Looks like the answer is “no.” Some people have been counted more than once. Others have merely placed a plan in their shopping carts. Others think they’ve enrolled but probably have not. And we have no idea what percentage of … Continue reading →
Who would have thought a single comma—or lack thereof—would make such a difference?: Britain’s Sky News posted this bulletin about the Nelson Mandela memorial service at 6:36 p.m. London time Tuesday: “Top stories: World leaders at Mandela tribute, Obama-Castro handshake … Continue reading →
…this: They’re not even hiding it any longer: Citizens who dissent from government policy will be subject to harassment by the government’s law enforcement and para-law-enforcement shock troops. Here are more details: By now, the news has spread online, of … Continue reading →
…and says it was a schizophrenic episode. I suppose it’s possible, but I call foul. After all, the man—whose name is Thamsanqa Jantjie—managed to hold it together quite nicely in terms of decorum and control for many hours. And he … Continue reading →
The sign language interpreter at Mandela’s service was an imposter. A solemn imposter. Also—fortunately—a safe one, although no one seems to know who he is or how he got there. He was so close to Obama and other world leaders … Continue reading →
This time it’s a Byzantine surprise for small business owners. One would almost think the law was meant to discourage small businesses. But, but…we’ll get those “free” checkups!
Continue reading →I saw this CNN documentary the other night and it was excellent—really moving. It includes an inspiring religious element as well. It’s going to be repeated on CNN on Thursday December 12 and Saturday December 14 at 9PM and 11 … Continue reading →
Yes, yes, I know Yahoo email is nowhere near as important as Obamacare. But still, the situation is similar enough that I wonder if this sort of thing is a trend. I’ve railed against Yahoo email’s “new, improved [sic]” version … Continue reading →
Explained—and previously predicted—by Ace. Lat night when I read Ace’s prediction and his reasons for it, I strongly suspected he had nailed it. And so he had. His point has nothing to do with the present Pope and his actual … Continue reading →
I’m with Kevin A. Hassett on this: …T]he Ryan-Murray budget deal makes a trade that most Republicans would likely prefer not to make. It balances higher spending in the near term against longer-term reductions that, combined with increases in user … Continue reading →
I expect plenty of disagreement, but I’m actually inclined to give Obama somewhat of a modified pass on shaking Raul Castro’s hand at Nelson Mandela’s funeral. I’m second to no one in the strength of my alarm and disapproval at … Continue reading →
Obamacare was pushed through Congress at high speed, without much debate and without the usual haggling. The reason was that, like thieves in a hurry to grab everything and get out safely, Democrats were eager to move it through while … Continue reading →