Josh Marshall gets down to the core of Donald Trump's appeal on Talking Points Memo. Reading the piece what came through to me is how Trump's demeaning, dominating way of treating women maps almost perfectly onto how he treats men - particularly, men who challenge him, challenge his power. I am not saying they are the same. There's clearly a major difference. But they are of a … [Read more...] about Trump’s Essence: White Male Dominance
Zootopia: Another Disney classic
[Taken from the www.chocobites.net] Zootopia aka Zootropolis could be the best Disney film since The Lion King [1994]. Yes, what I am trying to say is that you have to travel more than 20 years in time to find a Disney movie better than Zootopia. If you want to be funny about it, you could count Pixar’s The Incredibles [2004] – but any way you look at it, Zootopia is a very … [Read more...] about Zootopia: Another Disney classic
Open notes testing could help in education (Guest Voice)
Open notes testing could help in education by Jordan Cooper Life is not an open book. It ain't easy. It isn't spoon fed to you. It isn't uncomplicated. However, we do have an open invitation, that is to learn how much we want to know. It is to understand what we would like to. It is to be the people who we want to be and we can find it along the way how to live in … [Read more...] about Open notes testing could help in education (Guest Voice)
Batman v Superman = Frustration
[Taken from www.chocobites.net] Full disclosure: I love Man of Steel. It's one of my favourite Superhero films [just behind the Nolan films and in front of the better Marvel ones]. That film, along with the comic Red Son, is the reason why I now consider myself a Superman fan. With that out of the way... Batman V Superman is one of the most frustrating films I have … [Read more...] about Batman v Superman = Frustration
Sanders won the delegate contest on Tuesday, despite what you’ve read or heard
Sanders recognizes Washington is as close to a must-win as it gets after his disappointing loss in Arizona on Tuesday. Politico, Gabriel DeBenedetti 03/25/16 05:45 AM EDT There are a lot of reasons for the Sanders campaign to want to do well in Washington state on Saturday. Overcoming a big "loss" on Tuesday is not one of them, despite the ongoing media … [Read more...] about Sanders won the delegate contest on Tuesday, despite what you’ve read or heard
Republicans continue proving Hamilton and Madison were wrong
As the Republican controlled Senate continues to refuse to hold confirmation hearings for or even meet with President Obama's nominee for Supreme Court Justice, Federal Judge Merrick Garland, one thing is clear: Alexander Hamilton and James Madison were wrong. During the debates over ratification of the Constitution, the Anti-Federalists were deeply concerned about the … [Read more...] about Republicans continue proving Hamilton and Madison were wrong
Ted Cruz Sex Scandal – Is It Real? Is He Done? UPDATED
Reports from legitimate sources, including Taegan Goddard's Political Wire are raising the issue of a sex scandal involving Republican candidate for the presidential nomination, Ted Cruz. The initial report came from The National Enquirer which also broke the affairs of John Edwards, Jesse Jackson and Gary Hart, among others. As one report from another source noted, the … [Read more...] about Ted Cruz Sex Scandal – Is It Real? Is He Done? UPDATED
Is Paul Ryan the only president who makes sense for 2016 America?
A momentous potential turning point in 2016 American politics occurred on Wednesday, one that would have been largely ignored in the kinder, gentler times of 1996 or 1986 or 1976. House Speaker Paul Ryan, without any prompting, delivered a salient speech on Wednesday that could be viewed as a treatise on a return to good government and civil political discourse. Or it could … [Read more...] about Is Paul Ryan the only president who makes sense for 2016 America?
Francis, You Beauty
Francis, You Beauty (I wrote this in September 2015 at the time of Pope’s visit to the US. In an increasingly polarized world, I continue to be inspired by this giant of a personality working to bring people together.) Just as I had promised myself a break from writing, he shows up Such inspiration, Oh my God Is this Pope impressive or what A Fiat 500 in … [Read more...] about Francis, You Beauty
No, Todd Starnes, American Christians don’t need Ted Cruz in order to sleep soundly at night.
Dear Todd Starnes: You certainly do have chutzpah. That is the nicest thing that I can say about your recent screed in which you link the survival of Christianity in America to a Cruz presidency. Here is what you say about Ted Cruz's so-called "religious liberty council": "It’s a faith-based Justice League. And if Cruz follows their suggestions, American Christians will … [Read more...] about No, Todd Starnes, American Christians don’t need Ted Cruz in order to sleep soundly at night.
Sanders supporters warn: they won’t vote for Hillary
Sanders supporters warn: they won't vote for Hillary by Ken Stone Times of San Diego SAN DIEGO -- Dylan Souza wore a Pokémon outfit, including yellow headgear, to the San Diego Convention Center. But his presence Tuesday night at the Bernie Sanders rally wasn’t Comic-Con kid stuff. If the Vermont senator doesn’t win the Democratic nomination, he said, “I’d probably … [Read more...] about Sanders supporters warn: they won’t vote for Hillary
Cartoons: Terror News
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The Politics of Terror in a Climate of Fear
The Politics of Terror in a Climate of Fear By Dick Polman Every terrorist attack threatens to put Donald Trump one step closer to the White House. Fear is a potent political weapon — especially at times like this, with Brussels in the news — and Trump is a master at going for the gut. If more attacks occur in the West between now and election day, he may be well … [Read more...] about The Politics of Terror in a Climate of Fear
Paul Ryan’s cowardly neutrality on Trump
WASHINGTON -- Before House Speaker Paul Ryan's "Address on the State of American Politics" Wednesday, an aide went to the microphone to instruct the crowd. "You don't have to save your applause to the end," said the aide, Caleb Smith. "If he says something you like -- clap. You know? You can stand up. It's fine." Forgive me if I don't join in the ovation. … [Read more...] about Paul Ryan’s cowardly neutrality on Trump
Dietary Changes Can Make a Big Difference to People and the Planet
Marco Springmann, University of Oxford Eating more fruit and vegetables and cutting back on red and processed meat will make you healthier. That's obvious enough. But as chickens and cows themselves eat food and burn off their own energy, meat is also a major driver of climate change. Going veggie can drastically reduce your carbon footprint.… … [Read more...] about Dietary Changes Can Make a Big Difference to People and the Planet
Cartoons: HEIDI, HEIDI, EW!
Cartoons: Heidi, Heidi, EW! by Clay Jones I know this cartoon is mean and it’s not fair but I don’t claim to be fair. You already know I don’t draw nice cartoons. Basically, Ted Cruz is gross. He’s icky. He’s creepy. A little bit slimy. He’s definitely not someone you want touching you. It’d be like walking into a spider web where you do that dance with an invisible … [Read more...] about Cartoons: HEIDI, HEIDI, EW!
Sarah Palin to Make Courtroom Reality Show: Reports
Sarah Palin, the former governor of Alaska and John McCain’s vice presidential running mate in the 2008 election, has reportedly signed a production deal to star in a courtroom reality show. The news was first reported by People Tuesday. A publicist for the production company confirmed the deal to USA Today. “She’s sold millions of books,… … [Read more...] about Sarah Palin to Make Courtroom Reality Show: Reports
Cartoons: EU border control
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Cruz and Kasich Being Used to Elect President Ryan
Opinion and Baseless Speculation Ted Cruz and John Kasich are either dumb as rocks or they’re part of the scam. Who are the scammers and scammees? The scammers are the Republican power brokers, who some pundits foolishly claim have lost their brokering power. The scammees are Republican voters who think their votes will actually have meaning in selecting the … [Read more...] about Cruz and Kasich Being Used to Elect President Ryan
How To Connect With Voters Without Really Trying
I live in Toronto, which means that for a relatively brief but very embarrassing period Rob Ford was my mayor. Or I should identify him by his formal title "Rob Ford, the Crack Smoking Mayor of Toronto." Sadly, Rob Ford died this week, having been diagnosed with cancer about a year and a half ago. He was 46 years old and leaves behind a wife and children, which is always sad … [Read more...] about How To Connect With Voters Without Really Trying