May 18, 2008
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OttoMann
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Bush: I Gave Up Golf For The Troops
Playing air guitar, tap dancing, it's all good. But playing golf -- bad for morale. posted 05/13/2008 at 19:51:07
Letterman's Montage Of Anchors (And Hillary Clinton) Mispronouncing Russian President Medvedev's Name
Letterman can't even pronounce "mispronunciation." He says it like three times -- wrong every time. posted 05/13/2008 at 16:31:51
Belief in God 'Childish,' Jews Not Chosen People: Einstein Letter
So now I guess Ben Stein and the Christian Right will have to do another movie, about how Einstein and his godless Theory of Relativity needs to be banned from schools. posted 05/13/2008 at 12:10:52
Dennis Farina Arrested At LAX With Loaded Gun
You mean you can't bring a loaded gun onto an airplane? I hadn't heard.... posted 05/12/2008 at 10:42:16
Is Golf a Sport? Seriously.
Golf is essentially billiards (18-ball instead of 8-ball), played outdoors, on a gigantic "table." Is billiards a sport? Is golf a sport? Is pinball a sport? No, no and no. Neither is auto racing.... posted 05/12/2008 at 16:14:15
Vito Fossella Cries On House Floor After Drunk Driving, Adultery Revelations
Typical Republican, the party of family values. posted 05/08/2008 at 17:21:56
Ten Suggestions for Barack Obama
Your point #1 is so ridiculous, it's hard to take the rest of what you have to say seriously. At first glance I thought you were going to suggest Obama be magnanimous by offering the VP to Hillary, as a public gesture of good will. But you meant it as something she would actually accept! This is the real world, so get real.... posted 05/08/2008 at 00:39:13
Spielberg's the Biggest Director in Hollywood -- So Why's He Cashing In On Indiana Jones Again?
It's George Lucas's film just as much (if not more so) than Spielberg's. Your question was, why is he doing this sequel? Because Lucas wants (needs?) it -- not Spielberg. posted 05/07/2008 at 18:37:12
Research: Conservatives Happier Than Liberals
Of course Conservatives are happier. They live in a world where there's no Global Warming, and George Bush is acceptable as a President.....and on and on..... posted 05/07/2008 at 18:42:20
McCain and Me: Hero Worship Dies Hard (But When It Does...)
So here's the question for you, Arianna: is it that McCain has really changed that much, or is it that he's revealing his more true self now, and the whole idea of "hero worship" in politics is for suckers?
After all, as you say in your book title, "Right is Wrong." They were wrong a decade ago, when McCain was part of that right. He may not have as far to the right (at least in your mind at the time) than the Bushes, but he was still Right, and therefore Wrong. posted 05/06/2008 at 14:11:10
After all, as you say in your book title, "Right is Wrong." They were wrong a decade ago, when McCain was part of that right. He may not have as far to the right (at least in your mind at the time) than the Bushes, but he was still Right, and therefore Wrong. posted 05/06/2008 at 14:11:10
Pabst Drinker Orders Custom Beer-Can Coffin
Yikes! Now, for all eternity, everyone will know this guy had no taste in beer. posted 05/07/2008 at 23:48:20
Black Brains and Green Cheese
Wright's "theory," such as it is, is something pulled completely out of thin air. Like a typical preacher, he just makes something up, and asserts it as "fact."
Does he really believe that there's something physically different in the brain of black people? It's an outrageous -- and completely unsupported -- thing to say. And, by the way, there are more people on this planet than just black and white. So, Rev. Wright, is it only black people who learn that way? Where do Hispanics, Asians, and Native Americans fit into this theory? posted 05/07/2008 at 23:55:00
Does he really believe that there's something physically different in the brain of black people? It's an outrageous -- and completely unsupported -- thing to say. And, by the way, there are more people on this planet than just black and white. So, Rev. Wright, is it only black people who learn that way? Where do Hispanics, Asians, and Native Americans fit into this theory? posted 05/07/2008 at 23:55:00
John Cusack Aims To Offend With "War, Inc"
This sounds like exactly the kind of movie I've been waiting for someone to make! Very few people (especially these days) want to see a serious -- therefore depressing -- movie about Iraq. But something comedic? That, we can handle. posted 05/01/2008 at 16:39:46
Flashback: Read McCain's 'Mission Accomplished' Iraq Speech
I love that McCain quotation, "Well, then why was there a banner that said mission accomplished on the aircraft carrier?" See, everyone? There was a banner! Now all we need is someone to hang up a banner that says "The Iraq war is over," and then we could say, sorry Senator McCain, we know you want to continue the war, but there's a banner.... posted 05/01/2008 at 15:24:00
Debate: Do Pets Make Us Happier?
I lot of the cons you cite are really specific to having a dog, as opposed to say, cats. With cats, it's no big deal to go away for a long weekend, but with a dog that's out of the question without making arrangements. posted 04/30/2008 at 14:32:02
Scarlett Johansson's First Music Video: Watch And Listen
The voice sounds weak, but it's hard to tell, because it's so over-processed. As a singer, she's a very pretty actress.... posted 04/29/2008 at 15:47:24
Tom Cruise On Oprah: Sneak Peak Of Snowmobiles And Tough Questions (VIDEO)
A sneak "peak"? What is this, a stealth mountain climb? (Might want to take a closer peek at the headline....) posted 04/28/2008 at 17:41:10
Roger Waters Closes Coachella With Giant Pig
I'm pretty sure the pig came out during the song "Sheep." Although it would have made sense during the song "Pigs," he hasn't been playing that song in these recent tours. posted 04/28/2008 at 11:38:53
DNC Iraq McCain Ad Sparks Controversy: Watch Video
The key line, even more than "100 years" is him saying, "That'd be fine with me." Even after five years, it's not fine with me, nor with most Americans. And that's the most important point to keep hammering home in the next six months: McCain is "fine" with the situation; sane Americans are not fine with it; therefore, McCain is a completely unacceptable choice as our next President. posted 04/27/2008 at 11:15:37
Movie Theatre Etiquette: Why Can't We Get Tougher on People Who Use Cell Phones?
I prefer viewing films at home. With the advent of large, wide screen TVs and 5.1 surround audio -- not to mention every comfort and convenience of home -- there's nothing preferable about the cinema experience any more.
Yes, there's a communal experience to watching a comedy in a packed theater when everyone's laughing together, and a contagiousness, but that's it -- and even then it's usually negated by the overall annoying behavior of the ignorant jerks who act as if they're watching a ball game at home with their buddies. posted 04/23/2008 at 12:01:03
Yes, there's a communal experience to watching a comedy in a packed theater when everyone's laughing together, and a contagiousness, but that's it -- and even then it's usually negated by the overall annoying behavior of the ignorant jerks who act as if they're watching a ball game at home with their buddies. posted 04/23/2008 at 12:01:03
Paul McCartney: Go Vegetarian To Save The Planet
So many people think things need to be all or nothing. There should be a campaign:
EAT LESS MEAT
I wouldn't expect others to completely give up meat as I have, but just as smoking 4 cigarettes is better than smoking a whole pack, consuming less meat is better (for your body and the environment) than consuming more.
But some people act as if a person has to quit smoking completely, otherwise they may as well continue to smoke a whole pack. Which of course is nonsense. Likewise with being green. Because someone flies in a jet, they shouldn't concern themselves with other conservation efforts? By that logic, no one should say anything about conservation, because we've all sinned green.... posted 04/21/2008 at 21:48:54
EAT LESS MEAT
I wouldn't expect others to completely give up meat as I have, but just as smoking 4 cigarettes is better than smoking a whole pack, consuming less meat is better (for your body and the environment) than consuming more.
But some people act as if a person has to quit smoking completely, otherwise they may as well continue to smoke a whole pack. Which of course is nonsense. Likewise with being green. Because someone flies in a jet, they shouldn't concern themselves with other conservation efforts? By that logic, no one should say anything about conservation, because we've all sinned green.... posted 04/21/2008 at 21:48:54
The Open Road at $3.99 a Gallon
I drove around the entire country in late 2001. I remember being in Yellowstone, and the gas was (as you would expect) higher than elsewhere: $2.00 a gallon. Living in PA, I had never in my life seen gas that high -- nowadays it would be considered an incredible bargain! This was only 6 1/2 years ago.
The only issue I take with the article is this: "you will see that every city, large and small, sprung up in a place where it made sense to exist ." Ummm, ever been to Vegas? It's the largest growing city in America, year after year, located in the most ludicrous place you could pick. posted 04/21/2008 at 15:35:28
The only issue I take with the article is this: "you will see that every city, large and small, sprung up in a place where it made sense to exist ." Ummm, ever been to Vegas? It's the largest growing city in America, year after year, located in the most ludicrous place you could pick. posted 04/21/2008 at 15:35:28
No YouTube Left Behind
There's an old punch line, "You can lead a whore to water, but you can't make her think."
Your typical student can't name the things that we (your typical Huff Post reader) think they should know. Why? Because they have no interest in knowing.
In the same way that the poor get poorer, the dumb get dumber... posted 04/19/2008 at 23:43:18
Your typical student can't name the things that we (your typical Huff Post reader) think they should know. Why? Because they have no interest in knowing.
In the same way that the poor get poorer, the dumb get dumber... posted 04/19/2008 at 23:43:18
The Last Lecture and Living in Technicolor
What loss? Did you actually read the article?? Besides the gain of perspective, she wrote, "this family member started a new treatment which, miraculously, is working(!). posted 04/19/2008 at 10:03:06
Saving the Woods is Class Prejudice
So then use a different argument. Saving open spaces, wooded or otherwise, is important for a lot of reasons. Let me ask you something: Is protecting property value really the primary reason you want to save the woods to begin with? I mean, really? It seems like you're reaching with that tactic.
My advice is to keep your argument grounded -- so to speak -- on the primary issues that ANY community, anywhere in the US, would use to argue for preserving open spaces. Property values, if it's even on the list at all, would certainly be at the bottom. posted 04/18/2008 at 08:43:39
My advice is to keep your argument grounded -- so to speak -- on the primary issues that ANY community, anywhere in the US, would use to argue for preserving open spaces. Property values, if it's even on the list at all, would certainly be at the bottom. posted 04/18/2008 at 08:43:39
No More "Green" Issues, Please
When I see a cover mentioning "green," to me it's no different than a food product that says it's "low-carb" or "low fat" or "heart healthy" or whatever the current buzz word is. Green is hot, so everything is green, or carbon neutral, or whatever. It's all pandering. posted 04/18/2008 at 09:31:01
Bill Cosby Raps On New Album
The Headline reads: Bill Cosby Raps on New Album. Third paragraph of the story, first sentence: "I do not rap on any of these things," Cosby told The Associated Press on Monday.
This is where are today -- even Huff Post is in on it. Apparently, the headline need not have any bearing on the story it headlines. It can, in fact, state something that's the exact polar opposite of what's in the story. posted 04/17/2008 at 12:53:58
This is where are today -- even Huff Post is in on it. Apparently, the headline need not have any bearing on the story it headlines. It can, in fact, state something that's the exact polar opposite of what's in the story. posted 04/17/2008 at 12:53:58
HuffPost Daily Dose Of Cute
Is that actually a cat? It looks like a seal pup. posted 04/14/2008 at 15:20:41
Trent Lott As A Lobbyist: "I Haven't Paid For Lunch In 30 Years"
This is the problem with Career Politicians. They're professionally out of touch. posted 04/13/2008 at 11:35:07
On Killer Molasses
Sounds suspicious, based on the timing. A distillery having its key ingredient dumped right on the eve of prohibition legislation. Alco-terrorism. posted 04/12/2008 at 11:41:50
Ben Stein: Front Man for Creationism's Manufactroversy
What's most laughable is his phrase "half-baked suppositions." What Stein can't grasp is that it doesn't matter who wrote "The Origin of Species." It could have been anyone -- the scientific community doesn't care, they're going to give the thesis the same scrutiny as anyone else's. When Stein takes on Darwin, he's really taking on all scientists of the last hundred-plus years.
Would Stein also say that the writings of Stephen J Gould and Carl Sagan were also "half-baked"? Because they concluded that Darwin's science was sound.
It's also interesting that Stein uses the words "torture" and "misery." Think of Galileo. Inquisition, anyone? posted 04/13/2008 at 11:22:24
Would Stein also say that the writings of Stephen J Gould and Carl Sagan were also "half-baked"? Because they concluded that Darwin's science was sound.
It's also interesting that Stein uses the words "torture" and "misery." Think of Galileo. Inquisition, anyone? posted 04/13/2008 at 11:22:24
Ben Stein is one of those people who, when speaking, comes off as an intellectual, and therefore intelligent and wise. But he's a doofus. A Nixon-loving, conservative, stuck-in-an-old-mentality fool.
Nothing in the ancient creation stories is supported by facts. And unless they ever are, there's no reason to give them credence.
I love (actually, hate) the way people who are not scientists have the gall to question things beyond their scope, that have been vetted by the scientific community. And here's the bottom line: Darwin's writings have been around for over a hundred years; during that time they have been scrutinized by scientists all over the world. Darwin has been vetted by scientists the world over, from all nationalities and beliefs, for a CENTURY -- probably more so than any scientist, including Einstein. Only someone willfully out of touch would have the balls to say, "I still disagree, simply because I don't feel comfortable with the findings." posted 04/11/2008 at 17:45:44
Nothing in the ancient creation stories is supported by facts. And unless they ever are, there's no reason to give them credence.
I love (actually, hate) the way people who are not scientists have the gall to question things beyond their scope, that have been vetted by the scientific community. And here's the bottom line: Darwin's writings have been around for over a hundred years; during that time they have been scrutinized by scientists all over the world. Darwin has been vetted by scientists the world over, from all nationalities and beliefs, for a CENTURY -- probably more so than any scientist, including Einstein. Only someone willfully out of touch would have the balls to say, "I still disagree, simply because I don't feel comfortable with the findings." posted 04/11/2008 at 17:45:44
What does being Jewish have to do with it? You see, there's the New Testament, and there's the Old Testament. The creation myth is in the Old. Ever hear the phrase "Judeo-Christian"? It means the Old Testament, the part of the bible both faiths have in common. There's nothing specifically Christian about believing in Moses, for example, or any of the other ancient stories. (I'm amazed you didn't know this.) posted 04/11/2008 at 17:37:00
Vanilla Ice Arrested For Battery
This was over a bedroom set?? I guess they were buying the kind that has two separate beds.... posted 04/11/2008 at 13:13:48
American Idol "Shout to the Lord" Controversy and Results
"Here's to you, Mrs. Robinson
Shepherd loves you more than you will know..." posted 04/11/2008 at 00:32:10
Shepherd loves you more than you will know..." posted 04/11/2008 at 00:32:10
Staying Grounded
If I'm going, say, from Philly to Boston, it used to be a no-brainer that it would be quicker (and more convenient) to fly. Now, not necessarily. if I have to drive down to the airport, park my car, get the shuttle to the counter two hours prior to departure; then land in Boston, wait to deplane, wait for luggage, and get the rental car -- by that point it wouldn't be much sooner than just driving straight up from my house. (Especially the way flights are so often delayed.) Plus, no restrictions on how much luggage I can take (nor the chance of my luggage being lost). And I can be in my own space, my own music, my own food....
Flying is a last resort for me. posted 04/15/2008 at 10:16:12
Flying is a last resort for me. posted 04/15/2008 at 10:16:12
The Most Popular Movies of All Time are Chick Flicks
I disagree. "Chick flick" is guy term that essentially means "a movie ONLY chicks would be drawn to." Typically, these are romantic comedies that are more about the romance than the comedy. The films cited above are hybrids. Titanic was an epic disaster flick fused with a romance story -- Poseidon Adventure meets Love Story.
What you're really saying is that if studios want to repeat that success, they should be developing hybrids of romance stories (chick flick plots) in an epic backdrop. Which is essentially what Atonement was, BTW.
I also disagree with the larger premise of this blog. Instead of spending $300 million trying to make a blockbuster, they should spend $50 million attempting to make six great films; I bet they'd even out in the end, in the overall box office, if they use good filmmakers and let them do their thing. posted 04/10/2008 at 15:50:04
What you're really saying is that if studios want to repeat that success, they should be developing hybrids of romance stories (chick flick plots) in an epic backdrop. Which is essentially what Atonement was, BTW.
I also disagree with the larger premise of this blog. Instead of spending $300 million trying to make a blockbuster, they should spend $50 million attempting to make six great films; I bet they'd even out in the end, in the overall box office, if they use good filmmakers and let them do their thing. posted 04/10/2008 at 15:50:04
Bush Gets Emotional Tuesday, Talks About Drinking On Wednesday
The Emperor's New Tears
OR
George "Crocodile" Bush posted 04/09/2008 at 18:36:12
OR
George "Crocodile" Bush posted 04/09/2008 at 18:36:12
CULTURE ZOHN: Give It Up for Paul Simon
One of my all-time favorite songwriters. And, often overlooked, one of the great guitar players, as any musician knows who tries to learn some of his songs. Some of them would be great just hearing the guitar part by itself, sans vocals: Something So Right, Old Friends, American Tune.
His most under-rated album is "You're The One." It kind of came and went when released in 2001, but contains several of his best songs: Love, Old, Darling Lorraine, and the hilarious Pigs, Sheep, and Wolves.
And of course, Simon is also a great lyricist. "Love" takes on particular significance in this post-9/11 world:
"The price that we pay
When evil walks the planet
And love is crushed like clay
The master races, the chosen peoples
The burning temples, the weeping cathedrals" posted 04/11/2008 at 13:06:09
His most under-rated album is "You're The One." It kind of came and went when released in 2001, but contains several of his best songs: Love, Old, Darling Lorraine, and the hilarious Pigs, Sheep, and Wolves.
And of course, Simon is also a great lyricist. "Love" takes on particular significance in this post-9/11 world:
"The price that we pay
When evil walks the planet
And love is crushed like clay
The master races, the chosen peoples
The burning temples, the weeping cathedrals" posted 04/11/2008 at 13:06:09
Top 5 Sexiest Spiritual Icons
Yes, that's George playing guitar. And it's Jeff Lynne, not Jeff Beck!
George's son Dhani and Lynne played some rhythm guitars and added backing vocals to fill out and sweeten the final recording, but George is doing all the lead vocals and lead guitar. Brainwashed was intended to be his swan song; he knew he might not finish it, but he laid down all the main tracks and trusted Jeff Lynne to finish it properly.
"If you don't where you're going
Any road will take you there." posted 04/11/2008 at 17:57:14
George's son Dhani and Lynne played some rhythm guitars and added backing vocals to fill out and sweeten the final recording, but George is doing all the lead vocals and lead guitar. Brainwashed was intended to be his swan song; he knew he might not finish it, but he laid down all the main tracks and trusted Jeff Lynne to finish it properly.
"If you don't where you're going
Any road will take you there." posted 04/11/2008 at 17:57:14
I agree. Have you heard "Brainwashed"? It was his final, posthumously released album, and I think it's his most consistent set of songs. It's a great listen all the way through -- and contains a lot of spiritual lyrics, too, BTW -- and the title track should be played loudly everywhere throughout this election cycle. There's also an instrumental track that is the most beautiful thing he's ever done. posted 04/11/2008 at 08:54:28
Think of George Harrison. He's a spiritual icon. Now, by comparison, think of Madonna. Who the hell associates Madonna with spiritualism??? posted 04/10/2008 at 09:40:43
A nun -- sexy? How can someone who is sexless be sexy? It reminds me of a Mr. Show sketch, where an exasperated person finally concludes, "You don't know what words mean, do you?" posted 04/09/2008 at 13:43:39
General Petraeus: "We Haven't Turned Any Corners. We Haven't Seen Any Lights At The End Of The Tunnel"
"Restroom Republican"! Love it! And I'm going to have to steal it, thank you! posted 04/09/2008 at 02:26:08
New Book: McCain Once Physically Attacked Fellow Congressman
Who calls their own wife a cunt? I'm divorced, and even I never went THAT low. posted 04/08/2008 at 11:24:53
On Journalism
What a lot of people don't seem to realize, particularly journalists themselves, is that WRITING is the least important aspect of journalism. The most important is REPORTING, which is the least fun, the least sexy, and the most time-consuming. As Moyers points out, they're often trying to uncover truths that the subject is trying to keep hidden. That takes a lot of hard work and perseverance.
Most writers, of all stripes, are inherently lazy. These days so many "reporters" are mere stenographers, enablers of the Press Release Era we're in. Alleged facts go unchallenged, and the ones in power are allowed to frame the issues, and spin everything their way.
These days, we are so much more like the Soviet Union was in the mid 20th century, where the press acts (or does nothing at all) out of fear of the federal government. And a lot it has to do with the monopolization of the media outlets, which are primarily owned by a handful of companies. Generally, the larger the company, the more conservative they are in terms of appeasing the lowest common denominator. Not only is everything dumbed down and oversimplified, but "bad" news is filtered out. posted 04/07/2008 at 14:20:50
Most writers, of all stripes, are inherently lazy. These days so many "reporters" are mere stenographers, enablers of the Press Release Era we're in. Alleged facts go unchallenged, and the ones in power are allowed to frame the issues, and spin everything their way.
These days, we are so much more like the Soviet Union was in the mid 20th century, where the press acts (or does nothing at all) out of fear of the federal government. And a lot it has to do with the monopolization of the media outlets, which are primarily owned by a handful of companies. Generally, the larger the company, the more conservative they are in terms of appeasing the lowest common denominator. Not only is everything dumbed down and oversimplified, but "bad" news is filtered out. posted 04/07/2008 at 14:20:50
McCain: Democrats' Stance on Iraq Flawed
yep, situation normal, as in SNAFU. posted 04/07/2008 at 14:54:36
Experienced Reporters Unwanted
My favorite is their need to give live shots to show us that they are out there in the field reporting, even when's there's nothing to show. "I'm standing live outside the building where something happened hours ago. Of course, as you can see behind me, there's nothing happening now, so I could just as well report this from the studio, saving money. Now let's go to an overhead shot from out Terrific Chopper Tracker, showing more nothingness."
BTW, I just saw a promo for one of the local newscasts here in Philly, where they were proudly displaying their five (5!) meteorologists they have on their news team. Talk about a waste of money! They could get rid of every one of them, as far as I'm concerned -- cut out the weather segment entirely and spend more time on, oh......let's think........maybe............more actual news? And when the weather actually matters, the anchor could simply say, "The National Weather Service is predicting blah, blah, blah," and then get on with the news. posted 04/07/2008 at 14:44:02
BTW, I just saw a promo for one of the local newscasts here in Philly, where they were proudly displaying their five (5!) meteorologists they have on their news team. Talk about a waste of money! They could get rid of every one of them, as far as I'm concerned -- cut out the weather segment entirely and spend more time on, oh......let's think........maybe............more actual news? And when the weather actually matters, the anchor could simply say, "The National Weather Service is predicting blah, blah, blah," and then get on with the news. posted 04/07/2008 at 14:44:02
Paul McCartney Remembers Linda In His Own Words
Ang4ever: here's the documentation you apparently covet so much. Paul showed up at Twickenham Studios in January 1969 with this new song, which he played for the first time while the cameras rolled. He taught it to the other Beatles as they arrived. John played bass. It's ON FILM, genius. But of course, you'll believe whatever you want, obviously. So I'll make it easy for you: Every Beatles song you like was written by someone other than Paul, because he couldn't possibly have written something good. posted 04/08/2008 at 11:37:50
You're completely ignorant, on so many levels. There's nothing "speculative" whatsoever about the authorship of Long and Winding Road. It's all documented in the Let It Be film, as well as famous interviews with John where he clearly spells out who wrote what.
(The only Beatles song where there is ANY dispute of any kind over authorship is In My Life, where John says he wrote it by myself, and Paul says he came up with some of the music.) posted 04/07/2008 at 17:36:22
(The only Beatles song where there is ANY dispute of any kind over authorship is In My Life, where John says he wrote it by myself, and Paul says he came up with some of the music.) posted 04/07/2008 at 17:36:22
Survey: "19% Say USA on Right Track." Who ARE These People?
Well, for the 19% (or 14%) their "logic" works this way: America is infallibly the greatest country in the world; whatever America does must therefore be the right thing; America is on the right track.
Of course, this also means America could never be on the wrong track; to admit so would be to allow the possibility that America is NOT the greatest country in the world. And that would be heresy.
You'd probably get the same results if you asked, "Is it possible, even remotely, that the religious beliefs instilled in you since childhood could, perhaps, be wrong?" posted 04/05/2008 at 19:22:56
Of course, this also means America could never be on the wrong track; to admit so would be to allow the possibility that America is NOT the greatest country in the world. And that would be heresy.
You'd probably get the same results if you asked, "Is it possible, even remotely, that the religious beliefs instilled in you since childhood could, perhaps, be wrong?" posted 04/05/2008 at 19:22:56
What Did Bill Clinton Do To Get $15M From Ron Burkle?
I didn't know know Bill Clinton was an expert financial advisor....
The real question of course, is, what does Burkle expect to receive in return? Advice? Yeah right. posted 04/04/2008 at 22:32:59
The real question of course, is, what does Burkle expect to receive in return? Advice? Yeah right. posted 04/04/2008 at 22:32:59
On Obama Not Going to Memphis
Why wasn't Obama in Memphis? Because he's running for President! Duh!
I never put a lot of tradition behind "celebrating" the date someone died, as opposed to the date they were born, or had some special accomplishment. Especially when they were murdered. If you want to, fine, but it takes a lot of gall to INSIST everyone else do what you do. posted 04/04/2008 at 22:36:23
I never put a lot of tradition behind "celebrating" the date someone died, as opposed to the date they were born, or had some special accomplishment. Especially when they were murdered. If you want to, fine, but it takes a lot of gall to INSIST everyone else do what you do. posted 04/04/2008 at 22:36:23
McCain Booed At Martin Luther King Speech: Watch The Video
By saying he was largely unaware of King's importance, he's essentially saying, "I've been completely out of touch with even the most basic events in my own country. But I should be President."
Of course, we all know he's full of crap.... posted 04/04/2008 at 13:29:19
Of course, we all know he's full of crap.... posted 04/04/2008 at 13:29:19
Was James Earl Ray Martin Luther King's Killer? Doubts Remain
One aspect of the MLK most Americans seem to forget, or never knew to begin with: Unlike other famous assassinations, Ray was not immediately arrested. He disappeared -- first to Canada, then England. His ability to stealthily take flight, and finance that flight, indicates some kind of guilt. However, it also indicates some kind of collusion. How could a "lone" nut pull this off?
I think Ray was a nut, and not innocent. However, was he alone? It seems almost impossible to fathom that some impulsive, disgruntled loser could have pulled off both the hit, and the escape.
I recommend reading up on the post-assassination manhunt; it's the forgotten part of the story. posted 04/04/2008 at 12:43:59
I think Ray was a nut, and not innocent. However, was he alone? It seems almost impossible to fathom that some impulsive, disgruntled loser could have pulled off both the hit, and the escape.
I recommend reading up on the post-assassination manhunt; it's the forgotten part of the story. posted 04/04/2008 at 12:43:59
Rhodes Says Air America Breached Her Contract
klondiker is dead on here. Soooo many Americans don't understand the Free Speech issue in the First Amendment. This is simply a matter of an employee embarrassing the employer. posted 04/03/2008 at 23:13:22
How To Live To 100 - Nine Healthy Habits
On #1 it says to ditch the "lead-blower." I'm sure you meant leaf-blower, but what you said might have been good advice for Gov. Spitzer. posted 04/03/2008 at 19:28:44
Yogurt And Lies
I stopped eating yogurt for all the reasons you two stated.
However, there was a time when I made my own yogurt from low fat milk. I would sweeten by stirring in a teaspoon of spreadable fruit (no sugar, just fruit) and then real fruit: mandarin oranges, or blueberries, or whatever is in season.
But I agree with the general notion that it's just as well skipped entirely. The delusion was, it's yogurt so of course it's healthy. Just eat the fruit by itself -- what a concept! posted 04/05/2008 at 11:14:22
However, there was a time when I made my own yogurt from low fat milk. I would sweeten by stirring in a teaspoon of spreadable fruit (no sugar, just fruit) and then real fruit: mandarin oranges, or blueberries, or whatever is in season.
But I agree with the general notion that it's just as well skipped entirely. The delusion was, it's yogurt so of course it's healthy. Just eat the fruit by itself -- what a concept! posted 04/05/2008 at 11:14:22
Rock Criticism 101: If you can't say something nice...
It just shows that the only qualification for a critic, of any medium (music, film, theater, TV, etc.) is writing ability. Judgement, taste, historical perspective, knowledge of the medium they're reviewing? Not applicable. Ability to recognize a classic -- or dud -- at the time of issue? Unnecessary; this thing's being printed now. posted 04/03/2008 at 19:51:36
John McCain Is A Big F*cking Whore
Well said.
McCain is a "maverick" the same way a whore is "an escort." posted 04/03/2008 at 19:14:14
McCain is a "maverick" the same way a whore is "an escort." posted 04/03/2008 at 19:14:14
Letterman And McCain Trade Barbs On "Late Show"
McCain looks like the guy who never learns anything from previous wars. posted 04/02/2008 at 05:31:46
DVDs: Is Tim Burton Any Good?
You thought I said I didn't like Gilliam? Really? What part of "(Gilliam) has produced so many more great, memorable, gotta-have-on-DVD films" wasn't clear? I had even prefaced that by saying "And what a difference!"
No biggie, I'll assume you read it quickly.... posted 04/02/2008 at 20:47:13
No biggie, I'll assume you read it quickly.... posted 04/02/2008 at 20:47:13
I made the initial comparison of Gilliam and Burton, and stand by it. My point being that the director most similar to Burton in terms of being very visual and creative with sets and costumes and somewhat hallucinogenic style is Gilliam. The difference, as originally stated, is that Gilliam has been more successful artistically, while tragically being nowhere near as successful commercially. Gilliam has much more troubling getting financing than Burton, apparently. posted 04/02/2008 at 08:39:31
Wow, Michael, you are dead on with this one. I hadn't really thought about his career this way, but yeah, you see a Burton flick, enjoy it while still being disappointed, and then move on. I haven't felt the urge to buy any of his films on DVD (and I have a lot); the only one I'd like to get someday is Ed Wood, which I agree is his best.
The one director most comparable to Burton is Terry Gilliam. And what a difference! Gilliam, whose films have nowhere near the box office take as Burton's, has produced so many more great, memorable, gotta-have-on-DVD films. (There's no justice, is there?) posted 03/31/2008 at 21:59:25
The one director most comparable to Burton is Terry Gilliam. And what a difference! Gilliam, whose films have nowhere near the box office take as Burton's, has produced so many more great, memorable, gotta-have-on-DVD films. (There's no justice, is there?) posted 03/31/2008 at 21:59:25
How to Avoid a Democratic Disaster
"...a painfully botched grand opportunity..." That's the Democrats' specialty, isn't it?
I'm not trying to be snide. As a collective entity, the Democrats seem incapable of taking a breath, stepping back, and seeing the big picture. Unfortunately for our country, the Republicans have been really good at that, which explains their dominance for the last three decades (!) despite the fact that they have never actually represented the majority viewpoint.
I can't help feeling that if the Dems once again snatch defeat from victory it will be another long period before they have an opportunity as golden as this one. posted 03/31/2008 at 21:45:35
I'm not trying to be snide. As a collective entity, the Democrats seem incapable of taking a breath, stepping back, and seeing the big picture. Unfortunately for our country, the Republicans have been really good at that, which explains their dominance for the last three decades (!) despite the fact that they have never actually represented the majority viewpoint.
I can't help feeling that if the Dems once again snatch defeat from victory it will be another long period before they have an opportunity as golden as this one. posted 03/31/2008 at 21:45:35
Singer Sean Levert Dies, 39, Dies In Jail
I can sympathize, except for the part about not paying child support. What a dumb reason to go to jail -- it'd be one thing if he was, say, avoiding paying taxes, but child support? posted 03/31/2008 at 18:55:40
John McCain's Biography Tour To Show How War Dominates His World View
McCain and his supporters constantly tout his being a Vietnam veteran as something that will make him a great Commander-In-Chief. But, he obviously learned nothing from that experience. Compare him to John Kerry: Kerry comes home from Vietnam and becomes an activist to end the war. McCain comes home and thinks, let's keep this thing going.
He's clueless and out touch, all of which has nothing to do with his age, because he's apparently always been that way. Oh, but he's a maverick.... posted 03/31/2008 at 12:34:48
He's clueless and out touch, all of which has nothing to do with his age, because he's apparently always been that way. Oh, but he's a maverick.... posted 03/31/2008 at 12:34:48
Steve Martin And Diane Keaton Reteam For Comedy
There used to be a time when I'd hear there was a new Steve Martin movie coming out and I'd think, "That's probably going to be funny." Now, after soooo many bad choices, I think, "That's probably NOT going to be funny." posted 03/31/2008 at 11:50:23
President Bush Booed At Baseball Game
I wish he would come here to Philly for the season opener on Monday against the Nationals. We can show Washingtonians how to give a proper "welcome." Even relatively popular politicians get booed when they throw out the first pitch. Imagine how loudly Philly would "greet" him. Of course, he would never dare.... posted 03/31/2008 at 00:24:10
Hooked on Hillary
"Let them vote..." In other words, let them be stupid. Here in my home state of PA, every poll shows Hillary winning the April 22 primary. But why, why, why? What's wrong with the Dems, collectively? They know she can't win, and by voting for Obama it would be over by the end of that evening. But instead, they enable the whole dragging out process by insisting on still voting for her. It's all part of a continuum for the last several decades, where the Dems can't see the bigger strategy: Winning In November. So, apparently they're saying to themselves things like "I prefer her," or "I was planning on voting for her months ago, and I'm not changing course now." Instead of saying, "We always lose to the Republicans, so let's make sure McCain goes down in November by wrapping up this part of the campaign pronto, so we can get on to the REAL campaign." (I'm a life-long Independent, and the Dems continue to do these kinds of things -- the things that give me no reason to join their party. To twist Groucho: I wouldn't want to belong to any organization that would be this consistently stupid.) posted 03/30/2008 at 17:22:10
Bill Maher's Hillary Clinton Monologue: "Get Elected Or Lie Trying"
No, say it isn't so! A guy who formerly hosted a show called "Politically Incorrect," doing jokes that are................wait for it..............politically incorrect??? I never would have expected that. posted 03/29/2008 at 17:35:10
5 Ways To Mess Up With Bread
Good tips. I would add that when buying whole wheat bread, they are not all the same. Don't be fooled by the "wholesome" claims on the packaging -- look at the ingredients. When the third ingredient listed is high fructose corn syrup, put it down and find a better one. Unfortunately, most of us grew up with white bread sandwiches, and it takes half a lifetime to break that habit. But, if your sandwich has good stuff in it, you won't notice the bread, and eventually will learn to like it. I'm at the point now where regular whole wheat bread (the kind with all the high fructose corn syrup) tastes too plain. posted 03/29/2008 at 15:35:54
Stop-Loss: This Generation's Deer Hunter
It's good to see you've come around. It's surprising, though, that it took you so long. If a film like Deer Hunter, or the new one out now, can turn you around, then you need to see more films: Full Metal Jacket (which shows, more clearly than any movie ever, how the military takes innocents and turns them into killers); In the Valley of Elah (which shows how the experience of combat can permanently fuck up a young person's morality); Badland (a completely ignored film from 2007 that shows, as did Coming Home, the difficulty of a vet dealing with his post-war trauma); and finally, Apocalypse Now (which shows the general madness of the whole thing. And then of course, there are two films from 1970 that should have clarified all this for you years ago: MASH and Catch-22. posted 03/28/2008 at 16:10:23
Woman Says TSA Forced Piercings Removal
Yeah, the irony here is that whole screening process is a farce to begin with. A big show to create the illusion of safety. Or, more to the point, to create the illusion that they're on top of things. Take off your shoes, occasionally get pulled aside for the bigger Dog and Pony act. Effective? Yes, if you're trying to create the illusion; no, if you're actually trying to prevent a future 9/11 (which is not going to involve airplanes anyway, you can be sure. Anything but). posted 03/30/2008 at 19:16:07
25% of Anti-Obama Dems Think He's a Muslim
Well, if he IS a Muslim, then the whole Rev. Wright thing is a complete non-issue, right? posted 03/28/2008 at 13:55:20
Backwards Day! Wherein We Call Out The Celeb Media For Referring To A Fact As A Rumor
There's nothing odd about that. Both are examples of bad journalism. posted 03/30/2008 at 15:01:03
Videos: Jesus Found In The Darnedest Places
It's only a matter of time before someone finds: a skid mark in the shape of Jesus!
The funniest part of all this nonsense is, you see what resembles a human face, with a beard. Why is it Jesus? It could just as well be, say, Bin Laden. Or just some scummy homeless dude. Hey, I just saw the face of a crusty old prospector in the tissue after I blew my nose. What, you say that's Jesus?? Hey, you're right -- alert the media! Praise allah....I mean, ummm, Jesus. posted 03/27/2008 at 12:08:58
The funniest part of all this nonsense is, you see what resembles a human face, with a beard. Why is it Jesus? It could just as well be, say, Bin Laden. Or just some scummy homeless dude. Hey, I just saw the face of a crusty old prospector in the tissue after I blew my nose. What, you say that's Jesus?? Hey, you're right -- alert the media! Praise allah....I mean, ummm, Jesus. posted 03/27/2008 at 12:08:58
Will Ferrell is the Laziest Person in Hollywood
Actually, Tina Fey's next film (with Amy Poehler) comes out next month. posted 03/21/2008 at 21:39:10
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