Year: 2013

Rest In Peace Nelson Mandela

Former South African President Nelson Mandela has died at age 95 of complications from a recurring lung infection. The anti-apartheid leader and Nobel Peace Prize laureate was a beloved figure around the world, a symbol of reconciliation from a country with a brutal history of racism. Mandela was released from prison in 1990 after nearly… Continue reading Rest In Peace Nelson Mandela

Sarah Palin’s Victory Lap – Responds to Fox News After Martin Bashir Resigns

The woman who Martin Bashir described as “America’s dunce” went to the safe confines of Fox News and commented about Bashir’s resegnation from MSNBC. Palin, who usually have too many words coming out of her mouth before her brain actually formulate the thought, was true to form today when asked about Bashir’s resignation. “My role is… Continue reading Sarah Palin’s Victory Lap – Responds to Fox News After Martin Bashir Resigns

Obama is Helping Americans, So Republicans Now Want Impeachment

They are frantic. These Republicans are running out of options. All the lies they have told about the president is falling by the wayside. So the next move in their playbook? Impeachment… for absolutely… no reason! He’s a Democratic President, so impeachment is their natural inclination. It’s what they do! History will record that on… Continue reading Obama is Helping Americans, So Republicans Now Want Impeachment

Elizabeth Warren – “I’m not running for president, and I plan to serve out my term”

Wishing for an Elizabeth Warren Presidential candidacy in 2016? Well you may have to wait a little longer… “I’m not running for president, and I plan to serve out my term,” Warren said in quotes that were first reported by The Boston Herald and Boston Globe. Warren’s Senate office confirmed her comments. Warren, who has… Continue reading Elizabeth Warren – “I’m not running for president, and I plan to serve out my term”

MSNBC’s Martin Bashir Resigns After Sarah Palin Comment

Personal Note: I disagree with Bashir decision to resign today. His accurate and insightful take on the disfunction in today’s politics and the Republican party will be greatly missed. MSNBC host Martin Bashir resigned Wednesday following controversy surrounding remarks he made on his show in November about former Alaska Gov. Sarah Palin. “Upon further reflection,… Continue reading MSNBC’s Martin Bashir Resigns After Sarah Palin Comment

New Texas Rule – You Cannot Advise Texans On The Benefits of Healthcare

It’s like a massive push to keep the American people ignorant to the benefits of having healthcare, and this push is happening in Republican governed states. Take Texas for example. A new Rule in Texas makes it illegal for anyone to advise someone else on what healthcare to get or the benefits of getting healthcare.… Continue reading New Texas Rule – You Cannot Advise Texans On The Benefits of Healthcare

The Butler to Return to Theaters

Riding a wave of Oscar buzz and big earnings at the box office, Lee Daniels’ acclaimed film The Butler will be returned to theaters for a limited on December 6th. The film stars Forest Whitaker as a White House service-worker named Cecil Gaines who witnesses history alongside presidents like Eisenhower, Kennedy, Nixon and Reagan. His… Continue reading The Butler to Return to Theaters

Sandy Hook 911 Tapes Released – Disturbing Calls, Bullets Heard in Background

I don’t see the need for posting the actual 911 calls from terrified teachers and workers at Sandy Hook the day Adam Lanza decided to slaughter 26 people. I see no point in hearing people scream for their lives, or hearing gunshots ringing in the background as kids were murdered. I side with the families… Continue reading Sandy Hook 911 Tapes Released – Disturbing Calls, Bullets Heard in Background