Old Hollywood collided with new when "Golden Age" star Olivia de Havilland decided to sue FX network for its recent limited series, "Feud," which examined the rivalry between actresses Bette Davis and Joan Crawford. The 101-year-old star said the network and producers did not consult her before they rolled cameras -- and she believes Catherine Zeta-Jones'… … [Read more...] about These Hollywood Legends Are Very Much Alive
Trump reportedly calls White House “a real dump”
This is a White House in damage control mode 24/7. The latest denial comes from a tidbit reported by that famous leftist publication Sports Illustrated, in an article on the President's passion for golf (you, know -- that sport that Sean, Rush, and many conservatives on twitter and on blogs made such a big deal of when then-President Barack Obama went golfing: the outrage over … [Read more...] about Trump reportedly calls White House “a real dump”
Gas Has Been Passed
The Tesla Model 3 has received rave reviews so far. In its souped-up version it has a range of over 300 miles, The basic model still gets about 220 miles before requiring a charge. The car has more space than its BMW and Mercedes competitors. It accelerates better. it is today's car of the future. Pending repair and maintenance feedback, the Tesla is not … [Read more...] about Gas Has Been Passed
Cartoon: John McCain
More Twitter Reaction to the Mooch’s Departure
Well, Anthony Scaramucci is out as White House communications director after just 10 days in the job. Of course Twitter and other social media are all over this one. Even before Sarah Huckabee Sanders took to the podium on Monday to explain why this wasn't total chaos and madness at the White House, the internet had… … [Read more...] about More Twitter Reaction to the Mooch’s Departure
Cartoon: Trump junkyard
Twitter Reacts To Anthony Scaramucci’s Dismissal From The White House
It was a short, bumpy ride for Anthony Scaramucci's tenure at the White House. The Wall Street financier was named as the new White House communications director ten days ago, and President Donald Trump on Monday decided to remove Scaramucci from his role. Scaramucci was seen as a smooth talker and seemed in his first press… … [Read more...] about Twitter Reacts To Anthony Scaramucci’s Dismissal From The White House
Cartoon: Exit Scaramucci
‘The Mooch’ Is Out
Just ten days after "The Mooch" came, he went. The New York Times reported Monday that "President [Donald] Trump has decided to remove Anthony Scaramucci from his position as communications director." Soon after, ABC News reported that Scaramucci, often playfully called by his nickname "The Mooch," had resigned. Scaramucci, a New York financier, came onboard as… … [Read more...] about ‘The Mooch’ Is Out
(UPDATED) The Deepening Madness Of King Trump: ‘It’s An Affliction, Not A Presidency’
A funny thing happened on the way to King Donald's first six months on the throne. Impeaching him has gone from a liberal Democratic wet dream to an option that an increasing number of Republicans are discussing, albeit privately. This, to be sure, is different than actually doing the deed because the GOP has its own wet dream in believing the regent can help their stalled … [Read more...] about (UPDATED) The Deepening Madness Of King Trump: ‘It’s An Affliction, Not A Presidency’
Cartoon and Column: John McCain’s Thumb in the Eye
John McCain is being lauded for being as wise, brave, and having as much integrity as a woman. In the wee hours of Friday morning, the Republican-led Senate once again attempted to repeal Obamacare. They needed 51 votes to pass their “skinny repeal.” Despite having a majority of 52 Senators, they knew they would need Vice-President Mike Pence to cast the 51st vote as … [Read more...] about Cartoon and Column: John McCain’s Thumb in the Eye
The Saudi Invasion of Qatar
The recent unprecedented blockade of Qatar by its neighbors Saudi Arabia and the United Arab Emirates has the Persian Gulf region in uproar. Citizens are being expelled, Qatar’s only land border and main food supply line is closed, and their airline must do bizarre aerial calisthenics to avoid overflying most of the Arabian Peninsula. Why should we care, with our energy … [Read more...] about The Saudi Invasion of Qatar
The Great Movie Loss (Guest Voice)
The Great Movie Loss by Thomas Hoffman Earlier this year, Walt Disney World discontinued a show that should have been a permanent addition to the list of Disney classics. The Wishes fireworks show has performed one final "story in the sky.” Recently, another Disney classic has been destined to close. The Great Movie Ride is about to transport guests into the movies for the … [Read more...] about The Great Movie Loss (Guest Voice)
Cartoon: Scaramucci Sewer
Russia expels 755 US diplomats in response to U.S. sanctions
Russian President Vladimir Putin has said Russia will expel 755 US diplomatic staff and could consider imposing additional measures against the United States as a response to new US sanctions. Putin said in an interview televised on state television on Sunday that he ordered the move because he "thought it was the time to show that… … [Read more...] about Russia expels 755 US diplomats in response to U.S. sanctions
The Fight for Marine Sgt. Rafael Peralta’s Medal of Honor ‘Is Not Over’ (Updated)
Marine Sgt. Rafael Peralta [Update at bottom] During a beautiful and emotional ceremony, full of Navy tradition, the USS Rafael Peralta was commissioned at Naval Air Station North Island, San Diego, on Saturday, July 29, a “culminating event in a string of maritime rituals — ship naming, keel laying, christening and launching — that hearken back to 1775, when the … [Read more...] about The Fight for Marine Sgt. Rafael Peralta’s Medal of Honor ‘Is Not Over’ (Updated)
Cartoon: Implosion
A Democratic Lawmaker Went Inside ALEC And Heard A Lot About Changing The Constitution
The American Legislative Exchange Council, or ALEC, had its 44th annual conference in Denver last week, and just as she’s done since 2013, Wisconsin Democratic state representative Chris Taylor, one of only a handful of Democratic lawmakers among the conference’s 1,600 attendees, was there to get a sneak peek at the legislation that will cross her… … [Read more...] about A Democratic Lawmaker Went Inside ALEC And Heard A Lot About Changing The Constitution
What do we do if Trump really is insane?
WASHINGTON -- Maybe I'm doing this all wrong. For five years, I've been identifying Donald Trump, now president of the United States, as a nutter. I've called him crazy, daft, a madman, barking mad and mad as a March hare, and I've "diagnosed" him -- I'm not a mental-health professional and have never examined the president -- with narcissistic personality disorder and more. … [Read more...] about What do we do if Trump really is insane?
Maverick: The Legend of John McCain
John McCain is the most unusual political character of our time, President company excluded. He has been a conscientious conservative, a rank-and-file Republican, an across-the-aisle kind of bipartisan, and a zombie presidential candidate. McCain was a prisoner of war in Vietnam, withstanding five horrendous years in captivity. He is a genuine hero and an American legend. This … [Read more...] about Maverick: The Legend of John McCain