Warmongering: the Next Republican Focus?
Republican warmongering against Iran is nothing new. Who can forget John McCain singing “Bomb, Bomb Iran” during a Senate committee hearing, when he did not know his microphone was open, wan back in...
View ArticleOpen Thread–3/5/2012
Yesterday my COPD was quite severe, so for the most part, I stayed down. I’m current with replies. Today I have an appointment that I cannot duck, so what I do will depend on how tired I am, when I...
View ArticleOpen Thread–3/8/2011
Yesterday I returned home on time and had enough time to get in my afternoon sleep, but I slept late and am running a little behind. I’m current with replies. Today, my stack of mail still awaits and...
View ArticleIs Romney Campaigning for WWIII?
During the 2008 campaign, John McCain, aka McConJob, committed one of the campaign’s worst gaffes by singing “Bomb Bomb Iran” into an open mic. Mitt Romney thought Barack Obama had given him a similar...
View ArticleRemember Bush? Want More?
Hearing about Willard’s notion of foreign policy, I cringed in disgust. “This must be an American Century” took me back to the Neocon days, before PNAC (Project for a New American Century) went...
View ArticleOpen Thread–6/17/2013
I’m writing early, as usual. Day two is proving more difficult. In spite of the Chantix and a 21 mg. patch, I’m Jonesing big time. nevertheless, I remain committed. Jig Zone Puzzle: Today’s took me...
View ArticleOur Fallen General
I trust you already know that, for the first time since Vietnam, a General officer has been killed in a war zone. From all accounts Major General Harold J Greene was an excellent, dedicated commander....
View ArticleOpen Thread–12/23/2014
I’m writing for tomorrow, day 48. In a little over an hour, my Broncos will begin their service in the Church of the Ellipsoid Orb, and I shall be in full meditation mode. Jig Zone Puzzle: Today’s...
View ArticleOn The Edge–11/17/2015
Yesterday was a much better day. I made four laps around the unit. My previous high was one lap. Short Takes: From Washington Post (Thanks to Judi Angel {aka JL A} for bringing the issue to my...
View ArticleOn the Edge–11/26/2015
Yesterday my first baby steps were most unsteady, and I would have nosedived without help. It was too late for the shower. I did most of my research last night, because I want to finish early. I...
View ArticleLast Week’s Delusional Republican Moments
Almost every week, Republicans join a competition to see who can say the most outlandish things, and in the process, they push the envelope on just how delusional InsaniTEA can become. I trust that...
View ArticleOpen Thread – 4/15/2017
This is my only article today. I’m still quite congested, and I suspect that a lot of it is seasonal allergy and I need to control it without an upper respiratory relapse. The rest of today’s free...
View ArticleOpen Thread – 4/16/2017
It’s a holiday and a Wendy day. I’m in a BIG hurry!! Jig Zone Puzzle: Today’s took me 3:44 (average 4:51). To do it, click here. How did you do? Short Takes: From Daily Kos: \Kim Jong Un is reported...
View ArticleTrump Shamed Us All!
Over the years, I have seen several US officials address the UN in times of crisis. Adlai Stevenson was brilliant during the Cuban Missile Crisis. There have been some black marks too, such as the...
View ArticleOpen Thread – 9/26/2017
The sun has returned, and it hit the wall this morning, so I had to button up and turn on the AC again. Starting tomorrow, we have a two day heat wave, but a couple 85° days is a lot more bearable...
View ArticleRepublicans on Parade – 10/8/2017
Here is the ninety-ninth article in our Republicans on Parade series, featuring individuals who personify what the Republican Party has become. Today’s honoree is Republican Bullshitologist Roger...
View ArticleOpen Thread – 1/12/2018
It’s another day with record high temperatures and 90%+ humidity. It looks like I’ll have to wait a week for seasonable weather to return and I slept poorly. Tomorrow and Sunday are High Holy days in...
View ArticleJust Who Is Rocket Man?
I have no doubt that you all remember how the world’s most bellicose and least competent world leader insulted fellow megalomaniac, Kim Jong Un by calling him Rocket Man. Trump did so in retaliation...
View ArticleThe Doomsday Appointment
When Resident Donald Trump, Fuhrer of the Republican Reich, appointed Mike Pompeo as Secretary of State, I called him a warmonger. Now, the Fuhrer is appointing a Republican to the post of National...
View ArticleOpen Thread – 4/7/2018
I’m still very tired. I woke up this morning and the temperature in my room was 85°. It was that way throughout the floor. It has cooled off, but I was miserable. I guess I still haven’t recovered...
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