Visit The Carnival of Education HERE at Education Wonks (a superb, MUST READ site for those interested in education). … [Read more...] about If You Want To Read More About Education Issues
The Left and Falwell
The Populist (EDITED) on the reaction of some 'progressives' (bloggers and commenters) on Falwell's death yesterday: I just want to say that I am disgusted by the vile hate and nastiness, that I have been reading on the Liberal Blogs. You idiots ought to be ashamed of yourselves! I didn't care for Falwell either, because I am somewhat of a Fundamentalist, Albeit, a more … [Read more...] about The Left and Falwell
Bolton: Iran Must be Stopped, No Matter What
Toby Harnden wrote an article for the Telegraph, about Josh Bolton. Bolton said that Iran must be prevented from developing a nuclear bomb, even, if necessary, by the use of force and he also said that we're running out of time (to act). "It's been conclusively proven Iran is not going to be talked out of its nuclear programme. So to stop them from doing it, we have to … [Read more...] about Bolton: Iran Must be Stopped, No Matter What
Arrivederci, Wolfie?
The White House is now signaling that Paul Wolfowitz is welcome to quit the World Bank to spend more time with his family . . . er, main squeeze but will not abide his being fired. There is a certain inevitability to this turn of events, and there are rumors that Wolfowitz will bail as early as Wednesday afternoon. He no longer has the support of backers at the bank whom … [Read more...] about Arrivederci, Wolfie?
Guest Voice: The Ron Paul Internet Dilemma
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. This post is more timely than ever, given the clash in last night's Republican debate between Rep. Ron Paul and Senator John McCain and media interest in Paul. … [Read more...] about Guest Voice: The Ron Paul Internet Dilemma
Philadelphia At (Yet Another) Crossroads
Philadelphia has always been a rough and tumble city, its politics bare knuckled and with the ascendancy of African-American office holders in the last 25 years, often racially polarized, as well. But the five-candidate Democratic mayoral primary race that ended with a convincing victory by Michael Nutter last evening seemed especially rough and tumble. Flyers were left … [Read more...] about Philadelphia At (Yet Another) Crossroads
Falwell Pearly Gates
Daryl Cagle, MSNBC.com … [Read more...] about Falwell Pearly Gates
Iraq: Anatomy of An Abduction and A Search
Search for abducted GIs is apparently concentrated within red circle The setting of the biggest drama in Iraq at the moment -- the search for three American soldiers abducted in the Sunni Triangle by Al Qaeda insurgents -- is a strange one for people accustomed to seeing TV news footage of downtown Baghdad and vast stretches of desert. The intense dragnet being led by … [Read more...] about Iraq: Anatomy of An Abduction and A Search
Phelps Family Ghouls to Picket Falwell’s Farewell
Pam at Pam's House Blend has found a press release from the Fred Phelps Westboro Baptist Church Clan. … [Read more...] about Phelps Family Ghouls to Picket Falwell’s Farewell
Why are Jane and John Doe Hiding?
Under the American legal system, there are appropriately few exceptions to the principle that a lawsuit must include the real name of the plaintiff – and that the accused be allowed to face their accuser in court. The exceptions under which plaintiffs can file suit under a pseudonym usually include sexual abuse, which has been the case in a number of lawsuits against Roman … [Read more...] about Why are Jane and John Doe Hiding?
Taj Mahal: White Memorial To Love Turns Yellow
Taj Mahal, India's famous 17th century 'memorial to love' is fast losing its luster --- The shimmering white marble world heritage site is turning yellow because of pollution in the city of Agra where it is located. Taj Mahal, a dazzling edifice of marble, jade, turquoise, lapis lazuli and other precious stones, is about four hours drive south of New Delhi, India's … [Read more...] about Taj Mahal: White Memorial To Love Turns Yellow
GOP Contenders Second Primary Debate Will Likely Shake Up Field
During the first Republican debate, you could say "They're off" -- because several were off of their game. But in the second Republican primary debate for the 2008 GOP Presidential nomination you could say "They're off!" -- meaning off and running, scoring points against each other and tossing out snappy soundbite zingers (most likely prepared in advance). And, in the … [Read more...] about GOP Contenders Second Primary Debate Will Likely Shake Up Field
World Bank’s Wolfowitz & The Divided World
President George W. Bush seems to have thrown a protective ring around the controversial World Bank President Paul Wolfowitz to save him from the 'hounds' who are baying for his blood. The White House spokesman, Tony Snow, told reporters: "He (Wolfowitz) made mistakes, that is obvious. On the other hand, it's not a firing offence." The US secretary of state, Condoleezza … [Read more...] about World Bank’s Wolfowitz & The Divided World
Republican Debate (UPDATED)
I don't pay extra for Fox News (CNN, MSNBC etc...) so I'm trying to watch/listen on foxnews.com. I can see them but can hardly hear them, even at top volume. I wonder if I can get it on the radio instead. It's not on C-Span TV or Radio, apparently. CNN is blogging it HERE. Chris Cillizza of WP's The Fix is blogging it HERE. OK - I got good audio from Fox Radio and … [Read more...] about Republican Debate (UPDATED)
Setting Precedent
If Democrats start to play nice with Bush's judicial nominees, will Republicans reciprocate during the next Democratic Presidency? No. Obviously. … [Read more...] about Setting Precedent
Opie & Anthony Suspended for 30 Days
Following up on their atrocious rape "joke" towards Condi Rice and Laura Bush, XM Radio has suspended the shock jocks for 30 days. … [Read more...] about Opie & Anthony Suspended for 30 Days
“He…demonstrated a strength that I had never seen before”
New testimony reveals John Ashcroft resisted White House pressure to sign off on their domestic spying program...while hospitalized and weak from gall bladder surgery. UPDATE: Didn't see Mike's post right below this one. Nonetheless, I think that there are different angles here--the utter depravity of Gonzales, yes, but also the strength that the oft-maligned Ashcroft showed … [Read more...] about “He…demonstrated a strength that I had never seen before”
But He’s Still There For Some Reason
The New York Times reports: On the night of March 10, 2004, a high-ranking Justice Department official rushed to a Washington hospital to prevent two White House aides from taking advantage of the critically ill Attorney General, John Ashcroft, the official testified today... “I was very upset,†said James B. Comey, who was deputy Attorney General at the time, in his … [Read more...] about But He’s Still There For Some Reason
Falwell
Mike Lane, Cagle Cartoons … [Read more...] about Falwell
Deconstructing Pamuk
A great article at Turkish Daily News about Turkey's greatest author, Orhan Pamuk. Excerpt: One wonders what Orhan Pamuk felt yesterday morning when with childlike simplicity he walked on the stage at BoÄŸaziçi University's Albert Hall to receive an honorary PhD in literature, in the same room where 40 years ago he passed his preparatory exam in English. One would think … [Read more...] about Deconstructing Pamuk