Category Archives: Politics and Society
Debate This!
I didn’t get to see the full-out gladiatorial combat I expected ending with the pretty boy’s smiling head on a pike but it was a good debate and vastly more satisfying than the initial Presidential debate. I think Cheney won. … Continue reading
Ooooh Mommy, am I a real blogger now?
I’m lying on the couch typing wirelessly as I watch the debates. Does that make me part of the big leagues? Some thoughts: Kerry is noticably taller. He does have a queer Raggedy Andy cherry-red cheek thing going on. From … Continue reading
What the hell is wrong with men named John?
Your friend and mine, the third tier of wingnut politicians named John (McCain) is planning a bill to give us all better television sooner than previously legislated. Leaving aside the insanity of government legislating what sort of television set we … Continue reading
The bruthas and sistas are runnin’ this town too
I can rail about how we’re a republic, not a damned democracy. I can offer intelligent and well-informed commentary on the virtues of more limited voting rights but nothing assists comprehension like an object lesson: Marion Barry won a Democratic … Continue reading
Remembrance Day, Part the Third
Today looks exactly like it did three years ago. The sun is shining warm, the sky is a brilliant blue and autumn is in the air. I understand they’re now calling today Patriot Day. Well, it isn’t. And not just … Continue reading