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Kate Beckinsale & Zooey Deschanel's Sexy Absolut Ads (PHOTOS)
Commented Dec 04, 2009 at 13:26:17 in Entertainment
“I don't see the point (for the product or the actresses in question) in applying so much makeup and hair color to a celebrity to the point that they don't look like themselves anymore... Kate Beckinsale is recognizable in the red dress, as for the other three pictures, any of a thousand less expensive models could have done the shoot to the same effect. And they look like plastic toy "objects" in all four shots - not interesting people I'd like to get to know better by sharing an interesting drink.”
DeMint: I Wish I'd Said 'You Lie' To Obama
Commented Dec 03, 2009 at 13:41:22 in Politics
“DeMint said, "a couple days later, after he raised a few million dollars off of it, I was thinking 'why didn't I say that?'" - these are "Conservative Principles"? If saying something irresponsible that you have to apologise for raises a couple million - it's definitely worth doing...”
jazzycafe replied on Dec 03, 2009 at 13:43:49
“Displaying one of their "values".”
California Governor's Race: Countdown To 2010
Commented Nov 25, 2009 at 13:36:13 in Los Angeles
“Go Jerry. Jerry Brown is one of the truly great public servants....”
Katie Couric Dancing: Party Pics Of Anchor Letting Loose (PHOTOS)
Commented Nov 23, 2009 at 16:00:59 in Media
“I see nothing inconsistent with Ms Couric safely having a great time and being an apparently passionate mature woman and still being a professional and reliable source of news.
I do feel a little sullied myself at taking this opporunity provided by Huffpo to view these apparently private photos.”
I do feel a little sullied myself at taking this opporunity provided by Huffpo to view these apparently private photos.”
Cost Estimates Of Afghanistan Troop Buildup Vary Widely
Commented Nov 23, 2009 at 15:32:31 in World
“Just as Iraq was Bush's war, Afghanistan is rapidly becoming Obama's war. And with it's newly declared status as the second most corrupt country in the world and our popularity increasingly iffy there, Obama may find in a year he has as many troops, as many deaths, and as little justification as W. did.”
VanHalen replied on Nov 23, 2009 at 15:35:59
“Strange, with a year almost in the White House and you guys are still here screaming at each other that SOMETHING, ANYTHING needs to be done. But remember, Palin is the problem!
Meanwhile, President Barack Hussein Obama wines and dines with the Hollywood Elite at a state dinner where they can discuss anything but the war and then come up with ways
TO DO SEX TO US!!!!”
Meanwhile, President Barack Hussein Obama wines and dines with the Hollywood Elite at a state dinner where they can discuss anything but the war and then come up with ways
TO DO SEX TO US!!!!”
Catholic Church Threatens To Stop Social Service Programs For D.C.'s Neediest If Gay Marriage Passes
Commented Nov 12, 2009 at 08:44:43 in Politics
“It may be that - on the whole - Catholic lay worshippers remain the most spiritual of Christians - less distracted by artificial social struggles and more interested in gratitude, forgiveness, charity - fundamental spiritual values.
However the Catholic professional leadership - with it's hit and run bishops, lying about pedophiles, hush money and political threats proves every day that it is not a spiritual organization at all.. but a bunch of gangsters.”
However the Catholic professional leadership - with it's hit and run bishops, lying about pedophiles, hush money and political threats proves every day that it is not a spiritual organization at all.. but a bunch of gangsters.”
Lou Dobbs QUITS CNN (Video)
Commented Nov 11, 2009 at 21:05:30 in Media
“The change in Dobbs (as reported in the story) is representative of what's wrong with CNN - and it doesn't have anything to do with his shift to the right. It is his shift from reporting to opinion. CNN used to do news - video - reporting - facts. Now the CNN lineup is one opiniated yakker after another. And they don't even have strong opinions...
I'm a lib, but the reason FOX beats CNN is three fold:
1) they actual report more news - more video
2) their commentators are not mealy-mouthed - you may disagree with them, but they don't waste a lot of time waffling and qualifying
3) babes
Dobbs seems like he's right of CNN and more moderate than most of the FOX guys, but he's lost being a newsman. CNN is now not enough Bernard Shaw and Harry Reasoner and a way to much Larry King and Larry King Jr. - Anderson Cooper. Seem concerned - soft pedal the interview - don't cover the hard stuff. Be likable and noncontreversial.”
I'm a lib, but the reason FOX beats CNN is three fold:
1) they actual report more news - more video
2) their commentators are not mealy-mouthed - you may disagree with them, but they don't waste a lot of time waffling and qualifying
3) babes
Dobbs seems like he's right of CNN and more moderate than most of the FOX guys, but he's lost being a newsman. CNN is now not enough Bernard Shaw and Harry Reasoner and a way to much Larry King and Larry King Jr. - Anderson Cooper. Seem concerned - soft pedal the interview - don't cover the hard stuff. Be likable and noncontreversial.”
Msteadt replied on Nov 11, 2009 at 21:11:56
“With all due respect, MBryant, Fox News beats CNN because:
1) they CREATE more news, the type of news which appeals to the brain-dead half of our country
2) their commentators have no scruples about reporting or commenting on the fake news they create, even when they know the news is fake or a bald-faced lie....again very appealing to the "other" half.
3) OK.....you got me on the babes thing, so yes....if you want babes, go to Fox (any coincidence its called Fox??). If you want news, real news, even if its scooped by others, then stick with CNN or MSNBC. Or....do what I do. Read the Huffpost.”
1) they CREATE more news, the type of news which appeals to the brain-dead half of our country
2) their commentators have no scruples about reporting or commenting on the fake news they create, even when they know the news is fake or a bald-faced lie....again very appealing to the "other" half.
3) OK.....you got me on the babes thing, so yes....if you want babes, go to Fox (any coincidence its called Fox??). If you want news, real news, even if its scooped by others, then stick with CNN or MSNBC. Or....do what I do. Read the Huffpost.”
Lavafalls replied on Nov 11, 2009 at 21:08:37
“The lying and fabricating seems to get in the way of "news" though”
Huckabee Slams Romney, Palin, Conservative Movement
Commented Nov 10, 2009 at 08:12:59 in Politics
“I used to think Huckabee was that rare thing - a reasonable conservative - a populist Buckley. But then he became a TV host for FOX. Now he's spent - a presidential victory just ain't happening for anyone who has been on TV today.
Back in 2008 - the G.O.P. seemed to have everything they wanted in Huckabee - real conservative credibility (not fake like Bush/Ashcroft), executive - outsider experience, a likable, reasonable guy - a "preacher"/conservative version of Bill Clinton. But lately Republicans have seemed a bit self destructive and so for reasons that I don't understand they rejected Huckabee in favor of anyone but Huckabee and wound up with mavericky John McCain - who has always been a poor campaigner and risk taker - someone who is not personally conservative and not reliably Republican. And, of course, McCain lost the election by just plain being beaten by a better candidate and a better team.
But then Huck went on TV and on TV - like all of the FOX guys trying to get ratings he has said a lot of stupid stuff that doesn't pass candidate muster and all that stupid stuff will come back to haunt him.
He's sunk.”
Back in 2008 - the G.O.P. seemed to have everything they wanted in Huckabee - real conservative credibility (not fake like Bush/Ashcroft), executive - outsider experience, a likable, reasonable guy - a "preacher"/conservative version of Bill Clinton. But lately Republicans have seemed a bit self destructive and so for reasons that I don't understand they rejected Huckabee in favor of anyone but Huckabee and wound up with mavericky John McCain - who has always been a poor campaigner and risk taker - someone who is not personally conservative and not reliably Republican. And, of course, McCain lost the election by just plain being beaten by a better candidate and a better team.
But then Huck went on TV and on TV - like all of the FOX guys trying to get ratings he has said a lot of stupid stuff that doesn't pass candidate muster and all that stupid stuff will come back to haunt him.
He's sunk.”
Biden: People Have Been Stripped Of Their Dignity
Commented Nov 05, 2009 at 12:59:47 in Politics
“Sorry Joe, this is so much smoke. Fairness is impossible.
It's ALWAYS ABOUT INCOME REDISTRIBUTION. There are other things that government does, but among the thigns it does is help determine who gets poorer and who gets richer....”
It's ALWAYS ABOUT INCOME REDISTRIBUTION. There are other things that government does, but among the thigns it does is help determine who gets poorer and who gets richer....”
Tim303 replied on Nov 05, 2009 at 13:52:30
“You think this is a zero sum game. It isn't.”
Tim303 replied on Nov 05, 2009 at 13:52:16
“So what?”
Dylan Ratigan Outlines The 4 Steps To Fix The Banks (VIDEO)
Commented Nov 04, 2009 at 16:42:24 in Politics
“We should recapitalize the banks into a new exchange - not the NYSE - which is like the over the counter exchange - a more patient - slow moving market. We should provide tax incentive on these instruments that will reward people for staying with them long term - more like bonds than stocks (even though they represent equity) - essentially like retirement programs. And we should enhance regulation and transperancy.
We can't put the local ownership or commercial vs. savings vs. real estate vs. broker geniees back in their bottles. But we can reward and require patient responsible management of banks.”
We can't put the local ownership or commercial vs. savings vs. real estate vs. broker geniees back in their bottles. But we can reward and require patient responsible management of banks.”
Thank You for (Not) Running for President
Commented Nov 02, 2009 at 19:52:00 in Media
“Like Arnold Schwarzenegger I was not born in the United States - so I cannot be president. So I am formally announcing my non-candidacy. And I challenge Gov. Schwarzenegger, former Gov. Palin, Senator Lieberman, former Mayor Guiliani, and everyone remotely related to an former President named Bush or currently working as a talk show host or broadcast pundit to join me in this non-candidacy. May the best non-candidate not win!”
Lieberman: "Nothing" Better Than Public Option (VIDEO)
Commented Nov 01, 2009 at 13:49:59 in Politics
“According to 538.com - Lieberman is out of step with Conn. voters on this - who favor a public option 60% to 40% and he probably knows he has no chance in 2014. He can't get either party's nomination and he won't win the general election this time either.
So Joe's strategy is one of two options
- soak up all the lameduck influence and cashola he can from his Conn. Corporate backers.
and/or
- setup a run for President in 2012 as his swan song. If the G.O.P. nominates a charismatic social Conservative (i.e. Palin, Huckabee, etc..) then a former major ticket running mate, the most prominent Jewish politician in America and an established centrist (right of center) spoiler could mix things up...
Not what I'd like to see, but it could happen...”
So Joe's strategy is one of two options
- soak up all the lameduck influence and cashola he can from his Conn. Corporate backers.
and/or
- setup a run for President in 2012 as his swan song. If the G.O.P. nominates a charismatic social Conservative (i.e. Palin, Huckabee, etc..) then a former major ticket running mate, the most prominent Jewish politician in America and an established centrist (right of center) spoiler could mix things up...
Not what I'd like to see, but it could happen...”
Gavin Newsom Quits Race For California Governor
Commented Oct 30, 2009 at 19:00:19 in Politics
“I don't know that much about Newsome, but Jerry is one of the great public servants and California will be lucky to have him back in the Governor's office.”
Stephanie Watts replied on Oct 30, 2009 at 19:15:26
“Go Jerry!”
wakupmagy replied on Oct 30, 2009 at 19:05:55
“Agreed !
Jerry Brown is the antithesis of the current crop of politicians. He's never been in the lobbyists' pockets and he could well signal the beginning of a revolt against the thieves and crooks currently running our government.
And not just in California.”
Jerry Brown is the antithesis of the current crop of politicians. He's never been in the lobbyists' pockets and he could well signal the beginning of a revolt against the thieves and crooks currently running our government.
And not just in California.”
Kay Bailey Hutchison "So Pleased" To Have Dick Cheney Endorsement
Commented Oct 30, 2009 at 08:41:22 in Politics
“Hutchison running against Perry is just another case of Republican self-destruction. The office of governor in Texas is just not that big a deal and these two pieces of FURNITURE are going to squander their party's money running against each other. So Perry positions himself as more "mavericky conservative" and gets Palin's endorsement and Hutchison is more "establishment conservative" and gets Cheney's. Who cares about the difference between these two inert characters? But because they are the most famous politicians in the state, they'll spend millions.
Meanwhile... Hutchison leaves the senate and Houston mayor Bill White - a former Dem Party State Chairman and a real, effective campaigner and politician is left a clear path to the senate.
I'm a Dem and happy to see this, but if the G.O.P. had leadership, they would have taken Hutchison behind the woodshed and dispelled this foolishness of hers long ago. Blue is the only winner in this, it doesn't matter who wins....”
Meanwhile... Hutchison leaves the senate and Houston mayor Bill White - a former Dem Party State Chairman and a real, effective campaigner and politician is left a clear path to the senate.
I'm a Dem and happy to see this, but if the G.O.P. had leadership, they would have taken Hutchison behind the woodshed and dispelled this foolishness of hers long ago. Blue is the only winner in this, it doesn't matter who wins....”
normalintexas replied on Oct 30, 2009 at 09:40:12
“Great post. You nailed it. Going blue in 2010.”
Ailes For President? Friends Encouraging Fox News Head To Run
Commented Oct 25, 2009 at 18:30:54 in Politics
“Republicans and their nominees...
2008: it seemed like they could use a reasonable sounding guy with real conservative Christian credibility and executive branch experience of significance and some national name identity. And they had that guy in Mike Huckabee and then when he actually looked like he might win they panicked and went for "anyone but Huck" and wound up with McCain - a terrible candidate and campaigner who did everything wrong (especially Palin).
Huckabee went on Fox and toasted himself. He's said too much and has marginalized himself as a second rate OReilly and is useless as a candidate. Jindal has said too much too. Some G.O.P. governors and Senators have recent scandals (Sanford, Nevada Gov., Ensign, etc..) and the usual suspects: Guiliani and Thompson look really tired. Huntsman and Crist have gone most of the way over to the other side and couldn't get through a primary process. So I guess we have Pawlenty (who they probably should pick) and Palin (who they probably will pick, but shouldn't)
Bud don't try to get logical about it... they'll probably get some crazy result again ... and yet.. it will be closer than is logical... You know they want to nominate her.. they should just go ahead and do it... Meghan McCain in 2012!...”
2008: it seemed like they could use a reasonable sounding guy with real conservative Christian credibility and executive branch experience of significance and some national name identity. And they had that guy in Mike Huckabee and then when he actually looked like he might win they panicked and went for "anyone but Huck" and wound up with McCain - a terrible candidate and campaigner who did everything wrong (especially Palin).
Huckabee went on Fox and toasted himself. He's said too much and has marginalized himself as a second rate OReilly and is useless as a candidate. Jindal has said too much too. Some G.O.P. governors and Senators have recent scandals (Sanford, Nevada Gov., Ensign, etc..) and the usual suspects: Guiliani and Thompson look really tired. Huntsman and Crist have gone most of the way over to the other side and couldn't get through a primary process. So I guess we have Pawlenty (who they probably should pick) and Palin (who they probably will pick, but shouldn't)
Bud don't try to get logical about it... they'll probably get some crazy result again ... and yet.. it will be closer than is logical... You know they want to nominate her.. they should just go ahead and do it... Meghan McCain in 2012!...”
Companies Are Gaming The System To Beat Wall Street Expectations
Commented Oct 25, 2009 at 18:19:31 in Business
“This is a very old story going back to the 70s. Most serious stock analysts know that companies can prop up earnings for years if they want if they have a really good quarter they'll delay the earnings to even them out so that they can make future quarters look better and look like a "trend".. CFOs will sell buildings, accrue earnings, delay expenses through contractors and holding companies use hedges to manipulate the reported numbers and only very experienced financial forensics can go through the filed statements and figure any of it out....
Here's an analogy.... you are given a horrifying gothic story of zombies, monsters and dismemberment (your financials) - you can still find words and letters here and there to make a ransom note like report of "Have a nice day"....(your quarterly earnings report)... It's all in the editing .. you can't delay the bad news forever.. but good book doctors can delay it for months and years...”
Here's an analogy.... you are given a horrifying gothic story of zombies, monsters and dismemberment (your financials) - you can still find words and letters here and there to make a ransom note like report of "Have a nice day"....(your quarterly earnings report)... It's all in the editing .. you can't delay the bad news forever.. but good book doctors can delay it for months and years...”
Morgan Dana Harrington Missing: Virginia Tech Student Vanished After Concert
Commented Oct 20, 2009 at 13:43:18 in Entertainment
“Hopefully not being insensitve to this missing girl's family or accusing anyone of fraud, but isn't this the same "missing white girl syndrome" sort of story that Arianna has decried - for example in the balloon boy coverage? How much of this is because she is attractive?
Don't people go missing everyday? Elders in particular go missing all the time. Is HuffPo going to give this coverage to 70 year old hispanic gentlemen missing in along the border? How much of this is helping and how much of this is sensationalism?
Youth and good looks are a good thing - they "rule" in entertainment. But do we want to drive our whole culture - police protection, etc.. by them?”
Don't people go missing everyday? Elders in particular go missing all the time. Is HuffPo going to give this coverage to 70 year old hispanic gentlemen missing in along the border? How much of this is helping and how much of this is sensationalism?
Youth and good looks are a good thing - they "rule" in entertainment. But do we want to drive our whole culture - police protection, etc.. by them?”
Kiki8 replied on Oct 20, 2009 at 15:17:26
“Well, the thing is, it appears they don't have much to go on (based on what is being reported, though I'm sure there is probably information they're not sharing). So if getting the word out there helps, then I don't see why people would be against that. And I really don't see how this is anywhere near the same thing as the balloon boy story. It's an open missing persons case. I do understand your point that all missing persons cases should get attention and be treated the same. And maybe it would be a bigger deal to you if you lived in the community too. I have to tell you, I would be just as interested in this case no matter what she looked like. I just hope she gets home safe. These cases might be the most-often reported but they are also, a lot of times, the most urgent.”
Laura Elizabeth replied on Oct 20, 2009 at 15:11:06
“"Don't people go missing everyday?"
Sure, people are also raped and murdered everyday but does that make it any less tragic? I agree that it's a shame all missing people don't get this kind of coverage but that being said.....I don't think this story is going to have a happy ending.”
Sure, people are also raped and murdered everyday but does that make it any less tragic? I agree that it's a shame all missing people don't get this kind of coverage but that being said.....I don't think this story is going to have a happy ending.”
Post Poll: Only 20% Identify As Republicans, Lowest Since 1983
Commented Oct 20, 2009 at 11:21:47 in Politics
“I saw a story indicating that African elephants may be extinct in as few as fifteen years due to poaching and environmental factors. Alarming - considering they have long lifespans.
Will their American political counterparts last any longer?
There will be no one party system in America - however I think if a new party arises it will likely be on the left - from those who think the Dems have become too centrist. This could result in a three party system for awhile with a centrist Dem party, a revived Green party (or whatever), and a declining Christian Conservative/Republican party. I think Specter could turn out to be a bellwether of the Dems going to the middle.
Obama certainly has not turned out to be the liberal champion that Rush and Glenn Beck claim he is.”
Will their American political counterparts last any longer?
There will be no one party system in America - however I think if a new party arises it will likely be on the left - from those who think the Dems have become too centrist. This could result in a three party system for awhile with a centrist Dem party, a revived Green party (or whatever), and a declining Christian Conservative/Republican party. I think Specter could turn out to be a bellwether of the Dems going to the middle.
Obama certainly has not turned out to be the liberal champion that Rush and Glenn Beck claim he is.”
Rush Limbaugh: Race Card Kept Me From NFL Ownership, American Dream
Commented Oct 19, 2009 at 15:19:25 in Media
“Rush is about my age. I have witnessed direct racism in my life, and if Rush has any senstivity I know he has too. The idea that I, a white male - have been the victim of some sort of reverse discrimination is so ludicrous as to be laughable. So affirmative action or political correctness have entered into a decision that may have denied Rush or myself an opportunity. There are so many times, so many subtle events, so many opportunities we have had - simply because we are white and male that others were denied.
Rush could use to count his blessings a bit. There is abundance and sharing is a pleasure. It is a pleasure of mine that my children, now in their late teens have witnessed so much less direct racism and that we have made such progress. The day when racism is gone could be a reality - there could be a promised land out there.”
Rush could use to count his blessings a bit. There is abundance and sharing is a pleasure. It is a pleasure of mine that my children, now in their late teens have witnessed so much less direct racism and that we have made such progress. The day when racism is gone could be a reality - there could be a promised land out there.”
watamess replied on Oct 19, 2009 at 15:26:00
“Wow...you sound like the biggest pu.ss.y in the world.”
Ted Turner Wants "Less Fluffy News," "Less Talk, More News" On CNN
Commented Oct 16, 2009 at 06:39:22 in Media
“Ted is right. CNN seems astonished that they finish behind FOX in the ratings. But since CNN spun off the headline news channel. FOX actually runs more news and film than they do. For CNN it's all talk and opinion - all the time. On FOX, you and I may disklike their political slant, but you in between OReilly and his silly conservative ranters - you get good looking women and more news updates with more film. On CNN you get one dour, concerned, psuedo journalist after another boringly telling you what they think...”
Gov. Rick Perry: Cameron Todd Willingham "Was A Monster"
Commented Oct 16, 2009 at 06:35:55 in Politics
“Perry was elected on a platform of being a consistent successor to George W. and the two represent the most lethal governors of the last century in any state, Texas is now the capital punishment capital of the world. Bush went on to lead us into an unecessary war in Iraq which resulted in the unecessary deaths of ttens of thousands of Iraquis and thousands of Americans. It isn't just that he belives the deaths of others are a reasonable way to solve problems: the Iraq war and the death penalty don't solve anything. It's that Bush and Perry like the power of being able to control the deaths of others. "I'm the one who is strong enough to do what needs to be done (even if it doesn't need doing)" ... Chuck Norris nation...”
Glenn Beck Cries AGAIN On Air, Pining For A Simpler Time In America (VIDEO)
Commented Oct 16, 2009 at 06:20:52 in Media
“Before Reagan, conservatives were the pragmatists, Democrats the dreamers. Conservatives worried about money and security, Dems wanted to go to the moon and get everyone a vote and security in their elder years.
Today it is Republican party that is filled with dreamers - Sarah Palin waxing poetic (not so well) about Denali, Mark Sanford going on about her "beautiful soul". And while Obama tries to explain to a real fourth grader why some people hate him, Glenn Beck cries over a forty year old Madison Avenue fantasy of a fourth grader.
But the romantic dreams of the conservatives are not about what can be, but what was for some Americans. They believe that the idyllic time that many middle class white Americans enjoyed in the fifties and early sixties was the American dream... even though that brief period - fifty years ago was never proven sustainable and not shared by all. My full commentson this here:
http://www.facebook.com/home.php#/note.php?note_id=121440381273
But beware, becuase for these folks this dream is so important they are willing to give our capitalism and democracy away to corporate fedualistic fascism, give our rights away, bankrupt us, and make America belive it's greatest days are behind and not ahead. That we are diminished and incompetent.
Or maybe they think Beck and Palin are just good "cover"...”
Today it is Republican party that is filled with dreamers - Sarah Palin waxing poetic (not so well) about Denali, Mark Sanford going on about her "beautiful soul". And while Obama tries to explain to a real fourth grader why some people hate him, Glenn Beck cries over a forty year old Madison Avenue fantasy of a fourth grader.
But the romantic dreams of the conservatives are not about what can be, but what was for some Americans. They believe that the idyllic time that many middle class white Americans enjoyed in the fifties and early sixties was the American dream... even though that brief period - fifty years ago was never proven sustainable and not shared by all. My full commentson this here:
http://www.facebook.com/home.php#/note.php?note_id=121440381273
But beware, becuase for these folks this dream is so important they are willing to give our capitalism and democracy away to corporate fedualistic fascism, give our rights away, bankrupt us, and make America belive it's greatest days are behind and not ahead. That we are diminished and incompetent.
Or maybe they think Beck and Palin are just good "cover"...”
Joe Scarborough Shows Yet Again Why He Could Be President Someday
Commented Oct 03, 2009 at 16:43:26 in Politics
“I've voted dem for twenty years and I consider myself a liberal. That said. I see the same spirit of "Our teams is better than your pukey team" partisanship that fuels Rush Limbaugh and Sarah Palin all over the forum posts on Huffington Post. If we want reasoned government and civility in the public discussion, we need to look in the mirror too and point out hoohaa foolishness among our allies as well as our opponents. Pick any piece about Palin or Beck or Limbaugh in Huffington Post, look at the forum comments and you'll see the right has no corner on cattiness that approaches hate speech.”
Darsan54 replied on Oct 03, 2009 at 19:44:10
“We didn't bring guns to Presidential forums.”
Peleador replied on Oct 03, 2009 at 19:28:51
“If liberals would read the Constitution and understand it, then try to do things like health care at the state level because it's unconstitutional at the federal level, there would be a whole lot more peace in the world. Liberals insistence on doing things at the federal level and forcing everyone into it against the wording of the Constitution is why there's such ugliness.
For instance, California. We don't care how socialist California is. Let them go broke. Let them by $million hydrogen buses that cost 20 times per mile to run. We don't care. Just don't force the other 49 states to do it. Let Massachusetts experiment on healthcare. IF it works, others can adopt it. Don't force a gamble on all 50 states. There's no need! Otherwise, what is the point of a state government? We might as well just rid ourselves of it and save the money if it's a winner takes all system not intended by the founders.
If we agreed to fight the big battles at the state level, there'd be a lot more civility in government and a lot more unified American spirit. But Democrats want to win the whole deal, not just in their own states. You have to accept this is true.”
For instance, California. We don't care how socialist California is. Let them go broke. Let them by $million hydrogen buses that cost 20 times per mile to run. We don't care. Just don't force the other 49 states to do it. Let Massachusetts experiment on healthcare. IF it works, others can adopt it. Don't force a gamble on all 50 states. There's no need! Otherwise, what is the point of a state government? We might as well just rid ourselves of it and save the money if it's a winner takes all system not intended by the founders.
If we agreed to fight the big battles at the state level, there'd be a lot more civility in government and a lot more unified American spirit. But Democrats want to win the whole deal, not just in their own states. You have to accept this is true.”
tessleaf replied on Oct 03, 2009 at 18:18:44
“Well said, MBryant.
I admit, I have not only enjoyed reading catty comments by posters here and elsewhere, I have made such comments, myself. Standing up against hate speech can only be effectively accomplished if we avoid indulging in it ourselves.”
I admit, I have not only enjoyed reading catty comments by posters here and elsewhere, I have made such comments, myself. Standing up against hate speech can only be effectively accomplished if we avoid indulging in it ourselves.”
freethinkergirl replied on Oct 03, 2009 at 17:37:23
“I have to interject one observation though, whenever a normal discussion or debate ensues on issues there suddenly appears a Rightwing "sniper commenter" who more often than not interjects with very h@teful speech.
I have yet to see any of them be reasonable such as Joe appears to be, in a way that a discussion and normal discourse can actually continue. That of course !nc!tes people to counter react with disd@in, which I can wholly understand considering the ven0m0us comments by the Right. With that being said I have seen many liberals comment and ask for a more reasonable discourse, wanting to not stoop to this kind of behavior.
I also feel that currently the Righwing has really gone over the edge with h@tred, causing them to act like impetu0us children at best. I have been constantly b0mbarded by such h@teful email from people whom I used to count as friends, that I can no longer tolerate their disdainful behavior.
I went through 8 years of the Bush deb@cle, always keeping my mouth shut, knowing they were admirers of the administration, honoring their viewpoints and certainly wanting to keep the peace.
There is no possiblity of discourse with these (ex) friends, I'm not allowed to even question or discuss their n@sty accusations of our POTUS. They are really the reason I run further and further from any "conservative" thoughts. They have yet to afford me the same honor of decorum ththey received from me.”
I have yet to see any of them be reasonable such as Joe appears to be, in a way that a discussion and normal discourse can actually continue. That of course !nc!tes people to counter react with disd@in, which I can wholly understand considering the ven0m0us comments by the Right. With that being said I have seen many liberals comment and ask for a more reasonable discourse, wanting to not stoop to this kind of behavior.
I also feel that currently the Righwing has really gone over the edge with h@tred, causing them to act like impetu0us children at best. I have been constantly b0mbarded by such h@teful email from people whom I used to count as friends, that I can no longer tolerate their disdainful behavior.
I went through 8 years of the Bush deb@cle, always keeping my mouth shut, knowing they were admirers of the administration, honoring their viewpoints and certainly wanting to keep the peace.
There is no possiblity of discourse with these (ex) friends, I'm not allowed to even question or discuss their n@sty accusations of our POTUS. They are really the reason I run further and further from any "conservative" thoughts. They have yet to afford me the same honor of decorum ththey received from me.”
Crimes and Misdemeanors
Commented Oct 03, 2009 at 16:26:51 in Politics
“Fame is a two edged thing it seems.
Letterman's goal is that by addressing this on the national TV on his show - anything else from here on out on this story is old news/back page stuff - the front page story is over. This story for him should die now. And that's what he wants. On the other hand, John Edwards who doesn't seem to know how to handle media has spawned an industry watching him. And Sarah Palin and her male alter ego Levi Johnston are soaking every bit of their 15 months->15 years of fame that they can.
I agree in a way Letterman's affairs are none of my business - actionable as harassment perhaps, but none of my business - but I don't have him in my bedroom as part of my life every day as hundreds of thousands or millions do. They may feel that his character and personality aren't irrelevant, that they trust him because of who he is and if he betrays trust he betrays theirs.
He wins with celebrity - he gets hurt by it - it's the rules... Celebrity it not a job - it is a way of life in America and no one should know this better than Ms. Curtis - baroness, pitchwoman, actress, model, psuedo author, etc....”
Letterman's goal is that by addressing this on the national TV on his show - anything else from here on out on this story is old news/back page stuff - the front page story is over. This story for him should die now. And that's what he wants. On the other hand, John Edwards who doesn't seem to know how to handle media has spawned an industry watching him. And Sarah Palin and her male alter ego Levi Johnston are soaking every bit of their 15 months->15 years of fame that they can.
I agree in a way Letterman's affairs are none of my business - actionable as harassment perhaps, but none of my business - but I don't have him in my bedroom as part of my life every day as hundreds of thousands or millions do. They may feel that his character and personality aren't irrelevant, that they trust him because of who he is and if he betrays trust he betrays theirs.
He wins with celebrity - he gets hurt by it - it's the rules... Celebrity it not a job - it is a way of life in America and no one should know this better than Ms. Curtis - baroness, pitchwoman, actress, model, psuedo author, etc....”
Todd Palin Resigns From Oil Job
Commented Oct 03, 2009 at 15:16:20 in Politics
“These guys are obviously leaving Alaska. Whether Sarah Palin's fame is 15 months or 15 years, it is very hard to fully exploit it living so far from media centers. She's had to cancel speaking engagements before and you know she is planning a barrage of appearances in the next several months to build book sales. If she's on the road peddling books until Christmas - Todd will be home now with the kids. Or they may just move now so she can be home more... in either case they are based in New York, Washington, L.A. or some very nearby rural location (Pennslyvania?) early in 2010.”
CR46 replied on Oct 03, 2009 at 15:48:33
“Here's a funny thught...I wonder if their new land in Montana is close to David Lettermans?? Dave could have them over for dinner!”
MissingHands2 replied on Oct 03, 2009 at 15:33:22
“Agreed! Todd will return once a year to abuse his Native Alaskan subsistence salmon permit-- the Palins will never quit r.aping Alaska as long as a dollar can be made.”
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