I don't happen to think the economy is in such bad shape. I believe it's largely a rich person's crisis, which they, as good, wholesome, greed-driven Americans, are trying to spread around. And they will probably succeed. Money protects … [Read more...]
Archives for November 6, 2008
Kennedy’s ofc: Health care is “first, second, and third” item on agenda
In case you thought he might be taking it easy (as would be his right) -- Ted Kennedy has been meeting and strategizing with advocates and interest groups, and will make Obama's health care plan the absolute first priority of his … [Read more...]
“This is who we are”
For the first time in far too long, we can say: "Listen to his words, for they offer a hope we've not spoken for far too long. Listen to his thoughts, for they include all of us, not just some of us. Listen to his concerns, for they are … [Read more...]
Cambridge Chronicle calls for election head Marsha Weinerman to resign
Because of her massive screw-up that resulted in 6,400 names being missing from the voter rolls Tuesday morning, the Cambridge Chronicle has called for Marsha Weinerman to resign. The comments of others show that this wasn't a fluke. She … [Read more...]
Nader: The World Is Weary Of His Weight
Watch this, the first thing Ralph Nader had to say in public after America elects a President with African heritage: Remember what Ralph said in 2000? When asked if someone put a gun to his head and told him to vote for either Gore or … [Read more...]
Change.gov
UPDATE: To address Bob's comment in the promotion text, I should have been clearer: in talking about a "revolutionary idea" for "a way for people to express their concerns and ideas", I was specifically referring to … [Read more...]
Sara Orozco’s leadership shines through – Read her note to supporters
Dear BMG: Early in 2008, political novice, Sara Orozco, of Needham announced her plan to run against Republican incumbent State Senator, Scott Brown, a person who holds vastly different core values than does Sara. With each person she … [Read more...]
Let’s Have A New Ballot Question On Taxes – Progressive Style
More than half the states in the Union have progressive income tax. A progressive income tax is based on the ability to pay. Families struggling to buy food to feed their families are hit harder by a flat income tax than a family making … [Read more...]
Are there any “Fantasy Cabinet Pick’em” games out there?
If there is, here's a list of positions: 6 Pts Secretary of State 5Pts Secretary of the Treasury Secretary of Defense Attorney General 3pts Secretary of the Interior Secretary of Agriculture Secretary of Commerce Secretary of … [Read more...]
February Flashback: tblade predicts IA, VA, & MO “in play” for Dem nominee
Georgia? Bush beat Kerry by 548,000 votes (or 58% to 41%) while McCain bested Obama by only 211,000 votes (52% to 47%). Very respectable progress. Missouri? An Obama loss, but definitely in play. McCain won by only 5,858 votes compared to … [Read more...]