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Harold Ford Heckled Over Fox Comment At Netroots Nation

right wingers/left wingers, no difference; if you do not agree with their agenda and support every thing they claim to stand for, you are a sell out, a traitor and are vilified. To disagree is fine, to vilify is a Republican tactic these same peole claim to hate. posted 07/19/2008 at 14:03:08

Nazi-Hunter, Dr. Death: Search Narrows For Infamous Nazi Named "Dr Death"

What a ridiculous argument, it happened a long time ago or you cannot bring the dead back. That can be said of any murderer. In the US we call it justice. posted 07/18/2008 at 10:13:20

McCain's NAACP Speech: I'll Give You School Vouchers

What he means is that he will mandate the states to give vouchers who will then mandate local governments. He will look like a hero without spending a dime. Guess who will realy pay? posted 07/16/2008 at 16:04:24

Hezbollah, Israeli Prisoner Swap Reveals Soldiers Were Killed

I recognize many writers. They are anti Israel no matter the facts. They rant about Guantanamo and the status and the treatment of prisoners. To some extent I agree. However they seem to have no qualms about the fact that Hezbollah executed its prisoners. posted 07/16/2008 at 15:59:16

Right, that is why Hamas/Hezbollah demand the release of 11,000 plus Israeli prisoners and the have I still alive. By the way Hamas/Hezbollah executes on the spot anyone suspected of collaborating with Israel. That"s justice. posted 07/16/2008 at 10:15:38

HHS Moves to Define Contraception as Abortion

We only have until January 20, 2009 to put up with this rubbish. posted 07/16/2008 at 10:33:20

Obama Tells NAACP Blacks Must Take Responsibility

Who has a better right to speak on this topic? Look at his upbringing. He is speaking from his life experience. The Jackson's of the world always claim the only problems are racism and lack of opportunity. Both are real, and a popular excuse for failure. Spouting those mantras has kept the Jackson's of the world in influence. Only a Black person can address the issues with any impact. Who is a better example of what you can do with your life? posted 07/15/2008 at 09:47:55

Jesse Ventura Tells Larry King That He Is Not Running For Senate In Minnesota (VIDEO)

I may not agree with Jesse on many levels and am not sure he would be a good Senator, I do agree on his opinion of GW and Iraq. posted 07/15/2008 at 09:00:04

How Much Could The McCains Make From Anheuser-Busch Co. Sale?

Interesting but to the writers who are aghast and appalled, grow up and be fair. Cindy McCain was fortunate to be born to a wealthy family. On the other hand Teresa Heinz Kerry inherited her money. Should they have both refused the money? Would that make the writers happy? However, I bet none of those writing would. posted 07/15/2008 at 09:30:19

(Liberal) Fear of a Black President

From what I read in this article those mentioned African Americans who have almost never not jumped on an issue involving the defense of any Black American no matter what the facts are, are now called racist because the disagree with Obama. I do not think the are racists, but they are opportunists and they fear Obama because he is a thinking rational man not an idealogue like them. posted 07/12/2008 at 09:31:11

Bodies of 2 missing US soldiers are found in Iraq

It is a sad day. The US can rightfully be accused of many bad acts by its own citizens and others. However if you read ME news you will rarely find such criticism and in fact you will find much justification for executing prisioners, civilians and soldiers, especially US soldiers. posted 07/11/2008 at 09:59:04

Birth Control, Viagra Question Makes McCain Squirm (VIDEO)

I thought it a simple question. Unless you have a religious belief against contraception, how can you equate being anti Abortion but against contraception, which will most probably mean you wil not ever have to consider an abortion. posted 07/10/2008 at 13:42:59

Jesse Jackson Disparages Barack Obama: Caught On Tape (VIDEO)

Obama tells the truth. The old guard feels the government is primarily responsibility to fix the problem. In the 1960's that philosophy had some teeth. Today people believe you have a choice. To blame the government and as Jackson and his ilk do, blame white society does not cut it. Poverty is unfortunate, but government cannot change attitudes. When you have Jackson and Sharpton, as religious leaders pass blame on others it insulates those who need a push from reality. posted 07/10/2008 at 11:32:57

Iran Test-Fires Nine Missiles, Warns It Will Retaliate

It is always Israel's fault! "Israel is no real democracy, but Hamas was duly elected by the people." Great logic. Of course in your world Iran is a true democracy. Its anti Israel position helps its cause but ask yourself, what has it really done for the average Palestinian? Iran's only goal is to be the power broker in the ME. By the way when you speak of apartheid ask why 205 of Israel is Arab and what happened to of the Jews who lived in Muslim countries, and most Christians and non Muslims living in those countires including Gaza and the West Bank. I am sure you will find the intolerance by the Muslim majority forced them to leave or suffer. posted 07/09/2008 at 16:47:34

"Honor Killing" Comes To America

Good reason in 2008 America. posted 07/09/2008 at 17:07:03

Reading Solana in Tehran

Read Arab and ME news and see what is really being said. Although the Bush administration made matters worse, when Iran says "We hear new voices in America... and we think that the rational thinkers in America can, based on these new approaches, seek reality as it is", that is a crock. The Iranian people may have one view but their leaders want to be the power bokers in the ME. They are financially strapped and see the rest of the oil producing countries getting rich. Money buys power. They see an end to sanctions and the US pulling back as a victory. We should negoitiate with Iran but not until they signal a real change in their policy. posted 07/08/2008 at 09:27:39

Afghanistan Car Bomb Kills Dozens At Indian Embassy

If you read national and international news sites you may notice Indians are extremely nationalistic. They harshly criticize the US. They claim the US has no real democracy and is a racist society. Most Indian writers object to the US fight against terror but justify the wars with Pakistan and the Kashmir problem. They speak of pollution in the west but ignore it in India, they justify the caste system, treatment of Christians and other minorty religions. However, when India is criticized their backs go up. Even in this incident, they immediately blame Pakistan, whether or not they are to blame. posted 07/08/2008 at 09:15:06

Media Outlets Slam Fox For Doctored NY Times Photos

I find it ture to form, FOX news calls the real news media all kinds of names, and on a daily basis. Like all bullies it can dish it out but not take it. posted 07/04/2008 at 09:46:51

Colombia Rescues Ingrid Betancourt, Americans From FARC

A ridiculous statement "They were not mistreated". Next time you get held hostage and incommunicado for many years, tell me how great it was. posted 07/03/2008 at 11:04:46

Obama and Bill Clinton Finally Speak

When I read what all the Clinton haters write, I continue to be amazed why Bill just does not sit this dance out. posted 06/30/2008 at 16:58:58

Memo to Obama: Moving to the Middle is for Losers

Although Obama won the Dem primary that is a long way from winnig the general election. Those that support Obama will continue. Do you really think thet will vote for Nader? Think left, McGovern, Dukakis and others. Most voters are moderates. Lose them, lose the race. posted 07/01/2008 at 12:15:48

Right On, General Clark. Do Not Back Down.

This all goes back to the politically correct. Clark was right, but as always, those faced with the truth do not want to hear. This a problem on all levels in America. You tell the truth and you are vilified, Clinton on Jesse Jackson's win, Obama on angry voters who vote guns and religion. There are many other daily exmples. The messenger is always pilloried. It is unfortunate people cannot speak the truth posted 06/30/2008 at 13:25:23

It's My Party, I'll Cry If I Want To

To disagree is fine, but the venom shown here is divisive. We have become a country of hate. Those same people who deride Clinton as a racist are the same ones who defended Rev Wright for just speaking the truth. posted 06/28/2008 at 10:54:25

Lara Logan Sex Scandal: CBS' New Chief Foreign Affairs Correspondent At Center of Divorce War: Report

Not good press, but if Logan was a guy this would have been a non story posted 06/25/2008 at 20:54:57

Tammy Bruce Wants to Sell her Nazi Memorabilia

Fro those who say "we" should not ban the collection and sales of Nazi and Confederate symbols, we do not. However to my knowledge Ebay and such are private companies and can what the want from their sites. On another vain, the Confederacy was a part of American history and although it symbolizes some bad in America it is part of our legacy and formulation of the US. For an American to collect Nazi medals, that is different, it can only be for reverence of the Nazi legacy of hate and destruction. posted 06/26/2008 at 09:30:44

Obama Downplays Scarlett Johansson Emails

Drivel!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! posted 06/26/2008 at 09:18:21

Breaking: Bush Administration to Ask Congress on Thursday to Remove North Korea from Terror Watch List

As the Republicans so dearly claim, we "Never Negotiate with Terrorists or their supporters." Oh well, I guess they have to change their mantra. posted 06/26/2008 at 09:05:42

Rockets fired at Israel from Gaza shake truce

Does this also apply to the 850,000 Jews kicked out of the Arab countries? They lost their homes and belongings, but ah! Only the poor Arabs can complain because the rest of the Arab world turned their back on them except to march them out for political purposes. posted 06/24/2008 at 20:37:57

When the Arab media gives fair reporting on matters involving the Palestinians and Arab and Muslim Countries retreat from their lopsided favor of the Palestinians and Hamas and Hezzbollah remove from their Charters that their goal is the destruction of Israel your argument may have some merit. You speak of Aphartheid, ask first what happened to the Jews who lived in Arab countries and now what is happening to the Christians. posted 06/24/2008 at 16:24:09

James Dobson Accuses Obama Of 'Distorting' Bible

Which bible and what books and whose traditional understanding and whose values are Dobson speaking of? Certainly not mine nor many of my friends. It is also good to see he disavowed those parts of the Old Testament he does not like. Gee I thought G-d wrote it all and it is infallible. posted 06/24/2008 at 10:08:50

NYT's Kristol Criticizes MoveOn 'Alex' Ad: Infant Will Be Too Young To Serve, Has Nothing To Worry About

The Republicans and Kristol obviously see the ad as very effective or they would not comment on it, which just gives it more legs. posted 06/23/2008 at 15:22:33

America's Foreign Policy Bubble

I believe we need to revise our way of dealing with the world. However I read many European, Middle East and Far East publications. Most writers there are just as ignorant about the US as Americans are about there countries. To say Europeans are more knowledgeable is a broad sweep. I spent much time in Europe and old prejudices exist to an extent and depth not understandable to most Americans. I guess these prejudices come with education and curiosity. I also deal in ME and Far East. If you think Americans are xenophobia read what is published and broadcast and speak to the people. posted 06/17/2008 at 15:01:43

Re-Heat Offender: Cindy Bakes Another Whopper

I first read this article assuming it was a spoof. On second reading I do not see it or at least it did not come across that way. I feel a candidate's wife is only fair game on comments made by them about policy or about the opposition. Attacking family has been a long bailiwick of the Republicans and what demeans American politics. posted 06/22/2008 at 12:54:46

McCain's Secret, Questionable Record

Anyone who served in combat is a hero. Of course ther are different degrees, but unless an absolute lie combat service should not be belittled. It is another thing to question non combat service, i.e. promtions, questionable acts, etc., that is fair game. posted 06/17/2008 at 14:07:31

Right Wing Outraged: McCain Brags Of Supporting Clinton's Supreme Court Nominees

Liberal/Conservative. How about objective and fair, not idealogues. Words not in the Conservative mind. posted 06/16/2008 at 10:34:07

New Yorker: Is Keith Olbermann Changing TV News?

Olberman like most left and right wing hosts tend to speak to their base. None are particularly objective. They tend not to report but to give opinions. None are in the mold or will ever reach the stature of Tim Russert. posted 06/16/2008 at 10:45:04

John McCain, Legal Historian

Wow! "Separation of Powers" and "checks and balances" new concepts. Pesky problems the conservatives want to get rid of. After ridding ourselves of the judicial branch we can get rid of the Legislature. This way we can be sure that less 200 years of precedent and several Articles the Constitution would be "strictly" interpreted. posted 06/16/2008 at 10:23:47

Tim Russert Dies At Age 58

A sad day for the Russert family and the world. He represented the best of journalism and humanity posted 06/13/2008 at 17:29:31

Ready To Laugh At McCain Family Debt? Not So Fast ...

Let us get real. I am no fan of McCain but this is nothing more than a good business decision. Cindy McCain assets are over $100,000,000.00. This debt is less than .01 percent of her assets. We should all be so fortunate. It is impossible to tell without the facts, but if AMX is holding or managing some assets, this would be a normal negotiated exchange. Just an assumption. Even if not I would not believe McCain was bought off with $25,000 in interest. They could have got a home equity loan and written the interest again earns so the net would be even less than $25,000. This is much to do about nothing. posted 06/14/2008 at 09:22:46

When Bill Clinton Met Mayhill Fowler on the Rope Line

A real journalist would identify themselves either verbally or by wearing credentials. Further using a recording devise without notifying the speaker is about as low as you can get. If this is how the world of journalism is becoming, public figures will be afraid to speak to anyone and public discourse will end. posted 06/14/2008 at 10:12:03

Dems Not Backing Obama? Rahm Will Deal With It

It is always amazing that there are so many single issue writers. Those who think the only issue is the US support for Israel reminds me of the Republican lead "vote for me" because I oppose abortion or gay marriage. Nothing else matters. As to Dems not backing Obama, most will come around given time. posted 06/14/2008 at 08:47:41

Obama Moves To The Center

A good leader is person who knows his strengths and weaknesses. He accepts what he knows and what he does not know, and where he needs to improve his knowledge. Picking the best advisors is key. Using labels is a Republican trick. It is done in war to demean your enemy. Economics are not as simple as Liberal/Conserative. There are many forces at play. We have had 7+ years of simple propaganda answers to complicated problems. None worked. posted 06/13/2008 at 08:35:14

Emasculation in Republican Psychological Warfare, And Why It Works

I think what worked against, Dukakis, a weak candidiate and Kerry, who failed to respond will not work well in today's climate. McCain's base may believe the bunk but I think it be found offensive to most voters. As Obama is doing, he needs to counter each ad either himslef or by surrogates. Dollar for Dollar he can bury McCain, something Dukakis and Kerry could not. posted 06/13/2008 at 09:55:43

Fox News Calls Michelle "Obama's Baby Mama"... FOX: Producer Used Poor Judgment

You expect anything different from Fox? Their stupidity may keep their base but may turn off others. Further, "throwing stones," McCain's wife has her own issues. By taking this tact, I can envision women being highly offended, not by the words alone, but the tone, which helped Hillary at times and wil help Obama. posted 06/12/2008 at 10:12:44

An Analysis of Kucinich's Impeachment Case Against Bush

Wow! Democracy in action. This is not as simple as Nixon or even as clear as Clinton. What is the prize? Ah! I got you. Good idea, bad time, not enough votes and all takes away from election. If after January 2009, the new Congress wants to do something it will have tools and teeth. posted 06/12/2008 at 10:18:42

McCain Supporter Fiorina Deserves The Same Scrutiny As Obama Veep Vetter

Use her don't lose her. She seems to be everything said herein and maybe worse. If she resigns like Johnson it will be old news. Keep this an other conflict employees of McCain in play. All it does is continue to help Obama on the change and ethics issues. posted 06/13/2008 at 08:47:12

Jim Webb Explains His Remarks On Civil War, Confederacy

I was about to add a similar comment. Economics and power was a major cause, as it is in many conflicts. Many in the North were not against slavery, nor did they want african americans serving as soldiers until tyheir service became both a neccessity and irratant to the south. Linclon, as time went on saw an opening to to emancipation, both ethicaaly and as an in your face strategy hoping the loss of slave labor and disruption would help cripple the South. posted 06/11/2008 at 18:05:02

Gina Gershon Breaks Silence On Vanity Fair's Link To Bill Clinton: "A Crazy, Outrageous Lie" (VIDEO)

Nice way to sell books. Make inferences. Wink, wink! Then deny that is what you meant. Forgetting it is Bill Clinton, why was it necessary to mention Gershon's name. It had no bearing except for the sake of titillation. That is not journalism. posted 06/09/2008 at 12:58:03

Clinton Spent $212 Million On Eighteen Million Voters And Delegates

Cite a fact and all you get is more sniping. Good for the Democratic Party. Money spent interesting but not relevant to November. Good for the Obama people to rub it in more. In your face always wins friends and supporters. Turn a few more people away and plan your concession speech now. posted 06/09/2008 at 13:48:22

Angry White Women

Obama' people need to stop belittling Hillary supports. They claim the want unity but if a Hillary supporter vents, they attack. Do not be fooled, Obama needs those voters and their positive support. Just as bad as voting by thse women for McCain can be, they might just stay home. Just as bad. Obama people stop gloating and pouring salt. Be conciliatory not in your face. posted 06/09/2008 at 13:16:16

Clinton Tag Teams With Obama At Israel Conference

Another anti Hillary blog irrespective of the question. Some how I read that if she concedes, you will all love her. Rubbish. It is that many Obama supporters believe he walks on water, and the audacity of her to conest him is unholy. Sounds like the Bush supporters they claim to hate. Break up the Democratic Party and see what Obama does for the next 30+ years posted 06/04/2008 at 13:10:16

Letter to a Clinton Supporter

now that the primaries are over, articles like this demeaning HRC will keep the party divided. No one at this time needs to read harsh critques by someone so biased and almost hateful. Just another spike to drive HRC voters away. Good job. posted 06/04/2008 at 12:36:46

Jesse Ventura Unloads: The Parties, The Chickenhawks, And His Revolution

Many people at some level have some of the same thoughts to varying degrees. However reality sets in. Talk and criticism are cheap, why not actually get involved. I do not see an overwhelming change in government while or after Ventura left as governor. posted 04/02/2008 at 09:36:00

Clinton Rationale for Electability Doesn't Hold Water: History Proves the Ability to Win a State Primary Is Unrelated to General Election Success

I agree, winning a primary in a state that has no chance of going Democratic in the general election is of little value. See Electoral College posted 04/02/2008 at 09:22:06

Obama's Anger--Redux

I still see many Jewish groups and Jews speaking out against prejudice and mistreatment of African Americans. I cannot remember the last time I read an editorial by an African American or an African Americans leader speak against Anti-Semitism. I do remember Jesse Jackson and others, Rev. Wright making anti Semetic comments and the majority of African Americans justifying their words. posted 03/29/2008 at 12:14:59

Uncovered: Possible Inspiration For Controversial LeBron James Vogue Cover

I am sure Annie did not mean this to be racist. But if you find her a racist, this is only one snippet and you must look at all her work. Oop! Thought we were speaking of Reverand Wright. posted 03/29/2008 at 12:30:32

Barack Obama On "The View": Barbara Says, "You're Very Sexy!"

I watched and I like Obama. However he never answered the questions on Wright. Those who say those clips are only snipets of what Wright said do not get it. They were still racist and Wright he is a Christian. Not everything Hitler said was racist either, so the racist part should be excused. posted 03/28/2008 at 15:30:58

"Pimped Out" Resurfaces On MSNBC

For those asking Chelsea about Monica, I bet if Michelle Obama was asked about Rezo or about Rev Wright you would object saying she is not running for President. By the way I do not see her answering addressing those questions. posted 03/27/2008 at 11:04:02

Those Hidden Costs

I agree in part, but as long as the past becomes an excuse for the future, nothing will change. Hate is hate, racism is racism, sterotyping is stereotyping. Blacks definately have had it bad and still have it bad on many levels. Blaming others and the past is a good excuse for failure. Hope means getting bye the past. It takes work not words. posted 03/26/2008 at 14:39:00

Chelsea Clinton Has Quick Response For Lewinsky Question

I hope all of you who think it was a good and fair question, have someone ask your children about an indiscretion in your life, politics or not. To say this is "our business" belays the fact that it was not asked informationally but only as an attack. Based upon this reasoning I think it is fair game to ask Michelle Obama what she heard from Reverand Wright. actuially I would like to know. posted 03/26/2008 at 09:45:14

The Real Divide We Should Be Focused On...

I read many Arab and ME publications. Most are anti American and anti West. This is what most Muslims in the ME see and believe. Those who say it is our one sided approach in favor of Israel, ask themselves why is it alright for the Muslim countries have a one sided approach against Israel and if you read the publications, Jews in general. Like Hitler, to consoidate the leaders political power they need a so called common enemy. Have the Muslims explain why 850,000 Jews were expelled form Arab countries and most Christians have left. It has nothing to do only with the west, it is the religious intolerence and totally biased news. Reading the comments here you can see some writers think all problems in the Muslim world are caused by the west and anything they do is excusable. posted 03/26/2008 at 11:02:53

LeBron James Vogue Cover Criticized For "Perpetuating Racial Stereotypes"

I find it amazing people see this as racist. It is interesting recognizing the writers who did not see Rev. Wrights comments as racist. I guess you can trun anything to your bias. posted 03/26/2008 at 10:12:43

Obama and Palestine

How about the Palestinians en masse putting out their hands in peace. No matter who the US President is, he cannot bring peace as long as most Muslims in the world think Israel should be destroyed and support the hate for all Jews. See Bin Laden's speach, not anti Zionist, he calls for the killling Jews in general. posted 03/24/2008 at 09:16:04

Is Hillary Positioning for 2012?

This is why the Dems will loose in November. Obama supporters see any attempts to run against or criticize him as blasphemous. He says he is a uniter but actions speak louder than good speeches. Ask why he belonged to a Church teaching racial hatred and he says you need to look at the African American experience. Many are trying to make race relations better, but not a Church teaching separatism and hate. His base will never vote for Hillary whom they see as the devil and many independents will never vote for him. posted 03/24/2008 at 09:51:44

McCain Spiritual Guide Accused Gov't Of Enabling 'Black Genocide'

Good article. The response from the bloggers, divert, divert, divert. The Repblican zealots who support McCain do not care and will not be swayed or change. Most independants and Democrats are not as zealots. We expect more of our leaders and Issues like this are much more devisive. posted 03/21/2008 at 15:58:24

Bill O'Reilly Needs to Enroll in "Understanding the Internet 101"

For more than 200 years, this country by legislation and the courts has sought to make all Americans have equal rights. I find equating equality to a hard left issue highly insulting and unAmerican. posted 03/21/2008 at 15:48:24