May 27, 2005 – 7:56 am
From the dictionary: As a noun: The use of obstructionist tactics, especially prolonged speechmaking, for the purpose of delaying legislative action. An instance of the use of this delaying tactic. Despite making this deal on Tuesday, and saying they wouldn’t filibuster Bolton on Wednesday, the Dems did just that, starting with, who else, Boxer. "We […]
May 26, 2005 – 5:30 pm
I have said a few times that I wouldn’t write a review of Star Wars: Revenge of the Sith till I saw it a second time. I just did that (and will probably go a 3rd time). I also saw it opening day, because, yes, I am that type of a geek. Let me start […]
May 26, 2005 – 10:21 am
Caught this story last night: Detainees told FBI interrogators as early as April 2002 that mistreatment of the Koran was widespread at the military prison at Guantanamo Bay, Cuba, and many said they were severely beaten by captors there or in Afghanistan, according to FBI documents released yesterday. The summaries of FBI interviews, obtained by […]
May 26, 2005 – 8:05 am
"I disapprove of what you say, but I will defend to the death your right to say it."-Voltaire The right to express unpopular opinions, advocate despised ideas(NAMBLA) and display graphic images is something the ACLU has steadfastly defended for all of its history. Exception: in the case for pro-lifers. The ACLU’s Reproductive Rights Project has […]
May 26, 2005 – 7:46 am
Finally hit the 50,000 mark, and the winner is: Julie with a B! Who is much better then 49,999, who was looking for cannabilism.
May 25, 2005 – 8:26 pm
Ever since the issue of The Huffington Post (and, no, I will not link it) hotlinking photo’s was uncovered, I have been going over there and giving them a tip, berating them, etc, regarding that theft. Is that wrong? Cause it is so much fun, and they make it SO easy.
May 25, 2005 – 2:44 pm
Via Little Green Footballs, through Basil’s Blog, we find that nutbag Rep. John Conyers wants to outlaw religious intolerance against Islam: I received a large number of comments, and quite a spirited debate, concerning my resolution opposing religious intolerance, including desecration of the Quran. I appreciate all of the comments, both those supporting and opposing […]
May 25, 2005 – 2:06 pm
You might ruin their day if you tell them this: The number of millionaires in America reached record highs in 2004, hitting 7.5 million, according to a new survey. That represented a gain of 21 percent, the largest jump in the number of U.S. millionaires since 1998, according to the survey by the Spectrem Group, […]
May 25, 2005 – 8:19 am
My little contribution to white TRASH wednesday  (posted over at Basil’s Breakfast and at the Outside the Beltway Traffic Jam)
May 24, 2005 – 5:44 pm
He may just have done that (via Conservative Friends) AT THIS POINT it comes as no surprise. John Kerry is releasing all his military records — but then again, he isn’t. During an interview yesterday with Globe editorial writers and columnists, the former Democratic presidential nominee was asked if had signed Form SF 180, authorizing […]