Thursday, July 31, 2008
Oh Please! Let This Be Real!
Indeed... Worst Congress Ever!
It's Vacation Time, Baby!... Pelosi Adjourns House Without Addressing Gas Price Crunch.
At least they managed to apologize for slavery and Jim Crow before they left. I know how important and helpful that must be to the American people.
UPDATE: I think you will enjoy this.
What is the hold up? I hear the Dems are beholden to the Environmental Lobby, but if I start believing that I might seem like I am falling into conspiracy theories.
Right, Ka-pow?
At least they managed to apologize for slavery and Jim Crow before they left. I know how important and helpful that must be to the American people.
UPDATE: I think you will enjoy this.
What is the hold up? I hear the Dems are beholden to the Environmental Lobby, but if I start believing that I might seem like I am falling into conspiracy theories.
Right, Ka-pow?
Wow.
This is from the show wife swap. Apparently, this guy put his whole family on a raw food diet because his daughter was diagnosed with ADD, and this is what happened on the show. And it is hilarious. And disturbing.
Smoking Ban To Hit Portland In 2009
I see no chance that this will ever happen here.
Awesome!
I get totally geeked on stories like this.
I don't know why, but I when I read these types of articles, I always think of my favorite sci-fi moment.
I don't know why, but I when I read these types of articles, I always think of my favorite sci-fi moment.
Ha Ha!
With the Dem controlled congress having approval numbers 10-15 pts lower than Bush, many apologists didn't want to believe that the public was specifically targeting people like Pelosi and Reid, but that the public was upset with congress as a whole.
Ummmm... they might want to think again about that one.
Pelosis's book at #899 on list
UPDATE: Dropped to #926 and then to #1035
Ummmm... they might want to think again about that one.
Pelosis's book at #899 on list
UPDATE: Dropped to #926 and then to #1035
Obama's Corner
This is a man who just keeps on giving.
While the rest of the world is trying to figure out what to do about producing more energy, Obama "the wise" says all we have to do make more energy is to inflate our tires and get tune-ups regularly. Now I am not much of a gear head and so I will ask the Baron on this one. BVM, how does one get a tune-up with todays cars? Do they still check the points, adjust the valves, yadda yadda. Ya know, tune-up stuff. I am serious, is his solution really an answer?
I just can't believe it. I mean all that just sounds wrong in my ears.
Ok, moving on.
Racist Obama, "the whiner", pulls out the race card card... again.
You are right, Obama. You don't look anything like "all those presidents" on those dollar bills. BECAUSE YOU AREN'T GOD DAMN PRESIDENT YET! Fucking Dick Head!
UPDATE: One reason why Obama should pick Hillary as his runningmate.
While the rest of the world is trying to figure out what to do about producing more energy, Obama "the wise" says all we have to do make more energy is to inflate our tires and get tune-ups regularly. Now I am not much of a gear head and so I will ask the Baron on this one. BVM, how does one get a tune-up with todays cars? Do they still check the points, adjust the valves, yadda yadda. Ya know, tune-up stuff. I am serious, is his solution really an answer?
I just can't believe it. I mean all that just sounds wrong in my ears.
Ok, moving on.
Racist Obama, "the whiner", pulls out the race card card... again.
You are right, Obama. You don't look anything like "all those presidents" on those dollar bills. BECAUSE YOU AREN'T GOD DAMN PRESIDENT YET! Fucking Dick Head!
UPDATE: One reason why Obama should pick Hillary as his runningmate.
Wednesday, July 30, 2008
I Support This
Living with potheads all my life, I know how annoying they can be, but I do support Barney Frank on this one.
U.S. Casualties In July
11 U.S. fatalities are recorded in Iraq for the month of July, but 2 of those deaths were bodies found and 4 others were non-combat related. Leaving 5 combat deaths in the month of July 2008. 8 combat deaths was the lowest total before, which occured in May 2003.
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What's That?
Yep, I think I smell a new law brewing! A kid will probably have to die first, but it's only a matter of time.
Half-Blood Prince
For those of you concerned about how Dumbledore will be portrayed in the next flick then check this quote I got from wikipedia.
"After Rowling stated that Dumbledore is gay, Gambon had been "camping up" around the set when off camera while filming Half-Blood Prince. However, it is expected that his on-screen performance remains without any change from the previous films."
"After Rowling stated that Dumbledore is gay, Gambon had been "camping up" around the set when off camera while filming Half-Blood Prince. However, it is expected that his on-screen performance remains without any change from the previous films."
The Onion
Al Gore Places Infant Son In Rocket To Escape Dying Planet
An artists sketch depicting what the child should look like when all grows up.
(ok, ok, I know I've used that picture of Captain Planet before, but I couldn't resist)
Et Tu, Bushe?
Captain bailout strikes again. Though I have appreciated much of what this president has done, he is still a politician who spends waaaaayy too much and grows the govt.
California Holds "The Nanny State" Crown
It's official LA blocks new fast-food outlets from poor areas
Oh the irony in this lawsuit.
UPDATE: While L.A. says "no" to fast food, Fallujah says "Finger Lickin' Good"
Oh the irony in this lawsuit.
UPDATE: While L.A. says "no" to fast food, Fallujah says "Finger Lickin' Good"
Here It Comes?
Olmert may resign tonight.
That means there is going to be a new Prime Minister.
Netanyahu perhaps?
If so, remember when I posted this?
UPDATE: Obama may actually be onto something. Obama to House Dems: If Sanctions Fail, Israel Will Likely Strike Iran
UPDATE: Netanyahu not likely
That means there is going to be a new Prime Minister.
Netanyahu perhaps?
If so, remember when I posted this?
UPDATE: Obama may actually be onto something. Obama to House Dems: If Sanctions Fail, Israel Will Likely Strike Iran
UPDATE: Netanyahu not likely
Obama's Corner
I am now beginning to fully understand McCain's "Audacity of Hopelessness" slogan when talking about Obama. Just listen to Barack's words when talking about Iraq. Nothing but hopelessness and doom and gloom.
Thank God he was wrong. Way wrong!
UPDATE: Bush only served 7 1/2 of his 8 years as president. Obama finished off the rest.
UPDATE: SUV video
Thank God he was wrong. Way wrong!
UPDATE: Bush only served 7 1/2 of his 8 years as president. Obama finished off the rest.
UPDATE: SUV video
Aaaaaaaaaaaaaah!
We had an earthquake in Southern California yesterday. A 5.4. Not so big a deal. I didn't even realize it was an earthquake until somebody asked me if I felt it. I'm pretty used to them. The local media would like for me to panic more. I have yet to hear anyone blame this one on Garotzuva, but I'm sure it's coming.
Tuesday, July 29, 2008
I Am Making No Judgment Call
but Macmeda sent this.
Saul Hudson adds
Just three years ago, the Harper family was riding high. They were selected to be on Extreme Makeover, an all-volunteer effort where workers slave around the clock to turn a dilapidated shack into a glorious mansion in less than a week. And it didn't cost the family a thing. Now, they stand in horror as a bank tries to steal their house because the Harpers couldn't repay their debt.
Like many Americans at the height of the real estate bubble, the Harpers saw opportunity right beneath their feet. With their house as collateral, they took out a $450,000 loan to start a construction business. The Harpers banked on their celebrity to overshadow the fact that they couldn't even take care of their original house that was already built, let alone build an entire new house.
"So what if my house was literally falling apart, I don't know a thing about construction or running a business and the housing market was about to go into the crapper," Mr. Harper said. "What was I supposed to do, let my ATM, umm I mean, house just sit there with all that equity like some kind of chump? The house was nice and all, but it's all about how much cash you can take out these days."
The company failed shortly after it started and the Harpers stopped making payments on their loan. Now the bank plans to forclose. While the house may be gone, they are lucky enough to hang on to a few of the creature comforts that come with squeezing every ounce of equity from a house, including the luxury SUV that was leased through their now defunct construction company. But in addition to being victims of greedy banks, they are also being victimized by oil companies. "If it wasn't for those damn gas prices, we would still have that house," Mrs. Harper told CNN. "But at least we look important while we're driving around looking for places to rent. That's all that matters."
How Saul knows all this, I don't know, but it appears he is being tongue in cheek and that is all good.
Saul Hudson adds
Just three years ago, the Harper family was riding high. They were selected to be on Extreme Makeover, an all-volunteer effort where workers slave around the clock to turn a dilapidated shack into a glorious mansion in less than a week. And it didn't cost the family a thing. Now, they stand in horror as a bank tries to steal their house because the Harpers couldn't repay their debt.
Like many Americans at the height of the real estate bubble, the Harpers saw opportunity right beneath their feet. With their house as collateral, they took out a $450,000 loan to start a construction business. The Harpers banked on their celebrity to overshadow the fact that they couldn't even take care of their original house that was already built, let alone build an entire new house.
"So what if my house was literally falling apart, I don't know a thing about construction or running a business and the housing market was about to go into the crapper," Mr. Harper said. "What was I supposed to do, let my ATM, umm I mean, house just sit there with all that equity like some kind of chump? The house was nice and all, but it's all about how much cash you can take out these days."
The company failed shortly after it started and the Harpers stopped making payments on their loan. Now the bank plans to forclose. While the house may be gone, they are lucky enough to hang on to a few of the creature comforts that come with squeezing every ounce of equity from a house, including the luxury SUV that was leased through their now defunct construction company. But in addition to being victims of greedy banks, they are also being victimized by oil companies. "If it wasn't for those damn gas prices, we would still have that house," Mrs. Harper told CNN. "But at least we look important while we're driving around looking for places to rent. That's all that matters."
How Saul knows all this, I don't know, but it appears he is being tongue in cheek and that is all good.
Totally On My Bucket List
I know I have posted on this Virgin spacecraft before, but when US astronauts say stuff like this
"The private sector can go out and make money doing something that only governments now do. You really are going to see an expansion of the industry," Discovery commander Mark Kelly said.
Then of course I have to post on it again.
"The private sector can go out and make money doing something that only governments now do. You really are going to see an expansion of the industry," Discovery commander Mark Kelly said.
Then of course I have to post on it again.
Garotzuva Was A Racist
It was only a matter of time before some Dems combined their two favorite talking points. "victims of society" with "victims of climate."
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Money quote
“Though far less responsible for climate change, African-Americans are significantly more vulnerable to its effects than non-Hispanic whites,”
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Money quote
“Though far less responsible for climate change, African-Americans are significantly more vulnerable to its effects than non-Hispanic whites,”
What Do You Get
When you cross
Geddy Lee
w/ Jerry Seinfeld?
McCain's Dweebie VP Probable
Rick Ocasek... errr... I mean Tim Pawlenty
The Big Question Is...
..Who broke up with who?
After reading this, I say she broke up with him.
And don't any of you give me "it was mutual" bullshit. People just say that to make themselves feel better.
After reading this, I say she broke up with him.
And don't any of you give me "it was mutual" bullshit. People just say that to make themselves feel better.
Obama's Corner
I fill this blog up too much with Obama B.S. and it might be getting boring. So from now I am going to have an "Obama's Corner" each day and if you want to learn more about this lightweight, then scroll for updates.
Written by Amir Taheri
Maybe this is just heresay, but I believe it.
OBAMA CAMP LEAKED HIS WESTERN WALL NOTE TO THE PRESS!!
Don't know how accurate this is, but it is being talked about all over the intersphere. (Intersphere? I hope I made up a new word)
Forget about Obama being the miracle man, what about McCain? Down by just one? and the USA today gallup poll gave McCain +4 (he was -6 a month ago) amongst likely voters. He did it in the Republican primaries and he just might do it again.
Written by Amir Taheri
Maybe this is just heresay, but I believe it.
OBAMA CAMP LEAKED HIS WESTERN WALL NOTE TO THE PRESS!!
Don't know how accurate this is, but it is being talked about all over the intersphere. (Intersphere? I hope I made up a new word)
Forget about Obama being the miracle man, what about McCain? Down by just one? and the USA today gallup poll gave McCain +4 (he was -6 a month ago) amongst likely voters. He did it in the Republican primaries and he just might do it again.
Monday, July 28, 2008
OBAMAnable Snowjob
Stole these two videos from the people's cube.
They are not your typical political videos. Give em a chance to warm up and I think you will be happy that you did.
I don't know who the narrators are, or what their deal is, but they get pretty vicious.
part one
part two
Oliver Stone...
...continues to grasp desperately at remaining relevant. I will definitely camp out for this one.
Sunday, July 27, 2008
Oh. Well Good...
I can finally go ahead and kill myself.
Is the skater guy supposed to be Judd Nelson? Like, a Disney Judd Nelson? And did JC Penney forget that all those kids were stoned when they were dancing around in the library?
Is the skater guy supposed to be Judd Nelson? Like, a Disney Judd Nelson? And did JC Penney forget that all those kids were stoned when they were dancing around in the library?
Friday, July 25, 2008
McCain's Risky And Unconventional Strategy Paying Off
While Obama campaigns in Europe, McCain inches closer by campaigning in... anyone? anyone?
here
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He Ventured Forth To Bring Light To The World
British writer takes aim at Obama and hits a bullseye.
Here
UPDATE: Author reads his piece on FOX News
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UPDATE: Author reads his piece on FOX News
Rock Me Sexy Jesus
This video will not inspire. I almost feel bad posting it.
Featured in Hamlet 2 which comes out August 27th.
Featured in Hamlet 2 which comes out August 27th.
This Video Will Disturb You
I wonder if Eliza gets permission from school to go home for lunch.
Thursday, July 24, 2008
If They Were Designed At Different Time
Want to learn more then go here.
Stole this from Ace of Spades who is always up on the latest nerd news.
Stole this from Ace of Spades who is always up on the latest nerd news.
Stern Calls Democrats "Communists"
Well Duh, Howard. It's nice you finally got on board.
I have never taken what this guy says seriously, but maybe his listeners do.
I have never taken what this guy says seriously, but maybe his listeners do.
You'll Like This, Blogust
Another take on the media swarm surrounding Obama, neglecting McCain.
AAAAAAAHHH!!!!!
Goddamned AP is so in bed with the Dems that it makes me sick!
Read the title to their article.
GOP kills effort to release oil from US stockpile
What stockpile?
The Strategic Petroleum Reserve.
The Strategic Petroleum Reserve.
Fortunately the article does explain the GOP's position later in the article, but for people who skim, this is clearly designed to make it seem that the Dems want relief and the GOP doesn't. And in my bias, it is clearly the other way around.
UPDATE: Much better read.
Read the title to their article.
GOP kills effort to release oil from US stockpile
What stockpile?
The Strategic Petroleum Reserve.
The Strategic Petroleum Reserve.
Fortunately the article does explain the GOP's position later in the article, but for people who skim, this is clearly designed to make it seem that the Dems want relief and the GOP doesn't. And in my bias, it is clearly the other way around.
UPDATE: Much better read.
My Unapologetic And Obligatory "Obama Is Hitler/Anti-Christ" Post
Can anyone think of another time in history when 200,000 Germans gathered around to hear one man speak? Here is his rally - AP's version
Now for the anti-christ argument. Mabus, third anti-christ's name, is Obama and Bush together.
SPOOKY!!!!!
What does this all mean?
That it's time for some Megadeth
Freedom Score Of 35 Cities
From the Worse To Best.
Coming from Yellow Dancer's and Macmeda's favorite magazine.
It shouldn't shock you, MC, but the Reason has San Diego ranked #32 as the most meddlesome city.
Coming from Yellow Dancer's and Macmeda's favorite magazine.
It shouldn't shock you, MC, but the Reason has San Diego ranked #32 as the most meddlesome city.
Wednesday, July 23, 2008
Go Kimmy!
Here is the emailed story I received
The ex-cheerleader (age 19) in the picture was watching a road that led to a NATO military base when she observed a man digging by the road. She engaged the target, and she shot him. Turned out he was a bomb maker for the Taliban and he was burying an IED that was to be detonated when a US patrol walked by 30 minutes later. It would have certainly killed and wounded several soldiers.
The interesting fact of this story is the shot was measured at 725 yards. She shot him as he was bent over burying the bomb. The shot struck him in the butt blowing him
into the bomb which detonated. He was blown to pieces.
The Air Force made a motivational poster of her. Her name is Kimmy. To you, Kimmy, we say, HOO-AH! Thanks for your service. :-)
Fun With Numbers
Saw this and thought it was funny.
"The average pay for all 36 men on Obama's staff is $55,962 and the average pay for all 31 women is just $48,729.
By contrast, the average pay for all 16 men on McCain's staff is $56,628 and the average pay for all 30 women is $59,104"
Here
"The average pay for all 36 men on Obama's staff is $55,962 and the average pay for all 31 women is just $48,729.
By contrast, the average pay for all 16 men on McCain's staff is $56,628 and the average pay for all 30 women is $59,104"
Here
Tuesday, July 22, 2008
Innertubin' Down The Tigris And Euphrates
Iraq government beginning to promote tourism.
If you do plan on going
this is what you should expect to see there
Madrid Spain? Those deceivers! I want my money back. What about Baghdad?
If you do plan on going
this is what you should expect to see there
Madrid Spain? Those deceivers! I want my money back. What about Baghdad?
During Campaign Season?
Why would anyone want to report on McCain? Other than the fact that he just might be our next president.
Wait a minute, now I am talking crazy talk.
In Manchester last night, there was just one reporter and one photographer waiting for McCain as his plane -- a white, blue and gold Boeing 737-400 emblazoned with his campaign slogan, "Reform, Prosperity, Peace" -- touched down on the Wiggins Airways tarmac.
Wait a minute, now I am talking crazy talk.
In Manchester last night, there was just one reporter and one photographer waiting for McCain as his plane -- a white, blue and gold Boeing 737-400 emblazoned with his campaign slogan, "Reform, Prosperity, Peace" -- touched down on the Wiggins Airways tarmac.
Considering Recent Blogust Battles
It seems only fitting to post this.
I have said in the past that I find those insane radio shows that announce "1 out of 150 children will be diagnosed with autism" are just as crazy as the dyslexia scare in the 80's and the ADD, ADHD in the 90's. It is insesnsitive and inappropriate to poke fun at a child who has a disability like Savage is accused of doing, but I think it is even worse to misdiagnose a child with autism and then have them sent to a school for children with special needs rather than to a "regular" school.
I do believe there is an autism scare going on amongst parents these days and I also believe, like with dyslexia and ADD, it will be replaced with a new scare in the 2010's.
By the way, when you go to the link, read some of the comments. I think you might enjoy the debate.
I have said in the past that I find those insane radio shows that announce "1 out of 150 children will be diagnosed with autism" are just as crazy as the dyslexia scare in the 80's and the ADD, ADHD in the 90's. It is insesnsitive and inappropriate to poke fun at a child who has a disability like Savage is accused of doing, but I think it is even worse to misdiagnose a child with autism and then have them sent to a school for children with special needs rather than to a "regular" school.
I do believe there is an autism scare going on amongst parents these days and I also believe, like with dyslexia and ADD, it will be replaced with a new scare in the 2010's.
By the way, when you go to the link, read some of the comments. I think you might enjoy the debate.
Monday, July 21, 2008
Am I The Only One Who Finds These Photos Insulting?
I know, I know, Obama represents 1/2 the American people and the majority of anti-war Americans and he is an American politician who needed to make the trip and who has now made the trip, who went to Iraq not because of McCain's urging, but because he might be our next president. (God help us) He had to do it and he did it. And that is all good.
But still... I just get this teeth grinding sensation when I look at these photos.
Is it just me?
Tour Of Duty?
The top three MSM news anchormen have joined Obama on his trip to Iraq and NBC now seems to be giving Obama military credentials by referring to his Iraq visit as a 'Tour Of Duty.'
Woman, Do My Dishes!!!
In order to be more culturally sensitive, team Obama issues dress code for female reporters.
Hotair makes an oustanding point when they write...
"...wouldn’t women traveling to the Middle East already understand at least some of this, especially the journalists? This gives more than just a faint whiff of paternalism, lecturing professionals about how they should comport themselves. All appearances to the contrary, the media entourage does not work for Team Obama. One might think that the women of the press would get offended by treating them like schoolchildren or idiots."
This site has some great fashion tips for women reporters.
Friday, July 18, 2008
Very Entertaining Read
Charles Krauthammer brings down the... ummm.... hammer on Obama.
Corn-Fed U.S. Military?
I wish our society had a strict moral code that prohibited the authorities from searching me or making me feel bad. I'd be able to live a much cushier lifestyle, what with all the crime. Try not to claw your eyes out.
Thursday, July 17, 2008
Al Gore Is A Retard.
Here's the whole article. Here's my favorite leap:
Gore called on the country to produce all of its electricity from renewable and carbon-free sources in 10 years, a goal he compared to President Kennedy's challenge for the country to put a man on the moon in the 1960s.
Practically the same thing.
Update: A much more thorough accent here, where he also compares his energy plan to the interstate freeway system and social security. There's two projects that involved a whole lot of foresight for ya. I'm going to donate the first $trillion right now!
Gore called on the country to produce all of its electricity from renewable and carbon-free sources in 10 years, a goal he compared to President Kennedy's challenge for the country to put a man on the moon in the 1960s.
Practically the same thing.
Update: A much more thorough accent here, where he also compares his energy plan to the interstate freeway system and social security. There's two projects that involved a whole lot of foresight for ya. I'm going to donate the first $trillion right now!
Trying To Figure This Whole "Oil Speculator" Thing Out
I have read in the past that everytime Iran shoots off a missile or threatens to push Israel into the sea, the pice of oil goes up.
Recently, some dude over Pat Dollard, as well as, Hot Air claimed that oil dropped a record $9.00 due to Bush lifting the Executive ban.
Now the Fed has freed up 4 million acres in Alaska. Will it have an impact on the price of oil, or is this all B.S. and nobody really knows what is going on? Namely, me.
Recently, some dude over Pat Dollard, as well as, Hot Air claimed that oil dropped a record $9.00 due to Bush lifting the Executive ban.
Now the Fed has freed up 4 million acres in Alaska. Will it have an impact on the price of oil, or is this all B.S. and nobody really knows what is going on? Namely, me.
Wednesday, July 16, 2008
Kid Opera Singers, Starring: Girl From Britain's Got Talent And Alfalfa
12 yr old girl brings a tear to me eye. Arrrrgghh!
Balls need to drop, Matie!
Balls need to drop, Matie!
Tuesday, July 15, 2008
How Do You Spell Portland, Oregon?
B-I-C-Y-C-L-E, S-U-B-A-R-U
Here is the money quote
"But McAtee got in front of the Subaru and repeatedly struck the vehicle with his bike, Yates said."
My roommate told me about this story a few days ago and I just found it. As I have said before, cyclists are everywhere in this town and run ins are not unusual. (although, beating someone with a bike seems rather odd)
Even I had to deal with a "bicycle/car" situation when a cyclist, who was riding my tailpipe, rolled over the back of my car when I came to a stop.
But it doesn't end there. Just last week I saw this woman driver cussing out a cyclist riding down the road and let me tell you, there was serious venom.
Even my roommate had a little fun one night as he tailgated two cyclists while screaming "Hey Fixie!" out his sunroof. Literally! Stuck his head through the sunroof and yelled at them all while driving. It was Awesome!
Cheers to you Fellow ex-Jara's Patron.
Solution: Offshore Drilling! :-)
UPDATE: Looks as though Portland isn't alone
Here is the money quote
"But McAtee got in front of the Subaru and repeatedly struck the vehicle with his bike, Yates said."
My roommate told me about this story a few days ago and I just found it. As I have said before, cyclists are everywhere in this town and run ins are not unusual. (although, beating someone with a bike seems rather odd)
Even I had to deal with a "bicycle/car" situation when a cyclist, who was riding my tailpipe, rolled over the back of my car when I came to a stop.
But it doesn't end there. Just last week I saw this woman driver cussing out a cyclist riding down the road and let me tell you, there was serious venom.
Even my roommate had a little fun one night as he tailgated two cyclists while screaming "Hey Fixie!" out his sunroof. Literally! Stuck his head through the sunroof and yelled at them all while driving. It was Awesome!
Cheers to you Fellow ex-Jara's Patron.
Solution: Offshore Drilling! :-)
UPDATE: Looks as though Portland isn't alone
Monday, July 14, 2008
Interesting POV
I've surfed in Santa Barbara. Afterwards you are covered with oil spots on you and your board. Because of my biased schooling, I always thought it was from oil rigs. But then local surfers told me "Nope, its all natual". Which made more sense to me. If there's oil in that area, then the pressure of the earth pushing down on it might make it seep through cracks. It was then that I really started to change my opinion on offshore drilling.
This is an interesting discussion. Dirty ol' Mother Earth polluting herself...
This is an interesting discussion. Dirty ol' Mother Earth polluting herself...
Big Deal.
This might actually be a big deal...if anybody actually read The New Yorker.
Also, it seems a bit staged to me. Of course, I am a bit of a conspiracy guy.
Also, it seems a bit staged to me. Of course, I am a bit of a conspiracy guy.
My Two Cents
On Nancy Pelousy's response
"Once again, the oilman in the White House is echoing the demands of Big Oil."
Also says "same companies that are sitting on nearly 68 million acres of public lands and coastal areas."
Promoting once again that Bush can't be trusted, big companies and capitalism can't be trusted and that greed needs to be legislated. But what Pelousy isn't yelling nearly as loud, this is leased land the oil companies are sitting on. Not only is it leased, but still foreign. In other words, the land was leased so that it could be explored.
Oil companies, like all companies, use profits to not only fill their "big fat pockets", (as the dems would want you to believe) but also for research and finding where to drill in order to make their pockets even fatter. That is the beauty of greed. (by the way, remember that oil companies get 4% in profit while the govt. gets 15%)
What is most important to remember is that though Oil companies lease the land, it doesn't mean the land will yield oil. Now or ever. The oil has to be found first and if it is found, the technology has to be made available to pull it out of the ground, thus making oil profits very important.
What Pelosi's statements are designed to do is to make us believe that oil companies are intentionally sitting on fruitful and oil rich land and are greedily holding onto it in order to keep the price of gas up to maintain record profits and are now after our pristine wildlife.
But I ask you this, if the oil companies are turning oil rich fields into idle land in order to keep prices up, then why were oil companies drilling more, refining more, researching more in the 1980's (before heavy govt. crackdown) when the price of gas was only $0.80 a gallon?
"Once again, the oilman in the White House is echoing the demands of Big Oil."
Also says "same companies that are sitting on nearly 68 million acres of public lands and coastal areas."
Promoting once again that Bush can't be trusted, big companies and capitalism can't be trusted and that greed needs to be legislated. But what Pelousy isn't yelling nearly as loud, this is leased land the oil companies are sitting on. Not only is it leased, but still foreign. In other words, the land was leased so that it could be explored.
Oil companies, like all companies, use profits to not only fill their "big fat pockets", (as the dems would want you to believe) but also for research and finding where to drill in order to make their pockets even fatter. That is the beauty of greed. (by the way, remember that oil companies get 4% in profit while the govt. gets 15%)
What is most important to remember is that though Oil companies lease the land, it doesn't mean the land will yield oil. Now or ever. The oil has to be found first and if it is found, the technology has to be made available to pull it out of the ground, thus making oil profits very important.
What Pelosi's statements are designed to do is to make us believe that oil companies are intentionally sitting on fruitful and oil rich land and are greedily holding onto it in order to keep the price of gas up to maintain record profits and are now after our pristine wildlife.
But I ask you this, if the oil companies are turning oil rich fields into idle land in order to keep prices up, then why were oil companies drilling more, refining more, researching more in the 1980's (before heavy govt. crackdown) when the price of gas was only $0.80 a gallon?
Maliki Never Asked For A Timetable
A week ago, the Iraqi PM asked for a timetable for a U.S. withdrawal from Iraq, or did he?
Here is the quote
"the direction is towards either a memorandum of understanding on their evacuation, or a memorandum of understanding on a timetable for their withdrawal".
Now it turns out that this is what he really said.
"The direction is towards either a memorandum of understanding on their evacuation, or a memorandum of understanding on programming their presence."
Here is the reason for the mistake.
Mr Maliki's own office had inserted the word "withdrawal" in the written version, replacing the word "presence".
Here is the quote
"the direction is towards either a memorandum of understanding on their evacuation, or a memorandum of understanding on a timetable for their withdrawal".
Now it turns out that this is what he really said.
"The direction is towards either a memorandum of understanding on their evacuation, or a memorandum of understanding on programming their presence."
Here is the reason for the mistake.
Mr Maliki's own office had inserted the word "withdrawal" in the written version, replacing the word "presence".
Greatest Rock Video Ever
I don't know if this is to honor Gorbachov or what, but it sure is entertaining.
GORBACHOV: THE MUSIC VIDEO - BIGGER AND RUSSIANER from Tom Stern on Vimeo.
GORBACHOV: THE MUSIC VIDEO - BIGGER AND RUSSIANER from Tom Stern on Vimeo.
Somalians Weren't Responsible For "Black Hawk Down"...
It was Global Warming.
Good thing Garotzuva is now dead. We can avoid disasters like this in the future and not go blaming it on the poor defensless Somalians for killing Americans, since they were only doing it for the food, or blame it on St. Clinton for retreating.
Good thing Garotzuva is now dead. We can avoid disasters like this in the future and not go blaming it on the poor defensless Somalians for killing Americans, since they were only doing it for the food, or blame it on St. Clinton for retreating.
Ball In Dems Court
Bush will lift executive ban on offshore drilling. If the Dem congress follows suit, one will wonder if their is anything he can't do. For better or worse, Bush gets what he wants, even with a Dem majority. Except of course, Social Security reform and Harriet Miers.
Not bad for a lame duck president.
Not bad for a lame duck president.
Sunday, July 13, 2008
Friday, July 11, 2008
Hoooorrrraaaayyyy!!!
Garotzuva is dead!!!
Man, am I glad that's over. I don't know how we ever got through that. (sniff) Oh my God... I am starting to tear up. (chest heave) I just want... (sniff, sniff) I just want to say, that I love you all so very much and that... and that... Oh God, I am sorry to get mushy.... but I am just so relieved... I'm just so happy. Just so happy to be alive, OK!? Just so damned happy to be alive... (sob, sob, sob)
Man, am I glad that's over. I don't know how we ever got through that. (sniff) Oh my God... I am starting to tear up. (chest heave) I just want... (sniff, sniff) I just want to say, that I love you all so very much and that... and that... Oh God, I am sorry to get mushy.... but I am just so relieved... I'm just so happy. Just so happy to be alive, OK!? Just so damned happy to be alive... (sob, sob, sob)
The Police And Elvis Costello...
Are playing in Vancouver, WA. tonight. So this is for the roommate and his girlfriend. Have fun!
The Darkness - Friday Night
Probably will cut out early.
Have a good Friday.
Have a good Friday.
Carcharadon Carcharius
I have seen a ton of different spellings of that name, but however you spell it, it only means one thing.
THE MOST EVIL S.O.B. ON THE PLANET!
I only posted this for two reasons:
1.) Because they give me a heart attack
2.) I wanted to give Maximum Colossus and Yellow Dancer a heart attack
China Takes Dog Off The Menu For Olympics
In a major push to hide who they are and what they stand for, the Chinese government has now taken dog off the menu for the Olympics.
Am I the only person who finds this whole Chinese Olympic circus a complete and total joke?
No fireworks, no spitting, no driving on certain days, and on and on and on...
What are they so ashamed of?
UPDATE: On second thought, maybe they aren't hiding who they are. Maybe they are showing the rest of the world exactly what they believe in. And that is, the Chinese Government is a bunch of control freaks.
WARNING: Do not click this image if you are a dog lover.
Am I the only person who finds this whole Chinese Olympic circus a complete and total joke?
No fireworks, no spitting, no driving on certain days, and on and on and on...
What are they so ashamed of?
UPDATE: On second thought, maybe they aren't hiding who they are. Maybe they are showing the rest of the world exactly what they believe in. And that is, the Chinese Government is a bunch of control freaks.
WARNING: Do not click this image if you are a dog lover.
Thursday, July 10, 2008
King Khan And The Shrines
Going to see King Khan and the Shrines this Saturday and I am totally geeked about it.
I would post a video, but they are all live and so they all have sucky sound quality.
So go to their homepage to have a listen.
I would post a video, but they are all live and so they all have sucky sound quality.
So go to their homepage to have a listen.
Or click this mp3.
Oh and this one.
Political T-Shirts
Here are a few of my favorite politcal t-shirts.
But the best one by far is this one below and it isn't even supposed to be funny.
Read here to get the story behind the t-shirt. You wont believe the arrogance.
Europe's Lack Of Pollution Leading To Warming
Ya know, cause the skies are all clean and more sunlight is getting in.
Here
Here
More Regulaton Is The Answer #2
I'm so confused as to how the people who are key to running one of the most powerful capitalist systems don't understand that certain businesses failing is a natural part of that system.
Bush Gives The Finger To Garotzuva
Well, sorta. Still, here is another reason why he is the man.
UPDATE: He is definitely much cooler than these two. Warning, this article might annoy you. Don't get me wrong, garden enthusiasts and people coming up with new ways to save money are alright by me. But the fact that it all centers around "carbon footprint" well it just makes me... ummm... sorta sick. I don't know why, but it does.
UPDATE: He is definitely much cooler than these two. Warning, this article might annoy you. Don't get me wrong, garden enthusiasts and people coming up with new ways to save money are alright by me. But the fact that it all centers around "carbon footprint" well it just makes me... ummm... sorta sick. I don't know why, but it does.
Wednesday, July 09, 2008
More Regulation Is The Answer
I got this strange email from Hawaiian Airlines today. I disagree overall with their argument. Regulation is a 4 letter word no matter how you spell it. Speculators offer us insight to the future price and demand of oil. They spend lots of time and money doing research. They provide a valuable crystal ball as to our world's needs. Yes, they may be partially responsible for the price, but this letter does not address the simple world demand for oil versus supply.
Why spend time regulating and creating yet more government when removing government regulations would foster more competition, more exploration, and more supply of oil and other energy sources.
Finally, I'm sure the airliines try to fight regulation of their industry at every turn, yet here they are turning speculators into these evil people who need to be regulated.
Why spend time regulating and creating yet more government when removing government regulations would foster more competition, more exploration, and more supply of oil and other energy sources.
Finally, I'm sure the airliines try to fight regulation of their industry at every turn, yet here they are turning speculators into these evil people who need to be regulated.
A European Muslim Praises...
Our President.
In his article, he reminds us all of the wonderful Bushisms we were able to enjoy the last 7 1/2 years. And in my opinion, no one captured the essence of those isms better than Frank Caliendo.
Just saw this video last night and thought it was great.
In his article, he reminds us all of the wonderful Bushisms we were able to enjoy the last 7 1/2 years. And in my opinion, no one captured the essence of those isms better than Frank Caliendo.
Just saw this video last night and thought it was great.
Gotta Love Merkel
Despite the media trying to use these images to show Merkel's disgust for Bush and to show how inappropriate of a man he is, the truth is, the two get along very well and Germany has been a much better ally to the U.S. since Merkel beat Schroeder out of office.
As for Obama, who knows how they will get along if he becomes president (God Forbid), but she does find this inappropriate.
As for Obama, who knows how they will get along if he becomes president (God Forbid), but she does find this inappropriate.
Batman Sript...
If Michael Bay were to write it.
pretty funny stuff
pretty funny stuff
Tuesday, July 08, 2008
Is This Racist?
Or smart business?
I say smart business, but what do I know. I agree that if the shoe was on the other foot then there would be an uproar amongst the Al Sharpton types, but then again, if the shoe was on the other foot, I would think it was smart business then too.
I have no problems with African-Americans voting for Obama just because he is black. Just like I have no problems with liberal white guilt college kids voting for Obama just because he is black.
I say smart business, but what do I know. I agree that if the shoe was on the other foot then there would be an uproar amongst the Al Sharpton types, but then again, if the shoe was on the other foot, I would think it was smart business then too.
I have no problems with African-Americans voting for Obama just because he is black. Just like I have no problems with liberal white guilt college kids voting for Obama just because he is black.
Monday, July 07, 2008
Tofu Makes You Stupid
I think this is B.S., but I had to post it anyway.
Last Stand?
For those who haven't been following, Mosul is about to fall out of the hands of AQI. By all accounts, operation Lion's Roar has been a whopper of a victory for U.S. and Iraqi forces.
Over at Hotair they have this quote.
"The American commander in the region, Gen. Mark Hertling, calls it “the irreversible point”".
But don't expect the MSM to give you any info on this stunning victory.
Last but not least, here is the best news of them all.
Only one U.S. death in Iraq so far this month and it was non-combat related.
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I don't know what is more baffling about this ad, the item itself, or the "Engrish" description.
"This heat which continues still. Especially, because the white-collar worker has done the necktie, the wind being difficult to enter in the body, all the more it is hot, it is, don't you think?.
Such a time, just a little it is introduction of the cool item. Because the USB necktie cooler, when you connect with USB of the personal computer, the fan of built-in turning, sends the air facing toward the neck origin, it makes cool slightly, it is.
Now, pass also while working to be cool the [chi] [ya] it is comfortably!"
"This heat which continues still. Especially, because the white-collar worker has done the necktie, the wind being difficult to enter in the body, all the more it is hot, it is, don't you think?.
Such a time, just a little it is introduction of the cool item. Because the USB necktie cooler, when you connect with USB of the personal computer, the fan of built-in turning, sends the air facing toward the neck origin, it makes cool slightly, it is.
Now, pass also while working to be cool the [chi] [ya] it is comfortably!"
Americans No Longer Most Obnoxious Tourists
Here you go
It's funny, I guess it is OK to be racist just as long as you attach "tourist" to the end of your racist comments.
Let's try it. Instead of
"the French are now considered the most obnoxious tourists from European nations, and behind only Indians and the last-place Chinese as the worst among all countries worldwide. And it's not only the rest of the world that have a gripe with the Gallic attitude"
We'll do this.
the Fuckin' Frog Tourists are now considered the most asshole-like tourists from European nations, and behind only Dotted Haji Tourist Mother Fuckers and the last-place Chink Me Hung Low Tourists as the worst among all countries worldwide. And it's not only the rest of the world that have a gripe with the Alchy Mic attitude...ummm ...Tourist.
It's funny, I guess it is OK to be racist just as long as you attach "tourist" to the end of your racist comments.
Let's try it. Instead of
"the French are now considered the most obnoxious tourists from European nations, and behind only Indians and the last-place Chinese as the worst among all countries worldwide. And it's not only the rest of the world that have a gripe with the Gallic attitude"
We'll do this.
the Fuckin' Frog Tourists are now considered the most asshole-like tourists from European nations, and behind only Dotted Haji Tourist Mother Fuckers and the last-place Chink Me Hung Low Tourists as the worst among all countries worldwide. And it's not only the rest of the world that have a gripe with the Alchy Mic attitude...ummm ...Tourist.
Obama Thong
From the Designer “Barack Obama 08! Wear your support for Senator Obama on your, hm, er, yes, well. Pro-Obama thong undies, made ethically in the USA.”
Panty-minimalists love our casual thong that covers sweet spots without covering your assets; putting an end to panty-lines. This under-goodie is "outta sight" in low-rise pants. Toss these message panties onstage at your favorite rock star or share a surprise message with someone special ... later.
Panty-minimalists love our casual thong that covers sweet spots without covering your assets; putting an end to panty-lines. This under-goodie is "outta sight" in low-rise pants. Toss these message panties onstage at your favorite rock star or share a surprise message with someone special ... later.
Outstanding, CNN
Here's the story.
Here's the headline that links to it:
Here's the headline that links to it:
Climate change makes island kids bony, stunted
It's a smart choice to go to climate change over Global Warming. Climate change can actually mean anything. I wonder if this island ever went through any other periods of climate change?Wednesday, July 02, 2008
Very, Very, Funny Reading
Need somethin' to brighten your day? Well look no further than this (epic nerd battle waged)
One of the writers over at Ace Of Spade posted this and her take was hilarious.
One of the writers over at Ace Of Spade posted this and her take was hilarious.
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