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Free Speech and the Charlie Hebdo Attack
[icopyright one button toolbar] As the world attempts to recover and respond to the Paris murders over the publication of cartoons deemed offensive to certain groups, media outlets deal with whether or not to reprint the offending pieces. For some of us the answer is not difficult. The cartoons are part of the story. It is unforgiveable that some “news” outlets will not … [Read more...] about Free Speech and the Charlie Hebdo Attack
The Two Brothers who Murdered 12 in Paris, and the Third Murderer at the Deli — are Dead
Police launched an assault Friday on a factory in northern France where the suspects in the Paris shooting were believed to be holding a hostage. The suspects in the Charlie Hebdo massacre, brothers Cherif and Said Kouachi, were killed on Friday, according to several several reports including the Associated Press, Dow Jones and AFP. It is reported they wanted to be … [Read more...] about The Two Brothers who Murdered 12 in Paris, and the Third Murderer at the Deli — are Dead
On French Massacre, Fox News Stays in Character
On French Massacre, Fox News Stays in Character By Dick Polman The terrorist massacre in Paris was a fundamental assault on freedom of expression. Everyone who thinks freely, writes freely, draws freely, and snarks freely knows what it was about. But, alas, our friends at Fox News have their own special take on the matter. Their message, distilled to its … [Read more...] about On French Massacre, Fox News Stays in Character
How Liberal is Obama?
[icopyright one button toolbar] Kevin Drum offers an insightful answer on Mother Jones. Obama is the most liberal president since LBJ and he's also a fairly standard-issue mainstream Democrat. Obamacare, in particular, doesn't make him a radical. It just makes him lucky to have had a Congress willing to pass it. But that's not because he's some kind of … [Read more...] about How Liberal is Obama?
Erupting: A Third Murderer has taken hostages in Paris this morning; thought tied to murder of female police officer yesterday
[icopyright one button toolbar] Another hostage situation is taking place at a kosher supermarket in Paris this morning. CBS News reports that an armed gunman has taken five people hostage. There are reports of one person wounded. Authorities believe this gunman is the same person who killed a female police officer Thursday. CBS News also reports that this gunman … [Read more...] about Erupting: A Third Murderer has taken hostages in Paris this morning; thought tied to murder of female police officer yesterday
French Police/ Air Special Forces Close in on Men Believed to be The Murderers; Hostage is Taken
IT is said that those believed to have murdered 12 writers and artists/cartoonists in Paris [critically injuring 4 more and yet another 4 are also injured from the satire magazine Charlie Hedbo] are currently located and surrounded in a small industrial town outside Paris. Apparently at least one hostage, possibly a shopkeeper, has been taken, and it appears the French … [Read more...] about French Police/ Air Special Forces Close in on Men Believed to be The Murderers; Hostage is Taken
Is depression an allergic reaction?
Eric Hopton for redOrbit.com – Your Universe Online Is depression caused by inflammation in the body's immune system? It seems that no amount of evidence that depressive disorders are just as "real" as physical illness can get rid of the stigma attached to depression. A large proportion of the population still sees depression as a form… … [Read more...] about Is depression an allergic reaction?
Journalists must stand firm
WASHINGTON -- Je suis Charlie Hebdo. If "freedom of expression" is to be more than an empty slogan, Wednesday's terrorist attack in Paris cannot be allowed to have the chilling effect its murderous perpetrators intended. Cartoons crudely lampooning the Prophet Muhammad may not be everyone's cup of tea, but the right to speak freely must encompass the right to offend, … [Read more...] about Journalists must stand firm
Charlie Hebdo shooters’ weapons, behaviour suggest link to organized terror group: analysts
A graphic poster in the March 2013 edition of Inspire, the propaganda organ of the Al Qaeda affiliate in Yemen, featured photos of nine men it said were "wanted dead or alive for crimes against Islam." The hit list included the acclaimed novelist Salman Rushdie and the right wing Dutch politician Geert Wilders - but more… … [Read more...] about Charlie Hebdo shooters’ weapons, behaviour suggest link to organized terror group: analysts
Aux Etats-Unis Spécialement, ‘Nous Sommes Charlie’
[icopyright one button toolbar] The cry that is being heard around the world after the cowardly massacre of at least 12 innocent people at the offices of the satirical newspaper Charlie Hebdo is “Nous sommes tous Charlie.” And, yes, people all over the world are Charlie Hebdo. But in the United States that cry carries special sentiment and significance. For not only … [Read more...] about Aux Etats-Unis Spécialement, ‘Nous Sommes Charlie’
Death with Dignity Is a Human Right (Or Should Be)
[icopyright one button toolbar] Death with Dignity Is a Human Right (Or Should Be) by Daniel Faris Brittany Maynard had a story to tell the nation. But more importantly, she had a question to ask: Are we not entitled to die on our own terms? At 29 years of age, Brittany was a doting mom to two dogs and had been married only one year. She and her husband, Dan, had … [Read more...] about Death with Dignity Is a Human Right (Or Should Be)
The right’s idea of ‘governance’
WASHINGTON -- This will be no ordinary Congress, so there are no ordinary ways for judging how effective it will be at governing. That is, in any event, a preposterous standard to hold up as a brand spanking new goal. Isn't governing what Congress was supposed to be doing all along? Imagine an everyday citizen making a New Year's resolution promising that this year, for … [Read more...] about The right’s idea of ‘governance’
John Avlon: Why We Stand With Charlie Hebdo – And You Should Too
The Charlie Hebdo massacre hits close to home for millions of people around the world and particular for those in the media who've seen the once somewhat risky job of reporter become increasingly dangerous over the past few years. And now we cartoonists and the larger issue of freedom of expression that are in peril. Will and can terrorists control freedom of expression? It … [Read more...] about John Avlon: Why We Stand With Charlie Hebdo – And You Should Too
Goals Of The New Republican Congress: Repeal Obamacare Despite Success In Lowering Uninsured, Declare War On Math, Promote Pseudoscience To Restrict Abortion
[icopyright one button toolbar] While Republicans are probably on the verge of voting yet again to repeal the Affordable Care Act, and will continue to make false claims that it has been a failure, Gallup shows once again how successful the law has been. The uninsured rate has fallen to 12.9 percent, down from 17.1 percent a year ago. The open enrollment period for 2015 … [Read more...] about Goals Of The New Republican Congress: Repeal Obamacare Despite Success In Lowering Uninsured, Declare War On Math, Promote Pseudoscience To Restrict Abortion
Cartoon: French Terror
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French Police Converge on Town as Charlie Hebdo Attackers Spotted
French Police Converge on Town as Charlie Hebdo Attackers Spotted French anti-terrorism police converged on an area northeast of Paris on Thursday after two brothers suspected of being behind an attack on a satirical newspaper were spotted at a petrol station in the region. France's prime minister said on Thursday he feared the Islamist militants who killed 12 people could … [Read more...] about French Police Converge on Town as Charlie Hebdo Attackers Spotted
Evidence in Paris attack suggests gunmen had combat experience
The two gunmen who attacked the editorial offices of the French satirical magazine Charlie Hebdo Wednesday morning in Paris appeared to be focused professionals who had carefully prepared the assault. Video of the attack indicates that the two were well trained, striking their target during its weekly editorial meeting, when most of the publication's journalists would… … [Read more...] about Evidence in Paris attack suggests gunmen had combat experience
Do You Ever Ask Yourself … Are You Sure?!
[icopyright one button toolbar] Written by Kevin Purcell The picture above is of an old pair of Churchill fins; the fin of choice by bodysurfers. This pair has seen better days and is now decorative. Click to enlarge. Which one is the leftie and which one is the rightie? Answer: the left foot is hanging on the left and the right foot is hanging on the … [Read more...] about Do You Ever Ask Yourself … Are You Sure?!
Nous Sommes Charlie: Offence is Never Given – Only Taken
Freedom of speech and freedom of the press are like all other rights: to keep them you have to exercise them - and sometimes that takes courage and involves risk. We should be profoundly grateful to those who help keep that right for us by exercising it. And today, our thoughts are with our French friends - and especially with the families and friends of those who have been … [Read more...] about Nous Sommes Charlie: Offence is Never Given – Only Taken