If you get caught cheating on your significant other, your defense might be to blame the informer with “you’re going to believe her? She’s a big fat slut!”. The “big fat slut” defense may work if your significant other is stupid, but it doesn’t change the fact you’re guilty. President Trump informed us, several times, that former FBI director James Comey told him three times … [Read more...] about Cartoon: SMEARING MUELLER
Watergate’s Ken Starr: Firing Mueller would be an insult to the Founding Fathers
So what's the view of Kenneth W. Starr, the former U.S. solicitor general who served as independent counsel in the Whitewater and Monica Lewinsky investigation, about President Donald Trump being under investigation by Special Counsel Robert Mueller. Where does he think the evidence stands? What would he advise Trump to do. He wrote an op-ed in the Washington Post. Here are a … [Read more...] about Watergate’s Ken Starr: Firing Mueller would be an insult to the Founding Fathers
Russia Scandal Update: Is There A Smoking Gun In Trump’s Dirty Laundry?
What is the big hammer the Kremlin is holding over Donald Trump's head, so big that he has backed himself into an ever tighter corner where he continues to bleat that the Russia scandal is "fake" news while flailing and failing to shut down the FBI's lead investigation, let alone the four congressional probes? The most intriguing answer to that question comes in, of all … [Read more...] about Russia Scandal Update: Is There A Smoking Gun In Trump’s Dirty Laundry?
The Problem With Presidential Succession
The recent shooting in Virginia have reminded us that we live in a world that is not always safe. Not only do we live in the post 9/11 era of global terror but we also have these incidents of a single deranged person. I have written over the years about the problems with Presidential succession but the problem remains and still needs to be resolved. Under the terms of the … [Read more...] about The Problem With Presidential Succession
Enough with These Movie Universes Already
He's one of the biggest stars on the planet, but even Tom Cruise couldn't lead "The Mummy" to a totally successful opening weekend at the box office. Despite posting great numbers overseas, "The Mummy" couldn't reach number one at the box office and brought in just over $30 million. That's after box office expectations were at… … [Read more...] about Enough with These Movie Universes Already
Under investigation and feeling the heat
WASHINGTON -- President Trump now finds himself exactly where he doesn't want to be: under investigation by a dogged, highly respected prosecutor who owes him no personal or political loyalty. And the president has only himself to blame. Trump let off some steam Thursday morning by issuing a couple of angry statements on Twitter: "They made up a phony collusion with the … [Read more...] about Under investigation and feeling the heat
The Moderate Voice’s Emergency fundraiser (URGENT): GOAL REACHED
As of this moment, TMV has raised $2885 in the fundraiser. The goal is reached. Many thanks to all who contributed, and to TMV commentor and occasional contributor JDLEDDELL who double matched many of the donations to help bring the fundraiser to an end. We'll offer a special thank you post this weekend. TMV will debut with an almost completely new site in a few weeks. And, … [Read more...] about The Moderate Voice’s Emergency fundraiser (URGENT): GOAL REACHED
Double Your Money Fundraiser
Okay TPM’ers it’s time to cough up some bucks in support of Joe, Tyrone and all the folks who contribute to our daily enjoyment. Most of you, like me, visit TMV every day and we have come to consider the people who comment daily, as friends. I’m sure most of your realize how unique this site is in the world of Blogs. The articles are thoughtful and thought provoking and the … [Read more...] about Double Your Money Fundraiser
Cartoon: Trump
Caught in the insidious web of the Black Market in babies, one couple vows to fight back. The plan they hatch will test all their skill and nerves. Publishers Weekly says: “Slosberg delivers an emotional gut punch to the reader in this thriller." Also, check out my website, < mikeslosbergbooks.com> … [Read more...] about Cartoon: Trump
Partisan guns are silenced by a real one
WASHINGTON -- There was an eerie silence in the House chamber when the gavel fell to open Wednesday morning's session. This was supposed to be the time for "morning-hour" speeches, those short partisan jabs and one-liners. But not a single lawmaker was on the floor, the brown-leather benches and speakers' tables all empty. Without even the invocation or the pledge, the … [Read more...] about Partisan guns are silenced by a real one
Poll: Majority thinks Trump has little to no respect for country’s institutions
Now we have proof that you can't foll people all of the time. This poll: A majority of American adults thinks President Trump has little or no respect for the democratic traditions in the U.S., according to a new poll. The Associated Press/NORC Center for Public Affairs Research poll finds 65 percent of respondents think the president has little or no respect for the … [Read more...] about Poll: Majority thinks Trump has little to no respect for country’s institutions
No Place to Hide
National politics has driven me crazy. A two-party wreck- I simply can't turn away. Hearings on parade: Sessions, Comey, Rogers, Coats, Klapper, Yates, Sessions again. Nunes is in, then he's out, then he's in again. Mueller's in, Mueller's out. Bharara's in, Bharara's out. Rachel Maddow needs a vacation, I mean more than her week on the disabled list. Spoiler: Fox is not … [Read more...] about No Place to Hide
FORKED TONGUE: In 1996 NEWT GINGRICH authored long lists of INSULTS HE URGED be spewed TOWARD OTHERS
I'm sorry to bring this to you, for before the presidential elections I had written an article for themoderatevoice calling for several prominent elected officials to speak out against the seeming solicited, hooting, violence breaking out at Trump rallies. Every person I asked to condemn 'violence fluffing' responded. Except Newt. Now I see why. Gingrich seemingly the father … [Read more...] about FORKED TONGUE: In 1996 NEWT GINGRICH authored long lists of INSULTS HE URGED be spewed TOWARD OTHERS
In defense of science: Making facts great again
From across the Atlantic, the European scientific community is watching warily as our American colleagues endure increasingly politicised attacks on their work and on the very foundation of evidence-based science. President Donald Trump's decision earlier this month to withdraw the United States from the historic Paris Agreement on Climate Change - a decision condemned by … [Read more...] about In defense of science: Making facts great again
Who do your trust? Comey or the “Phoney?” (Guest Poetry Commentary)
Who do you trust? Comey or the “Phony” by a Combat veteran and Patriot Trump fired Comey and called him a few names to please his base A “show boater”, a “grand stander” and a “nut case” He claimed the FBI was in total disarray and morale was in the pits And Comey was a “leaker”: those were just some of his choice bits Talk about disarray and morale in the dumps: … [Read more...] about Who do your trust? Comey or the “Phoney?” (Guest Poetry Commentary)
Gun Violence is the National Pastime
Experts: Fake News, Propaganda, Disinformation Has Always Existed
Fake news, propaganda and disinformation has always existed. What sets today apart from years gone by is its rapid dissemination and global reach, experts say. Concerns raised by the instant propagation of fake news in the digital age and the harmful impact it has on the credibility and independence of journalism, democratic values and human rights… … [Read more...] about Experts: Fake News, Propaganda, Disinformation Has Always Existed
What Republicans are doing while you’re distracted by Sessions and Comey
WASHINGTON -- Monday was the first anniversary of the Pulse nightclub shooting in Orlando that left 49 dead. Saturday will be the second anniversary of the church shooting in Charleston, S.C., where nine were murdered at Bible study. In between these two somber remembrances, House Republicans will be commemorating the occasion in their own way: They will begin work relaxing … [Read more...] about What Republicans are doing while you’re distracted by Sessions and Comey
Cartoon: The Trump Agenda
The Koch Brothers Want To Rewrite The Constitution. They May Succeed.
The Wisconsin Assembly votes Wednesday on whether to call for a convention to change the U.S. Constitution. While that in itself is surprising — the American people have never exercised their legally enshrined right to convene a new Constitutional convention — what’s more surprising is that pro-business groups with ties to the Koch brothers have pushed… … [Read more...] about The Koch Brothers Want To Rewrite The Constitution. They May Succeed.