Forty years ago this weekend, two events marked the end of the Kennedy era--Neil Armstrong set foot on the moon, as JFK had promised, and his brother Ted drove off a bridge at Chappaquiddick to signify the end of Camelot. "I believe," President John F. Kennedy had told Congress the year Barack Obama was born, "that this nation should commit itself to achieving the goal, … [Read more...] about Moon Landing and Chappaquiddick
The Whining Rich
If you believe conservative commentators, liberals are a bunch of whining, carping, envious wimps, always complaining about some puffed up abuse of indigents or some other lefty lament. But believe me when I say that no group whines, moans, beats its heads against the wall in torment about a perceived injustice more than the very rich or their champions. Take the 5.4 percent … [Read more...] about The Whining Rich
Wither Hillary Clinton?
Is Hillary Clinton being shoved to the side? Has President Barack Obama put her in the administration to keep her out of competition in the future? Is she being overshadowed by Obama on foreign affairs and is merely a figurehead? Is all of this normal or a symptom of continuing political rivalry? And: is all of this emerging speculation based on anything or is it typical of … [Read more...] about Wither Hillary Clinton?
Malcolm X as One Republican’s Inspiration
No, it's not a trend. No, we should not try to paint every Republican with the same brush. Yes, every party (every movement) has its crackpots. Regardless, this made me giggle. Granted, it was an uncomfortable giggle, and maybe not a giggle at all. More like a snarky ... snicker/smirk, or something like that. … [Read more...] about Malcolm X as One Republican’s Inspiration
We’re All Lemmings Now
Patrick Edaburn pointed out last night that the Washington Post (not exactly a bastion of Right wing conservatism) reported on recent CBO findings which indicate that the proposed House health reform plan will actually drive costs up, rather than producing the savings we've been promised. The numbers don't seem to be the issue here, since they appear to be clear to everyone … [Read more...] about We’re All Lemmings Now
Earth to Newspapers: You CAN Control Your Content With Robots.txt
Newspapers act like they don't have a clue. So Google directed this message at them: The truth is that news publishers, like all other content owners, are in complete control when it comes not only to what content they make available on the web, but also who can access it and at what price. This is the very backbone of the web -- there are many confidential company web sites, … [Read more...] about Earth to Newspapers: You CAN Control Your Content With Robots.txt
The Episcopal Church’s Step Forward (Guest Voice)
The Episcopal Church’s Step Forward by Britney Wilkins On Monday, the bishops of the Episcopal Church voted to open the ministry position to gay men and lesbians which seems to almost undermine a previous moratorium which was passed three years earlier. While this resolution does not mandate that all dioceses have to consider gay candidates, it simply allows some diocese … [Read more...] about The Episcopal Church’s Step Forward (Guest Voice)
Obama’s Trip To Russia: Success, Failure Or In Between?
Was President Barack Obama's recent trip to Russia a success, failure or in between? Did he waste a perfect opportunity to stand up in front of the microphones and cameras and declare U.S. victory in the cold war -- or would that have been an unwise and/or inaccurate move? Cathy Young, a contributing editor at Reason, a weekly columnist at RealClearPolitics, and the author … [Read more...] about Obama’s Trip To Russia: Success, Failure Or In Between?
Sotomayor and Palin
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Arnold Schwarzenegger
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CBO Says Health Plan Would Not Curb Costs
A report from the non partisan Congressional Budget Office (CBO) indicates that the proposed health care plan will not curb costs and could end up increasing costs. In a bemusing reaction many Democrats have attacked the report and tried to label CBO Director Douglas W. Elmendorf as a partisan hack of some kind. Considering that 1) the CBO has long been recognized as non … [Read more...] about CBO Says Health Plan Would Not Curb Costs
Young Republican Runner-Up Classy in Defeat
If you missed Joe's mention of John Avlon’s “Wingnut of the Week,” Audra Shay, the new chair of the Young Republicans [nothing to link to on their web page and this is the closest Wikipedia gets to her] OR if you are otherwise unfamiliar with her odious utterings, I will outline them below. But it was Rachel Hoff's generous comments in defeat that moved me: She had been … [Read more...] about Young Republican Runner-Up Classy in Defeat
Terrorists Attack Jakarta Indonesia Luxury Hotels
Death toll now at least 6 people, at least 4 of whom are foreigners. CNN Breaking News: An explosion tore through the Ritz-Carlton Hotel in south Jakarta, Indonesia, witnesses told local media. CNN Video BBC: 'Fatal' blasts hit Jakarta hotels At least four people have been killed in two separate explosions at luxury hotels in the Indonesian capital Jakarta, reports … [Read more...] about Terrorists Attack Jakarta Indonesia Luxury Hotels
Dixiepubs
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Obama to NAACP: “Our gay brothers and sisters, still taunted, still attacked, still denied their rights.”
President Obama Spoke at the NAACP's 100th Anniversary dinner tonight. From the transcript: The first thing we need to do is make real the words of your charter and eradicate prejudice, bigotry, and discrimination among citizens of the United States. I understand there may be a temptation among some to think that discrimination is no longer a problem in 2009. And I believe … [Read more...] about Obama to NAACP: “Our gay brothers and sisters, still taunted, still attacked, still denied their rights.”
Apollo 11 Plus 40
Many of us were not lucky enough to experience it the first time around but I urge everybody to keep their eyes for the many events covering the 40th anniversary of man landing on the moon. The net has tons of coverage including a minute by minute reenactment at We Chose The Moon CNN, Fox, MSNBC, etc all plan to have extensive coverage over the weekend. 40 years ago … [Read more...] about Apollo 11 Plus 40
Forty years ago today Apollo 11 was launched sending men to the Moon
One of my earliest memories is seeing this on television: Which happened four days after the launch on July 16, 1969. Forty years ago today we launched Apollo 11 to land men on the Moon. In commemoration of the event, there is a website called We Choose the Moon that is playing back audio of the radio transmissions during the mission in real time. (Warning, the site is very … [Read more...] about Forty years ago today Apollo 11 was launched sending men to the Moon
Health Rationing and Cat Obesity Warnings
Have to give a tip of the hat to Hot Air for one of these videos, presented for your enjoyment this evening. The other is from my old film production company. While you may fully disagree with my negative opinion of a public option in the ObamaCare health plan, the good folks at the Sam Adams Alliance have come up with a really well done video on health care … [Read more...] about Health Rationing and Cat Obesity Warnings
One Latino’s Opinion on Sotomayor’s “Wise Latina Woman” Comment
I watched in amazement this morning as Senator John Cornyn, from the great state of Texas---a state where Latinos make up about 36% of the population---once again was fixated on the "wise Latina" contention. Of course, Cornyn also brought up Sotomayor's involvement with the Puerto Rican Legal Defense and Education Fund, an organization whose mission is to provide equal … [Read more...] about One Latino’s Opinion on Sotomayor’s “Wise Latina Woman” Comment
Khatami and the West to Blame for Air Tragedy: Kayhan, Islamic Republic of Iran
Blaming Iranian political reformers and the West for yesterday's horrific air crash in northwest Iran, this article by columnist Kian Mokhtari of Iran's state-controlled Kayhan lashes out at former President Khatami for seeking to replace Iran's passenger fleet with Western aircraft - and the West for not selling them to him. On the other hand, he also blames the bad reputation … [Read more...] about Khatami and the West to Blame for Air Tragedy: Kayhan, Islamic Republic of Iran