It has been said over and over by newspaper people recently that the newspaper biz ain't what it used to be....and neither is the newsmagazine biz...and now it turns out neither is the wire service biz: the AP reportedly plans to trim its workforce by 10 percent: Reuters quotes sources at AP who were present when AP Chief Executive Tom Curley delivered the news as part of … [Read more...] about Continued Problems In Journalismland: AP To Cut 10 Percent Of Workforce
Team Of Rivals
John Darkow, Columbia Daily Tribune, Missouri … [Read more...] about Team Of Rivals
Divided Republican Party: Quo Vadis, GOP? (Guest Voice)
In this Guest Voice by Michael Reagan, the popular conservative talk radio host and son of former President Ronald Reagan, warns that a divided GOP may not be a victorious GOP. Guest Voice posts do not necessarily reflect the opinion of TMV or its writers. Quo Vadis, GOP? by Michael Reagan Before the Republican Party even begins to think about curing what ails it, … [Read more...] about Divided Republican Party: Quo Vadis, GOP? (Guest Voice)
Sabato’s Crystal Ball: Lessons Spoke to Nation’s Mood
Larry J. Sabato: LESSONS SPOKE TO NATION'S MOOD This article is republished courtesy of the Richmond Times-Dispatch. As routine as elections may seem, they are the seminal events in the life of a democracy. Campaigns and elections not only set the direction of the Republic, they also shed light on America's political health. Every November we have the opportunity to … [Read more...] about Sabato’s Crystal Ball: Lessons Spoke to Nation’s Mood
Deciphering ‘Yes We Can’ for the Leaders of France: Liberation of France
You might think that the phrase 'Yes We Can' is fairly self explanatory. Apparently not! At least not in France, where the newspaper Liberation found it necessary to publish this article to try and explain the meaning and significance of this people-empowering concept to French leaders. The article By Michael Foessel, Fracoise Gaillard and Myriam d'Allonnes says in … [Read more...] about Deciphering ‘Yes We Can’ for the Leaders of France: Liberation of France
Pentagon Cyber Network Attacked by Devastating Virus
According to Fox news, the Pentagon's computer network has been breached, but to what extent is not clear. Unnamed sources are speaking about 'a devastating virus.' Orders have been given to cease using all phone drives and other external drives. One wonders about what billy goat gruff has not been leaving his/ her dorm while eating delivery pizza for breakfast, lunch and … [Read more...] about Pentagon Cyber Network Attacked by Devastating Virus
Why Would Anyone Want to Assassinate Barack Obama?: Argumenty i Facty, Russia
Among the articles WORLDMEETS.US has been working on today, is this from Russia's Argumenty i Facty about who and why would want to do away with President-elect Obama, and could they succeed in doing so? It's an uncomfortable subject - but it's very much part of the global public narrative. As is the habit of Argumenty i Facty, the newspaper sought out three Russian … [Read more...] about Why Would Anyone Want to Assassinate Barack Obama?: Argumenty i Facty, Russia
The Moderate Voice is Psychoanalyzed By RoboShrink
I hope during a season of so serious news and push-pull, this will make you laugh. Long ago, the American Psychological Association looked askance and considered it a breach of ethics for shrinks to psychologically advise callers on the radio. Dr. Laura has been grieved against in many states for 'practicing without a license via radio' in the state the program is heard. … [Read more...] about The Moderate Voice is Psychoanalyzed By RoboShrink
Napolitano Set For Homeland Security?
Word coming in today is that Arizona Governor Janet Napolitano is set to be President-Elect Obama's choice for Homeland Security Chief. Word is that she is interested. This is a somewhat logical choice given her background as a border-state governor and her work with Republicans in Arizona but it is interesting from a political standpoint. If she leaves to go to Washington … [Read more...] about Napolitano Set For Homeland Security?
On Elder Care & Filial Repsonsibility
A comfortably well-off Christian conservative relative recently described over dinner an intention to "legally" move all of his assets into his childrens' names. He and hs wife would then collect Medicaid through their last months on earth. In this way they would not be a "burden to the children." I was mystified as to how he justified this on moral grounds, considering his … [Read more...] about On Elder Care & Filial Repsonsibility
“Worst Crash Since The Great Depression”
Well it's official. Going by the S&P (which is a far better barometer of the stock market than the Dow) we are in the worst bear market since the Great Depression. (h/t Calculated Risk) The number by itself is rather trivial, to me what is far more alarming is how quickly it has plunged and how anemic any rebound attempts have been. The crashes of '87 and even '29 … [Read more...] about “Worst Crash Since The Great Depression”
Missouri: Promoting Diversity Key to Reclaiming Bellwether Crown
As political junkies know, Missourians are very good at picking presidents. From 1904 to 2004, they sided with the winner in every race except 1956. That record explains why presidential candidates often visit Missouri, and why their campaigns spend heavily in the state. Of course, all of that is now at risk. The 2008 election ended November 4, but it was not until … [Read more...] about Missouri: Promoting Diversity Key to Reclaiming Bellwether Crown
Gallup Poll: Republican Party’s Image Is Worsening
A new Gallup Poll finds the Republican Party's image has worsened since its big election day defeat which saw Democratic candidate Barack Obama elected to the White House and the Democrats increasing their Congressional majorities. The number marks a new low for the GOP in Gallup polling: The Republican Party's image has gone from bad to worse over the past month, as only … [Read more...] about Gallup Poll: Republican Party’s Image Is Worsening
Sullivan at His Best: ‘Coexist with Mutual Respect’
Andrew Sullivan lost me for awhile during what I consider his "Palin Fixation Period," or PFP for those who may be taking notes. Thankfully, Andrew now seems to be on the road to recovery, and in a post today -- regarding marriage equality and related subjects -- he reminded me why I consider him one of the leading thinkers and authors of our time; not to mention, one hell of … [Read more...] about Sullivan at His Best: ‘Coexist with Mutual Respect’
Gallup Poll: Clinton As Secretary Of State OK For Most Americans
About a week ago the big question was "Will he or won't he?" Will President Elect Barack Obama offer former Democratic nomination party rival Sen. Hillary Clinton the Secretary of State job or not? Then reports surfaced that he did. Now the question is: "Will she or won't she?" Will Hillary Clinton ACCEPT any firm offer that's made? Some think the Clintons are injecting … [Read more...] about Gallup Poll: Clinton As Secretary Of State OK For Most Americans
Chicago’s Public-School Chief Favored to Head Dept. of Ed
A couple days ago I posted on rumors that Margaret Spellings would be stepping down early. Today The Chronicle reports on speculation around Obama's pick to replace her: Since Monday of last week, the [Thomas B. Fordham] institute’s vice president for national programs and policy, Michael J. Petrilli, has been compiling a daily “tracking poll” in which he and nine other … [Read more...] about Chicago’s Public-School Chief Favored to Head Dept. of Ed
What About Props 1, 2, and 102?
I'm seeing a lot of petitions going around here on the East coast in reaction to Prop 8, which banned gay marriage in California, most with vague calls to "repeal Prop 8" and no specific indication of how or even to whom the petition will ultimately be sent. Young liberals are fired up and ready to fight for gay rights, but for the most part the movement seems directionless and … [Read more...] about What About Props 1, 2, and 102?
Rival, Retreads and Other Irrelevance
As he picks Rahm Emanuel, Eric Holder, Tom Daschle and flirts with the former First Lady, there is a predictable chorus of criticism that going back to the Clinton years is not the change Barack Obama promised in his campaign. Some of that was heard when he chose Joe Biden as his running mate, but Obama's goal all along was to persuade voters wary of his inexperience that … [Read more...] about Rival, Retreads and Other Irrelevance
Around The Sphere
Our famous linkfest taking you to websites of many different viewpoints, all over the world. There's Huge Interest In Obama In Europe and The Brussels Journal has some thoughts on why. How Far Have Newspapers Fallen In How Much Do They Really Value Reporters in a time of (limited) buyouts and (increasingly bigger) budget slashing? JUST READ THIS. President Elect Barack … [Read more...] about Around The Sphere
More on Pirates at Sea
Following up on Joe's post yesterday about the return of the pirates, Jonathan Stevenson says it's time for an anti-piracy coalition of the willing. Somali pirates have been responsible for 84 attacks in 2008 alone--a 75% increase on the 2007 pace: Given their range of targets, one might think that they are suicidally determined to antagonize as many major powers as possible, … [Read more...] about More on Pirates at Sea