A biweekly feature of news and opinion pieces from the Israeli and Palestinian press. 1.) Bowing to pressure from Israel, the United States has withdrawn the grants of seven Palestinian Fulbright scholars-to-be. Analyst Daniel Levy, over at his blog, writes that such a decision is shameful; moreover, he notes, it is a stunning testimony to the diminished stature of the Bush … [Read more...] about News From the Israeli and Palestinian Front: May 31st
At the RBC meeting, it’s all about the respect?
Continuing on Pete Abel's coverage, as of 12:25 PM Eastern time, we have concluded the statements and Q&A by the representatives of both the Clinton and Obama campaigns. This was the portion of the proceedings where the the tone really began to change. During the early speakers' sessions, while there may have been a few elbows thrown, it was done so in a very muted, … [Read more...] about At the RBC meeting, it’s all about the respect?
UPDATED: The DNC-RBC Meeting
12:05 pm ET: The Florida speakers are just wrapping up. Florida state Senator Arthenia Joyner (for Clinton) and Congressman Robert Wexler (for Obama) were "on fire." Very passionate remarks. It will be interesting to see if the Michigan speakers are as energetic. Of course, the Floridians may be excited because they know (or suspect) their situation is all but solved [h/t … [Read more...] about UPDATED: The DNC-RBC Meeting
Bill Clinton Last Month Privately Told Fundraiser Solution Is To Seat Half Disputed Delegates (UPDATED)
The Drudge Report has just put up a link to a You Tube of an audio of a fundraiser last month where ex-President Bill Clinton said in private on April 29, 2008 at the Westglow Spa in Blowing Rock, NC that solution is to seat half a delegate for each delegate in the disputed primary states. VIDEO IS BELOW. Also listen to what Clinton said about Democratic party rules. … [Read more...] about Bill Clinton Last Month Privately Told Fundraiser Solution Is To Seat Half Disputed Delegates (UPDATED)
Reminder: How Fortunate We Are
A sad situation in Saudi Arabia. If you're so inclined, follow the provided links to take action. … [Read more...] about Reminder: How Fortunate We Are
And so it begins
The long awaited meeting of the Democratic RBC has kicked off. As Pete Abel already pointed out, CNN is covering the entire affair live. Some early observations follow. Howard Dean needs a new speech writer. Could he have used the words extraordinary and extraordinarily any more times? I counted at least two sentences where they were used three times. If this had been a … [Read more...] about And so it begins
Washington Post Reporter: Undecided Superdelegates Just Waiting For Clinton To Drop Out
In his webchat with readers yesterday, Washington Post Congressional reporter Paul Kane had two juicy political tidbits: (1) undecided superdelegates have actually concluded the race is over and are just waiting for Senator Hillary Clinton to drop out, and (2) supporters of front-runner Senator Barack Obama shouldn't lose sight of just how narrow a victory (if it occurs) their … [Read more...] about Washington Post Reporter: Undecided Superdelegates Just Waiting For Clinton To Drop Out
Nepal’s ex-King Gyanendra & Future of Monarchy In The World…
As Nepal's deposed King Gyanendra begins house-hunting as a common citizen in view of the deadline to vacate his palace within a fortnight, The Independent discusses various issues related to Nepal's monarchy as well as the institution of monarchy in the world. Why is Nepal ending its monarchy? So where do royals still have power? Once they're gone, do they ever return? … [Read more...] about Nepal’s ex-King Gyanendra & Future of Monarchy In The World…
Will This Be Hillary Clinton’s Lost Weekend?
It sure looks that way. But as Publius notes, the big news won't be that the DNC 's rules committee hasn't given Miss Shot & A Beer what she wants, which is more or less a forgone conclusion, but how she reacts. … [Read more...] about Will This Be Hillary Clinton’s Lost Weekend?
“Miracle Baby” Born In Australia
The medical fraternity has hailed as "miracle" the birth of an "ectopic" baby at Darwin in Australia on Thursday. The healthy 2.8 kg baby survived despite developing in her mother's ovary instead of her uterus. The delighted parents have named their daughter Durga, after one of the most powerful goddesses in the Hindu pantheon. Most ectopic pregnancies end in miscarriage or … [Read more...] about “Miracle Baby” Born In Australia
Scott McClellan’s Sheltered Life
His belated discovery that the Bush Administration was a "permanent campaign" reflects the naiveté of a young man who started out managing his mother's campaign for Texas Comptroller and spent the rest of his working life inside the Bush bubble. "A president-elect," Scott McClellan writes in his book, "should insist that those overseeing his transition into office learn … [Read more...] about Scott McClellan’s Sheltered Life
Obama Donors Now Include Former Bush Donors: Moderate Republicans And Independents
Democratic Senator Barack Obama is getting donations for his drive for the 2008 Democratic Presidential nomination from a batch of people who used to donate to Republican President George Bush: moderate Republicans and independents. The Republicans, in particular, feel their party has left them as they've seen it during the Bush years and even under presumptive GOP nominee … [Read more...] about Obama Donors Now Include Former Bush Donors: Moderate Republicans And Independents
Left Field Hillary
Adam Zyglis, The Buffalo News … [Read more...] about Left Field Hillary
A Tribune To Carl “Alfalfa” Switzer
When an updated feature film of The Little Rascals was released in 1994 the best child actor in the film was the kid who took the part of "Alfalfa," the part originally played in the old Hal Roach Our Gang shorts by Carl "Alfalfa Switzer." And it was fitting that once again Alfalfa stole the show. Switzer remains one of the must enduring and endearing child actors, typical … [Read more...] about A Tribune To Carl “Alfalfa” Switzer
The Cardinal Speaks: Father Pfleger Agrees Not To
In the genre of Pastors and Ministers In the News Related to One Candidate or Another through Frail Associations or by Entering the Time Traveling Machine: Father Pfleger agrees not to speak about specific presidential candidates, that is.... otherwise free to speak about whatever else. At The Unity Church in Chicago recently, Father Pfleger, a Catholic priest, gave a … [Read more...] about The Cardinal Speaks: Father Pfleger Agrees Not To
Grand Theft, Part One: Sales Tax Comes to the Internet For Certain
[SEE UPDATE AT END OF ARTICLE] Sales Tax Comes to the Internet For Certain: It's true. Tonight I went online to send a birthday gift to a friend in New York. When I went to the 'checkout' screen, a big red-lettered notice came up saying as of June 1, 2008, sales tax will be applied to all purchases being shipped to New York, no matter where they originate from This … [Read more...] about Grand Theft, Part One: Sales Tax Comes to the Internet For Certain
Grand Theft, Part Two: Credit Cards; Take Care of Yourself
We've been led to believe that we pay our credit card company for the privilege of not having to provide cash for everything, and that we're charged reasonable interest rates accordingly. You know all those cute commercials on TV with cavemen (GEICO) and barbarians (Capital One)? There are some not-so-cute figures behind the rates on your credit card. Your rate may be … [Read more...] about Grand Theft, Part Two: Credit Cards; Take Care of Yourself
Public Is Entitled To Corzine E-Mails
A judge has ruled that the public is entitled to read a series of e-mails exchanged between New Jersey governor Jon Corzine and a union leader he once dated. They have become a source of major controversy in the state and could possibly threaten his position as governor. The issue goes back to 2006 and 2007 when the guv was dating Carla Katz at the same time that the state of … [Read more...] about Public Is Entitled To Corzine E-Mails
Obama Gaffe
Eric Allie, Caglecartoons.com … [Read more...] about Obama Gaffe
Cluster Bomb Ban Treaty: US, China, Russia, India, Israel Oppose It…
A landmark treaty banning cluster bombs was formally adopted at Dublin on Friday by 111 nations, including many of America's major NATO partners. It aims to outlaw all current designs of cluster munitions, and requires destruction of stockpiles within eight years, reports AP. The treaty also opens the possibility that European allies could order U.S. bases located in their … [Read more...] about Cluster Bomb Ban Treaty: US, China, Russia, India, Israel Oppose It…