No, seriously. He said so.George W. Bush, the U.S. President, is prone to bouts of crying caused by the stress of his job and claims to have seen ghosts emerge from the Lincoln Bedroom in the White House, according to a new book on … [Read more...]
Archives for September 5, 2007
“Notwithstanding”
"Why is this self-avowed citadel of diversity such a hostile political environment for women and black candidates, notwithstanding the unexpected 2006 election of our first African-American governor?"-- Jon Keller, The Bluest … [Read more...]
Worcester reaches out to voters
There is a new team in Worcester determined to provide quality service to Worcester voters. http://www.telegram.... … [Read more...]
Tancredo: Prosecute Legislators!
It is one thing to harmfully advocate for the local enforcement of federal immigration laws. It is another to suggest that legislators who disagree with you should be prosecuted. This is the first time I have ever used … [Read more...]
Would you treat your dog this way?
Other Issues* In the Spring of 2005 nineteen dogs at Wonderland Greyhound Park died from a mystery illness that was later proven to be a form of horse flu that had never before jumped species.* To reduce costs, dogs at these tracks are … [Read more...]
This is NOT from World News Daily!
Lord help us all, we're going to have to start listening to John Howard.This story is being reported in the Guardian and other British papers. Yeserday, it was a proposal but the go-ahead came today.What do you think of the … [Read more...]
The only thing we have to fear is ourselves, apparently.
Reuters and others are reporting that a U.S. bomber mistakenly flew across the United States with nuclear warheads. How could this happen? Does this mean it is possible to actually lose a nuclear warhead, because … [Read more...]
This Week’s LeftAhead – With MassEquality’s Marc Solomon
Mike and I had Marc Solomon on as a special guest for this week's LeftAhead! podcast. If anyone is curious about what MassEquality is up to, or about the status of glbt rights across the country, you should listen in. As it happens, … [Read more...]
Commonwealth v. LaGuer – CASE CLOSED
The police found in LaGuer's apartment socks and shorts matching the victim's description. LaGuer was staying next door to the victim during all times material to the investigation. The victim said that LaGuer had … [Read more...]
MassINC CommonWealth forum on Casino Gambling – September 18
Greetings from MassINC. BMG regulars might be interested in a CommonWealth Forum we're conducting on September 18 to explore the Casino Gambling issue. Here are the details:------High Stakes: The Casino Gambling DebateMassINC … [Read more...]