Daryl Cagle, MSNBC.com … [Read more...] about Gov. Blagojevich Senate Appointment
Happy New Year (?)
Larry Wright, The Detroit News … [Read more...] about Happy New Year (?)
Blagojevich Redux: ‘Info in Droves’
Per Ben Smith: ... a wired Chicago source emails that 'senior administration officials have been coming in to present info in droves since the arrest on 12/9. That’s the primary reason the indictment has been delayed.' Is anyone naïve enough to think those "droves" of "info" are good news for the Illinois Govenor? … [Read more...] about Blagojevich Redux: ‘Info in Droves’
New Year’s Resolutions and a New Year Thought for TMV
Greetings! Over the weekend, I will put together a "best of" and "worst of" list of the presidential campaign season, but today, as the year comes to an end, I want to throw out three items to everyone. Resolution #1: I will write a post three times a week and most of these will be germane to the mission of TMV. Of course, from time to time, you readers may not agree with … [Read more...] about New Year’s Resolutions and a New Year Thought for TMV
Nat Hentoff Laid Off from Venerable Village Voice Newspaper
Perhaps the layoff of this one person, Nat Hentoff, more than most others does indeed signal the end of an era....that newspapers are, like the day the whales with confused sonar beached themselves and lay on the shores, not dead, but gasping for air, yet being unable to back up and return to their home places where they could thrive. Look for more layoffs of prominent and … [Read more...] about Nat Hentoff Laid Off from Venerable Village Voice Newspaper
The International Economic Crisis Hits Another Country
The property boom in Spain ... Goes mainly down the drain. … [Read more...] about The International Economic Crisis Hits Another Country
The Bailout And The Poor CEOs
Some are living in abject poverty, as you can see here. It's so reassuring to see that corporate America insists upon consequences for less-than-stellar, bottom-line performance. … [Read more...] about The Bailout And The Poor CEOs
Quote Of The Day: The Difference Between Israel And Hamas
The international news-related quote of the day comes from Michael van der Galien at Poligazette: I've had numerous discussions with people, mostly fellow Muslims, in recent days about the Israeli attacks on Gaza and the civilian victims of these bombings. As these people point out to me, purposefully killing innocent people - especially children - is a major crime against … [Read more...] about Quote Of The Day: The Difference Between Israel And Hamas
New Year
Mike Keefe, The Denver Post … [Read more...] about New Year
Blagojevich: The Exponential Cynic?
So suggests the Sun Times ed board. H/t Ben Smith. … [Read more...] about Blagojevich: The Exponential Cynic?
Senator Burris: Much Ado About Little
Both here at TMV and in other locations across the intertubes I've been seeing all sorts of protestations, rending of clothing and gnashing of teeth regarding Rod Blagojevich's decision to appoint Roland Burris to the now-vacant Senate seat once occupied by President Elect Obama, who has himself termed the choice unacceptable. Harry Reid and the Senate Democrats are claiming … [Read more...] about Senator Burris: Much Ado About Little
A Proposal For Mr. Burris
I have no idea how many people actually read our blog or my own little section of it (hopefully my efforts do not detract too much from my far more talented colleagues). But on the off chance than someone who reads this has the ability to forward it to Senator Designate Burris, I have a proposal for him to ponder. By all accounts Mr. Burris has been a dedicated public … [Read more...] about A Proposal For Mr. Burris
Shawn Goldsmith: A Scouting Legend
Shawn Goldsmith, a Long Island teenager, has earned a place of pride in the history of Scouting. The Associated Press reports that the young lad has earned all 121 merit badges offered by the Boy Scouts of America. "It's an accomplishment the local arm of the organization calls 'an almost unheard-of feat'." Being an avid follower of the Scout movement worldwide and an old … [Read more...] about Shawn Goldsmith: A Scouting Legend
Music Review: “Still Swinging In Texas”
I thought I'd write my last post of the year on TMV on a subject I am not an expert on. ("What else is new?", you say). The subject is music, more specifically "Western Swing and Country Music." Although I am not an expert in music, especially Country and Western music, I don't let such a little thing keep me from recognizing and enjoying such fine music or from telling … [Read more...] about Music Review: “Still Swinging In Texas”
Buried By The Times
John Cole, The Scranton Times-Tribune … [Read more...] about Buried By The Times
Burris May Get Cut Off At The Pass
Fellow blogger Tony Campbell has already posted on the issues the Senate might face in trying to block the seating of Senate appointee Burris. However a new wrinkle has entered the fray as Illinois Secretary of State Jesse White has indicated that he may refuse to certify the appointment, which is required by Senate Rules. If White does refuse to certify the appointment, … [Read more...] about Burris May Get Cut Off At The Pass
NASA is NEP (Not Exactly Prompt)
I wish I had six years to finish work reports. Of course, our reports aren't 400 pages long. Then again, I have a team of three, and I suspect NASA has a few more. Is this seriously the best the agency can do? … [Read more...] about NASA is NEP (Not Exactly Prompt)
Why Thanks Folks!
On behalf of my fellow bloggers here at The Moderate Voice, we humbly thank you, our readers, for nominating us for the 2008 Weblog Awards. We are a finalist for Best Major Blog (Authority over 1001). The category looks like this: Best Major Blog (Authority over 1001) Outside the Beltway Dark Roasted Blend cjane enjoy it The Moderate … [Read more...] about Why Thanks Folks!
Why Barack Obama Is A “Magic Negro”
I've been mentally laughing uncontrollably due to the recent re-hashing of the Barack The Magic Negro tune and resulting commentary. I thought the song was funny back then and I still think it is funny. Why would this black guy find the song funny? One, because I have a jailhouse brand of humor at times and two, because any honest black person knows that many folks in the … [Read more...] about Why Barack Obama Is A “Magic Negro”
The Minimum Wage – Bad for the Middle Class
The theory behind the minimum wage is simple; to make sure that everyone with a job makes at least enough to get by. It is the right thing to do, right? Everyone needs a livable wage, right? Sure, but only if they earn it, right? Basic Economics: A product’s price is determined by the market, not the cost to make it. The profit a company makes on the product is determined … [Read more...] about The Minimum Wage – Bad for the Middle Class