Liberal Democrats are twice as likely as conservative Republicans to stay home this November. Establishmentarian liberals are urging left-of-center voters to ignore the President's failure to deliver--and his refusal to try--on the issues they care about.
"The biggest mistake we [Democrats] could make right now," urged Obama last week, "is to let impatience or frustration lead to apathy and indifference--because that guarantees the other side wins."
"Impatience"? That implies there's something to be impatient about. That Obama is moving too slowly. But that's not the case. Liberals don't see a slow process. They see no process. And what, exactly, is this "other side"? On issue after issue, Obama has cut-and-pasted Bush's Republican policies. Which isn't surprising, given that he didn't appoint a single liberal to his Cabinet.
The real problem for the Dems is a perception gap. The Democratic Party leadership thinks it deserves credit. They think they've accomplished a lot. "We've done the heavy lifting," bragged Nancy Pelosi, citing passage of the bailout, healthcare and financial regulation bills. But liberal voters were against the bailout. They see the healthcare and financial reform bills as useless sellouts to corporations.
What does the County Wide Transportation Initiative mean for the Tampa Bay area? $800 million in a dedicated trust fund monitored by citizens to double the bus fleet, improve roads, add more bike paths, and a light rail system...all as part of one of the biggest jobs programs in Hillsborough's history.
Ros-Lehtinen, Diaz-Balarts Endorse Rick Scott Miami's three Republican Cuban-American members of Congress threw their support behind Rick Scott on Monday, despite not seeing eye-to-eye. here Rick Scott will just have to work it out with David Rivera for the nickname Slick.
Liberal (Socialist) Rally Leaves Lincoln Memorial Ridden With Trash The liberal “One Nation Working Together” rally in Washington Saturday was a trashy affair — much trashier than Fox News host Glenn Beck’s “Restoring Honor” rally held at the end of August, at least according to one member (who didn’t want to be identified by name)......The Daily Caller
“I consider [The Daily Caller’s article] to be highly inaccurate. The garbage at the “One Nation” rally was no different than any other rally. Trash, it seems, is apolitical......Bill Line, Spokesmen for the National Park Service
Looking at the pic of the trash can and the field behind it. I think those Liberal Socialist Commies did a fine job. For the real Pigs at the Trough, check out these comments.
The Stogie is sorry. He usually dosn't post Right Wing Propaganda but was asked to by a friend!
Florida is about to make U.S. transportation history as the first state to create a high-speed rail network with trains connecting its metropolitan areas at speeds of up to 200 mph. The first segment to be constructed will be Orlando to Tampa. Come hear the bold vision in store for Florida’s transportation future. Walk through a full-size model of a Velaro high-speed train and learn about what make these trains run—safely, superfast and sustainably! At MOSI in Tampa. info
With your help, 10/10/10 is going to be the biggest day of practical action to cut carbon that the world has ever seen. We're calling it "A Day to Celebrate Climate Solutions"--together we'll get to work in our communities on projects that can cut carbon and build the clean energy future. info
Enter for a chance to win a trip to Miami (airfare and hotel included). You and your guest will be my guests at a dinner with President Obama on October 11th. here
A grassroots effort is underway to provide pedestrian safety education and resources to the entire Tampa Bay community. Pedestrian safety is an issue that affects all of us. info
Is a 2008 British crime film written and directed by Guy Ritchie, and starring Gerard Butler, Tom Wilkinson, Mark Strong, Thandie Newton, Idris Elba, Ludacris, Gemma Arterton and Karel Roden. Great Film!
The Goody Goody Hamburger With Secret Sauce Is Back With Fries And Baked Beans $4.99.....At Pine Grove Family Restaurant, 9399 N Florida Ave, Tampa How Much Was Your Last Value Meal? Eat Local!
Trevor Dooley shoots David James in cold blood and might get 30 years. Amalia Tabata-Pereira steals a baby for 24 hours and gets 24 years. here Judge, Got Justice?
It was an emotional night. Before we biked, I read the names of Diane and five other bicyclists killed while pedaling since July 29. Ed Collins then talked about the loss of his dad, LeRoy, and his frustration that the driver who killed his dad was never cited. Then we started pedaling and it was amazing to see the long line of bicyclists biking down Central Avenue. here
Hillsborough County schools are still shuffling students in September to meet the rigid caps on class sizes. In one class, a teacher is teaching one student. According to a Tampa principal, passing Amendment 8 is the only way to give our schools the flexibility we need.
October is Domestic Violence Awareness Month I am donating 100% of my profits from the sales of Olivia's Kiss ($3.99 on Kindle) to The Spring, a local Domestic Violence Prevention and Emergency Shelter Agency. If you own a Mac, iPad, iPhone, or Kindle, (or even if you don't!) you can buy this book and help survivors of domestic violence at the same time. info
In a year of dull realities, GLBT filmmakers around the world have created a vibrant selection for this year’s 21st annual Tampa International Gay and Lesbian Film Festival, one of the world’s largest events of its kind. The 11-day run from October 7 through 17th will showcase 37 film screening events, including three shorts programs and five major party events. info
Keith Fitzgerald for Florida State House (HD-69) - talks about the noise from special interests, ideologues, and getting our state back on track. He's working for us!
Howard Dean Calls Rahm's 'Contempt' For Base 'Devastating And Incredibly Demoralizing' "I'm not looking to pick another fight with Rahm Emanuel, but the contempt with which he held the progressive wing of the party was devastating and incredibly demoralizing, That's basically saying to your own people -- you got us here, now FU."......Howard Dean
The Stogie will no longer be voting for the lesser of the two evils. From this day forward he will be voting his conscience, even if that means a much despise republican candidate gets elected. The two party system has to end. See you in November. And in 2012, he will support the real liberal. So Fuck You Rahm Emanuel and the rest of your cohorts. Dennis Kucinich2012
This video starts in the Tampa Airport area, and continues on to Interstate 275 and into downtown Tampa. After a drive around the campus of the University of Tampa, the video heads through Channelside and Ybor City. I visited the Tampa Ikea, then drove back through town and onto Interstate 275 again.
For Hillsborough County Soil And Water Conservation Board Anita Stewart is a licensed medical professional, herb gardener, artist, freelance writer, blogger and photographer, independent publicist, political professional and New Media and Virtual Outreach expert. info
In a two year investigation many of the deep dark secrets, rumors and stories surrounding Carole Lewis Baskin and Big Cat Rescue of Tampa Florida, now have more light shed on them than many people would wish for. here More Info...Here
Stuffed Pepper With Mashed Potatoes And Peas And Soup Or Salad $6.95.....Pine Grove Family Restaurant, 9399 N Florida Ave, Tampa How Much Was Your Last Value Meal? Eat Local!
Leonard Skinner, the basketball coach and gym teacher who inspired the name of the Southern rock band Lynyrd Skynyrd, died Monday in Florida, He was 77. here Via...Cube's Place
Jim Norman Wishes to ascend to the Florida Senate, where he can continue his life's work as a lawn jockey for development interests across the state. here
Has amnesia or simply misplaced his GPS system. For some strange reason, the very person who quit on District 19 like Sarah Palin did on the people of Alaska, wants to come back to his old stomping grounds. The former Congressman, who cost his district half a million dollars for a special election because he abandoned them and never lived in the district, now wants to come back and tell the people of Florida who they should vote for.
Murderer Loose In Valrico David James was enjoying an afternoon game of basketball Sunday with his 8-year-old daughter when he was murdered in front of her by a gun-toting neighbor trying to chase away skateboarders......here
The assailant Trevor E Dooley, was questioned by detectives and Mark Ober's State Attorney's Office officials and released. He is armed and extremely dangerous and hiding out at 3207 Partridge Point Trail in Valrico.
For Florida progressives, voting has never been more important...or easier. Avoid the weather and skip the lines and traffic by signing up to vote from the convenience of your own home! here
Collapse Directed by Chris Smith, is an American documentary film exploring the theories, writings and life story of controversial author Michael Ruppert. If You Have Not Seen This Film, You Should.
A documentary about Cuban prisoner of conscience Dr. Oscar Elias Biscet, will make its premiere in Tampa on Thursday, Nov. 4, on the campus of the University of South Florida. info
Before widespread development by humans, panthers in Florida were abundant. By the late 1980s, there were only about 20-30 left. A sustainable population is believed to be about 500-1,000, meaning a population that could survive without human intervention. However, so much of Florida’s land has been developed, there isn’t much panther habitat remaining. here