This will be a short rant. There are some who are saying that Islam is not compatible with Western style Democracy. I would argue that none of the Abrahamic religions, Christianity, Judaism or Islam are compatible with Western Democracy when a 2,500 year old document is taken seriously. The Roman Catholic Church presided over what was the Christian equivalent of a caliphate … [Read more...] about The Old Testament and Compatibility with Western style Democracy
How Bernie Sanders Is Working To Build A Winning Coalition
Chris Cillizza believes that Bernie Sanders’ one-dimensional campaign is hurting him badly. Sanders is — sorry Sanders people! — surprisingly one-dimensional as a candidate. When he is talking about the differences between the haves and the have nots, about the need for more economic fairness, why we need to reform the campaign finance system or work to address global warming, … [Read more...] about How Bernie Sanders Is Working To Build A Winning Coalition
If King Hussein were still alive . . .
If only Jordan's King Hussein bin Talal were still alive, then the situation in the Middle East might be significantly different. Hussein was savvy enough to know what the bad players in the Middle East were up to and able to warn world leaders of impending trouble. For example, in September of 1973, Hussein flew to Tel Aviv to warn the Israeli Prime Minister that Israel was … [Read more...] about If King Hussein were still alive . . .
Republicans Condemn Donald Trump’s Proposal to Ban Muslims From Entering U.S.
Many of Donald Trump's fellow Republicans were quick to come out against the GOP presidential candidate's proposal Monday to ban all Muslims from entering the United States. “Until we are able to determine and understand this problem and the dangerous threat it poses, our country cannot be the victims of horrendous attacks by people that believe… … [Read more...] about Republicans Condemn Donald Trump’s Proposal to Ban Muslims From Entering U.S.
The long-term fight against terrorism
WASHINGTON -- "A cancer that has no immediate cure" was not the most soothing metaphor President Obama could have chosen, but it was the most honest. He has no idea how to prevent another terrorist attack like the one in San Bernardino -- and neither does anyone else, including his Republican critics. The president used that somber phrase in his Oval Office address … [Read more...] about The long-term fight against terrorism
Cartoon: Mein Donald
A letter on our anniversary
"I will know deep in my heart the only dream that mattered had come true: In this life I was loved by you." In This Life sung by Bette Midler "Some people wait a lifetime for a moment like this." A Moment Like This sung by Kelly Clarkson Dear Karen, It's just after 12:30 a.m on December 8, 2015. Today is the 13th anniversary of our Holy Union Ceremony. I … [Read more...] about A letter on our anniversary
Star Wars: The Force Awakens: Luke Skywalker Shown in New Behind the Scenes Featurette (Video)
It’s almost impossible to believe that Star Wars: The Force Awakens is just two weeks away, but alas - it’s true. And the constant wave of promotional materials are making sure to drill that reality into our heads nearly every day. The latest bit of marketing comes in the form of a new featurette that showcases… … [Read more...] about Star Wars: The Force Awakens: Luke Skywalker Shown in New Behind the Scenes Featurette (Video)
Cartoon: Today’s GOP and Spiro Agnew
See great cartoons by all the top political cartoonists at http://cagle.com. To license this cartoon for your own site, visit http://politicalcartoons.com … [Read more...] about Cartoon: Today’s GOP and Spiro Agnew
Donald Trump Calls For “Total and Complete Shutdown” of Muslims Entering US
Donald Trump has called for a "total and complete shutdown of Muslims entering the United States." Yes, the man is appealing to the worst elements in the Republican Party. More on Donald Trump's statement on Muslims migrating to the U.S. Donald J. Trump is calling for a total and complete shutdown of Muslims entering the United States until our country's representatives … [Read more...] about Donald Trump Calls For “Total and Complete Shutdown” of Muslims Entering US
Divide on Thinking about Terrorism
Peter Beinart explores the fundamentally different understandings of Islamist terrorism between President Obama and his critics in The Atlantic. At the core of Barack Obama’s terrorism speech on Sunday night lay a contradiction. He gave the address to convince an increasingly fearful nation that he takes the terrorist threat seriously. But he doesn’t, at least not in the way … [Read more...] about Divide on Thinking about Terrorism
LETTER TO MR. TRUMP from A MUSLIM AMERICAN by Dr. Arif Ahmad
Hello there: Dr. E. here. This is the second article in a series by new TMV writer, Dr. A: Arif Ahmad, a Pakistani-American cardiologist from Wisconsin. [This post is timely, though written a few days ago, as today, December 7-2015, Mr.Trump has called for a stop to all immigration of Muslims to the USA; what Trump called a "total and complete shutdown" of Muslims' ability to … [Read more...] about LETTER TO MR. TRUMP from A MUSLIM AMERICAN by Dr. Arif Ahmad
Poll: Clinton beats all 2016 Republican match ups, Trump the easiest
A new national MSNBC/Telemundo/Marist poll finds former Secretary of State Hillary Clinton ahead of any possible Republican matchups. The easiest to beat: Donald Trump. The hardest GOPers: Marco Rubio (clearly a rising Republican star) and Ben Carson. Hillary Clinton leads the Republican presidential field in hypothetical general-election match-ups, with Ben Carson and … [Read more...] about Poll: Clinton beats all 2016 Republican match ups, Trump the easiest
Us Muslims– by Arif Ahmad
Hello there, Dr. E. here, I'm happy to be introducing you to a new writer at TMV: Dr A: Arif Ahmad, a Pakistani-American cardiologist practicing in Wisconsin USA. I find him a lyrical commenter on many issues from his unique point of view. Thoughtful and civil comments at TMV are appreciated. Thank you... US MUSLIMS by Arif Ahmad This is our circus, our … [Read more...] about Us Muslims– by Arif Ahmad
Ryan’s non-answer to the Trumpians
WASHINGTON -- Two events last week are exceptionally helpful to understanding the state of the Republican Party. They seem to point in opposite directions. In fact, they reinforce each other. The first is the CNN/ORC Poll released on Friday that showed Donald Trump as the overwhelming leader for the Republican presidential nomination. Trump had 36 percent among … [Read more...] about Ryan’s non-answer to the Trumpians
Our stereotyping, type-casting brains (Guest Voice)
Our stereotyping, type-casting brains by Jordan Cooper There are 4 things you'll be given a side-eye to if you say them in inappropriate places. If a state employee says 'climate change' in one of Florida's cabinet agencies they may be criticized by former MLB baseball owner and Gov. Rick Scott. If an agent says 'tight end' in a contract negotiation with a NFL … [Read more...] about Our stereotyping, type-casting brains (Guest Voice)
The President’s Address to the Nation: One More Report
Many of us watched the President address the nation last night on the mass shooting in San Bernardino, the terrorism threat, ISIL and national security in general. Coverage of his address has been extensive and reactions to it have been predictably contrasting as one has sadly come to expect in our deeply divided society -- from supportive to dismissive and downright … [Read more...] about The President’s Address to the Nation: One More Report
National Pearl Harbor Remembrance Day
As Americans take time today to remember the attack on Pearl Harbor, it would be educational for one to read or listen to the speech that President Franklin Delano Roosevelt gave to Congress on the day after the attack. Thus, this post presents that speech: "Mr. Vice President, Mr. Speaker, Members of the Senate, and of the House of Representatives: Yesterday, December … [Read more...] about National Pearl Harbor Remembrance Day
Downsizing the News Staff; Downsizing Quality and Credibility (part 2)
(Part 2 of 2) For more than a decade, advertising, circulation, and news quality in both print and electronic media have been in a downward spiral. That spiral has twin intertwining roots. The first root is the rise of social media. The complacent and stodgy print media were slow to catch onto the concept and rise of social media and its influence upon a generation that … [Read more...] about Downsizing the News Staff; Downsizing Quality and Credibility (part 2)
Politix Update: GOP Bequeaths San Bernardino Victims A Legacy Of Cowardice (With A Prescription For How To End The Carnage)
My first reaction when I saw a news flash on the San Bernardino massacre was "Oh my God, it happened again." My second reaction was "Oh my God, not that" when it was revealed that the assailants may be jihadists. My third reaction -- and the subject of this column -- was "Oh my God, this is really going to be bad" for Hillary Clinton and Democrats who don't … [Read more...] about Politix Update: GOP Bequeaths San Bernardino Victims A Legacy Of Cowardice (With A Prescription For How To End The Carnage)