Archive
January 18, 2012
Wisconsin Senate Candidate Doesn't Look Like The Guy In The Ad
Former Wisconsin Governor Tommy Thompson is running for Senate. In a recent ad, Tommy pensively looks out over a lake. The only problem is it doesn't really look like Tommy Thompson.
The Big Book On Perry
Jason Cherkis of the Huffington Post, not to be outdone by BuzzFeed, has published the Texas Democrats' 500 page long opposition research book on Rick Perry, just as curtain falls on Perry's Presidential campaign.
3 Democrats You Can Thank For Bailing On SOPA/PIPA
Marco Rubio and Congressional Republicans aren't the only ones who came out against SOPA/PIPA today. Here are three Congressional democrats who did as well.
The Author Of SOPA Is A Copyright Violator
Haha. This is almost too perfect.
Tim Tebow Throws A Pass To Marco Rubio
From the Florida House of Representatives in 2008.
The Fifty Greatest Hits From John McCain's Giant Mitt Romney Oppo File
Yesterday, BuzzFeed posted the entire 200 page opposition research file John McCain had on Mitt Romney in 2008. Today, we highlight the top 50 most damaging, entertaining, or unusual items found therein.
15 Republicans You Can Thank For Bailing On SOPA/PIPA
Led by Senator Marco Rubio's defection this morning, Republican Senators and Congressmen have begun coming out against SOPA/PIPA in earnest. According to Patrick Ruffini today's count stands at 26 Republican converts to only 3 Democratic. I guess Senator Rubio won't be welcome at Disney World this summer.
Baby Flummoxed By New Sound
Being an infant is hard work. You have to cry all the ti--sweet Mother of God what was that noise?!
Here's A Machine That Treats Metal Like Play-Doh
This is absolutely mesmerizing.
Remix The Heads Of The RIAA And MPAA
In honor of SOPA Blackout Day, we've made transparencies for RIAA Vice President Jonathan Lamy and MPAA Chairman and Chief Executive Officer Chris Dodd. We want to see where Buzzfeeders want to put them. Remix away everybody!
Mark Zuckerberg Comes Out Publicly Against SOPA
The Facebook founder's post outlines his company's stance on SOPA/PIPA.
Duggar Dad Comes Out Against Transgender Girl Scout
"Our family loves Girl Scout cookies and I don't think allowing a boy in the Girl Scouts is a good thing," says Jim Bob Duggar. He'd rather vote for a third party candidate than Mitt Romney, he tells BuzzFeed.
Spartanburg Asks: Stephen Who?
Colbert is on the march. South Carolina doesn't seem entirely to be in on the joke. "I don't know how serious he is about it," muses Gidley.
Al Franken And Norm Macdonald Discuss Mitt Romney On SNL In 1994
Weekend Update! "The roughest campaign year ever."
The Time Rick Santorum Supported A $600 Million Stimulus And Didn't Care About The Cost
Rick Santorum rails against the Obama administrations heavy spending. In 2003, however, Santorum, speaking in support of the Bush tax cuts, said the effect of the $600 million "stimulus" should outweigh any debt concerns.
Andy Wiedlin Joins BuzzFeed As Chief Revenue Officer
Andy Wiedlin has joined Buzzfeed as Chief Revenue Officer. TechCrunch story
Your Wikipedia SOPA Survival Kit
Everything you wanted to look up today, in one convenient video. You're welcome, kids.
Ron Paul Lands Coveted Wikileaks Endorsement
In an interview with Rolling Stone's Michael Hastings, Wikileaks founder Julian Assange thanks him for his "impassioned and rational speech.
Santorum Sharpens Attacks On Gingrich
A strong debate performance from the Speaker, and suddenly everyone's piling on Newt.
Mark Wahlberg Says He Totally Would Have Stopped 9/11
This is the single most important, inspiring, and unbelievable quote you'll read today. Bless you, Marky, and God bless America.
Rick Perry's Make Believe Keyboard
There's something funny about the way Rick Perry was using his hands in the last GOP debate.
Should You Trust Newt Gingrich's Favorite Pollster?
Matt Towery is an old Gingrich friend with a colorful past whose poll numbers often favor his fellow Georgian. “Any suggestion that I poll favorably towards him would be untrue," he tells BuzzFeed
Read The MPAA's Response To The SOPA/PIPA Blackout
Former Senator and current Chairman and CEO of the Motion Picture Association of America Chris Dodd released this statement calling the blackout "irresponsible" and "yet another gimmick, albeit a dangerous one."
Why We're Weighing In On SOPA
The proposed — and half-dead — legislation cuts to the core of what we do, and how we live.
A Young Woman, Without Papers, Confronts Romney On Veto Promise
"Lucy," who says she was brought from Peru at the age of 10, got Romney on video Mitt Romney at a New York City fundraiser Tuesday night. He's said he would veto the DREAM Act, which would provide people like her a path to citizenship. "That's wonderful!" he says of her 4.0 GPA.
25 Angry Kids Who Can't Do Their Homework Because Of The Wikipedia Blackout
Now that people are discoveirng Wikipedia's 24-hour anti-SOPA/PIPA blackout, Twitter is full of students who are frustrated at the disappearance of their favorite homework helper.
The Web Marks SOPA/PIPA Protest Day
For posterity, a look at how some famous websites are participating in the January 18th protest, or not.
The Time When It Was Hard To Figure Out What Rick Santorum Was Talking About
Rick Santorum slid tonight, lacking the aggression and focus he showed at last night's debate.
Michelle Obama's Birthday Restaurant Has Occupy-Themed Burger Menu
The Obamas are celebrating Michelle's birthday with friends at BLT Steak in Washington, DC this evening. The restaurant recently introduced "The 99%" burger (american cheese, wonder bread) and "The 1%" burger (foie gras, kobe beef and gold leaf).
Among South Carolina Suits, Gingrich "Exciting," Santorum A Lot Less So
South Carolina business leaders find Newt "dynamic." They're still voting Romney.
The Book On Mitt Romney: Here Is John McCain's Entire Opposition Research File
A document found online by BuzzFeed appears to be John McCain's entire, 200-page opposition research file -- or "book" -- on Mitt Romney from 2008, the year they were bitter rivals. Segments of the book have been posted on RedState.com, but this the first time the document has been shared for public consumption in its entirety.
