WASHINGTON -- Let it be said that for one lovely moment, House Speaker Paul Ryan and House Democratic leader Nancy Pelosi responded exactly as those in authority should to a shocking assault on human lives and our political system. After Wednesday's shooting on a baseball field, both spoke in a spirit of thoughtful solidarity and genuinely mutual concern. Kudos to … [Read more...] about The jungle of political suspicion
When Bad Things Happen To Bad People: Chris Christie’s Off-Key Swan Song
Coming as it does when it does, there is something deeply satisfying in Chris Christie's fall -- no, make that plummet -- from grace. Even in an era when 62 million Americans elected a man calamitously incompetent to be president, it is reassuring to know that the good burghers of New Jersey, a state that is both deeply liberal and corrupt, figured out that Christie thought he … [Read more...] about When Bad Things Happen To Bad People: Chris Christie’s Off-Key Swan Song
Resident Evil: Alex Jones
Evil comes in many forms. Last week, evil used a rifle to shoot at Republican members of Congress who were practicing for a softball game. Over in Manchester, England, evil use a bomb to kill 22 people at a concert. Although it reveals itself in such horrific acts, evil doesn't need to use a lethal weapon in order to inflict harm. Evil can also use a microphone and the … [Read more...] about Resident Evil: Alex Jones
How Many Sorcercers Need Apprentices?
Future Ex-President Trump has rolled out his jobs plan, and he's proposing - wait for it - an apprenticeship program. I could squeeze two pages of jokes out of that alone, but I wouldn't respect myself in the morning. In TV land, Trump's apprentices were actually untrained and lacked the mentoring of a successful apprenticeship. The candidates were treasure hunters without a … [Read more...] about How Many Sorcercers Need Apprentices?
The Real Reasons for this Qatari kerfuffle.
by David Anderson Spats between Persian Gulf nations are commonplace: they’re similar countries with a shared language, religion, and culture. All walk the tightrope between conservative Islam and modern openness to various degrees. Conflicts are often in the differences of how each pursues modernity verses Islam. The Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) is a loose affiliation … [Read more...] about The Real Reasons for this Qatari kerfuffle.
Ivanka Trump has noticed a new ‘level of viciousness.’ Its sources are clear.
By DANA MILBANK WASHINGTON -- Now we've done it. We've hurt Ivanka Trump's feelings. "There's a level of viciousness that I was not expecting," the presidential daughter and senior White House official told Fox News last week, adding that she was "blindsided" by the "ferocity." The poor dear. Here are a few sources the blindsided footwear magnate might consult to … [Read more...] about Ivanka Trump has noticed a new ‘level of viciousness.’ Its sources are clear.
The Wedding Planner: Strobe Lights in the Projects
Even J-Lo couldn't have written this into her contract.: "Add a point to Star's share if a Wedding Planner is appointed to federal office." As we said on November 9, nothing is unthinkable. When Future Ex-President Donald Trump announced that Lynne Patton, his family's event planner, would head up federal housing in the New York-New Jersey region, it was another Onion moment. … [Read more...] about The Wedding Planner: Strobe Lights in the Projects
The Charley Chase Scrapbook details a bittersweet life with laughter
Review by Doug Gibson This review is cross posted at Plan9Crunch blog. A while back I reviewed "... The Harry Langdon Scrapbook," a fascinating visual treat of the comic's life and career. It was a treat from small publishing house Walker and Anthony and it prompted me to want to read and review another vintage comic scrapbook subject, Charley Chase. It's "The … [Read more...] about The Charley Chase Scrapbook details a bittersweet life with laughter
(Updates) Search and Rescue Efforts Continue for Seven Missing USS Fitzgerald Sailors (Video)
Final Update: The Navy has released the names of the seven sailors killed when a cargo ship collided with a destroyer. All were found in flooded berths. The New York Times: They were identified as Dakota Kyle Rigsby, 19, of Palmyra, Va.; Shingo Alexander Douglass, 25, of San Diego; Ngoc T. Truong Huynh, 25, of Oakville, Conn.; Noe Hernandez, 26, of Weslaco, Tex.; … [Read more...] about (Updates) Search and Rescue Efforts Continue for Seven Missing USS Fitzgerald Sailors (Video)
Republicans and Conservatives should shun Ann Coulter.
Republicans and conservatives need Ann Coulter like they needs hemorrhoids, especially when she seriously needs a clue. Once again, the bombastic polemicist has demonstrated that critical thinking isn't her strong suit. A story by The Hill elaborates: "Conservative author and commentator Ann Coulter criticized President Trump in a series of tweets Friday over what she … [Read more...] about Republicans and Conservatives should shun Ann Coulter.
Cartoon: SMEARING MUELLER
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