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Pennsylvania Primary Arrives: What's At Stake?

If there are truly ballots without Obama's name on them, provisional or not, then someone should be prosecuted, period. There is absolutely no excuse for that to happen. None. Kinda reminds me of Florida. posted 04/22/2008 at 12:41:20

Hillary Clinton On Countdown: I Believe In Deathbed Conversions

It is ok for her to have alliances with controversial figures, even by association. It is not alright for her opponents of either party to do the same. posted 04/21/2008 at 22:19:55

PA Primary: Obama, Cinton Battle Over Who's More Pro-Gun

Being pro-gun is not a bad thing. Supporting the constitution is a good thing. Problem is, she won't commit to restoring the constitution.

http://www.thenation.com/blogs/campaignmatters?pid=239574

http://www.liberalvaluesblog.com/?p=2856 posted 04/21/2008 at 22:28:11
I thought Keith was giving her lowball questions, and he let her talk without interruption. posted 04/21/2008 at 22:25:15
All I can say is, if you live in Illinois, you can still have guns. There it is. posted 04/21/2008 at 18:47:23

Is Wednesday D-Day For Superdelegates?

No, Wednesday is not D-Day. posted 04/21/2008 at 22:39:13

Bill Clinton: Hillary Would Be Winning Under GOP Primary Rules

The DNC cannot control how the states conduct their primaries. How they select their delegates is up to each state to decide. Historically, caucuses came before actual primary voting, and many states still cling to the historical way of doing things. So what is your point? Since the DNC can't change these, then the campaigns must adjust to allow for them.

As far as "Obama supporters flooding the caucuses" argument, perhaps the answer is a simple one. Maybe there were simply more Obama supporters. posted 04/21/2008 at 19:40:36
Well, Bill, since you have experience in how the democratic system works, then your wife should have known exactly how the system worked and ran her campaign accordingly. For that matter, she should have known how the system worked even without your input and planned accordingly. posted 04/21/2008 at 18:29:55

Next Version Of Telecom Immunity Will Be For Halliburton

War profiteering is already a crime. But there is no Department of Justice now to enforce it. posted 04/21/2008 at 22:36:02

Swiftboated or Suckered -- It Still Means Losing

If Obama gets the nomination, the biggest problem with having Hillary as a VP is the elephant in the closet, Bill Clinton. No way. posted 04/21/2008 at 22:37:44

Hillary Clinton Ad Features Osama Bin Laden: Campaign AdWatch

When all else fails, resort to a Republican fear tactic. posted 04/21/2008 at 14:49:00

Clinton Camp Marred By Distrust, Lacks Leadership

For a while, I thought that Hillary was simply plagued by a bunch of bad people on her campaign staff. However, as they keep leaving (or being demoted), one cannot help but wonder if the problems don't start at the top, since nothing seems to change. posted 04/21/2008 at 14:51:46

Secretary Gates Slams Air Force: Getting Them To Send Equipment To Iraq "Like Pulling Teeth"

Isn't the Air Force the main guardians of our nuclear arsenal? Didn't they have a run-in with higher-up over some nukes going the wrong way against command orders, that were later found? Bigger question is, who really gave the orders to move the nukes over the system of command in place and why?
Is Gates retaliating over the Generals that handed out severe discipline over the incident? posted 04/21/2008 at 18:41:56
Perhaps the Air Force knows what the real score is. I don't think they take anything lightly. posted 04/21/2008 at 11:38:53

Condoleezza Rice Mocks Al-Sadr As A Coward

Stupid, stupid comments to make against Al Sadr. Did she check her brain at the airport somewhere and is it lost? Seriously, she is supposed to be a diplomat. She apparently wants the militia he commands to kill more Americans. posted 04/21/2008 at 11:44:46

No More Spin: Clinton, Pennsylvania And The Party

With all the time that they have had to prepare for this primary, if there are indeed provisional paper ballots without Obama's name on them, then I fully expect there should be prosecution of those responsible for the ballots. Period. There is zero excuse for that. posted 04/22/2008 at 12:44:50

Clinton Needs Record Margins And Turnout To Catch Obama

Now that sure is a damning piece of video. posted 04/21/2008 at 14:30:48
I keep wondering, if Hillary's husband had not been a President, and were just a husband, how would she be doing? If she were simply running on the record and issues, without being first lady, how would she be doing?
Food for thought. posted 04/21/2008 at 14:27:39

Obama Praises McCain, Clinton Responds

That's mighty big of Hillary after she was supporting McCain a few weeks ago, with her snide comments about how McCain and her were ready and Obama was not. She speaks out of both sides of her mouth. posted 04/21/2008 at 11:09:37

Karl Rove Offers Mind-Bending Take On 'Flag Lapel Pin' Issue

That's illegal, did you know that? posted 04/20/2008 at 16:56:59

Top Clinton Strategist Defends Clinton Slam On Democratic Activists

Caucuses have been around since our country was founded. In fact, they were the dominant way that things were done for many years. Some states still have them, and it is the individual states right to choose to do so. It is not something the DNC can mandate. Some people may not like caucuses, but you simply plan your campaign to include them. No mystery. posted 04/20/2008 at 17:03:51
Yes, they are watching. However, many of them are the Washington business as usual types. They won't change. The more open ones will, and the ones not tainted by the DC system. posted 04/20/2008 at 17:00:02

Debate Analysis: ABC Asked Most Scandal Questions, Obama Was Clear Target

And Unions, I forgot that one. posted 04/20/2008 at 16:53:31
You must have been on a different planet. That's funny. posted 04/20/2008 at 16:51:20
As long as the debates are moderated by TV news people, we will have debates that are designed for ratings. Debates should really be held by groups like The League of Women Voters, the VFW, colleges, universities and non-profit organizations and have the moderators from those groups, not from TV news talking heads. posted 04/20/2008 at 16:50:24

The Difference Between Tough and Inappropriate Questions

Trevor, tell me about Rev. Wrights background. Tell me about the Clinton/Ayers connection. Tell me about the Ron Paul fund raising fraud. Then tell us all what you find. posted 04/20/2008 at 17:20:49
Hey, just find out about the Clinton's connections to Ayers.

http://firstread.msnbc.msn.com/archive/2008/04/18/918391.aspx posted 04/20/2008 at 17:16:37
Rev. Wright:

http://www.truthorfiction.com/rumors/j/jeremiah-wright.htm posted 04/20/2008 at 17:12:47
When it come to questioning Obama's patriotism, I would have asked Hillary the loaded question as well.
Why did she refuse to sign the pledge to restore the constitution back to where it was before the Bush administration? posted 04/20/2008 at 01:04:01

Clinton Camp Rolls Out Anti-Obama Robocalls In PA

I would ask voters if they would support a person who believes in the constitution and has taught constitutional law. Then I would follow up with the fact that Hillary Clinton refused to sign a pledge to restore the constitution, the only democratic candidate to refuse.

http://www.thenation.com/blogs/campaignmatters?pid=239574

http://www.liberalvaluesblog.com/?p=2856 posted 04/20/2008 at 00:37:51

Clinton And Obama Trade Insults As They Storm Through Pennsylvania

I don't think so. posted 04/20/2008 at 13:11:16
I can't help but wonder how Hillary would run without the help of Bill Clinton. posted 04/20/2008 at 13:10:37

Gingrich: Left Wing Of The Democratic Party "Admires" American Terrorists

Jo, perhaps the Clintons should also cut Ayers loose.

http://firstread.msnbc.msn.com/archive/2008/04/18/918391.aspx

Do people know Ayers supports Clinton? posted 04/20/2008 at 13:45:10
Well, I was around back then. And I believe if you fact check, you may even find connections between the Weather Underground and the Clintons. Yet there is no media jumping on that. Why? That story works both ways. posted 04/20/2008 at 13:14:49
Quite frankly, Newt, Rev. Wright is more of a patriot than you are. He served his country as a Marine and as a Navy Corpsman. He received commendations. And what did you do? You have consistently tried to tear down the country and impose a form of government that is so elitist as to defy logic. posted 04/20/2008 at 13:06:12

Hidden Pentagon Hand Helped Shape Network Military Analysts

And this is news? It took this long to figure it out? They have done this for years. It works, too. posted 04/19/2008 at 23:08:44

Bill and Hillary's Biggest White House Stresses Were Self-Inflicted, and Obama Should Say So

The Clintons and Ayers:

http://firstread.msnbc.msn.com/archive/2008/04/18/918391.aspx

Give it a rest! posted 04/20/2008 at 17:18:48

Clinton, Obama press for advantage ahead of pivotal primary

I just want an answer to one simple question. Which candidate believes in the constitution and wants to see it fixed back the way it should be? Who is going to eliminate torture, restore habeas corpus, stop illegal domestic spying, respect the rule of law and restore justice?

Why weren't the tough questions asked about that? posted 04/20/2008 at 16:24:16
That's kind of funny. In Illinois, we have gun licensing. In fact, they are thinking about making it legal to carry. The word is that it cuts down on crime. posted 04/20/2008 at 00:09:59
Amen on the research. posted 04/19/2008 at 23:56:31
Right. Read this for starters.

http://www.truthorfiction.com/rumors/j/jeremiah-wright.htm

And then, read this:

http://www.thenation.com/blogs/campaignmatters?pid=239574

http://www.liberalvaluesblog.com/?p=2856 posted 04/19/2008 at 23:54:16
I guess it all depends on your views. At least Obama supports the constitution. And Hillary? This might surprise you. Read it for yourself.

http://www.thenation.com/blogs/campaignmatters?pid=239574

http://www.liberalvaluesblog.com/?p=2856

If she is elected, don't say you weren't warned. While you are at it, Google :Iron Mountain Report". posted 04/19/2008 at 23:51:07

The Torture Memo and the Flag in the Lapel

Two things:

About the flag:
http://www.usflag.org/flagetiquette.html

About torture and the constitution:
http://www.thenation.com/blogs/campaignmatters?pid=239574

http://www.liberalvaluesblog.com/?p=2856 posted 04/19/2008 at 23:15:35
Great link! Thanks! posted 04/19/2008 at 17:07:14
Perhaps Gibson and Stephanopoulos should learn more about the flag.

http://www.usflag.org/flagetiquette.html posted 04/19/2008 at 15:21:19

Who Will be Thrown Under the Clinton Bus Next?

I don't have a problem with the farcical accusations about Obama and the Weather Underground. It was, and is, pure political theater. But I am no "wack job". It is no worse than Bill Clinton's pardons or any contributions Ayers may have made to the Clintons. posted 04/20/2008 at 00:49:10
Problem is, she was complaining after the Nevada caucuses and before MoveOn came out in support of Obama. That puts her time frame in question. posted 04/20/2008 at 00:43:01
At first, I thought she had an incompetent staff, with all the gaffes, lies and spin coming out of her campaign. I even said so. But now, after throwing so many people away, and (supposedly) losing staff members, it makes me wonder if these things might not come straight from her. Different players, same methods of campaigning. posted 04/19/2008 at 15:06:48

Clinton Backer Distributes Essay On How GOP Would Link Obama To '70s Radicals

Obama is a prospective witness in the Rezko trial. It is unethical for him to comment. posted 04/19/2008 at 23:06:20
Obama is a witness in Rezko's trial. I doubt he is allowed to say much about that anyway, and still be ethical. posted 04/19/2008 at 23:03:50
Karl Rove is succeeding in dividing the democratic party. Funny how his name keeps popping up and things are said which mimic what he says. He is doing a good job in fooling people, and getting them worked up. How about we just ignore what he says? posted 04/19/2008 at 23:02:04
Once again, the Wright smear. Who is Rev. Wright?

http://www.truthorfiction.com/rumors/j/jeremiah-wright.htm posted 04/19/2008 at 22:56:58
All I need to know about Hillary to make up my mind is this:

http://www.thenation.com/blogs/campaignmatters?pid=239574

http://www.liberalvaluesblog.com/?p=2856 posted 04/19/2008 at 15:00:43
My, how convenient. Right before the primary. I'm shocked! Who knew they would try this! posted 04/19/2008 at 14:55:54

Clinton Slams Democratic Activists At Private Fundraiser

I agree with Ginger B, where's the proof? Real proof, not just words. posted 04/19/2008 at 22:17:28
Ah, we see...like the Florida party telling voters not to worry about voting because their votes wouldn't count, while the Clinton campaign was telling them their votes would count. Something like that? posted 04/19/2008 at 22:14:30
I got one of those Obama is a muslim emails today. I don't know where it originated but I am trying to trace it. It could have come from anywhere. I wouldn't blame the Clinton campaign quite yet. posted 04/18/2008 at 22:21:21
Oh, gee, there she goes again, getting her facts wrong. She is accusing MoveOn of doing something against her before they even supported Obama and before the Texas caucuses. Nice. It makes it appear as though she does not like democrats.

I mean, c'mon, caucuses have been around for a long, long time. The state party controls how delegates are selected and the caucuses are part of that. This isn't something the national democratic party can control (although there are people that think so), so give it a break! posted 04/18/2008 at 21:41:47

Obama's Ayers Issue

John, I don't know who you support not do I care. But I can guarantee you that the right-wing republicans can and will use all their ammunition against whomever gets the nomination. And, I would personally bet that there is a plan of attack fully ready. In fact, they have had more time to plan against one of the candidates, and there is much there to attack. Of the two, the one that can handle themselves in public and under attack will do best. Judge for yourself, based on the campaigns, who this is. posted 04/18/2008 at 21:50:17

Journalists Slam ABC Debate Tactics

Hey, Gibson, read this:

U.S. Flag Code (4 US Code 1)

(j) No part of the flag should ever be used as a costume or athletic uniform. However, a flag patch may be affixed to the uniform of military personnel, firemen, policemen, and members of patriotic organizations. The flag represents a living country and is itself considered a living thing. Therefore, the lapel flag pin being a replica, should be worn on the left lapel near the heart. posted 04/18/2008 at 23:50:19

What Everybody -- Pro and Con -- Missed About the Debates (Plus, a Fun Pop Quiz!)

Indeed, the flag pin was off the mark.

U.S. Flag Code (4 US Code 1)

(j) No part of the flag should ever be used as a costume or athletic uniform. However, a flag patch may be affixed to the uniform of military personnel, firemen, policemen, and members of patriotic organizations. The flag represents a living country and is itself considered a living thing. Therefore, the lapel flag pin being a replica, should be worn on the left lapel near the heart. posted 04/18/2008 at 23:45:28

Krugman: Obama Clinging To A Stereotype

The first thing I thought when I read this is that the headline is wrong. It should read "Krugman Clinging To A Stereotype". It is as if he is remaking his own thoughts and projecting them onto another person. posted 04/18/2008 at 22:12:43

Nash McCabe: Obama's Flag Pin Questioner

I agree, Unclebucky. And all I need to know about who to vote for is here:

http://www.thenation.com/blogs/campaignmatters?pid=239574

http://www.liberalvaluesblog.com/?p=2856 posted 04/19/2008 at 17:25:24
Read this:

U.S. Flag Code (4 US Code 1)

(j) No part of the flag should ever be used as a costume or athletic uniform. However, a flag patch may be affixed to the uniform of military personnel, firemen, policemen, and members of patriotic organizations. The flag represents a living country and is itself considered a living thing. Therefore, the lapel flag pin being a replica, should be worn on the left lapel near the heart. posted 04/18/2008 at 23:46:47
I am sure this lady is a nice person and means well. However, this whole fiasco make me think about the John Prine song "Your Flag Decal Won't Get You Into Heaven Anymore". posted 04/18/2008 at 22:31:55

The Whole Flag Thing Got Me Thinking

The country is in distress. Should Obama wear one upside down? posted 04/19/2008 at 15:16:25
Our country is in trouble, and we squabble over a flag pin? When we argue over things like this, all we do is turn our attention away from the real issues. Perhaps that is the intent. posted 04/18/2008 at 22:40:06

What You Might Not Know About the Constitution

Perhaps it would behoove us to insist that every child who goes to any school be taught the Constitution and the Bill of Rights, including, but not limited to, the Federalist papers. posted 04/17/2008 at 22:35:55

Okay, Now I'm Bitter

Be very careful, that door swings both ways. And it might not be so pretty on the other side of the door, either. posted 04/17/2008 at 22:29:41

ABC Debate: High Ratings, Critics Give Broadcast Poor Reviews

How can they have a show "Debate about the debate"? That would not be an accurate name.
Perhaps the show should be title "Debate about the non-debate" or "Debate about the tabloid show". posted 04/17/2008 at 22:11:53
Here's my take. No more debates sponsored by network news, any of them. Instead, have all debates take place in universities and colleges around the country with moderators from the academic staffs.
Mught be worse than last nights non-debate, but my guess is they would be better. posted 04/17/2008 at 22:01:58

George Stephanopoulos Defends ABC Debate Peformance

George, from this day forward you will be known as the co-idiot that co-moderated the debacle improperly labeled as the ABC debate. Sorry, but that is just the way it is. This isn't about Obama vs Clinton, it is about journalism capabilities. You and Mr. Gibson have proven that you lack skills necessary to be a top drawer journalist. posted 04/17/2008 at 17:28:51

Questioning Obama, Neither ABC Moderators Nor Clinton Wore Flag Pin Either

I suppose by the line of reasoning they used, then they could be questioned about their patriotism.
And they should be. posted 04/17/2008 at 14:28:51

The Weather Underground False Debate

Actually, wasn't Hillary Clinton involved in some court cases for the Black Panthers? I seem to have read that at one time many years ago. posted 04/17/2008 at 14:35:10

Hillary And The Commies

You have to be old enough to remember some things. Wasn't that the "Tommie the Commie" firm?
Was that the firm that defended the murder suspects in the Black Panther Shackley (I am not sure of the spelling) torture and murder? Yes, it was said that Hillary did work there.

All of that was a long time ago. But, they shouldn't try and use things against Obama unless they want things to come back at them. posted 04/19/2008 at 17:20:26

Worst. Debate. Ever.

It was no debate. The moderators didn't moderate. It was a total farce. I wouldn't count on that farce to affect much of anything. posted 04/17/2008 at 09:34:40
As an afterthought, I couldn't help but imagine that this was an attempt at a modern-day lynching, with two white guys and a white woman being the lynching party. posted 04/17/2008 at 09:02:41

ABC Hosts Heckled After Debate: "The Crowd Is Turning On Me"

Amazingly, although Stephanopolous wanted to question the Ayers connection that he got from Sean Hannity, he forgot (or ignored) any possible connection between Ayers and the Clintons. He even went so far as to say it mattered because of the fact that Ayers had a fund raiser for Obama's Illinois run. The fact that Ayers had a fund raising for the Clintons never entered his mind, I suppose. When he did that, he showed his true colors. posted 04/20/2008 at 13:39:51
This was no debate and those two clowns were no moderators. Period. posted 04/17/2008 at 01:16:49

The ABC Debate: A Shameful Night for the U.S. Media

This was no debate and the two clowns moderating were not acting like professional journalists.
Charles Gibson and George Stephanopoulos acted like they belonged reporting for a tabloid, not a major news network. ABC News is to be commended for setting a new low in handling debates.
I believe Britney and Paris could have done a more intelligent job. posted 04/17/2008 at 01:40:14

Clinton emphatically says Obama can win White House

No, they just cry media bias, or bias against women, or, or on and on ad infinitum.
Give it a rest. posted 04/17/2008 at 09:46:00
Perhaps he isn't around:

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UnychOXj9Tg posted 04/17/2008 at 09:42:52
I am an old guy, and I have to tell you...this was the worst debate I have ever seen, and I have seen a lot of them. Nothing else even comes close. I think they outdid themselves in their efforts to screw it up. posted 04/17/2008 at 01:19:22

100% Of Clinton's Current Pennsylvania Ads Are Negative

It is misleading. Under Hillary's plan, there will still be uninsured. For example, if you have a couple, say the man is retired and under social security/medicare, and the wife is near retirement but unable to find work, and they are barely getting by, she wants to force payment for insurance...but from where? And if they can't afford it, she wants to fine them. Then what? posted 04/17/2008 at 02:03:27
Yeah, just like the Bush scare tactics. posted 04/17/2008 at 01:57:07

Hunters and Shooters Support Obama: He "Gets It"

Criminals always get guns. Normal people get gun owner licenses which take a few weeks during which their background is checked. Then, when they purchase a gun, there is a 24 to 72 hour waiting period before they can get the gun, during which another background check is made. Most gun owners go through this, or something very similar, for the privilege of owning a gun. And most gun owners are law abiding.
Criminals get guns through shady connections or steal them.
I agree that the 2nd amendment is not simply talking about guns for hunting, but include guns for self-defense as well. posted 04/17/2008 at 01:53:49

Hillary Clinton On Southern Working Class Whites In 1995: "Screw 'Em"

This revelation is nothing new.
Hillary"s words:

http://tammybruce.com/2007/02/hillary_in_her_own.php posted 04/16/2008 at 15:58:54

Pennsylvania Debate Live Updates: ABC Hosts April 16 Democratic Debate

He is a Hillary supporter. Think they will ask her the first question? posted 04/16/2008 at 16:08:34
Good video. A must see. posted 04/16/2008 at 16:06:02

'Annie Oakley' Changes Her Tune

This shows that what people have said about HRC saying whatever she needs to say to get votes is true. There it is. Hope voters notice, although I doubt if this will get much play in the media. posted 04/15/2008 at 08:52:49

Obama Would "Immediately Review" Potential Of Crimes In Bush White House

One thing everyone should know - of all the democratic candidates, Hillary Clinton is the only one who refused to sign the pledge to restore the constitution. Click to read:

http://www.thenation.com/blogs/campaignmatters?pid=239574

http://www.liberalvaluesblog.com/?p=2856

Do you think she might investigate? posted 04/15/2008 at 14:20:28

Obama: Clinton Using GOP Playbook

Obama had his finger on the pulse of the country. It is the out of touch talking heads that are getting this wrong. His statements did not anger me, or upset me. I found his statement perfectly reasonable. posted 04/15/2008 at 09:06:29
Also, I might add, I am a "working-class" American and I did not find anything wrong with what Obama said. Truth is, I found it very telling that he demonstrated a knowledge of working class people that was refreshing. Everyone that I know that saw the whole comment agrees. Where is the outrage at the media? posted 04/15/2008 at 09:02:49
Sure, and that door swings both ways. However, when the truth is thrown at her, it is considered an attack, or the media is biased, yada, yada, blah, blah. Now we are even seeing that HRC was for gun control before she was against it (right at this moment). Her own comments get her in trouble, but that's just media bias. I don't think so. posted 04/15/2008 at 09:00:05

Doctor Faust in 2008

Rwe, speaking of persons that are in a vacuum, why don't you do a little reading instead of just throwing out talking points? You seem to dwell in the land of emptiness. Here is some reading for you enjoyment, below.

About Ayers: http://firstread.msnbc.msn.com/archive/2008/04/18/918391.aspx

About Wright: http://www.truthorfiction.com/rumors/j/jeremiah-wright.htm

About flag pins: http://www.usflag.org/flagetiquette.html

About Hillary: http://www.thenation.com/blogs/campaignmatters?pid=239574

http://www.liberalvaluesblog.com/?p=2856 posted 04/20/2008 at 12:56:09

Clinton: 'Not Relevant' Last Time I Went To Church, Fired Gun

Does she or does she not truly believe in the 2nd Amendment? What the heck, this is the candidate that refused to sign the pledge to restore our constitution. posted 04/13/2008 at 23:24:43

Compassion Forum On CNN: Clinton, Obama Square Off

Did Hillary just throw Gore and Kerry under the bus while trying to cast Obama as an elitist?
How positively Christian of her. posted 04/13/2008 at 22:44:31

Clinton: Gore And Kerry Lost Because They Were Viewed As Elitist

Gore and Kerry lost in part because of cheating in Florida. I know, I was there. posted 04/13/2008 at 22:38:32
Calling Obama elitist is so out of touch with the real world and the real Obama. He is more in tune with middle and lower class voters than eith Clinton or McCain. His mother had to use food stamps to help raise him. Yeah, real elitist. posted 04/13/2008 at 22:36:04

Unforced Error: Obama as San Fran Liberal Elitist

With all due respect, David, as a working class man with a working class wife, we heard absolutely nothing in Obama's words that sounded at all bad. I guess you really have to be from the small town country to understand them. It is obvious that you do not. posted 04/13/2008 at 16:40:59

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