Dec
31
The whole nation turned on Clinton over trying to coverup a sexual infidelity, while so many just swallow Bush’s lies without complaint. Can you imagine if Clinton did this kind of stuff? God, they probably would have hung him on a tree.
Here are just a few random things that I don’t think of as “American.” […]
Dec
31
Live Vote: Should Bush be impeached? - Politics - MSNBC.com
Here’s how it stands right now in the MSNBC online poll:
Do you believe President Bush’s actions justify impeachment? * 182687 responses
Yes, between the secret spying, the deceptions leading to war and more, there is plenty to justify putting him on trial.
86%
No, like any president, […]
Dec
29
WHAT I WANT FOR CHRISTMAS
Boston, December 1897
Robert G. Ingersoll
If I had the power to produce exactly what I want for next Christmas, I would have all the kings and emperors resign and allow the people to govern themselves.
I would have all the nobility drop their titles and […]
Dec
29
My mom was concerned about stories she had heard about the “bird flu” making its way from the American West, with patients clogging hospitals, etc. She had heard it had come as far as Kansas. Huh? So I looked it up. Here ya go, Mom.
California Flu: NOT the “Bird Flu”, But Still Needs Your […]
Dec
29
Reads:
AlterNet: The 14 Worst Corporate Evildoers
Big Brother Bush By Molly Ivins
Presidents all the same when scandal strikes by Bob Barr
It Has Happened Here: The growth of executive power in this country has some disturbing precedents by Alan Bisbort
Top 12 media myths and falsehoods on the Bush administration’s spying scandal
White Phosphorous: The U.S. Used It; The […]
Dec
28
This time of year is more difficult for families dealing with JW stuff, so can I just say…. Merry Christmas, Happy Hanukkah, Blessed Yule, a Rockin’ Saturnalia, Groovy Kwansaa, and whatever else you feel like celebrating! Have a “Winter” party - call it whatever you like - have a “lights” party. Reach out to others […]
Dec
27
Etherealgirl has invited me to do this one (love the Christmas skin on your blog!).
Seven Things To Do Before I Die
Live to see the current campaign financing system abolished. Each candidate should receive a specified amount from tax dollars. Network should air weekly debates as part of their obligation in return for use of public […]