Although the Bush Administration has bungled the War on Terror, I believe they have have done a very good job combating AIDS in Africa. Africans have been very appreciative of Bush's efforts and pray Obama will be as diligent.
This is hilarious. Global warming wackos are now targeting Google. You also now you have scientists forecasting another ice age. These folks' idiocy never ceases to amaze me. An average temperature is just that; average. Sometimes it's warmer than normal. Other times it's colder. It's as natural as...SEASONS!!! They never consider the Earth's natural cycles. I also wonder why they never consider the sun's activity. Now, that's a novel idea!!
Good and bad news for the Somali pirates. The good news: they were paid a handsome $3 million ransom for the return of the ship and its crew. The bad news? They didn't live long enough to spend it.
Apparently Bush vetoed the Israeli's request to bomb Iran, I guess he gave them this war instead. Now it's being reported that we're looking for a contractor to deliver American weaponry to Israel. However, the Pentagon says it is not related to Gaza. I guess it's just bad timing.
Proof that red light cameras are only there to generate income for the local government.
FCC chairman Kevin Martin says delaying the digital change mandate would not benefit consumers because it would "confuse them". Hey Kevin, stop worrying about us. Americans don't need friends like you. Look, I personally don't need a converter box. But, there are plenty of Americans that didn't have satellite or cable that are being forced to because of this obvious gift to the satellite and cable companies.
Sunday, January 11, 2009
Thursday, January 8, 2009
Diamonds in the Mail, Overpriced Coffee Makers and Hungry Prisoners
Peter Berkowitz believes that conservatives should rally around the constitution in order to regain their position in US politics. It's strange that these "so-called" conservatives never considered this principle while they were raising the size of government to record levels over the past eight years. Other Republicans have even justified it. I guess it was convenient for to abuse the constitution while they were in power. Hopefully, things have changed.
Is it possible to be pro-peace, pro-Israel and pro-Palestine at the same time? I say YES!!!! That's because I'm a walking, living, breathing example of that idea.
Corrupt investor Bernie Madoff knows he's going to spend a good number of years in jail or be forced to pay restitution to some of the people he bilked out of their life savings. So, he decides to be proactive and give away his diamonds and other jewerly to his friends and family. Cops also found $173M in personal checks that he planned to distribute to them. Those money grubbing folks who lost all of their money aren't getting their hands on his assets.
The state of our educational system is in shambles. In Chicago, taxpayers are on the hook for $67,000 in order to purchase 30 cappuchino machines. Meanwhile in Detroit, their schools are running out of enough light bulbs and toilet paper to operate.
Judge locks Alabama sheriff in his own jail for almost starving his inmates. According to the Alabama law, he was able to keep all of the money he didn't spend out of the allotted food budget.
Sarah Palin is no fan of Keith Olbermann, Tina Fey and Katie Couric. Surprise, surprise. However, she does raise some interesting points.
Is it possible to be pro-peace, pro-Israel and pro-Palestine at the same time? I say YES!!!! That's because I'm a walking, living, breathing example of that idea.
Corrupt investor Bernie Madoff knows he's going to spend a good number of years in jail or be forced to pay restitution to some of the people he bilked out of their life savings. So, he decides to be proactive and give away his diamonds and other jewerly to his friends and family. Cops also found $173M in personal checks that he planned to distribute to them. Those money grubbing folks who lost all of their money aren't getting their hands on his assets.
The state of our educational system is in shambles. In Chicago, taxpayers are on the hook for $67,000 in order to purchase 30 cappuchino machines. Meanwhile in Detroit, their schools are running out of enough light bulbs and toilet paper to operate.
Judge locks Alabama sheriff in his own jail for almost starving his inmates. According to the Alabama law, he was able to keep all of the money he didn't spend out of the allotted food budget.
Sarah Palin is no fan of Keith Olbermann, Tina Fey and Katie Couric. Surprise, surprise. However, she does raise some interesting points.
Wednesday, January 7, 2009
Rule of Law, Crying Senators and downplaying Terrorist Masterminds
It looks like the constitution and the rule of law get a rare victory in the U.S. Congress. Roland Burris will be seated in the Senate. As much as the Senate Democrats tried to block his appointment, they didn't have the law on their side. Although the Illinois Governor is obviously corrupt, the appoint was just as obviously legal. Ol' Blago the auctioneer is probably laughing it up. Well, that's until his indictment comes.
Obama names watchdog that he'll use to monitor and control federal spending. Yeah, she'll be very proactive. She'll be like that SEC enforcement guy in the movie Boiler Room. I'm sure she'll start the day after Obama's $800 billion dollar stimulus bill is enacted.
As our State Department announces that bin Laden and Al-Queda has been rendered impotent, Al-Queda's #2 is blaming Barack Obama for the war in Gaza. I'm sure it's convenient for them to say that in order to protect their legacy. But, the reality of the situation is that these guys can still plan, organize and distribute their message. As long as they are walking around freely, they are a threat.
Florida's GOP Chair Jim Greer is set to endorse Michael Steele for the RNC Chair position. That's good news. But, he still has a long way to go.
Diane Feinstein has her poor little feelings hurt that she wasn't consulted on the Leon Panetta pick for CIA Chief. Pobrecita!!!!!
Former Atlanta Falcon Bob Whitfield's gold-digging ex-wife is whining that she cannot continue to live her lifestyle on a measly $113k per year. Time to get a day job cutie.
Hillary Clinton is expected to breeze through confirmation.
Obama names watchdog that he'll use to monitor and control federal spending. Yeah, she'll be very proactive. She'll be like that SEC enforcement guy in the movie Boiler Room. I'm sure she'll start the day after Obama's $800 billion dollar stimulus bill is enacted.
As our State Department announces that bin Laden and Al-Queda has been rendered impotent, Al-Queda's #2 is blaming Barack Obama for the war in Gaza. I'm sure it's convenient for them to say that in order to protect their legacy. But, the reality of the situation is that these guys can still plan, organize and distribute their message. As long as they are walking around freely, they are a threat.
Florida's GOP Chair Jim Greer is set to endorse Michael Steele for the RNC Chair position. That's good news. But, he still has a long way to go.
Diane Feinstein has her poor little feelings hurt that she wasn't consulted on the Leon Panetta pick for CIA Chief. Pobrecita!!!!!
Former Atlanta Falcon Bob Whitfield's gold-digging ex-wife is whining that she cannot continue to live her lifestyle on a measly $113k per year. Time to get a day job cutie.
Hillary Clinton is expected to breeze through confirmation.
Gaza Update
There are conflicting reports out of Gaza now. Some folks are reporting that a ceasefire is near. Egypt and France have a proposal that is being cautiously reviewed. However, the Israeli Security Cabinet just authorized the continuing of the operation.
The death count now nears 700. But, the rocket fire is at its highest point since the war started. What gives? If the mission has been as successful as we're being told, why haven't they stopped the rockets that has been the subject of the entire mess?
Even if this particular mission stops sometime in the near future, the peace won't last. Any peace that comes from this will be temporary at best. Real solutions are necessary to fix this problem.
Hamas needs to be surgically removed. They are no partner to peace and will be an obstacle to any true arrangements of peace. However, killing 70 civilians while targeting 5 militants won't win many friends or credibility.
The death count now nears 700. But, the rocket fire is at its highest point since the war started. What gives? If the mission has been as successful as we're being told, why haven't they stopped the rockets that has been the subject of the entire mess?
Even if this particular mission stops sometime in the near future, the peace won't last. Any peace that comes from this will be temporary at best. Real solutions are necessary to fix this problem.
Hamas needs to be surgically removed. They are no partner to peace and will be an obstacle to any true arrangements of peace. However, killing 70 civilians while targeting 5 militants won't win many friends or credibility.
Sunday, January 4, 2009
Today's Tidbits
The ground war in Gaza continues. Israeli troops have dissected the city. It's going to be a long one with many additional casualties. Meanwhile at the United Nations, the US has blocked a statement calling for an immediate ceasefire. However, the rest of the world is either protesting or seeking clarification on the mission. That appears to be a fair question. Although the death toll nears 500, the mission has failed to decrease the rocket fire.
Bill Richardson has withdrew his name from consideration to become the next Commerce Secretary.
American Muslim family gets kicked off an AirTran flight for asking which seats are safest. AirTran has since apologized and reimbursed the family for the additional expenses they incurred.
The Obama administration is getting their new economic stimulus package together. It appears that it will be ready by early February and will could cost as much as a trillion dollars. Spending in this country is at an all-time high. It's a disgrace that a Republican administration jump started this new "shopping-spree" mentality where we casually spend hundreds of billions of dollars with very few questions.
Teaching moderate Islam on Arab television.
Now the anti-smoking nazis are targeting third hand smoke. Gimme a break.
Female suicide bomber kills 38 people in Baghdad.
I can understand a person being a pet lover. But, c'mon. Jumping into a frozen pond to save your dog? What makes it worse is the dog escapes while she drowns.
Bill Richardson has withdrew his name from consideration to become the next Commerce Secretary.
American Muslim family gets kicked off an AirTran flight for asking which seats are safest. AirTran has since apologized and reimbursed the family for the additional expenses they incurred.
The Obama administration is getting their new economic stimulus package together. It appears that it will be ready by early February and will could cost as much as a trillion dollars. Spending in this country is at an all-time high. It's a disgrace that a Republican administration jump started this new "shopping-spree" mentality where we casually spend hundreds of billions of dollars with very few questions.
Teaching moderate Islam on Arab television.
Now the anti-smoking nazis are targeting third hand smoke. Gimme a break.
Female suicide bomber kills 38 people in Baghdad.
I can understand a person being a pet lover. But, c'mon. Jumping into a frozen pond to save your dog? What makes it worse is the dog escapes while she drowns.
Saturday, January 3, 2009
Tensions escalate in Gaza
Today, Israeli ground troops invaded Gaza. After a week of bombing operations, several mosques destroyed and over 460 dead, the operation has been escalated. I believe this whole thing is a shame that will only make things tougher for the United States.
Although the Israelis say their target is Hamas and to prevent rocket fire, the rockets continue. That's because it's virtually impossible to prevent guerrilla attacks in traditional warfare. Therefore, we can look forward to a long operation with many additional casualties, few results and increased tensions.
The whole thing over there is a mess that cannot be solved through military force. Say a Hamas operative sends off a rocket and kills an innocent Israeli. Then Israel blows up an entire neighborhood looking for that operative, they may be successful in killing that operative. But, you've also gained more enemies.
It's a never-ending cycle that will continue until somebody changes their thinking. It's silly to believe that Israel can gain peace with Hamas while Hamas their militant arm seeks the destruction of Israel, intimidates their civilians through rocket fire, while not even recognizing their right to live in peace. That's not a true partner to peace.
It's naive for Israel to believe they can gain peace in the Palestinian territories by enforcing their own little version of apartheid. Banning foreign journalists and preventing humanitarian aid only works to their detriment.
Somebody needs to show true leadership in order to really establish peace.
Although the Israelis say their target is Hamas and to prevent rocket fire, the rockets continue. That's because it's virtually impossible to prevent guerrilla attacks in traditional warfare. Therefore, we can look forward to a long operation with many additional casualties, few results and increased tensions.
The whole thing over there is a mess that cannot be solved through military force. Say a Hamas operative sends off a rocket and kills an innocent Israeli. Then Israel blows up an entire neighborhood looking for that operative, they may be successful in killing that operative. But, you've also gained more enemies.
It's a never-ending cycle that will continue until somebody changes their thinking. It's silly to believe that Israel can gain peace with Hamas while Hamas their militant arm seeks the destruction of Israel, intimidates their civilians through rocket fire, while not even recognizing their right to live in peace. That's not a true partner to peace.
It's naive for Israel to believe they can gain peace in the Palestinian territories by enforcing their own little version of apartheid. Banning foreign journalists and preventing humanitarian aid only works to their detriment.
Somebody needs to show true leadership in order to really establish peace.
Thursday, January 1, 2009
Tuesday, December 30, 2008
The GOP Painting itself into a Corner
Rush Limbaugh's "Barack the Magic Negro" song apparently has made it's way to the RNC. Chip Saltsman, who is running for the Chairman position of the RNC, distributed Rush's parody CD.
Some members of the GOP have announced their displeasure of this CD. However, more and more Republicans are coming to ol' Chip's defense. This includes former Ohio Lt. Governor Ken Blackwell. Now, they are saying that distributing this material has actually helped Saltman's bid to become GOP Chair.
Honestly, this does not surprise me. Today's Republican Party has no clue. Not only does the CD poke fun at Obama and white/black race relations, but it also makes fun of Hispanics with their take on "Spanglish". The Republican Party is isolating themselves further and further but doesn't seem to know it. Instead of taking measures to unite conservatives and bring more people to the party that may share their beliefs, these guys have chosen to attempt to keep the party as "white-bread" as possible by shunning those who could possibly gravitate to a positive message.
The promoters of the CD say that it's only designed to poke fun at liberals. But, since when did being black or Hispanic make one a liberal? Do these guys not understand this? Why not make fun at liberal policy, instead of collectively making fun of blacks and Hispanics because you "think" all of them are liberals.
It's a shame. Of course, I used to be a Republican. The conservative principles that brought me to the party has apparently become less important to these folks than maintaining a WASP identity. In the meantime, our country just elected it's first black President and is becoming more and more diverse.
The GOP is painting itself into a corner and doesn't even know it.
Some members of the GOP have announced their displeasure of this CD. However, more and more Republicans are coming to ol' Chip's defense. This includes former Ohio Lt. Governor Ken Blackwell. Now, they are saying that distributing this material has actually helped Saltman's bid to become GOP Chair.
Honestly, this does not surprise me. Today's Republican Party has no clue. Not only does the CD poke fun at Obama and white/black race relations, but it also makes fun of Hispanics with their take on "Spanglish". The Republican Party is isolating themselves further and further but doesn't seem to know it. Instead of taking measures to unite conservatives and bring more people to the party that may share their beliefs, these guys have chosen to attempt to keep the party as "white-bread" as possible by shunning those who could possibly gravitate to a positive message.
The promoters of the CD say that it's only designed to poke fun at liberals. But, since when did being black or Hispanic make one a liberal? Do these guys not understand this? Why not make fun at liberal policy, instead of collectively making fun of blacks and Hispanics because you "think" all of them are liberals.
It's a shame. Of course, I used to be a Republican. The conservative principles that brought me to the party has apparently become less important to these folks than maintaining a WASP identity. In the meantime, our country just elected it's first black President and is becoming more and more diverse.
The GOP is painting itself into a corner and doesn't even know it.
Today's Tidbits
The Democrat's version of Sarah Palin is finding it tougher to be annointed Senator. Hey, at least Palin was elected to something. Later for this Kennedy/royalty BS. This is America. Let the monarchs stay in Europe.
The feds just gave GMAC $6 billion to revive the loaning arm of their business. I still don't understand how $6B will fix something that $700B didn't. Oh, I remember......they never loaned out any of the $700 billion! The banks just kept the money. Nevermind.
In the biggest case of the pot calling the kettle black, President Bush warns Obama not to overspend during his administration. This comes from the "supposedly" conservative President that raised spending and our country's deficit to levels almost unimaginable to most Americans only a few years ago.
Serving in the military and being deployed a negative in child custody battles? Wow.
The feds just gave GMAC $6 billion to revive the loaning arm of their business. I still don't understand how $6B will fix something that $700B didn't. Oh, I remember......they never loaned out any of the $700 billion! The banks just kept the money. Nevermind.
In the biggest case of the pot calling the kettle black, President Bush warns Obama not to overspend during his administration. This comes from the "supposedly" conservative President that raised spending and our country's deficit to levels almost unimaginable to most Americans only a few years ago.
Serving in the military and being deployed a negative in child custody battles? Wow.
Friday, December 26, 2008
Helping High School Athletes get to College
Check out this very important column that I wrote about a couple of weeks ago. It deals with football and how many coaches seem very reluctant to help their kids gain a college education after they have finished their playing careers.
Another contributing factor is the good ol' boy system in states like Indiana. They actively decide which athletes will and will not be promoted. Regardless of production on the field, they have their chosen few and they'll stick to them. They are basically "playing God" with these kids' futures.
Of course, their is only one real Creator, so these guys can and must be defeated by the interested folks with "right" on their side.
Be on the lookout for more related news to this in the very new future.
Another contributing factor is the good ol' boy system in states like Indiana. They actively decide which athletes will and will not be promoted. Regardless of production on the field, they have their chosen few and they'll stick to them. They are basically "playing God" with these kids' futures.
Of course, their is only one real Creator, so these guys can and must be defeated by the interested folks with "right" on their side.
Be on the lookout for more related news to this in the very new future.
Thursday, December 18, 2008
Economic Madness and other News of the Day
Chrysler announces that it will temporarily shut down its production plants for a month. Those plants employ an estimated 46,000 Americans. Right in time for Christmas!
Obama names three financial regulators. As many of you know, I'm not a big government oversight guy. I think that free enterprise needs to be maintained in a free, capitalistic country. However, I also believe that in order for capitalism to work, both the buyer and the seller need to benefit. For the last few years, the sellers have disproportionately gained while the buyers have suffered.
Speaking of abuses in the oil/gas industry, the speculators are at it again. Of course, most Americans have been loving the lower gas prices. However, the prices are starting to inch their way up again. At the same time, oil is at its lowest point since 2004.
The Illinois Supreme Court denies attempts by the state Legislature to remove their tainted Governor.
The country is seeing high levels of snowfall. Of course, all of this proves global warming.....Hmmm, wait a minute. If the earth is warming like they say, wouldn't this be reflected on the actual thermometers? That's funny, all along I thought that global warming would make "the globe" warm.
136 people apply for 3 open jobs in a landfill that pay less than $10/hour. Some folks were even on their knees begging to be hired. Meanwhile Wilmington, OH will soon lay off more than half of its entire population. Yeah, this is still America.
Breaking news from 1964: NAACP finds networks lagging in diversity.
Obama names three financial regulators. As many of you know, I'm not a big government oversight guy. I think that free enterprise needs to be maintained in a free, capitalistic country. However, I also believe that in order for capitalism to work, both the buyer and the seller need to benefit. For the last few years, the sellers have disproportionately gained while the buyers have suffered.
Speaking of abuses in the oil/gas industry, the speculators are at it again. Of course, most Americans have been loving the lower gas prices. However, the prices are starting to inch their way up again. At the same time, oil is at its lowest point since 2004.
The Illinois Supreme Court denies attempts by the state Legislature to remove their tainted Governor.
The country is seeing high levels of snowfall. Of course, all of this proves global warming.....Hmmm, wait a minute. If the earth is warming like they say, wouldn't this be reflected on the actual thermometers? That's funny, all along I thought that global warming would make "the globe" warm.
136 people apply for 3 open jobs in a landfill that pay less than $10/hour. Some folks were even on their knees begging to be hired. Meanwhile Wilmington, OH will soon lay off more than half of its entire population. Yeah, this is still America.
Breaking news from 1964: NAACP finds networks lagging in diversity.
Atlanta Judge Serves Bigotry instead of Justice
An Atlanta woman accompanies a family member into a courtroom for a traffic ticket violation. However, she is the one that ends up in jail. Her crime? She failed to remove her Islamic headscarf known as a hijab. The judge sentenced her to 10 days in jail for contempt of court.
Yeah, sounds like a punishable offense to me. This judge also banned another Muslim woman and her 14 year-old daughter from his courtroom because they were wearing hijabs.
This guy needs to be removed from the bench. Obviously, he has a high level of prejudices against Muslims. I think that it would be highly difficult for those that share my faith to get a fair trial in this guy's courtroom.
Monday, December 15, 2008
Courthouse Killers, Russians on our Doorsteps and Global Warming Madness
Convicted courthouse killer Brian Nichols will spend the rest of his life in prison without the possibility of parole. However, he has been spared of the death penalty. The folks around Georgia are pissed. They wanted his head on a platter. They've discussed changing Georgia death penalty law to make it easier to execute criminals. Although I have no love for a killer such as Nichols, I'm happy he wasn't given the death penalty. I just don't believe that a man (or a group of men) should decide when another man leaves this earth. I firmly believe that's between him and The Creator.
Russian warships are on their way to Cuba. Latin America is having a summit; and the guest stars are China, Russia and Iran. Somebody please explain to me why nobody cares. We are quickly losing our influence on the world as we are losing our money. Again, please someone tell me why this isn't important.
Meanwhile, war widows are being denied benefits because of a "computer glitch".
President Bush goes to Iraq and some reporter throws a shoe at him. The President was a good sport and laughed it off. But, I'm pissed that this guy tried to assault our President. I hope that one of the Secret Service guys gave this guy the business afterwards. UPDATE: I missed the fact that shoe throwing is considered a tremendous act of disrepect in the Arab world. Apparently, this guy was also sending a political message against our presence.
In an act that is designed to empower the moderates, Israel frees over 200 Palestinian prisoners.
Obama's version of the New Deal looks like it will cost over $1 trillion over two years. This is exactly what I predicted. Since Republicans gave $700 billion to their cronies without question, the Dems will do the same thing, only bigger. It will take about twenty years and a lot of pain in our country before we have a "real" conservative administration.
If global warming is true, why has it been so cold outside? Well, that's because of global warming.
It's wild that whenever Muslims commit an act of terrorism, people question why Muslims have been silent. However, what's more wild is that these folks mainly ignore the Muslims that have condemned these actions.
It's funny how the "holier than thou" types are easily caught up in their own little controversies.Friday, December 12, 2008
Friday News and Notes
The Republicans have killed the $15B auto bailout. They say they are looking out for the taxpayers. Now, this would be consistent if they also opposed the $700B gift to the financial companies. Of course, they just dropped that money off with no questions asked. I don't understand why $15 billion is such a big deal when $700 billion created no waves. What makes it very weird is that they won't announce the companies who have taken the money.
As much as I am against government intervention into private companies, I can understand the need to help the automakers in order to save the jobs of 3 million autoworkers and another 9 million folks that work for periphial companies.
Now that the bill has been defeated in Congress, it looks like the White House will use some of the TARP money to finance this auto bailout. Hey, where have you heard that before???
Barack Obama's approval rating are sky high. Maybe because he hasn't taken office? Anyway, he isn't making too many friends in the South with his appointments. There have been no Southerners announced to Cabinet level positions. C'mon O-man, you can't find any qualified thumpers to join your administration?
Kinder, gentler manufactoring? Give me a break. They don't want companies that make military parts doing business in Woodstock. Hey, if I was Ametek, I'd pack my bags and move elsewhere. There are many cities in the midwest that would love those jobs.
Colin Powell says the Republican Party should not listen to Rush Limbaugh and those that appeal to our lesser instincts. Ouch!!
Virtual online Islam? Well it's here. Although I'm a bit of a techy. I'm not really a gamer. So, I'm not sure how this could be fun.
As much as I am against government intervention into private companies, I can understand the need to help the automakers in order to save the jobs of 3 million autoworkers and another 9 million folks that work for periphial companies.
Now that the bill has been defeated in Congress, it looks like the White House will use some of the TARP money to finance this auto bailout. Hey, where have you heard that before???
Barack Obama's approval rating are sky high. Maybe because he hasn't taken office? Anyway, he isn't making too many friends in the South with his appointments. There have been no Southerners announced to Cabinet level positions. C'mon O-man, you can't find any qualified thumpers to join your administration?
Kinder, gentler manufactoring? Give me a break. They don't want companies that make military parts doing business in Woodstock. Hey, if I was Ametek, I'd pack my bags and move elsewhere. There are many cities in the midwest that would love those jobs.
Colin Powell says the Republican Party should not listen to Rush Limbaugh and those that appeal to our lesser instincts. Ouch!!
Virtual online Islam? Well it's here. Although I'm a bit of a techy. I'm not really a gamer. So, I'm not sure how this could be fun.
Go Bears!!!!
My boys did it last night. We're still in this thing. We need some help from Arizona this weekend against the Vikes.
It's not over yet fellas!!!!!
Wednesday, December 10, 2008
Czars in America, Corrupt Cops and Governors
Congress is close to a deal with automakers on a $15 billion loan. However, they had to appoint an "auto czar" to oversee the funds. What is it about czars in America that strikes me the wrong way?
The Illinois Governor scandel isn't helping Barack Obama too much. He's now being asked to resign or be face impeachment.
Al Gore is once again choking on his cheeseburgers. Over 650 International scientiest blast the whole man-made global warming theory. They say any warming of the earth is due to......THE SUN!!! Imagine that.
Joe the Plumber says he "felt dirty" after campaigning with John McCain. That's wild. It's John McCain that pulled him from under kitchen sinks to doing interviews with Glenn Beck.
Three New York cops charged with sodomy after an arrest at a subway station. What is it with these guys that they feel they have to abuse or sexually attack black men they arrest? You never hear about them sodomizing any white guys.
Now that Coretta has passed, the King family is becoming more and more embarrassing. Harry Belafonte is auctioning off papers given to him by Coretta. The King kids have successfully blocked the auction saying Harry "wrongly acquired them". The papers were set to go for somewhere between $800k and $1.3M. These folks are simply looking for their cut.
Woman goes into bathroom at Cracker Barrel and returns with $97,000 in cash. She turns it in to authorities. Either she's rich or she has the best heart in Tennessee.
The Illinois Governor scandel isn't helping Barack Obama too much. He's now being asked to resign or be face impeachment.
Al Gore is once again choking on his cheeseburgers. Over 650 International scientiest blast the whole man-made global warming theory. They say any warming of the earth is due to......THE SUN!!! Imagine that.
Joe the Plumber says he "felt dirty" after campaigning with John McCain. That's wild. It's John McCain that pulled him from under kitchen sinks to doing interviews with Glenn Beck.
Three New York cops charged with sodomy after an arrest at a subway station. What is it with these guys that they feel they have to abuse or sexually attack black men they arrest? You never hear about them sodomizing any white guys.
Now that Coretta has passed, the King family is becoming more and more embarrassing. Harry Belafonte is auctioning off papers given to him by Coretta. The King kids have successfully blocked the auction saying Harry "wrongly acquired them". The papers were set to go for somewhere between $800k and $1.3M. These folks are simply looking for their cut.
Woman goes into bathroom at Cracker Barrel and returns with $97,000 in cash. She turns it in to authorities. Either she's rich or she has the best heart in Tennessee.
Tuesday, December 9, 2008
Selling Senate Seats
Today, the Feds busted Illinois Governor Rob Blagojevich. Of course, Barack Obama had to resign from his seat in the U.S. Senate in order to assume the Presidency. The task of appointing his successor fell to the Governor.
It is a big deal to be appointed U.S. Senator so ol' Blago wanted to get paid for his services. He initially wasn't finding many takers. He said, "They're not willing to give me anything but appreciation. *Bleep* them!"
Little did the Governor know, the feds were on to him. It is obviously illegal to sell seats to the U.S. Senate. This guy is in major trouble. But hey, he can still make his appointment from his jail cell!!!
Thursday, December 4, 2008
War Drums, Paulson's Double-Talk and Pirate Hunters
Can somebody please tell Israel not to start WWIII. According to the Jerusalem Post, Israel is ready to attack Iranian nuclear facilities. They have plans to do it with or without the approval or assistance of the United States. I'm sure this is going to work out well for Americans. Will we have to sacrifice our sons for this horrendous mistake, even though we didn't sign off?
Hardline Israeli settlers walk into the Palestinian city of Hebron and move just into one of their homes. The Palestinians sue and the courts tell the settlers to leave. Israeli troops force them to leave. Now they have a battle on their hands.
The banks still aren't lending money as they were supposed to under the bailout. Henry Paulson now says we cannot force banks to loan money to people. I would agree with that. However, that wasn't his suggestion when he was giving them our money to the tune of $700 billion. I guess now that they have the cash, he can say whatever he wants.
In more economic news, ATT plans on laying off 12,000 employees, Viacom is laying off 850 and NBC will drop 500 employees. Looks like a mental recession to me.
Things aren't going so well for the Big 3 automakers in their pursuit of a bailout.
Defense Secretary Gates gets to keep his job. But, it looks like he'll have to introduce himself to almost everyone else at the Defense Dept.
An official timetable has been passed by the Iraqis. It gives us three years to pack up and leave.
BlackWater has been tasked to fight piracy on the high seas. The pirates better hope this former navy seals and special ops guys never catch up with them.
Hardline Israeli settlers walk into the Palestinian city of Hebron and move just into one of their homes. The Palestinians sue and the courts tell the settlers to leave. Israeli troops force them to leave. Now they have a battle on their hands.
The banks still aren't lending money as they were supposed to under the bailout. Henry Paulson now says we cannot force banks to loan money to people. I would agree with that. However, that wasn't his suggestion when he was giving them our money to the tune of $700 billion. I guess now that they have the cash, he can say whatever he wants.
In more economic news, ATT plans on laying off 12,000 employees, Viacom is laying off 850 and NBC will drop 500 employees. Looks like a mental recession to me.
Things aren't going so well for the Big 3 automakers in their pursuit of a bailout.
Defense Secretary Gates gets to keep his job. But, it looks like he'll have to introduce himself to almost everyone else at the Defense Dept.
An official timetable has been passed by the Iraqis. It gives us three years to pack up and leave.
BlackWater has been tasked to fight piracy on the high seas. The pirates better hope this former navy seals and special ops guys never catch up with them.
Tuesday, December 2, 2008
Marines on Main Street
Why doesn't this administration get it? What's with their crazy obsession with executive powers? Can they please find some level of conservatism? What will it take for them to understand that Americans do NOT like an intrusive style of government with police powers that mimic communist China?
The Pentagon just announced that they will use 20,000 troops for domestic purposes. Of course, that's unconstitutional. But, since when did that ever stop them? In the past, there has been a clear understanding, backed by official legislation, that our military was not to be used against our own. They are not to be used for domestic purposes. That's why we have local and state police forces. We also have the FBI for federal law enforcement. Each state also has a National Guard for emergencies.
However, we should never end up like China or some uncontrollable African nation with military troops walking around in our streets with AK-47s.
However, we should never end up like China or some uncontrollable African nation with military troops walking around in our streets with AK-47s.
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