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Jindal Pulls Himself Out Of VP Race
It's Romney. It always was Romney. There is no one else but Romney and any other pick will sink McCain like a hot rock. He's got to chose with Mr.Goes-where-the-wind-blows-Romney no one else has the public stature, money or economic background which is what McCain needs.
This McCain VP talk has all the suspense of a romantic comedy. posted 07/23/2008 at 15:19:22
This McCain VP talk has all the suspense of a romantic comedy. posted 07/23/2008 at 15:19:22
McCain Surrogate Hoekstra: Obama Presidency Could Mean Nukes In Syria
Americans voted for Bush, twice. Americans aren't smart enough. Winning in November will be based on over whelming turnout rather then any gaff or issue, it's that simple. posted 07/23/2008 at 18:17:16
New Polls: An Unexpected Uptick for McCain
My feeling is most "undecided" middle of the road white folks are looking for any reason not to vote for Obama. I've always thought this. I said it of the Ohio polling numbers the came out other day that showed Obama with the lead, I said you can easily add a 5 point swing for McCain because white folks wouldn't be honest with the pollster. Hell 90% of Americans believe America is ready for a black president, some would say that's pretty good but I'd say that leaves a hell of a lot of wiggle room for McCain and none for Obama. We'll see but despite Obama's great reception over seas the reality in terms of him convincing white Americans he's better for the job then McCain is a 45 degree up hill battle. Believe it. posted 07/23/2008 at 19:57:44
McCain Meeting With Jindal Shrouded In Mystery
It's Romney for VP. It always has been Romney and it always will be Romney unless one of Romney's boys gets caught taking a girlfriend to an abortion clinic. The McCain camp can move the cups around as fast as they like, I know under which one the coin is hidden. posted 07/23/2008 at 11:45:48
Not a Gaffe: A Fundamental Misunderstanding of Iraq
No one cares. Not to say they shouldn't but this is a news story meant for the beltway and the news corp will chat about it for a single day no more. posted 07/23/2008 at 09:06:43
Graham: Romney "Very Much A Contender" For VP
Stop already! Everyone knows it's going to be Romney. There hasn't bee a real contender for McCain's vp spot for over a month now. It's pretty much always been Romney. posted 07/22/2008 at 16:06:30
The Democrats' National Security Hangover
"It's the economy stupid!"
Obama just needed to win some national security points against McCain and sure up his defense when McCain attacked him on those issues, the fact that Obama's trip has been such a coup for his national security beliefs doesn't mean he should become the national security democra. There's no particular 7 day trip that can help McCain on the economy in the same way that Obama's has helped him on National security, so it's time for Obama to attack McCain's weak spot---bread and butter issues. This is a no-brainer in my opinion. posted 07/22/2008 at 10:36:23
Obama just needed to win some national security points against McCain and sure up his defense when McCain attacked him on those issues, the fact that Obama's trip has been such a coup for his national security beliefs doesn't mean he should become the national security democra. There's no particular 7 day trip that can help McCain on the economy in the same way that Obama's has helped him on National security, so it's time for Obama to attack McCain's weak spot---bread and butter issues. This is a no-brainer in my opinion. posted 07/22/2008 at 10:36:23
Anti-Obama Movie Campaign Starts
He will raise taxes, just not on the middle class or those making less then 250 thousand a year but the repubs don't want you to know that, they just say he'll raise taxes. While factual accurate it's intended implication is disingenuous. posted 07/22/2008 at 10:25:04
Reports: McCain Closing In On VP Choice
Jindal is a far right conservative and he'd just be another hole in the boat of the S.S. McCain. everybody knows McCain's going to pick Romney. It's pretty much a fore gone conclusion and all this Jindal talk is to convince right conservatives that McCain is giving a TRUE bonafide right wing conservative a look. If he picks the abortion flip-flopping Mormon watch catholic votes whittle away for McCain but he needs a vice president who has well known economy credentials and a well known face amongst the populace and that certainly aint Jindal. posted 07/22/2008 at 10:24:55
Tell Me Again, Why Is Obama Being Popular With Our Allies a Bad Thing?
Because anything that is pro-the-rest-of-the-world is anti-American, at least that's how these GOP idiots think. posted 07/21/2008 at 19:43:53
Maggie Gyllenhaal V. Gwyneth Paltrow: A Jumpsuit Fashion Faceoff (POLL)
It's a classic look and Maggie looks like one of those old Hollywood starlets so it just suits her more, that's all. posted 07/21/2008 at 19:36:44
Spencer Pratt: John McCain Is Helping Us Go To Iraq
Sorry girlfriend, the troops definitely don't want to see you and your pretty boyfriend. You want to support the troops? Enlist! posted 07/21/2008 at 17:55:03
Hillraisers Donated Less Than $20,000 To Obama In June
Obama raised 52 million last month, would it be nice if the Hillraisers did a better job? Sure, but Obama's campaign doesn't hinge on their success and when it comes to future dealings with the president they may find they have extremely limited access, which is, of course, as it should be.
Besides Obama supporters haven't done anything to clear Hillary's debt--though we did give 5 times as much to a candidate who isn't running for president, but I digress... posted 07/21/2008 at 17:16:37
Besides Obama supporters haven't done anything to clear Hillary's debt--though we did give 5 times as much to a candidate who isn't running for president, but I digress... posted 07/21/2008 at 17:16:37
Obama raised 52 million last month, would it be nice if the Hillraisers did a better job? Sure, but Obama's campaign doesn't hinge on their success and when it comes to future dealings with the president they may find they have extremely limited access, which is, of course, as it should be.
Besides Obama supporters haven't done anything to clear Hillary's debt--though we did give 5 times as much to a candadate who isn't running for president, but I digress... posted 07/21/2008 at 17:15:50
Besides Obama supporters haven't done anything to clear Hillary's debt--though we did give 5 times as much to a candadate who isn't running for president, but I digress... posted 07/21/2008 at 17:15:50
Poll: Obama Holds Solid Lead In Ohio
I think in the majority a white dominated states you can knock 3-5 points off of any lead Obama has. I just don't think whites are being honest with the pollsters or themselves. posted 07/21/2008 at 19:43:36
New York Times Rejects McCain Rebuttal To Obama Op-Ed
It was rejected because it was purely an Obama attack piece, more propaganda about Obama letting the terrorists win and all that. There was no real substance about what McCain intends to do in Iraq, how he'll go about doing it and how long it would take.
In other words it was about McCain attacking Obama's policy's without putting forth concrete policy's of his own. posted 07/21/2008 at 15:08:48
In other words it was about McCain attacking Obama's policy's without putting forth concrete policy's of his own. posted 07/21/2008 at 15:08:48
Gitmo Trial To Put Gitmo Trials On Trial At Gitmo
I had to read the title 3 times but I laughed when I didn't get it and I laughed once I did. posted 07/21/2008 at 15:10:58
Pelosi To Clinton Backers: Stop Worrying About The VP
"I am a lifelong Democrat, I may have to vote Replublican for the first time in my life."
IAM4CLINTON--yes, yes, you'd vote for McCain because his policy's--which Ape Bushe's--are good for America and the world. You can kid yourself, madam, but you aren't fooling anyone else. posted 07/21/2008 at 12:48:39
IAM4CLINTON--yes, yes, you'd vote for McCain because his policy's--which Ape Bushe's--are good for America and the world. You can kid yourself, madam, but you aren't fooling anyone else. posted 07/21/2008 at 12:48:39
Jessica Simpson Booed At First Country Concert
Country music, like rap are the only types of music where your biography counts for just as much as your ability. posted 07/21/2008 at 17:55:20
Sean Hannity Gets $100 Million Deal
Wow, really? 100 Million? Maybe if I make some long standing friendships among the white supremacist movement I can't get me a piece of that kind of money. Being a big mouthed bigot pays big dollars apparently. posted 07/21/2008 at 14:57:38
Obama's Revenge: New Yorker Reporter Excluded From Press Plane For Overseas Trip
I don't think you need to kiss Obama's a@# but you do need to make sure you don't take an axe to his knee caps. The "it was satire" excuse is becoming old especially it now seems to be the favorite excuse of every bigot like South Carolina State Senator Kevin Bryant, who used the New Yorkers cover as validation for his Obama's like Osama picture on his blog, trying to pan it off as a continuation of the satire the the New Yorker started. Nice. Obama could see it coming. I could see it coming. Why couldn't the New Yorker? Doesn't matter now, hopefully they'll get the picture flying coach with multiple airlines in the hopes of catching up with Obama's plane. posted 07/21/2008 at 17:28:19
Obama Meets With Afghan President Karzai
You say 'war on terror' and people immediately know what that is, attempts to re brand the term to something else is pointless. The term isn't the problem the plans and execution are. If Obama changes how America plans and executes the war against terrorists, the 'war on terror' term will be seen in a new light over time. posted 07/20/2008 at 14:07:30
Iraqi Prime Minister Maliki Backs Obama Troop Exit Plan
Lol, is that really all you've got? Lies and racism? Is that the ammo you hope will sway voters and win elections? This isn't the sixties, bud. posted 07/19/2008 at 13:04:48
Show me a quote that says anything other then "out in 16 months". There isn't one. The "flip-flop" was a media created story given to them by the McCain campaign. That being said, if the commanders on the ground said they needed 19 months instead of 16 the Obama would certainly consider that reasonable and probably do as they request. posted 07/19/2008 at 11:00:29
McCain Leaks Details Of Obama's Iraq Trip
No, it's because the media is interested in keeping the race close. No one finds a early blow out entertaining whether it's sports or politics. The money is in a close race and corporate media is all about the money. posted 07/19/2008 at 11:03:23
Jennifer Garner Pregnant, Former Costar Confirms, Then Stutters
Why do people feel the need to know and the right to know these sort of things? I think it's speaks to the over all simple mindedness and petty nature of an ever growing Entertainment Tonight society. Quite pathetic really.
And yes I clicked the link to say just that. posted 07/20/2008 at 14:14:16
And yes I clicked the link to say just that. posted 07/20/2008 at 14:14:16
Elisabeth Hasselbeck Cries After Sparring With Whoopi Over N-Word (VIDEO)
It's a word used by blacks to take away the power it once had in black history when whites used to use it freely to belittle blacks. Now blacks folks have taken it and made it our own. Which begs the question: Why do whites want to use it? posted 07/17/2008 at 16:54:35
McCain: Hagel "Wrong" On Iraq But I'm Glad He's Going With Obama
The presumptive nominee said he is "pleased" that Obama will be accompanied by Hagel, "who has military experience, who has knowledge of these issues."
Ok, that doesn't make any sense. Obama is wrong on his foriegn policy decision as far as Iraq goes because he hasn't talked to folks on the ground. Yet McCain says Hagel is well informed on these same issues, though completely wrong on the issues. Ergo, according to McCain whether Obama goes to Iraq or not he's wrong on the issues, unless he comes back and agrees with McCain, in which case it's a flip-flop.
Why isn't such political slight of hand called out for exactly what it is? Is the MSM so simple that they can't see it for what it is or are they just plain old cowards unwilling to call McCain on on his flim-flam artistry. I'm guessing it's a fine mix of both. posted 07/17/2008 at 14:27:11
Ok, that doesn't make any sense. Obama is wrong on his foriegn policy decision as far as Iraq goes because he hasn't talked to folks on the ground. Yet McCain says Hagel is well informed on these same issues, though completely wrong on the issues. Ergo, according to McCain whether Obama goes to Iraq or not he's wrong on the issues, unless he comes back and agrees with McCain, in which case it's a flip-flop.
Why isn't such political slight of hand called out for exactly what it is? Is the MSM so simple that they can't see it for what it is or are they just plain old cowards unwilling to call McCain on on his flim-flam artistry. I'm guessing it's a fine mix of both. posted 07/17/2008 at 14:27:11
Rachel Maddow, Host Apparent: Analyst "At The Top" Of "Very Short List" For Next MSNBC Opening
Yeah, Chris Matthews can go, though to be honest, he's easily one of the smartest folks they have at MSNBC in terms of knowledge of history and politics, it's just that he's not very endearing or interesting to watch. posted 07/17/2008 at 16:48:09
Reporters Spar With McCain Press Aides Nicolle Wallace, Brooke Buchanan (VIDEO)
Absolute control of the message is the goal and paramount especially for a MSM that consistently interjects opinion and bias into 'balanced' reporting in order to bolster news stand sales. While McCain's assistants have gone overboard in terms of wanting to look at the shot, I really can't say that their edginess isn't justified. Same goes for Obama. The press simply can't be trusted to get it right. There's no money in getting it right all the time. posted 07/16/2008 at 13:09:35
Romney Moving Up In McCain's Mind
Yeah, that's a great choice.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nOPp9K1JUCs&feature=related
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DcLh3Hmanwo&NR=1
Romney looks the part but he's an empty suit and everyone knows it, including McCain. posted 07/15/2008 at 11:17:14
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nOPp9K1JUCs&feature=related
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DcLh3Hmanwo&NR=1
Romney looks the part but he's an empty suit and everyone knows it, including McCain. posted 07/15/2008 at 11:17:14
A Fist-Bump for the New Yorker
Great, more white folks talking about the legitimacy of the the hate fest that is the New Yorker cover. I received my full dose of that on Morning Joe. Three white men and a white woman discussing the legitimacy of the hate filled cover. No blacks, no Arabs. You folks afraid of getting a dose of truth from the ones really effected by the issue?
Maybe we can get members of World Wrestling Entertainment to blog about gay adoption on HuffPo. posted 07/14/2008 at 18:04:07
Maybe we can get members of World Wrestling Entertainment to blog about gay adoption on HuffPo. posted 07/14/2008 at 18:04:07
How Joe Scarborough Went From Conservative Congressman To Liberal Favorite Talk Show Host
Joe Scarobrough? Is that a joke? Why because he says the republicans are in some real trouble this year, their money grubbing politicians with no real connection to every day Americans? speaking the obvious doesn't get you points. I've listened to that bozo INSIST that Obama's position on the war in Iraq is a flip-flop and basically the same as McCain's and if you dare question is opinion or worse the sanctity of his perfect little morning show, friend or foe he'll talk down to you like your 6 years old.
I can't stand the guy. The show was better when he was tending to his wife and Mika was running the show. posted 07/14/2008 at 18:13:37
I can't stand the guy. The show was better when he was tending to his wife and Mika was running the show. posted 07/14/2008 at 18:13:37
Barry Blitt Defends His New Yorker Cover Art Of Obama
There are too many high minded liberals who think that just because they 'get it' they can poo-poo the ones that don't because they hardly matter. You folks can't see past your own enormous all encompassing intellects to see the ones that don't really get it and are scared off by such images all vote in November . You do realize you live in America right, the same place that voted for George W. Bush--the worst president in American history--TWICE!
And why did the New Yorker do it? For the money, let there be no doubt this is for increased media attention and readership and little to nothing else. posted 07/14/2008 at 03:47:35
And why did the New Yorker do it? For the money, let there be no doubt this is for increased media attention and readership and little to nothing else. posted 07/14/2008 at 03:47:35
It was never clever. It's an insult used as substitution for legitimate argument. for some reason some people, including Barry Blitt, get so wrapped up in their own intellect that they can't see that the most important thing in a election is your brand and defining that brand before the opposition does. Now before Obama has had a real opportunity to define himself Mr. Blitt has created the perfect poster child image for the bigots to shoot off with their hateful whisper emails. The same emails that have cause the Obama campaign serious issues through out the primary and general election.
Mr. Blitt may think he's just illuminating the stupidity of the patriotism issue but for those who 'get it' there are millions more who won't and will see this image as the defining image of the Obama's. posted 07/14/2008 at 01:57:08
Mr. Blitt may think he's just illuminating the stupidity of the patriotism issue but for those who 'get it' there are millions more who won't and will see this image as the defining image of the Obama's. posted 07/14/2008 at 01:57:08
Yikes! Controversial New Yorker Cover Shows Muslim, Flag-Burning, Osama-Loving, Fist-Bumping Obama
A) It's satire.
---That doesn't make the illustration unoffensive.
B) Before getting in such a snit, anyone familiar with the First Amendment?
--- Nazi sympathizers are covered under the first amendment as well. What's your point. posted 07/14/2008 at 02:41:23
---That doesn't make the illustration unoffensive.
B) Before getting in such a snit, anyone familiar with the First Amendment?
--- Nazi sympathizers are covered under the first amendment as well. What's your point. posted 07/14/2008 at 02:41:23
So! What does that have to do with anything? posted 07/13/2008 at 19:47:07
Amazing. I suppose the folks at the New Yorker thought it was great high brow humor. Idiots! As usual though the magazines interest is sensationalism to boost readership. It has absolutely nothing to do with poking fun at the smears or anything else. Personally I think the New Yorker is in for more trouble then they could have ever perceived with this cover. posted 07/13/2008 at 19:42:17
McCain: I'm 'Learning To Get Online Myself'
Double click the browser Icon. Enter enter sitename.com. Presto McCain, you've just learned how to use the web.
Next class: How to use "the Google". posted 07/13/2008 at 15:25:30
Next class: How to use "the Google". posted 07/13/2008 at 15:25:30
McCain Accepts Media Environment
Considering the week he had I say sticj by your your guns McCain. posted 07/13/2008 at 15:20:16
Bush Supports Israeli Plan For Strike On Iran: Report
Another Pre-emptive war from Bushie and only 6 months until he's out of office. Good Lord. posted 07/13/2008 at 10:14:20
Obama Won't Commit To Event At Military Base
The only reason I can imagine Obama having an issue with this is if he is still in the midst of planning his European tour and he wants to keep scheduling flexible in case it makes since to leave in the first week of August rather then the end of July. Announcing the scheduling conflict would just reveal his itinerary to the press and we all know Obama's gone to great pains to keep it under wraps.
A town hall meeting with McCain prior to the Obama's visit to Iraq would just turn into a "he hasn't been to Iraq/he doesn't understand the realities on the ground' diatribe by McCain for every question or answer issued by Obama.
If Obama is scheduled to return to America before the Aug 11, I can't imagine a single reason why he wouldn't participate in the debate. posted 07/12/2008 at 18:52:16
A town hall meeting with McCain prior to the Obama's visit to Iraq would just turn into a "he hasn't been to Iraq/he doesn't understand the realities on the ground' diatribe by McCain for every question or answer issued by Obama.
If Obama is scheduled to return to America before the Aug 11, I can't imagine a single reason why he wouldn't participate in the debate. posted 07/12/2008 at 18:52:16
Obama Hasn't Ruled Out Clinton As Vice President
Hillary Clinton has always been on the short list and her problems with independent voters and Bill Clinton have always been the daunting hurdles to her being seriously considered out side a slim chance.
There's now worries he's going to pick her. The fight this election is for independent voters, everyone knows this. Hillary Clinton hurts Obama in states he's currently competitive in. That's a fact. posted 07/12/2008 at 10:31:05
There's now worries he's going to pick her. The fight this election is for independent voters, everyone knows this. Hillary Clinton hurts Obama in states he's currently competitive in. That's a fact. posted 07/12/2008 at 10:31:05
Poll: Obama Beating McCain In Arizona
Even getting McCain to fight in red states like Arizona that should be by all rights his is a huge win for Obama. Obama's 52 state strategy doesn't mean Obama has to fight in all 52 states he just has to be competitive in places where democrats haven't been competitive in a long time. That alone will strech mCains funds, dilute his grass roots help and divide his time between states he must win to beat Obama come November and states he must look like he's winning to save face until November. McCain can't make it look as if he's being blown out all across America. Good stuff. posted 07/11/2008 at 09:28:33
Rove Ignores Subpoena, Refuses To Testify
The Supreme Court confirmed the legitimacy of this doctrine--executive privilege-- in United States v. Nixon, but only to the extent of confirming that there is a qualified privilege. Once invoked, a presumption of privilege is established, requiring the Prosecutor to make a "sufficient showing" that the "Presidential material" is "'essential to the justice of the case.'"(418 U.S. at 713-14). Chief Justice Burger further stated that executive privilege would most effectively apply when the oversight of the executive would impair that branch's national security concerns.
First: Let's start with qualified privilege. Karl Rove has stated publicly that he hasn't talked to the President about anything in regards to the Don Siegelman case, and the hiring and firing of court appointees so there aren't any discussions with the executive that can be qualified as privileged and this is according to Karl Roves own statements on the matter.
Second: Executive Privilege hasn't been invoked, it's been claimed by Rove but to invoke privilege he needs to appear in front of the committee.
You may applaud this governments use and abuse of executive power to undermine the peoples right to know what is going on in their government but you are in the minority and as well as on the wrong side legally. posted 07/10/2008 at 13:26:00
First: Let's start with qualified privilege. Karl Rove has stated publicly that he hasn't talked to the President about anything in regards to the Don Siegelman case, and the hiring and firing of court appointees so there aren't any discussions with the executive that can be qualified as privileged and this is according to Karl Roves own statements on the matter.
Second: Executive Privilege hasn't been invoked, it's been claimed by Rove but to invoke privilege he needs to appear in front of the committee.
You may applaud this governments use and abuse of executive power to undermine the peoples right to know what is going on in their government but you are in the minority and as well as on the wrong side legally. posted 07/10/2008 at 13:26:00
American Tourist Gored During Pamplona Bull Run (VIDEO)
What!? No deaths? :(
No love and no pity for these idiots. posted 07/09/2008 at 14:47:50
No love and no pity for these idiots. posted 07/09/2008 at 14:47:50
Obama's Faux Iraq Flip-Flop May Finally Die
Lets get honest here, the corporate press and the 24 hour news cycle needs a news theme for any given day, something that will drive viewers to watch, and continue watching. There's no interest in getting it right. The interest is drumming up viewership and selling news papers. Getting Obama's statement in the right context would get few viewers, get it wrong, call his Iraq statement a flip-flop and it's now a major story worth at least 2 days of coverage.
Corporate media. If you understand that any corporations mandate is to make year over year profits then everything done by extension of that corporation should automatically be scrutinized as a method to adhere to the mandate. Why was Rev. Wright news for a solid month? Not because there was any news there but because it made good ratings and that adhered to the corporate mandate. Get the viewers first, worry about credibility later. Fox is #1 in the ratings based on this very line of thinking. Is it any wonder that the rest of the corporate media has been taking notes and following suit?
Mr.Linkins, the next time you're completely confused by the inanity of corporate reporters and wonder how the hell they got it so wrong, follow the money. posted 07/09/2008 at 14:17:49
Corporate media. If you understand that any corporations mandate is to make year over year profits then everything done by extension of that corporation should automatically be scrutinized as a method to adhere to the mandate. Why was Rev. Wright news for a solid month? Not because there was any news there but because it made good ratings and that adhered to the corporate mandate. Get the viewers first, worry about credibility later. Fox is #1 in the ratings based on this very line of thinking. Is it any wonder that the rest of the corporate media has been taking notes and following suit?
Mr.Linkins, the next time you're completely confused by the inanity of corporate reporters and wonder how the hell they got it so wrong, follow the money. posted 07/09/2008 at 14:17:49
Obama References Lil' Wayne
Few people appreciate Canibus because you actually have to think about what he's saying and some need a dictionary to keep up. The best artists are rarely the ones respected by the masses in their time. This has never been a truer statement then with Canibus. He IS the best of all time but he just doesn't make tracks that market well or are understood by the masses who are eduacted on MTV.
A freestyle battle versus Canibus is a lesson in humility for any MC. That's the truth. posted 07/09/2008 at 14:35:56
A freestyle battle versus Canibus is a lesson in humility for any MC. That's the truth. posted 07/09/2008 at 14:35:56
Lil Wayne the best rapper alive? You've got to be kidding he can't even hold CaniBus's piss pot. Mainstream media says it then you know it's wrong.
Get educated.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CZeIqklHnew posted 07/09/2008 at 13:35:11
Get educated.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CZeIqklHnew posted 07/09/2008 at 13:35:11
African-American TV Channel Won't Cover GOP Convention
Who would watch it among the black audience, really? You don't spend air time to for the sake of looking balanced, you spend air time for the sake of catering to your audience. If your audience isn't going to watch why would you bother? It's not favoritism, it's business. posted 07/08/2008 at 16:39:35
Nicole Kidman's Baby Name: Sticking It To Scientology?
Why can't it be an affirmation of her own faith rather then a jab at someone elses. News/entertainment media, always looking for the negative spin to drum up controversy. posted 07/09/2008 at 07:23:28
World Leaders Eat 18-Course Meal While Discussing Solutions To Global Food Crisis
What were they supposed to eat? Rice and beans? posted 07/08/2008 at 09:34:22
Obama Spokesman Responds To Iraq 'Faux Flip-Flop' Story
She knows her stuff but she's much more of a on site reporter then someone who works well in front of the studio camera. Give her a 3 min edited report and she's alright any more time then that and she comes off as unsure of herself and quite uncomfortable in front of the camera. Andrea plays a much better roll as someone supporting the host rather than the host herself. It's why she engages in the gotcha questions, she can't think intelligently on her feet. Tim Russert had her as he go to gal for many, many years and it's quite obvious that his ease in front of the camera and his quick off the cuff political intelligence hasn't rubbed off in the least on Mitchell. posted 07/07/2008 at 14:25:57
Pro-War Vet Group Helps McCain With Battleground State Ads
Al queda wasn't in Iraq before America invaded Iraq. Al queda is in Afghanistan and Pakistan and you aren't winning the war there folks.
McBush and his cronies start the fire, then, after 4000+ men and women give their lives to get it under control, they pat themselves on the back for a job well done.
Is America tired of this garbage yet? posted 07/06/2008 at 11:37:53
McBush and his cronies start the fire, then, after 4000+ men and women give their lives to get it under control, they pat themselves on the back for a job well done.
Is America tired of this garbage yet? posted 07/06/2008 at 11:37:53
McCain Hits Obama In Spanish Ad: He "Just Discovered" Hispanic Vote
The narrator sounds like he's doing the add with a Popsicle in his mouth. posted 07/03/2008 at 15:42:31
Obama Denies Change In Iraq Policy
He never said he plans on staying in Iraq. He said he plans on leaving in a manner that doesn't put the troops in harms way. This is besides his stated commitment to fight the Taliban in Afghanistan. You can't adequately fight the Taliban in Afghanistan which the main thrust of your troops in Iraq. That's where your boy McBush has consistently got it wrong. posted 07/03/2008 at 15:40:16
Suicide And Girls
Is that really the where you want this discussion to go? Do you believe that the difference between males and females as far as suicide goes is because men have it so good? That's a heated debate that would be charged with emotion but would never get close to solving the core issue.
Start with how woman deal with stress, their relationship with their bodies, the genetic link of suicide in families and give young girls examples of successful woman who didn't have to turn themselves into sexual creatures, play dumb or lose their femininity in the process of garnering that success and I think you have the beginning of a realistic conversation. posted 07/03/2008 at 16:32:53
Start with how woman deal with stress, their relationship with their bodies, the genetic link of suicide in families and give young girls examples of successful woman who didn't have to turn themselves into sexual creatures, play dumb or lose their femininity in the process of garnering that success and I think you have the beginning of a realistic conversation. posted 07/03/2008 at 16:32:53
Good News For McCain: Support For Offshore Drilling Spikes
Agreed, I rad that and said 'I'd want energy exploration as well'. Call it off shore drilling in Alaska, Florida and California and see how well it polls then. I understand polls are more about the question asked then the answer given but HuffPo should be holding this poll up as an example of improper poll practises rather then proof that 'young people and liberals are all for off shore drilling'. posted 07/02/2008 at 11:37:26
"Whistling Past Dixie" Author: Obama Will Lose The South
The article--by way of example of proof of their weak theory-- had a 5% increase in black turn out in Mississippi compared to John Kerry's 2004's numbers.
I think some people are going to be absolutely dumbfounded at the level of black turnout in November. posted 07/01/2008 at 10:38:10
I think some people are going to be absolutely dumbfounded at the level of black turnout in November. posted 07/01/2008 at 10:38:10
Poll: Canadians Prefer Obama To Their Own Leaders
We love democracy here. We don't love torture. We don't love pre-emptive wars. we don't love eaves dropping on our citizens. We love universal health care. We love our marijuana laws. we love our multicultural and diverse nation. We love the fact that we're loved all around the world. We love the fact that lesbian and gays can get married here with no fuss, no muss. We love the fact that we don't have a history of political assassination and that we are far more socially progressive then our American cousins.
We love many things about our country but socialism isn't even a part of a general vocabulary when describing our country. Why is it Canadians know so much about the US but the US knows so little about Canada?
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=seYUbVa7L7w posted 07/01/2008 at 10:50:27
We love many things about our country but socialism isn't even a part of a general vocabulary when describing our country. Why is it Canadians know so much about the US but the US knows so little about Canada?
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=seYUbVa7L7w posted 07/01/2008 at 10:50:27
Memo to Obama: Moving to the Middle is for Losers
Ok, riddle me this Mrs. Huffington. How many democratic presidents has America had in the last 40 years. Out of those how many were successful presidency's? Out of those, was the president a leftist or was more in the center?
Bill Clinton was the only successful democratic president America has had in 40 years and he was a centrist and Obama far more to the left then Bill Clinton was. Don't ask Don't tell is Clinton's baby after all.
I said it before--though it didn't get posted--and I'll say it again; the left is acting like a greedy dog with a bone looking hungrily at it's own reflection. posted 06/30/2008 at 17:12:16
Bill Clinton was the only successful democratic president America has had in 40 years and he was a centrist and Obama far more to the left then Bill Clinton was. Don't ask Don't tell is Clinton's baby after all.
I said it before--though it didn't get posted--and I'll say it again; the left is acting like a greedy dog with a bone looking hungrily at it's own reflection. posted 06/30/2008 at 17:12:16
Adultolesence: The Difference Between Men Who Won't Grow Up And Men Who Just Wanna Have Fun
The issue of debt and irresponsible spending isn't a "peter pan" attribute which is why I won't address it. Woman have equal problems in this regard. But the need for family and children has more to do with the woman's birth cycle then men acting as boys. The fact is the year a woman turns 30 and every year following the chances of her giving birth drops considerably. For men this is of little concern, for woman it's of huge concern and here in lies the issue. Woman penning columns about men as boys is like men penning columns about woman being prudes. The offering opinion is misguided from the start by the writers personal tastes and emotional perspective.
The responsibility of being a father, a faithful husband and what is means to be a man in today's society isn't gleaned through osmosis or imprinted on the Y chromosome, it's something that needs to be discovered through time, self discovery and experiences-both good and bad. To the men who get it by their mid 20's, congrats. To the men who get it by their mid 30's, congrats. In either case woman get men who are truly ready for commitment, understand the responsibility of raising a family, and most importantly: these men know themselves and in a society of men being forever defined by woman, it's important that a confident man can pass on such self confidence to their children. posted 07/03/2008 at 16:14:59
The responsibility of being a father, a faithful husband and what is means to be a man in today's society isn't gleaned through osmosis or imprinted on the Y chromosome, it's something that needs to be discovered through time, self discovery and experiences-both good and bad. To the men who get it by their mid 20's, congrats. To the men who get it by their mid 30's, congrats. In either case woman get men who are truly ready for commitment, understand the responsibility of raising a family, and most importantly: these men know themselves and in a society of men being forever defined by woman, it's important that a confident man can pass on such self confidence to their children. posted 07/03/2008 at 16:14:59
Obama Undercuts His Brand
The all or nothing approach of the left has worked so well in the past. The last democratic president America had was Bill Clinton and he was far from a leftest liberal.
The left has been the greedy dog with the bone looking at its own reflection for far too long. Wake up folks. posted 06/28/2008 at 13:52:39
The left has been the greedy dog with the bone looking at its own reflection for far too long. Wake up folks. posted 06/28/2008 at 13:52:39
"Hancock" Movie Reviews: A Bad, Bankable Will Smith Action Movie
Agreed. The movie will be a success but probably won't be heralded as the best of Will Smiths outings. That being said if anyone thinks Independence Day--Will Smiths box office juggernaut and super star making movie-- is anything but mediocre they are being dishonest.
"If Hancock is really as bad as it sounds, could it spell doom not only for Will Smith's sure-thing status, but also the superhero film as a genre?"
This quote goes to show just how out of touch or deliberately dishonest some of these critics are. The last Hulk movie many thought would've killed the entire franchise but low-and-behold look what happens with the latest film. posted 06/28/2008 at 11:17:03
"If Hancock is really as bad as it sounds, could it spell doom not only for Will Smith's sure-thing status, but also the superhero film as a genre?"
This quote goes to show just how out of touch or deliberately dishonest some of these critics are. The last Hulk movie many thought would've killed the entire franchise but low-and-behold look what happens with the latest film. posted 06/28/2008 at 11:17:03
Jonathan Weisman, Washington Post Reporter: Obama "Much More White Than Black"
I don't see the need for classification at all. Each individual defines where and how these lines are drawn. It's certainly not the job of the Washington Post. If you feel the same way tell Mr.Weisman just that.
http://projects.washingtonpost.com/staff/email/jonathan+weisman/ posted 06/24/2008 at 10:29:54
http://projects.washingtonpost.com/staff/email/jonathan+weisman/ posted 06/24/2008 at 10:29:54
Impossible: Finding An Expert Who Says McCain's Energy Plan Provides Short-Term Relief
It's "voodoo economics" because all this talk doesn't take into account the inevitable increase in demand over the span of ten years. America would see a quicker decrease in oil price by doing away with the Enron loop hole rather then pulling more oil out of the ground. posted 06/23/2008 at 16:47:27
Press Dissatisfied With Treatment From Obama Campaign
"Wow, WOW, WOW! "
Just a little too dramatic maybe, Heidfeld?
Considering the press went a solid month with Rev. Wright, and bombarded him with questions-that had already been answered-- about Rezko 4 days before an extremely close primary election in Texas and Ohio, I think Obama may have a trust issue as it relates to the press and their motivations. Go figure. posted 06/20/2008 at 07:59:30
Just a little too dramatic maybe, Heidfeld?
Considering the press went a solid month with Rev. Wright, and bombarded him with questions-that had already been answered-- about Rezko 4 days before an extremely close primary election in Texas and Ohio, I think Obama may have a trust issue as it relates to the press and their motivations. Go figure. posted 06/20/2008 at 07:59:30
House Dems Capitulate On FISA, Telecom Immunity
Why do democrats seem to have an all or nothing attitude? Don't you realize that attitude has given you nothing for over 30 years. You don't represent the majority in America and so there must be a middle ground. You aren't winning with your high minded ideals so get over yourselves. The fact is the federal government, right or wrong, promised immunity to the telecom industry. If you don't like it, go after Bush and McCain, all that congress has done is allowed the telecom industry the opportunity, through the legal system, to get what was promised to them by the corrupt Bush White House. To do otherwise could mean trouble down the road when information that is crucial to national security is needed and the telecom companies give a big FU to the government for fear of endless lawsuits.
After 8 years of being firmly on the right you can't expect every element of the nation to immediately be on the left. You have to start in the middle and pull everyone to the left over time. The lefts Holier then thou attitude is why you've seen 1 democratic president in 30 years. posted 06/19/2008 at 14:57:05
After 8 years of being firmly on the right you can't expect every element of the nation to immediately be on the left. You have to start in the middle and pull everyone to the left over time. The lefts Holier then thou attitude is why you've seen 1 democratic president in 30 years. posted 06/19/2008 at 14:57:05
Obama Campaigns For Pro-War Democrat
If so then I'm mistaken and so is Obama. posted 06/19/2008 at 14:58:33
It's not an excuse, it's reality. Obama wants to win and win big, a majority to be more precise, all in order to better bring about the policies he's promised. You basically said what I did, the question is do you think "it's all about winning" or do you think it's all about maintaining a moral high ground, even within your own party. You can't pass health care reform, make government more transparent, enact environmental reforms and such fighting against congress. You need a majority, that's the reality. Now will some see this move as weak kneed? Sure. But in my opinion if it helps get done the major work that needs to be done in the next 4-8 years it's well worth it. posted 06/19/2008 at 14:35:28
This democrat isn't influencing policy as far as Iraq goes and in order to quickly implement the type of change Obama and America needs, Obama needs a majority in the house and every seat helps. What's the alternative? Sending the Dem out to die and letting the republican win? Obama is an idealist but he's also practical. If the dem wins he owes Obama and that'll show up in his votes later on. posted 06/19/2008 at 13:59:39
McCain Using Clinton's Line Of Attacks Against Obama
If Obama's the messiah (your words, nobody else's) what would that make Bush/McCain and the rest of their cronies I wonder? posted 06/19/2008 at 11:30:18
Joan Rivers Kicked Off Show For Calling Russell Crowe A "Fucking Shit" (VIDEO)
Probably has something to do with the mans well known temper and a tendency to hurl his cell phone at the heads of innocent people when he doesn't get his way. Just a guess. posted 06/18/2008 at 12:15:55
Texas GOP Pin Asks: "If Obama Is President, Will We Still Call It The White House?"
True colors of the GOP shining through. This will not help McCain at all. Which is good for Obama and America. Bring it on bigots! posted 06/17/2008 at 13:33:08
Mark Wahlberg Slams The "Ocean's" Movies: "The Second One Sucked!"
Probably because his role in the Departed was stellar and a scene stealer, even among the best actors in the industry. That being said he's honest, Oceans 12 was full of monumental levels of suck as was Planet of the Apes. He doesn't claim to make better movies then Clooney or that he's a better actor, how could he after the garbage that is The Happening was released in theaters.
The masturbation that is the Ocean 11,12,13 press junkets is well known and quite sickening in my opinion. Props to Wahlburg for telling it how it is. posted 06/17/2008 at 15:11:37
The masturbation that is the Ocean 11,12,13 press junkets is well known and quite sickening in my opinion. Props to Wahlburg for telling it how it is. posted 06/17/2008 at 15:11:37
Gore Endorses Obama
In what way? Name a political or public figure who is more invested in fighting global warming. He's dedicated his life to it and Obama has already stated that Gore will be a pivotal part of his administration in this regard. posted 06/16/2008 at 20:49:24
Right Wing Outraged: McCain Brags Of Supporting Clinton's Supreme Court Nominees
We Canadians are on pins and needles but if you had asked us four years ago are Americans dumb enough to re-elect George W. Bush we would have said 'hell no'. As it turns out Americans were dumb enough, so my faith right now is in the younger voters, blacks and Latinos. I'm pretty sure in the end white America will be scared into voting for McCain. In the end Obama will be seen as to Black for Reagan democrats and their ilk. posted 06/16/2008 at 18:03:38
Is the right wing really outraged over this? McCain meets with a bunch of seditious 'democrats' and sells out his base for a bunch of turn coats.
Maybe these women were doing Obama a favor after all. posted 06/16/2008 at 10:16:17
Maybe these women were doing Obama a favor after all. posted 06/16/2008 at 10:16:17
America's Prison For Terrorists Often Held The Wrong Men
The United States strategy of using shoddy, misdirected intelligence that in the end hurts innumerable innocent people and takes them away from their families? That's unheard of, I say, unheard of!
Hey, if it's a strategy that's good for American troops then I guess it's good for the detainees as well.
USA! USA! USA! posted 06/16/2008 at 07:00:44
Hey, if it's a strategy that's good for American troops then I guess it's good for the detainees as well.
USA! USA! USA! posted 06/16/2008 at 07:00:44
Obama's Father's Day Speech Urges Black Fathers To Be More Engaged In Raising Their Children
This is besides the fact that he has given a similar speech before. This is nothing new for Obama though it's new for the greater part of America and politics as a whole. posted 06/15/2008 at 23:11:49
He can talk down to absent fathers all he likes. I'm a black man and I see nothing but the hard truth, especially since our communities are suffering because of the lack of positive male role models. If absent fathers feel rebuked and want to go to McCain or stay home, so be it. posted 06/15/2008 at 18:31:37
That's No Lady, That's John McCain's Wife
They should be but they obviously aren't. Don't cry for poor old 100 million dollar Cindy McCain. Let's get real here, the Republicans can't win on the issues so they'll try to win with dirt, misinformation and lies. Ignoring the dirt and taking the high road is exactly what did in John Kerry. This election is too important to go down that road again.
This is what the Republicans do best and it's going to get ugly so get ready for it. posted 06/15/2008 at 11:53:30
This is what the Republicans do best and it's going to get ugly so get ready for it. posted 06/15/2008 at 11:53:30
Tim Russert Dies At Age 58
What?!!
A true shame and a stunning blow to all who love politics. A huge loss to the political scene as a whole. My best wishes go out to his family and friends, a real tragedy. posted 06/13/2008 at 15:41:08
A true shame and a stunning blow to all who love politics. A huge loss to the political scene as a whole. My best wishes go out to his family and friends, a real tragedy. posted 06/13/2008 at 15:41:08
GOP Operative Releases Obama Muslim Ad
This type of attack will be effective. It's a part of the right wing narrative of "do we really know who this guy is" add to is Ayres, Rezko, and Wright and Obama has a real problem, of this fact there can be little doubt.
To say that America is smarter now then they were 4 years ago gives far to much credit to Americans. The home of the brave has been guided by fear for a long time now. Why do you think you're always at war? War helps elect republicans, Bush started an ill advised war then got re-elected because Americans trusted him to get them out of the quagmire that he got you into because he was percieved as being tougher on National defense then the democratic candidate.
The only thing that can really save Obama from such attacks is well known governors Senators and local politicians calling such smear attacks 'typical republican fear mongering tactics' link such tactics to the Bush administration and the propaganda campaign that got Americans into the Iraq war.
Obama and his surrogates need to define his story to the American people before the GOP and 527's do. posted 06/11/2008 at 11:22:01
To say that America is smarter now then they were 4 years ago gives far to much credit to Americans. The home of the brave has been guided by fear for a long time now. Why do you think you're always at war? War helps elect republicans, Bush started an ill advised war then got re-elected because Americans trusted him to get them out of the quagmire that he got you into because he was percieved as being tougher on National defense then the democratic candidate.
The only thing that can really save Obama from such attacks is well known governors Senators and local politicians calling such smear attacks 'typical republican fear mongering tactics' link such tactics to the Bush administration and the propaganda campaign that got Americans into the Iraq war.
Obama and his surrogates need to define his story to the American people before the GOP and 527's do. posted 06/11/2008 at 11:22:01
US Wants 58 Bases In Iraq, Shiite Lawmakers Say
Bush should be impeached but congress brining forth a call for impeachment will just rally the republican base and make a democratic victory far more difficult in November. A Bush impeachment is definitely a justified , feel good idea but in the long run it will do more harm then good. posted 06/09/2008 at 22:24:34
Obama Launching "Joshua Generation Project"
Separation of church and state is like the separation between oil and water. You can't very well say the oil is separated from the water but the water is not seperated from the oil. It just doesn't work that way. That being said there is nothing wrong with being guided by a moral compass born from religion. The problem becomes if you insist that moral judgment extends to, and directly effects, individual rights and freedoms or attempts to usurps high school science for dogmatic teachings. posted 06/10/2008 at 11:19:30
Hmmm...I thought people would have a major problem with this. I'm agnostic but I have no problem with it. I have no problem with faith based religions at all as long as they stay out of personal freedoms. I know Obama's faith also respects those who don't believe as he believes. Good works is good works, plain and simple. posted 06/09/2008 at 20:34:41
McClellan To Testify Before Judiciary Committee
Motive means nothing in the face of truthful testimony. Just because you're out to expose the people who did you wrong doesn't make you a liar. posted 06/09/2008 at 17:32:06
McCain Makes Pitch For Clinton Voters...With ABBA Video
How can McCain's love of ABBA possibly help him with anyone, except for maybe the gay and lesbian voter block. Next thing you know he'll be telling folks he's a huge Cher fan and can't go a year without watching Joseph And The Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat.
McCain's going down in flames come November unless Obama falls apart between now and then. posted 06/09/2008 at 13:27:20
McCain's going down in flames come November unless Obama falls apart between now and then. posted 06/09/2008 at 13:27:20
FOX Ambushes Bill Moyers; Journalists Ambush FOX
"Beautiful."
Too true. posted 06/09/2008 at 14:40:51
Too true. posted 06/09/2008 at 14:40:51
Iraq, Not Economy, Defines Presidential Debate
McCain may want it to be about Iraq but it really really is a loser for him, especially if Obama ties the economy to the war, which for some unknown reason he hasn't done yet. Just wait until gas prises keep rising and Americans are still losing jobs at a record pace.
In any other year the whole idea of democrats being weak on defense might work, not this year.There have been too many failures in the Bush administration and and keeping such policies in place, as McCain is willing to do, is a non-starter in a election year where over 80% of people think America's on the wrong track. posted 06/08/2008 at 11:51:41
In any other year the whole idea of democrats being weak on defense might work, not this year.There have been too many failures in the Bush administration and and keeping such policies in place, as McCain is willing to do, is a non-starter in a election year where over 80% of people think America's on the wrong track. posted 06/08/2008 at 11:51:41
Religious Right Figure Gets Chills: Obama Could Win 40 Percent Of Evangelicals
The GOP are going to have to rely on race baiting. They simply are on the wrong side of all the issues and as far as evangelicals go, McCain has an extremely hard time expressing his faith and love in God, Obama does not. Voters vote for people who best represent them, their country and their beliefs. John McCain is falling behind greatly in this regard. posted 06/06/2008 at 12:21:52
Tom DeLay: 'Unless Obama Proves Me Wrong, He's A Marxist'
Marxist., a word that holds no sway and little meaning in 2008. If this is the best that the GOP has their in bigger trouble then they think. posted 06/06/2008 at 11:49:34
Obama's In Control: No More Lobbyist Contributions To Democratic Party
He should challenge McCain to lead his party in the same direction. They won't of course and that will exemplify the difference between an Obama candidacy and McCain's. posted 06/05/2008 at 12:19:27
But you have to start some where and after only 2 days real, tangible changes are being made. They're will be time for refinement later, as for now this is amazing news. posted 06/05/2008 at 12:15:22
Oprah: "I'm Euphoric" Over Obama Nomination
Oprah's as rich as hell and if adding to her long list of successes includes helping elect the first black president, I imagine it would seem all worth while to her. posted 06/05/2008 at 13:42:21
Hillary Clinton To Suspend Campaign Saturday
I was thinking there was no way she could still stay in it through the weekend and last the lambasting from the Sunday political talk shows. It was the best thing she could do for her career but I still don't think she will aggressively back Obama, it's just not in her to do. posted 06/04/2008 at 18:52:12
Rendell Tells Clinton: Don't Try To Bargain For Vice Presidential Spot
Don't these surrogates understand? She doesn't give a lick what you think or say. You've served out your usefulness and her ace is the 18 million voters who voted for her and she not willing to give that up for party or country until she gets what she wants.
Why is it that the media and Hillary's surrogates keep giving her the benefit of the doubt? Don't they know who she really is, if it wasn't clear before it should be crystal clear now. posted 06/04/2008 at 17:26:40
Why is it that the media and Hillary's surrogates keep giving her the benefit of the doubt? Don't they know who she really is, if it wasn't clear before it should be crystal clear now. posted 06/04/2008 at 17:26:40
Even In Defeat, It's All About Her
It's been contentious but the the words that put fuel on the fire might come from Obama's supporters as they certainly come from Hillary's supporters but here's the difference, they don't come from Obama himself and Hillary's been spewing gas on the fire since Texas with last nights non-concession concession speech being the topper.
This isn't an excuse fort he vitriol but followers take the cues from their leaders and what cues do you think Hillary's speech last night sent to he followers? I'll tell you using their own words.
Denver! Denver! Denver! posted 06/04/2008 at 19:16:46
This isn't an excuse fort he vitriol but followers take the cues from their leaders and what cues do you think Hillary's speech last night sent to he followers? I'll tell you using their own words.
Denver! Denver! Denver! posted 06/04/2008 at 19:16:46
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