Where does the money come from to fund Pastor Fred Phelps' church congregation air travel and hotel stays all over the country? The Phelps' church is composed of about 35 family members whose sole activity besides maintaining a website www.godhatesfags.com appears to be protesting the funerals of gay people, military and most recently Jerry Falwell's funeral as well. This, … [Read more...] about Fred Phelps and His ‘God Hates You’ Church
When The Press Reveals An Apparent Covert Plan
Does it help....or make things worse? See our earlier post HERE. … [Read more...] about When The Press Reveals An Apparent Covert Plan
Al Gore’s New Book (Will He Run?)
Al Gore is interviewed by Diane Sawyer on Good Morning America. His comments unfiltered by any blogger's opinion 4 U: Note his strong criticism of the kind of language the media uses. Al Gore's new book: … [Read more...] about Al Gore’s New Book (Will He Run?)
Iraq And Vietnam: Geometry Of Getting Out
Is politics all calculation -- or does "chance" play a role? Veteran journalist and editor Robert Stein has a special perspective... … [Read more...] about Iraq And Vietnam: Geometry Of Getting Out
Jimmy Carter Versus George Bush Inspires The Cartoonists
But perhaps not the way he wishes... Who's The Worst by Cagle Cartoon's Brian Fairrington Habitat For Jimmy by The Detroit News' Larry Wright: UPDATE: But that isn't the unanimous view of Carter and his comments. For a differing perspective, READ THIS. … [Read more...] about Jimmy Carter Versus George Bush Inspires The Cartoonists
Viagra: A Treatment For Jet Lag?
If you've gone on a long flight, Viagra could help you stick it out -- by combating jet lag and helping you get through the day, that is. Viagra, the blue pill of happiness made so popular via commercials showing former GOP Presidential candidate Bob Dole may now have an unexpected benefit besides the hours of pleasure it gives so many in their bedrooms: it may combat jet … [Read more...] about Viagra: A Treatment For Jet Lag?
Great Moments in Journalism, Part 245
Note to the San Francisco Chronicle: If you're going to cite the leader of a well-known hate group as a scientific source, you probably should mention his affiliation to said organization in the article. … [Read more...] about Great Moments in Journalism, Part 245
Musical Medley
Nothing important, just the track listing for the mix CD I created for Carleton's music swap. Music snobs who wish to pick apart my atrocious taste are welcome. … [Read more...] about Musical Medley
Not Good
I'm not sure of the intended target (Fred Phelps? Soulforce?) but this report from ABC News is NOT a good sign: ABCNews: Bomb Plot Thwarted at Falwell's FuneralStudent Arrested With Homemade Bombs, Three Other Suspects Sought Captain Ed comments: "Stupidity knows no bounds. People who want to use violence for political purposes are terrorists." … [Read more...] about Not Good
The Iranian timeline in Iraq
(Note: Pete Abel graciously included this post, originally written for The Reaction, in today's Center of Attention. I have decided to post it here as well, however, if only for the sake of convenience. The first half of the post concerns the new Democratic bill on Iraq, sans timeline for withdrawal. The second half -- click on "Read the rest..." -- concerns claims by a U.S. … [Read more...] about The Iranian timeline in Iraq
On Liberalism and Religion; or, Newt’s Delusional Nonsense
On Saturday, Newt Gingrich gave the commencement address to the 2007 graduating class of Liberty University. Having already cozied up to James Dobson, and establishing himself as the would-be candidate of the religious right for '08, he used his address both to praise the university's recently-deceased bigot-founder, Jerry Falwell, and to rail against what he called a "growing … [Read more...] about On Liberalism and Religion; or, Newt’s Delusional Nonsense
Terrorist Attack in Ankara
Ankara seems to have been hit by a terrorist attack. A powerful explosion Tuesday in a busy commercial neighborhood in the Turkish capital has caused several casualties, CNN-Turk television reported. A CNN-Turk reporter at the site said he could see several bodies lying on the ground. Television footage showed medics tending to the injured and carrying people into … [Read more...] about Terrorist Attack in Ankara
Fascinating Stuff
I just received an e-mail from someone about a fascinating website: Quantcast. It keeps track of how many people visit blogs of the candidates (for president). For instance, look at this: a comparison between Hillary Clinton, John Edwards, and Barack Obama. As you can see, Hillary's entry into the presidential race this past January resulted in nearly 120K unique visitors in … [Read more...] about Fascinating Stuff
Iraq and The Crew Without a Clue
There has been much said today in the blogosphere about David Ignatius' WaPo column on the Bush administration forging a post-surge strategy in Iraq. To save you the trouble of having the read the column, I'll sum it up in eight easy-to-understand words: It's the same as the pre-surge strategy. … [Read more...] about Iraq and The Crew Without a Clue
Paris Prison
Mike Lester, The Rome News-Tribune … [Read more...] about Paris Prison
It Was Almost 40 Years Ago Today . . .
If you are of a certain age, you remember where you were when JFK was assassinated and Neil Armstrong made his moonwalk. To which it should be added, the first time you heard "Sgt. Pepper's Lonely Hearts Club Band." The 40th anniversary of the U.S. release of the seminal Beatles album -- considered by many rock music pundits to be the greatest ever -- is not until June 2, … [Read more...] about It Was Almost 40 Years Ago Today . . .
Center of Attention
A round up of recent reporting and commentary by a few centrist, moderate, and independent bloggers. Michael vdG wants to know more about blog reading habits. An interesting exercise. GTL offers its own "Comprehensive Immigration Reform Act." Meanwhile, a new co-blogger at Mirror on America offers an atypical look at immigration reform. FPW's new co-blogger … [Read more...] about Center of Attention
Triangle of Death Hostage Search: Day 10
Grandparents of Anthony J.Schober mourn his death Ten days on, the bodies of the four soldiers ambushed by insurgents in the Triangle of Death on May 12 have arrived stateside, been processed through the massive military morgue at Dover (Del.) Air Force Base and have been returned to their hometowns. Please click here to read more at Kiko's House. … [Read more...] about Triangle of Death Hostage Search: Day 10
Guest Voice: The Internet and the Race for President (Broken Link Fixed)
NOTE: The Moderate Voice runs Guest Voice posts from time to time by readers who don't have their own websites, or people who have websites but would like to post something for TMV's diverse and thoughtful readership. Guest Voice posts do not necessarily reflect the opinions of The Moderate Voice or its writers. NOTE: The broken first link has been fixed on this. The … [Read more...] about Guest Voice: The Internet and the Race for President (Broken Link Fixed)
Principled Paul
Principled Paul By Bill Steigerwald Good for Andrew Sullivan. The conservative super-blogger who writes the Daily Dish has not joined the right-wing pundits who want to kick libertarian Rep. Ron Paul out of the GOP presidential debates -- or out of the Republican Party altogether. In fact, Sullivan is openly praising the nine-term Texas congressman, medical doctor … [Read more...] about Principled Paul