It happened when former President George W. Bush was at the helm and it's happening now with President Barack H. Obama in the captain's chair: comparison of American presidents to the dictators, executioners, thugs, and HIGHLY questionable figures of yesteryear by some people. This bothers me more than it should. This isn't majority thought but still... I deeply respect … [Read more...] about Bush Is Not And Obama Is Not
Citigroup
Bob Englehart, The Hartford Courant This cartoon is copyrighted and licensed to appear on TMV. All Rights Reserved. Unauthorized reproduction prohibited. UPDATE: And Citibank's stock has now fallen below $1.00 for the first time... … [Read more...] about Citigroup
Michelin Stars Dimmed by the Global Economic Crisis?
Those of you who can still afford to do so, probably consult one of the the Michelin Red Guides to select your favorite restaurant when traveling abroad or when visiting New York, Las Vegas or Los Angeles. And those of you who have been untouched by our current "lean times," probably look for those restaurants with a three-star rating, indicating that the restaurant offers … [Read more...] about Michelin Stars Dimmed by the Global Economic Crisis?
Palin Alaska Supreme Court Pick: 2nd Woman, Former Planned Parenthood Board Member
Alaska Governor Sarah Palin has selected Judge Morgan Christen to become an Alaska Supreme Court justice, the second woman ever named to that bench. From the Alaska Daily News (read the entire article, there's a lot of detail in it): Gov. Sarah Palin on Wednesday picked an Anchorage judge to fill the latest vacancy on the Alaska Supreme Court despite efforts by a … [Read more...] about Palin Alaska Supreme Court Pick: 2nd Woman, Former Planned Parenthood Board Member
Time for Mark Penn to Go
Dheeraj Chand has worked in Democratic polling since 2007, prior to which he was a political journalist, high school debate coach, and field operative for Democratic campaigns. His views do not necessarily reflect the opinions of TMV's editorial board or writers. _______________________________________________ By Dheeraj Chand I'm a little late to the fight … [Read more...] about Time for Mark Penn to Go
Quote of The Day: Why The Limbaugh Debate Matters To Republicans
Our Quote of the Day comes from conservative David Frum who says he stirred up a hornet's nest criticising conservative talk show host Rush Limbaugh in the recent controversy over whether Lmbaugh is the party's leader or RNC Chair Michael Steels. Frum argues that this is not a minor battle but entails party identity -- and the party's electoral future: What we are arguing … [Read more...] about Quote of The Day: Why The Limbaugh Debate Matters To Republicans
GM Auditors: Chapter 11 May Indeed Be In General Motors’ Future
GM auditors are now suggesting the megabailout may not be enough and that in the end a Chapter 11 may be in the legendary automakers' future: General Motors Corp.'s auditors have raised "substantial doubt" about the troubled automaker's ability to continue operations, and the company said it may have to seek bankruptcy protection if it can't execute a huge restructuring … [Read more...] about GM Auditors: Chapter 11 May Indeed Be In General Motors’ Future
“Bring Sean Home,” Now a Matter of State
Visit msnbc.com for Breaking News, World News, and News about the Economy In "Bring Sean Home" I wrote on the heart-rending story of an American father's, David Goldman, desperate fight to bring his son home, an 8-year old boy who is being held in Brazil in violation of all international norms, and human decency. NBC has been right on top of the story, all … [Read more...] about “Bring Sean Home,” Now a Matter of State
Missing Bill
Stephen Chapman misses him. So do I. Even during the 90's, when I was still an adamant Republican, I had great respect for President Clinton's modest approach to government -- an approach that stood in stark contrast to the immodesty with which he conducted the rest of his life. And yes, I thought the Republicans at the time were idots for trying to make Clinton's personal … [Read more...] about Missing Bill
White House in the Swing of Things
I don't know if we're going to find a solution to the nation's economic woes, a way to bring Iran to the table of sanity or ever reach bottom on the stock market or housing prices, but by golly we've managed to get a new swing set installed at the White House and it's only March 5. First daughters Malia and Sasha Obama got a big surprise after school Wednesday: a brand-new … [Read more...] about White House in the Swing of Things
A Rational, Affordable Process to Solve the Nation’s Banking Crisis
A Rational And Affordable Process To Solve The Nation's Banking Crisis by Marc Pascal Today all economic and financial experts are essentially baffled on how to proceed in cleaning up the remnants of the Gambling Casino that was once the U.S. banking and financial system. We have zombie banks (BoA, Citigroup, etc.) and a U.S.-owned insurance giant (AIG) that have turned … [Read more...] about A Rational, Affordable Process to Solve the Nation’s Banking Crisis
Gandhi Memorabilia Auction: The Countdown Begins
“Generations to come will scarce believe that such a one, as this (Gandhi), ever in flesh and blood walked upon this earth.” -- Albert Einstein Today "the sacred pieces of Indian heritage" would go to the highest bidder in the USA. These are Mahatma Gandhi's few surviving personal effects, including a pair of wire-rimmed spectacles, a Zenith pocket watch and a pair of … [Read more...] about Gandhi Memorabilia Auction: The Countdown Begins
Obama Twitters
Nate Beeler, The Washington Examiner This cartoon is copyrighted and licensed to appear on TMV. All Rights Reserved. Unauthorized reproduction prohibited. … [Read more...] about Obama Twitters
Mexico’s Violence Helps A Legit Business Boom
The business? The armored car business. The AP reports: Some stories to give you a perspective: --Minnesotans wonder: Is spring break in Mexico still safe? --Students advised not to vacation in Mexico --Mexico: Tourism strong despite violence, economy --Rosarito Beach mayor responds to U.S. agency's warning to stay away during spring break --Mexico sends troops to … [Read more...] about Mexico’s Violence Helps A Legit Business Boom
Some Republicans Say Democrats Said They Wanted Bush To Fail
But former Republican John Cole says he doesn't remember it that way at all, spells it out -- and says "Show me." A must read post. … [Read more...] about Some Republicans Say Democrats Said They Wanted Bush To Fail
Get Well Soon, Barbara Bush!
Word out today that former First Lady Barbara Bush is recovering from heart surgery. Doctors say that they replaced a heart valve because it was becoming a health risk. I am sure we can all put aside politics and wish her the speediest of recoveries. … [Read more...] about Get Well Soon, Barbara Bush!
State Lawmaker Seeks Legalization of Bloody Sport While Seeking a Ban on Barbie Dolls
The Assistant Majority Whip for the West Virginia House of Delegates, Jeff Eldridge (D-Lincoln), is simultaneously seeking to legalize "the emerging full-contact - and often bloody - sport of mixed martial arts" while also pushing to make it "unlawful to sell Barbie and similar dolls 'that promote or influence girls to place an undue importance on physical beauty to the … [Read more...] about State Lawmaker Seeks Legalization of Bloody Sport While Seeking a Ban on Barbie Dolls
This Just In!
This just in from investigative reporter Andy Borowitz: Limbaugh Rooting for Planet to Explode Could Help GOP, Radio Host Claims In remarks that seemed guaranteed to create controversy, conservative radio host Rush Limbaugh said today that he was "rooting for the planet Earth to explode" because it would help the GOP retake the White House. Mr. Limbaugh elaborated … [Read more...] about This Just In!
“Rushification” Is Inevitable Result of GOP Leaders’ Incompetence (Guest Voice)
Editor's Note: The Rush Limbaugh controversy continues to rage with lots of stories in the mainstream media, continued blog posts and major coverage on cable news channels and talk shows of the left and right. The following is an email release from veteran conservative Richard Viguerie. We're posting it in full here as a Guest Voice due to the interest in this story and … [Read more...] about “Rushification” Is Inevitable Result of GOP Leaders’ Incompetence (Guest Voice)
Get on Your Boots
So far, this is my favorite track on the newly released U2 album, No Line on the Horizon. I was looking for a live version I saw somewhere, though I don't think the one below is what I remember seeing. It's funny because while I prefer this live version to the recorded one on the CD, the harmonies here are definitely off. Perfection isn't always perfect. The melody for … [Read more...] about Get on Your Boots