I suppose that many Americans will see the report that the school board in Jefferson County, Colorado has decided not to blatantly impose its view of United States history on the district’s students as a victory for common sense and educational policy. For those who need a refresher, here’s the basic idea, from the article:… Continue reading The Attack On History
Ebola Victim in Texas Downgraded to Critical Condition
It’s not looking good for Thomas Duncan, the man from Liberia who traveled to the United States on September 20th, after being exposed to the deadly disease in Liberia. The Texas hospital treating Thomas Eric Duncan said in a brief statement: “Mr. Duncan is in critical condition.” The update came as US authorities said none… Continue reading Ebola Victim in Texas Downgraded to Critical Condition
President’s Weekly Address – We Do Better When The Middle Class Does Better
Coming off another positive economic report for the month of September that resulted in the unemployment rate falling yet again to 5.9 percent, President Obama continued the message of a prosperous middle class in his weekly address.
Mitt Romney Signs Voter Registration Form as an ‘Independent’
There goes Mitt Romney again. Mitt Romney, whose name keeps popping up as a possible three-time presidential candidate, would be wise to read legally binding documents before signing them, as demonstrated by a Utah voter-registration gaffe that appeared to have him shunning his Republican Party for independent status and using a home address he couldn’t… Continue reading Mitt Romney Signs Voter Registration Form as an ‘Independent’
Secret Service Mishap – Fake “Congressman” Allowed Backstage of Obama Event
A man posing as a member of Congress made his way backstage at an event the president attended. According to Bloomberg, the unidentified man said he was a congressmen and was allowed in a secured area where other members of Congress got their pictures taken with the president. The incident happened at the Congressional Black… Continue reading Secret Service Mishap – Fake “Congressman” Allowed Backstage of Obama Event
Unemployment Rate Falls to 5.9% – 248,000 Jobs Created in September
Watch Republicans find a way to somehow say this is bad for the economy. In September, the economy added another 248,000 jobs, lowering the unemployment rate to 5.9 percent according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, and creating even more headaches for Republicans. BLU stated that the number of unemployed persons decreased by 329,000 to… Continue reading Unemployment Rate Falls to 5.9% – 248,000 Jobs Created in September
Republicans Say She’s Lazy – Woman Dies Trying to Work 3 Jobs
Republicans would call Maria Fernandes lazy. She worked three jobs at three different Dunkin Donuts in New Jersey, trying to survive and pay her $550 a month rent. According to her landlady, Maria’s rent payments were often late. Working three jobs meant Maria was hardly ever home. She took naps in her car between shifts… Continue reading Republicans Say She’s Lazy – Woman Dies Trying to Work 3 Jobs
NBC Cameraman Contracts Ebola in Liberia West Africa
An American freelance television cameraman working for NBC News in Liberia has tested positive for the Ebola virus and will be flown back to the United States for treatment, the network said on Thursday in its own online report. The diagnosis of the freelancer, hired earlier this week to work with NBC News chief medical editor and correspondent Dr. Nancy… Continue reading NBC Cameraman Contracts Ebola in Liberia West Africa
Voter Registration Soars in Ferguson MO
(AP Photo/Charlie Riedel) If nothing else happens from the murder of Mike Brown by police officer Darren Wilson, at least one thing’s for sure. Ferguson residents are finally realizing where their true power lies, in their vote. And their voter registration drive since the shooting is admirable. Of the 4,839 people in St. Louis County… Continue reading Voter Registration Soars in Ferguson MO
Someone Should Tell Chris Matthews – “Unlikely” Does Not Mean “Impossible”
Chris Matthews is a very smart man. That said, why does he have such a hard time understanding the difference between the words “unlikely” and “impossible?” Over the last few days I’ve watched in amazement as the host of MSNBC’s Hardball blows his lid over and over again trying to grasp the difference between the… Continue reading Someone Should Tell Chris Matthews – “Unlikely” Does Not Mean “Impossible”
Thomas Eric Duncan The First Confirmed Ebola Carrier in The US – PIC
Thomas Eric Duncan is now in isolation in Dallas, but while in Liberia he tried helping his landlord’s daughter who was an Ebola victim. In an effort to save her life, Thomas Duncan rushed the young lady to the hospital in a taxi only to be turned away. Reports say that the girl was too… Continue reading Thomas Eric Duncan The First Confirmed Ebola Carrier in The US – PIC
It’s About Time – The Secret Service Director Quits
The decision to quit was probably the best decision the former director of the Secret Service has made since accepting the job as Secret Service Director. Julia Pierson is finally out! U.S. Secret Service Director Julia Pierson resigned under fire on Wednesday after a series of security lapses came to light that exposed gaping holes in… Continue reading It’s About Time – The Secret Service Director Quits