So liberals may not be ruling talk radio. But a new poll suggests they are making big inroads among another important force: young people. And the poll shows that at least some of this is a backlash against the presidency of President George Bush: Young Americans are more likely than the general public to favor a government-run universal health care insurance … [Read more...] about Poll: Liberals Are Gaining Among Young People
The Fourth Branch Of Government
RJ Matson, Roll Call … [Read more...] about The Fourth Branch Of Government
Immigration Reform Bill Survives Senate Vote: Suggests Bush Is (For Now) The Decider
Once again, it ain't over 'till it's over. Dracula (the controversial bipartisan immigration reform bill) Has Risen From The Grave. And, in a way, with this vote so has President George Bush. The jokes about Bush really not being "The Decider" aren't getting as many laughs today (unless you mention Dick Cheney's name as a second punch line). Polls show the … [Read more...] about Immigration Reform Bill Survives Senate Vote: Suggests Bush Is (For Now) The Decider
The Oh, Please, God, Can’t You Give Her Laryngitis Dept.
We really won't give her more hits in Google searches. So we won't mention her name (OR even put the category with her name above this post). So no one can accuse us of promoting her. But a certain person who has done more to further the vulgarization, polarization and insulting nature of 21st century American political discourse -- and is consequently a monster success and … [Read more...] about The Oh, Please, God, Can’t You Give Her Laryngitis Dept.
Sabato’s Crystal Ball: THE HILLARY DILEMMA
If Joe posted this item while I was out-of-town and I missed it, please let me know. What Should Democrats--and the Country--Do? Despite the breathless media reports about every jot and tittle of the Democratic contest for President, not all that much has changed in the last year. Senator Hillary Clinton (D-NY) has consistently been the frontrunner in national … [Read more...] about Sabato’s Crystal Ball: THE HILLARY DILEMMA
Governor Huckabee’s Blog Talk Radio Show
Governor Mike Huckabee now has his own Blog Talk Radio Show. I greatly encourage all of you to listen to it. Huckabee is, slowly but constantly, rising in the polls in some key states, and he is, perhaps not a potential president (looking at the money), but certainly a potential vice president, and a good one at that. I have to admit that I have a lot of sympathy for … [Read more...] about Governor Huckabee’s Blog Talk Radio Show
Why Don’t You Go Smoke Pot and Become a Lawyer?
After Morse v. Fredrick, we have no right to complain about educational performance in our country again. Treat students like idiots, and idiots you will receive. Oh, and ask me about the intellectual abilities of the Supreme Court Justices who have turned the war on drugs into a constitutional super-amendment while we weren't looking. … [Read more...] about Why Don’t You Go Smoke Pot and Become a Lawyer?
A New Columnist
I am very happy to announce that at my blog we are joined today by another columnist. A short while ago, Rich Horton joined us, today Jessica Schneider does so as well. I am very happy that Jessica accepted my offer: she is one of the best writers and critics on the net (and she’s got a great sense of humor). You can read about Jessica here. Besides being a columnist for this … [Read more...] about A New Columnist
Review: Her Way: The Hopes and Ambitions of Hillary Rodham Clinton
I read Jeff Gerth and Don van Natta's biography of Hillary Clinton, Her Way: The Hopes and Ambitions of Hillary Rodham Clinton, and wrote a review about it for Monsters and Critics which can be read here. To say that I am not exactly positive about this book would be quite an understatement. This book was, in my opinion, not a biography but a hit piece, designed to point out … [Read more...] about Review: Her Way: The Hopes and Ambitions of Hillary Rodham Clinton
Christine Whitman and The Truth
I respect Shaun Mullen, one of my co-bloggers here at TMV. He's an exceptionally good writer, and generally, he's a sharp, critical thinker. That said, I disagree with his take on Christine Todd Whitman, relative to her role at the EPA in the aftermath of the September 11, 2001 terrorist attacks on the World Trade Center. Hence, I'm compelled to respond, but let me be clear: … [Read more...] about Christine Whitman and The Truth
Center of Attention
The GTL wonders: "How Can The SAME Supreme Court Rule AGAINST “Bong Hits 4 Jesus†and IN FAVOR OF “Hallucinogins For Jesusâ€?" Dennis Sanders tells Republicans who are not happy with the influence of the Religious Right on their party, to stop complaining and get organized. Michael Linn Jones on Cheney the Chameleon. An interesting post by Carol Gee at The … [Read more...] about Center of Attention
Dems Attack Thompson and Useless Provocations
Two articles at my own blog that might interest (some of) you: - Dems Attack Thompson: The Politico has an article up, claiming that the DNC has decided to go after Fred Thompson. As far as I am concerned it is all part of the game and, one thing that bugs me about Thompson: I simpy do not think that he will be a good President. He might be able to win the Republican … [Read more...] about Dems Attack Thompson and Useless Provocations
Do Republicans Want To Oust Dick Cheney?
The Washington Post's Sally Quinn, who has never been accused of being an uninformed reporter who doesn't have some good sources, reports that "The big question right now among Republicans is how to remove Vice President Cheney from office." Quinn contends this was the question even before the Post's blockbuster new series that is a revelation to many who gave Cheney the … [Read more...] about Do Republicans Want To Oust Dick Cheney?
Washington: The Fire This Time
Much of the nation’s attention was on the wildfires around Lake Tahoe on Monday, but there was an even bigger conflagration in Washington as Americans continue to reap the whirlwind of six-plus years of Bush administration extremism. * A Supreme Court packed with Bush-appointed right-winger zealots and doctrinaire conservatives handed down four decisions. One favored … [Read more...] about Washington: The Fire This Time
Verdict In In $54 Million Missing Pants Lawsuit
In April we wrote THIS POST about a lawyer who some thought was a real sew-and-sew but definitely not a slacker for filing a $54 million lawsuit against the dry cleaner who lost the lawyer's (who is actually a federal adminstrative law judge) pants. Readers got a rise out of the story and were panting to learn the outcome. The verdict has now been handed down and you … [Read more...] about Verdict In In $54 Million Missing Pants Lawsuit
Whitman Finally Responds to 9/11 Charges With Prevarications
Exhibit A (Top) and Liar B On September 11, 2001, two hijacked jet aircraft crashed into the World Trade Center, killing 2,600 people and destroying the twin towers. But there has been a second catastrophe, as well: Extremely high rates of deadly respiratory disease among rescue workers and others who toiled in clouds of toxic dust at Ground Zero that officials claimed was … [Read more...] about Whitman Finally Responds to 9/11 Charges With Prevarications
Bill O’Reilly’s Ire Shows Again
This time it's aimed at what he calls a 16 year old high school "pinhead" (the one, obviously, who he disagrees with and who energetically challenged him). You can watch the video, read a post with original reporting on what was reportedly said to the student who challenged O'Reilly before he went on the air -- and then decide yourself by CLICKING HERE. PS: O'Reilly is a … [Read more...] about Bill O’Reilly’s Ire Shows Again
Poll Says YES Bloomberg Could Pull A Perot In 2008
Republicans: fasten your safety belts. Because New York Mayor Michael Bloomberg -- who seems to be tip-toeing into the 2008 Presidential campaign waters -- could indeed pull a Ross Perot and be a deciding factor as an independent candidate...and Democrats would likely benefit. Look at this poll: New York City Mayor Michael Bloomberg — who left the Republican Party … [Read more...] about Poll Says YES Bloomberg Could Pull A Perot In 2008
The Mike Gravel Videos
What happens when someone tries to make a video with Democrat Presidential wannabe Mike Gravel? First, here's the finished product which contains perhaps the most INTELLIGENT things a candidate of ANY party has said all year. Watch the whole thing: And now here are the NEVER BEFORE SEEN OUTAKES of this historical campaign video: … [Read more...] about The Mike Gravel Videos
Dog Ate My Government
Pat Bagley, Salt Lake Tribune … [Read more...] about Dog Ate My Government