Reuters reports (via the New York Times that Pope Benedict has urged world leaders to do something about global warming before it is too late. The Pope said: "A decisive 'yes' is needed in decisions to safeguard creation as well as a strong commitment to reverse tendencies that risk leading to irreversible situations of degradation." He went on to say that "New generations … [Read more...] about Pope: Save the Planet Before it’s Too Late
There Are Delusions And Then There Are Delusions
And then there are delusions...(but it's hard to believe the delusions would have been there if it had been a member of a certain party with a "D" in front of it who he didn't like). … [Read more...] about There Are Delusions And Then There Are Delusions
Anti-Americanism in Europe: Myth or Reality?
Recent developments in Europe make Don Surber conclude that all the stories about growing anti-Americanism in the world since Bush became president are based on a myth. According to Don, Sarkozy's and Merkel's victories show that the world really does love America. Although I would like to be able to agree with Don, I cannot do so. His reasoning is false. The voters did not … [Read more...] about Anti-Americanism in Europe: Myth or Reality?
It’s Geraldo Rivera Versus Michelle Malkin
Michelle Malkin has an item that is sure to be talked about on rage-loving talk radio shows and on many weblogs today (after all it is a "slow" holiday weekend and weblogs increasingly resemble a form of printed talk radio). It's now verbal war between Geraldo Rivera and Malkin -- and Geraldo is spitting mad. Literally. She cites this quotes from this Boston Globe … [Read more...] about It’s Geraldo Rivera Versus Michelle Malkin
Petraeus Report CORRECTION
Sandy Huffaker, Cagle Cartoons … [Read more...] about Petraeus Report CORRECTION
Vision
Dan Balz wrote a fascinating article for the Washington Post about the presidential elections. He asks seven questions and tries to answer them himself. The first question: "Is the Clinton campaign a true juggernaut -- or is that just what she wants everyone to believe?" The answer: "Not a juggernaut, but it is the best campaign on the block right now. That's a view widely … [Read more...] about Vision
YOU’RE JUST A NEOCONNAZI!
Jamie wrote a must read post for The Daily Dish (Andrew Sullivan is once again on vacation) about neoconservatism and then especially the frequent use of this word by progressives. Jamie writes: There's been a lot of discussion on the blog about the use--and abuse--of the label "neo-con." Which has got me thinking--what is it that causes people to label others this way? And … [Read more...] about YOU’RE JUST A NEOCONNAZI!
Senator Larry Craig’s “Intent to Resign:†When An Apology Isn’t An Apology
Did your mother teach you how to make a proper apology when you were a little kid, otherwise you were grounded to your left ear for life? Me too. Did your mother or father tell you if you tried to weasel out, rather than telling the truth, it would go harder with you? Mine too. In Western culture, an adequate apology, even for immigrants who have other ways of making … [Read more...] about Senator Larry Craig’s “Intent to Resign:†When An Apology Isn’t An Apology
Restroom Bust
Pat Bagley, Salt Lake Tribune … [Read more...] about Restroom Bust
Izmir: Heaven on Earth
I did not link to this article yet, but if you want to read a bit of my experiences in Turkey, I'd say click on the link and head on over to Turkish Daily News. The history of this article is actually quite funny: it was the first I wrote for TDN and they told me that I should write an article of 5000 characters. Being the idiot I am, I forgot about the 'characters' and only … [Read more...] about Izmir: Heaven on Earth
A Condoleezza Rice Sighting
After a long disappearing act, the Secretary of State has surfaced, sort of, with a New York Times interview so guarded that her own words appear only toward the end of a long piece with everybody else’s judgments about her tenure with the Bush Administration. Most are harsh. Former colleagues and students at Stanford University are protesting her planned return to the … [Read more...] about A Condoleezza Rice Sighting
Quick Notes For TMV Readers
1. The upgrade is complete. 2. The problem with posting images has been fixed and you'll start seeing Cagle Cartoons and other images again soon. 3. Please excuse the lighter number of posts on TMV today. This is due to the upgrade, it being a holiday weekend -- and in my own case the fact I'm now in Connecticut. High speed Internet at the place I'm staying is NOT working … [Read more...] about Quick Notes For TMV Readers
Say Hello To My Little Friend
Wondering what the photo above depicts? A palace of Saddam Hussein? A palace of one of the Sultans of the Ottoman Empire? A great, gigantic hotel on Hawaii? Nope, it is the new US embassy in Iraq. Although surrounded by destroyed houses, burnt appartment buildings, etc., the (future) inhabitents of the US embassy in Iraq will live in a little paradise on earth. With 42 … [Read more...] about Say Hello To My Little Friend
UPDATED: “About the only safe Republican Senate seats in ’08 are the ones that aren’t on the ballot”
UPDATE - The Fix: Craig Bows to the Inevitable From the moment Roll Call reported that Sen. Larry Craig (R-Idaho) had pleaded guilty to disorderly conduct in an airport men's bathroom in June, it was a matter of when, not if, the GOP incumbent resigned his post. ALSO: Republican leaders including Senate Minority Leader Mitch McConnell (R-Ky.) were furious that Craig … [Read more...] about UPDATED: “About the only safe Republican Senate seats in ’08 are the ones that aren’t on the ballot”
Religion and Politics
When looking for the news of the day I stumbled across this op-ed at the Wall Street Journal. After reading it, I thought that some of you would appreciate me linking to it, so therefore this post. The author of the article, Mary Ann Glendon, lists five books that deal with religion and politics - all five are of an exceptionally high quality according to Ms. Glendon (a … [Read more...] about Religion and Politics
Things Have to Get Worse… Before They Get Better
Bob Herbert writes at the New York Times: You know you’ve stepped into a different universe when you hear a major American labor leader saying matter-of-factly that employer-based health insurance and employer-based pensions are relics of a bygone industrial economy. Andrew Stern, president of the Service Employees International Union, which has 1.9 million members and is … [Read more...] about Things Have to Get Worse… Before They Get Better
Pakistani Democracy Is Elusive, So Why Push For It?
It's a mistake to think that a thriving democracy is right around the corner for Pakistan. The announcement recently that the former prime minister, Nawaz Sharif, would be allowed back into the country (after many years of forced exile) was a step in the right direction, but a far, far cry from anything resembling a democratic realignment. For starters, the Pakistani … [Read more...] about Pakistani Democracy Is Elusive, So Why Push For It?
Bush’s Bailout
Will Bush bail out "hundreds of thousands of borrowers who have been unable to pay off their mortgages"? Why yes, or at least it appears that way. Marc Moore wrote a mighty fine article about Bush's plan to help these people (and a nice debate followed). I would have cross posted it here if I would have written it myself, but since that is not the case, I thought I'd link … [Read more...] about Bush’s Bailout
UPDATE: Live Coverage of Craig’s Resignation with Lefty-Left Commentary
VIDEO of Craig's Resignation UPDATE: WP: Embattled Idaho Senator Announces Resignation Idaho senator had been abandoned by Republican Party following his arrest, guilty plea in a police sex sting operation in an airport men's room. ======================================================================== Permanent Guest Barista Radical Russ at Pam's House Blend is … [Read more...] about UPDATE: Live Coverage of Craig’s Resignation with Lefty-Left Commentary
The Koran and Infidels. Make that Non-Muslims.
Mustafa Akyol wrote yet another fascinating column for Turkish Daily News, this time about a subject that will interest not just people who are interested in Turkish politics, but also those who are interested in religion and Islam (in the world). The subject: the Koran and non-Muslims. Many years ago, I came across a book, which claimed to explain “Israeli terrorism†in … [Read more...] about The Koran and Infidels. Make that Non-Muslims.