by Peter Funt My message to certain Democrats, starting with Hillary Clinton: Don't go away mad, just go away. Harsh as that seems, the nation's progressive-minded citizens have enough on their hands with Donald Trump in the White House and Republicans in control on Capitol Hill. We don't need to re-litigate - to use a currently fashionable cable-news term - the 2016 … [Read more...] about Hillary and Co Should Chill
Pope Francis slams climate change doubters as ‘stupid’
Pope Francis has sharply criticised climate change deniers as "stupid" in the wake of a spate of powerful hurricanes that have wreaked havoc in the US, Mexico and the Caribbean. "Those who deny it [climate change] should go to the scientists and ask them," the pontiff said on Monday during an in-flight press conference on the… … [Read more...] about Pope Francis slams climate change doubters as ‘stupid’
UN Human Rights Chief: Governments not terrorists “will break humanity”
Governments “will break humanity” if left on their current course, the UN human rights chief said today, while also blaming Buddhist Myanmar for conducting “a textbook example of ethnic cleansing” of its Muslim Rohingya minority. UN High Commissioner for Human Rights Zeid Ra'ad Al Hussein called on Myanmar “to reverse the pattern of severe and widespread discrimination … [Read more...] about UN Human Rights Chief: Governments not terrorists “will break humanity”
‘That Same Inescapable Feeling Of Dread’
Life as we knew it changed forever 16 years ago today, which at least in the Northeast is uncannily similar to the gloriously sunny morning of September 11, 2001. But the 9/11 attacks were not to be the only cataclysm to visit upon America in the opening decades of the 21st century. Comparing 9/11 with the Trump presidency is a fool’s errand in some ways, but they are not … [Read more...] about ‘That Same Inescapable Feeling Of Dread’
A National Global War on Terrorism Memorial
Today marks the 16th anniversary of the September 11 terrorist attacks on our country. Pentagon workers unfurl a large American flag over the west side of the Pentagon at sunrise, Sept. 11, 2017, on the 16th anniversary of the 9/11 terrorist attacks. DoD photo by Air Force Tech. Sgt. Brigitte N. Brantley Those dastardly attacks killed 2,977 innocent men, women and … [Read more...] about A National Global War on Terrorism Memorial
Did lesbians cause Hurricanes Irma and Harvey? God knows.
WASHINGTON -- It's that season again. An ominous swirl forms in the Atlantic, citizens batten down or evacuate, TV weather reporters put on rain slickers and, as predictably as National Weather Service bulletins, some End-Times pastors and other provocateurs on the right attribute the storm to a wrathful God's vengeance on liberals. The storm surge has already washed up Jim … [Read more...] about Did lesbians cause Hurricanes Irma and Harvey? God knows.
Trump and the road not taken
WASHINGTON -- Be wary of anyone who purports to understand the deep meaning of President Trump's decision to side with the Democrats on short-term budget issues. Nobody knows what he's up to, and this probably includes Trump himself. Nonetheless, his recent foray into bipartisanship provides the occasion to explore the path he chose not to take at the beginning of his … [Read more...] about Trump and the road not taken
Cartoon and column: KICKIN’ IT WITH CHUCK AND NANCY
To help set the proper mood, THIS is the music for the first panel, and THIS is the music for the second. An expression I’m sick and tired of is “nothing burger.” It’s popular with conservatives, who also love “fake news.” Both terms are often used together, as in “this Russian collusion story is a nothing burger and fake news.” Leave it to Republicans to muck up their … [Read more...] about Cartoon and column: KICKIN’ IT WITH CHUCK AND NANCY
The Rise of Home-Aphobia
Renato Brunetta, an Italian politician, recently drew attention for criticizing adult “children” still living at home. He even attempted, unsuccessfully, to pass a law banning people from living at home past the age of eighteen. While the legislation failed, the sentiment he represents is part of a growing global trend. In the United States, a similar social bias has been … [Read more...] about The Rise of Home-Aphobia
Should Democrats Do a Deal for the Dreamers?
Let's stick with the story about the Dreamers - the 800,000 young immigrants Trump wants to kick out of the country - because we need to talk about the Democrats. You may remember the Democrats. They're the people who need a crowbar to break into the news cycle. But if they can refrain from embarrassing themselves by refighting 2016, they could play a pivotal role in saving … [Read more...] about Should Democrats Do a Deal for the Dreamers?
No, Not Another Outbreak of Clinton Fatigue!
Pundits are speculating, "whither Hillary," prompted by the release of "What Happened" (sans ?), her campaign memoir. Unfortunately, she is thrust back into the national spotlight. If it were solely a book tour, that's one thing. However, people are gaggling about Clinton's future role in the Democratic party. That road leads to ruin. If I were her adviser and if she were … [Read more...] about No, Not Another Outbreak of Clinton Fatigue!
Cartoon and column: Rushnado
Al Franken published a book in the 1990s before he became a United States Senator titled “Rush Limbaugh Is A Big Fat Idiot.” I’ll give that title a “ditto.” Limbaugh is well-known for being a provocative flame thrower and pusher of absurdity in his attempts to take down liberalism. But, he’s gone beyond just being a national jerk throughout his career. Limbaugh was fake news … [Read more...] about Cartoon and column: Rushnado
Myanmar’s gruesome purge of Rohingya Muslims appears unstoppable
Myanmar’s gruesome purge of Rohingya Muslims appears unstoppable It is Asia’s most vicious ethnic cleansing campaign, a purge that has driven Rohingya Muslims screaming from their Myanmar homeland into the marshlands of Bangladesh. Now it is accelerating. Myanmar’s army, seemingly determined to rid the nation of this ethnic minority, has created a Rohingya refugee population … [Read more...] about Myanmar’s gruesome purge of Rohingya Muslims appears unstoppable
Trump Tacks to Test the Wind
I made a list of all the reasons the future ex-President swiftly adopted the Schumer-Pelosi pitch this week. - I immediately struck Crisis of Conscience and Enlightened Self-Interest but did retain Unenlightened Self-Interest as a possibility. - He needed funding in place for Harvey and Irma. - Payback to Mitch McConnell and Paul Ryan for paying him back. - Recognition of … [Read more...] about Trump Tacks to Test the Wind
Eric Bolling out at Fox News after lewd texts scandal
The big media news: Fox News and conservative host Eric Bolling are going their separate ways after a scandal sparked by a Huffington Post report that he sent lewd text messages -- some apparently Anthony Weiner style -- to female employees. The company launched an investigation and now they're parting company. I'm sure Bolling had wanted to stick it out at Fox a bit … [Read more...] about Eric Bolling out at Fox News after lewd texts scandal
Will Amazon or Apple Blow Up James Bond?
Though actor Daniel Craig recently confirmed he would be after portraying the spy four previous times on the big screen, audiences and insiders are still wondering what studio will land the rights to the franchise. Warner Brothers is reportedly in the lead to win the contract for the next 007 movies, but Amazon and Apple are… … [Read more...] about Will Amazon or Apple Blow Up James Bond?
FACEBOOK’S COLLUSION
At this rate, I’m kinda expecting a revelation that Mark Zuckerberg was at the Donald Trump Jr. Russian meeting. Like you, I’m constantly annoyed with Facebook while utilizing it on a daily basis. The bothersome stuff, while annoying me, doesn’t affect my life in the slightest…or it didn’t until now. I’m the type of person where a messed-up food order at McDonald’s won’t … [Read more...] about FACEBOOK’S COLLUSION
Hypocrisy 101: Limbaugh evacuates South Florida after claiming Hurricane Irma liberal hoax
Conservative radio show talker and notable demonizer, conspiracy-theory spreader Rush Limbaugh has literally refused to put his money where his mouth is. After claiming Hurricane Irma was a liberal conspiracy to make climate change look real, Limbaugh is evacuating South Florida, and claiming that it's due to legal concerns -- not to save his own Guinness Book of Records sized … [Read more...] about Hypocrisy 101: Limbaugh evacuates South Florida after claiming Hurricane Irma liberal hoax
Military Weekend: The Week That Was
During the past ten days or so, our active duty, reserve and National Guard military have once again shown their dedication, mettle, compassion and, often, heroism helping with search, rescue and recovery activities during and after Hurricane Harvey. Here are some images: An aerial view shows extensive flooding from Harvey in a residential area in Southeast … [Read more...] about Military Weekend: The Week That Was
What Chuck and Nancy need to learn from Mitch and Paul
WASHINGTON -- Chuck and Nancy and Donald and Ivanka seemed to thoroughly enjoy their meeting at the White House the other day. Mitch and Paul, not so much. Does it really surprise anyone that President Trump betrayed the Republican leaders who have been trying their best to carry water for him on Capitol Hill -- Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell and House Speaker Paul … [Read more...] about What Chuck and Nancy need to learn from Mitch and Paul