Alan Rosenblatt is helping us determine just how many and which bloggers have gone from blogging to winning elected office, but as of yesterday, it appeared that I might be the only female political blogger in the country to have done that so far. I have a hard time believing that, but if it's true - wow. Especially since the last thing I did was run "as a blogger." Great … [Read more...] about TMV blogger wins race, may be first female to go from blogging to political office
It’s Droid Day
And Michael Arrington has posted a love letter: In just a few hours Verizon stores will open and the first customers will get their hands on their very own Droid. [CNet covers the midnight Droid madness last night in Manhattan.] And I promise you, if you are one of the people waiting in line, you will have a much lower than average amount of letdown. That’s because, in … [Read more...] about It’s Droid Day
DRAFT EVERYONE
In 1960, President Eisenhower warned us of the growing influence and power of the Military Industrial Complex. He was right and we ignored him. Today our country has the world’s largest total annual Military Budget of over $650 billion, additional defense-related spending of over $350 billion, more than 1.5 million people serving in its Armed Forces in over 100 countries … [Read more...] about DRAFT EVERYONE
Is Denmark Recovering from Fossil Fuel Addiction?
Here are two recently broadcast reports on the development of wind power and other alternative energy sources in Denmark. Steep energy taxes seem to be helping the northern European nation to both end its dependence on foreign oil and do its part to clean up the global environment. [This is being crossposted at my personal blog.] … [Read more...] about Is Denmark Recovering from Fossil Fuel Addiction?
Glee
For those who *still* need a reason to watch Glee, check out this amazing 80's retro. … [Read more...] about Glee
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”