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2016 already bought and paid for
Greg Sargent is pretty sure the Republicans have wrapped up the 2016 election ...in dollar bills. The Federal Election Commission has all but given up. Over the weekend, the New York Times published a sobering interview with the head of the Federal Election Commission, who confirmed that she had largely given up on the agency playing a meaningful role in restraining … [Read more...] about 2016 already bought and paid for
Cartoon: Muhammad Cartoon
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‘Operation Shower’: Easy to Admire, Hard to Forget
[icopyright one button toolbar] Most of us still remember Operation "Just Cause," the December 1989 invasion of Panama ordered by President George H. W. Bush. Of course we remember Operations Desert Shield and Desert Storm, Operation Enduring Freedom and Operation Iraqi Freedom and we know the name given the most recent military actions against ISIL in Iraq and Syria, … [Read more...] about ‘Operation Shower’: Easy to Admire, Hard to Forget
NASA Bill ‘Threatens’ Climate Studies
Scientists denounced the Republican-controlled U.S. House of Representatives’ NASA budget proposal that would take money away from Earth studies, including those of climate change, and funnel it toward space exploration, a move critics say could hinder the space agency’s ability to better understand global-warming trends. Passed by the House Science, Space and Technology … [Read more...] about NASA Bill ‘Threatens’ Climate Studies
Pew Poll: The Public Sees Multiple Causes for Baltimore Unrest
Despite what you may hear on right or left talk shows and what you may read in right and left blogs, the public is taking a more (here comes that dirty word) nuanced view of the causes of Baltimore unrest. The findings come in a new poll from the highly respected Pew Research Center: The public sees a number of contributing factors for the outbreak of violence and unrest in … [Read more...] about Pew Poll: The Public Sees Multiple Causes for Baltimore Unrest
I Entered Iran’s Holocaust Cartoon Contest
I Entered Iran's Holocaust Cartoon Contest By Daryl Cagle Today I entered Iran's Second International Holocaust Cartoon Contest. The first contest was a response to the Danish Muhammad cartoons back in 2006. This time around, the contest is in response to the Charlie Hebdo murders. People usually respond to events by doing what they would want to do anyway, so … [Read more...] about I Entered Iran’s Holocaust Cartoon Contest
Experience Counts
In politics, as in every other field, experience counts, and in fact may be the most important quality a candidate for an important post possesses. This is even more true for the presidency than any other position. Certainly, there are some things one can learn on the job, but a certain level of sophistication and experience are necessary in a president for his or her … [Read more...] about Experience Counts
Ben Carson’s version of himself
Ben Carson's version of himself by Dana Milbank Washington Post Writers Group Columnist WASHINGTON -- By Ben Carson, who formally announced his run for the presidency Monday, is a brilliant surgeon, gifted storyteller and charismatic speaker. But modesty is not among his talents. The retired Johns Hopkins professor's launch video, nearly five minutes long, … [Read more...] about Ben Carson’s version of himself
ISIS Claims Attack On Texas Exhibit
The Islamic State group has claimed responsibility for Sunday's shooting attack on an art exhibit in Garland, Texas, which showed depictions of the Prophet Muhammad. In a statement on the group’s Al Bayan radio station, ISIS confirmed that “two soldiers of the caliphate” were responsible for the attack, the Associated Press reported. It did not provide… … [Read more...] about ISIS Claims Attack On Texas Exhibit
A broken approach to young black men
WASHINGTON -- The first two steps toward uplifting young black men are simple: Stop killing them and stop locking them in prison for nonviolent offenses. Subsequent steps are harder, but no real progress can be made until the basics of life and liberty are dealt with. If anything positive is to come of Freddie Gray's death and the Baltimore rioting that ensued, let it … [Read more...] about A broken approach to young black men
Before Saturday Night Live: Abbott and Costello LIVE on the Colgate Comedy Hour (Video)
Saturday Night Live was a big deal when it premiered because it was above all....L-I-V-E. Just like the bulk of TV shows were in the early 50s. And, no, SNL didn't invent the ad lib, the bit of business that might go wrong, or the endearing performer who just has "it" when he/she performs live. More than a decade before SNL there was the Colgate Comedy Hour. And there were no … [Read more...] about Before Saturday Night Live: Abbott and Costello LIVE on the Colgate Comedy Hour (Video)
VIDEO Texas City Councilman Goes to Bathroom with Microphone On
Life imitates art. You can't exactly say it's a case of literally following the Yellow Brick Road, but it did involve a yellow stream. In Texas, a City Councilman took a bathroom break -- and forgot that his mic was still on. And so a normally boring City Council discussion was livened up by the sound of liquid flowing and, eventually, a loud flush. CBS Houston: … [Read more...] about VIDEO Texas City Councilman Goes to Bathroom with Microphone On
Carly Fiorina’s “Vanity Campaign” is Mostly to Attack Hillary Clinton
Carly Fiorina, who has perfected the art of getting dumped, doesn't care about fighting for equal pay for women. The outsourcing queen is really running a vanity campaign with all the snark and nastiness intended for Hillary Clinton. She launched her presidential campaign by watching Hillary Clinton. Carly Fiorina's plan is to use attacks and character assassination to get … [Read more...] about Carly Fiorina’s “Vanity Campaign” is Mostly to Attack Hillary Clinton
The 50 States of Workers’ Comp Laws
It would be a mistake to think that we live in one country. In point of fact, the United States is nothing less than a collection of 50 small countries, each with their own cultures, idiosyncrasies and, of course, laws. Recreational marijuana, for example, is legal in just four states: Colorado, Washington, Alaska, and Oregon. But in Pennsylvania, our state senate seems to … [Read more...] about The 50 States of Workers’ Comp Laws
Can You Inoculate Against Science Denial?
Science denial has real, societal consequences. Denial of the link between HIV and AIDS led to more than 330,000 premature deaths in South Africa. Denial of the link between smoking and cancer has caused millions of premature deaths. Thanks to vaccination denial, preventable diseases are making a comeback. Denial is not something we can ignore or,… … [Read more...] about Can You Inoculate Against Science Denial?
A senator’s faith — and humility
WASHINGTON -- There are few moments of grace in our politics these days, especially where conflicts over religion are concerned. Last week, I witnessed one. Perhaps it was a mere drop in an ocean of suspicion and mistrust, but it was instructive and even encouraging. The venue, in a small meeting room at a Holiday Inn not far from the Capitol, was a gathering of members … [Read more...] about A senator’s faith — and humility
Police Shoot, Kill 2 Gunmen Outside Controversial Dallas-Area Art Exhibit
This story has been updated UPDATE 10:50 p.m. EDT: The injured security officer who was shot by the gunmen was identified as Bruce Joiner. He was released from the hospital Sunday night after his wounds were treated, the Dallas Morning News reported. The American Freedom Defense Initiative, the organization that hosted the Muhammad art exhibit, had… … [Read more...] about Police Shoot, Kill 2 Gunmen Outside Controversial Dallas-Area Art Exhibit
SciFi Weekend: Avengers Age of Ultron; Agents of SHIELD; Orphan Black; Jonathan Strange & Mr Norrell; Community; Revenge; Scarlett Johansson On SNL
Avengers: Age of Ultron opened with the second highest box office receipts of all time, trailing only The Avengers 2012 opening. I would rank the first Avengers movie, along with the better Iron Man and Captain America movies, above Age of Ultron, but it was still a very enjoyable movie, falling in the middle of the recent Marvel releases. My discussion here is primarily as to … [Read more...] about SciFi Weekend: Avengers Age of Ultron; Agents of SHIELD; Orphan Black; Jonathan Strange & Mr Norrell; Community; Revenge; Scarlett Johansson On SNL
Martin O’Malley Would Announce Presidential Bid in Baltimore Despite Shaky Record
Former Maryland Gov. Martin O'Malley tells NBC's Meet the Press host Chuck Todd on Sunday that he "wouldn't think ofo anyplace else," other than Baltimore to announce a potential 2016 presidential bid. Oh, the irony.... That's after he was heckled for his police policies during a recent visit to Baltimore amid protests stemming from Freddie Gray's police custody … [Read more...] about Martin O’Malley Would Announce Presidential Bid in Baltimore Despite Shaky Record