We have reported several times (most recently here) on what we see as the mainstream media's ... well ... stupid approach to the investigation into douchebag of liberty Bob Novak's outing of CIA operative Valerie Plame.You'll be pleased to … [Read more...]
With friends like this …
In our continuing series demonstrating that the Bush administration has been responsible, directly or indirectly, for some of the worst music ever created on this planet (or, quite likely, any other), we give you:Condoleezza will lead … [Read more...]
Patrick pounds the pavement/Charisma boot camp?
Deval Patrick is getting wicked sehrious now:Yesterday, Patrick confirmed that, after more than two months oftraveling the state to test the waters, he has resolved two otherissues in his decision-making: getting positive reaction … [Read more...]
Romney Offends Everyone, Gains Kudos
Credit where due: Romney was actually pretty funny at the St. Patrick's Day breakfast: "I have to admit, that as a Mormon, Ibelieve that marriage should be between a man and a woman ... and a woman and awoman." By managing to … [Read more...]
A really long article about Justice Scalia
This week's New Yorker magazine has a lengthy article about Justice Scalia which is apparently not available online. The New Yorker's website also has this interview with the author (Margaret Talbot) with some additional commentary.I … [Read more...]
Novak-Plame-gate reporters seek full court rehearing
E&P reports that First Amendment bigwig Floyd Abrams, who represents reporters Judith Miller and Matthew Cooper in the Novak-Plame-gate business, has filed a motion for rehearing en banc before the entire eight-judge D.C. Circuit Court … [Read more...]
Some details on voter challenges under Mass. law
As we've been reporting, a number of Boston University students faced challenges when they attempted to vote in last Tuesday's special election. The challenges, based on a claim by alleged Ward 22 Democratic Committee member Bart … [Read more...]
Mailbag: Schiavo and family values
This is from my friend Alison:...The Terri Schiavo case is really getting to me onseveral levels. It's heartbreaking, and I feel for both the parents andher husband. But, the fact that it has become such a highlightedpolitical thing is … [Read more...]
Culchah Cornah: My least favorite kind of music review
Perhaps this should go under "How to Kill Classical Music Part MMMCLXLI" (with apologies to Greg Sandow, e.g.)Bernard Holland's review of a new CD of Brahms 1st Symphony manages to make itself utterly useless in its … [Read more...]
Mass. Rehabilitation Commission announces new loan program for assistive technology
The Massachusetts Rehabilitation Commission has announced a new loan program that will allow qualified disabled individuals to obtain low-interest loans for the acquisition of specialized computer equipment, hearing and vision aids, and … [Read more...]