I enjoy emotional music. In fact, I’m a sucker for a good soundtrack. The plot, acting, and special effects might stink to high heaven, but if the movie is scored by John Williams I’ll let it slide. My cynicism is no match for an evocative weepy violin crescendo. Consequently, I’ve teared up at the climax of some really awful films. My wife enjoys exploiting this … [Read more...] about Bad movie, good soundtrack
Giving Thanks 2009
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Afghanistan Job
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NEWS BULLETIN: Obama Pardons White House Turkey
This just in via AP: President Barack Obama has pardoned the White House turkey. No, not the one who has been in charge of designing White House strategy and tactics in getting health care reform through Congress, but a turkey who is a real birdbrain. Here's the complete ceremony, including Obama's extensive remarks on this vital matter: … [Read more...] about NEWS BULLETIN: Obama Pardons White House Turkey
Noted Scumbag to do Hard Time in … Swiss Chalet?
Just in time for Thanksgiving, guess who is back in the news? Yes, it's Roman Polanski, noted movie producer, escaped felon and pedophile. (Hat tip to Ed at Hot Air.) It seems that old Roman has ponied up $4.5M and gotten himself out on bail. But don't worry about whether or not justice is being served... he'll still be doing hard time. In his Swiss chalet. Bail has … [Read more...] about Noted Scumbag to do Hard Time in … Swiss Chalet?
Cap And Pollute
Here's a revolutionary idea for building a mouse trap. The new trap would have the usual opening where the mouse can enter in search of food. But if its inconvenient for the mouse to stay, it can exit from a back door that's provided for this option. Since the mouse now has two choices (stay or leave), this is a free market solution to mouse catching. Sound like a good way … [Read more...] about Cap And Pollute
Black Friday 2009: Boom or Bust?
Mint Shopping: We looked at the major retailers within three categories; general, clothing, and electronics to predict how each will fare this holiday shopping season. Our research indicates that, while the general retail sector will lag year over year in Q4, clothing and electronics will likely beat 2008 numbers. More. And if you're among those thinking of buying … [Read more...] about Black Friday 2009: Boom or Bust?
Thanksgiving Wishes: For the Past and the Future
Traditionally, Americans give thanks for the blessings our families, our people and our country have continued to enjoy during the past year, and years past---and so we should. However, this Thanksgiving, as our nation faces many problems and we are on the verge of making pivotal decisions on, among others, war and peace, the economy and our common health care, I believe … [Read more...] about Thanksgiving Wishes: For the Past and the Future
David Plouffe Book Tour: St. Louis
Friday night, my wife and I attended an event at the headquarters branch of the St. Louis County Library, featuring David Plouffe, the manager of Obama’s campaign for the White House. Plouffe was in town for the second to last stop of a tour promoting his book, The Audacity to Win, released earlier this month. Of course, by the time Plouffe reached our area, much of the … [Read more...] about David Plouffe Book Tour: St. Louis
A State Dinner With Typos
Obviously not that big of a deal, but it seems to follow an odd series of silly blunders in the Obama White House. IE: Sending the British PM the wrong format of DVDs and similar small but silly mistakes that you'd think they would catch. … [Read more...] about A State Dinner With Typos
Obama Thanksgiving
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Muppet Rhapsody
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A Jane Goodall Thanksgiving (Guest Voice)
A Jane Goodall Thanksgiving by Michael Winship Give thanks. Because this isn't one of those Thanksgiving lists of things for which we should be grateful -- although health, family,friends, laughter, etc., would certainly all be on mine. And Jane Goodall. Yes, that Jane Goodall, the woman we all grew up with watching those National Geographic specials … [Read more...] about A Jane Goodall Thanksgiving (Guest Voice)
The Cost of War and Who Pays For It
Via that ever-present news source, The Washington Leak, Pres. Obama's decision on Afghanistan, due to be announced on December 1, became known today. He is sending 34,000 more troops: … [Read more...] about The Cost of War and Who Pays For It
As a Student of Realpolitik, Obama’s Catching On Fast: Dziennik, Poland
In the realm of getting the job done - principle be damned - how is President Obama doing? According to columnist Zbigniew Parafianowicz of Poland's Dziennik newspaper, the brass tacks deal-making Barack Obama has been pursuing shows that he's adjusting well to the inevitable compromises of power. For Poland's Dziennik, Zbigniew Parafianowicz writes in part: "Sunday: a … [Read more...] about As a Student of Realpolitik, Obama’s Catching On Fast: Dziennik, Poland
The weakening legs of Obama’s Afghanistan policies
President Barack Obama is weakening the legs of his policies to stabilize Afghanistan through missteps in the important relationship with India. Prime Minister Manmohan Singh is trying to repair some of the cracks during the current State visit but success is elusive so far. The White House’s fixation on Pakistan’s troubles in handling its incipient domestic Jihadist … [Read more...] about The weakening legs of Obama’s Afghanistan policies
Republican Trial Balloons For 2012
After scanning the news wires this morning, I was forced to take a second look at the calendar. Yep. Two days before Thanksgiving 2009. Then why are there stories floating around suggesting Sarah Palin, Glenn Beck and Lou Dobbs run for president in 2012? President of what? POTUS? Yep. Oh. My. God. Seriously, folks, Mrs. Palin is a contender despite her political … [Read more...] about Republican Trial Balloons For 2012
Sanford Facing Impeachment
It looks like (thankfully) that South Carolina Governor Mark Sanford is soon to be out of a job. Legislators are working on impeachment of the slimeball. … [Read more...] about Sanford Facing Impeachment
The Census Worker Suicide
EDITOR'S NOTE: A portion of the original content of this post has been edited to broaden the debate to include mainstream media (MSM) and all blogs (along with associated writers and commenters) that engaged on this topic earlier. Thank you. -TS ********** Joe already reported on it briefly, (and I also noted this from allahpundit) but I think a bit more detail and an … [Read more...] about The Census Worker Suicide
Why Are We Kowtowing to the Chinese Government?
Why are we kowtowing to the Chinese Government? Why are we treating this overpopulated two-tier perverted ruthless dictatorship with a distorted mercantile-capitalistic system so nicely? What have they done for us in return to merit such respect? They don’t deserve special treatment because they have a long history, nice cuisine, limited natural resources, and a lot of … [Read more...] about Why Are We Kowtowing to the Chinese Government?