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The big "but": Earmarks for me but not for thee
Senate Republicans officially joined with their counterparts in the House yesterday to support a moratorium on earmarks, in a thinly-veiled attempt to bolster their reputations as fiscal conservatives,...
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-Inom- -Iznoz- Nawt azleep Bent Hool wif Kweg Furgzun
Teh boylr plaatOhai. Dis bent-hoel (heer nafta nowin iz AIBEEAICH). Ib yew bee lewzin ohr iz teh stol bein, idll nawt reeplazin nore munnees gibben bax. Biilaashun uff AIBEEAICH roolz iz yew bein...
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Let's stop supporting Westboro Baptist Church
I don't need to tell you about Westboro Baptist Church, but in case you live under a rock, go to Wikipedia(I won't link you to their website because it may give your computer something nasty).All good...
View ArticleObserving the anniversary of my suicide
An estimated 4.5 million people are able to observe anniversaries of their suicides, having attempted but not succeeded. I’m one of those people, and today is my anniversary.
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Sing Out for Love & Peace: Nom, Nom, Nom
It’s a season of change, a time to come together and sing a song of hope! Please join in! We think you know the words...
View ArticleRant: Way to sell Constitutional Option, NOT.
Ending the Republican Party’s ridiculous misuse of the filibuster is a no-brainer.It would call them out for why the Senate seems to get nothing done.In a mealy-mouthed manifesto, Democratic senators...
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BFFs Boehner and Chambliss: what do the stars predict?
A January 4 article in the Wall Street Journal about Speaker of the House John Boehner (R-OH) included this curious sky-map of his personal constellation. . Click...
View ArticleKoch Bros. behind dangerous "oil sands" pipeline UPDATE: Action alert
I'm not particularly knowledgeable about ecological issues or the petroleum business, but I know another scheme by the monstrous Koch Brothers when I see one. Will nothing stop their steady advances...
View ArticleAre you sick of highly-paid teachers?
Teachers' hefty salaries are driving up taxes, and they only work nine or ten months a year! It's time we put things in perspective and pay them for what they do -- babysit! We can get that for less...
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Update: Soliciting suggestions for solidarity signs?
I've got my board, paints and lettering...but can't decide what to write on my sign! So I'm soliciting your suggestions for sign slogans. I've got both sides to work with, but would like to keep my...
View ArticleReport from Atlanta - disappointed
Maybe I had unrealistic expectations, but I walked away from our demonstration feeling disappointed.
View ArticleOne Georgia abortion bill advanced on crossover day
Any Georgia Senate or House bill that made the cut on Wednesday, "crossover day," continues to be considered for advancement into law. The notorious HB 1, to provide that prenatal murder shall be...
View ArticleThis is what Teabaggery looks like!
After cutting $3 million from the library budget, DeKalb County commissioners are shocked -- shocked I tell ya! -- that neighborhood branches have to close.
View ArticleSpring's really here, enjoy!
If it's still cold and rainy where you live, have some pretty spring pictures. Atlanta is abloom!
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IVH with Craig Ferguson (Power Outage Edition)
I hope I have time to make updates before my power goes out again. It's taken me forever to get online. I've done what I could up to a point, but if someone can fill in the obvious blanks, I'd be...
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IVH with Craig Ferguson (More storms edition!)
Please read and follow instructions before opening. Or consult your physician.SPOILER WARNING: A late-night gathering for non-serious palaver that does not speak of that night's show. Posting a...
View ArticleGA passes illegal immigration crackdown bill
In a late-night decision, Georgia's Senate has just passed an Arizona-style law by a 37 to 19 vote.
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Insomniacs' Vent Hole with Craig Ferguson (Monday Night Storm Edition)
Please read and follow instructions before opening. Or consult your physician.SPOILER WARNING: A late-night gathering for non-serious palaver that does not speak of that night's show. Posting a...
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Insomniacs' Vent Hole with Craig Ferguson
Please read and follow instructions before opening. Or consult your physician.SPOILER WARNING: A late-night gathering for non-serious palaver that does not speak of that night's show. Posting a...
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Insomniacs' Vent Hole (Stolen Scooter Edition) with Craig Ferguson (Happy...
Yes, you read that right. Sometime between Friday evening and tonight, someone cut through the lock and stole my motor scooter out of my building's garage. It wasn't insured (though of course I'd...
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