Here are a few Halloween films that are more obscure to the average viewer, although cult film films likely know of them. These are not reviews, just capsules. We see lots of films that we have not reviewed. Perhaps we will get around to reviewing these films in the future. However, all are worthy Halloween offerings. --- El Mundo de Los Vampiros (The World of the Vampires), … [Read more...] about Scary films to watch for Halloween you may not have heard of
The spiraling president adds self-impeachment to his repertoire
Embed from Getty Images by George Will Washington Post Columnist WASHINGTON -- Donald Trump, an ongoing eruption of self-refuting statements ("I'm a very stable genius" with "a very good brain"), is adding self-impeachment to his repertoire. Spiraling downward in a tightening gyre, his increasingly unhinged public performances (Google the one with Finland's … [Read more...] about The spiraling president adds self-impeachment to his repertoire
Turkish attack on Syria endangers a remarkable democratic experiment by the Kurds
Kurdish fighters in Syria say the U.S. is abandoning its allies and potentially empowering the Islamic State by withdrawing from northeastern Syria and allowing a Turkish assault, Oct. 7, 2019. AP Photo James L. Gelvin, University of California, Los Angeles Turkey’s attack on Kurdish-run territory in northern Syria will likely snuff out a radical … [Read more...] about Turkish attack on Syria endangers a remarkable democratic experiment by the Kurds
Trump and Biden (Mike Peters Guest cartoon)
OF RELATED INTEREST: ---At Minneapolis Rally, an Angry Trump Reserves Sharpest Attack for Biden --Joe Biden’s Sister Called Trump “Unhinged” For Attacking Her Family Mike Peters is recognized as one of our nation’s most prominent cartoon artists for his outstanding work as both a political and comic strip cartoonist. His favorite expression “WHAT A HOOT” certainly sums up … [Read more...] about Trump and Biden (Mike Peters Guest cartoon)
New York Daily News cover: The NEW Three Stooges
The New York Daily News is running this cover: … [Read more...] about New York Daily News cover: The NEW Three Stooges
Do you like your chocolate shaken or stirred?
On 01 October 2019, the Yuengling brewery in Pennsylvania announced that it was using Hershey’s chocolate to create a limited edition Hershey’s Chocolate Porter beer. "To celebrate people’s love of beer and their love of chocolate, Yuengling, America’s #1 craft brewery, and Hershey’s, America’s iconic chocolate, have joined forces to bring the best of both worlds to … [Read more...] about Do you like your chocolate shaken or stirred?
Impeachment Blow Back
As if there was not enough words spilled about Trump and Impeachment let me add a few more words. The picture above is of Ralph Abraham, a republican house member from Louisiana. He has introduced a bill in the House to expel Nancy Pelosi from the House of Representatives and declare the role of House Speaker vacant. Of course with the Democrats firmly in control of that body … [Read more...] about Impeachment Blow Back
Senate math could pick Trump’s jurors
WASHINGTON -- There are two paths for holding President Trump to account for his abuses: one passes through the Senate, the other through the ballot box. With Trump declaring he'll do everything he can to obstruct House impeachment efforts, his opponents need to keep both options in mind as they move to overcome his obstruction, his lying and his increasingly unhinged … [Read more...] about Senate math could pick Trump’s jurors
Of Flying Fortresses, Tragedy and Memories of a Departed Friend (UPDATED w. Trailer)
The venerable B-17 bomber, the “Flying Fortress,” dropped more bombs than any other aircraft in the U.S. military during World War II. It served in almost every theater during that War and was instrumental to the Allied victory. Gen. Carl Spaatz, the American air commander in Europe, went even further. “Without the B-17 we may have lost the war,” he said. During the … [Read more...] about Of Flying Fortresses, Tragedy and Memories of a Departed Friend (UPDATED w. Trailer)
Trump Stonewalls the Constitution, Democrats Say ‘Bring It On’
The constitutional crisis has officially arrived. To the surprise of nobody with a cognitive intellect, Donald Trump has hauled us to this treacherous precipice. The good news is that the House Democrats, empowered by the midterm voters to hold Trump accountable, are eager to prevail in the historic showdown to come. And their strategy is a win-win. Have you read the letter, … [Read more...] about Trump Stonewalls the Constitution, Democrats Say ‘Bring It On’
Investigations usually hurt a president’s public reputation – but Trump isn’t usual
Douglas L. Kriner, Cornell University and Eric Schickler, University of California, Berkeley Will the House impeachment inquiry of President Donald Trump ultimately have any effect? Democratic Speaker Nancy Pelosi had long resisted calls for impeachment, arguing that it is “just not worth it.” However, the Trump administration’s initial refusal to release to Congress … [Read more...] about Investigations usually hurt a president’s public reputation – but Trump isn’t usual
Motivational Quotes of Yesterday (#1 & #2 Update))
There are hundreds of “History Repeats Itself” quotes. We are all familiar with George Santayana’s “Those who cannot remember the past are condemned to repeat it.” There is even a humorous version -- or is it? “Those who don't remember the past are condemned to repeat the eleventh grade,” by James W. Loewen Then there is this seemingly intricate, yet sagacious one … [Read more...] about Motivational Quotes of Yesterday (#1 & #2 Update))
THE FIRST CRIME FAMILY CONDEMNS CRIME FAMILIES (Cartoons, Column and Video)
Donald Trump Jr truly lives up to his namesake. Always eager to help his father lie and smear political enemies, he went after Hunter Biden last Wednesday. Trumpy Jr said that Hunter serving on a board of a Ukranian energy company while his father was vice president created the “appearance of impropriety” and represented a “clear conflict of interest.” Then, he gave a speech … [Read more...] about THE FIRST CRIME FAMILY CONDEMNS CRIME FAMILIES (Cartoons, Column and Video)
Gandhi’s 150th birthday: A little-remembered philosopher translated the Mahatma’s ideas of nonviolence for Americans
School children in India celebrate Mahatma Gandhi’s 150th birth anniversary. AP Photo/Altaf Qadri John Charles Wooding, University of Massachusetts Lowell October this year marks Mahatma Gandhi’s 150th birthday. One of the 20th century’s most iconic figures, Gandhi’s legacy defines how many people think about peace, self-reflection and the path to a … [Read more...] about Gandhi’s 150th birthday: A little-remembered philosopher translated the Mahatma’s ideas of nonviolence for Americans
The GOP’s bootlicking cowardice knows no bounds
WASHINGTON -- President Trump's defense against impeachment is bombastic, full of lies and incoherent to the point of lunacy, which is no surprise. Republicans are beclowning themselves to pretend Trump is making sense -- and that, sadly, is also no surprise. Trump has described his smoking-gun phone call with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky as "perfect," which is … [Read more...] about The GOP’s bootlicking cowardice knows no bounds
PTSD
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Is This Any Way to Treat a Loyal and Courageous Ally? (UPDATES)
UPDATE II: The Turkish attack against the Kurdish fighters who assisted the U.S. in the war against ISIS and who lost more than ten thousand brave fighters in the process has started – blessed by the president of the United States. Read more here UPDATE I: Another very recently retired general has criticized Trump’s betrayal of the Kurds. Four-star General Joseph … [Read more...] about Is This Any Way to Treat a Loyal and Courageous Ally? (UPDATES)
Hi.. I’m Jay….depressive..
by Jay Johnson These are tough times for depressives. The struggle to see the glass half full is needed now more that ever, but it has also never been more difficult. Even when things are great, depressives have a difficult time converting that energy into happiness. That is the disorder. Like a diabetic who can not physically process sugar, a depressive can not … [Read more...] about Hi.. I’m Jay….depressive..
AT THE WHITE HOUSE, MUM’S THE WORD (Cartoon)
Mike Slosberg is a cartoonist and novelist. He lives with his wife and hundreds of drawing pens on the Upper Westside of Manhattan, New York. You can see more of his cartoons and learn about his books by going to: mikeslosbergbooks.com … [Read more...] about AT THE WHITE HOUSE, MUM’S THE WORD (Cartoon)
GREAT MUSIC – CHAPTER 50
This week in Great Music, I return to the world of Classical Music. Once Again I will feature the music of my favorite composer, Frederic Chopin. As I have written about Chopin before, to refresh your memories he was born in Warsaw, Poland in 1810. At age 20, he left Warsaw for Paris, then a city known as a hotbed of music for musicians. Chopin was quite popular in Paris, … [Read more...] about GREAT MUSIC – CHAPTER 50