I don't even know what I'm talking about. I don't understand sports very well other than watching the profound dance of the athletes who for mere moments seem like gods who can run, jump, leap, dive faster than any mere human I've ever known. Right now at Super Bowl, we're first and 20 from the twelve, 2.20 minutes left in the fourth This guy in dreads had just ran like … [Read more...] about Super Bowl, Just Wow
The Daschle Disappointment
When he left the Senate as Minority Leader in 2005, Tom Daschle was a man of modest means with a good reputation. Four years later, he is the wealthy and beleaguered Obama choice to overhaul America's health care system. The verdict on his nomination is in doubt (the Senate has a tradition of taking care of its own), but the trajectory of his life over the past four years is … [Read more...] about The Daschle Disappointment
Around The Sphere
Our linkfest taking you to sites of varying viewpoints. Links do not necessarily reflect the views of TMV or its writers. "My Name Is Barack Obama and I'm copyrighted!!" How Will The Obama Administration Differ From The Bush Administration: You may answer "Let me count the ways!" But The Glittering Eye's always perceptive Dave Schuler gives you some thoughtful ones. A … [Read more...] about Around The Sphere
Collins (R) and Nelson (D) Work To Create Bipartisan Stimulus Bill For Senate
Just in case you have concluded that Democratic Speaker of the House Nancy Pelosi, conservative talk show host Rush "I want him to fail" Limbaugh, and House "We Want Smaller Government And Less Government Spending (but we'll make an exception when OUR guy is in power) Republicans reflect the only attitudes on the proposed economic stimulus bill, there is some good news today -- … [Read more...] about Collins (R) and Nelson (D) Work To Create Bipartisan Stimulus Bill For Senate
Wall Street Bonuses
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Selected Headlines from the Foreign Press About the United States
With excerpts, these are a few of the global headlines about the United States posted by WORLDMEETS.US within the last 48 hours: Liberation, France: By Sounding So European, Obama Challenges Europe Here, Bernard Guetta, a member of Liberation's board of trustees, warns Europe that just as Bush's failure to lead the free world forced Europe to step up, Obama's promise … [Read more...] about Selected Headlines from the Foreign Press About the United States
More On Pajamas Media Pulling The Plug On Its Blogger Ad Network
Just in case you got the impression that every progressive was opening a bottle of champagne and gloating because Pajamas Media has in essence deep-sixed its bloggers that signed on with them -- think again. The BEST POST YET on Pajamas Media is THIS ONE written by Talk Left's Jeralyn. No gloating. She sets a tone that is admirable and has some specific advice for the … [Read more...] about More On Pajamas Media Pulling The Plug On Its Blogger Ad Network
Live Superbowl Party and Online Chat
If you're going to be home and near your computer today and are interested in the upcoming spectacle of the Superbowl, you may want to drop by the Hot Air Live Football Site, where chatizens of all stripes will be making the usual jokes, cheering for their favorite team and discussing whatever comes to mind. I'll be moderating the chat to keep out the overly abusive and … [Read more...] about Live Superbowl Party and Online Chat
Obama’s Comedy Routine Wows Them At Alfalfa Club Dinner
Comedy Central, here he comes! By all reports, President Barack Obama's comedy routine at the Alfalfa Club Dinner -- an annual event packed with political and media bigwigs that's supposed to be off-the-record but part of it always leaks out -- wowed 'em. USA Today's The Oval blog has this great roundup of the event which includes some of Obama's jokes. Here's are some … [Read more...] about Obama’s Comedy Routine Wows Them At Alfalfa Club Dinner
The Sadly Obligatory “Obama Hates White Rednecks and Wants Them to Die” Post
I suppose we all knew this was coming. Disaster has struck the South in the form of an ice storm which has shut down power and most all infrastructure and services, leaving many residents of Kentucky in dire straits. MARION, Ky. – In some parts of rural Kentucky, they're getting water the old-fashioned way — with pails from a creek. There's not room for one more sleeping … [Read more...] about The Sadly Obligatory “Obama Hates White Rednecks and Wants Them to Die” Post
Palin, Others, Seeking Federal Dole Dollars Again
At least for the moment, it seems that Republicans are presenting a unified front in decrying the proposed Federal stimulus package currently under consideration. In fact, newly minted RNC chairman Michael Steele praised the failure of any House Republicans to vote for the package, saying that the "Goose egg was just beautiful." So it would come as no surprise if many GOP … [Read more...] about Palin, Others, Seeking Federal Dole Dollars Again
Going Deep on the Super Bowl (Guest Voice)
What is the Superbowl? In this Guest Voice post, Tom Purcell says the Superbowl is a celebration of the American spirit -- and that it has special relevance in Febuary 2009. Going Deep on the Super Bowl by Tom Purcell There's a reason the Super Bowl is such a big deal. There is no city in the country in which it is a bigger deal this year than in Pittsburgh. I was … [Read more...] about Going Deep on the Super Bowl (Guest Voice)
Republicans – Ha Ha Ha
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Roger Simon Explains What Happened With Pajamas Media’s Blogger Ad Network
Read it in full HERE. See our earlier post for background. … [Read more...] about Roger Simon Explains What Happened With Pajamas Media’s Blogger Ad Network
Most Republican Governors Back Congress Passing The Stimulus Plan
What is WRONG with these Republican Governors? Haven't they been listening to Rush Limbaugh? Or do they have some things that Rush doesn't have at his microphone and that Congressmen elected to conservative districts don't have -- such as responsibilities to broad-based constituencies and a responsibility as administrators and problem solvers, versus practitioners of … [Read more...] about Most Republican Governors Back Congress Passing The Stimulus Plan
Building A Progressive Republican Movement: An Interivew with Travis Johnson
Note: This is an interview I did back in November and is also found on my blog, NeoMugwump. A few weeks ago, I got an invite to join a group on Facebook called Progressive Republicans. The group was described as "...Republicans interested in social justice, civil rights and a clean environment as well as a small government and strong national defense." I was curious about … [Read more...] about Building A Progressive Republican Movement: An Interivew with Travis Johnson
Quote for the Week
"America is not turning Democratic because Americans have suddenly become liberals. America is no more liberal than it is conservative. Most Americans are not ideological at all -- and they gravitate to the less ideological party, to the party that seems businesslike, sensible, and responsible. (Or anyway: less profligate, less heedless, and less irresponsible.) For most of the … [Read more...] about Quote for the Week
Subbing Steele for Sarah: Lipstick on a Pig Coming from GOP Again
Here's an interesting exchange in an NPR story on the Michael Steele selection for chair of the Republican National Committee: The consensus emerging from Friday's gathering was that though the party clearly needs some major cosmetic surgery, its basic tenets are just fine. "Our core beliefs don't differ from most Americans'," said Kevin DeWine, chairman of the Ohio … [Read more...] about Subbing Steele for Sarah: Lipstick on a Pig Coming from GOP Again
Food Fight: Italy Begins Banning Foreign Foods
Cities in Italy have begun banning kebabs and other foreign foods, in what they say is an attempt to "promote local specialties from the growing popularity of ethnic cuisines." To be more specific, new ethnic food outlets are not allowed, and existing establishments are pressured to use only Italian ingredients. The recipe for this ridiculousness is simple: Mix a little … [Read more...] about Food Fight: Italy Begins Banning Foreign Foods
Playing By Wall Street Rules
Most Americans are outraged by the size of Wall Street bonuses, and the fact that they have been paid even when company performances have been sub-ghastly, and while some firms are still only in business because of government bailouts. Wall Streeters nonetheless continue to defend these bonuses with a variety of rationales. Who's right in this debate? Well, it really … [Read more...] about Playing By Wall Street Rules