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White House Chanukah Blues
Commented Dec 03, 2009 at 14:16:46 in Politics
“Thank you, Ira! Very well said.
Meanwhile, back on the Style page, some are expressing outrage because the White House entrance is decked with "Happy Holidays," not Merry Christmas. Seems he's ticking all sides off a bit; must mean he's doing something right.”
Meanwhile, back on the Style page, some are expressing outrage because the White House entrance is decked with "Happy Holidays," not Merry Christmas. Seems he's ticking all sides off a bit; must mean he's doing something right.”
Palin's Latest Rogue Gaffe
Commented Nov 30, 2009 at 17:04:26 in Books
“Do tell, just when does SP intend to (for the first time) sit down with some serious journalists for an in-depth, thorough examination of her thoughts on governing, her grasp of the issues, her beliefs, her policy positions? Thus far all we've been treated to, starting with her VP run, are juvenille missives spewed from behind her FB page and a buffet table worth of silly slogans.”
MJHammonds replied on Nov 30, 2009 at 17:12:30
“That's all her followers really want. I don't think any of them are interested in hearing intelligent discussion of her policy positions, beliefs or issues except for talking points.
And can we a get a large fries to go with those soundbites as well?”
And can we a get a large fries to go with those soundbites as well?”
Palin's Latest Rogue Gaffe
Commented Nov 30, 2009 at 16:53:28 in Books
“"Constructive journalism," as in having the know nothing phony from AK actually sitting down with some serious journalists for an interview...not Oprah, not Glen Beck, not the CBN, but perhaps some newspapers' editorial boards, going on Meet the Press for the full hour, for an in-depth examination as to her beliefs and policy positions; enough with the slogans and broad generalizations e.g. "I'm for small government, you betcha!" And her shooting off missives (ghost written) from behind her silly Facebook page, hawking her silly, error filled book of juvenile smears. The woman refuses to be subjected to any serious examination of herself, of her beliefs, of her knowledge of the issues.”
lordmi replied on Nov 30, 2009 at 17:32:29
“do You think it will make a difference?
Who is an Idiot on onday dressed in red still be Idiot on Friday dressed in black.”
Who is an Idiot on onday dressed in red still be Idiot on Friday dressed in black.”
Palin's Latest Rogue Gaffe
Commented Nov 30, 2009 at 13:49:58 in Books
“What I'd like to know is if anyone has pointed this out to her yet.”
linux replied on Nov 30, 2009 at 16:56:19
“Who would want to?”
Palin's Latest Rogue Gaffe
Commented Nov 30, 2009 at 13:48:24 in Books
“You're right; Bush and Palin...the world IS laughing.”
Do Children Need Kid's Food?
Commented Nov 28, 2009 at 07:14:39 in Living
“(cont'd)
I cringe when I see what my friends feed their kids, assuming they won't eat this or that; how limited the diets of so many of my adult friends (along with their children) are, how picky they are, simply because they were never exposed to certain foods in childhood. It's a chore planning a menu for a dinner party with friends; I always call first, to check what's on their "I won't eat" lists, which oft times inculdes such unlikely suspects as mushrooms, fruit of any kind, even mayonaise . But the shocker of all time came was when my friend informed me, prior to a get-together, that neither her husband, nor 2 of her 3 sons, (teenagers) would eat potatoes in any way, shape or form...not even mashed or french fried!”
I cringe when I see what my friends feed their kids, assuming they won't eat this or that; how limited the diets of so many of my adult friends (along with their children) are, how picky they are, simply because they were never exposed to certain foods in childhood. It's a chore planning a menu for a dinner party with friends; I always call first, to check what's on their "I won't eat" lists, which oft times inculdes such unlikely suspects as mushrooms, fruit of any kind, even mayonaise . But the shocker of all time came was when my friend informed me, prior to a get-together, that neither her husband, nor 2 of her 3 sons, (teenagers) would eat potatoes in any way, shape or form...not even mashed or french fried!”
TakeSake replied on Nov 28, 2009 at 23:33:23
“My kids like natto, are easing into kim-chee, and like nori as a snack.”
Do Children Need Kid's Food?
Commented Nov 28, 2009 at 07:13:38 in Living
“My parents emigrated to the United States from Norway and Sweden in their late 20's, early 30's and so their food preferences, eating habits, differed greatly from the average American. And my father worked his entire life at a very famous restaurant in NYC, so good, fresh food was a must in our house. As children growing up, my brother and I were fed what the grown ups ate, always, which included lots of fresh fish, shellfish, all sorts of vegetables and fruits; herbs, spices were used in abundance; nothing was bland. Their shopping habits as well were also decidedly European, i.e. daily, or every other day trips to the store for for what was fresh, and in summer, my father would plant a veggie garden, providing us freshly picked produce all season. We never ate/kept frozen products in the freezer, except for ice cream. I don't recall eating any of the foods kids are expected to eat nowadays, e.g. fish sticks, mac and cheese, sugary cereals, not even PB&jelly! And fast food, even "take out" were forbidden! lol But we enjoyed our fair share of junk food too, but that came in the form of freshly baked goodies, courtesy of my mother.
It was at age 14, when I met my Japanese husband to be, that I was first exposed to a host of delicious foods from his part of the world...Japanese, Chinese, Thai, Indian etc. and to date, Japanese food remains my favorite.”
It was at age 14, when I met my Japanese husband to be, that I was first exposed to a host of delicious foods from his part of the world...Japanese, Chinese, Thai, Indian etc. and to date, Japanese food remains my favorite.”
itssafetosay replied on Nov 28, 2009 at 12:37:48
“Same here. While my mom worked full-time as a teacher and wasn't the most imaginative cook, she still made home cooked meals. We never had a canned vegetable, nor were we allowed sodas, except ginger ale on a holiday. . My mother made the same dinner for all of us, and never "fussed" over food. Not one of 4 children seems to have any strange food preferences. I also think it was important that we went out to dinner to very nice restaurants several times a year. This exposed us to a great variety of foods, prepared in different ways.
So, now, most of my siblings and I love food, cooking, and demand fresh and varied ingredients. Although I eat very little animal products for personal reasons, there is really no food that I will not eat or do not like.
On the other hand, my sister started fussing over food with her 2 younger children (the oldest she left alone and he eats anything). She makes what she thinks the kids will eat, which for some reason always includes pasta with a little butter. The result is that the children won't try anything. I was amazed to go out for pizza with them and her 11 year old boy would only eat pasta with a little butter; not a bite of salad or pizza. I was shocked. One of the dangers in doing this with your kid's food choices is a possible eating disorder.”
So, now, most of my siblings and I love food, cooking, and demand fresh and varied ingredients. Although I eat very little animal products for personal reasons, there is really no food that I will not eat or do not like.
On the other hand, my sister started fussing over food with her 2 younger children (the oldest she left alone and he eats anything). She makes what she thinks the kids will eat, which for some reason always includes pasta with a little butter. The result is that the children won't try anything. I was amazed to go out for pizza with them and her 11 year old boy would only eat pasta with a little butter; not a bite of salad or pizza. I was shocked. One of the dangers in doing this with your kid's food choices is a possible eating disorder.”
Giving Thanks for Pals -- and Palin
Commented Nov 27, 2009 at 15:44:43 in Living
“At least Sorenson, and JFK, were writing of substance. Palin (the journalist and self described "writer at my core," as she claimed on Oprah) required a ghost writer to pen a petty, "tell all" book; to throw her "operatives" under the "Palinpalooza" book tour bus. And oh, Obama writes his own books...6 of them to date; printed in 8 languages, to be found in thousands of libraries, worldwide; Audacity, 109 editions to date.”
Ten Films For The Coming Weeks
Commented Nov 27, 2009 at 10:29:43 in Entertainment
“Might you then consider the 1937 Barbara Stanwyck classic tearjerker, Stella Dallas? The final scene, the daughter's wedding day celebration; Stella, standing outside in the rain, unobserved, gazing through a window at the festive celebration taking place inside.
I would also recommend another Stanwyck classic, Christmas in Connecticut; a classic screwball comedy with a party/Chirstmas theme. Sydney Greenstreet at his best as the publisher turned holiday chef!
And another, a must watch each Christmas at our house, "The Ref," with cat burglar Denis Leary holding perennially miserable, married couple Kevin Spacey and Judy Davis, hostage in their home upscale CT home on Christmas Eve. "The Christmas in Scandinavia" themed dinner party scene; Judy Davis and guests aglow in their candled head wreaths, she dishing up plates of gelatinous lutefisk, never fails to make this Norwegian/Swede laugh 'til she cries. One of the funniest movie scenes ever!
A bit OT, but here is a fun piece by Jen Chaney, the Movies editor for the Washington Post, discussing her list(s) of "unconventional" holiday movies over the years! A few of yours are on hers (Thin Man for one) as well as The Ref!
http://www.washingtonpost.com/wp-srv/artsandliving/movies/features/bonus-points/121807.html”
I would also recommend another Stanwyck classic, Christmas in Connecticut; a classic screwball comedy with a party/Chirstmas theme. Sydney Greenstreet at his best as the publisher turned holiday chef!
And another, a must watch each Christmas at our house, "The Ref," with cat burglar Denis Leary holding perennially miserable, married couple Kevin Spacey and Judy Davis, hostage in their home upscale CT home on Christmas Eve. "The Christmas in Scandinavia" themed dinner party scene; Judy Davis and guests aglow in their candled head wreaths, she dishing up plates of gelatinous lutefisk, never fails to make this Norwegian/Swede laugh 'til she cries. One of the funniest movie scenes ever!
A bit OT, but here is a fun piece by Jen Chaney, the Movies editor for the Washington Post, discussing her list(s) of "unconventional" holiday movies over the years! A few of yours are on hers (Thin Man for one) as well as The Ref!
http://www.washingtonpost.com/wp-srv/artsandliving/movies/features/bonus-points/121807.html”
John Farr replied on Nov 27, 2009 at 11:44:37
“that stella ending is a classic screen moment....”
Arianna Discusses Obama's Afghanistan Decision On Charlie Rose (VIDEO)
Commented Nov 26, 2009 at 07:22:06 in Media
“Precisely. And anyone who supported him, followed him during the campaign, in earnest, knows what his position regarding Afghansitan was, and that did not include immediate withdrawl; to the contrary.”
India Comes To The White House, All At Once
Commented Nov 25, 2009 at 21:50:51 in World
“I so enjoyed listening to your commentary on cable last night and today, recounting your experience at the joyful event; the mood, the food; snippets of unexpected conversation and serendipity They brought back the joy and peace and sense of communion I felt so strongly just a year ago, and refreshed my spirit and renewed my hope for a better world. This piece however, brought tears to my eyes. Thank you, sir.”
Reading the Pictures: When is Piper Next Going to Have a Normal Halloween?
Commented Nov 20, 2009 at 16:20:05 in Politics
“I do. They act alike, walk alike talk alike, sound alike. Antia was scary, but at least she had half a brain, an education, and came across with a bit of class ( and by that I mean manners). SP is just...scary..”
Reading the Pictures: When is Piper Next Going to Have a Normal Halloween?
Commented Nov 20, 2009 at 16:17:17 in Politics
“Apparently Palin wants us to mind her buisness, and her childrens' business as well. It was she who took along the filiming crew of the Oprah show to document the festivities, to be aired on national television. There ya go.”
VIDEO: Scuffle Ensues when Neo-Nazis Unfurl Hitler Flag at Tea Party Rally
Commented Nov 16, 2009 at 08:49:38 in Politics
“What goes around, comes around...and as my father used to say, will eventually, bite you in the but*!”
VIDEO: Scuffle Ensues when Neo-Nazis Unfurl Hitler Flag at Tea Party Rally
Commented Nov 16, 2009 at 08:47:56 in Politics
“Excellent point! Fanned for that!”
The First Ten Lies from Going Rogue
Commented Nov 14, 2009 at 07:49:16 in Books
“Why not try and make a valid point instead of just being silly and spewing tired, old wing n uht talking points? Hmmm? Toward the end of the campaign, while addressing a rally one night, exhausted, he stopped himself before mistakenly saying he had thus far visited all 50 states (it was at that time 47) and "57" came out. Huge difference between simply mangling your words and crossing your synapses, and not knowing how many states there are in the union. Please, you can do better. Even I don't fault one of your bag* grr buddies for coming out with that "U.S.S. Constitution" blunder on national television. (We all know our founding document is not a battleship, don't we now?)”
Bart Stupak, Leave My Daughter Alone
Commented Nov 13, 2009 at 17:12:43 in Politics
“Yes, let's report accurately, shall we??? It doesn't matter if you're given a government subsidy OR you pay for your policy, in full, on your own dime, without one cent of TAXPAYER money; you will not be able to access full reproductive rights via any insurance company/plan offered on the exchange, period!
Many people get their insurance via their employer, many employers will be purchasing via the exchange for a better rate, along with individuals. Unfortunately, a "paying" woman will have to go outside of the exchange to purchase a rider for this LEGAL service. Get the difference? See, the Hyde amendment all along took care of your concerns, and was incorporated into the original bill: No taxpayer dollars to go toward the funding of abortion! Since you are in fact saying that this amendment is nothing more than what is required in Hyde, why did you and yours feel the need to add it?
What next? Any clinic, hospital, receiving "federal funds" in any way, shape or form will now be precluded from performing this LEGAL service? You're not kidding anyone; your intent is to slowly but surely chip away and make it, with time, for all intents and purposes, unobtainable to a vast majority of women. BTW, why should my taxpayer dollar go to pay for your vaz ek tomy, your Viagra??? Cheap enough; pay for it with your own dime, not mine.”
Many people get their insurance via their employer, many employers will be purchasing via the exchange for a better rate, along with individuals. Unfortunately, a "paying" woman will have to go outside of the exchange to purchase a rider for this LEGAL service. Get the difference? See, the Hyde amendment all along took care of your concerns, and was incorporated into the original bill: No taxpayer dollars to go toward the funding of abortion! Since you are in fact saying that this amendment is nothing more than what is required in Hyde, why did you and yours feel the need to add it?
What next? Any clinic, hospital, receiving "federal funds" in any way, shape or form will now be precluded from performing this LEGAL service? You're not kidding anyone; your intent is to slowly but surely chip away and make it, with time, for all intents and purposes, unobtainable to a vast majority of women. BTW, why should my taxpayer dollar go to pay for your vaz ek tomy, your Viagra??? Cheap enough; pay for it with your own dime, not mine.”
hopej2 replied on Nov 16, 2009 at 23:56:13
“Because a vasectomy or Viagra doesn't end a life, it doesn't stop a beating heart, or destroy human life - one complete with unique DNA, hands, fingers - and yes even a penis or a uterus. . That's why... Leave my (grand) Daugher Alone -the one's yet to be born..”
DinkSinger replied on Nov 13, 2009 at 23:54:25
“"Unfortunately, a "paying" woman will have to go outside of the exchange to purchase a rider for this LEGAL service." This is not an accurate statement. The Stupak amendment allows plans that include abortion coverage to be sold through the exchange as long as "any nonfederal QHBP offering entity that offers an Exchange-participating health benefits plan that includes coverage for abortions for which funding is prohibited under this section also offers an Exchange-participating health benefits plan that is identical in every respect except that it does not cover abortions for which funding is prohibited under this section."
Individuals who receive affordability credits will not be allowed to purchase plans that cover abortion and will have to purchase separate supplemental coverage for abortion. There is nothing in the amendment that prevents the supplemental coverage from being offered through the exchange. Individuals who enroll in exchange participating plans as employees are not eligible for affordability credits and will be able to select plans that cover abortion.
I personally oppose both the Stupak amendment and the Hyde amendment because they unfairly single-out the poorer members of our society who receive direct assistance through government programs like Medicare, Medicaid and the proposed affordability credits while allowing wealthier people to obtain government subsidies for abortion through tax preferences.”
Individuals who receive affordability credits will not be allowed to purchase plans that cover abortion and will have to purchase separate supplemental coverage for abortion. There is nothing in the amendment that prevents the supplemental coverage from being offered through the exchange. Individuals who enroll in exchange participating plans as employees are not eligible for affordability credits and will be able to select plans that cover abortion.
I personally oppose both the Stupak amendment and the Hyde amendment because they unfairly single-out the poorer members of our society who receive direct assistance through government programs like Medicare, Medicaid and the proposed affordability credits while allowing wealthier people to obtain government subsidies for abortion through tax preferences.”
Civilian Trials for Terrorists Highlight Differences Between Presidents
Commented Nov 13, 2009 at 12:18:35 in Politics
“Already running with the MSM's meme? I'm guessing you didn't listen to the press conference. He specifically shot that notion down. And there will be cases tried before a military commission; the appropriate ones; he mentioned 5 cases already slated for that venue.”
Sub Libertate Quietum replied on Nov 13, 2009 at 13:17:05
“"And there will be cases tried before a military commission; the appropriate ones.."
".. but that one over there needs to go to a military commission because we're less sure -- highlights how manipulative this "justice system" is."”
".. but that one over there needs to go to a military commission because we're less sure -- highlights how manipulative this "justice system" is."”
Civilian Trials for Terrorists Highlight Differences Between Presidents
Commented Nov 13, 2009 at 12:14:38 in Politics
“and airwaves...! ;)”
Civilian Trials for Terrorists Highlight Differences Between Presidents
Commented Nov 13, 2009 at 11:51:26 in Politics
“True strength and bravery, indeed. And as a native born New Yorker, and someone who lost a family memeber on 9/11, (WTC, North Tower) I couldn't be more pleased with this decision!
Thank you Mr. Levin for your excellent piece. Your erudition is much appreciated as the less informed chattering heads, the pundits and strategists, take to the airways to "weigh in."”
Thank you Mr. Levin for your excellent piece. Your erudition is much appreciated as the less informed chattering heads, the pundits and strategists, take to the airways to "weigh in."”
jingles32 replied on Nov 13, 2009 at 12:14:38
“and airwaves...! ;)”
SiberianRat replied on Nov 13, 2009 at 12:11:09
“Good for you! I'm appalled at the people who think that we should stoop to the level of the terrorists whose goal was to ruin our way of life. If the American ideals of justice prevail, then it is a true victory in the memory of the fallen.”
Hideki Matsui: An Ageless Talent
Commented Nov 11, 2009 at 19:13:48 in Sports
“A class act and a true professional! I'm so happy that at last he was rewarded with a WS ring; a true Yankee, all the way, in the best sense! Fingers crossed for his return next year!”
Make No Mistake, Tuesday's GOP Surge Was About Obama
Commented Nov 04, 2009 at 16:48:11 in Politics
“Using your logic, Virignians electing a Dem. governor immediately following 9/11, when Bush was at the height of his popularity, was a personal rebuke of him as well. VA in known for voting in a governor of the opposing party following the national/presidential election. Dems won the two important elections, the NY congressional seat and the congressional seat in CA. Now those were true indicators of the voters' support for Obama's national agenda.
I live in NJ and Corzine was voted out because the voters rejected HIM and HIS failure to come through on his promises; he was highly unpopular long before Obama was elected. And being the former head of Goldman Sachs, at this time of intense voter displeasure with Wall Street, the banks and big business, didn't help either.
It's the Republican party that should be worried; worried about the revolt within their own party. Their loss in the NY-23 congressional election (hasn't gone Dem. for over 100 years) is a clear indication that voters rejected the far right conservative agenda of Palin, Beck, et al, (Gingrich warned them) and if the Repubs continue to cave in to the extremeists, it will be they who will in big trouble in 2010. As of today, the RNC has indicated they will not be intervening in future primaries, givng the fringe within their party the green light. They do so at their peril.”
I live in NJ and Corzine was voted out because the voters rejected HIM and HIS failure to come through on his promises; he was highly unpopular long before Obama was elected. And being the former head of Goldman Sachs, at this time of intense voter displeasure with Wall Street, the banks and big business, didn't help either.
It's the Republican party that should be worried; worried about the revolt within their own party. Their loss in the NY-23 congressional election (hasn't gone Dem. for over 100 years) is a clear indication that voters rejected the far right conservative agenda of Palin, Beck, et al, (Gingrich warned them) and if the Repubs continue to cave in to the extremeists, it will be they who will in big trouble in 2010. As of today, the RNC has indicated they will not be intervening in future primaries, givng the fringe within their party the green light. They do so at their peril.”
Budokan replied on Nov 04, 2009 at 19:35:37
“This essay obviously wasn't written with "logic" in mind....”
How Philadelphia Got Its Groove Back -- And Why N.Y. Is Jealous
Commented Nov 02, 2009 at 11:49:42 in Entertainment
“Proud of your crowd for hurling coins at Melky and Damon? Proud of your crowd for chanting, "have a taco, Melky?" (They do realize don't they, that tacos are not a main staple of Dominicans/that Melky is not Mexican?) Proud of your crowd for chanting ad nauseum...Yankees, Jeter, CC, (fill in the blank) "su hks?" Proud of that "young lady" sitting behind home plate last night, giving the single digit to Posada, telling him to "Shut up!" when he was calling out the ump on the strike zone? Well, your city is a fine city, you have a lot to be proud of, (never realized you suffered from such an inferiority complex, or why you should) but your crowd has not done your city proud.”
Eris23 replied on Nov 02, 2009 at 12:23:55
“How log have you been in New York, Jingles, and where exactly do you live?”
LBaby replied on Nov 02, 2009 at 12:10:02
“Amen! Nothing made me happier during last night's game than listening to the Philly crowd after the Damon - ARod beyotch slaps - silence...it was golden.
You stay klassy, Philadelphia....”
You stay klassy, Philadelphia....”
MichaelinPhilly replied on Nov 02, 2009 at 12:03:24
“Please. Posada spent half the game complaining.”
How Philadelphia Got Its Groove Back -- And Why N.Y. Is Jealous
Commented Nov 02, 2009 at 00:34:48 in Entertainment
“Jealous? Tonight, not so much. ("Figured out" Mo yet, Mr. Manuel??? Seems not.) Kudos to the best team, the best closer, in the best city in the world!!!
GO YANKEES, and the greatest fan base, in the greatest city in the world!!!”
GO YANKEES, and the greatest fan base, in the greatest city in the world!!!”
How Philadelphia Got Its Groove Back -- And Why N.Y. Is Jealous
Commented Nov 01, 2009 at 01:06:12 in Entertainment
“You're a baseball fan? Red Sox=RS”
hp blogger Joe The Nerd Ferraro replied on Nov 01, 2009 at 09:09:08
“national league only - i only recognize the game where the pitchers have to bat... the dh makes it too much like football with their specialists.”
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