UPDATE: President-elect Trump, who usually immediately and forcefully -- make that viciously -- reacts to the slightest personal provocation had the following incredibly nonchalant response to the actions the United States is taking in response to Russian intentional attacks on our democracy. This is Trump's statement: "It’s time for our country to move on to … [Read more...] about (Updates) Breaking News: Obama Administration Announces ‘Actions in Response to Russian Harassment’ – Releases Report – Presidents’ Statement
The Man in the High Castle – Season 2 review
Here is the thing, Westworld wasn't the best television series of 2016 - it wasn't even the most mysterious or... well, weirdest. If it were up to me, I'd give every television award possible (maybe except from the comedy ones) to The Man in the High Castle. Amazon Prime Video (or whatever it's called) finally has its flagship show. The Man in the High Castle is basically … [Read more...] about The Man in the High Castle – Season 2 review
Obamacare is in Real Trouble
Obamacare is in Real Trouble by by jdledell After several years since it’s’ implementation, the flaws of Obamacare are readily apparent but the Republican Congress is likely to kill it rather than treat it so it can be brought back to health. Just about every Insurance company involved in Obamacare is losing money: A – United Healthcare is expected to lose $850 million … [Read more...] about Obamacare is in Real Trouble
Cartoon: Putin Puppet
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As Trump prepares his kissy face for Putin, a glimpse into the dictator’s soul
WASHINGTON -- "Spare us the kissy-face." It was June 2001 and I was covering President George W. Bush's trip to Slovenia, where he had just met Vladimir Putin for the first time. I and others were struck by Bush's praise for the Russian leader as "trustworthy." Said Bush: "I was able to get a sense of his soul." But back in Washington, my editor had no interest in … [Read more...] about As Trump prepares his kissy face for Putin, a glimpse into the dictator’s soul
The Latest Lie From Trump’s Alt-Reality
The Latest Lie From Trump's Alt-Reality By Dick Polman You never hear the term "black liar" anymore. I think it died in the 19th century, which is a shame, because it'd be a kick to diss a fabulist by saying, "You are a black liar, sir!" We should revive it, if only to use it on Trump. I'm supposed to be on vacation, but naturally the black liar has tweeted something … [Read more...] about The Latest Lie From Trump’s Alt-Reality
Journalist and FOIA advocate sue U.S. government over Russian involvement in election
On Monday, journalist Jason Leopold and Ryan Shapiro, a Ph.D. candidate at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT), filed a lawsuit against four federal agencies seeking records pertaining to Russia’s interference in the presidential election as well as records of "U.S. intelligence agency operations involving any such Russian interference." Earlier this month, the … [Read more...] about Journalist and FOIA advocate sue U.S. government over Russian involvement in election
The N-Word is never appropriate (Guest Voice)
The N-Word is never appropriate by Jordan Cooper South Carolina Football lost to Clemson Football in the 2nd worst point spread in the history of the Palmetto Bowl. However, the rotten antics of the times of Jim Crow from the game in the Year of 1900 still are fouling the atmosphere of the rivalry between the only two FBS teams in South Carolina. In the NCAA for … [Read more...] about The N-Word is never appropriate (Guest Voice)
Cartoons: FALLING ON NETTY AND HIS LITTLE BROOM TOO
Falling on Netty and his little broom, too by Clay Jones After the United Nations Security Council voted 14-0 to condemn Israel for continuing to build settlements in East Jerusalem, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said “friends don’t take friends to the Security Council.” As Vincent Vega said to Butch in Pulp Fiction, “I’m not your friend, … [Read more...] about Cartoons: FALLING ON NETTY AND HIS LITTLE BROOM TOO
Constitution-Loving GOP Considers Stripping House Members Of First Amendment Right
As the first of the year approaches the new Congress is ready to get down to business in Washington. It's a case of "meet the new boss - same as the old boss" when it comes to GOP leadership. Mitch McConnell is still running the show in the Senate, and Paul Ryan is in charge of… … [Read more...] about Constitution-Loving GOP Considers Stripping House Members Of First Amendment Right
Cartoon: Carrie Fisher
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The Annual War on Christmas
The annual War on Christmas, which began Black Friday, will finally end at New Year’s Day. There are three main reasons it ends on New Year’s Day. First, there are football games that displace the energy the easily-distracted ultra-right wing needs to get through the end of the year. Second, Donald Trump needs the time to prepare for the presidency. He has … [Read more...] about The Annual War on Christmas
Carrie Fisher Dies At 60
The relentless celebrity stalker of 2016 strikes again as Carrie Fisher has died at the age of 60, a few days after suffering a massive heart attack. I had been expecting this as I suspect she suffered pretty serious brain injury during the heart attack. The story is just breaking so there are not many details or links yet but we will update as they become … [Read more...] about Carrie Fisher Dies At 60
As Transition Winds Down, Deficiencies Must Be Addressed
In just 25 short days, President-elect Donald Trump sheds the elect and takes office as our nation’s 45th president. With much of the transition period behind, I have a number of thoughts. I will not focus on the quality of the appointments that have been made, but rather, on my concerns with what has not been done. But I also want to address a matter equally concerning that is … [Read more...] about As Transition Winds Down, Deficiencies Must Be Addressed
Tariffs or Border Adjustment taxes – Is there a Difference?
Tariffs or Border Adjustment taxes – Is there a Difference? by jdledell Donald Trump in his campaign for President made a lot of noise about unfair trade deals and its negative effects on the American economy. Many times he threatened to slap a 35% tariff on imported goods. This would be a higher tariff than even under the infamous Smoot-Hawley tariffs which were … [Read more...] about Tariffs or Border Adjustment taxes – Is there a Difference?
Cheetahs heading towards extinction as habitat shrinks
Scientists are warning that the cheetah, the fastest land animal, is rapidly heading towards extinction, with depleting habitats and poaching to blame for the plummeting numbers. According to a report published in the National Academy of Sciences on Monday, an estimated 7,100 cheetahs remain in the wild across Africa and a small area of Iran, with… … [Read more...] about Cheetahs heading towards extinction as habitat shrinks
Netanyahu seeks to get Israelis to rally around him in anti-Obama assault
By Jeffrey Heller JERUSALEM (Reuters) - Benjamin Netanyahu has been unrelenting in his criticism of the Obama administration over what he condemned as its "shameful" decision not to veto a U.N. Security Council resolution calling for a halt to Israeli settlement-building. But with the clock ticking down on Barack Obama's presidency, a possibly more amenable Republican … [Read more...] about Netanyahu seeks to get Israelis to rally around him in anti-Obama assault
Putin believes in the spirit of giving | Sheneman cartoon
My new favorite activity is watching Donald Trump sycophants -- who are either angling for administration jobs or already awarded with such -- slither onto cable news outlets and twist themselves into knots trying to justify their new benefactor's confusing and enduring love for Russian despot, Vladimir Putin. If you watch real close you can see… … [Read more...] about Putin believes in the spirit of giving | Sheneman cartoon
Trudeau praises Canada’s Muslim community
In his traditional greeting to the Reviving the Islamic Spirit convention taking place in Toronto, Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau commended the Muslim community for its contributions to Canada and reiterated his commitment to combat Islamophobia and politics of hate and division. "Canada is stronger because of the contributions of its Muslim community. We are stronger… … [Read more...] about Trudeau praises Canada’s Muslim community
Officially using Disqus Comments
TMV readers: We have officially moved to Disqus comments. This means that your current way of commenting by logging into TMV (or your still logged in) does not work. You will have to log into Disqus when you want to comment for the first. This can be done right in the comment area by clicking "Login" in the upper right of the comment box. If you already have a Disqus, … [Read more...] about Officially using Disqus Comments