Sunday, February 3, 2008
Ron Paul Finds A Hotbed of Support in Alaska
Ron Paul's more radical ideas have kept him from rising above fringe status in most states. In Alaska, where residents don't pay state income tax and often own guns, his message has appeal.
The Blog Less Traveled
Celebrate Blog Amnesty day, to encourage people to try out other blogs. Try the widget made by Pam Spaulding.
Clinton, Obama in dead heat ahead of big vote
Democrats Hillary Clinton and Barack Obama were locked in a near dead heat two days before the biggest presidential voting so far while John McCain tried to nail down the Republican nomination for the White House.
SIGNING AWAY THE CONSTITUTION
His action brought harsh criticism from dozens of legal scholars and advocacy groups who point out that U.S. presidents have the authority under the Constitution to veto or approve acts of Congress – but not to modify them.
Maria Shriver Endorses Obama
Maria Shriver made a surprise endorsement of Obama today at UCLA. "There's something very inspiring and empowering when California's First Lady gets up on stage and talks about the moment everyone in the auditorium is having."
Obama Supports Homegrown Terrorism Bill
"I will keep your important comments in mind as I work with my colleagues on the Senate Committee on Homeland Security and Government Affairs. I will work to ensure that this legislation helps to achieve our domestic security objectives while protecting civil liberties and constitutional rights," Obama stated in his email to Justin.
9/11 panel leader had ties to White House
The September 11 commission's executive director had closer ties with the White House than publicly disclosed and tried to influence the final report in ways that the staff often perceived as limiting the Bush administration's responsibility, a new book says.
Mississippi to ban †fat’ people from eating in public
A Mississippi representative has written a bill that, if passed, will forbid restaurants from serving people who are obese
Head of 9/11 panel had friends in White House
The September 11 commission's executive director had closer ties with the White House than publicly disclosed and tried to influence the final report in ways that the staff often perceived as limiting the Bush administration's responsibility, a new book says.
Head of 9/11 panel had friends in White House
The September 11 commission's executive director had closer ties with the White House than publicly disclosed and tried to influence the final report in ways that the staff often perceived as limiting the Bush administration's responsibility, a new book says.
The Colorado Caucus Process 2008′ - Getting Involved
The Colorado Caucus is "Super Tuesday" February 5th 08', and this is your chance to get involved in the election process at the very basic grassroots level. Learn everything there is know about the Colorado Caucus Process and get involved! This 2008 election is much different than previous Presidential elections, as so much more is at stake
Missiles in Poland. History repeats itself.
In 1961, the US sited missiles in Turkey, angering the Soviet Union and causing the Cuban Missile Crisis. In 2008, the US is to site missiles in Poland. Anyone guess what happens next?
Bush to project $400B deficit in budget plan
In the nation's first-ever $3 trillion budget, President Bush seeks to seal his legacy of promoting a strong defense to fight terrorism and tax cuts to spur the economy. Democrats, who control Congress, are pledging fierce opposition to Bush's final spending plan - perhaps even until the next president takes office.
Ron Paul Seeks Funding For Congressional Campaign
Ron Paul has come up with something else for his vast band of supporters to do to keep his movement alive. The financially successful campaign is now seeking funds for Dr Paul's re-election to Congress.
Anarchist punk band Propagandhi rejects 9/11 Truth
Chris Hannah from Propagandhi dismisses 9/11 Truth activism, prefers to focus on animal rights.
The problem with racial categories
There are vast social and cultural differences between Japanese and Samoan students that play into their success in school. Yet on a scholarship application, students from both would check the same box: Asian/Pacific Islander. So would students who trace their heritage to at least seven other Asian countries or islands.
Rebuttal to Elaine Mejia's column on the Fairtax
Joe Lolli presents an excellent rebuttal to a lot of the lies that are commonly believed about the FairTax
Video: 9/11 Commission was beholden to Bush cabinet
Book: Commission's head a bit too chummy with Karl Rove; 'Independent' panel had to argue on a regular basis with Bush cabinet for access to information.
Bio of Jesse Trevino
Jesse Trevino is a former journalist and writer who has been observing and commenting on the social and political development of the Hispanic population within American society for more than four decades. Latino Journal in America
Australia Dumps Smartcard
The federal Government has shut down the Office of the Access Card and closed its website, honouring its election promise to scrap the controversial program.
Federal judge orders Murtha to testify in Haditha defamation
A federal judge has ordered Rep. Jack Murtha (D-Pa.) to testify in a defamation case related to the deaths of Iraqi civilians in the town of Haditha in 2005... Prosecutors in the case against a Marine officer facing charges for a fatal 2005 confrontation in the insurgent-held town of Haditha, Iraq apparently are putting a lid on the defense's...
Romney wins Maine GOP caucuses, CNN projects
Former Massachusetts Gov. Mitt Romney will win the weekend's Republican caucuses in Maine, CNN projects.
Grateful Dead Reuniting for Obama
Barack Obama has raised the dead! The band will reunite for the first time since 2004 in support of the Illinois Senator.
Bush/s $3 trillion budget is US First
In the nation's first-ever $3 trillion budget, President Bush seeks to seal his legacy of promoting a strong defense to fight terrorism and tax cuts to spur the economy. Democrats, who control Congress, are pledging fierce opposition to Bush's final spending plan — perhaps even until the next president takes office.
Poll: Which GOP Leader Will You Vote For?
Here's an LGF poll asking the simple question: LGF Poll On Super Tuesday, which of the two GOP frontrunners will get your vote? John McCain Mitt Romney
Book Alleges Inappropriate 9/11 Comission Contact
WASHINGTON — The Sept. 11 commission's executive director had closer ties with the White House than publicly disclosed and tried to influence the final report in ways that the staff often perceived as limiting the Bush administration's responsibility, a new book says.
Wife breaks with Governator, backs Obama
Video: Maria Shriver's impromptu stop at UCLA to give speech, tout Obama as America's next uniter.
Huckabee Teaches Romney About Arrogance
Using the iron-clad logic of calling Romney "presumptuous and arrogant" for his call for Huckabee to drop out, then in-turn telling Romney to drop out...the Baptist preacher turned presidential candidate continues his wingnut approach to Super Tuesday.
The Danger of a McCain Presidency
Let us all unite to prevent what is looking more and more likely-- a McCain Presidency.
John McCain: The Anti-Conservative
What could be wrong with a presidential candidate who is a longtime Republican senator from a conservative state, a certified war hero with a great smile and a wisecracking sense of humor? Nothing at all, except the last time one ran against a Clinton, he
Pentagon Seeks Record Level in 2009 Budget
WASHINGTON — As Congress and the public focus on more than $600 billion already approved in supplemental budgets to pay for the wars in Iraq and Afghanistan and for counterterrorism operations, the Bush administration has with little notice reached a landmark in military spending.
Illegal to be Fat?
A bill has been proposed to make it illegal to serve fat people. This is discrimination at it most obvious and historical.
Vancouver gets Poverty Olympics
Long-time antipoverty activist Jean Swanson told the Straight she "never really had any confidence or faith" in the upcoming 2010 Winter Olympics. So she is one of the organizers behind an Olympics-style event with a twist: the Poverty Olympics...
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