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Arianna Discusses Wall Street's Failure to Learn From Its Mistakes on Morning Meeting (VIDEO)
Commented Sep 14, 2009 at 16:53:08 in Business
“The Headline should read Pat Buchanan and all his "friends" he'd never invite to his house.”
Stephanopoulos Offers "How To Lose The Presidency In Four Years"
Commented Sep 02, 2009 at 15:20:30 in Politics
“George Steph knows how to lose the House in Two Years. Clinton was popular with his movie people - who all think that life in America is moderate and center right. Sorry, life is not a movie. Moderates in both the House and Senate are the ones holding up this bill the same way they voted on torture and on Iraq. By the way, how many Americans making under $60,000/year go out and vote ? Do you have the data on that ? I would guess, not many. The Public wants the public option, and Obama is very clever not getting stuck talking about triggers, phase-ins and delivery systems.”
teron678 replied on Sep 02, 2009 at 16:58:36
“LOL ... true ...........”
wm1066 replied on Sep 02, 2009 at 16:52:40
“Everyone I know making under 60 thousand votes! And its the very rich that don't vote, they BUY the elections!”
christopherflynn replied on Sep 02, 2009 at 16:48:01
“if the moderates are the ones holding things up, the progressives, of which there are many, should dump 'em out of office. It's our own d *a*m*n fault for being complacent...”
SensibleAmerican replied on Sep 02, 2009 at 16:27:38
“America is indeed more moderate and center-right
"Movie people" are far left and they do NOT think that America is "moderate and center right"
The average income of an American ranges between $38-42K per annum. A vast majority of Americans who vote do make much less than $60K a year
Your post DietrichMoody is a sample of why the far left is considered clueless about mainstream America”
"Movie people" are far left and they do NOT think that America is "moderate and center right"
The average income of an American ranges between $38-42K per annum. A vast majority of Americans who vote do make much less than $60K a year
Your post DietrichMoody is a sample of why the far left is considered clueless about mainstream America”
Laura Ingraham Tells You How to Behave at Teddy Kennedy's Funeral
Commented Aug 28, 2009 at 17:54:13 in Politics
“Ok, I've learned some things by reading this: One, You watch The O'Reilly Factor and; Two, you were at the Republican National Convention.
So, as I put my Cranberry Coloured detective cap on, I'll deduce a couple of things. No, just one!!, Chris likes things rough.
Maybe not emergency room type ridiculous objects where they shouldn't be rough, but you do like torture!!!!!”
So, as I put my Cranberry Coloured detective cap on, I'll deduce a couple of things. No, just one!!, Chris likes things rough.
Maybe not emergency room type ridiculous objects where they shouldn't be rough, but you do like torture!!!!!”
We Cannot Afford This
Commented Aug 27, 2009 at 02:21:48 in Politics
“Sorry, but there is no correlation between publically going after egregious conduct and the diminishment of tough, aggressive, small and flexible intelligence gathering in this "type" of war.
You failed to prove this link. What you are promoting is a "TOO BIG TO FAIL" mentality via encouraging the status quo. It's mind of matter not batter.”
You failed to prove this link. What you are promoting is a "TOO BIG TO FAIL" mentality via encouraging the status quo. It's mind of matter not batter.”
McCain's Care Restores Health to Sickly Town Halls...
Commented Aug 27, 2009 at 02:06:25 in Politics
“Sorry babe, it was 120 degrees outside and most of those people just wanted air conditioning and didn't have the strength to scream and yell.”
On the Death of Ted Kennedy
Commented Aug 27, 2009 at 02:00:07 in Politics
“How do you know what type of Health Reform Legislation is going to emerge from Congress. Try to have faith that maybe his spirt, not physical presence, might stand witness to a reformed Health Care Legislation. Distrust, really doesn't help here Mr. Hayden.”
McCain's Care Restores Health to Sickly Town Halls...
Commented Aug 27, 2009 at 01:52:33 in Politics
“Well, at least you're not bitter.”
Healthcare Reform Named After Ted Kennedy Must Not Suck
Commented Aug 26, 2009 at 20:36:42 in Politics
“Get up, stand up: stand up for your rights!
Get up, stand up: dont give up the fight!
(right on)”
Get up, stand up: dont give up the fight!
(right on)”
The Lost Art Of Lunch
Commented Aug 24, 2009 at 15:57:17 in Living
“Honey, for Generation X'ers and Y'ers, many times it's called the LOST WALLET. But I hear what you are saying.
I think the LOST ART OF COMMUNICATION and CONVERSATION has gone out the window in part, because of, the Lost Art of Lunch.”
I think the LOST ART OF COMMUNICATION and CONVERSATION has gone out the window in part, because of, the Lost Art of Lunch.”
Kumbaya, Not Kevorkian, Will Kill Grandma
Commented Aug 24, 2009 at 15:49:44 in Media
“Sorry but people in Civilized Societies don’t call each other LIARS.
They like to find malicious underhanded ways of dispersing such a description of others, to others.”
They like to find malicious underhanded ways of dispersing such a description of others, to others.”
Gidster replied on Aug 24, 2009 at 19:21:15
“People in polite society do all they can to avoid telling lies, or they are not the sort of people worth investing time and trust in.”
pfc1369 replied on Aug 24, 2009 at 17:31:24
“You've been reading too much Jane Austen.”
BluestateGuyInTX replied on Aug 24, 2009 at 16:06:23
“Horse hockey. Sometimes you have to point out lies or they will continue unpunished.”
The PolicySpeak Disaster for Health Care
Commented Aug 20, 2009 at 21:47:07 in Politics
“"It's not too late to turn things around, but we must first understand why the administration is getting beat at the moment. "
is the best part of this whole piece.”
is the best part of this whole piece.”
New Rule: A-hole in One Shouldn't Be Obama's Game
Commented Aug 14, 2009 at 17:15:44 in Comedy
“What - you want SHAFT - for your President?”
sinope replied on Aug 14, 2009 at 17:53:37
“Hell yeah!”
Leslie Van Houten: A Friendship, Part 5 of 5
Commented Aug 07, 2009 at 12:22:46 in Entertainment
“Leslie needs to stop saying "sorry" and understand that there are few people that will believe remorse. When true murder is concerned, society rarely forgives - unless it's for religious or patriotic purpose - As we are seeing now. Leslie needs to emphasize the fact that she cannot change the past, she knows that she cannot bring her victims back. Her only hope is Mercy, and the less she says the better.”
Leslie Van Houten: A Friendship, Part 3 of 5
Commented Aug 05, 2009 at 15:17:18 in Entertainment
“Lynette "Squeaky" Fromme is being released. I wonder what Ms. Van Houten thinks of this. I believe that Fromme did more in Recruiting these young minds and holding Manson up to cult symbol status than anyone in that foolish clan.
I hope the Feds keep a very close eye on Lynette Fromme - I still don't trust her.”
I hope the Feds keep a very close eye on Lynette Fromme - I still don't trust her.”
Eykis replied on Aug 05, 2009 at 15:57:27
“I agree about "Squeaky". She was always way more "spooky" than the 3 girls who were tried.
For anyone old enough to remember when this happened and remember the "sex, drugs and rock 'n roll" environment that existed at that time, many many people wound up in horrible circumstances from their poor choices and drug use.
I really feel that after 40 years, the ladies should be released. Manson - NEVER. I know people who were very messed up by drugs in those times and turned out to be productive.”
For anyone old enough to remember when this happened and remember the "sex, drugs and rock 'n roll" environment that existed at that time, many many people wound up in horrible circumstances from their poor choices and drug use.
I really feel that after 40 years, the ladies should be released. Manson - NEVER. I know people who were very messed up by drugs in those times and turned out to be productive.”
ColScott replied on Aug 05, 2009 at 15:30:32
“Squeaky didn't kill ANYONE. She couldn't even take the safety latch off the gun!”
The Last Real American White Man Is a Woman
Commented Aug 05, 2009 at 13:50:42 in Politics
“This is Crazy Talk. A woman can't be a man. But I will tell you what she is. She is the prototype woman and guiding principles in many a "white man's thinking." She's: attractive; conceited; theatrically uninformed; established a code a beliefs late in life; independent on the outside needy on the inside; and can easily be made fun of - showing her minor abilities.
She's Not Golda Meir. She's more Julia Roberts in Pretty Woman. You know, a watchamacallit - with a heart of gold.”
She's Not Golda Meir. She's more Julia Roberts in Pretty Woman. You know, a watchamacallit - with a heart of gold.”
CharlieMarlowe replied on Aug 05, 2009 at 15:15:04
“I get it now. she is the object of lust for Republican men who are secretly gay, because she is more masculine than feminine.”
stick458 replied on Aug 05, 2009 at 14:34:51
“What she is is smart, straight-talking, conservative, saavy, and our president in 2012.”
The Answer Man: Bill Clinton's Comeback
Commented Aug 04, 2009 at 22:30:47 in Politics
“Goodness. Please don't beat this image and symbol to death. One blog post on this issue is enough.
There is so much more that needs to be done right now. As far as domestic and international issues.
It's not a time to be looking for mega-stars, superstars, or over analyzing this effort by a still potent politician. Let it be. Congratulations. Next. But I doubt that is going to happen.”
There is so much more that needs to be done right now. As far as domestic and international issues.
It's not a time to be looking for mega-stars, superstars, or over analyzing this effort by a still potent politician. Let it be. Congratulations. Next. But I doubt that is going to happen.”
Five Reasons the Health Care Battle Is NOT the Presidential Campaign
Commented Aug 04, 2009 at 22:12:16 in Politics
“So what is your REMEDY, resorting to campaign tactics? Enlighten me, It's hard to draw together from this post.”
Can Prejudice Be Justified?
Commented Aug 02, 2009 at 20:30:06 in Politics
“Although I think this is a well thought out post I have some issues with it. No - Not everyone has heard of the incident that occurred with Professor Henry Louis Gates and officer James Crowley. It just shows how narrow minded and self centered people are. To be fair, if Crowley was racist, he wouldn't have saved basketball star Reggie Lewis with mouth to mouth. Think it's funny but its true. Ever watch that episode of the Jefferson's were the white man said he'd rather die than have George Jefferson save him. I think it was more about Crowley, a police officer, on a power trip with an arrogant Professor who had no business being arrested.
By the way, a woman calls the police to inform them that two black men was Lucia Whalen, and she did not mention black men in her initial call.
And as far as your son - you taught him well that saying you're sorry for something you have done to offend another person - is right. But it would be better to emphasize and teaching him a habit of NOT doing things to offend other people in the first place. Basically, don't say anything.”
By the way, a woman calls the police to inform them that two black men was Lucia Whalen, and she did not mention black men in her initial call.
And as far as your son - you taught him well that saying you're sorry for something you have done to offend another person - is right. But it would be better to emphasize and teaching him a habit of NOT doing things to offend other people in the first place. Basically, don't say anything.”
Dupree replied on Aug 02, 2009 at 21:34:44
“TWO
Are you telling me that it was perfectly fine for Crowley to use his badge as a weapon against an individual citizen that hurt his feelings? Since when is it a crime to state annoyance that your rights are being infringed upon? And what does that say about our country. I read on the post every single day people calling the President of the United States names and insults by the dozens....what would happened if society decides that those people should be arrested? And where do it states that the role of a police officer demands more respect than that of the leader of the free world? It is a dangerous precedent to allow so much room for a police officer to abuse his power and what is even more threatening is the willingness of the citizens in this nation who thinks it was perfectly fine to arrest Gates for speaking his mind. That is Basically an attempt to change this from a democracy and a country with a functioning Constitution into the birth pangs of a police state. And if that does happened...trust me...when it is at your door...it will not be so well received. But I know, as long as it is Gates or someone likes Gates...it means does not matter to you.”
Are you telling me that it was perfectly fine for Crowley to use his badge as a weapon against an individual citizen that hurt his feelings? Since when is it a crime to state annoyance that your rights are being infringed upon? And what does that say about our country. I read on the post every single day people calling the President of the United States names and insults by the dozens....what would happened if society decides that those people should be arrested? And where do it states that the role of a police officer demands more respect than that of the leader of the free world? It is a dangerous precedent to allow so much room for a police officer to abuse his power and what is even more threatening is the willingness of the citizens in this nation who thinks it was perfectly fine to arrest Gates for speaking his mind. That is Basically an attempt to change this from a democracy and a country with a functioning Constitution into the birth pangs of a police state. And if that does happened...trust me...when it is at your door...it will not be so well received. But I know, as long as it is Gates or someone likes Gates...it means does not matter to you.”
Dupree replied on Aug 02, 2009 at 21:34:39
“ONE
You are confused with making a comparison to an episode in a sitcom to real life events. One is scripted and based on fiction while the other is life in motion. Second of it all, the fundamental framework of examination can not be suspended to overlook the fact that Gates was arrested because he exercised his constitutional right to free speech. I have seen rallies where white men in sheets have espoused pure hate of African Americans and Latinos and Jews...but they were also covered under the first amendment the right to articulate their hate speech as long as they did not render it as an absolute threat for then it would have felled under terrorist threats which is a crime.”
You are confused with making a comparison to an episode in a sitcom to real life events. One is scripted and based on fiction while the other is life in motion. Second of it all, the fundamental framework of examination can not be suspended to overlook the fact that Gates was arrested because he exercised his constitutional right to free speech. I have seen rallies where white men in sheets have espoused pure hate of African Americans and Latinos and Jews...but they were also covered under the first amendment the right to articulate their hate speech as long as they did not render it as an absolute threat for then it would have felled under terrorist threats which is a crime.”
More Signs of an Economic Bottom
Commented Aug 01, 2009 at 19:02:47 in Business
“But are employers hiring? No. Are more educated people underemployed? Yes. Are people frustrated? Yes. Are people cutting back on consuming? Yes.
Inventory shelves are bare but there is no reason to believe that businesses are going to want to restock their inventory right away. And if so, how much.
The economy contracted at 1% annual rate last quarter, yet the Dow is having its best month since 2002.
Maybe the way we interpret Economic Data needs to be modified because right now everything is looking a little too distorted and that is uneasy.”
Inventory shelves are bare but there is no reason to believe that businesses are going to want to restock their inventory right away. And if so, how much.
The economy contracted at 1% annual rate last quarter, yet the Dow is having its best month since 2002.
Maybe the way we interpret Economic Data needs to be modified because right now everything is looking a little too distorted and that is uneasy.”
Setting the Record Straight on Warrantless Wiretapping Program
Commented Aug 01, 2009 at 18:16:38 in Politics
“Isn't it a little too early to set the record straight. We're still trying to figure out the unexplained 18 minutes of silence on the Nixon tapes.”
Clunker Success Proves Clean Energy Legislation Is a Win for Consumers and the Economy
Commented Aug 01, 2009 at 13:46:36 in Green
“You moved $2 billion - into this cash for clunkers - from a the program that backs loans to renewable energy companies. You should stick to what you alot.
Plus dealers are being meticulous about the requirements. The Vehicle has to be rated "when new" at 18 miles per gallon or less in combined city and highway driving. Plus states are charging sales tax on new clunkers - pre voucher deduction amount.
Work on taking care of the U.S. highway infrastructure so that all these new cars don't cause even more traffic jams and aggravate the potholes on the highway.”
Plus dealers are being meticulous about the requirements. The Vehicle has to be rated "when new" at 18 miles per gallon or less in combined city and highway driving. Plus states are charging sales tax on new clunkers - pre voucher deduction amount.
Work on taking care of the U.S. highway infrastructure so that all these new cars don't cause even more traffic jams and aggravate the potholes on the highway.”
EngineerBill replied on Aug 01, 2009 at 14:50:32
“The reason "dealers are being meticulous about the requirements." is because if they aren't they are out as much as 4500 bucks. Please put the blame where it belongs. Namely, the legislation itself. Not the dealers who have an aversion to losing thousands of dollars.”
Why This White Guy Was Not Arrested While Trying to Break Into a House Not His Own
Commented Jul 30, 2009 at 18:43:28 in Politics
“We're all different, including you Mr. Goldstein. But I try to have empathy for you too.”
Obama Backtracks Calling Police Action Stupid: Was It Moderation or Is Obama Becoming the First Wimp?
Commented Jul 25, 2009 at 12:21:07 in Politics
“Correction. I disagree with this post and the tone.
Who is the President appearing whimpish to: the Russians? the Germans? the N. Koreans, the Chinese? or the Israelies. or to the Americans that are guided by emotion rather than reason - by feelings.
I'm sure President Johnson appeared whimpish to many southern whites by "caving in" to civil rights. Lincoln appeared whimpish to many whites by "caving in" and issues the Emancipation Proclomation. Eisenhower appeared whimpish to many whites in his approach to the desegregation crisis at Little Rock Central High School.
Being reduced to chattering enraged monkeys, sreaming back hate at eachother's hate is not wise. It hasn't worked in the middle east. Where there, citizens are eachothers enemies Mr. Russnow. The President of the United States used a compelling moment to transform it into a teachable moment and made people thinki for themselves.”
Who is the President appearing whimpish to: the Russians? the Germans? the N. Koreans, the Chinese? or the Israelies. or to the Americans that are guided by emotion rather than reason - by feelings.
I'm sure President Johnson appeared whimpish to many southern whites by "caving in" to civil rights. Lincoln appeared whimpish to many whites by "caving in" and issues the Emancipation Proclomation. Eisenhower appeared whimpish to many whites in his approach to the desegregation crisis at Little Rock Central High School.
Being reduced to chattering enraged monkeys, sreaming back hate at eachother's hate is not wise. It hasn't worked in the middle east. Where there, citizens are eachothers enemies Mr. Russnow. The President of the United States used a compelling moment to transform it into a teachable moment and made people thinki for themselves.”
jhamm1 replied on Jul 25, 2009 at 13:40:32
“"Eisenhower appeared whimpish to many whites in his approach to the desegregation crisis at Little Rock Central High School."
Actually, Eisenhower appeared whimpish to many progressives in favor of civil rights, as he failed to issue orders to the national guard for three days, despite constant pressure from Brownell and other members of his cabinet, then proceeded to lament the resulting animosity between him and Southern segregationists as "the saddest days of [hs] life."
Before presenting it to Congress, Ike stripped Brownell's civil rights bill of all but one of its original 9 provisions, culminating in a rudimentary measure that did nothing more than "guarantee" voting rights to blacks which had already been established.
There's an all too apparent reason why then Executive Secretary of the NAACP, Roy Wilkins said:
"if [Eisenhower] had fought World War II the way he fought for civil rights, we would all be speaking German now."”
Actually, Eisenhower appeared whimpish to many progressives in favor of civil rights, as he failed to issue orders to the national guard for three days, despite constant pressure from Brownell and other members of his cabinet, then proceeded to lament the resulting animosity between him and Southern segregationists as "the saddest days of [hs] life."
Before presenting it to Congress, Ike stripped Brownell's civil rights bill of all but one of its original 9 provisions, culminating in a rudimentary measure that did nothing more than "guarantee" voting rights to blacks which had already been established.
There's an all too apparent reason why then Executive Secretary of the NAACP, Roy Wilkins said:
"if [Eisenhower] had fought World War II the way he fought for civil rights, we would all be speaking German now."”
GwenElle replied on Jul 25, 2009 at 13:06:35
“Excellent post.”
New Rule: Not Everything in America Has to Make a Profit
Commented Jul 24, 2009 at 03:26:41 in Comedy
“Bill Maher, this is your best post. Actually i've never read any of your posts but I'm gonna take the time and start now. Sarah Palin could not have written and better piece - you betcha!. You know, comedians are America's truth tellers nowadays. Thanks.”
America's Wars: How Serial War Became the American Way of Life
Commented Jul 22, 2009 at 10:34:06 in Politics
“" If I fear anything, I fear the atmosphere of...war, the power which it gives all things I hate -- the newspapers, the politicians, the puritans, the scoutmasters, the middle-aged merciless spinsters. I fear the way I might behave if I were exposed to this atmosphere. I shrink from the duty of opposition. I am afraid I should be reduced to a chattering enraged monkey, sreaming back hate at their hate."
---- Christopher Isherwood, January 20, 1940”
---- Christopher Isherwood, January 20, 1940”
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