The alternate universe of the Democratic Party was displayed during the first Democratic presidential debate. How else would one explain the acceptance of Hillary Clinton's answers? Before saying more about the substance of the debate participants, their form shall be evaluated. Lincoln Chafee isn't going to make it to the general election. All too often he looked like … [Read more...] about A Moderate Independent’s Assessment of the First Democratic Presidential Debate
Democratic Presidential Debate: Game changer, or dozer? Who won? ROUNDUP of Media Reaction FINAL UPDATE
Here's a roundup of websites, blogs of different viewpoints and a cross-section of Tweets. These are excerpts, so go to the link to read the originals in full. Also, read this analysis by TMV's Richard Barry. Go HERE to read anannotated transcript of the debate. CNN: Hillary Clinton swept confidently into the campaign season's first Democratic presidential debate … [Read more...] about Democratic Presidential Debate: Game changer, or dozer? Who won? ROUNDUP of Media Reaction FINAL UPDATE
The winner of tonight’s debate was the Democratic Party
Most people watching tonight's Democratic presidential debate expecting to have their attention drawn to Hillary Clinton and Bernie Sanders were not disappointed. There were three others on the stage, though I'm not quite sure why. Did Lincoln Chafee actually say he voted for the repeal of Glass-Steagall because he had just arrived in the Senate at the tine and, you know, … [Read more...] about The winner of tonight’s debate was the Democratic Party
A lesson from Hands Across America and Market Basket
On Sunday, May 25, 1986, Hands Across America took place. The idea was to have a line of people holding hands in a continuous line from New York to Los Angeles. While the line was incomplete, the sentiment was not broken. The purpose was to raise both money and awareness of hunger and homelessness in the United States. A ten dollar donation secured one's place in line and a … [Read more...] about A lesson from Hands Across America and Market Basket
Heading Into Debates, Sanders Taking On The DNC & Hillary Clinton
With the first Democratic debate tonight, the decision of Debbie Wasserman Schultz to limit Democratic debates to give an advantage to Hillary Clinton continues to create controversy: Representative Tulsi Gabbard of Hawaii, a vice chairwoman of the Democratic National Committee, said she was disinvited from the first Democratic presidential primary debate in Nevada after she … [Read more...] about Heading Into Debates, Sanders Taking On The DNC & Hillary Clinton
Dutch Safety Board: Malaysian Airlines Flight MH17 Downed by Russian-Made Buk Missile
On July 17, 2014, a Malaysia Airlines aircraft on its way from Amsterdam to Kuala Lumpur with 298 souls on board was shot out of the sky over eastern Ukraine by what was suspected to be a surface-to-air missile. Of the 298 people on board Flight MH17, 193 were Dutch. Once more, the loss of life suffered by the Dutch was disproportional to the population of that small … [Read more...] about Dutch Safety Board: Malaysian Airlines Flight MH17 Downed by Russian-Made Buk Missile
How Millennials Are Shaping The 2016 Presidential Race
How Millennials Are Shaping The 2016 Presidential Race By Tyler Hustwick Recently, plenty has been said about Millennials, those born between 1981 and 1997. Employers want to know how to manage us, brands want to know how to sell to us and now, politicians and presidential hopefuls want to know how to connect with us. But why are we so damn important? Generation … [Read more...] about How Millennials Are Shaping The 2016 Presidential Race
Sanders Says He’s Not A Capitalist – The Electability Question
For those who didn't see it, or didn't see re-runs of it, Bernie Sanders appeared Sunday on Meet the Press. When asked if he was a capitalist, Sanders responded "No. I'm a democratic socialist." It's the "No" that is the problem with that response. Many have argued that Sanders is not a real socialist just a democratic socialist, i.e. a very liberal Democrat. But, going … [Read more...] about Sanders Says He’s Not A Capitalist – The Electability Question
4 things to watch for in the first Democratic debate
4 things to watch for in the first Democratic debate LAS VEGAS — Hillary Clinton takes the debate stage for the first time in this campaign Tuesday night to face four rivals looking for something — anything — to knock down her lead in the race for the Democratic nomination for president. Clinton must use the debate to explain her rationale for her second candidacy for… … [Read more...] about 4 things to watch for in the first Democratic debate
DNC Opposed To Free Speech?
"When I signed up to be the vice chair of the DNC, no one told me I would be relinquishing my freedom of speech and checking it at the door." Those are the words of Hawaii Democratic Representative Tulsi Gabbard in a telephone interview with the New York Times. Representative Gabbard claims that she was disinvited from the first Democratic presidential debate by DNC … [Read more...] about DNC Opposed To Free Speech?
The GOP Meltdown
Tierney Sneed reviews Norm Ornstein's prediction on Talking Points Memo. The epic GOP meltdown of 2015 should not come as a surprise. The modern Republican Party had been careening toward this kind of wheels-off-the-track moment for a long time. Its knee-jerk rejectionism, high-stakes brinksmanship, strict demands for ideological purity, and willingness to take hostages had … [Read more...] about The GOP Meltdown
WalletHub Study: 2015’s Best and Worst Foodie Cities for Your Wallet
What are the best and worst food cities for your wallet? To find that out, the the personal finance website WalletHub conducted a detailed study and came up with 2015’s Best and Worst Foodie Cities for Your Wallet. Some results may be surprising -- but that's because they "analyzed the 150 most populated cities across 18 key metrics, ranging from the cost of groceries to the … [Read more...] about WalletHub Study: 2015’s Best and Worst Foodie Cities for Your Wallet
Politix Update: Treasonous House Republicans Find Despicable New Ways To Define Chaos
PLEASE DON’T DOMINATE THE RAP, JACK / IF YOU’VE GOT NOTHING NEW TO SAY / IF YOU PLEASE, DON’T BACK UP THE TRACK / THIS TRAIN’S GOT TO RUN TODAY ~ THE GRATEFUL DEAD A grave question must now be asked in the wake of a Republican meltdown in the House of Representatives that in the short term threatens the fiscal stability of the U.S. and world markets, as well as the … [Read more...] about Politix Update: Treasonous House Republicans Find Despicable New Ways To Define Chaos
Dr. Ben Carson, crackpot
WASHINGTON -- The craziest thing about the Republican presidential contest isn't that Donald Trump is in the lead. It's that Dr. Ben Carson -- who truly seems to have lost his mind -- is in second place and gaining fast. Trump may be a blowhard, but Carson has proved himself to be a crackpot of the first order. Of all the GOP contenders, he's the scariest. I say … [Read more...] about Dr. Ben Carson, crackpot
Can Latinos Save Hillary Clinton?
Las Vegas, NV -- Mexican-American politicians Joaquín and Julian Castro, both 41, are bookending the first Democratic debate with pro-Hillary campaign events. The support could help Hillary Clinton hold on to her Latino supporters as she facing falling poll numbers in primarily white states and across the nation generally. Congressman Joaquín Castro (D-Texas) spoke at a… … [Read more...] about Can Latinos Save Hillary Clinton?
Syrian Civilians Unsure of What Air Strikes “Friendly” (Guest Voice)
Syrian Civilians Unsure of What Air Strikes "Friendly" by The Nil Adorani SYRIA (The Nil Admirari) - Today, Syrian civilians who have not fled their war-torn country declared they largely did not know what air strikes were "friendly" and what air strikes were "hostile." They also explained Russia's bombing of Syria had made identifying whether civilians were being killed by … [Read more...] about Syrian Civilians Unsure of What Air Strikes “Friendly” (Guest Voice)
10 Movies For Halloween Horror Nights
As a kid, horror movie was a staple afternoon movie with friends. The Summers where I grew up were a scorching hot at 118 F and playing outside was out of question. Getting the VHS from a video library and getting together at someone's house was then the most exciting way of spending the afternoons. With… … [Read more...] about 10 Movies For Halloween Horror Nights
Mike Peters Guest Cartoon: Guns Don’t Kill People….
Guns Don't Kill People.... by Mike Peters OF RELATED INTEREST: --What is the role of the parents of mass shooters? --Why the NRA Profits From Mass Shootings --5 Indefensible Tweets From The NRA Since The Oregon Gun Massacre --Teens arrested after tweet threatens school shooting --Stasi: Parents who give guns to their mentally ill kids need to be held … [Read more...] about Mike Peters Guest Cartoon: Guns Don’t Kill People….
Carson Unleashed
Taking a page out of Trump’s campaign manual, seeing how well it has served Trump, Republican presidential wannabe Ben Carson will continue to say what comes to mind -- "straight talk" -- outrageous or incorrect as it may be. Damn the Democratic torpedoes, damn the facts, damn the liberal media and, most of all, damn the politically correct masses. That is the essence of … [Read more...] about Carson Unleashed
Does the Lady in the harbor matter any more?
I remember the grey sweatshirt and white t-shirt I bought at a mall. I did not purchase those items at one of the stores, but at a booth set up in the mall. The items, along with others, were sold to raise money for the restoration of the Statue of Liberty in celebration of her centennial in 1986. I was proud to contribute and proud to wear the shirts with the Statue of … [Read more...] about Does the Lady in the harbor matter any more?