The elected proponents of bigotry are pushing for a constitutional ban on same-sex marriage, which they hope advances at a special legislative session on September 12. Via Equality NC, we learn that the measure does not have the support of the people: Fifty-six percent (56%) of North Carolina voters oppose or strongly oppose an amendment to the state constitution that would ban same-sex … Read More
Obama Caves Again
Seriously, what is the point? "Hope and change" has brought nothing but "Let's do whatever congressional Republicans want". The latest: Citing the financial burden in a struggling economy and after Republican protests, President Barack Obama on Friday ordered the Environmental Protection Agency to shelve a proposal to tighten smog standards. "I have continued to underscore the importance of reducing regulatory … Read More
Friday — And Here’s Not Rebecca Black
You remember the girl wearing pink in the back seat of the car with Rebecca Black? The one dancing awkwardly with her shoulders? Sure you do…. Well, her name is Benni Cinkle. And she's lost the braces and embraced her reflected celebrity status. In fact, she's come out with her own song and music video — "Can You See Me … Read More
An Open Letter To Tea Bagger Joe Walsh
Dear Representative Joe Walsh (R-IL): I saw your tweet…. … and I think that's bold. Perhaps when you are in Illinois you can stop by your ex-wive's house and pay off the six-figure sum of money you owe in child support. As for Obama's speech next Thursday, your absence will mean there's just one less "Deadbeat Dad" in the joint … Read More
In Which I Weigh In On The Controversy Surrounding Chaz Bono Being On “Dancing With The Stars”
Oh, for Christ's sake. He's a dude. Get over it.
Tea Party-Loving GOP Chair in NH Resigns
You see, tea party people… it's not enough just to be angry. You actually have to DO things once you are in a position of power. This guy found out the hard way. CONCORD, N.H. – Embattled New Hampshire Republican Party Chairman Jack Kimball resigned last night, ending a bitter internal battle that pitted Tea Party activists against long-time Republicans. … Read More
Callous
It was only eight months ago when Congresswoman Gabrielle Giffords was shot in the head by a deranged Jared Lee Loughner. She survived, but six other people, including a nine year old girl and a federal judge, were killed in the same shooting. That took place in Tuscon, Arizona. Tucson is in Pima County. On August 26 the Pima County Republican … Read More