Some people seem to forget that Jews have their own way of viewing the world. And it's not necessarily covered by folks claiming to defend "Judeo-Christian" values. … [Read more...] about It’s Not “Judeo-Christian” If Only Christians Are Doing It

The Democratic Representative from Arkansas (not to be confused with a certain DC mayor) has just become my new hero. H/T: The Plank … [Read more...] about Marion Berry is GOD!

Reuters pretty much confirms what we've felt watching the White House and top GOPers turn what polls show is growing widespread across-the-boards disapproval of the war in Iraq into a sheer partisan issue — accusing Democratic critics of being terrorist sympathizers versus the old, out-dated standby, communist sympathizers:WASHINGTON, Nov 18 (Reuters) - Fighting a … [Read more...] about Reuters: Bush/GOP Push Back Is All About Firing Up The Base

That was always the question behind Georgia's new "anti-voter fraud" bill. But thankfully, bill co-sponsor Rep. Sue Burmeister has answered that question beyond a shadow of a doubt. … [Read more...] about Political Gamesmanship or Pure Racism?

The story seems to have lost some of its steam, but here's an update of the latest developments and reaction from around the blogosphere. Key point: Arianna Huffington has 15 questions for Bobby W. (Answers would be nice.) And I have one of my own: How does it feel to be on the other end of the questioning, Mr. Woodward? … [Read more...] about The unbearable arrogance of Bob Woodward (revisited)

Administering the military oath. Read SMASH here. … [Read more...] about A Solemn Moment With Some Savvy Advice

An addendum to my post from yesterday evening and to Joe's great round-ups (see links below): At AMERICAblog, John Aravosis reveals that the Pentagon (White House?) is already swift-boating Murtha. Not that we could honestly have expected anything else. This is how they deal with their opponents, with those who dare to question them. Digby responds here. ********** As some … [Read more...] about Swift-boating Murtha, slandering Democrats

Is polygamy one of the causes of the rioting in France? Well, that's the astonishing claim being made by some high-ranking French leaders and public figures, including Interior Minister Nicolas Sarkozy. … [Read more...] about The French riots? Blame polygamy

So now the pivotal question becomes: will the dramatic anti-war comments of the top Democrat on military spending — a long-respected, decorated Vietnam veteran — prove to be a turning point in Congressional and public opinion on the Iraq war, or just another rhetorical blip on the media-saturated U.S. screen? At issue are the comments of Rep. John P. Murtha … [Read more...] about Murtha’s Anti-War Comments: A Turning Point In More Ways Than One?

It isn't only a dog that can be a boy's best friend. … [Read more...] about Cat Blogging Friday

Legal Fiction has an excellent post on why Democrats are responding the way they are to the Bush administration, and why Bush's poll numbers aren't going to break out of the 40s any time soon. As a Duke fan, I protest the specific analogy he makes (and it only took us 54 seconds to erase that 10 point lead), but still, good post. … [Read more...] about Bad Example, Good Point

Has the momentum finally shifted toward withdrawing the troops? Things look grim for the "stay the course" crowd. … [Read more...] about Leaving Fallujah

...has confused many, but perhaps the secret underlying it has been discovered. … [Read more...] about The OSM (nee Pajamas Media) business plan…

Red State suggests there is... … [Read more...] about Is A Political Coup Brewing In The House?

A dramatic political development in the House. UPDATE: His most peppery comments are aimed at Vice President Dick Cheney and you can already hear the Discrediting Machine revving up when you read this New York Times piece:Mr. Murtha, a 73-year-old Marine Corps veteran of Vietnam combat, lashed back at Vice President Dick Cheney, who in a speech to a conservative group on … [Read more...] about Prominent Democratic Supporter Of War Calls For Immediate Withdrawal

It's far too long to post here at TMV in its entirety, but I've done a round-up of blog reaction to the Woodward revelation and the latest Plamegame news over at The Reaction. You can find it here. One little game I'm starting: Robert Redford played Woodward in the great All the President's Men. If a movie were made about The Plame Game, who would play him now? … [Read more...] about The unbearable arrogance of Bob Woodward

...the dog must have eaten the homework. … [Read more...] about With respect to the name change at Pajamas Media…

It's official: Pajamas Media, has now been launched but they've axed the old name for the new name Open Source Media (TMV doesn't even OWN pajamas). But a new controversy has erupted over whether they've usurped someone else's name. Read what the original Open Source Media has to say about that. Then explore the many links on this post and you'll see lots of comment on this … [Read more...] about The New Open Source Media (Pajamas Media) Has Begun — But What Does It Mean? (UPDATE)

An intriguing look at a still-simmering crisis that is being derailed in the U.S. media as it turns (as always) to the latest controversy can be found in THIS POST by Donklephant's Cicero. A small part of it 4 U:France’s reaction to the unrest in its cites — amounting to more methadone for the addicts — has lead me to conclude that social democracy cannot fundamentally … [Read more...] about Pondering Events In France

Talkers Magazine has published a ratings-based list of the top talk show hosts. As expected, at the top of the heap is conservative talker Rush Limbaugh. The top progressive host is Ed Schultz. See the list HERE. … [Read more...] about Talkers Magazine Lists Top Talk Show Hosts