Civil Discourse Includes Calling Out Lies
I know this will confuse some folks out there, but if you were to meet...
Tag: politics
Liberals, here’s our chance, if we don’t blow it…
I wonder how many liberals realize the opportunity we have right now to re-shape the...
This is Why We Lose, Progressives
This is the kind of crap that kills the progressive movement. Actually, there are a...
PUBs aren’t so progressive, are they?
It is frightening to me how many "progressives" are patting themselves on the back for...
The Inherent Danger of Distraction by the Shiny Keys
This country has to stop the contentious bickering that constantly occurs in our politics. We...
12 to go: The odious Professional Left, Part 2
As I said in Part One, I am a proud Obamabot. He's done a hell...
17 to go: Flashback: A Wakeup Call for Progressive Thinkers
I first posted this on May 12, 2004 on my original blog, The Daily Weasel....
If You Think Both Parties Are the Same, You’re Nuts
Those of you who have read this blog for a while know that it's not...
Why Republicans and Libertarians are Bad for Business – and Our Economy
It’s just a stone cold fact; if a business is so close to the edge...
If the Republicans are So Awesome, Why Do They Always Have to Cheat?
You know, if you were to listen to the right wing cranks who inhabit the...
Dear Progressives; Purity Tests Are for the RIGHT Wing
Sometimes, when I look at the self-described "progressive blogosphere," I wonder if they realize progressives...
Who In Their Right Mind Could Possibly Be Against Obamacare?
The first thing I’d like to note is, the number of people who are against...
Dear Republican “Base,” Why Do You Let Your Party Take You For Fools?
I really don't understand why the people in red states continue to vote Republican, and...
Pacifists and Liberals ; When Do We Actually Stand Up For Those We Allegedly Care About?
Being a pacifist isn't easy. Not easy at all. A lot of self-described pacifists think...
Cutting the Crap on the Snowden Q & A With the Guardian
If the Guardian wants to salvage any credibility at all, they need to jettison Glenn...
A Fairness Doctrine for the 21st Century
Broadcast radio is a mess. The experiment has failed. A few huge "media conglomerates" tried...
Hey Romney Voters; How Do You Know Which Romney You’re Voting For?
There are a lot of articles and websites about Romney's legendary flip-flop tedencies, but they...
Most Important Qualification for President: Empathy – Obama Has It, Romney Doesn’t
In her speech at the Democraic Convention, First Lady Michelle Obama pointed up the stark...
From the DNC: Willard’s Dressage — Better Watch Now, Before They Pull It.
This is an excellent video from the DNC. Who says they don't fight back?
There is NO Surrender in Iraq
The far right warmongers who think the occupation of Iraq is "just swell" love to...