The conventional wisdom was that Hillary Clinton had an extraordinary month in October, with some pundits going as far to claim she virtually wrapped up the nomination. Yet now we are in November and Bernie Sanders has hardly been knocked out of the race. He is even looking like he is on track to win the month of November. While polls this long before primaries have limited … [Read more...] about Sanders Doing Quite Well In November After Good Month For Clinton In October
At least 30 dead in Paris shootings: French Media (Reuters Update)
PARIS (Reuters) - At least 30 people were killed in attacks in Paris and a hostage situation was under way at a concert hall in the French capital, French media reported on Friday.Several explosions were heard near a stadium where a friendly France-Germany soccer match was being held, attended by President Francois Hollande.Police helicopters circled the stadium north of Paris … [Read more...] about At least 30 dead in Paris shootings: French Media (Reuters Update)
Terror Attacks In Paris (Story with several news links)
Terrorism strikes again with at least 18-26 people reported dead in what authorities describe as "multiple attacks" in Paris, France. Hostages are also reportedly being held in a theater. At least 3 separate attacks have been reported along with explosions at the Stade de France (the national French stadium) which is now believed to be in lockdown. The French president … [Read more...] about Terror Attacks In Paris (Story with several news links)
Coming to America: Still Classic
Taken from my blog, Chocolate Bites. Coming to America is one of the greatest films ever made. Let me say that again... Coming to America is one of the GREATEST FILMS EVER MADE. I recently sat down with the film, only to catch the Zamunda section , but as soon it began I got a warm feeling in my heart and couldn't stop watching the rest. The film completely takes me back … [Read more...] about Coming to America: Still Classic
’Twixt the Cobwebs of Halloween and the Lights of Christmas
by Rosemary and Walter Brasch At one time, people placed carved pumpkins with a candle inside on their front porches to announce the beginning of the Halloween season. And then it became a contest. First, best Halloween pumpkin. And then who could decorate their trees and hedges with the best fake cobwebs, followed by fake witches in trees. Next came Pumpkin Chunkin’, … [Read more...] about ’Twixt the Cobwebs of Halloween and the Lights of Christmas
Politix Update: Vitter’s Very Serious Hypocrisy Very Seriously Catches Up To Him
It's clear at this point that what the presidential campaign lacks, despite the presence of Donald Trump, is a good sex scandal. But look no further than Louisiana and David "Diaper Dave" Vitter, who survived revelations in 2007 that he was a frequent flyer with prostitutes to win re-election to the Senate in 2010. But now Vitter's "very serious sin," as he very seriously put … [Read more...] about Politix Update: Vitter’s Very Serious Hypocrisy Very Seriously Catches Up To Him
Breaking Update: ‘Jihadi John’ Targeted in Drone Strike – ‘Reasonably Certain’ He’s Dead
Breaking Update: Pentagon says it is "reasonably certain" that air strike killed Jihadi John - the world is "better off" [Statement by DOD added at bottom] Remember the masked ISIL terrorist with a British accent who so brutally beheaded several Western hostages including American journalist James Foley? Reports are emerging that the U.S. military launched a drone … [Read more...] about Breaking Update: ‘Jihadi John’ Targeted in Drone Strike – ‘Reasonably Certain’ He’s Dead
When Love Is Taken…
Today is November 12, 2015. A friend and former co-worker had to say goodbye to her husband today. Her heart is breaking. Her world is shattered. I know that feeling. I know those emotions. I have been in that unimaginable and unbearable darkness. I lost my partner on March 10, 2005. I still remember every moment: holding her hand as she took her last breaths and … [Read more...] about When Love Is Taken…
“SPECTRE,” The 24th James Bond Adventure, Awarded A Guinness World Records(TM) Title For Largest Film Stunt Explosion
BEIJING, Nov. 10, 2015 /PRNewswire/ -- In addition to breaking box office records across the globe, SPECTRE, the 24 th James Bond adventure, has been awarded a Guinness World Records™ title for the Largest Film Stunt Explosion , it was announced today at a press conference in Beijing, China. SPECTRE, from Albert R. Broccoli's EON Productions,… … [Read more...] about “SPECTRE,” The 24th James Bond Adventure, Awarded A Guinness World Records(TM) Title For Largest Film Stunt Explosion
How They Observed Veterans Day
Well, another Veterans Day is history. Hopefully we will not wait until Memorial Day or the next Veterans Day to give another thought to our veterans. Many of us thanked and honored our veterans in articles and with thoughtful comments -- some here at TMV -- in person or by just keeping them in our thoughts. But how did veterans observe their Day? Below are some … [Read more...] about How They Observed Veterans Day
Fourth Republican Debate Primarily Economic Fantasy With Moments Of Sense On Foreign Policy From Rand Paul
This week’s Republican debate (transcript here) was largely a display of the standard Republican misconceptions about the economy, plus Bush and Kasich arguing with Donald Trump about whether you could just deport large numbers of people currently living in the United States. While, once again, he has received the least attention, I found Rand Paul to have the most sensible … [Read more...] about Fourth Republican Debate Primarily Economic Fantasy With Moments Of Sense On Foreign Policy From Rand Paul
Analysis: GOP divide on immigration grows, threatening election prospects
MILWAUKEE — The already bitter divide among Republican presidential candidates over immigration is deepening, a struggle that's going to keep the party in turmoil well into 2016 — and jeopardize its chances of winning the White House next year. The clash over how to deal with immigrants in the country illegally sparked the ugliest exchanges of… … [Read more...] about Analysis: GOP divide on immigration grows, threatening election prospects
Ben Carson’s higher power (Guest Voice)
Ben Carson's higher power by Dana Milbank WASHINGTON -- God has blessed America with great bounty during the 2016 Republican presidential contest, and now, with debate finally turning to the long-neglected question of who built Egypt's pyramids, our cup runneth over. Ben Carson, the nominal front-runner, last week restated his claim that these wonders of the … [Read more...] about Ben Carson’s higher power (Guest Voice)
A day for awareness, not just remembrance
I'm part of America's extended military family. My dad's older brother was career Navy; my dad served in the Navy in World War II; various and sundry cousins served in the Navy, Marines and SeaBees. My first husband fought in Vietnam on a Navy ship. My current husband's dad was career Air Force and is a veteran of Korea and Vietnam. A friend is a veteran of both Iraq wars. … [Read more...] about A day for awareness, not just remembrance
Veterans Day 2015: One Never Runs Out of Names
So much has been written about our veterans on Their Day -- thanking, honoring, mourning them -- that sometimes it is difficult to come up with new words, fresh words, adequate words to express our immense gratitude, respect and, for the fallen, our grief. But, for sure, one never runs out of names: The names of our friends and loved ones still living or departed who have … [Read more...] about Veterans Day 2015: One Never Runs Out of Names
The Pathetic Republican Debate
David Robertson gave his views on the 4th Republican debate below. I would like to add an alternate observation. There were losers but few if any winners. Jeb Bush: dead man walking. Donald Trump: A winner although he didn't have a stellar performance his message of limited international interventions and somewhat populist economics could be a winner. Dr Ben Carson: … [Read more...] about The Pathetic Republican Debate
Questioned: “Do you support the military.” “Yes,” he answered. “With compassion”
. Dear Readers: the following writing is from a good man, Rafael Jesús González, a veteran, who was my student many years ago. We are both elders now, our pows are white as snow... and I would like to offer his compelling story to you. It is in English and also below, in Spanish. May your Veteran's Day remembrance be meaningful for you in ways that matter to you in … [Read more...] about Questioned: “Do you support the military.” “Yes,” he answered. “With compassion”
The 4th Prime Time GOP Debate: A Brief Summary
The 4th prime time GOP debate was far superior to the 3rd one, thanks to better moderators and fewer people on the stage. Both Cruz and Rubio had a good night. If the GOP contest were to be decided on debate performances alone, then it would be a two-person race, with Cruz and Rubio running neck and neck. Fiorina's strength was shown when she stated just how she would use … [Read more...] about The 4th Prime Time GOP Debate: A Brief Summary
Science Denied
One of the foundations of Western civilization has been a belief in science and the ability to utilize new discoveries in practical ways to improve and extend human life. Yet currently, the citizens of many Western nations are rejecting scientific information and recommended responses as being valid, spurning behavior changes on the basis of this knowledge. Scientific data is … [Read more...] about Science Denied
Veterans Day 2015
To Those Who Served In The Military: When you took your oath and put on that uniform, you stopped being a civilian, laying down your personal freedom and other rights. You gave Uncle Sam a blank check pertaining to your life, saying that Uncle Sam could do with you whatever was needed, including sending you into a situation in which you would not survive. If you served … [Read more...] about Veterans Day 2015