It was still dark when I arrived at the federal courthouse in Newark Monday morning, but I wanted to be sure to get a good seat for the start of the Bridgegate trial. This was going to be delicious. The judge was a stickler about bringing in popcorn, it turned out. But my spirits picked up… … [Read more...] about Christie’s pal wants to kill me. What bully culture? (Guest Voice)
Proposition 62 appeals to the better angels of our nature
No righteous, freedom-loving Californian believes human beings should be executed for possessing or selling pot. Indeed, we rightly cringe at the megalomaniac entreaties (such as, kill drug dealers and “I’ll give you a medal”) of military strongman, Philippines President Rodrigo Duterte, who incites, and has himself been directly linked to mass extrajudicial killings of … [Read more...] about Proposition 62 appeals to the better angels of our nature
What we know about the Charlotte NC shooting
On Tuesday afternoon, Charlotte-Mecklenburg police officer Brentley Vinson shot and killed Keith Lamont Scott, 43, in University City, a subdivision of Charlotte, NC, about a mile from the University of North Carolina campus. According to the police statement, Vinson was at The Village at College Downs complex on Old Concord Road "searching for someone who had an outstanding … [Read more...] about What we know about the Charlotte NC shooting
Politix Update: Dubya Was Much Worse Than We Thought & Why That Matters Now
We're an empire now, and when we act, we create our own reality. We are history's actors . . . and you, all of you, will be left to just study what we do. ~ KARL ROVE I began blogging in 2005. After leaving behind a decades-long career as a newspaper editor and reporter, I still felt the need to scratch my writerly itch. My children seldom enjoyed my company more than … [Read more...] about Politix Update: Dubya Was Much Worse Than We Thought & Why That Matters Now
Poisoned Skittles and logical fallacies
At this writing, 23,000 people on Twitter are applauding the Trump-Pence presidential campaign analogy comparing poisoned Skittles to Syrian refugees seeking asylum. In so doing, they are probably celebrating xenophobia but they are certainly highlighting impaired reasoning. This image says it all. Let's end the politically correct agenda that doesn't put America … [Read more...] about Poisoned Skittles and logical fallacies
The Amazing “Prairie Weather”: a fond remembrance
As Shaun Mullen reported here, all of us here at The Moderate Voice and political junkies anywhere who surfed the Internet are now minus one of the fascinating bloggers of all time -- one who was often under the radar and preferred it to be that way. "Prairie Weather," who had her own blog, had been one of the most beloved and read contributors to TMV and it was clear her … [Read more...] about The Amazing “Prairie Weather”: a fond remembrance
Comes Around, Goes Around – Obama/Clinton Part 2
Eight years ago, Barack Obama and Hilary Clinton were in the midst of trying to play nice in the sandbox together after a lengthy and bruising primary. Hilary, in true Clinton fashion, triangulated herself into a key surrogate for the democratic nominee to fill in the gaps in her resume eventually becoming Secretary of State. Now, in 2016, the fates have twisted their … [Read more...] about Comes Around, Goes Around – Obama/Clinton Part 2
Less Work – What’s Next?
No matter what Donald Trump is promising, manufacturing jobs are not coming back to the United States. The nation’s manufacturing output is at an all-time high, though jobs in this sector have fallen dramatically. Robots and computers replacing humans are the new workers, and a way must be found to provide a living income for those citizens who have no jobs or low wage jobs … [Read more...] about Less Work – What’s Next?
Uh Oh, He Used The H (Hitler) Word!
When it comes to mass murder, Hitler runs a distant third. He trails Stalin by about 10 million and Mao by about 70 million. I don't mean to say that Adolph was a poser but frankly he was out of their league. Mao and Stalin were long-lasting tyrants, holding unquestioned, terrifying political power for five decades. The Third Reich of a thousand years lasted but twelve. Still, … [Read more...] about Uh Oh, He Used The H (Hitler) Word!
Cartoon: Today’s Party of Lincoln
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WATCH: Seth Meyers’ Devastating Comedic Takedown of Trump Birther Lies (VIDEO)
Seth Methers on Late Night with Seth Meyers gave a brutal 9 1/2 minute comedy take-down, complete with videos and tweets, detailing Republican Presidential candidate Donald Trumps lies about Barack Obama's birth certificate, when he (supposedly) stopped talking about it and that Hillary Clinton started the lie. We won't give any of the content away in this post. Just watch … [Read more...] about WATCH: Seth Meyers’ Devastating Comedic Takedown of Trump Birther Lies (VIDEO)
Cartoon: Donald Trump Practicing
Mike Slosberg is a cartoonist and novelist. He lives with his wife and hundreds of drawing pens on the Upper Westside of Manhattan, New York. You can see more of his cartoons and learn about his books by going to: mikeslosbergbooks.com … [Read more...] about Cartoon: Donald Trump Practicing
Democrats should worry, not panic
In 2008, when Hillary Clinton first ran for the Democratic presidential nomination against Barack Obama, I asked one of her oldest allies how she could be losing a race that appeared to be hers to win. "I've known Hillary for many years, ever since she came to Arkansas," former Sen. Dale Bumpers told me. "She'll find… … [Read more...] about Democrats should worry, not panic
World’s Largest 3D Printer Makes Almost Zero-Cost Homes Out of Mud
With more and more people needing housing around the world, it's hard to imagine a solution that's low-cost, environmentally friendly, and easy to build. But now with the world's largest 3D-printer, anything is possible. style="display:inline-block;width:300px;height:250px" data-ad-client="ca-pub-8420654331411867" data-ad-slot="1313712966"> The WASP – also known as the World's … [Read more...] about World’s Largest 3D Printer Makes Almost Zero-Cost Homes Out of Mud
Could a Terrorist Attack Pitchfork Donald Trump into the White House?
Embed from Getty Images Could a terror attack elect Donald Trump? I've long pondered that question and despite some analysts making a logical argument that it night not be enough, I increasingly have felt yes -- particularly if it's coupled with several other October surprises, all aimed at defeating Democratic Presidential nominee Hillary Clinton (see below). The Daily … [Read more...] about Could a Terrorist Attack Pitchfork Donald Trump into the White House?
New York Bombing Suspect Rahami Captured in New Jersey
NEW YORK/WASHINGTON (Reuters) - An Afghanistan-born American sought in connection with a bombing that wounded more than two dozen people in New York City and could be linked to other bombs found in New York and New Jersey was taken into custody on Monday after a shootout, a New Jersey mayor said. Ahmad Khan Rahami of Elizabeth, New Jersey, was taken into custody after firing … [Read more...] about New York Bombing Suspect Rahami Captured in New Jersey
Politix Update: Donald Trump Is Not Deplorable. Or Disgusting. He Is Depraved.
When we look back on the rise and fall of Donald John Trump the presidential candidate, one day in particular will capture the utter depravity of his campaign: Friday, September 16, 2016. It had been just another ho-hum week for Trump, who had boasted about his testosterone levels on a celebrity doctor’s television show, accused the Fed chairwoman of corruption, mocked an … [Read more...] about Politix Update: Donald Trump Is Not Deplorable. Or Disgusting. He Is Depraved.
Spiro Agnew’s Ghost
WASHINGTON -- Spiro Agnew is remembered for pleading no contest to tax evasion charges related to bribery and resigning as Richard Nixon's vice president. But his signal political achievement was igniting a campaign that endured for more than four decades painting the mainstream media as biased, liberal and elitist. Anti-media sentiment had long been bubbling on the … [Read more...] about Spiro Agnew’s Ghost
Cartoon: Shoot the Birther
Shoot the Birther by Clay Jones I started this cartoon while sitting at a bar. I finished it at home because things got crazy, but that’s another story. But the math says Tarantula tequila plus girl-too-young for Clay means Clay doesn’t get home until after 5:00 AM. I digress. So before the Tarantula or what’s-her-name showed up I started this cartoon by lettering the … [Read more...] about Cartoon: Shoot the Birther
Jeb Bush Does Hilarious Cameo at 2016 Emmys Poking Fun at Himself (VIDEO)
Former Republican Governor and unsuccessful seeker of the 2016 Republican Presidential nomination Jeb Bush made a surprise cameo in the opening segment with Jimmy Kimmel. Rather than describe it here, it's best to just watch it and not give away the punchlines. FOOTNOTE: As someone who is in entertainment biz when not huddled over a computer doing blog posts or … [Read more...] about Jeb Bush Does Hilarious Cameo at 2016 Emmys Poking Fun at Himself (VIDEO)