In defending McCain's choice of Sarah Palin for Vice President of the United States, and in comparing her to Democratic Presidential candidate Barack Obama, Republicans continue to claim that Palin is much more qualified and much better prepared to be Vice President because of her superior "executive" experience. They also pooh-pooh Barack Obama's legislative experience both as … [Read more...] about Sarah Palin Much Better Qualified to Be President Than John McCain
Pakistan: Is Something Wrong With Zardari?
Well, the media has begun to scream about the mental health of the would-be president of Pakistan, Asif Ali Zardari. We are told that he is not only corrupt but is "mad" too. Pray tell us which leader in the world is sane and not corrupt??? Maybe the "corrupt" and the "mad" are better equipped to rule us all in the present times!!! Here is a sample of the hysteria in The … [Read more...] about Pakistan: Is Something Wrong With Zardari?
GOP Convention
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Faceplant: Rick Davis tells Wapo the campaign is “not about the issues”
McCain campaign manager Rick Davis, who recently won my award for Best Obama Surrogate by accusing Barack of playing politics with Hurricane Gustav has outdone himself today. Sitting down for a chat with the editorial board of the Washington Post, he uttered a line he will likely be choking on all through dinner tonight. Rick Davis, campaign manager for John McCain's … [Read more...] about Faceplant: Rick Davis tells Wapo the campaign is “not about the issues”
“The Voice,” Don LaFontaine Dies
Don LaFontaine passed away in LA today, after a protracted illness. He was 68 years old, a man of imposing body mass and a gruffness that hid an "I'm just jacking you around," sense of humor. He could say, "Pass the peas," and make it sound momentous or ominous. A deep baritone with clipped articulation: you'll recognize his voice immediately as the one used in thousands of … [Read more...] about “The Voice,” Don LaFontaine Dies
The Choice of Sarah Palin: A ‘Brilliant’ Political Play – O Globo of Brazil
Views of Sarah Palin from the British, Australians and New Zealand press have been generally, but not universally, skeptical. Here we have the views of O Globo of Brazil's chief international columnist William Waack - which is far less skeptical and far more impressed by McCain's role of the dice. Waack writes in part: "John McCain’s choice for a young (by political … [Read more...] about The Choice of Sarah Palin: A ‘Brilliant’ Political Play – O Globo of Brazil
Phil Gramm Strikes Again
Truly amazing... Earth To Phil Gramm: You are not helping John McCain get votes from people who are not ready to commit to voting for him. You are also an obstacle to any argument that McCain is ready to reach across the aisles. Mega-partisanship at its very worst, and it won't appeal to independent voters -- who may also be feeling the nation's economic crunch. … [Read more...] about Phil Gramm Strikes Again
Will McCain And GOP Make The News Media The Issue?
Republican certain Presidential nominee Sen. John McCain looks as if he may be heading towards a growing -- perhaps strategic -- confrontation with the press as it asks tougher questions. Will this become a theme of the GOP convention or surface occasionally in some campaign ads? It sounds like it could shape up that way -- as McCain advisers are taking on the media, which … [Read more...] about Will McCain And GOP Make The News Media The Issue?
Cartoonists View The Palin Controversy
The Ticket: David Fitzsimmons, The Arizona Star VP Qualifications: Eric Allie, Caglecartoons.com Pregnant Pause: Mike Lane, Cagle Cartoons … [Read more...] about Cartoonists View The Palin Controversy
A Palin No-Show Puts Some Republican Noses Out Of Joint
And one belongs to an influential woman named Phyllis Schlafly.... … [Read more...] about A Palin No-Show Puts Some Republican Noses Out Of Joint
Fred Thompson Brunches With Bloggers At The GOP Convention
Actor and former Presidential wannabe Fred Thompson had brunch with bloggers at the GOP convention, where he's expected to give a stemwinding speech tonight. Details at Booker Rising (one of TMV's favorite blogs) HERE. (Let's see...What does an actor have for brunch? Ham. What do surrogates on cable news shows have for lunch? Baloney. ) … [Read more...] about Fred Thompson Brunches With Bloggers At The GOP Convention
McCain Didn’t Google Deep Enough
A few months ago, the Republican candidate told backers that choosing a running mate was easy. "You know, basically it's a Google. What you can find out now on the Internet--it's remarkable." Now it appears that vetting his last-minute choice of Sarah Palin was no search engine slam dunk as a traffic jam of revelations clogs the path to her nomination and raises once again … [Read more...] about McCain Didn’t Google Deep Enough
Would McCain Have Picked Alaska Governor Barack Obama For His Running Mate?
One of the questions asked in "Answer Jake's Question" is: Would Sarah Palin, given her breadth of experience, history, views and issues, been selected by Sen. John McCain as his running mate if she were a man? It is an interesting, thought-provoking question that is getting lots of interesting responses in the comments section. As the (modified) saying goes, one good … [Read more...] about Would McCain Have Picked Alaska Governor Barack Obama For His Running Mate?
Poll: Obama’s Lead Over McCain Is Widening
New polls show Democratic Presidential nominee Senator Barack Obama widening his lead over Republican Sen. John McCain -- signs of either an Obama convention bounce or that McCain's pick of Gov. Sarah Palin as his Vice Presidential running mate has not done what that Arizona Senator had may have hoped it would do. Indeed, one development from one poll: balking Democrats are … [Read more...] about Poll: Obama’s Lead Over McCain Is Widening
On Taking Bets On How Long Palin Will Last On GOP Ticket As McCain Vice President Pick
A lively progressive blog is taking bets on how long GOP Vice Presidential candidate to be Gov. Sarah Palin lasts on the GOP ticket. Details HERE. UPDATE: More predictions are being taken here. My view? The economy is bad so this isn't the time to literally throw money away. In fact, for all of the consternation among Democrats and some independent voters about her lack … [Read more...] about On Taking Bets On How Long Palin Will Last On GOP Ticket As McCain Vice President Pick
For The Hard Times Ahead—Sarah Palin
I got it wrong in my last posting. At least, I got it partly wrong. I wrote then that Sarah Palin was unqualified to be Vice-President because she was unqualified to be President if the need arose. And that her selection on a McCain ticket was thus a grievous mistake. I still agree with the first part of that evaluation. She's certainly not qualified. But as for the … [Read more...] about For The Hard Times Ahead—Sarah Palin
Read My Lips (Guest Voice)
Scandal-tinged former Presidential candidate John Edwards is charging speaking fees higher than ever -- which inspires this Guest Voice by author Martha Randolph Carr. Guest Voice posts do not necessarily reflect those of The Moderate Voice or its writers: Read My Lips By Martha Randolph Carr Former presidential candidate, John Edwards really knows how to make lemonade … [Read more...] about Read My Lips (Guest Voice)
Palin Pregnant Daughter
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Meanwhile, in Japan…
Last night, Japan's "new" Prime Minister became their Ex-Prime Minister. More: Prime Minister Yasuo Fukuda announced on Monday night that he would resign, abruptly ending his chronically unpopular government after just a year and leaving Japan's governing party scrambling to find fresh leadership ahead of crucial national elections. Fukuda's surprise announcement, … [Read more...] about Meanwhile, in Japan…
When Peace Protesters Attack!
No, it's not a new Fox TV reality show. But my radio co-host Cindy is on the ground at the GOP convention in Minneapolis and has the video of some of the crazy goings on to be found outside the convention center. Take a look! UPDATE: I should have noted earlier that Cindy will be on the air with me again today on Mid Stream Radio at yet another different time... 2 pm … [Read more...] about When Peace Protesters Attack!