guy who I long admired for his great mind and his even greater heart, has passed away at age 46. He was a TMV Assistant Editor but that was only a small part of who he was. And this is a shocker: if there was news we would not expect to get, it would be about the passing of Jack Grant at such a young age. It's not easy to type when tears … [Read more...] about John Martin “Jack” Grant, TMV Assistant Editor, “Random Fate” Blogger, Dies at 46: a Special Voice and a Special Mind (UPDATED)