Archive
January 25, 2012
Occupy DC Activist Accuses Van Jones, MoveOn Of Smear Campaign
Kevin Zeese says he's been targeted for trying to defend the movement against being co-opted. Occupy DC embroiled by possibly-imagined crisis.
The 12 Most Ridiculous Things Sold On Barack Obama's Store
If you can imagine it, you can probably buy it with Barack Obama's logo on it.
The Best Out Of Context Mitt Romney Quotes
To be honest, even in context they sounded a little off.
Mitt Romney Does Not Have A Rand Paul Problem
He's fine with airport security.
Newt Gingrich On Immigration In 2004: Make It All Legal?
Newt Gingrich, speaking at a Chamber of Commerce panel on the state of the US economy in January 2004, said it was time to have a debate over whether to continue to make illegal immigration illegal.
Olivia Wilde Has A Bun In The Oven And Other Links
With a little ingenuity, our grandchildren will be able to download a car. The future of piracy is looking bright and pastel colored.
Mitt Romney's Dede Scozzafava
Newt Gingrich has recently taken heat for his 2009 endorsement of moderate Republican Dede Scozzafava in New York's special election. Scozzofava eventually dropped out and endorsed the Democrat Bill Owens, who went on to win the race. But Mitt Romney's past is not free of questionable endorsements. In 2002 Romney endorsed Rocky Anderson, the liberal Democrat who was Mayor of Salt Lake City, in his re-election bid. Anderson won re-election as Mayor of Salt Lake. In his second term Rocky Anderson became notable for his call for President Bush to be impeached over the War in Iraq and legalizing same-sex marriage.
The Coveted Dick Morris Endorsement
The ruddy former Clinton aide backs Tommy Thompson. Though Morris is often compensated by campaigns, he's not getting paid for this one, says Thompson spokesman Darrin Schmitz.
Brutally Honest 2012 Oscar Nominee Posters
Awards season is all about pomp and pretention and pretty dresses. Time to deflate that with some barbed humor.
A Keyboard Playing Cat Playing A Cat-Shaped Keyboard
Also, the cat is wearing a tie.
A Brief Guide To "Mormon Underwear"
Your awkward Mitt Romney questions answered.
The Candidates On Ron Paul, Then And Now
The Republican Presidential candidates this cycle have seemingly gone out of their way at times to make an appeal to Ron Paul supporters -- and to make nice with Ron Paul. But it wasn't always like that: This video mashup by YouTube user patriotreview illustrates how in 2007, candidates scored points of Ron Paul to emphasize their mainstream conservative credentials.
John Boehner Crying With Gabrielle Giffords
There wasn't a dry eye in Congress as Gabby Giffords resigned from the House of Representatives, least of all the Speaker's. A genuinely emotional moment, all politics aside.
Aquaman Is Totally Screwed
DC must have as much disdain for Arthur Curry as the fans. Arguably in possession of the least heroic super powers of the A-List line-up, Aquaman is actually less equipped to deal with his current situation than a mere mortal.
Starbucks Endorses Gay Marriage
First Microsoft, and now Starbucks. Looks like I'll be getting some coffee today.
Watch Rand Paul's State Of The Union Response, Because There Weren't Enough Of Those Already
Fresh off his TSA detainment, Rand gives the Paul response to Obama's speech.
What Does Nancy Pelosi Know About Newt?
Mitt Romney's campaign is delighted at the idea the former speaker has a dark secret about her predecessor, as hinted at in this video. But Pelosi's spokesman told Tim Mak she was just referring to the public record.
People Magazine's Bizarre Description Of "Louie"
I didn't say it wasn't an accurate description. Just a bizarre one.
Stan Lee Reading Comics
He really likes to say "The Incredible Hulk!" in as many voices as possible. Thanks to the power of technology it's now easier than ever to pretend that Stan Lee is your Grandpa, reading you a bedtime story.
Gabrielle Gifford's Resignation Letter
Today the Arizona congresswoman officially stepped down. This is her touching letter of resignation.
6 Photos That Show Joe Biden Is The Drunk Uncle Of The United States
And these are just from last night's State Of The Union. He points! He close-talks! He's handsy!
Santorum: Prisoner Of The Gays
This election cycle, Santorum’s views on LGBT rights have come to define him – and may ruin his camapign. It's his own private cage aux folles.
Baby Elephant Rescued From A Moat
This poor little 1-month-old baby elephant was rescued from a deep moat surrounding a palm oil plantation in Malaysia. Wildlife officials are hoping to open an elephant sanctuary to prevent instances like this one from happening again.
Bacon, Beans And Limousines: Will Rogers On Jobs Crisis (of 1931)
History repeats itself!
Republicans: State Of The Union Sounds Familiar
The Republican National Committee points out that Obama has been saying the stuff from year to year. Not sure it's exactly an attack, but it's a pretty compelling video.
Herman Cain Only Mentioned 9-9-9 Once During Tea Party Response To SOTU
Not one of the major networks picked up Cain's Tea Party response. It was pretty tame as far as Cain speeches go.
Faces Of The State Of The Union
The Internet was watching SOTU. Here's what it saw.
Occupiers Giving "State Of The 99%" Response To SOTU
After Obama's speech, expect a GOP response, a Tea Party response -- and an Occupy response. Mic check: "Our spring is coming!"
Sad Eric Cantor
He's kind of down. On Obama, on life.
Read Obama's State Of The Union
Feisty, and full of veiled shots at Mitt Romney. "I intend to fight obstruction with action, and I will oppose any effort to return to the very same policies that brought on this economic crisis in the first place."
Obama Appoints A Leading Liberal To Watch The Banks
New York Attorney General Eric Schneiderman has been a top critic of finance industry. "This is a huge deal for the American people and the biggest victory yet for the 99%," says MoveOn's Ruben.
Mitt Romney Releases New Web Video "The Real State Of The Union"
Mitt Romney released a new web video Tuesday evening, detailing his prebuttal to the President's State of the Union speech. The video, nearly two minutes long, hits President Obama's economic record over the last three years including the SP downgrade of the US credit rating, the $15 million national debt, and 35 straight months of unemployment over 8%.
