Yesterday's polling results out of Iowa were somewhat negative for Clinton with 66 percent of Democratic caucus goers concerned that the Clinton scandals could affect her in the general election. It gets far worse in two additional polls released today. After her temporary bounce after declaring her candidacy, Clinton's favorability rating is again falling and more people … [Read more...] about Clinton Resumes Fall In Polls And Having Problems With Liberal Donors
George Stephanopoulos’ Big Mistake
They say, "Where there's smoke there's fire." Or some say, "They're just blowing smoke." Trust me: there's smoke AND fire around the high-paid host of ABC 's "This Week" and co-host of "Good Morning America" when it comes to having violated a basic tenet of responsible journalists. Forget about the predictable and tiresome partisan-motivated demonizations and typical 21st … [Read more...] about George Stephanopoulos’ Big Mistake
GOP Congress More Extreme Than Democrats
Christopher Ingraham quantifies the obvious on The Washington Post's Wonkblog. Political scientists have known for years that political polarization is largely a one-sided phenomenon: in recent decades the Republican Party has moved to the right much faster than Democrats have moved to the left. As Thomas Mann of the Brookings Institution has described it, "Republicans have … [Read more...] about GOP Congress More Extreme Than Democrats
Cartoon: Too many GOP Candidates
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Iowa Caucus Poll Shows Strong Support For Clinton But Concerns Over Scandals In General Election; Clinton Falling In National Polls
The latest Iowa Poll reported by The Des Moines Register continues to show Hillary Clinton with on overwhelming lead over her Democratic challengers but there is some potential bad news regarding the effects of the Clinton scandals: At least 70 percent of likely Democratic Iowa caucusgoers say they aren't bothered by any one of three issues that Clinton opponents have pushed … [Read more...] about Iowa Caucus Poll Shows Strong Support For Clinton But Concerns Over Scandals In General Election; Clinton Falling In National Polls
Poll: Hillary Clinton’s Unfavorability Rating Hits 14-Year-High
Hillary Clinton has hit a speed bump in her presidential run. A new CNN/ORC poll finds the Democratic front-runner unfavorability rating hits a 14-year-high. Maybe she isn't as strong as the Democrats first thought. “A growing number of people say she is not honest and trustworthy (57%, up from 49% in March), less than half feel she cares about people like them (47%, down … [Read more...] about Poll: Hillary Clinton’s Unfavorability Rating Hits 14-Year-High
Islamic State’s destruction of antiquities takes Middle East back to Stone Age
Islamic State’s destruction of antiquities takes Middle East back to Stone Agem By Boaz Bismuth/JNS.org It seems that nobody gets upset anymore about severed heads in Iraq and in Syria, the work of Islamic State jihadist terrorists. At a certain point, even atrocities become routine. But the destruction of antiquities is a completely different story. Maybe that is why … [Read more...] about Islamic State’s destruction of antiquities takes Middle East back to Stone Age
Octotillo Wind Fails to Produce for the Second Year in a Row (Guest Voice)
Octotillo Wind Fails to Produce for the Second Year in a Row (Guest Voice) Fraud issue heightened by 2nd year of weak wind energy output. So why isn't the federal government taking action? By Miriam Raftery May 29, 2015 (Ocotillo) – Last year, our award-winning investigative story, Was It Fraud? raised serious questions over why Pattern Energy’s Ocotillo Wind Energy … [Read more...] about Octotillo Wind Fails to Produce for the Second Year in a Row (Guest Voice)
Cartoon: FIFA Soccer Scandal
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Politix Update: Objects In Your Mirror Are Not As Close As They Appear
Although the Iowa caucuses are eight months distant, presumptive Democratic presidential nominee Hillary Clinton's air of inevitability has been burst like so many balloons. Or so we are led to believe. Fuggedabout her 50 point leads in the polls, a big war chest, formidable campaign organization, and a level of popularity and name recognition to kill for. An obscure senator … [Read more...] about Politix Update: Objects In Your Mirror Are Not As Close As They Appear
Fox News Repeatedly Makes Fun of and Misgenders Caitlyn Jenner
When I was in Spain brought in by Newsweek's bureau and regular stringer to help out on a big story right before the death of General Francisco Franco, the Newsweek stinger pointed to a big rally of pro-government attendees at what would be Franco's last speech. "These are not nice people," he said, pointing to the crowd. Fox News staffers cannot be compared to Francoists, … [Read more...] about Fox News Repeatedly Makes Fun of and Misgenders Caitlyn Jenner
Earth Quake Swarm
There have been a swarm of earth quakes on the subduction zone zone off the Oregon coast the last 24 hours. Five quakes 6.0 to 4.3 off Oregon Coast since Sunday NEWPORT, Ore. - Strong earthquakes rumbled off the Oregon coast overnight Sunday and into Monday, but they appeared too distant to cause any problems. The most recent one to hit was a magnitude 6.0 earthquake at … [Read more...] about Earth Quake Swarm
Bruce Jenner Debuts as Caitlyn Jenner On Cover Of Vanity Fair
Bruce Jenner has finally announced her female name – Caitlyn Jenner. The transgender “Keeping Up With the Kardashians” star and Olympic athlete graced the cover of Vanity Fair's July issue for the first time as a woman. The cover, which was photographed by Annie Leibovitz, features the headline: "Call me Caitlyn." Jenner spoke to Buzz Bissinger,… … [Read more...] about Bruce Jenner Debuts as Caitlyn Jenner On Cover Of Vanity Fair
Cartoon: GOP Science
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Supreme Court Rules Against Abercrombie & Fitch In Discrimination Case: Get ready for “Sharia law” talk
On your mark...get set...get ready...GO!!! Any minute you can expect some far-right conservative talkers, far-right writers and those who've seemingly to try and insult and provoke Islamic extremists to start warning about Sharia law coming to the United States due to the latest Supreme Court ruling But, then, some of them don't know real Sharia law from a show curtain. A … [Read more...] about Supreme Court Rules Against Abercrombie & Fitch In Discrimination Case: Get ready for “Sharia law” talk
The Point Of This Video Game Is Genocide
"Hatred," the most controversial game of 2015, is here. It's been the most talked-about release of 2015 for good reason: The objective of "Hatred," from Polish developer Destructive Creations, is simply to kill as many people as possible, whether they are armed or not, to “purge” the world. However you feel about violence in gaming --… … [Read more...] about The Point Of This Video Game Is Genocide
An Orphan in Language Land
One of the first things that strikes the visitor to beautiful and historic Belgium -- especially in the capital, Brussels -- is the number of distinctive languages and dialects spoken there. While Dutch, French and German are the official languages of this small country, a majority speak Dutch (59 %); 40% speak French and only 1% German. In addition English is widely … [Read more...] about An Orphan in Language Land
Bernie Sanders: The new St. Nick
WASHINGTON -- How is it that Democrats forgot about the joys Santa Claus can bring? How is it that Republicans managed to steal the Santa idea from the party of FDR and never let go? Understanding why Bernie Sanders' presidential candidacy is important requires revisiting the politics of St. Nick. The senator from Vermont has little chance of defeating Hillary Clinton … [Read more...] about Bernie Sanders: The new St. Nick
US Patriot Act Expires; Senate To Amend USA Freedom Act
UPDATE 10:10 p.m. EDT: President Obama issued a statement, praising the Senate for taking "an important -- if late -- step forward tonight. We call on the Senate to ensure this irresponsible lapse in authorities is as short-lived as possible. On a matter as critical as our national security, individual senators must put aside their partisan… … [Read more...] about US Patriot Act Expires; Senate To Amend USA Freedom Act
Red Dawn In Vermont? The Real Results Of Bernie Sanders As Mayor
Politico points out that some were fearful when a socialist became mayor of Burlington, Vermont: On March 4, 1981, red dawn broke over the Green Mountains. “‘Everyone’s scared.’ Socialist elected mayor of Vermont’s largest city,” blared the UPI headline over an article that began, “Self-described socialist Bernard Sanders… has invited the city’s business and political … [Read more...] about Red Dawn In Vermont? The Real Results Of Bernie Sanders As Mayor