When A Picture Will Suffice
In just two short years, the face of America looks very different:
Two Years Ago:
Today:
Mark Nickolas is the Managing Editor of Political Base.
Death of an American Hero
Bob Ostertag | Posted January 5, 2009 | Politics
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An American hero died last week. One you have almost certainly never heard of, by the name of Tom Bernard. Tom was one of the WORMS (We Openly Resist Military Stupidity), one of the many thousands of American servicemen and women who actively opposed the Vietnam war.
The story...
It's January - Where do the Cards Go?
It is the first week of January. If you had a Christmas tree, perhaps like me, you took yours down this past weekend. The paper towel-roll angel, my son's pre-school holiday project, is wrapped in her special tissue for another year. The lights are coiled around a Rolling Stone...
Al Franken's a Senator Now -- But is He a Bigger Laugh than Burris?
Phil Bronstein | Posted January 5, 2009 | Politics
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It's O-fficial. At least until it isn't again.
Al Franken will be standing - in a puddle of some controversy - along with appointed Illinois would-be Senator Roland Burris at the gates of that exclusive...
What to Never Do When Someone You Love Loses a Child
Dr. Cara Barker | Posted January 5, 2009 | Living
Just a few days ago, I sent off my column for the New Year entitled "Beginning Anew." I don't know if you caught it or not. But, in case you didn't, the essence of it has to do with entering the threshold to a new time, and doing so purposely....
Advice to Obama: Revive 'Gang of 14'... Or More
Lanny Davis | Posted January 5, 2009 | Politics
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This article originally appeared in The Washington Times on Monday, January 5, 2009.
Barack Obama's key philosophy and message in the campaign and during the transition has demonstrated just the new kind of politics that rises above partisanship that he promised in his campaign. If he wants to be successful...
New Yorkers Saying No to Aristocracy As Sole Qualifier In a Democracy
David Sirota | Posted January 5, 2009 | Politics
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As billionaire Republican Michael Bloomberg dispatches his thuggish aides to presumptuously berate Democratic Gov. David Paterson for daring to consider appointing anyone other than Caroline Kennedy to the New York Senate seat, a new poll shows New Yorkers are incredibly uncomfortable with the idea:
44% of the state's...
The Genius of Ann Coulter
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Ann Coulter is a genius. All she has to do is shake that stringy blonde hair, prance around in tight mini skirts, show her rail thin, pale white legs, spew foul mouthed expletives about her favorite whipping boy, liberals and the so-called liberal media and the tongues...
Israel's Risk
Chris Meserole | Posted January 5, 2009 | World
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As Israeli ground forces continue to fight their way through Gaza, there's been no shortage of commentary on the causes and possible consequences of the current conflict.
For the most...
No Exit for Civilians in Gaza in the Midst of War
Ken Bacon | Posted January 5, 2009 | World
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Ehud Barak, Fatah, Gaza, Gaza City, Hamas, Israel, Israel Airstrikes, Israel Gaza Airstrikes, Israel Gaza Operation, Israel Ground Invasion, Israeli Airstrikes, Israeli-Palestinian Conflict, Mahmoud Abbas, Palestinian Territories
The current conflict in Gaza between Israel and Hamas is having a devastating impact on civilians. An immediate ceasefire is essential. But with bleak prospects for one in the near term, reducing civilian suffering must be the priority of all actors. Israel must allow full access for humanitarian supplies to...
Every Monday Matters: What Matters Most?
Matthew Emerzian and Kelly Bozza | Posted January 5, 2009 | Living
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FACTS
The average person spends:
100 hours a year commuting to work compared to 80 hours of vacation time.
91 hours a week at work for dual-career couples with kids.
1.8 hours a day doing household activities.
2.6 hours a day watching television.
8.6 hours...
Richardson's Withdrawal from Cabinet Consideration Could be a Blessing in Disguise
Marisa Treviño | Posted January 5, 2009 | Politics
The news that New Mexico Governor Bill Richardson withdrew his name for consideration for Obama's Cabinet is leaving those of us who advocated for his inclusion with huevo all over our faces.
Now, it appears it was a blessing that the Gov. wasn't awarded the Secretary of State position...
Tip #2 for the 44th Prez: Buy Better Mattresses
Emily Main | Posted January 5, 2009 | Green
How did you sleep last night? Probably not all that well, if you're stuck sleeping on a lumpy hotel mattress for two weeks.
Well, one would hope that the super-luxe Hay-Adams has non-lumpy mattresses, but nevertheless, there's nothing like a good night's sleep on your own mattress (in the...
Feinstein: Bad Choice for Intelligence
Stephen Zunes | Posted January 5, 2009 | Politics
Ignoring the pleas of those calling for a more credible figure, Senate Democrats have instead chosen Dianne Feinstein (D-CA) to lead the Senate Committee on Intelligence. Feinstein was among those who falsely claimed in 2002 -- despite the lack of any apparent credible evidence -- that Saddam Hussein had somehow...
Why I Want to Work For Bernie Madoff
Erica Heller | Posted January 5, 2009 | Business
Like almost anyone else I've ever met in my life, I need a job. And when I read the other day that employees of "disgraced billionaire" Bernard Madoff are still showing up to work, doing nothing there and still being paid while "expecting to be fired," I thought to myself,...
Happy Health Care Reform New Year
Linda Bergthold | Posted January 5, 2009 | Politics
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Despite the bad economic news and the even worse international news, it looks like 2009 might just result in real health reform. Why will 2009 be different from 1993? Obama is not making the same mistakes the Clintons did, and that is good news for all...
A Response to Melissa Etheridge
Cathy Brooks | Posted January 5, 2009 | Politics
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Barack Obama, Barack Obama Rick Warren, Gay Marriage, Gay Rights, Proposition 8, Rick Warren, Rick Warren Invocation
When I first read Melissa Etheridge's post about the selection of Rick Warren for Obama's inauguration, I agreed with her. After all, opposing sides can only find peace and compromise if they are able to be reasonable, engage in discourse and show some level of tolerance. Right? Warren has...
In Defense of the White Ribbon
Johnathan Wilber | Posted January 5, 2009 | Living
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Maybe I'm a sucker for a revolution... or maybe just for the accessories of one.
Shortly before Christmas, I attended a gay-marriage equality rally here in Midtown New York, "Light Up the Night," hosted by Join the Impact NYC and spearheaded by a group of infectiously passionate college...
An AZ Wish List
Marlene H. Phillips | Posted January 5, 2009 | Politics
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Arizona, Environment, Phoenix Lander Mars, President Elect Barack Obama, President Obama, Solar Energy, Solar Power, Tucson
Does any incoming president in history have more to deal with than Barack Obama? Two wars of our own, an erupting Middle East, the greatest economic meltdown since the 1930's. Only thing missing are the locusts.
Southern Arizona has a few items to add...
It May Be Time to Redefine Family
Janet Carlson | Posted January 5, 2009 | Living
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Being Friendly, Divorce, Family, Family Dynamics, Friendship, Holiday Season, Holiday Season Commentary, Love, Marriage, New Yorker, Roger Angell
Roger Angell wrote a wonderful story for the New Yorker a few years back in which he redefined the notion of extended family for our modern times, and I'd like to second that emotion. I liked his story a lot -- perhaps because I... related!
Like Angell, I include...
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