Any Country that does not protect the least of us, those who cannot defend or take care of themselves, has lost it's soul. Bush, a self proclaimed Christian, has acted in a manner that would suggest just the opposite. No Christian would participate in the health and welfare of children being eroded. Now tell me again how we liberals are baby killers.
Endless "Cyclone of Poverty"
The "disgrace" and poverty of great sectors of the population in the US revealed in the aftermath of Katrina was widely discussed. Nicholas D. Kristof, New York Times, compares the fate of American children from poor families and the fate of children from poorer countries and comes to amazing conclusions.
"Indeed, according to the United Nations Development program, an African-American baby in Washington has less change of surviving its first year than a baby born in urban parts of the state of Kerala in India."
"A few days ago, the US Census Bureau published statistics showing that a million more Americans lived in poverty in 2004 compared to 2003. The number declined under Clinton's presidency but is 17% higher under the presidency of George W. Bush.
Child mortality, also rose for the first time since 1958 under Bush. Twenty nine percent of American children last year were inadequately insured and most did not receive medical care or necessary inoculations.
http://portland.indymedia.org/en/2005/09/325221.shtml
Why would a Democrat say this?
Somehow the Democratic Party — for 180 years the most electorally successful political party on the planet — has now almost completely mutated into a party too loathsome to be seen in public, and too nihilistic to be trusted with control of even a single branch of government.
Sometimes I feel that we are isolated in our thinking. Then I run across an article translated from German into English, written by a German pastor, and realize that the world doesn't see Bush as the other 34 percent in America does.
http://www.mbtranslations.com/articles.php?filenum=12
Posted by Judith at February 3, 2006 05:36 AMJudith, I believe Bush is not an xtian, he just plays one on tv, and the rubes will buy anything they see on tv. As for poverty, that's a bonus side effect of tax cuts for the wealthy, needed to provide cannon fodder for endless war.
Posted by iamcoyote at February 3, 2006 05:37 AMIamcoyote, I agree that Bush has traded the money to help lift people out of proverty for the Military Complex and the rich. I cannot tell you how much I hate him, because I basically believe that evil lurks in his little bitty heart.
Posted by Judith at February 3, 2006 05:41 AMYou know, Judith, I think Cheney's the evil one. Bush is just a foul-tempered little boy given the keys to the Mercedes and is content to mean-spiritedly run it to the ground. Both are mainly concerned with how much money they can steal from us and how much damage they can get away with.
Posted by iamcoyote at February 3, 2006 05:45 AMI'm pretty sure that both OH and TX are pushing 100% corrupt in their GOP operations. The tie-breaker, I'd think, should go to TX, because they've got the sheer numbers on their side.
Posted by dj moonbat at February 3, 2006 06:50 AMThe unemployment rate has fallen to 4.7%, the lowest level since July 2001, as employers added 193,000 payroll jobs in January and totals for prior months were raised as well.
Posted by JJ at February 3, 2006 06:53 AMHorrible news...unemployement down to 4.7....
Oh, my God, Now Fitzgerald, Fed. Pros. in the Valerie Plame case refuses to acknowledge if he has any proof that Valerie was a covert agent. He says it really doesn't matter since lying to a grand jury is the charge.....
But wait, I thought somebody OUTED a COVERT AGENT?
I am beginning to wonder, that if the DEMS can't win in 2006, you might consider a serious trip to Guyana and bring along some instant Kool-Aid packages.
Cuz if you can't win in 2006, then you don't deserve to even be recognized as a party. Should just change your name to the "Whinners" Party, because thats all you guys do any more....
Posted by carpediem at February 3, 2006 07:00 AMSeems like bigPharm is making out like bandits on the new Medical Part D plan. They will probably rake in an $40 Billion extra profit during over the next decade.
Posted by Mary at February 3, 2006 07:22 AMPROFIT ? No! Say it isn't so. They should not be allowed to stay in business if they feel they need a profit.
Posted by Theo at February 3, 2006 07:27 AMOOOOH, JJ and The Carp have a new theory of rationalizing the moral corruption of their party. It goes like this......
Once upon a time there was a great country. This country was full of hard working people, it had the best military and political system in the world.
Unfortunately, people are not perfect and there are always bad people doing bad things in the midst of the good people doing the good things.
Now, the economy was struggling and the economy fairies were madly working to maintain some balance but they were meeting with only limited success.
One day it came to been known throughout the land that certain members of the King's court were corrupt, sold out their responsibilities to the people and to the King for money and gifts, and some had violated other laws of the land. (GASP!)
This did not bode well for the country so the economy fairies waved their magic wands and created NEW JOBS......
and lo! the corruption of those certain men in the King's court was lifting as if it had never happened. Money was returned, cats and dogs ceased to fight, arrogance and greed were removed from their hearts, Profesional wrestling disappeared from the airwaves, they all stood before the people of the country and confessed their corruption, flogged themselves in repentence and resigned from their offices.
Hurrah! Hurrah! (Much clapping of hands)
The End
Posted by j swift at February 3, 2006 07:32 AMTalking about the economy. Seems the unemployment rate is so low because the jobs picture has been so bad for so long. Some 193,000 jobs created and "only" 100,000 layoffs reported, but still there are a huge number of people who have been unemployeed for so long that they not longer show up in the unemployment figures. I especially like the fact that when WalMart opened near Chicago, 25,000 people applied for 375 jobs. Obviously there are still some people who need jobs.
What can one say but, great economy, George.
Posted by Mary at February 3, 2006 07:35 AMCorporate America has never seen a windfall, created by a Repebuli-con congress they didn't like!
Maybe Congress and bu$h would like to create a windfall for the American people; decent wages, affordable benefits and job security!
I guess that is to much to ask!!
Posted by bbtb at February 3, 2006 07:41 AMCute Tale swifty-Not much sense to it, but cute-Nice try though.
Oh by the way-Chicago city council will not allow a Walmart to be built in the city limits-seems to me if the powers were concerned about jobs there, they would allow. Damn Republican city council!
Posted by JJ at February 3, 2006 07:48 AMThis can't be the same jj that used to post here!
Posted by bbtb at February 3, 2006 07:50 AMBlame the Republican Congress that has given Bush the blank check to spend, spend, spend. They have checked their consciences at the door in the name of retaining their majority until the treasury is depleted. Sadly, a third of the country doesn't give a shit as long as their corrupt "team" is winning.
Posted by iamcoyote at February 3, 2006 07:50 AMCouldn't tell ya. How many are you supposed to have?
Posted by jj at February 3, 2006 07:53 AMbbtb, you didn't think the trolls would give up without a fight, did you? Tactics change day to day. I'll tell you, though, it's been so nice lately without having to scroll past a thread full of crap. We've actually been able to have a conversation here again.
Posted by iamcoyote at February 3, 2006 07:55 AMNot much of a fight. "Scroll past" Is that like putting your fingers in your ears and humming?
Posted by jj at February 3, 2006 07:58 AMemployers added 193,000 payroll jobs in January
Yeah, I hear Taco Bell and Subway opened a whole bunch of new stores. In the meantime, Ford, GM and Kraft are laying off thousands of people who had jobs that paid more than minimum wage.
Posted by ann at February 3, 2006 08:02 AMIn our brain dead, sports saturated, Survivors/American Idol shitbrain culture, it was only a matter of time before our political sphere was turned into a "winning team/losing team" mentality.
The excitement of being on a winning team, and crushing your "opponent", is an emotion that is very dear to the heart of uneducated white males, the principal component of the nitwit "conservative" team.
Plus, the tribal team mentality also stimulates a faith based response, so the facts of the resulting abject public policy failure are maningless to the "winners". The "coach" just gives the team some new "facts". Crape is a perfect example of this sort of idiocy.
Posted by euzoius at February 3, 2006 08:07 AMThe excitement of being on a winning team...
I've been saying this for years now. It seems that lots of young men vote Republican because they don't want to align themselves with the "losers." We don't educate people about the government or public service or participatory democracy, but we make sure they sign up for Little League - this outcome was inevitable.
Posted by ann at February 3, 2006 08:14 AMMary: Which state is most abused by their Republican party reps?
Apparently, your state of mind.
In the big news of the day, the unemployment rate has dipped to 4.7%. And further proof that the nation is at full employment was revealed in the higher than expected wage gains. As companies now have to compete for workers, they have to offer higher wages to entice folks to stick around and not leave for greener pastures at other firms.
This has spurred fears on Wall St that the Fed will continue to hike interest rates in an attempt to fight the fears of inflation.
Posted by muckdog at February 3, 2006 08:25 AMOh by the way-Chicago city council will not allow a Walmart to be built in the city limits-seems to me if the powers were concerned about jobs there, they would allow. Damn Republican city council!
And as a Chicagoan, I say, "Thank God!" City taxpayers can't afford another corporate tax break to a wealthy company like Wal-Mart, let alone the inevitable job loss that will result from a Wal-Mart coming to town. We have Target and CostCo, we don't need Wal-Mart on top off those. There's only so much cheap toilet paper and Rubbermaid that one city needs.
Posted by ann at February 3, 2006 08:27 AMAs companies now have to compete for workers, they have to offer higher wages to entice folks to stick around and not leave for greener pastures at other firms.
Yeah, I hear Subway pays $5.25/hour while Taco Bell only pays $5,15.
Posted by ann at February 3, 2006 08:30 AMhttp://www.reviewjournal.com/lvrj_home/2006/Feb-03-Fri-2006/news/5696811.html
HARRY REID IS A RACIST! He said he recieved money from "Indians" and will continue to do so. He didn't call them Indian-Americans or native-Americans....
Also, he didn't receive the money until Abramhoff told the Indians to send him the money.
Sounds like he's just a bit "tainted" to me. Sort of like being just a little bit pregnant, either you are or your aren't.
As to the Pharmacology Giants making a profit, I suspect their greatest profits come from their anti-depressant sales that have increased in BLUE states.
Posted by Carpediem at February 3, 2006 08:31 AMann, I'm with you on the Walmart thing. Nothing more than cheap shit, sold by traitors dealing with China against the US's interests. They've killed several cities in my area.
**Were you aware, ignoring trolls has been proven to boost self-esteem, raise IQ levels, and promote feelings of well-being and euphoria?**
Posted by iamcoyote at February 3, 2006 08:38 AMOh Anne-So now it is NOT about jobs. What do you really believe.
Posted by Theo at February 3, 2006 08:47 AMAccording to Mary, only 375 people received jobs at the new Walmart outside of Chicago. That leaves 24625 that need those jobs and Ann is thanking God that they will not be allowed to build in Chicago limits WOW
Posted by jj at February 3, 2006 08:51 AMYou know, there used to be hardware stores in Chicago. When I needed paint or nails or sandpaper, I could go a block from my house and buy these from a locally owned business. But the hardware stores are all gone now. The small business model that we hear so much about, the small business that all these tax cuts are supposed to help, the small businesses that families would be able to keep if we'd just get rid of the estate tax (even though these businesses are so small, they'd never be subject to the estate tax.) Instead, I have to travel over five miles to a Home Depot to buy a box of nails, where the former hardware store owners now work for a meager wage instead of the equity of their own business. But hey, I might save a dime on those nails, except I pay $4.00 for the bus fare.
Posted by ann at February 3, 2006 08:59 AMyes, abramoff gave money to democraps. And saddam flew 3 of the 4 planes on 9/11. And I'm the smartest troll on this board!
Posted by A. Troll at February 3, 2006 09:08 AMHas anyone researched virus protection software? My Norton is expiring, and I'm going through the process of reviewing competitors. Norton is a solid product, and I may renew. But I think this process is worthwhile. Just wondering if somebody has been down this road and has any input. Thanks in advance.
Mary: Seems like bigPharm is making out like bandits on the new Medical Part D plan. They will probably rake in an $40 Billion extra profit during over the next decade.
That hasn't showed up in their stock prices, though. Maybe it will. I dunno.
Ann: Yeah, I hear Subway pays $5.25/hour while Taco Bell only pays $5,15.
Mostly rich kids work at those places. There was a study done recently that shows that a large number of workers at minimum wage companies are actually kids of the rich and middle class. This is why hikes in the minimum wage have had no effect on battling poverty. Only about 2% of the workforce makes minimum wage, and most of them only work part-time.
But, I suppose hiking the minimum wage would give those kids more gas money for street racin' their hot rods. Agreed?
Posted by muckdog at February 3, 2006 09:30 AMMostly rich kids work at those places. There was a study done recently that shows that a large number of workers at minimum wage companies are actually kids of the rich and middle class. This is why hikes in the minimum wage have had no effect on battling poverty. Only about 2% of the workforce makes minimum wage, and most of them only work part-time.
That is soooo funny. Every Subway in Chicago I've ever been in (and that's quite a few because it's the only fast food I'll eat) has adults working there, mostly Indian or Pakistani. Never seen a single high school kid working in one.
Posted by ann at February 3, 2006 09:43 AMmuck, Why not buy some anti-virus software that you have an investment in?
Posted by bbtb at February 3, 2006 09:49 AMHas anyone researched virus protection software?
I've used AVG for years. www.grisoft.com
Excellent software at a price even a fiscal conservative could love dearly.
Posted by pessimist at February 3, 2006 09:51 AMConcerning that job report:
US jobs growth less than forecast
Anyone (besides me) doubt that the 'reduction' in unemployment has more to do with people dropping out of the work force than with those actually becoming employed?
Posted by pessimist at February 3, 2006 10:00 AMExcellent software at a price even a fiscal conservative could love dearly.
Thanks pess, mine expires in a few months. Now,
what do you recommend for Borrow and Squander lovers like mucky?
Ann, I said "mostly." I'm sure there are exceptions here and there. I go to Subway most everyday for lunch (and sometimes dinner) here in Sacramento. I visit eight of them depending on what direction I'm heading. There are three of them within a few miles of my home, and another five of them within a few miles of the Fun Factory where I work. They know my name when I come in ("Muckdog!"), and usually have the sandwich ready by the time I'm near the counter. (I get the veggie, of course.) There are a few folks over 22. And those are usually managers, who do make above the minimum wage. Most folks who make the sandwiches are teens.
bbtb, I don't own any individual stocks at this time. I have owned Symantec from time to time in the past, but now that MSFT is in the biz, they'll probably dominate within a few years.
Thanks for the recommendation, Pmist. I'll take a look at their product. Most of the reviews I've read seem to indicate that all of them have their pros and cons. Pick yer poison.
With regards to the jobs numbers, it was in that sweet spot that shows employers are picking up enough folks. But the reason Wall St is freaked is because of the wage pressures. They were thinking the Fed may be done with rate hikes, but now they're worried rates could be headed higher.
Posted by muckdog at February 3, 2006 10:15 AMIn the big news of the day, the unemployment rate has dipped to 4.7%. Posted by muckhogThe rate is the lowest since 2001. One fine day, we'll see numbers like Clinton's again. The only problem is the workforce participation rate, which has dipped from those halcyon days of a Democratic economy, artificially deflates the unemployment numbers. Of course, the concomitant increase in the poverty rate each and every year of the Bush administration shows the soft underbelly of this tremendous boom: It's a boom that isn't.
The Los Angeles country city of Inglewood also voted out a Wal-Mart. The damage these stores do to the community is well documented. They merely replace current retail jobs at lower pay and benefits. Cheap labour is the Republican's greatest thrill. Every time the American worker gets a break, the Fed raises interest rates to dampen wage growth and employers mumble ominously about off shoring and outsourcing.
Mostly rich kids work at those places. Posted by muckdog
now they're worried rates could be headed higher.
Considering the national debt, and the likelihood that some of our foreign lenders could decide they want their money back, I'd be very amazed if the Fed wasn't getting cautious lately. But rather than blame the cause of the caution on the worker, I'd much rather see them be honest about it now being time to rein in our excessive spending.
Everything has to go under the microscope if we are ever going to get out from under the debt that now totals well over $30,000 per person in the United States.
That 'everything' includes George's Oil Rustle and all the no-bid Halliburton contracts.
Posted by pessimist at February 3, 2006 10:26 AMpessimist, I've been saying it for years. It falls on deaf ears. Children living in poverty, stagnant wages and bankruptcies are some indicators. The middle class is just getting by. Each week it gets harder and harder.
We used to be a proud nation who took care of their own. Now the repukes look at the homeless, disabled and unemployed as lazy, drug riddled or handout waiting scum.
BTW, Texas-for that bu$h planted in the White House!
Posted by bbtb at February 3, 2006 10:28 AMHave any of you read Empire of Debt? I bought it a while back, but was still on Jeremy Siegal's Future for Investors book. Finished that one this week, so I went to the next book in my queue.
I read a few chapters of Empire of Debt last night, while I had Dancing with the Stars on. (Go, Stacey!)
Anyways, I think you'd enjoy it. It goes along the lines of how nations become empires and the sociological changes in the mindset of the population. I know some of you rap out this theme day-in and day-out here, so there may be things there that you identify with and could re-inforce your views.
Posted by muckdog at February 3, 2006 10:34 AMYep, the only people I see working at these places are newly immigrated millionaires just looking for something to do in order to fritter away their empty leisure hours
Mike, I always enjoy your comments.
Most "rich" kids I know wouldn't be caught dead working in a Subway. "What, I have to wear a uniform? No way." Not to mention that most of them are in school during the day when these places do most of their business.
Posted by ann at February 3, 2006 10:42 AMMuckdog, at the risk of (whatever), here's my advice: get a Mac! infinitely more secure than Windows, and you'll need to buy an new windows machine when MS comes out with its new OS anyway, so why not move to Mac and save yourself some headaches;>
Posted by leftAhead at February 3, 2006 10:51 AMHaven't you heard, leftAhead? Macs are going Intel! They will be as vulnerable as any Windows machine soon!
Posted by pessimist at February 3, 2006 10:56 AMjj's argument that the 375 people who, according to Mary, received jobs at a Wal-Mart outside of Chicago "leaves 24625 that need those jobs and Ann is thanking God that they will not be allowed to build in Chicago limits" misses muckdog's point that "... further proof that the nation is at full employment" is that "... companies now have to compete for workers, they have to offer higher wages to entice folks to stick around and not leave for greener pastures at other firms." jj, muckdog's point is that those 24,625 disappointed job applicants WERE ALREADY EMPLOYED and were seeking GREENER PASTURES at Wal-Mart.
Posted by Paul Lucic at February 3, 2006 10:57 AMNow the repukes look at the homeless, disabled and unemployed as lazy, drug riddled or handout waiting scum.
bbtb, they've always looked at the most unfortunate in this way; it makes them feel better about not helping their fellow humans. Also, it helps them sleep at night when they cheer on "leaders" who cut any sort of help the government might try to give. They take pride in the destruction of America's reputation as a beacon of hope for the world, because they think hope is for wusses and bombs are for those who disagree. These are the ones who scream the loudest about how unpatriotic people who disagree with them are.
Posted by iamcoyote at February 3, 2006 11:01 AMI read a few chapters of Empire of Debt last night, while I had Dancing with the Stars on. (Go, Stacey!)
Anyways, I think you'd enjoy it.
Sorry No, wouldn't enjoy Dancing with the Stars (5 minutes of Skating with the Stars was more than I could handle);~P
It goes along the lines of how nations become empires and the sociological changes in the mindset of the population. I know some of you rap out this theme day-in and day-out here, so there may be things there that you identify with and could re-inforce your views.
You mean sociological changes like watching mindless tv shows, being so materialistic and absorbed/obsessed with oneself and one's bank account, a bank account that one feels the size of is the only true mea$ure of a person's value/importance/relevance/contribution to society? Or the view that believes that one should not empathize or feel any responsibility to help/assist those who aren't as fortunate as yourself? You mean those world views...well you're right Dancing with the Stars is not for me.
This thread is sort of strange. But my unique observations are....
My children worked and are working minimum wage jobs. They don't have to work. I make them. Its good for them to learn to earn. Bagging groceries or working as a receptionist, doesn't require $10.00 talent.
I personally pay starting wages of only $11.00 per hour for receptionist work, even though it is far above the going rate. I like little turnover so I do pay higher than average. Plus Georgia has one of the lowest cost of living standards anywhere in the US.
Wal-mart is hated by you liberals for only one reason. They are living the American dream of capitalism. I have several lawsuits against them, and they are tough. But they do more for their employees and for customer service than I ever imagined. Quality, quanity, convienence, and service. If they were as bad as you say, they wouldn't be growing as fast. I just wish they had more competetion. I'm proud of them myself.
The way for Liberals to win...
THEIR KONTRACT WITH AMERIKA.
1. Minimum wage $15.00. No one makes more than $100.00. Thats fair. From Garbage collectors to Doctors. (never more than 8 times of pay disparity between the workers of Amerika.)
2. Free healthcare to all making less than 100k.
3. No taxes for anyone making less than $75 per year. (family of four, right almost half of American's pay little if any tax)
4. No Payroll takes for anyone below $100k.
5. Lower the requirements for welfare to where four times a many people can get government assistance.
6. Tax the top 1% until they only net $200k per year, unless they are professional athletes, or entertainers.
7. Stop all spying of anyone for any reason.
8. Openly support Iran's right to nuclear power, and stop our full support of the Zionists.
9. Unionize all workers so that the employee own the company.
10. Shut all private schools down, make everyone get the same sub standard education.
11. Open marriage to gays, poligomists (sic), incestuous couples, etc. Love is love.
12. From each according to their means to each according to their needs.
I know...I can't resist.
Lack of "Quality" wages and health insurance.
"Quanity" of cheap products from sweatshops in China and elsewhere.
"Convienence" at fucking up the environment.
The "Service" they provide their employees by allowing them to Unionize without repurcussions.
Posted by bbtb at February 3, 2006 11:39 AMIn yesterday’s House Republican election for new Majority Leader included a vote where more votes were cast than members present.
Though obviously related only in a symbolic sense , every time I see the words vote or voting irregularity - my blood pressure rises .
The Democratic party has been absolutely inept at addressing /attacking the GOP’s failsafe life-preserver tactic of stealing votes . You can have the best candidate , a winning position on issues and a vault busting campaign fund and it won’t be worth the week’s contents of a Port-a-Potty if you allow the other side to cheat .
The 2000 and 2004 elections had more than enough weird outcomes to justify a full time frontal assault on voting irregularities ; thus far the Democratic effort is a analogous to you calling the police and waiting for their arrival as a pedophile takes your son to the bathroom .
But be sure to let the pedophile still have the right to vote, because we know the republicans will steal the election and every felon that votes is a sure vote for the Democrat
Posted by Carpediem at February 3, 2006 12:09 PMG gordon liddy, ollie north, Poindexter, Abrams, vote dem. I didn't know that. Carpe do you have any friend becuase you sure are over here alot.
Posted by Goose1 at February 3, 2006 12:18 PMAbermoff, Safavian, cunningham they all vote dem.
Posted by goose1 at February 3, 2006 12:21 PMPlease scroll the trolls, they're saying outrageous shit to get you to respond so they can take over the thread and drive people away. They do not want civil discourse, they want discord!
Posted by iamcoyote at February 3, 2006 12:25 PMThe pedophile should be taken out and shot. They cannot be cured. That is truly how I believe, sorry, no second chances for them. Yes and I'm a liberal saying that. One destroyed my step daughter's life. Suprise you carpe...now I will ignore you.
Posted by bbtb at February 3, 2006 12:32 PMYea they (trolls ) quickly skirted the vote stealing issue - I raised .
Democrats in congress and state legislators need to be more front and center on this issue .
As I said : You can have the best candidate , a winning position on issues and a vault busting campaign fund and it won’t be worth the week’s contents of a Port-a-Potty if the other side can cheat .
G - I have the same fear. The 'pukes have a lot to lose if a dem gets into the white house and learns not only the truth about what's already been done, but the other things the Cheney admin has destroyed as well. They will kill for these next two elections, I have no doubt.
Posted by iamcoyote at February 3, 2006 01:29 PMBut be sure to let the pedophile still have the right to vote, because we know the republicans will steal the election and every felon that votes is a sure vote for the Democrat
Where do they come up with this shit?
Posted by ann at February 3, 2006 01:37 PMann - sympathy for a contemporary, I'm guessing.
Posted by iamcoyote at February 3, 2006 01:41 PMDear BBTB,
Typical liberalism, I don't why you thought your comments weren't. Liberals don't think, they react they feel with their heart. So in your world of "situational ethics", you have a great deal of hatred for this pedophile and want to act. So its okay for you, but if anyone else wants to be tough on crime or require severe punishment for criminals, including preventing them from voting, or moving into a neighborhood near a school, or working as a school teacher, etc., then you slam them for being conservative haters.
So don't apologize. Making up rules that fit your current feelings is typical liberalism.
BTW: the evil republicans in Georgia, (2nd year in power ever). Just passed a bill putting molesters away for 25 years, period. Toughest punishment in the USA per the news reports.
I have a friend who works in Ohio state government. I'm sure she would say it is the Republicans in Ohio government that are the worst. Our Republican governor is corrupt to the core and the department of transportation, like Florida's, is a pit into which millions somehow disappear. Our Republican secretary of state (Ken Blackwell - shades of Katherine Harris?) is responsible for the election fraud, and Bush "pioneer" fund raiser, Tom Noe, has been indicted for a whole pile of offenses.
Sometimes my friend's utter frustration and disappointment at the way things have become in our state is almost too much for her. But then he picks herself up and dusts herself off, and goes back to trying to make it better. I admire her so much for her sense of hope and her ability to recognize that if we can make things better for Ohioans, things will improve for our entire nation.
Posted by TLV at February 3, 2006 02:25 PM"The Constitution is just a goddammed piece of paper."
A fine example of assholishness if I ever heard one.
Posted by TLV at February 3, 2006 02:34 PMTLV, I feel for your friend, but she sounds like she's not ready to give up, and neither should we. What else is there to do? I wonder, though, if your friend has found any valuable dirt that might accidently make it to the newspapers or blogs, hmmm?
Posted by iamcoyote at February 3, 2006 02:47 PMper the news reports that can't be named or identified because __ can't or won't figure out how to substantiate ___ comments.
The world is flat. Prove me wrong.
Posted by incontrolados at February 3, 2006 07:18 PM"Mostly rich kids work at those places. Posted by muckdog".
That is the biggest laugh I had this morning. You have got to be kidding. Where do you get this stuff Muck? Rich kids would not be caught dead working at Taco Bell or any other such place. They might work at The Gap (like my rich friend's kid), but Taco Bell, not.
..,the evil republicans in Georgia, (2nd year in power ever)….Posted by carpediemNo doubt you are speaking under your real name, Mo Lester. So how is Ralph Reed doing? I understand he is a typical Christian Republican: always walking around with his hands folded in prayer and his purse open for lobbying money. How is Newt, that chap you worked for, the one with the affinity for Blowjobs? Have you explained to your children how his seduction of a staff member was sexual harassment and molestation? Posted by Mike at February 5, 2006 01:13 PM