FYI, in case it ever comes up....

Contrary to what certain pundits will tell you, Plame was indeed a covert agent at the time of Dick Cheney releasing her name to the media. And yes, that is indeed treason.

Eating their own...

Every time I listen to Rush Limbaugh (which isn't too often, because I don't like being lied to), I hear about how the Democratic Party is doomed. They're a sinking ship. they're eating their own. So when I read an article like this, I just have to laugh...And for the record, this is an area where I personally think the President is on track.....

Our poor, poor children......

I recently stumbled upon this fun little pamphlet. It lists such fun facts as:

• - ….children receive 50% of their lifetime cancer risks in the first two years of life.
• - According to [the] FDA, half of produce currently tested in grocery stores contains measurable residues of pesticides. Laboratory tests of eight industry-leader baby foods reveal the presence of 16 pesticides, including three carcinogens.
• - In blood samples of children aged 2 to 4, concentrations of pesticide residues are six times higher in children eating conventionally farmed fruits and vegetables compared with those eating organic food.
• - According to [the] Dept. of Health and Human Services, organophosphate pesticides (OP) are now found in the blood of 95% of Americans tested. OP levels are twice as high in blood samples taken from children than in adults. Exposure to OPs is linked to hyperactivity, behavior disorders, learning disabilities, developmental delays and motor dysfunction. OPs account for half of the insecticides used in the U.S.
• - The CDC reports that one of the main sources of pesticide exposure for U.S. children comes from the food they eat.

Unreal. I don't even have anything specific to scream from the soapbox on this one....Just wanted to pass along the info.....

New Report!

There's a new report out by some rather right wing "think tanks." Basically, it says that when adjusted for inflation, people of my generation make less than people of my father's generation.

"Relying on Census Bureau figures, the study's authors found that after adjusting for inflation, men in their 30s in 2004 had a median income of about $35,000 per year, for a 12 percent drop compared with $40,000 per year for men in the same age group in 1974.

That stood in stark contrast to men in their 30s in 1994, who earned 5 percent more than their fathers did."

Now, call me cynical, but what could have happened around 1994 that may have influenced this? I seem to remember a certain Party taking Congress, and certain man's "Contract with America." I'm sure it's all coincidence! (Does sarcasm translate to the written word?)

Paul in '08?

I'm sure by now everyone is aware of what happened at the second Republican debate. Well, Ron Paul made an appearance on Bill Maher's show, and the guy sounds intelligent. He speaks honestly. He placed blame on us, instead of pointing the finger. The video of his appearance is only 8 minutes long. Have a seat and enjoy!

By the by, if anyone has any "dirt" on this guy, I'd like to hear about it. And yes, this is the second Republican I've endorsed for president in '08, and no Democrat endorsement for over a year. Sorry, Biden, you lost me somewhere.....

Food and Drink

Since I posted one beverage related story, I decided to highlight a few other article I read recently....First, a rather "messy" Fast Food War is brewing.....How about we just stop eating fast food completely? Might make us all a bit more healthy. On that note: must see movies...Super Size Me and Fast Food Nation.

And then there's this story. At this point, I don't think any one's safe drinking milk, with the growth hormones they pump into cows....Still, cows bred to produce skim milk scares me.....

Soda Pop

Is anyone really surprised by this story? A) If you don't believe the report, are you surprised it took this long for this type of report to come out? B) If you do believe the story, aren't you shocked it took this long for this type of report to come out?

Bottom line, drink water! (And of course, bitter, hoppy beer.)

Fox News = Completely Unbalanced

No real shock here. I guess the truly shocking story is that Fox News is the number one ranked 24/7 Cable News Channel. Why would the White House's personal propaganda machine not give coverage to the war and Gonzo scandal, but give more time (by percentage) than either CNN or MSNBC to Anna Nicole? Keep 'em smiling, keep 'em in the dark, and keep 'em afraid....Fair and balanced, eh?!?

Umm....Eh....Err.....

I tend to line up with the right with regards to capital punishment. Call me someone who wants to preserve the sanctity of life. Oh, wait, that's makes no sense. (Psst! Neither does the Republican Party claim of the same thing!) But I'm all for killing someone guilty of certain crimes, assuming they are without a shadow of a doubt guilty. That being said, I don't really know where I stand on issues like this one. Ohio seems all too happy to torture our criminals before killing them. I suppose A) all humans deserve to be treated humanely, and B) if they're guilty of the crimes they've been convicted of, who cares if they have to suffer a little at the end?

PS, they had problems because the dude weighed 265 pounds. Note to criminals on death row....Bulk up!

Happy Birthday!

As many of you may know, today marks the 30th anniversary of Star Wars hitting the theaters. And I guess Lucas is using this good karma as an excuse to make more money.

Funny thing is, I'd still line up to see it. Damn you Lucas!!!

It's a mad, mad, mad world, baby!

Some thoughts for the day....First off, could there be anything more ironic than this story?!? First Bush sends Powell to the UN to lie and trump up support for his personal vendetta against Sadam. Then he mocks Kerry in the run-up to the 2004 elections for suggesting the world doesn't support us. And now that it's obvious even to HIM that the world doesn't support us, he proposes going back to the UN for support to get us out. Mind you, Bush thinks so highly of the UN, he sneakingly appointed Bolton as the US ambassador to the UN. Bolton was on record as saying he hated the UN, and wanted it disbanded. What a leader we have!

Second....This one also gets filed in the ironic category. So al Qaeda had no presence in Iraq before we invaded, but now they want to and are using it as a base. And we're in a war against terror? Then why are facilitating it?!?

And lastly....The tolerance of *some* religious folks in this country is astounding.

Disagree? I'd like your thoughts....

Thinking outside the Box

This is a lame "manger" term, I know. But I stumbled upon this article, and thought it sounded like a good idea. At least someone is trying to do something positive with waste....Now if we could only figure out what to do with all those land fills.....

Suspicious Tax Break

I am well aware that no one reads this section of our website. However, if anyone accidentally stumbles upon this post, please explain this one to me. The article goes on to say about 100 jobs are expected to be created. In this state, that is HUGE; make no mistake. However, why would McCarthy be so secretive about the whole thing? Could ANYONE vote for an "open-ended tax break for an unnamed company" with a clear conscience? I certainly hope not! Let's keep our eyes on this one.....

O & A Update

Looks like my links aren't working so well, so I'm re-posting them. Here's the link about XM subscribers canceling subscriptions (GREAT IDEA!!!). And here's the link about sponsors leaving XM in protest.

Remember to support free speech, and tune in to Opie and Anthony Monday thru Friday from 3pm-6pm on 92.3 KRock (in Cleveland). Thanks!

This is America?!?

I am shocked. I am amazed. I want to scream. Click here. And Here. And Here. Vincent Deliberato said it best. And for those of you who know him, it was truly a profound statement. "If you live in a society with free speech, EXPECT to be offended daily." PLEASE do not let the minority dictate to the majority. HELP THIS CAUSE!!!

After doing some more research, it appears O&A were suspended not for their comments, but because they weren't sorry enough. XM didn't think their apology was sincere. So they gave them a month off with pay.

also, O&A will (at least for the time being) continue to broadcast their FreeFM portion of the morning. Please support them! In the Cleveland area, their show is delayed until 3pm on 92.3 KRok. Please listen and support the sponsors.

Did I call it?

It's too early to know if I was 100% correct, but in my old BLOG (found here), I predicted Newt would be the Republican candidate in '08. I made that prediction almost 2 years ago, on June 18, 2005! And this recent article at least suggests he's about to throw his hat in the ring.....Email me if you need lottery numbers!

I found my candidate in '08!

...And not only is he Republican, he's not even running (yet). But based on this article, I think Bloomberg's my guy. Now, I'm sure there's some dirt on him out there....anyone care to inform me of his "evil" side?