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( to america and back: a roadtrip )

Today, those in power in America who identify with the "right," with the conservative movement, are more or less running the country. Republicans control the White House, the House of Representatives, and now the Supreme Court. One of their widely-used tactics to gain support is "fear-mongering" - they invoke terror into the minds of American ( Read more... )

Guess who was arrested for prescription drug fraud today?!

Rush Limbaugh!

"Not Rush Limbaugh, the conservative talk-radio host who has repeatedly denounced drug culture, saying things like, 'Drug use, some might say, is destroying this country.' Surely you jest!" you exclaim, aghast ( Read more... )

Cheney's crowning acheivement during his (God forbid) eight-year run in the White House?: Shooting his friend in the face.

It's kind of a metaphor for Dick's relationship with America, isn't it?

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Sam Alito confirmed as new Supreme Court justice this morning. Choice promptly given an all-expenses-paid vacation to beautiful Guantanamo Bay.

Dubya gives his fifth State of the Union address in about an hour. Forseen on the agenda: Years-old proposals that are as yet unfulfilled; Brand new proposals that will go unfulfilled.
update// I was right ( Read more... )

So, let me get get this straight...

Conservatives push for the inclusion of religion in public schools. Liberals argue for the separation of church and state. Liberals offer bill promoting public school courses on "The Bible and it's Influence." Conservatives accuse liberals of exploiting religion.

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"According to some estimates, Iran is three to five years from developing the capability to produce nuclear weapons."Hey, if we attack now, in three to five years we can have destroyed their government, foundation, a few small cities and virtual way of life! Democracy inAction! High five ( Read more... )

Happy Roe v. Wade Day33 years ago, a decision was made that began a long and bitter battle between what America now knows as the Pro-Lifers and the Pro-Choicers. The Right and the Left. Jesusland and America ( Read more... )