The political Quote of the Day comes from unsuccessful 2008 Republican Presidential candidate Arizona Sen. John McCain, whose words won't make Rush Limbaugh and Sean Hannity happy as the two talk show hosts continue demonizing Democrats in general and President Barack Obama in particular. He told CNN's Larry King: MCCAIN: ...with the challenges that the country faces now -- … [Read more...] about Senator John McCain, Mega Partisanship And Rush Limbaugh
US to Solve Chinese Economic Crisis
There is an old saying, “Follow the Money.” The current stimulus package is going to provide tax credits to everyone, even those who pay no taxes. What happens when you give people money? They buy stuff, which is good for the economy, right? Well we have a huge trade deficit and most of the consumer goods that will be purchased with this money are made in China and other … [Read more...] about US to Solve Chinese Economic Crisis
Obama Says No to the Party of No
At the White House yesterday, the President made it clear that his Inaugural message to Muslims "on the wrong side of history"--that "we will extend a hand if you are willing to unclench your fist"--applies to Congressional Republicans as well. Responding to Rep. Eric Cantor's objection to the proposal to increase benefits for low-income workers who don't owe federal income … [Read more...] about Obama Says No to the Party of No
Less Toxic Rhetoric: Maybe, Maybe, Maybe
I've taken some heat for a comment I made in Joe Gandelman's article entitled "The Demonization Of Obama Escalates While GOP Congressional Leaders Drag Their Heels". Here is the comment I made: I figured this would happen after Republicans and Conservatives endured 8 years of hyper toxic language from the Left concerning former President Bush. Even if President Obama … [Read more...] about Less Toxic Rhetoric: Maybe, Maybe, Maybe
Governor Soprano Loses His Lawyer
You would think that things could not get much worse for Governor Soprano these days. Here is a many who has been abandoned by virtually everyone connected with his political career. Both the President of the United States and Rush Limbaugh have called him a disgrace and a crook (and to get the two of them on the same side these days is quite an achievement). With all due … [Read more...] about Governor Soprano Loses His Lawyer
Obama’s Strength in the Red States
The polling numbers for Obama are phenomenal nationwide - ranging from the low 60s to the low 80s, depending on the pollster. What's most striking are the numbers in red states - and in red regions of states. My home state of Tennessee voted for McCain by 57-42. Obama's job approval before the election was 45% in Tennessee. Today, it's 60%. In Texas it's 62%. I don't … [Read more...] about Obama’s Strength in the Red States
In Defense of Partisanship
Lots of folks across the political spectrum hemmed and hawed at Rush Limbaugh's statement that he hoped Barack Obama fails. I don't think there's anything wrong with what Limbaugh says. His ideas for the country are completely different than Obama's. If Obama fails, Limbaugh looks prescient. If Obama succeeds, Limbaugh looks like a fool. Why back down from ideas you believe in … [Read more...] about In Defense of Partisanship
Brief Round Up of Reaction to Windows 7 Beta
David Pogue (above) likes it. His print column on Windows 7. Endgadget has benchmarks galore, "it looks like XP is still the outright speed champ on current hardware." Here's 7 v Vista and 7 v XP. CNet's Don Reisinger has been using Windows 7 beta for a while, "he's surprised to say that he's excited for the final release." ArsTechnica has an in-depth tour, "the major work in … [Read more...] about Brief Round Up of Reaction to Windows 7 Beta
Obama Scraps Controversial Bush “Mexico City” Abortion Funds Policy
President Barack Obama has moved to scuttle one of former President George Bush's most controversial anti-abortion actions: President Barack Obama on Friday struck down the Bush administration's ban on giving federal money to international groups that perform abortions or provide abortion information — an inflammatory policy that has bounced in and out of law for the past … [Read more...] about Obama Scraps Controversial Bush “Mexico City” Abortion Funds Policy
Did You Know That The Republicans Left The Economy “Robust And Strong?”
The National Republican Congressional Committee says so on its website: Thanks to Republican economic policies, the U.S. economy is robust and job creation is strong. Oh. Republican tax cuts are creating jobs and continuing to strengthen the economy, yet there is still more to do so that every American who wants a job can find one. Congressional Republicans … [Read more...] about Did You Know That The Republicans Left The Economy “Robust And Strong?”
In the Spirit of Bipartisanship and Change…
Yesterday, TMV published a guest voice column by Michael Reagan roundly criticizing President Obama's inaugural address. While I disagreed with his entire column (I thought Obama's speech was "magnificent"), I took particular umbrage at the following comment: The difference between the two men was that my dad believed everything he said all the way to the core of his … [Read more...] about In the Spirit of Bipartisanship and Change…
Stimulus Plan A Huge Gamble
If haste makes waste, then the Democrats' proposed $825 billion economic stimulus bill if approved in its present form is in for a barrel of troubles. President Barack Obama after meeting with Congressional leaders Friday said the stimulus plan is on target for passage by Feb. 16. No question there is a need for speed as the economy continues to spin in a downward … [Read more...] about Stimulus Plan A Huge Gamble
The Debt Song Of The Potomac
The Debt Song Of The Potomac On the shores of the Potomac By this river’s murky waters Policy is shaped and crafted Opposition views ignored. In the chambers of the mighty Where once issues were debated When the deficit is mentioned Legislators just look bored. Will such policies so ditzy Be allowed to last forever Will our Asian banker lenders And the markets … [Read more...] about The Debt Song Of The Potomac
The Demonization Of Obama Escalates While GOP Congressional Leaders Drag Their Heels
And so the demonization escalates as you can see here. Note to Republicans who choose to go this route. There are a lot of independent voters who are truly tired of this kind of rhetoric and will not cast their vote for a party that indulges in it or encourages it. The fact is: Barack Obama has not even been in office a week yet. Give it a rest. There will be plenty of time … [Read more...] about The Demonization Of Obama Escalates While GOP Congressional Leaders Drag Their Heels
Obama Gets His Mega-Secure BlackBerry
See what happens when you have a little influence? President Barack Obama's long, feared nightmare is now over: he will get to be the will be the first president to use a BlackBerry while in the White House -- and by all accounts he is Berry Berry happy. ABC reports: Since winning the election, Obama has argued that he should be allowed to bring his BlackBerry to the Oval … [Read more...] about Obama Gets His Mega-Secure BlackBerry
New York Senator On Friday? (UPDATED)
Yep, it's Gillibrand. News reports are indicating that the seat vacated by Secretary Of State Clinton will be filled by New York Governor Paterson sometime on Friday. With Caroline Kennedy out of the running the front runners are Attorney General Andrew Cuomo and Congresswoman Kirsten Gillibrand but I would not rule out a dark horse. Kennedy reportedly dropped out for the … [Read more...] about New York Senator On Friday? (UPDATED)
How Bad Is The Economic Crisis?
Who ever thought it would come to this? … [Read more...] about How Bad Is The Economic Crisis?
A Song For Our Times: Financial Crisis Revisited
A song for our times: Financial Crisis Revisited byThe Astroturf: … [Read more...] about A Song For Our Times: Financial Crisis Revisited
Ideas Have Consequences: The Closing of Guantanamo
Someone in the Obama Administration has to be thinking this was just bad timing: The emergence of a former Guantánamo Bay detainee as the deputy leader of Al Qaeda’s Yemeni branch has underscored the potential complications in carrying out the executive order President Obama signed Thursday that the detention center be shut down within a year. The militant, Said Ali … [Read more...] about Ideas Have Consequences: The Closing of Guantanamo
Carping About Caroline Kennedy
If she ever had doubts about getting into the rough-and-tumble of politics, the mean-spirited aftermath of JFK's daughter's withdrawal from seeking Hillary Clinton's Senate seat should reinforce her decision. Governor David Paterson's aides are anonymously attacking Caroline Kennedy (“The fiasco of the last 24 hours reinforced why the governor never intended to choose her”) … [Read more...] about Carping About Caroline Kennedy