Yes, I know, it’s only been a week and already I’m full of prophecies and predictions about a liberal (say it with me: Lib-er-al) era that’s just beginning. Others have argued with me that it’s too soon or that the conservatives aren’t going away or that I live in good old liberal (say it again:… Continue reading The Liberal Ascendancy
Al Qaeda In Mali: Islamist Fighters Carve Out New Country
“I figured it was only a matter of time before Africa got back in the news in this manner…” MOPTI, Mali — Deep inside caves, in remote desert bases, in the escarpments and cliff faces of northern Mali, Islamic fighters are burrowing into the earth, erecting a formidable set of defenses to protect what… Continue reading Al Qaeda In Mali: Islamist Fighters Carve Out New Country
Damn! Just When You Thought It Was Safe To Eat Healthy
“FEEL GOOD about what’s in this bottle. Our Vanilla Chai Tea is a smooth blend of brewed green tea, heart healthy soy portein, chai spices and a hint of vanilla flavor — it’s as nutritious as it is delicious!” Let’s face it; hundreds of multi-million dollar food corporations will go out of business if even just… Continue reading Damn! Just When You Thought It Was Safe To Eat Healthy
Chicago Mom Loses Fourth Child To Gun Violence
Five people were gunned down in Chicago yesterday, which included a man who was the son to a local woman who already lost 3 of her kids to gun violence. The 34-year-old son, the youngest of Shirley Chamber’s children, was shot in the head while sitting in his car on the West Side of Chicago.… Continue reading Chicago Mom Loses Fourth Child To Gun Violence
It Is Now Illegal To Unlock Your Cell Phone
I know… You bought that phone and you think you have the right to do whatever you want to do with it, right? Wrong. Starting today, January 26th, unlocking your cell phone without permission from the carrier is illegal. The new law, which applies to devices purchased after today, came about in October when the… Continue reading It Is Now Illegal To Unlock Your Cell Phone
Sarah Palin Booted From FOX
After failing to meet her ratings expectations, Sarah Palin is once again, out of a job. Fox News reports that Palin, who earned $1 million a year as a regular contributor to the station, was no longer meeting her contractual obligations–in other words folks no longer cared what she had to say–about anything. Bill Shine,… Continue reading Sarah Palin Booted From FOX
Stan The Man Laid To Rest
Stan “Stan The Man” Musial was laid to rest today. After his funeral, his family laid a wreath outside of Busch Stadium in St. Louis while the band played “Amazing Grace.” After, fans who had gathered, broke out into a touching tribute to Stan The Man by singing “Take Me Out to the Ball Game.”… Continue reading Stan The Man Laid To Rest
The New GOP Brain Trust: Moving Forward
The Republican National Committee unveils its Growth and Opportunity Project, an initiative established to support the growth and influence of the Republican Party and its future campaigns. The website www.GrowthOpportunityProject.com will serve as a forum for grassroots supporters to share ideas and recommendations about the way “forward” (their word, not mine) for the GOP. If you think… Continue reading The New GOP Brain Trust: Moving Forward
Disappointed Over Filibuster Failure, Iowa Senator Resigns
73-year-old Senator Tom Harkin becomes the third Senate retiree in recent weeks, joining Republican Sen. Saxby Chambliss of Georgia and Democratic Sen. Jay Rockefeller of West Virginia. He told The Associated Press in an interview, “It’s just time to step aside,” and allow a new generation of Democrats to seek higher office. The senator is an… Continue reading Disappointed Over Filibuster Failure, Iowa Senator Resigns
How to Get Along With an Aquarius (January 20 – February 18)
Artwork/Amy Conton Aquarians are extremely intelligent and interesting people to be around. They challenge the status quo, show you new ways of looking at the world and really force you to question yourself and everything around you. However, they can rub some people the wrong way. Understand how an Aquarius works so you can appreciate… Continue reading How to Get Along With an Aquarius (January 20 – February 18)
“Auf Wiedersehen America!” Says Tina Turner
GENEVA (AP) – Tina Turner is on her way to becoming a Swiss citizen. The American rock diva has lived in the Zurich suburb of Kuesnacht since the mid-1990s. The local Zuerichsee-Zeitung newspaper said on its website the local council announced its decision to grant the 73-year-old Turner citizenship in an official notice published in Friday’s edition.… Continue reading “Auf Wiedersehen America!” Says Tina Turner
Unemployment Claims At Record Lows. Stock Market At Record Highs
Are things getting better in the economy? Seems that way. Here’s proof. The Labor Department said Thursday that weekly unemployment benefit applications dropped 5,000 to a seasonally adjusted 330,000. That’s the fewest since January 2008. The four-week average, a less volatile measure, fell to 351,750. That’s also the lowest in nearly five years. The decline… Continue reading Unemployment Claims At Record Lows. Stock Market At Record Highs