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Health care an albatross around Dem election hopes
A slew of factors are influencing voter disapproval and anemic Democratic poll numbers this 2010 election season - the weak economy and high unemployment after a massive stimulus was promised to bail us out, the rise of the vigorous Tea Party movement, and dissatisfaction among citizens of all stripes over a belief that government is unresponsive to their needs and concerned … [Read more...] about Health care an albatross around Dem election hopes
First Time Ever: More Young Adults Unmarried Than Married
Daniel Pink points us to the Population Reference Bureau where they did some census number crunching and came up with a rather shocking statistical nugget: For the first time in U.S. history, the number of young adults (those between 25 and 34) who have never been married exceeds those who are married. Pink wonders if this is part of the weaker demand in the housing market, … [Read more...] about First Time Ever: More Young Adults Unmarried Than Married
Poll: 1 in Ten Voters in Nevada Now Say “None of the Above”
The old joke has been that if "None of the Above" was on the ballot one year voters might choose it, given the dissatisfaction with both parties. In the state of Nevada, a poll indicates "None of the Above" is gaining steam -- and they can cast their votes for NotA, too: Nevada voters get to do what most Americans don't: They can vote for "none of the above." And a new … [Read more...] about Poll: 1 in Ten Voters in Nevada Now Say “None of the Above”
Rick Sanchez Releases Statement About “Inartful” Comments
Ex-CNN anchor Rick Sanchez who was fired last week from CNN for comments in which he called Jon Stewart a "racist," suggested that Jews run the news media and criticized his own network, has issued a statement through his publicist. Via Mediaite: "On October 4th, I had a very good conversation with Jon Stewart, and I had the opportunity to apologize for my inartful … [Read more...] about Rick Sanchez Releases Statement About “Inartful” Comments
I’m Not a Witch
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Privacy Or Free Speech: Snyder v. Phelps Argued Today
Lance Corporal Matthew Snyder was laid to rest in March of 2006. Instead of the quiet, respectful burial his family and friends had planned, Fred Phelps and members of the Westboro Baptist Church arrived to protest the funeral. Carrying signs with messages like “Thank God for Dead soldiers” and “God Hates the USA”, the Phelps entourage made their message of hate known at … [Read more...] about Privacy Or Free Speech: Snyder v. Phelps Argued Today
I Still Don’t Think Sarah Palin Will Run for President in ’12
Alaska blogger Jeanne "AKMuckraker" Devon has obtained "internal emails" that, in her view, "provide the most conclusive evidence to date that Palin will be running for president." Specifically, a September e-mail from Todd Palin to Republican Senate candidate Joe Miller, SarahPAC Treasurer Tim Crawford, and Palin and Miller attorney Thomas Van Flein states that Sarah's earlier … [Read more...] about I Still Don’t Think Sarah Palin Will Run for President in ’12
I Want Your Sex (After the Wedding): No to Pagan Matchmaking
I love to set up couples. But if you like it, get ready to put a ring on it. … [Read more...] about I Want Your Sex (After the Wedding): No to Pagan Matchmaking
From The Stir: Campaigning’s Top 50 Most Sexist Quotes
The Stir has waded through the muck to come up with a this Top 50 list of the most sexist quotes from the campaign trails of female political candidates over the years (though it really doesn't go back very far except in a couple of cases). So sad that this is just from a short span of time - can't imagine what they'd find if we'd had the Internet longer. For more, read the … [Read more...] about From The Stir: Campaigning’s Top 50 Most Sexist Quotes
The Hill: Democrats Could Lose House But It’s Not Over Yet
Is this a case of life copying art a blog column? Yesterday this column ran about the changing political conventional wisdom about mid-terms 2010, and today The Hill reports that while Democrats could still lose the House, it's not a done deal yet: In a poll of 12 hotly contested races that could decide who controls the House in the 112th Congress, Republican challengers … [Read more...] about The Hill: Democrats Could Lose House But It’s Not Over Yet
VIDEO: Presidential Seal Falls off Barack Obama’s Podium During Speech
The Presidential seal fell off Obama's podium during a speech. This You Tube version is the best since it shows it in context rather than only shows 30 seconds: And in the scheme of things, you know what is going to happen. If you go on the Internet or turn on (predictable) talk radio shows you'll see this being turned into a way to go on the political attack. You'll … [Read more...] about VIDEO: Presidential Seal Falls off Barack Obama’s Podium During Speech
Economic Stimulus of October 2010
Congress is pumping money directly into the economy, but the bipartisan bonanza will end November 2nd. Republican enthusiasts are spearheading this stimulus by a 7-1 margin of $80 million spent so far compared to $16 million at this point in 2006, with benefactors choosing anonymity far more than ever before. Democrats may be catching up, raking in $16 million during … [Read more...] about Economic Stimulus of October 2010
Doctorow: The Real Cost of Free
In a most powerful piece that should be read in its entirety by everyone who cares about artists and copyright, Cory Doctorow responds in the Guardian to a piece by Helienne Lindvall on the cost of free, in which she called it "ironic" that "advocates of free online content" (Doctorow included) "charge hefty fees to speak at events." I understand perfectly well what you're … [Read more...] about Doctorow: The Real Cost of Free
Birtherism: When No Evidence Will Do (Guest Voice)
Birtherism: When No Evidence Will Do by Tina Dupuy The first encounter I had with what is now commonly known as a "birther" was right after the 2008 election. It was with one of my family members: "Obama wasn't even born in this country," she-who-will-remain-nameless proclaimed. "No, you've got it mixed up. McCain wasn't born in this country," I said. "He was born … [Read more...] about Birtherism: When No Evidence Will Do (Guest Voice)
Muqtada al-Sadr and Nouri al-Maliki: More Shiite or Iraqi? – Iraq News Agency, Iraq
Recently there have been reports that thanks to the support of Shiite cleric Muqtada al-Sadr - and the tacit consent of Iran and even the U.S. - Nouri Al-Maliki is close to being named for a second term as Iraq's prime minister. According to this article by columnist Tariq Hamid of the Iraqi News Agency, this electoral outcome, which insults Iraqi voters who elected Ayad Alawi, … [Read more...] about Muqtada al-Sadr and Nouri al-Maliki: More Shiite or Iraqi? – Iraq News Agency, Iraq
Off to War: Then and Now—Always Too Young
Dateline: L’Isle-Jourdain, France No, not much has happened or is happening in this tiny, sleepy, French town---some might call it a village---nestled in the Vienne River valley in central France that would warrant a "dateline." L’Isle-Jourdain just happens to be our first sojourn after a long trans-Atlantic flight that originated at the Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta … [Read more...] about Off to War: Then and Now—Always Too Young
Android OS Most Popular, iPad Sales Unrivaled, IE Drops Below 50% Worldwide
Tectonic shifts among the tech giants... Miguel Heft says The iPhone Has a Real Fight on Its Hands: Phones powered by Google’s Android operating system are now the most popular among smartphones in the United States, according to new data released by Nielsen. In the six months ending August 10, Android phones accounted for 32 percent of the smartphones sold, Nielsen … [Read more...] about Android OS Most Popular, iPad Sales Unrivaled, IE Drops Below 50% Worldwide
Will the Democrats Keep or Lose the House?
MANCHESTER, New Hampshire – This year’s New Hampshire autumn was strange. Until September’s final days it was hot and then there was a sudden downpour, an abrupt cooling — and leaves started changing color within one weekend. Just like the conventional wisdom suddenly changing as a hot media narrative moves out of season and a new one pops into view. Are we seeing this … [Read more...] about Will the Democrats Keep or Lose the House?
NY Paladino’s Long Shot Campaign
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