For those who *still* need a reason to watch Glee, check out this amazing 80's retro. … [Read more...] about Glee
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Quote of the Day: Rebirth of a Republican Moderate Path?
Have most of the "old" media and the new media (including some here at The Moderate Voice) gotten it wrong? Did Tuesday's elections, in fact. show that the GOP is now on a more moderate path than many would believe if they listen to Glenn Beck, Rush Limbaugh, or watch cable political shows or read many conservative blogs on the Internet? Time Magazine's Ramesh Ponnuru makes … [Read more...] about Quote of the Day: Rebirth of a Republican Moderate Path?
RIP Sheldon Dorf
The founder of the ultimate international nerd fest aka Comic Con has died at the age of 76. Speaking as a grade AAA nerd and someone who would seriously consider going to Comic Con, I still have to say there is something oddly fitting that the founder of the event is named Dorf. … [Read more...] about RIP Sheldon Dorf
GOP Shoots and Scores
John Cole, The Scranton Times-Tribune This cartoon is copyrighted and licensed to run on TMV. Unauthorized reproduction prohibited. All rights reserved. … [Read more...] about GOP Shoots and Scores
Swine flu vaccine – the appearance of favoritism towards the wealthy
This MSNBC.com headline certainly won't help the feeling that many Americans have that the wealthy get taken care of and the rest are left to hang: Amid shortage, big NYC firms get swine vaccine Rules allow company docs to request vaccine, distribute to high-risk groups NEW YORK - Some of New York City's largest employers - including Wall Street firms like Goldman Sachs and … [Read more...] about Swine flu vaccine – the appearance of favoritism towards the wealthy
‘Here Are Two Sides of the Truth’
"An Uncommon Love," sung by Carole King and K.D. Lang … [Read more...] about ‘Here Are Two Sides of the Truth’
Why was the U.S. Embassy in Tehran Captured in 1978?: Islamic Republic of Iran Broadcasting, Iran
Pro-regime demonstrators lampoon President Obama at the site of the former U.S. Embassy in Tehran on the 30th anniversary of the storming of the facility. Continuing with our coverage of the 30th anniversary of the storming of the American Embassy in Tehran, this editorial from the state-run Web site of Islamic Republic of Iran Broadcasting responds to the question of why it … [Read more...] about Why was the U.S. Embassy in Tehran Captured in 1978?: Islamic Republic of Iran Broadcasting, Iran
Possible Terrorist Attack at Ft. Hood TX (UPDATES)
There have been multiple shooting attacks at Fort Hood according to MSNBC, KCEN-TV and KTVT-TV. At least 7 people are dead and 30+ are wounded. One shooter is in custody and 1-2 more are being sought. FBI is on the way. Both the shooters and victims are believed to be military rather than civilians, at least the shooters were wearing military fatigues. 4:30 pm EST: More … [Read more...] about Possible Terrorist Attack at Ft. Hood TX (UPDATES)
Crist: Oh No I Didn’t
Eric Zimmermann reports that Florida Gov. Charlie Crist is distancing himself from the Feds' stimulus plan: "I didn't endorse it." Um ... I think you did. … [Read more...] about Crist: Oh No I Didn’t
Both Parties’ Purity Push
Earlier, Joe linked to RNC Chair Michael Steele's ominous warning to GOP Members of Congress who might be thinking about "going rogue" against the party line. Meanwhile, in Palm Beach, Fla., the County Democratic Party organization has practiced its own brand of purging someone who bucks the preferred party line. Granted, the latter case hardly compares to the former, … [Read more...] about Both Parties’ Purity Push
Odd Couple: Dowd and Limbaugh
In the annals of sexual politics and odd couples, none could ever match the possibilities of mating Maureen Dowd and Rush Limbaugh, a power pairing that would have made Mary Matalin and James Carville look like America's Sweethearts. The image comes to mind from Dowd's column yesterday, recounting a four-hour dinner at Manhattan's 21 Club back when she was "a reportette" and … [Read more...] about Odd Couple: Dowd and Limbaugh
So Much For Any Chance of Bipartisan Compromise
This says it all, doesn't it? … [Read more...] about So Much For Any Chance of Bipartisan Compromise
Same-Sex Marriage Setback in Maine, Hope for the Future
Washington voted for domestic partnerships, but Maine, a similarly blue state (despite having two Republican senators), voted against same-sex marriage. There is no denying that the vote in Maine is a setback for gay rights. Simply put, the anti-gay forces of the right mobilize well, as they showed in California last year, playing to lingering bigotry and fear, and they did … [Read more...] about Same-Sex Marriage Setback in Maine, Hope for the Future
Pakistan: Of Terrorism & Tipplers
Pakistan, rightly or wrongly, is generally described as an "exporter" of terrorism. Now it is trying to export something different - its famous Murree beer produced at the nearly 150-year-old Murree brewery, Pakistan's sole producer of beer. "Understandably, making beer and whiskey in a Muslim country, where 97 per cent of the population is officially banned from enjoying … [Read more...] about Pakistan: Of Terrorism & Tipplers
“V” for Vilification: Liberal Paradise, Obama Nightmare (Guest Voice)
"V" for Vilification: Liberal Paradise, Obama Nightmare by Rick Moran Want to piss off the left? Everybody watch every single episode of the new ABC mini-series "V." Drive the ratings through the roof. Make the show the hottest cultural happening since Seinfeld. Copy the hairstyles. Ape the fashion. Start bidding up the action dolls on Ebay. And most … [Read more...] about “V” for Vilification: Liberal Paradise, Obama Nightmare (Guest Voice)
Time to Stop Deciding Who “Won”
The one thing that is clear from the most recent elections and those that occurred a year ago is that the people of this country want our elected officials to stop playing the political game, to stop worrying about whether the Democrats or Republicans “won” or “lost” and start to solve the critical problems that they care about. I for one abhor the constant discussion on TV, … [Read more...] about Time to Stop Deciding Who “Won”
Stating the Obvious, Acting on It
“When our party is united, whether you run in a Northern state or a Southern state, our party can win,” said the House Republican whip, Representative Eric Cantor of Virginia. “But when you are divided, you can lose a seat that has been in the Republican column for quite a long time.” The Virginia GOP, at least, seems to have gotten the message. … [Read more...] about Stating the Obvious, Acting on It
Google Dashboard: Transparency, Choice and Control
Google announced today: In an effort to provide you with greater transparency and control over their own data, we've built the Google Dashboard. Designed to be simple and useful, the Dashboard summarizes data for each product that you use (when signed in to your account) and provides you direct links to control your personal settings. Today, the Dashboard covers more than 20 … [Read more...] about Google Dashboard: Transparency, Choice and Control
NY 23 From the Horse’s Mouth
For those around the country who somehow thought that they understood the politics of New York's 23 district (or, "The North Country" as we call it) and feel they had a grasp on how "awful" a choice Dede Scozzafava was, they should read this editorial from the local paper. Here's one of the key portions, explaining just how she wound up as the nominee from what I fully admit is … [Read more...] about NY 23 From the Horse’s Mouth
DID SOMETHING HAPPEN?
I didn’t vote on Tuesday in Phoenix, Arizona, my residence for almost the past 4 years though I voted in the National Elections last year. I was pleased to see that the local school funding and bond issues all passed with comfortable margins across the metro area. Had I voted, my other choice would have been for a city council position wherein I did not know either candidate. … [Read more...] about DID SOMETHING HAPPEN?