Karl Rove: Democrats and the Health-Reform Albatross - WSJ.com:
'Mitch McConnell, John Boehner, Karl Rove, they're all warning you of the horrendous impact if you support this legislation,' President Barack Obama said in March about his health reform, but 'I am actually confident . . . that it will end up being the smart thing to do politically . . .'
Unfortunately for the president, it turns out ObamaCare is not the wind filling the sails of Democratic candidates and propelling them to victory. Rather it has become a reef on which many of their electoral hopes will founder.
Pollster.com reports health-care reform is less popular today than it was when it was passed in March. And it wasn't particularly popular back then."
Thursday, September 30, 2010
Molly Norris Goes Ghost - Clifford D. May - National Review Online
Molly Norris Goes Ghost - Clifford D. May - National Review Online:
Molly Norris is not as well known as Imam Feisal Abdul Rauf or Pastor Terry Jones. But you should know who she is — even though she is no more. It will take just a moment for me to explain.
In response to threats from militant Islamists, such custodians of Western culture as Comedy Central, Yale University Press, and the Deutsche Oper have resorted to self-censorship. Norris, a cartoonist for the Seattle Weekly, was troubled by what she saw — correctly, I think — as the slow-motion surrender of freedom of expression, a fundamental right."
Molly Norris is not as well known as Imam Feisal Abdul Rauf or Pastor Terry Jones. But you should know who she is — even though she is no more. It will take just a moment for me to explain.
In response to threats from militant Islamists, such custodians of Western culture as Comedy Central, Yale University Press, and the Deutsche Oper have resorted to self-censorship. Norris, a cartoonist for the Seattle Weekly, was troubled by what she saw — correctly, I think — as the slow-motion surrender of freedom of expression, a fundamental right."
Colbert & Ironic Rot - Jonah Goldberg - National Review Online
Colbert & Ironic Rot - Jonah Goldberg - National Review Online:
Stephen Colbert’s “testimony” before Congress last week was a clear sign that ironic rot (if you’ve got a better term, let me know) is sinking into the foundation of our political system.
Irony, or post-irony, or ironic post-whatever has been metastasizing through the culture for decades. The most famous example was Seinfeld, a hilarious show that was famously “about nothing” and much derided by earnest writers on the left and right for its detached mockery of any deeply held principle or conviction."
Stephen Colbert’s “testimony” before Congress last week was a clear sign that ironic rot (if you’ve got a better term, let me know) is sinking into the foundation of our political system.
Irony, or post-irony, or ironic post-whatever has been metastasizing through the culture for decades. The most famous example was Seinfeld, a hilarious show that was famously “about nothing” and much derided by earnest writers on the left and right for its detached mockery of any deeply held principle or conviction."
The Dems’ Disastrous Model - Victor Davis Hanson - National Review Online
The Dems’ Disastrous Model - Victor Davis Hanson - National Review Online:
The bookish, twice-unsuccessful Democratic presidential candidate Adlai Stevenson once sighed that if most thinking people supported him, it still wouldn’t be enough to get elected in America because “I need a majority.”
For some reason, Democrats have chosen to follow the disastrous model of Stevenson and not that of the feisty, man-of-the-people Missourian Harry Truman — though the former nearly wrecked the party and the latter got elected."
The bookish, twice-unsuccessful Democratic presidential candidate Adlai Stevenson once sighed that if most thinking people supported him, it still wouldn’t be enough to get elected in America because “I need a majority.”
For some reason, Democrats have chosen to follow the disastrous model of Stevenson and not that of the feisty, man-of-the-people Missourian Harry Truman — though the former nearly wrecked the party and the latter got elected."
Medal of Honor recipient's family turned away at White House | KTVB.COM | KTVB.COM | Boise, Idaho news
Medal of Honor recipient's family turned away at White House | KTVB.COM | KTVB.COM | Boise, Idaho news:
SPOKANE, Wash. -- Family of Medal of Honor recipient Vernon Baker was denied access to the White House's West Wing on Saturday, a day after the World War II hero was buried at Arlington National Cemetery.
Baker's widow, Heidy, and grandson, Vernon Pawlik, 10, were denied entry because the boy was wearing shorts and a T-shirt. His shirt had a picture of his grandfather on it."
SPOKANE, Wash. -- Family of Medal of Honor recipient Vernon Baker was denied access to the White House's West Wing on Saturday, a day after the World War II hero was buried at Arlington National Cemetery.
Baker's widow, Heidy, and grandson, Vernon Pawlik, 10, were denied entry because the boy was wearing shorts and a T-shirt. His shirt had a picture of his grandfather on it."
Senate votes to turn down volume on TV commercials - Yahoo! News
Well...thank god.....whew! This one had me WORRIED.....OMG......are you kidding me.....
Senate votes to turn down volume on TV commercials - Yahoo! News:
WASHINGTON – Legislation to turn down the volume on loud TV commercials that send couch potatoes diving for their remote controls looks like it'll soon become law."
Senate votes to turn down volume on TV commercials - Yahoo! News:
WASHINGTON – Legislation to turn down the volume on loud TV commercials that send couch potatoes diving for their remote controls looks like it'll soon become law."
SLAVE LABOR: Teamsters President Says Members ‘HAVE’ TO GO to One Nation Rally | The Blaze
Yup....JUST like 8/28..................................?
SLAVE LABOR: Teamsters President Says Members ‘HAVE’ TO GO to One Nation Rally | The Blaze:
SLAVE LABOR: Teamsters President Says Members ‘HAVE’ TO GO to One Nation Rally"
SLAVE LABOR: Teamsters President Says Members ‘HAVE’ TO GO to One Nation Rally | The Blaze:
SLAVE LABOR: Teamsters President Says Members ‘HAVE’ TO GO to One Nation Rally"
Panel considers raising stamp price to 46 cents | The Daily Caller - Breaking News, Opinion, Research, and Entertainment
Coming soon to Obamacare near you....
Panel considers raising stamp price to 46 cents | The Daily Caller :
WASHINGTON (AP) — The independent commission that oversees the Postal Service is preparing to deliver its verdict on a request for a 2-cent increase — to 46 cents — in the cost of mailing a letter.
The Postal Regulatory Commission plans to reveal its decision on requested rate increases at a news conference Thursday."
Panel considers raising stamp price to 46 cents | The Daily Caller :
WASHINGTON (AP) — The independent commission that oversees the Postal Service is preparing to deliver its verdict on a request for a 2-cent increase — to 46 cents — in the cost of mailing a letter.
The Postal Regulatory Commission plans to reveal its decision on requested rate increases at a news conference Thursday."
Middle class tax-cut issue backfiring on Democrats - The Boston Globe
You KNOW you are in trouble when this left wing rag starts to eat it's own.....
Middle class tax-cut issue backfiring on Democrats - The Boston Globe:
WASHINGTON — President Obama’s urgent call for Congress to immediately extend tax breaks for the middle class was supposed to create a defining Democratic issue and cast Republicans as defenders of the rich on the eve of crucial midterm elections. Now, three weeks later, Democrats are further divided and Republicans are using the tax cut issue to their advantage."
Middle class tax-cut issue backfiring on Democrats - The Boston Globe:
WASHINGTON — President Obama’s urgent call for Congress to immediately extend tax breaks for the middle class was supposed to create a defining Democratic issue and cast Republicans as defenders of the rich on the eve of crucial midterm elections. Now, three weeks later, Democrats are further divided and Republicans are using the tax cut issue to their advantage."
Dollar Set for Biggest Monthly Loss Since 2008 Versus Euro on U.S. Economy - Bloomberg
Oh swell.....well I can verify my dollars have taken a loss.....
Dollar Set for Biggest Monthly Loss Since 2008 Versus Euro on U.S. Economy - Bloomberg:
The dollar headed for its biggest monthly loss since 2008 versus the euro as signs the U.S. economy is slowing damped demand for the nation’s assets.
The dollar was set for a quarterly drop versus all of its major counterparts before data forecast to show U.S. business activity and manufacturing slowed. Federal Reserve Chairman Ben S. Bernanke is scheduled to testify in Washington today amid speculation the central bank is preparing to buy more U.S. debt. The yen approached the strongest since the Bank of Japan intervened amid speculation exporters are bringing home overseas earnings before the end of the fiscal first half."
Dollar Set for Biggest Monthly Loss Since 2008 Versus Euro on U.S. Economy - Bloomberg:
The dollar headed for its biggest monthly loss since 2008 versus the euro as signs the U.S. economy is slowing damped demand for the nation’s assets.
The dollar was set for a quarterly drop versus all of its major counterparts before data forecast to show U.S. business activity and manufacturing slowed. Federal Reserve Chairman Ben S. Bernanke is scheduled to testify in Washington today amid speculation the central bank is preparing to buy more U.S. debt. The yen approached the strongest since the Bank of Japan intervened amid speculation exporters are bringing home overseas earnings before the end of the fiscal first half."
Glenn Beck - Current Events & Politics - Townhall Magazine tells the story of Restoring Honor
Glenn Beck - Current Events & Politics - Townhall Magazine tells the story of Restoring Honor:
Townhall magazine a monthly online magazine published by Townhall.com, has become the latest news source to cover the “Restoring Honor” rally that Glenn held at the Lincoln Memorial in Washington, DC on 8/28."
Townhall magazine a monthly online magazine published by Townhall.com, has become the latest news source to cover the “Restoring Honor” rally that Glenn held at the Lincoln Memorial in Washington, DC on 8/28."
Michael Shaw: Reading the Pictures: Glenn Beck: The Picture of Innocence
Michael Shaw: Reading the Pictures: Glenn Beck: The Picture of Innocence:
Sometimes the artful New York Times Magazine will use subtle satire or exaggeration in a photographic cover portrait. Other times, they will play it fairly straight. Of course, how the slant of the photo plays with the tone of the article can also make all the difference in the world."
Sometimes the artful New York Times Magazine will use subtle satire or exaggeration in a photographic cover portrait. Other times, they will play it fairly straight. Of course, how the slant of the photo plays with the tone of the article can also make all the difference in the world."
10 Bigoted Remarks Made by the ‘Tolerant’ Left In Obama’s ‘Post-Racial’ America | NewsReal Blog
10 Bigoted Remarks Made by the ‘Tolerant’ Left In Obama’s ‘Post-Racial’ America | NewsReal Blog:
During the 2008 Presidential campaign, we heard relentlessly about how Barack Obama would usher in the era of Post-Racial America. Upon his Presidential nomination and subsequent election, it reached a fever pitch, with every speech he made being lauded as the second coming of Martin Luther King, Jr. In reality, not so much. In fact, the reality was almost the antithesis of Martin Luther King, Jr’s dream – instead of being about character, everything became about the color of one’s skin."
During the 2008 Presidential campaign, we heard relentlessly about how Barack Obama would usher in the era of Post-Racial America. Upon his Presidential nomination and subsequent election, it reached a fever pitch, with every speech he made being lauded as the second coming of Martin Luther King, Jr. In reality, not so much. In fact, the reality was almost the antithesis of Martin Luther King, Jr’s dream – instead of being about character, everything became about the color of one’s skin."
Top 10 Sarah Palin Haters From Blogosphere, Media, Comedians and Obama Supporters | NewsReal Blog
Top 10 Sarah Palin Haters From Blogosphere, Media, Comedians and Obama Supporters | NewsReal Blog:
The goal, simply put, was to destroy Sarah Palin by any means possible. Being as passionate as they always are, progressive bloggers, media pundits, leftist groups and even comedians started their hate campaign instantly."
The goal, simply put, was to destroy Sarah Palin by any means possible. Being as passionate as they always are, progressive bloggers, media pundits, leftist groups and even comedians started their hate campaign instantly."
The One Freedom Big Government Progressives Won’t Touch | NewsReal Blog
The One Freedom Big Government Progressives Won’t Touch | NewsReal Blog:
No one ever pretended that leftists use a right and wrong kind of logic. So it stands to reason that they would craft a system that legalizes the killing of unborn babies under the banner of individual rights.
While in Albuquerque, New Mexico on September 28, Barack Obama reiterated the Clinton era talking point when asked about his position on abortion:"
No one ever pretended that leftists use a right and wrong kind of logic. So it stands to reason that they would craft a system that legalizes the killing of unborn babies under the banner of individual rights.
While in Albuquerque, New Mexico on September 28, Barack Obama reiterated the Clinton era talking point when asked about his position on abortion:"
The Left’s Peretz Problem | FrontPage Magazine
The Left’s Peretz Problem | FrontPage Magazine:
It doesn’t take much to provoke the modern furies of political correctness, but longtime New Republic editor-in-chief Martin Peretz touched off a still-raging storm earlier this month when he published a blog post lamenting the general failure of Muslims to protest the sectarian murder of their coreligionists in the Islamic world. In the passage that most incensed his critics, Peretz concluded tha"
It doesn’t take much to provoke the modern furies of political correctness, but longtime New Republic editor-in-chief Martin Peretz touched off a still-raging storm earlier this month when he published a blog post lamenting the general failure of Muslims to protest the sectarian murder of their coreligionists in the Islamic world. In the passage that most incensed his critics, Peretz concluded tha"
The American Spectator : AmSpecBlog : Establishment: 'Do Ya Mind, DeMint?'
They are NOT Mike Lowell...Mike has more class and stick to it determination than any politician I have ever met. Mike Lowell has Class.....something most of our Government lacks....however I will agree......The GOP is the team of 2010...and we have the power to "mathematically eliminate" them from the "Playoffs" in November.
And Mike Lowell knows when to leave with Class....he knows when it's over....not like Castle....Murkowski....
The American Spectator : AmSpecBlog : Establishment: 'Do Ya Mind, DeMint?':
Note to above Senators (except for Thune): If you were up for reelection this year you would have had primary challengers and very well could have lost. To make a comparison to my favorite baseball team, you are no longer the 2004 or 2007 World Champion Boston Red Sox. You are the aging team of 2010."
And Mike Lowell knows when to leave with Class....he knows when it's over....not like Castle....Murkowski....
The American Spectator : AmSpecBlog : Establishment: 'Do Ya Mind, DeMint?':
Note to above Senators (except for Thune): If you were up for reelection this year you would have had primary challengers and very well could have lost. To make a comparison to my favorite baseball team, you are no longer the 2004 or 2007 World Champion Boston Red Sox. You are the aging team of 2010."
The American Spectator : Obama's Campaign-Season Christianity
OK....I don't know what is in Obama's heart.....I think he is a decent man - just a gawd awful President. However he is a masterful politician. Now, as his poll numbers plunge......he suddenly and very publicly appears at church. Don't mean to be sinical - but wanna bet that stops right after the elections. He thinks "We" won't notice.
The American Spectator : Obama's Campaign-Season Christianity:
Barack Obama threw his mom under the parish van on Tuesday, describing her as formlessly 'spiritual' while casting himself as the self-made convert. 'I am a Christian by choice,' he said at a campaign event in New Mexico this week. In 2007, he said the opposite: that he became a Christian through his mother. 'My mother was a Christian from Kansas…I was raised by my mother. So, I've always been a Christian,' he told a voter who had inquired about his Islamic background."
The American Spectator : Obama's Campaign-Season Christianity:
Barack Obama threw his mom under the parish van on Tuesday, describing her as formlessly 'spiritual' while casting himself as the self-made convert. 'I am a Christian by choice,' he said at a campaign event in New Mexico this week. In 2007, he said the opposite: that he became a Christian through his mother. 'My mother was a Christian from Kansas…I was raised by my mother. So, I've always been a Christian,' he told a voter who had inquired about his Islamic background."
Obama backs Jon Stewart's sanity rally on Oct. 30
I went to 8/28....they say this 10/30 Rally is the "Anti" 8/28......let's think about that for a second.
700/M people gather together to honor God, Country, Family and the US Constitution.....Oh...the HORROR?!?
Now we have a rally sponsored by the likes of every Union under God, Communists, and of course regular folks.......to "Anti" 8/28.......Anti God, Country, Family and the Constitution.....?
We there weren't the loudest voices that day.....as Jon Stewart sites. Those voices from the past; Jefferson, Adams, Franklin, Madison, Lincoln, Washington...on and on....those were the voices who boomed throughout that day. How would anyone "Anti" that...? Funny....the man who keeps leaving God out of his speeches.....our President... didn't "endorse" 8/28...but he'll back this. This is the" One" who says he doesn't want any divisiveness......
Obama backs Jon Stewart's sanity rally on Oct. 30:
RICHMOND, Va. (AP) - 'Daily Show' host Jon Stewart has won some high-level backing for his 'Rally to Restore Sanity' next month in Washington: President Barack Obama.
Stewart says the Oct. 30 rally is for people who think the loudest voices shouldn't be the only ones that get heard."
700/M people gather together to honor God, Country, Family and the US Constitution.....Oh...the HORROR?!?
Now we have a rally sponsored by the likes of every Union under God, Communists, and of course regular folks.......to "Anti" 8/28.......Anti God, Country, Family and the Constitution.....?
We there weren't the loudest voices that day.....as Jon Stewart sites. Those voices from the past; Jefferson, Adams, Franklin, Madison, Lincoln, Washington...on and on....those were the voices who boomed throughout that day. How would anyone "Anti" that...? Funny....the man who keeps leaving God out of his speeches.....our President... didn't "endorse" 8/28...but he'll back this. This is the" One" who says he doesn't want any divisiveness......
Obama backs Jon Stewart's sanity rally on Oct. 30:
RICHMOND, Va. (AP) - 'Daily Show' host Jon Stewart has won some high-level backing for his 'Rally to Restore Sanity' next month in Washington: President Barack Obama.
Stewart says the Oct. 30 rally is for people who think the loudest voices shouldn't be the only ones that get heard."
Breitbart.tv � Obama on Immigration Debate: ‘I’m Always Suspicious of Politics Dividing People Instead of Bringing Them Together’
THIS from an Administration who has done more to divide this country along racial and economic lines more than any before it???
Breitbart.tv Obama on Immigration Debate: ‘I’m Always Suspicious of Politics Dividing People Instead of Bringing Them Together’: "
Obama on Immigration Debate: ‘I’m Always Suspicious of Politics Dividing People Instead of Bringing Them Together’"
Breitbart.tv Obama on Immigration Debate: ‘I’m Always Suspicious of Politics Dividing People Instead of Bringing Them Together’: "
Obama on Immigration Debate: ‘I’m Always Suspicious of Politics Dividing People Instead of Bringing Them Together’"
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