Anyone who wants to discuss the debate last night can use this thread. I tried to watch it, I really did. But fifteen minutes was all I could take. I hate debates, and this one seems highly premature. [ADDENDUM: Ace … Continue reading →
Michael Medved points out the inconsistency of those on the left who were vociferous in their defense of Clinton and yet are calling for the resignation of Weiner, who has arguably committed a less serious offense. I suppose that Medved … Continue reading →
…tonight’s Republican debate? Not I. [ADDENDUM: Then again, maybe I will. It sounds pretty wild.]
Continue reading →Julia the German shepherd is cute, she’s good with children—and she’s fierce when told to be. She cost her owners $230,000, but they consider her well worth it. She’s a highly-trained and prize-winning protection dog who can do a multitude … Continue reading →
Weiner’s gone, and not a moment too soon. He stayed far too long at this particular fair, until even Nancy Pelosi was forced to publicly call for him to step down and seek treatment. Sometimes the “seeking treatment” meme is … Continue reading →
—do something! I have to say that, despite the fact that I do a lot of reading and writing, I don’t do all that much sitting. I’ve worked standing up ever since I hurt my back about twenty years ago.
Continue reading →The occasion was the Investec Derby horse-races in Epsom, England, and here are some hats for your perusal. Although for most purposes the era of the obligatory hat is long gone, it endures at these tony racing venues. But its … Continue reading →
Organic vegetables aren’t all they’re cracked up to be.
Continue reading →…Arnold Schwarzenegger, Dominique Strauss-Kahn, and John Edwards. Speaking of John Edwards, I’ve got a question: isn’t he really really wealthy? And if so, why didn’t he use his own money to placate Rielle Hunter?
Continue reading →…to another.
Continue reading →Is it really possible that, after all he’s done for them, unions are angry at Obama? Yes, according to AFL-CIO President Richard Trumka: …union members are frustrated by “wasted energy” in Washington on issues that he said don’t help workers: … Continue reading →
To expand a bit on just why I don’t care about Weinergate at this point: the alleged offense is in the realm of a minor peccadillo, distasteful and stupid, but only of real interest to Weiner’s wife, family, and friends. … Continue reading →