Get ready for a new period of controversy over U.S. diplomatic cables being unleashed by WikiLeaks. According to this continental roundup by Rogelio Núnez of Spain's Infolatam, in Peru, Mexico, Argentina, Chile, Columbia and Guatemala, newly disclosed cables are impacting presidential elections, angering heads of state, and sparking local political squabbles that are likely to … [Read more...] about WikiLeaks Triggers New Wave of Disruption Across Latin America: Infolatam, Spain
The Definition of Hurting Your Cause
Tell me, who comes off as "disrespectful" in this almost nine-minute-long confrontation? Personally, I find it absolutely astounding that Ann Althouse can post this video as evidence that the Wisconsin protesters at this war memorial are hurting their cause. … [Read more...] about The Definition of Hurting Your Cause
The Progressive Flame Has Been Relit – Finally!
Obama is an historic figure. The first African-American president. He's not a very good president, however. Whether historians judge him our third second-rate leader in a row, or our second third-rater in a row, now seems to depend on how charitable they wish to be. One of the few really positive contributions he's making to our governance these days is his role - an … [Read more...] about The Progressive Flame Has Been Relit – Finally!
“Why Tech Writers Should Stay Away From Politics”
Jamelle Bouie pushes back on the "Government should be run like a business" meme -- this time advanced by Sarah Lacy, a writer at TechCrunch. "Can America Function More Like a Fiscally Responsible Company? It’s up to Us, the Shareholders," she declaims. Which, Bouie observes, "reminds us of why tech writers should stay away from politics." … [Read more...] about “Why Tech Writers Should Stay Away From Politics”
What’s REALLY Going on in Wisconsin?
What's really going on in Wisconsin? It's this. … [Read more...] about What’s REALLY Going on in Wisconsin?
Hugh Hefner, the Ultimate Not-Me
The opposite of hero worship is negative self-definition that tells you who you are not and could never be. Such anti-role models can influence a life as much as those you admire and want to emulate. Hugh Hefner has always been at the top of the not-me list and, now that the geriatric Playboy founder is exposing himself to ridicule by marrying a 24-year-old Playmate ("It … [Read more...] about Hugh Hefner, the Ultimate Not-Me
If Only Candidate Obama Would Show Up
The groups, including MoveOn.org, Democracy for America, USAction, the Service Employees International Union and People for the American Way, plan to hold “Save the American Dream” rallies in 50 state capitals on Saturday. “Instead of creating jobs, Republicans are giving tax breaks to corporations and the very rich and then cutting funding for education, police, emergency … [Read more...] about If Only Candidate Obama Would Show Up
Quote of the Day: “Wisconsin’s Anti-Union Hysteria” and The Real Issue Lurking Behind the Emotionse
The current mainstream media narrative, and the assumption on many websites of the left and center, is that Wisconsin Gov. Scott Walker is coming off worse in his ongoing battle in Wisconsin to remove collective bargaining from the public employees union. But is that the case? The Daily Beast and CNN independent commentator John Avlon gives the political quote of the day as … [Read more...] about Quote of the Day: “Wisconsin’s Anti-Union Hysteria” and The Real Issue Lurking Behind the Emotionse
Union Hunting Dog
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More BS from the Peak deniers
The headline sounds good: New Study Shows That Offshore Drilling Could Make Alaska the Eighth Largest Oil Producer in the World – Ahead of Libya and Nigeria (CNSNews.com) – A new study says drilling on Alaska’s Outer Continental Shelf (OCS) could make Alaska the eighth largest oil resource province in the world -- ahead of Nigeria, Libya, Russia and Norway. The report -- … [Read more...] about More BS from the Peak deniers
Too Little Too Late Bob
Defense Secretary Robert Gates all but admits that the invasions of Iraq and Afghanistan were a really bad idea. WEST POINT, N.Y. — Defense Secretary Robert M. Gates bluntly told an audience of West Point cadets on Friday that it would be unwise for the United States to ever fight another war like Iraq or Afghanistan, and that the chances of carrying out a change of government … [Read more...] about Too Little Too Late Bob
People Power (Guest Voice)
People Power by David Goodloe It was called the "revolution that surprised the world," and it has been said that it inspired the movements that toppled Eastern Europe's Communist governments three years later. I always thought it was a stirring sight. Twenty–five years ago today, the Philippine Revolution of 1986 — more popularly known as "People Power" — effectively … [Read more...] about People Power (Guest Voice)
The Wages of Beck
There are many on the right who make the argument that clowns like Glenn Beck, Hannity, Limbaugh, and their ilk are, if not entertaining and usually right about Obama and the liberals, basically harmless. "No one believes they are 'leaders" of the conservative movement," goes part of the argument. The left wants to choose our leaders for us and define them while the MSM takes … [Read more...] about The Wages of Beck
Middle East Tyranny’s Unexpected Expiration Dates: What Do We Do Now?
As decades-long dictatorships teeter and fall, is it unreasonable to ask whether anyone in or out of our government really knows what's going on and why? TV screens fill up with talking heads of politicians, academics and think-tank denizens whose combined wisdom comes down to admitting they don't know why this is happening now and can't tell how and when it will end. A … [Read more...] about Middle East Tyranny’s Unexpected Expiration Dates: What Do We Do Now?
Giffords Shooting Memory Fades? Violent Rhetoric Returns: “”Who’s going to shoot Obama?” Question At Town Hall (UPDATED)
So much for not just the talk about civility but talk about how America's increasingly violence-embracing political rhetoric has been recognized for what it is: at the very LEAST inappropriate and possibly the catalyst in providing a trigger for deranged minds as it plants the seeds for actions that will require future sad news stories. We've run several examples in recent … [Read more...] about Giffords Shooting Memory Fades? Violent Rhetoric Returns: “”Who’s going to shoot Obama?” Question At Town Hall (UPDATED)
Walker’s War on the Unions
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Galaxy Song
Just remember when you feel too small (or too self important....) … [Read more...] about Galaxy Song
Nebraska Considering South Dakota-Like Anti-Abortion Law
South Dakota backed off from the proposed legislation to change the definition of justifiable homicide in a way that could have allowed abortion providers to be legally murdered. But now Nebraska is actively considering a similar law -- only it's even worse: … [Read more...] about Nebraska Considering South Dakota-Like Anti-Abortion Law
Maryland Senate Approves Same Sex Marriage Rights
The Maryland Senate has approved legislation to give same-sex couples full marriage rights. The vote was 25-21. "We can take nothing for granted in the House," said Del. Heather R. Mizeur (D-Montgomery), an openly gay lawmaker. Yesterday Hawaii became the seventh state to create the new legal status of civil unions, providing all of the benefits of marriage under a … [Read more...] about Maryland Senate Approves Same Sex Marriage Rights
Shuttle Is GO For Launch
Turn on your TV folks... the Discovery has launched for the last time. HD Net is showing it in HD … [Read more...] about Shuttle Is GO For Launch