As I have been watching the campaign coverage, I have tried to get a variety of viewpoints by switching between CNN, Fox, MSNBC and the other major networks. I've come to expect Fox to be conservative, CNN to be somewhat mixed and MSNBC to be liberal. Because I like Chris Matthews and think that the speed and quality of MSNBC coverage is a tad better than the others, I have … [Read more...] about MSNBC Loses It
The Obama Speech
Well, if you didn't know where Barack Obama stood, you can't say that after tonight. Obama did a very good job of defining who he was as opposed to John McCain. My initial thoughts: While I may disagree with Obama, it was nice to hear when he accepted the nomination. The Dream really was realized a little bit tonight. Obama talked about tax cuts for 95 percent of … [Read more...] about The Obama Speech
My Kind of Stars in Denver
As I am writing this, Barack Obama has not yet made his acceptance speech. I know that his speech will be the highlight of the Convention. I know he will hit it out of the (Invesco) park. However, I just saw dozens of retired generals and admirals appear on stage at Invesco Field in Denver in support of Senator Barack Obama. Now, to be fair, I could not hear what these … [Read more...] about My Kind of Stars in Denver
A Little Diversion
In the midst of the two weeks of Conventions I thought we could all use a smile. … [Read more...] about A Little Diversion
Is it Quaylenty?
No, I don't know yet who John McCain will pick for his Vice President. But buzz has picked up considerably today that he will select Minnesota Governor Tim Pawlenty. If you want the basic skinny on Pawlenty, see here. He is a very right-wing governor elected in 2002 with 44% of the vote and re-elected with 46.7% of the vote in 2006. A third party candidate allowed Pawlenty … [Read more...] about Is it Quaylenty?
‘The Long Shadow of the Clintons:’ Germany’s Frankfurter Rundschau
Hillary Clinton did what she had to do ... Have the Clintons now gotten out of Obama's way once and for all? Not by a long-shot, according to Dietmar Ostermann of Germany's Frankfurter Rundschau. Ostermann writes somewhat ominously about Hillary's speech at the convention: "No one was deceived: Hillary Clinton did what she had to do for her party of U.S. Democrats: she has … [Read more...] about ‘The Long Shadow of the Clintons:’ Germany’s Frankfurter Rundschau
Some live chat during the Obama speech
By way of Ustream TV, you can take part in live chats during internet television shows. One of these is the daily show by my friend Ed Morrissey of Hot Air. (Yes, yes... I know. But believe it or not, some liberal, moderate, independent and libertarian types hang out there as well, though not as many Obama fans, I'll admit.) During Obama's speech tonight, there will be a live … [Read more...] about Some live chat during the Obama speech
Blogging As A Career…What?
For the past two or three years that I have been blogging, I had been under the impression that one contributes to the blogs only out of conviction or for personal satisfaction, thrills, kicks, barking or whatever...because there isn't any money in blogging. There maybe some exceptions...but I would presume that more than 90 per cent bloggers don't find it monetarily … [Read more...] about Blogging As A Career…What?
How the Parties Will Short-Sheet the System in Texas
Take a look at this page from the state of Texas and you will note something odd. (In case you don't care to click through the jump, I'll put in a small screen capture for you.) This is the list of valid candidates on the ballot in Texas for this fall. (Click for full size image.) The odd thing you may note is that there is only one name present in the race for president. … [Read more...] about How the Parties Will Short-Sheet the System in Texas
Say Hello to Obama-Texting!
How do you feel about spam on your cell phone? Once I got a text message from "Brianna" who "wanted to meet me" and I did not appreciate the porn spam. I've heard this story twice on NPR this afternoon and think it's a terrible idea. If I heard this correctly, the Obama campaign will text-message its supporters and ask them to text-message everyone on their cell phone's … [Read more...] about Say Hello to Obama-Texting!
Class Amidst the Storm
This is turning into a down and dirty fight to the finish for the White House, but each side may still show their moments of grace. Perhaps John McCain read Tony Campell's post earlier. Perhaps he just outflanked the worries of our Editor, Joe Gandelman. No matter what the cause, McCain is indeed releasing a new ad on the evening that Barack Obama accepts the nomination of his … [Read more...] about Class Amidst the Storm
Some Clinton Donors Are Now Taking Out Their Checkbooks
...and writing checks to guess who.. … [Read more...] about Some Clinton Donors Are Now Taking Out Their Checkbooks
McCain Faces New Gramm-Like “Unpaid” Adviser Flap
First there was Republican certain-nominee Sen. John McCain's problem with his (former but perhaps future) adviser Phil Gramm, who said the U.S. is merely in a "mental recession" and is a country populated by whiners. Now there's THIS. … [Read more...] about McCain Faces New Gramm-Like “Unpaid” Adviser Flap
VP Rumors
Reports are coming in that Minnesota Governor Tim Pawlenty has canceled his schedule for today, including several media interviews. Some have speculated this could be a tip-off that he will be McCain's running mate. Pawlenty has been in Denver as part of the GOP response team. Of course this could also be a head-fake or simply a coincidence. As host for the GOP convention … [Read more...] about VP Rumors
Backstage At The Democratic National Convention
RJ Matson, The St. Louis Post Dispatch … [Read more...] about Backstage At The Democratic National Convention
About the Convention Tonight, and Against “Conventional” Wisdom
Tonight, Barack Obama ---half black, half white---steps up to the podium in Denver to accept the nomination of the Democratic Party for President of The United States. Whether by coincidence or not, his acceptance speech comes exactly 45 years to the day after Martin Luther King Jr. gave his momentous, unforgettable “I Have a Dream” speech. Yesterday, here in Texas, we … [Read more...] about About the Convention Tonight, and Against “Conventional” Wisdom
Gallup Poll: An Obama Convention Bounce?
Is Democratic Presidential nominee Barack Obama getting a modest convention bounce? It depends on the poll, and the eye of the beholder. Gallup now shows Obama with a 6 point lead over rival Republican Senator John McCain. Rasmussen: with a one point lead. Democratic candidate Barack Obama has gained ground in the latest Gallup Poll Daily tracking average from Monday, … [Read more...] about Gallup Poll: An Obama Convention Bounce?
HOPE: Just For A Moment: Away From The Democratic Convention
This is the annual Crow Fair at Crow Agency, Montana. Normally, some of us would be there. But, this year, we've sent word to ask for prayers for a loved one who is struggling. My grandmother, an old believer, used to say, "There is no distance at all in between hearts in prayer." The Crow live, as you see, with a mix of modern pick-up truck steeds, and work/heart … [Read more...] about HOPE: Just For A Moment: Away From The Democratic Convention
McCain’s Two Front Plan To Nudge In On Obama Speech Airtime
There are increasingly strong signs now that Republican Presidential nominee-to-be Sen. John McCain plans to axe the longstanding political tradition that each political party steps out of the way when the other party's candidate delivers his Presidential acceptance speech -- and the signs are it will happen on two fronts: 1. McCain will be seen in an ad that will air around … [Read more...] about McCain’s Two Front Plan To Nudge In On Obama Speech Airtime
McCain’s Mixed Bag of VPs
As Democrats put Obama/Clinton issues behind them, the Republican identity crisis comes front and center in John McCain's imminentdecision about a running mate. Aside from Minnesota Gov. Tim Pawlenty, who may actually turn out to be the choice, the longish short list is all over the identity-politics lot: Mitt Romney, a super-rich Mormon the candidate clearly despises and … [Read more...] about McCain’s Mixed Bag of VPs