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Attention Last-Minute Shoppers: HuffPost Has a Store With Gifts That Give Back to Those in Need
Commented Dec 18, 2009 at 16:46:09 in Impact
“Another good one is TheHungers
People form Third World Countries make hand crafted goods that are lovely, and you are helping the poorest of the poor.
Please check it out.”
People form Third World Countries make hand crafted goods that are lovely, and you are helping the poorest of the poor.
Please check it out.”
Arianna On The 'Supreme Irony' Of Obama's Nobel Speech (VIDEO)
Commented Dec 11, 2009 at 12:34:33 in Media
“Proud that he received it, or proud that he deserved it?”
Arianna On The 'Supreme Irony' Of Obama's Nobel Speech (VIDEO)
Commented Dec 11, 2009 at 12:28:07 in Media
“What problem still remains in Afghanistan that surpasses our need to re-focus our primary attention on Pakistan.
Reportedly, there are less than 100 A l Q u aid a members remaining the country.
Is that enough reason to escalate a troop presence there?”
Reportedly, there are less than 100 A l Q u aid a members remaining the country.
Is that enough reason to escalate a troop presence there?”
Arianna On The 'Supreme Irony' Of Obama's Nobel Speech (VIDEO)
Commented Dec 11, 2009 at 12:19:10 in Media
“I don't believe she is playing devli's advocate, the consequences are too dire.”
Arianna On The 'Supreme Irony' Of Obama's Nobel Speech (VIDEO)
Commented Dec 11, 2009 at 12:18:01 in Media
“Reportedly there are under 100 Al Qu a i da members in all of Afghanistan.
Doesn't it seem quite excessive for the US to escalate our troops to this area on this basis?”
Doesn't it seem quite excessive for the US to escalate our troops to this area on this basis?”
repearwo replied on Dec 11, 2009 at 13:56:11
“Answered elsewhere.”
Arianna On The 'Supreme Irony' Of Obama's Nobel Speech (VIDEO)
Commented Dec 11, 2009 at 12:05:50 in Media
“So far his policies and decisions have been pretty much in lockstep with his predecessor.”
repearwo replied on Dec 11, 2009 at 13:48:55
“So you think that change in a country as large and diverse as ours changes overnight? Any change that happens rapidly has to be supported by the people and the people what very unspecific change. We liberals are a minority, just as true conservatives are. Obama is making distinct changes and the rest of the world gets it. To bad we don't.”
Arianna On The 'Supreme Irony' Of Obama's Nobel Speech (VIDEO)
Commented Dec 11, 2009 at 12:01:34 in Media
“I'll give you one guess.”
Arianna On The 'Supreme Irony' Of Obama's Nobel Speech (VIDEO)
Commented Dec 11, 2009 at 12:00:51 in Media
“I didn't realize that patented that phrase.”
Arianna On The 'Supreme Irony' Of Obama's Nobel Speech (VIDEO)
Commented Dec 11, 2009 at 11:59:45 in Media
“Any "productive" alternative solution?”
repearwo replied on Dec 11, 2009 at 13:44:52
“Yes many, read my posts.”
Arianna On The 'Supreme Irony' Of Obama's Nobel Speech (VIDEO)
Commented Dec 11, 2009 at 11:57:48 in Media
“I havr to disagree with you on one minor point. I think that the problem with a lot of these commentors on HP are that they are knee jerk Obama followers, not so much knee jerk liberals.
Rather than paying attention to what policies and decisions are being made (in favor of the rich and military industrial complex), people are clinging to their emotional attachment to their candidate.”
Rather than paying attention to what policies and decisions are being made (in favor of the rich and military industrial complex), people are clinging to their emotional attachment to their candidate.”
Arianna On The 'Supreme Irony' Of Obama's Nobel Speech (VIDEO)
Commented Dec 11, 2009 at 11:51:35 in Media
“Yes, but if they had a crystal ball knowing that he would escalate the war in Afghanistan and continue our presense in Iraq, I'm sure they would have found a far more suitable candidate.
If he really believed in his actions in Afghanistan, Iraq, and the secret war in Pakistan, the honorable thing to do would have been to declined the Prize.
I do not respect him for accepting the Peace Prize - it is the ultimate in hypocricy, and probably vanity, as well.”
If he really believed in his actions in Afghanistan, Iraq, and the secret war in Pakistan, the honorable thing to do would have been to declined the Prize.
I do not respect him for accepting the Peace Prize - it is the ultimate in hypocricy, and probably vanity, as well.”
Arianna On The 'Supreme Irony' Of Obama's Nobel Speech (VIDEO)
Commented Dec 11, 2009 at 11:39:11 in Media
“It is more than ironic, it is hypocritical.
He should have declined the award, as not being worthy.”
He should have declined the award, as not being worthy.”
repearwo replied on Dec 12, 2009 at 00:48:58
“No. He used the opportunity to lay out one of the sanest, very non-bushian, Presidential pronouncement on the role of War in a violent world. It requires a thinking mind and a vision that sees more that black and white.”
Arianna On The 'Supreme Irony' Of Obama's Nobel Speech (VIDEO)
Commented Dec 11, 2009 at 11:38:27 in Media
“I agree.
I'm sick of being attacked on the HP for waking up and not continuing to wear blinders of how wonderful BO is.
I wish I would be singing his praises - like helping the working class with jobs, helping the working class to avoid foreclosure, strengthening regulations on banks and credit card companies.
So far he has not delivered on any important progressive objectives.
and PLEASE do not tell me to be patient. His actions so far have been strictly driven by corporate and military (military industrial complex) interests.
If you disagree with me, Present me with Facts only.”
I'm sick of being attacked on the HP for waking up and not continuing to wear blinders of how wonderful BO is.
I wish I would be singing his praises - like helping the working class with jobs, helping the working class to avoid foreclosure, strengthening regulations on banks and credit card companies.
So far he has not delivered on any important progressive objectives.
and PLEASE do not tell me to be patient. His actions so far have been strictly driven by corporate and military (military industrial complex) interests.
If you disagree with me, Present me with Facts only.”
repearwo replied on Dec 11, 2009 at 11:48:04
“Sadly the facts are before you and you just don't see them. Obama is not doing anything in Afghanistan that he did not say he would in the campaign. Just because you were not listening does not mean it is not true.”
Arianna On The 'Supreme Irony' Of Obama's Nobel Speech (VIDEO)
Commented Dec 11, 2009 at 11:31:25 in Media
“I, along with many leftleaning "thinkers" question the reasoning behind our War presense in Afghanistan, when the true threat is in Pakistan. There is a similar parallel to Bush going into Iraq (no connection to 9/11).
I didn't realize I had to explain the likenesses. Hope this clears it up for you.
Did you not read Arianna's comment.
I did not make this stuff up.”
I didn't realize I had to explain the likenesses. Hope this clears it up for you.
Did you not read Arianna's comment.
I did not make this stuff up.”
repearwo replied on Dec 11, 2009 at 12:12:01
“Reading is not always comprehending, and Arianna is hardly a historian or political analyst. Yes the problem is Now with Pakistan, but that does not mean it is the source of the problem. It began in Afghanistan and that is still where the main problem is.
Your take is to treat the fever without concern for the reason for the fever. IT was Bush's neglect of Afghanistan that allowed Pakistan to become destabilized.
Your analysis is complete false. Pakistan is an Ally and a Nuclear Power. What would you suggest in Pakistan to solve any of the problems in the area. Are we to invade?
Obama has a well formed Pakistan Policy but that is not the main issue. A destabilized Afghanistan - a lack of stability that we caused in the last 8 years - is the most serious issue in that part of the world.”
Your take is to treat the fever without concern for the reason for the fever. IT was Bush's neglect of Afghanistan that allowed Pakistan to become destabilized.
Your analysis is complete false. Pakistan is an Ally and a Nuclear Power. What would you suggest in Pakistan to solve any of the problems in the area. Are we to invade?
Obama has a well formed Pakistan Policy but that is not the main issue. A destabilized Afghanistan - a lack of stability that we caused in the last 8 years - is the most serious issue in that part of the world.”
Arianna On The 'Supreme Irony' Of Obama's Nobel Speech (VIDEO)
Commented Dec 11, 2009 at 11:28:20 in Media
“I like the way you worded it above, "while overseeing armed conflicts in two sovereign nations."
He is the Commander in Chief, and therefore is doing more than "overseeing", he is in charge of continuing these "wars".
He can always withdraw our troops from these regions if he decides to - it is HIS choice.
You make it sound like he is a passive bystander.
He is our War President now - not Bush.”
He is the Commander in Chief, and therefore is doing more than "overseeing", he is in charge of continuing these "wars".
He can always withdraw our troops from these regions if he decides to - it is HIS choice.
You make it sound like he is a passive bystander.
He is our War President now - not Bush.”
dontblowit replied on Dec 11, 2009 at 13:02:24
“Commander-in-chief yes but he and these other recent Presidents act as if the military are their own private legions...
Its not all Obama's fault here. Its the pathetic US congress which has given up its constitutional authority. There needs to be a congressional debate and declaration of war or amend the constitution. Obama has no authority to order US military troops to go and fight a war overseas. Whatever it was that the congress gave the Bush administration after 911 needs to be reviewed and debated at the very least.
This whole business of letting the president have total control of the armed forces is an anachronism of the cold war, when because of the nuclear arms race with the soviets it was thought that the president needed to respond to a first strike of nuclear weapons. The cold war is over. The tailban and Al Queda do not pose that mortal a threat to the United States. Period.
We would have a lot less trouble and troops all over the planet if the congress would get off their collective a**** and bring our country back the republic it was before 1945. The founding fathers must be turning in their graves to see what their project has become.”
Its not all Obama's fault here. Its the pathetic US congress which has given up its constitutional authority. There needs to be a congressional debate and declaration of war or amend the constitution. Obama has no authority to order US military troops to go and fight a war overseas. Whatever it was that the congress gave the Bush administration after 911 needs to be reviewed and debated at the very least.
This whole business of letting the president have total control of the armed forces is an anachronism of the cold war, when because of the nuclear arms race with the soviets it was thought that the president needed to respond to a first strike of nuclear weapons. The cold war is over. The tailban and Al Queda do not pose that mortal a threat to the United States. Period.
We would have a lot less trouble and troops all over the planet if the congress would get off their collective a**** and bring our country back the republic it was before 1945. The founding fathers must be turning in their graves to see what their project has become.”
Arianna On The 'Supreme Irony' Of Obama's Nobel Speech (VIDEO)
Commented Dec 11, 2009 at 11:05:58 in Media
“But, as Arianne said, Pakistan is the threat - not Afghanistan.
THis seems like a bad dream, did Bush truly step down.
Besides, if any eggs need to be broken, they should be in Pakistan, not Afghanistan.
We have Bush reincarnated in the WH.
I wasn't expecting that - at least not this much.”
THis seems like a bad dream, did Bush truly step down.
Besides, if any eggs need to be broken, they should be in Pakistan, not Afghanistan.
We have Bush reincarnated in the WH.
I wasn't expecting that - at least not this much.”
repearwo replied on Dec 11, 2009 at 11:22:32
“So we should invade another sovereign country? You sound more an reincarnation of Bush.”
housecalls50 replied on Dec 11, 2009 at 11:13:35
“"we have Bush reincarnated in the WH"...you can't be serious and if you are you should start reading some history...
Sartre Meets Afghanistan: Obama's "No Exit" Strategy
Commented Dec 08, 2009 at 15:27:38 in World
“What do you consider a whacko?
Ralph Nader?
With his long list of acccomplishments and being a "true" champion of populist causes, he'd make a "GREAT" president for all the American public - except the "priviledged class".”
Ralph Nader?
With his long list of acccomplishments and being a "true" champion of populist causes, he'd make a "GREAT" president for all the American public - except the "priviledged class".”
Sartre Meets Afghanistan: Obama's "No Exit" Strategy
Commented Dec 08, 2009 at 14:57:58 in World
“Yes, Arianna, sadly you are correct.
Another strong cheerleader for Obama, Rachel Maddow, exhibited her frustration on her show when presenting the two differing statements made in a matter of a few days. I could read her internal conflict and disappointment.
Things did not "change" as many had "hoped".
I wonder how long it will take for those staunch Obama loyalists to finally lose hope and see him for what he is - another opportunistic, led, politician.”
Another strong cheerleader for Obama, Rachel Maddow, exhibited her frustration on her show when presenting the two differing statements made in a matter of a few days. I could read her internal conflict and disappointment.
Things did not "change" as many had "hoped".
I wonder how long it will take for those staunch Obama loyalists to finally lose hope and see him for what he is - another opportunistic, led, politician.”
fifteen pounds replied on Dec 08, 2009 at 15:10:22
“That occurred for me when he appointed Daschle and Geithner and the rest of the Clinton crowd.....
The Economic Reality That No One Wants to Talk About
Commented Dec 03, 2009 at 14:04:29 in Business
“You are right, except, with the unfair trade agreements putting the American worker at a serious disadvantage, nothing will change.
There is no incentive for companies to keep their work force on American soil - so sad - nor, is there a penalty leveled at these companies either. In fact, they are permitted to be headquartered in the Cayman Islands to AVOID taxes, just exaserbating the tax burden on the already devasted American worker.
The American government works AGAINST the welfare of its citizens. It answers to the powerful corporations who keep their palms greased with campaign financing funds.
The only solution is Public Financing to stop this increasingly stilted position against the American public”
There is no incentive for companies to keep their work force on American soil - so sad - nor, is there a penalty leveled at these companies either. In fact, they are permitted to be headquartered in the Cayman Islands to AVOID taxes, just exaserbating the tax burden on the already devasted American worker.
The American government works AGAINST the welfare of its citizens. It answers to the powerful corporations who keep their palms greased with campaign financing funds.
The only solution is Public Financing to stop this increasingly stilted position against the American public”
flyjet787 replied on Dec 04, 2009 at 01:34:22
“leftleaner: "The only solution is Public Financing to stop this increasingly stilted position against the American public."
I agree. It all begins right there. Nothing can follow; all energy working other solutions will ultimately be undermined until this single fact of our political system changes.”
I agree. It all begins right there. Nothing can follow; all energy working other solutions will ultimately be undermined until this single fact of our political system changes.”
America Without a Middle Class
Commented Dec 03, 2009 at 11:17:27 in Business
“Yes, Dennis and Bernie Sanders, also, and Senator Liebermann - NOT :(”
America Without a Middle Class
Commented Dec 03, 2009 at 09:16:55 in Business
“I'm surprised they haven't "phased her out" yet.
She's the "only" advocate for the rapidly vanishing middle class.
She's my hero - among the few I can count on 1 hand.”
She's the "only" advocate for the rapidly vanishing middle class.
She's my hero - among the few I can count on 1 hand.”
DevRock replied on Dec 03, 2009 at 13:15:49
“I've been very impressed with her since she was brought aboard. She seems to be the ONLY official in Washington who is willing to speak the truth about what's going on.
Liz Warren 2012!!!”
Liz Warren 2012!!!”
professoramy replied on Dec 03, 2009 at 09:26:43
“Co-sign. Her calm, deliberate, compassionate intelligence is what draws me to read what she writes and listen when she talks.”
BigFootJesus replied on Dec 03, 2009 at 09:24:30
“Check out Dennis Kucinich if you haven't already done so. He is another strong advocate for the people.”
An Open Letter To President Obama On Afghanistan
Commented Dec 01, 2009 at 16:19:10 in World
“Michael Moore, for a man who is very in-tune with speaking truth to power, I see that you have (against your better judgment) given Obama a pass longer than you would have others.
Even you must speak up now, as his actions are becoming harder and harder to defend.
Keith Olbermann is getting pretty fed up too, another staunch Obama supporter becoming a reluctant defector.”
Even you must speak up now, as his actions are becoming harder and harder to defend.
Keith Olbermann is getting pretty fed up too, another staunch Obama supporter becoming a reluctant defector.”
An Open Letter To President Obama On Afghanistan
Commented Nov 30, 2009 at 14:52:10 in World
“All I can say is that I agree with MMM (as usual), but I can't say that I'm surprised.
I was not misled by Obama's empty talk of hope and change. What hope, what change????
I am dissapointed, but NOT surprised. Ralph Nader was my man, and with each day I'm more convinced I voted for the right man - the only true populist candidate.”
I was not misled by Obama's empty talk of hope and change. What hope, what change????
I am dissapointed, but NOT surprised. Ralph Nader was my man, and with each day I'm more convinced I voted for the right man - the only true populist candidate.”
Billyboy321 replied on Nov 30, 2009 at 15:22:11
“Nader and Ron Paul. The Paul followers were Nader likers as well.”
In Washington, the Revolving Door Is Hazardous to Your Health
Commented Oct 13, 2009 at 14:55:31 in Politics
“Why vote anymore, it's just become a mechanical exercise.
They've won, and it's so out in the open that no one even tries to conceal it.”
They've won, and it's so out in the open that no one even tries to conceal it.”
Barack Obama Must See Michael Moore's New Movie (and So Must You)!
Commented Sep 21, 2009 at 15:03:18 in Business
“If Michael Moore's, SICKO, didn't do it for the American public and the politicians, nothing will.
Americans have the attention span of an amoeba. They get worked up for 5 minutes, then resume their mundane lives, some going so far as taking the reverse position by defending the status quo if enough rhetoric is out there to turn them against their previous positions, i.e., public option.
It's the old dilemna of people rallying against their own interests, and without their backing the pols will certainly not do what is right.”
Americans have the attention span of an amoeba. They get worked up for 5 minutes, then resume their mundane lives, some going so far as taking the reverse position by defending the status quo if enough rhetoric is out there to turn them against their previous positions, i.e., public option.
It's the old dilemna of people rallying against their own interests, and without their backing the pols will certainly not do what is right.”
aufregen replied on Sep 21, 2009 at 15:16:17
“Of course the American people are all morons who don't know what's best for them, and only parrot things that are told to them by those at the top. Except you, right? You're one of the select few who is smart enough to see your own interests. How wonderful for you.”
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