As I say all the time, skepticism is a good and necessary skill. If you didn't pay attention to the studies that refute these lobbying firms, take a look at my diary to see what I'm talking about here. Because of the skepticism my … [Read more...]
H1B, J-1, L-1, OPT and Visa Alphabet Soup
Here's what the Senator and the media don't want constituents to know about all of this visa alphabet soup: No citizens or green card holders are welcome to apply. It's really that simple. The result of this "emergency" … [Read more...]
H1B Visas: US Sold to the Lowest Corporate Bidder
I can't support the Senator without some indication that he is willing to change his position. As a MA delegate, I'm thinking about just staying home. I used to think Senator Kerry was the lesser of two evils. I'm not so … [Read more...]
New Machine, Meet Old Machine
Understanding the history of Dem politics can give insight on how to best develop and use tools because some things never change. As Kate Donaghue fervently points out, the really important stuff is local and person to person. … [Read more...]
Trippi, Santorum and Ahnold — Paris Hilton, Part Deux
Animal Rights vs. Animal Welfare Animal lovers universally support animal welfare. I support any organization or person who is out there doing good for animals. Those who display such human kindness deserve extreme kudos. Animal … [Read more...]
Paris Hilton Adopts PitBull Part I
Another book of note is Dogs Bite But Balloons and Slippers are More Dangerous that helps to dispel some of the hysteria and fear over our impending doom. The statistics on dog bite numbers in America from the National Canine Research … [Read more...]
Rules of the Road Revisited
Another rule that seems applicable is this one: Penalties Users who consistently violate our policies will receive a warning. Users who fail to heed our warning may be banned from the site. … [Read more...]
Amherst DTC Says “NO” to Casino Gambling
Western MA is getting into the casino gambling discussion in a very big way. The following resolution was passed by the Amherst Democratic Town Committee. I wonder how many towns will follow suit? Is this the start of a … [Read more...]
We Are All Responsible
I've been told many times that getting involved in politics is stupid. It's dirty and you should be afraid to get involved. Volunteers are used and abused. You get nothing out of it.Well, I don't care. If being … [Read more...]
My Friend, the Former Dem
John Kerry, our esteemed junior senator, did not vote. I don't know why he didn't, but Senator Kennedy proudly voted no. Thank you, Senator Kennedy, for always being there for us. If anyone has any idea why John Kerry failed to … [Read more...]