I generally agree with and commend Nicholas Kristof's very humanitarian and compassionate efforts, viewpoints and articles. But, this morning, with his New York Times column, "Racism Without Racists," he has really confused me. Kristof's column starts as follows: One of the fallacies this election season is that if Barack Obama is paying an electoral price for his skin … [Read more...] about On “Racism without Racists,” “Unconscious Discrimination,” and “Aversive Racists”
XDR-TB: Spread the Story. Stop the Disease.
The Boston Globe: Nachtwey's Wish: Awareness of XDR-TB Well-known and influential photojournalist James Nachtwey won the TED Prize last year, and as part of his award, he made a wish for help - help in bringing a story to light that he felt was important and under-reported. The subject of this story is a new, dangerous type of tuberculosis called Extreme Drug-Resistant … [Read more...] about XDR-TB: Spread the Story. Stop the Disease.
A Little Doo Wop For Your Sunday Smooth
Sunday is a day to kick back and relax and enjoy so.... … [Read more...] about A Little Doo Wop For Your Sunday Smooth
Less is More and the Ayers’ Association (Guest Voice)
Campaign 2008 is heating up and getting more negative than ever. In this Guest Voice post, Hunter Hatfield, who often comments on this site under the name Pacatrue, looks at some of the negatives being used in the email and now formal campaign against Democratic nominee Sen. Barack Obama. Less is More and the Ayers' Association by Hunter Hatfield Just a few days ago, I … [Read more...] about Less is More and the Ayers’ Association (Guest Voice)
Troy Anthony Davis: Grief and Rage are Not the Path to Justice
When the Supreme Court granted a stay of execution for Troy Anthony Davis less than two hours before he was scheduled to be put to death, the Associated Press reported that the victim's family seethed. With a Supreme Court decision expected tomorrow, Pulitzer Prize winning columnist Leonard Pitts argues today that sympathy for the family does not by itself lead to … [Read more...] about Troy Anthony Davis: Grief and Rage are Not the Path to Justice
What Do Sarah Palin And Dr. Siegal’s Cookie Diet Have In Common?
An interesting email from Dr. Siegal's Cookie Diet: What do Sarah Palin & Dr. Siegal’s Cookie Diet have in common? August 29th (the day Palin was announced as McCain's running mate)-- Dr. Siegal's Cookie Diet stood right in the middle of her & McCain as AOL's top search words!! Interesting indeed... So here is you chance for a caption for the photo above. (As … [Read more...] about What Do Sarah Palin And Dr. Siegal’s Cookie Diet Have In Common?
CNN Fact Check On Obama “Palling Around With Terrorists”
CNN's Political Ticker's Fact Check's conclusion: Verdict: False. There is no indication that Ayers and Obama are now "palling around," or that they have had an ongoing relationship in the past three years. Also, there is nothing to suggest that Ayers is now involved in terrorist activity or that other Obama associates are. Go to the link to read it all. … [Read more...] about CNN Fact Check On Obama “Palling Around With Terrorists”
The AP On The New McCain Palin Negative Campaign Obama Offensive
The AP's Douglas Daniel warns that the new negative offensive against Democratic presidential Sen. Barack Obama by Republican candidate Sen. John McCain and his campaign surrogate and Vice President Gov. Sarah Palin carries big political risks for McCain. … [Read more...] about The AP On The New McCain Palin Negative Campaign Obama Offensive
Obama Launches Ad And Preemptive Plans To Counter McCain Negative Offensive
Democratic presidential candidate Sen. Barack Obama will be airing an ad that is part of a preemptive political strike against several reports -- confirmed by campaign rhetoric over the past 48 hours -- that GOP Sen. John McCain's campaign is planning a major negative offensive to try and to make Obama himself the big election issue rather than the ailing economy. The … [Read more...] about Obama Launches Ad And Preemptive Plans To Counter McCain Negative Offensive
McCain Ad Slip-Up: Palin Praised By “Famous Person”
Garance Franke-Ruta and Krissah Williams Thompson of WaPo's The Trail, Friday: This morning on news sites, the McCain campaign appeared to be in need of a copy editor when it attributed a positive review of Alaska Gov. Sarah Palin's debate performance last night to a "Famous Person."The ad -- viewable here -- couples a photo of a smiling Palin with the quote: "She killed. It … [Read more...] about McCain Ad Slip-Up: Palin Praised By “Famous Person”
Poll: Obama Takes Big Lead In Battleground State Minnesota
It's important to note that, in the flood of polls, the ones that can be most significant are those reflecting a trend or that show a huge shift -- and a new poll shows a big shift in the battleground state of Minnesota: Democratic presidential candidate Barack Obama has opened up a commanding lead in Minnesota over Republican John McCain, according to a new Star Tribune … [Read more...] about Poll: Obama Takes Big Lead In Battleground State Minnesota
Hot Political Topics (Guest Cartoonist)
This is a Guest Cartoon by moderate cartoonist Tom Briscoe who will be joining TMV soon as a coblogger. … [Read more...] about Hot Political Topics (Guest Cartoonist)
Dear Sarah: The Bill Ayers Well Is Still Dry
And so in the first week of the last full month of the 2008 presidential campaign, a desperate John McCain has sent Sarah Paln back to the well to try to exploit the long-ago and passing relationship between Bill Ayers, the former Weather Underground fugitive foot soldier, and Barack Obama. This unholy alliance is back in the news not because of new revelations. We're still … [Read more...] about Dear Sarah: The Bill Ayers Well Is Still Dry
McCain, Ayers and the Hail William and Mary Pass
I've been loathe to tackle this subject in the past because it's a rather daunting proposition to wrap your arms around, but the genie is now out of the bottle. (Or perhaps it would be better said that the pit bull is out of the doghouse?) Since Sarah Palin dared infer the specter of Bill Ayers and his connections to Barack Obama on the campaign trail, it seems that everyone … [Read more...] about McCain, Ayers and the Hail William and Mary Pass
Concert Review: Martha Argerich, Charles Dutoit & Three Russian Classical Masters
I once had a dream in which two lions of classical music played the leading roles -- pianist Martha Argerich and conductor Charles Dutoit. The dream was set in the kitchen of a Mediterranean villa. Dutoit was backing out of the room as Argerich threw china plates from a sideboard at him. They missed their mark and only feelings seem to have been hurt. I know not whether … [Read more...] about Concert Review: Martha Argerich, Charles Dutoit & Three Russian Classical Masters
‘Consumer Reports’ Analyzes Obama and McCain Health Plans
The November issue of Consumer Reports, the publication of the independent Consumers Union, contains their analysis of the health care proposals of John McCain and Barack Obama. As the magazine points out, "both plans lack key details." But, considering what the candidates have said and filling in the blanks with plausible speculation based on the state plans on which Obama and … [Read more...] about ‘Consumer Reports’ Analyzes Obama and McCain Health Plans
Get Ready For The Spin (Guest Cartoonist)
This is a Guest Cartoon by moderate cartoonist Tom Briscoe who will be joining TMV soon as a coblogger. … [Read more...] about Get Ready For The Spin (Guest Cartoonist)
McCain Campaign Negativity Officially Now Hits New Low
As of today, not only are the gloves off, but so is any semblance that the McCain campaign is one that can end in a White House that unites the country and deals with opponents in a way other than polarizing demonization with this statement by Republican Vice Presidential candidate Gov. Sarah Palin. Readers can go to the link themselves since we don't like to advertise this … [Read more...] about McCain Campaign Negativity Officially Now Hits New Low
Hewitt vs. Hewitt on John McCain
In the waning days of the 2008 Presidential election, Republicans are manning the walls against waves of daunting news from the polls and a political climate where nothing seems to go in favor of the GOP. Clearly there is a need for a solid, trusted voice to shore-up support for John McCain as we prepare for the last two debates. Stepping into the breach is noted conservative … [Read more...] about Hewitt vs. Hewitt on John McCain
Left-Leaning Catholics Stir Debate
Last week was Pulpit Freedom Sunday. Someone should have told the Catholics: In Scranton, Pa., every Catholic attending Mass this weekend, will hear a special homily about next month’s election: Bishop Joseph Martino has ordered every priest in the diocese to read a letter warning that voting for a supporter of abortion rights amounts to endorsing “homicide.” The story is … [Read more...] about Left-Leaning Catholics Stir Debate