Dixie Chicks diss George Bush, Donald Rumsfeld
At Vancouver concert
"Either the beer is free or you're happy that Donald Rumsfeld resigned today,"
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Friday, November 10, 2006
James Carville on crack
"Suppose Harold Ford became chairman of the DNC? How much more money do you think we could raise? Just think of the difference it could make in one day. Now probably Harold Ford wants to stay in Tennessee. I just appointed myself his campaign manager.".....more
Howard Dean to Mr. Carville.....here
"Suppose Harold Ford became chairman of the DNC? How much more money do you think we could raise? Just think of the difference it could make in one day. Now probably Harold Ford wants to stay in Tennessee. I just appointed myself his campaign manager.".....more
Howard Dean to Mr. Carville.....here
Howard Dean, vindicated
The DNC chairman's "crazy" strategy of rebuilding the Democratic Party across all states helped it ride the national wave against the GOP.....more
Jon Stewart And Howard Dean
"I know half your audience wants us to impeach the president"-- this drew wide cheers -- "but it's not going to happen."
"I know half your audience wants us to impeach the president"-- this drew wide cheers -- "but it's not going to happen."
A Letter From Ned Lamont
Dear Stogie, We didn't win, but we made a difference; tomorrow we start again. Don't stop now, we're just beginning. It starts with one person standing up and speaking out, and then a lot of people, powered by grassroots and netroots and a passion to do better. That's what I heard all over the state: we can do better.....more
A Hot Oily Substance Greets Pombo In Hell
You embodied the cozy corruption, utter fealty to big industry, and mendacious faux conservatism of the 109th Congress. And now? Now you're gone. See Ya.......more
Saddam: Let's now charge the accomplices
Why isn't Donald Rumsfeld being charged?
In December 1983, Rumsfeld was in Baghdad to signal America's approval of Iraq's aggression against Iran. Rumsfeld was back in Baghdad on 24 March 1984, the day that the United Nations reported that Iraq had used mustard gas laced with a nerve agent against Iranian soldiers. Rumsfeld said nothing......more
Unemployed Republicans flood the market
The hundreds of Republican staffers — not to mention more than a few Members — who will lose their jobs in the next few weeks are going to face a hostile marketplace on K Street as unemployed Republicans flood the market......more
The hundreds of Republican staffers — not to mention more than a few Members — who will lose their jobs in the next few weeks are going to face a hostile marketplace on K Street as unemployed Republicans flood the market......more
Thursday, November 9, 2006
McGovern says Dems need to end Iraq war
If Democrats don't take steps to end the war in Iraq soon, they won't be in power very long, McGovern told reporters before a planned speech at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln. "I think the Democratic leadership is wise enough to know that if they're going to follow the message that election sent, they're going to have to take steps to bring the war to a conclusion,".....more
Scott Cochran's
Letter to the Tribune: A Step Backward
On Tuesday, America took a step forward while Florida, and Tampa Bay in particular, took a step backward. It's as if a new leadership across the United States is pulling the country into the 21st century, while Florida voters are still trying to drag us back to the 19th. Particularly puzzling is that Ronda Storms will actually be a part of our state government, no doubt pushing the same old gay-bashing, anti-science, hard-right social agenda.
And people in U.S. House District 9 should be downright embarrassed to be sending Gus Bilirakis, who can barely understand the simplest issues or organize a coherent thought, to Washington. If we don't want to be viewed by the rest of the country as a bunch of backward simpletons, we have a lot of work to do. 2008 starts now.
SCOTT COCHRAN
Letter to the Tribune: A Step Backward
On Tuesday, America took a step forward while Florida, and Tampa Bay in particular, took a step backward. It's as if a new leadership across the United States is pulling the country into the 21st century, while Florida voters are still trying to drag us back to the 19th. Particularly puzzling is that Ronda Storms will actually be a part of our state government, no doubt pushing the same old gay-bashing, anti-science, hard-right social agenda.
And people in U.S. House District 9 should be downright embarrassed to be sending Gus Bilirakis, who can barely understand the simplest issues or organize a coherent thought, to Washington. If we don't want to be viewed by the rest of the country as a bunch of backward simpletons, we have a lot of work to do. 2008 starts now.
SCOTT COCHRAN
Howard Dean April 17, 2003
When Congress approved the President’s authorization to go to war in Iraq – no matter how well-intentioned – it was giving the green light to the President to set his Doctrine of preemptive war in motion. It now appears that Iraq was just the first step. Already, the Bush Administration is apparently eyeing Syria and Iran as the next countries on its target list. The Bush Doctrine must be stopped here.....more
Harry! Harry! Harry!
With the election giving Democrats control of the Senate following four years of GOP dominance, the gold miner's son from tiny Searchlight, Nevada, is in line to become majority leader......more
http://www.giveemhellharry.com/
With the election giving Democrats control of the Senate following four years of GOP dominance, the gold miner's son from tiny Searchlight, Nevada, is in line to become majority leader......more
http://www.giveemhellharry.com/
DFA Victory!
Democracy for America members played a critical role in the successes of November 7. No national grassroots organization put more boots on the ground than DFA. Together, we took our country back!......here
DFA Tampa Bay
Democracy for America members played a critical role in the successes of November 7. No national grassroots organization put more boots on the ground than DFA. Together, we took our country back!......here
DFA Tampa Bay
Governor Dean's
50 State Strategy Worked
In the wake of Democratic victories in all 50 states, Governor Dean sent out the following message today...more
Howard Dean, April 17, 2003......Bush: It's Not Just His Doctrine That's Wrong
50 State Strategy Worked
In the wake of Democratic victories in all 50 states, Governor Dean sent out the following message today...more
Howard Dean, April 17, 2003......Bush: It's Not Just His Doctrine That's Wrong
Harris' House seat appears headed for recount
The touch-screen voting machines Katherine Harris championed as secretary of state after the 2000 presidential recount may have botched this year's election to replace her in the U.S. House of Representatives, and it's likely going to mean another Florida recount......more
The touch-screen voting machines Katherine Harris championed as secretary of state after the 2000 presidential recount may have botched this year's election to replace her in the U.S. House of Representatives, and it's likely going to mean another Florida recount......more
Wednesday, November 8, 2006
As They Listen For An Echo, I Hear Only A Roar
This is the beginning of the end of Bushism. The near-end of “rollback” as an ideology. The end of blowing up countries for the sheer thrill of it. Republicans weep tonight not for their actual losses but because they know they’ll not have a blank check again for perhaps a generation......more
If Democrats Win Senate, Will McCain Suicide?
Sometimes it is best to NOT tempt fate. On October 19th, Buckdog carried the story of Senator John McCain saying that he would 'commit suicide' if the Democrats take control of the United States Senate......more
Sometimes it is best to NOT tempt fate. On October 19th, Buckdog carried the story of Senator John McCain saying that he would 'commit suicide' if the Democrats take control of the United States Senate......more
"Blizzard of Subpoenas"
Democrats 'have a little list'
The Democrats' takeover of the House of Representatives will give the party more power on Capitol Hill than it has enjoyed since 1994, including control of powerful committees, responsibilities for the federal budget and the opportunity to investigate the White House......more
Democrats 'have a little list'
The Democrats' takeover of the House of Representatives will give the party more power on Capitol Hill than it has enjoyed since 1994, including control of powerful committees, responsibilities for the federal budget and the opportunity to investigate the White House......more
Thank You, Ned
You've given us all hope for the future, and it was a real honor to help with your efforts to take back America from the conservatives.....more
You've given us all hope for the future, and it was a real honor to help with your efforts to take back America from the conservatives.....more
Meet John Conyers Jr.
The new chairman of the Judiciary Committee
Which has the authority to begin hearings and an investigation into whether the planning and selling of the Iraq war was a constitutional crime......click here
The new chairman of the Judiciary Committee
Which has the authority to begin hearings and an investigation into whether the planning and selling of the Iraq war was a constitutional crime......click here
LANDSLIDE! ...a big thanks from Michael Moore
Now the real work begins. Unless we stay on top of these Democrats to do the right thing, they will do what they've always done: Screw it up. Big Time. They helped Bush start this war, and now they should make amends......more
Now the real work begins. Unless we stay on top of these Democrats to do the right thing, they will do what they've always done: Screw it up. Big Time. They helped Bush start this war, and now they should make amends......more
Start spreading the news
New Yorkers cheered and downed tequila shots last night as news of Democrat victories filtered through. Today though, the hangovers kick in and the results tell a different story......more
Democrats’ Takeover in House Transforms Washington Overnight
Voters across the country dispatched Republican lawmakers Tuesday in favor of Democrats, ending four years of total GOP control in Congress and giving voice to a party that has challenged President Bush’s leadership of the war in Iraq......more
Nancy Pelosi
Are our priorities for the 109th Congress. We are committed to building an America where all families can live and prosper in diverse, safe, and vibrant communities.
Are our priorities for the 109th Congress. We are committed to building an America where all families can live and prosper in diverse, safe, and vibrant communities.
Tuesday, November 7, 2006
Gore Vidal: 'The Most Important Election in My Lifetime'
Kathy Castor
For Congress
Kathy also shares my belief that the war in Iraq is drawing attention and resources away from the search for "Osama bin Forgotten” and from securing America's points of vulnerability.....Senator Bob Graham
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For Congress
Kathy also shares my belief that the war in Iraq is drawing attention and resources away from the search for "Osama bin Forgotten” and from securing America's points of vulnerability.....Senator Bob Graham
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Mary Mulhern
Hillsborough County Commission, District 1
Mass Transit - That works for working people. Light rail and expanded bus system
Environment - Responsible growth to protect water and air quality. Sustainable, energy-
efficient building and transportation
Fiscal Responsibility - Public dollars for sensible priorities - safety, transportation, education
Code of ethics for county government
Independent Public Servant who answers to the voters, not special interests.
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Hillsborough County Commission, District 1
Mass Transit - That works for working people. Light rail and expanded bus system
Environment - Responsible growth to protect water and air quality. Sustainable, energy-
efficient building and transportation
Fiscal Responsibility - Public dollars for sensible priorities - safety, transportation, education
Code of ethics for county government
Independent Public Servant who answers to the voters, not special interests.
click here
Brian Moore
“You’re like two peas in a pod.”
I have decided to pursue the candidacy for United States Senator of Florida in the November 2006 general elections. I will run as an independent candidate. I will speak out forthrightly against the war in Iraq and for the need to bring our troops home immediately....more
“You’re like two peas in a pod.”
I have decided to pursue the candidacy for United States Senator of Florida in the November 2006 general elections. I will run as an independent candidate. I will speak out forthrightly against the war in Iraq and for the need to bring our troops home immediately....more
April Griffin
Hillsborough County School Board District 6
April has been a member of the PTA, a classroom volunteer, a substitute teacher in the Hillsborough County School System, and has been active in her children’s schools for many years. A lifelong Hillsborough County resident, she has worked in the Hillsborough County School District’s Public Affairs Office and PACE Center for girls, an all-girl’s school for at-risk teenage girls......more
Hillsborough County School Board District 6
April has been a member of the PTA, a classroom volunteer, a substitute teacher in the Hillsborough County School System, and has been active in her children’s schools for many years. A lifelong Hillsborough County resident, she has worked in the Hillsborough County School District’s Public Affairs Office and PACE Center for girls, an all-girl’s school for at-risk teenage girls......more
Monday, November 6, 2006
JOE REDNER
HILLSBOROUGH COUNTY COMMISSION, DISTRICT 5
"The Most Progressive Candidate this fall on the ballot is Joe Redner!" - WMNF
Joe Redner
Betty Reed
Florida House of Representatives - District 59
I have lived in Florida all of my adult life. I have been married to James Reed for 49 years. We are the proud parents of five children, all college graduates, and nine grand-children. I am a member of Bible-Based Fellowship Church of Temple Terrace. I have a bachelor's degree in Behavioral Science from National-Louis University, Florida. I am a recently retired educator, and have been involved in grassroots campaigns as well as volunteered to serve on numerous city, county and school advisory boards......more
Florida House of Representatives - District 59
I have lived in Florida all of my adult life. I have been married to James Reed for 49 years. We are the proud parents of five children, all college graduates, and nine grand-children. I am a member of Bible-Based Fellowship Church of Temple Terrace. I have a bachelor's degree in Behavioral Science from National-Louis University, Florida. I am a recently retired educator, and have been involved in grassroots campaigns as well as volunteered to serve on numerous city, county and school advisory boards......more
Phyllis Busansky
Democrat U.S. Congress District 9
Phyllis, served on the Hillsborough County Commission from 1988 to 1996. The Tampa resident won national acclaim for her leading role in creating the county's indigent health care program. In Congress, she would continue to focus on health care and promote programs and funding for helping local government provide more health care......The Times recommends Phyllis Busansky. ....more
Democrat U.S. Congress District 9
Phyllis, served on the Hillsborough County Commission from 1988 to 1996. The Tampa resident won national acclaim for her leading role in creating the county's indigent health care program. In Congress, she would continue to focus on health care and promote programs and funding for helping local government provide more health care......The Times recommends Phyllis Busansky. ....more
Third-Party MILF
And I have a few final requests
And she is. But in revisiting the column in my mind, I realized I didn't go beyond that description to say how surprised I was when I met her to find a well-informed and serious candidate -- if a very inexperienced politician -- who deserves more attention than she got during this campaign......more
The Couch Potato's Guide to Election Night
If you have a political bone in your body -- even if you're usually a cynic about elections -- you're undoubtedly holding your breath right now. With the 2006 midterm elections upon us, the question is: Will the Democrats recapture at least the House of Representatives and maybe even take the Senate.....more
If you have a political bone in your body -- even if you're usually a cynic about elections -- you're undoubtedly holding your breath right now. With the 2006 midterm elections upon us, the question is: Will the Democrats recapture at least the House of Representatives and maybe even take the Senate.....more
“Triple Venti, no fat, no foam, extra hot, with pink sugar.”
Katherine Harris has a very, very specific Starbucks order. It is her fuel, it is what keeps her going. If she doesn’t get it, she gets angry.......more
Vote....Brain Moore
Insulting Our Troops, and Our Intelligence
Every time you hear Mr. Bush or Mr. Cheney lash out against Mr. Kerry, I hope you will say to yourself, “They must think I’m stupid.” Because they surely do.They think that they can get you to overlook all of the Bush team’s real and deadly insults to the U.S. military over the past six years by hyping and exaggerating Mr. Kerry’s mangled gibe at the president......more
Every time you hear Mr. Bush or Mr. Cheney lash out against Mr. Kerry, I hope you will say to yourself, “They must think I’m stupid.” Because they surely do.They think that they can get you to overlook all of the Bush team’s real and deadly insults to the U.S. military over the past six years by hyping and exaggerating Mr. Kerry’s mangled gibe at the president......more
As Bush Campaigns, Newsweek Says GOP Numbers Drop
The most recent Newsweek poll shows that Bush’s approval rating has fallen to 35% and the Democratic advantage in the generic ballot question has now increased to 16 points amongst likely voters. Newsweek reports that as Bush travels the country, their poll has found that support for GOP candidates actually falls........more
The most recent Newsweek poll shows that Bush’s approval rating has fallen to 35% and the Democratic advantage in the generic ballot question has now increased to 16 points amongst likely voters. Newsweek reports that as Bush travels the country, their poll has found that support for GOP candidates actually falls........more
Sunday, November 5, 2006
U.S. Attorney General Ramsey Clark calls trial a Travesty and
told to "Get Out"
Saddam Hussein was convicted and sentenced Sunday to death by hanging for war crimes in the 1982 killings of 148 people in the town of Dujail, as the former leader, trembling, shouted "God is Great!"......more
The life and times of Saddam Hussein
Today's verdict marks the beginning of the final chapter in the controversial life story of the deposed dictator......more
told to "Get Out"
Saddam Hussein was convicted and sentenced Sunday to death by hanging for war crimes in the 1982 killings of 148 people in the town of Dujail, as the former leader, trembling, shouted "God is Great!"......more
The life and times of Saddam Hussein
Today's verdict marks the beginning of the final chapter in the controversial life story of the deposed dictator......more
Children of Nazi racial engineering meet in Germany
The children of a Nazi programme aimed at creating an "Aryan elite" met publicly in Germany at the weekend in an effort to banish the spectre that has haunted many of them since their birth.....more
The children of a Nazi programme aimed at creating an "Aryan elite" met publicly in Germany at the weekend in an effort to banish the spectre that has haunted many of them since their birth.....more
Saturday, November 4, 2006
2006 Proposed Constitutional Amendments
Election Day is next Tuesday, and Florida voters this time find themselves faced with six proposed amendments to our state's constitution. Here are some thoughts on the proposals.....click here
Election Day is next Tuesday, and Florida voters this time find themselves faced with six proposed amendments to our state's constitution. Here are some thoughts on the proposals.....click here
"Do you want us to win"
Republicans Spring a New "Winning" Strategy
As the U.S. death toll in Iraq for the month of October passed 100 -- making it the deadliest month in nearly two years -- and with polls still showing that the Democratic Party is poised to take control of the House of Representatives and possibly the Senate, Republican Party message-meisters appear to have devised what they hope will be the money sound-bite for electoral victory......more
Republicans Spring a New "Winning" Strategy
As the U.S. death toll in Iraq for the month of October passed 100 -- making it the deadliest month in nearly two years -- and with polls still showing that the Democratic Party is poised to take control of the House of Representatives and possibly the Senate, Republican Party message-meisters appear to have devised what they hope will be the money sound-bite for electoral victory......more
Stogie Voted!
Governor: Jim Davis
United States Senator: Brian Moore
Congress District 11: Cathy Castor
Attorney General: Skip Campbell
Chief Financial Officer: Alex Sink
Commissioner Of Agriculture: Eric Copeland
County Commissioner District 5: Joe Redner
State Representative District 59: Betty Reed
Circuit Judge Group 32: Bernie Silver
Circuit Judge Group 43: Paul T. Jeske
Circuit Judge Group 44: Emily Peacock
Circuit Judge Group 45: Ashley Brooke Moody
School Board Member District 6: April Griffin
Governor: Jim Davis
United States Senator: Brian Moore
Congress District 11: Cathy Castor
Attorney General: Skip Campbell
Chief Financial Officer: Alex Sink
Commissioner Of Agriculture: Eric Copeland
County Commissioner District 5: Joe Redner
State Representative District 59: Betty Reed
Circuit Judge Group 32: Bernie Silver
Circuit Judge Group 43: Paul T. Jeske
Circuit Judge Group 44: Emily Peacock
Circuit Judge Group 45: Ashley Brooke Moody
School Board Member District 6: April Griffin
Dean digs at Bush
Praises Ohio efforts at Toledo stop
A cautiously confident Howard Dean rallied Toledo Democrats yesterday with digs at President Bush, an agenda for a Democratic Congress, and praise for statewide candidates who weren’t around to hear.Mr. Dean, the chairman of the Democratic National Committee, told a packed VFW hall that Republicans have damaged the country by dividing Americans — and that Democrats, if they work hard enough, can ride a desire for change to big wins in Ohio and nationwide next week.....more
Praises Ohio efforts at Toledo stop
A cautiously confident Howard Dean rallied Toledo Democrats yesterday with digs at President Bush, an agenda for a Democratic Congress, and praise for statewide candidates who weren’t around to hear.Mr. Dean, the chairman of the Democratic National Committee, told a packed VFW hall that Republicans have damaged the country by dividing Americans — and that Democrats, if they work hard enough, can ride a desire for change to big wins in Ohio and nationwide next week.....more
Friday, November 3, 2006
The No-Responsibility Party ... Ever
From her mouth to the Hairy Thunderer's ear. Deborah Pryce, running in tough battle for reelection in central Ohio just made this statement.....here
Vote Mary Jo Kilroy
From her mouth to the Hairy Thunderer's ear. Deborah Pryce, running in tough battle for reelection in central Ohio just made this statement.....here
Vote Mary Jo Kilroy
Gagging on Haggard
OK. Conservatives and evangelicals who are wringing your hands over this, and gearing up to blame the gays, the Democrats, or both … Come a little closer and let me, as we say where I come from, “break it down for you.”.......more
OK. Conservatives and evangelicals who are wringing your hands over this, and gearing up to blame the gays, the Democrats, or both … Come a little closer and let me, as we say where I come from, “break it down for you.”.......more
Once a long shot, John Hall closes N.Y. gap
Thanks to a blend of Democratic momentum, Stephen Colbert, YouTube and his own minor league celebrity, strategists say Hall — a long shot Democratic challenger — could topple Kelly, who has represented New York's 19th Congressional district since being swept into office as part of the 1994 GOP revolution......more
John Hall
Thanks to a blend of Democratic momentum, Stephen Colbert, YouTube and his own minor league celebrity, strategists say Hall — a long shot Democratic challenger — could topple Kelly, who has represented New York's 19th Congressional district since being swept into office as part of the 1994 GOP revolution......more
John Hall
Ranks of independent voters rising, Vote Brian Moore
About 17 percent of voters registered for next week’s election eschew major-party identification, according to a study released Thursday by American University’s Center for the Study of the American Electorate......more
Vote Brian Moore
Bill Nelson can kiss my Ass
About 17 percent of voters registered for next week’s election eschew major-party identification, according to a study released Thursday by American University’s Center for the Study of the American Electorate......more
Vote Brian Moore
Bill Nelson can kiss my Ass
Thursday, November 2, 2006
A Needless Apology
It's "insulting," says Bush, that Kerry would insinuate that our troops are "stupid." Clearly Kerry-- an actual war hero who has actually been shot in a real, live, actual war-- doesn't think troops are stupid......more
It's "insulting," says Bush, that Kerry would insinuate that our troops are "stupid." Clearly Kerry-- an actual war hero who has actually been shot in a real, live, actual war-- doesn't think troops are stupid......more
Wednesday, November 1, 2006
Newsweek: Bush/Kerry Flap could HURT GOP
In fact, the concerted attack on Kerry—complete with White House and Republican National Committee press releases—threatens to undermine a central premise of the party’s strategy. The president may have diverted attention back onto Democrats, but he also turned the focus back on himself and the war.Neither subject is a winning issue for GOP candidates ..Bush’s approval rating in the most recent NEWSWEEK poll stood at 37 percent—10 points lower than the last poll before the 2004 elections, and fully 33 points lower than 2002.......more
In fact, the concerted attack on Kerry—complete with White House and Republican National Committee press releases—threatens to undermine a central premise of the party’s strategy. The president may have diverted attention back onto Democrats, but he also turned the focus back on himself and the war.Neither subject is a winning issue for GOP candidates ..Bush’s approval rating in the most recent NEWSWEEK poll stood at 37 percent—10 points lower than the last poll before the 2004 elections, and fully 33 points lower than 2002.......more
GOP Meltdown: Florida lawmaker quits in racial slur scandal
State Rep. Ralph Arza resigned today from the Legislature, bowing to pressure to quit after leaving messages filled with obscenities and a racial slur on a colleague's voice mail.The Hialeah Republican had been urged to resign by House Republicans and Gov. Jeb Bush after the messages left on Rep. Gus Barreiro's voice mail became public......more
State Rep. Ralph Arza resigned today from the Legislature, bowing to pressure to quit after leaving messages filled with obscenities and a racial slur on a colleague's voice mail.The Hialeah Republican had been urged to resign by House Republicans and Gov. Jeb Bush after the messages left on Rep. Gus Barreiro's voice mail became public......more
Michelle Malkin: John Kerry said what?
A general rule of thumb regarding controversies like this is to count how many posts Michelle Malkin has about the issue, and to note that there is a positive correlation to how trivial the matter is and how many posts she has about it. At my last count, she had four on her site......more
A general rule of thumb regarding controversies like this is to count how many posts Michelle Malkin has about the issue, and to note that there is a positive correlation to how trivial the matter is and how many posts she has about it. At my last count, she had four on her site......more
" The fact is that we wouldn't be in Iraq if it weren't for Democrats like Senator Kerry"
Howard Dean
Howard Dean
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