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The Future of Music
Commented Oct 29, 2009 at 17:39:57 in Entertainment
“And I'l third it.”
MysterZee replied on Oct 31, 2009 at 05:10:54
“It puzzles me why Gail and the Zappa Family Trust continue sending legally-threatening cease and desist letters to musicians who - really - are absolutely truly qualified, passionate and capable of doing Frank's music justic. Project Object is just one example of many. The only band who is allowed to perform Frank's music regularily is, you guessed it, Dweezil and "Zappa Plays Zappa." Preferential treatment? Sure looks that way.
For those interested, here is an example one of the ZFT cease and desist letters:
http://www.uglyradiorebellion.com/GZletter.html
Threats of suing the bar, Gail? And suing the people who attend the bar to hear Frank's music performed? C'mon. Quality control is one thing. Telling people who've studied and love Frank's music that they cannot perform Frank's music is just, well, fascist.
http://www.uglyradiorebellion.com/GZletter.html”
For those interested, here is an example one of the ZFT cease and desist letters:
http://www.uglyradiorebellion.com/GZletter.html
Threats of suing the bar, Gail? And suing the people who attend the bar to hear Frank's music performed? C'mon. Quality control is one thing. Telling people who've studied and love Frank's music that they cannot perform Frank's music is just, well, fascist.
http://www.uglyradiorebellion.com/GZletter.html”
Tomhere replied on Oct 30, 2009 at 06:43:03
“Well, I saw them PLAY with Frank, and having made it to several Project Object shows, I have MET them and talked to them. One that I failed to mention before is Napolean Murphy Brock. Someone mentioned FREAKOUT; I first heard it in 1967, so I go back a few years! LOL.......”
Obama is Not God: the Projection Principle
Commented Oct 10, 2009 at 13:22:50 in Politics
“Well, on the failure front (as it were), I'd say that it'll be a very long time until someone bests Dubya in that catagory.
I don't see Obama "Wanting to be the saviour of the world". I do, however, see a president with his work cut out for him, both here at home, and, on the international stage as well.
The international community has already responded to his efforts to reverse the disastrous policies of the previous administration.
He will succeed here, as well, with or without the GOP.
There is no one making greater fools of themselves than the GOP, whining, screaming, and complaining as usual, rather than bringing anything constructive to today's political stage.
Are the likes of Palin, Limbaugh, and Steele the best you have? Apparently so. Drink deeply of that minority status font...you'll have a long time to get used to the taste.”
I don't see Obama "Wanting to be the saviour of the world". I do, however, see a president with his work cut out for him, both here at home, and, on the international stage as well.
The international community has already responded to his efforts to reverse the disastrous policies of the previous administration.
He will succeed here, as well, with or without the GOP.
There is no one making greater fools of themselves than the GOP, whining, screaming, and complaining as usual, rather than bringing anything constructive to today's political stage.
Are the likes of Palin, Limbaugh, and Steele the best you have? Apparently so. Drink deeply of that minority status font...you'll have a long time to get used to the taste.”
The Anti-Bush Nobel Peace Prize
Commented Oct 09, 2009 at 22:38:57 in Politics
“And you're not much on critical analysis.”
mmonarch replied on Oct 09, 2009 at 22:55:25
“Not on this one. It doesn't require any critical analysis.”
It's the Unemployment, Stupid
Commented Oct 05, 2009 at 13:26:18 in Politics
“Um, maybe you can't comprehend that txrunner is not a liberal/dem???
Read the post (and his/her others) and get a clue...”
Read the post (and his/her others) and get a clue...”
ez14livin replied on Oct 05, 2009 at 14:38:36
“more proof that rethugs have no concept of humanity:
whether txrunner is a lib (doubtful) being sarcastic or expressing his truly selfish rethug viewpoint (i got mine, screw the rest of you), alex inability to recognize either interpretation, but just assume that a lib wrote the comment underscores the chasm in any meaningful dialogue and that rethugs only understand dollars, but have no sense”
whether txrunner is a lib (doubtful) being sarcastic or expressing his truly selfish rethug viewpoint (i got mine, screw the rest of you), alex inability to recognize either interpretation, but just assume that a lib wrote the comment underscores the chasm in any meaningful dialogue and that rethugs only understand dollars, but have no sense”
Foiled eBay Bidder Challenges Palin to $100,000 'On the Record' Dinner for Veterans' Charities
Commented Sep 22, 2009 at 13:52:57 in Politics
“Oh, I'm sure it'll shoot up to the top of the best sellers lists, just like the screeds by Coulter, Limbaugh, Hannity, Levin, and the other screamers do.
You know, those bulk purchase giveaways for Regnery press addicts and other assorted oddballs always make it seem like everyone and their brother has a copy...”
You know, those bulk purchase giveaways for Regnery press addicts and other assorted oddballs always make it seem like everyone and their brother has a copy...”
As Movement Demanding CNN Dump Him Grows, Dobbs Plays Victim
Commented Sep 22, 2009 at 13:45:23 in Media
“It seems that the area where we disagree is that I see Dobbs appealing to the racists as well as the non-racists (which imo, is dangerous), while you see people with my viewpoint wanting to shut down the conversation altogether. To me, I feel that we are just trying to direct it away from what we feel is racist rhetoric, into more grounded and practical territory. Dobbs trying to have it both ways (grudgingly admitting that he probably thinks that Obama is a citizen, while playing nudge-nudge, wink-wink with the Orly Taitz's of the world) doesn't help his credibility either. I don't want to stop the conversation about immigration, I just think that Dobbs needs to do less scapegoating, and if he continues to sacpegoat, he shouldn't be surprised that people are angered and want him to be held accountable by a news organization that touts itself as being the best out there.
Anyway, sincere thanks for the reply and the thoughtful discussion.”
Anyway, sincere thanks for the reply and the thoughtful discussion.”
Foiled eBay Bidder Challenges Palin to $100,000 'On the Record' Dinner for Veterans' Charities
Commented Sep 22, 2009 at 11:54:26 in Politics
“How about Sarah giving some money from her upcoming book as well, rather than auctioning off a dinner with her? That would show a different side of her than we have come to expect.”
LiberalLee replied on Sep 22, 2009 at 12:08:21
“You're expecting sales on some ghost-written monologue to amount to something?
I wouldn't.
How far can you stretch, " I did this, then I quit, then I did that, and quit, had some kids, and quit. Did some other stuff, got laughed at , and quit. And now I want people to give me money for not doing anything at all, so I can quit doing not much of anything at all."
Sad little woman...”
I wouldn't.
How far can you stretch, " I did this, then I quit, then I did that, and quit, had some kids, and quit. Did some other stuff, got laughed at , and quit. And now I want people to give me money for not doing anything at all, so I can quit doing not much of anything at all."
Sad little woman...”
As Movement Demanding CNN Dump Him Grows, Dobbs Plays Victim
Commented Sep 22, 2009 at 10:56:55 in Media
“NOWHERE did I say that there isn't a distinction between legal and illegal immigration. Nowhere.
If anything, you are the one obfuscating and misrepresenting the issue. People like you and Dobbs are the ones lumping both legals and illegals together to make immigration, both legal and illegal, seem like an anti-white plague.
Newsflash: I also feel that immigration laws should be enforced.
And for you to accuse me of "anti-intellectual crap" is rich indeed. You didn't bother to address even one point that I made, mischaracterized my entire post, and displayed the very definition of anti-intellectualism by failing to address the topic at hand and instead chose to make up a statement out of whole cloth.
And what does "immigration affect Hispanics disproportionately" even mean? That makes no sense at all. Are you trying, in your own inarticulate, anti-intellectual way to say that today the majority of immigrants are Hispanic? That would make more sense.”
If anything, you are the one obfuscating and misrepresenting the issue. People like you and Dobbs are the ones lumping both legals and illegals together to make immigration, both legal and illegal, seem like an anti-white plague.
Newsflash: I also feel that immigration laws should be enforced.
And for you to accuse me of "anti-intellectual crap" is rich indeed. You didn't bother to address even one point that I made, mischaracterized my entire post, and displayed the very definition of anti-intellectualism by failing to address the topic at hand and instead chose to make up a statement out of whole cloth.
And what does "immigration affect Hispanics disproportionately" even mean? That makes no sense at all. Are you trying, in your own inarticulate, anti-intellectual way to say that today the majority of immigrants are Hispanic? That would make more sense.”
smacc1 replied on Sep 22, 2009 at 13:03:39
“Does Dobbs appeal to racists? Maybe, but to assume that's his intention leaves out the fact that taking on an issue like this and taking a stand, even if principled (law), will attract a few bigots. It's unfortunate but true. The media, especially during the elections, focused on the lunatic views and ascribed those views to the greater conservative movement, including Republican candidates who, among the front runners, were speaking to the issue if illegal immigration only. Nevertheless, they were portrayed as fomenting anti-immigrant sentiment. So I agree, controversial issues attract unsavory characters. But does the conversation stop? Dobbs' critics want to stop the conversation, period, and if accusing him of being a racist achieves that goal, fine with them.
Iimmigration laws affecting Hispanics disproportionately means that, in the realm of illegal immigration (could have been clearer, granted), the majority of illegal immigrants are Hispanic. This is just a fact, not a slam. But open-borders advocates use it as a basis for claiming Dobbs is simply a racist beneath his rhetoric about this being a nation of laws. If I say “Immigration laws should be enforced,” the La Raza logic goes that my view is racist because it impacts Hispanics. You are not a racist, and neither and I, just because we believe that immigration laws should be enforced. Has this tactic been used against Lou Dobbs? Absolutely yes. Has Dobbs been tactless at times? Absolutely yes.”
Iimmigration laws affecting Hispanics disproportionately means that, in the realm of illegal immigration (could have been clearer, granted), the majority of illegal immigrants are Hispanic. This is just a fact, not a slam. But open-borders advocates use it as a basis for claiming Dobbs is simply a racist beneath his rhetoric about this being a nation of laws. If I say “Immigration laws should be enforced,” the La Raza logic goes that my view is racist because it impacts Hispanics. You are not a racist, and neither and I, just because we believe that immigration laws should be enforced. Has this tactic been used against Lou Dobbs? Absolutely yes. Has Dobbs been tactless at times? Absolutely yes.”
As Movement Demanding CNN Dump Him Grows, Dobbs Plays Victim
Commented Sep 21, 2009 at 16:45:31 in Media
“Dobbs isn't THE problem. It's his mindset, which goes way beyond his stance on immigration, both legal and illegal. It's his faux championing of "the everyday joe" and his embrace of the policies, pols, and institutions that causes the very situations he purports to decry. He fails to relaize that there really is no "average Joe" anymore. And before you react, rest assured...it isn't Joe The Plumber. The "average Joe" has been replaced by (horror of horrors to you) the true melting pot of America. People of every background now comprise the working class in this country. The image of Joe Lunchbucket isn't the 1950s caricature anymore. It's white, African-American, Latino, Asian, etc. It's not an attitude, or a Buick commerical, it's EVERYONE in a certain economic strata,
It's his pandering to people's basest instincts...fear-mongering, distortions, appealing to racists.
His stance on Obama's birth certificate being a prime example. I'm sure that he knows better...but it helps ratings and solidifies his cred with the crazies to continue to float the issue.
And you are a fine example of the same mentality. You know that what you are saying is, well, rubbish. But you act like not actually wearing a hood or not carrying around an Aryan Nations membership card is "proof" that you aren't being racist. Fomenting is something that the GOP still does very well. These days, it's perhaps the only thing. And that is the arena where Dobbs has chosen to operate.”
It's his pandering to people's basest instincts...fear-mongering, distortions, appealing to racists.
His stance on Obama's birth certificate being a prime example. I'm sure that he knows better...but it helps ratings and solidifies his cred with the crazies to continue to float the issue.
And you are a fine example of the same mentality. You know that what you are saying is, well, rubbish. But you act like not actually wearing a hood or not carrying around an Aryan Nations membership card is "proof" that you aren't being racist. Fomenting is something that the GOP still does very well. These days, it's perhaps the only thing. And that is the arena where Dobbs has chosen to operate.”
smacc1 replied on Sep 21, 2009 at 17:20:25
“I'm saying that there is a distinction between legal and illegal immigration. You're saying that there isn't, and you're saying that, because immigration affect Hispanics disproportionately, that my preference that immigration laws be enforced is proof I am a racist in sheep's clothing.
That's anti-intellectual crap.”
That's anti-intellectual crap.”
Barack Obama Must See Michael Moore's New Movie (and So Must You)!
Commented Sep 21, 2009 at 15:15:27 in Business
“Just the G.O.P.”
Barack Obama Must See Michael Moore's New Movie (and So Must You)!
Commented Sep 21, 2009 at 15:14:27 in Business
“Makes about as much sense as tax breaks for the wealthy or trickle down economics.”
Heckuva Job, Brownie
Commented Sep 04, 2009 at 12:50:10 in Politics
“Maybe you should just start with coherency and take it from there...”
Missing John McCain
Commented Aug 17, 2009 at 16:47:53 in Politics
“I hate to tell you, Seth, but there was nothing honorable about this moment.
It was, however, illustrative of politics at its most craven and superficial.
McCain had been encouraging precisely this type of sentiment for months prior to this woman's outburst, albeit from a distance, and through surrogates.
Only with the cameras rolling and the entire world watching, aghast, did Dr. Frankenstein pull the plug on the monster that he created.
Like far too many in the Democratic Party, and indeed, in this administration, you still think you are dealing with a foe that has some shred of decency. They don't.
As long as the Dems think they can negotiate with an opposition that wishes to eradicate them from the political landscape, they will never be a party of true change.”
It was, however, illustrative of politics at its most craven and superficial.
McCain had been encouraging precisely this type of sentiment for months prior to this woman's outburst, albeit from a distance, and through surrogates.
Only with the cameras rolling and the entire world watching, aghast, did Dr. Frankenstein pull the plug on the monster that he created.
Like far too many in the Democratic Party, and indeed, in this administration, you still think you are dealing with a foe that has some shred of decency. They don't.
As long as the Dems think they can negotiate with an opposition that wishes to eradicate them from the political landscape, they will never be a party of true change.”
loganhunter replied on Aug 17, 2009 at 19:05:44
“"I know there must be one Republican out there with the courage"
Republicans don't have courage.”
Republicans don't have courage.”
Missing John McCain
Commented Aug 17, 2009 at 16:39:17 in Politics
“I hate to break it to you, but that was no display of courage by McCain. Not even close. If it was a display of anything, it was a display of craven politics at its most superficial.
McCain had actively encouraged precisely this sort of sentiment for months,albeit from a distance, through surrogates and insinuation. When he finally had to face it in the personage of a low information voter, there for all the world to see, in front of television cameras, with the world looking on, aghast, only then did Dr. Frankenstein distance himself from the monster he created, if only out of mere political expediency, and perhaps a sense of embarrassment.
Seth, your piece is still useful in one sense, though...your mindset is perfectly illustrative of the type of naiveity that continues to grip the much of the Democratic party, and the Obama presidency. You are all too willing to believe that the GOP has a shred of honor and dignity where there is none. They do not play by the rules...there is no good will being extended.
When, oh when are you going to wake up?”
McCain had actively encouraged precisely this sort of sentiment for months,albeit from a distance, through surrogates and insinuation. When he finally had to face it in the personage of a low information voter, there for all the world to see, in front of television cameras, with the world looking on, aghast, only then did Dr. Frankenstein distance himself from the monster he created, if only out of mere political expediency, and perhaps a sense of embarrassment.
Seth, your piece is still useful in one sense, though...your mindset is perfectly illustrative of the type of naiveity that continues to grip the much of the Democratic party, and the Obama presidency. You are all too willing to believe that the GOP has a shred of honor and dignity where there is none. They do not play by the rules...there is no good will being extended.
When, oh when are you going to wake up?”
Michael Vick: Black Sheep or Scapegoat on Animal Rights?
Commented Aug 17, 2009 at 15:50:45 in Green
“Not impressed by this, either.”
Michael Vick: Black Sheep or Scapegoat on Animal Rights?
Commented Aug 17, 2009 at 15:50:23 in Green
“No one is impressed.”
Tea Party Madness to Sweep the Nation?
Commented Aug 13, 2009 at 12:41:55 in Politics
“And see what the result is?
You make choices like:
-Palin
-Suspending your campaign
-Palling around with fake plumbers
-Attracting headcases that think Obama is an Arab
Sounds like McCainCare is hazardous to one's health.”
You make choices like:
-Palin
-Suspending your campaign
-Palling around with fake plumbers
-Attracting headcases that think Obama is an Arab
Sounds like McCainCare is hazardous to one's health.”
Malkin and Fox News Are Stalking Children Again
Commented Aug 13, 2009 at 12:38:59 in Politics
“Perhaps because peopel actually like the president? After all, he did win the election...and even won the popular vote, how novel!
I notice you didn't bother to address any of what I stated in my post. Good little Faux
Doggie!
Sure, outrage was the norm at other meetings. That's what Rush, Hannity, Levin (aka The Grating One) and 60 Plus told them to do. "Be aggressive", wasn't that the instruction? All those years of screaming at the spouse or family pet was nothing (although it did provide valuable training) compared to getting on YouTube and the TV...their 15 seconds of fame in an otherwise undistinguished existence.”
I notice you didn't bother to address any of what I stated in my post. Good little Faux
Doggie!
Sure, outrage was the norm at other meetings. That's what Rush, Hannity, Levin (aka The Grating One) and 60 Plus told them to do. "Be aggressive", wasn't that the instruction? All those years of screaming at the spouse or family pet was nothing (although it did provide valuable training) compared to getting on YouTube and the TV...their 15 seconds of fame in an otherwise undistinguished existence.”
Mad Men
Commented Aug 13, 2009 at 12:27:26 in Politics
“I don't recall any liberals "disrupting towns", "charging stages" or "shouting down politicians". Or bringing weapons to presidential events. I DO recall "free speech zones" and people being arrested or escorted out of venues for wearing "wrong" t-shirts or not signing "loyalty oaths".”
Mad Men
Commented Aug 13, 2009 at 12:23:02 in Politics
“Where were these people during the Bush administration, when all the above was happening for 8 years? Just curious.”
Mad Men
Commented Aug 13, 2009 at 12:22:07 in Politics
“Well, they are regulars in one sense... regulars at the local tavern, sitting around, belching between gulps of warm Bud and Coors, yelling at the tv (since the wife and dog are sick of them). And now they have a chance to transcend their usual status as village idiot/blowhard and get their mugs on tv or the internets by going to the townhall meeting and having a verbal petit mal seizure.
They have read and provide quotes from the healthcare bill? Please. Even you can't possibly believe that these mouth breathers actually read any part of it. What they have done is memorized their talking points from 60 Plus, Hannity, et al. which might include a phrase or 2 from the bill, taken out of context.
And one other thing...better to be a wise ass than a dumb ass.”
They have read and provide quotes from the healthcare bill? Please. Even you can't possibly believe that these mouth breathers actually read any part of it. What they have done is memorized their talking points from 60 Plus, Hannity, et al. which might include a phrase or 2 from the bill, taken out of context.
And one other thing...better to be a wise ass than a dumb ass.”
Tea Party Madness to Sweep the Nation?
Commented Aug 13, 2009 at 11:01:40 in Politics
“People that have coverage are thankful for it, and are terrified to lose it. They see their benefits chipped away and reduced, year after year, and their costs skyrocket accordingly. And more and more employers reduce, or drop coverage as time goes on. Most people are happy because they haven't had anything catastrophic happen to them. As long as it more or less "routine maintenance", people are ok because they don't have to spend much money. If most of these people had a serious medical condition or emergency, they'd feel very different.
I see that you fail to address people without coverage. Their ranks swell years after year.
Or the elderly. They are happy with Medicare, which if the GOP had its way, wouldn't exist in the first place.”
I see that you fail to address people without coverage. Their ranks swell years after year.
Or the elderly. They are happy with Medicare, which if the GOP had its way, wouldn't exist in the first place.”
ApolloSpeaks replied on Aug 13, 2009 at 12:26:00
“There are free market solutions to rising health care costs. It's called McCainCare.”
Malkin and Fox News Are Stalking Children Again
Commented Aug 13, 2009 at 10:54:12 in Politics
“Keep telling yourself that, but it doesn't make it true. There is NO evidence that the girl was a plant. Only that her parents are Obama supporters. I guess you have no problem with people at town halls being spoonfed questions, tactics, and strategies ("be very aggressive") by the health insurers and their lobbyists.
Children as props? Do you have a problem with Palin using them as props 24/7?
What kind of serious questions are the "unconnected" (read: unhinged) people asking?
"Keep your goverment hands off my Medicare"?
"Is Obama going to kill the old people"?”
Children as props? Do you have a problem with Palin using them as props 24/7?
What kind of serious questions are the "unconnected" (read: unhinged) people asking?
"Keep your goverment hands off my Medicare"?
"Is Obama going to kill the old people"?”
Luke504 replied on Aug 13, 2009 at 11:21:52
“If the mother was just a supporter there wouldn't be a problem but she's more than that.
She has donated thousands to Obama, has met him and the First Family and Biden's family, and the daughter was invited to the White House Easter Egg Roll. She had pictures of herself w/ Obama on her now deleted Facebook page and a lot of her friends were Democratic insiders. So stop acting like this is just some lady with an Obama sign in her yard.”
She has donated thousands to Obama, has met him and the First Family and Biden's family, and the daughter was invited to the White House Easter Egg Roll. She had pictures of herself w/ Obama on her now deleted Facebook page and a lot of her friends were Democratic insiders. So stop acting like this is just some lady with an Obama sign in her yard.”
matt126 replied on Aug 13, 2009 at 11:17:56
“Spot on!! It was a mere coincidence that all of those softballs at the greenhouse..er I mean townhall were being tossed up there. I did however find it curious that outrage was the norm at every townhall except for this one. Hmmmmmm......”
Tea Party Madness to Sweep the Nation?
Commented Aug 12, 2009 at 18:21:20 in Politics
“--HELL NO WE WON'T GO DOWN THE PATH OF HEALTH CARE TYRANNY! --
Hate to break the news to you...you are already there, courtesy of the insurance companies and their lobbyists.”
Hate to break the news to you...you are already there, courtesy of the insurance companies and their lobbyists.”
ApolloSpeaks replied on Aug 13, 2009 at 06:28:45
“Really! Why is it then that the vast majority of Americans are satisfied with their health insurance rating their plans good to excellent?”
Tea Party Madness to Sweep the Nation?
Commented Aug 12, 2009 at 17:59:27 in Politics
“You see 82 year old Emma and 65 year old Frank as characters that stepped out of a Norman Rockwell painting and onto the set of Mr. Smith Goes To Washington. I don't. I see the types of people that I grew up with in western Pennsylvania...very few jobs, the young are moving out, and they are increasingly isolated.
Half of these people are decent folks, albeit confused and a little scared. The other half occupy the same barstools at the same corner taverns every night, complaining about how the world is different now.
They've seethed with resentment over what has happened to their towns and communities. Fed by the rhetoric of talk radio, they nurture fantasies about "giving those Washington politicians h.ell".
Town hall meetings are perfect venues for them to gush in an inarticulate rage about what they feel has gone wrong in their country, although what they really are describing is what has gone wrong in their lives.. their pride makes them project these feelings onto a scapegoat, the nebulous "government", instead of the actual cause of their misery: corporate greed and the cynical machinations of their lackeys in the corridors of power.
So, they yell, spit, stamp their feet, throw a fit (usually reserved for their spouse or children), return to their barstool and get back-slapped by all their buddies for "standing up to Washington".
It's understandable on one level, but more sad than anything else. Mere pawns in the RW chess match.”
Half of these people are decent folks, albeit confused and a little scared. The other half occupy the same barstools at the same corner taverns every night, complaining about how the world is different now.
They've seethed with resentment over what has happened to their towns and communities. Fed by the rhetoric of talk radio, they nurture fantasies about "giving those Washington politicians h.ell".
Town hall meetings are perfect venues for them to gush in an inarticulate rage about what they feel has gone wrong in their country, although what they really are describing is what has gone wrong in their lives.. their pride makes them project these feelings onto a scapegoat, the nebulous "government", instead of the actual cause of their misery: corporate greed and the cynical machinations of their lackeys in the corridors of power.
So, they yell, spit, stamp their feet, throw a fit (usually reserved for their spouse or children), return to their barstool and get back-slapped by all their buddies for "standing up to Washington".
It's understandable on one level, but more sad than anything else. Mere pawns in the RW chess match.”
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