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Daniel Pipes Thinks President Obama Should Bomb Iran To Increase His Poll Numbers; Here’s What I Think

February 3rd, 2010 · No Comments · Democracy, News, Nuclear Proliferation, Politics, america

This is from Daniel Pipes, National Review Online columnist:
I do not customarily offer advice to a president whose election I opposed, whose goals I fear, and whose policies I work against. But here is an idea for Barack Obama to salvage his tottering administration by taking a step that protects the United States and its [...]

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We Have The Right To Be Hopeful, Even In These Tragic Times

December 31st, 2009 · No Comments · Democracy, america

2009
(Editor’s note:  This is the first of a three part arc on the tenets of happiness)
We will not eradicate violent conflict in our lifetimes.  There will be times when nations — acting individually or in concert — will find the use of force not only necessary but morally justified… For make no mistake:  Evil does [...]

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A View From Inside: Faces Of 2009

December 28th, 2009 · No Comments · News, america

wrightandleftreport showcases the faces of the year.

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Finally, Someone Says It!

December 10th, 2009 · No Comments · Democracy, News, Politics, Republicans, america

In discussing Dick Cheney’s latest knife twist in the president’s back, everyone’s favorite nutty congressman Alan Grayson says what most Americans are thinking around the country.  He even elucidates his point for the spitter, Chris Matthews:
Grayson: I don’t know. You know, on the Internet there’s an acronym that’s used to apply to situations like this. [...]

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“Embarrass The White Race?” Wow.

December 8th, 2009 · No Comments · Democracy, News, Political Fringe, Racism, america

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America’s Perversity: We Wallow In Filth And We Like It

December 7th, 2009 · No Comments · News, america

The days of humility and decency are gone, ascending in a plume of wildfire smoke:
“I had a dream we were married and I was leading the tournament,” Woods reportedly wrote. “I came home, excited to see you, and there you were in the bedroom getting f–ked by Derek and David [Boreanaz]. Some part of me [...]

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Cheney Accuses Obama Of Treason

December 1st, 2009 · No Comments · Democracy, News, Politics, Republicans, america

Andrew Sullivan thinks Cheney is speaking treason:

“Here’s a guy without much experience, who campaigned against much of what we put in place … and who now travels around the world apologizing,” Cheney said. “I think our adversaries — especially when that’s preceded by a deep bow … — see that as a sign of weakness.”
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A View From Inside

November 30th, 2009 · No Comments · Liberty, Off Topic, Politics, War on Terror

Really freaky ad campaign for CALM:  New Zealand Campaign Against Landmines.  Think about our troops the next time you tear into some curly fries.  Hat tip to Daily What:

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What The Hell??? Watch Your Daughters Mayor Mike

November 18th, 2009 · No Comments · Comedy, Democracy, News, Politics, War on Terror, america

Taking the fear-mongering a bit far, aren’t we Congressman?  Watch it:

That was John Shadegg (R-AZ).  He does know a thing or two about kidnapping.  This is the guy who stole a baby– and brought her onto the house floor– to make a piss-poor point about health care reform.  Are you fucking kidding me? [...]

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A View From Inside On Veteran’s Day

November 11th, 2009 · No Comments · Democracy

Today we celebrate Veteran’s Day.  I am honored to have had two brothers serve in the armed forces, one of whom saw tours in Somalia, Bosnia, and Panama.  In honor of his valiance– and the valor of all of those brave men and women who protect us– I salute you and give you my thanks.  [...]

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