Month: March 2011

What Passes for Debate

On the right, even across the Pond, somewhat reasonable essays are always ruined by loaded language. Americans understandably seek to define their president in American terms. But looking across from my side of the Atlantic,...

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Bachmann for President

Every day it seems like I read the stupidest thing I’ve ever read. Today is no exception. “Some aspects have to be traditional,” said the source close to [Michele] Bachmann. “You’ve got to have a...

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Friday Foto Flog

Welcome to Friday Foto Flogging, a place to share your photos and photography news. We were inspired by the folks at European Tribune who post a regular Friday Photoblog series to try the same on this side of the virtual...

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Something To Think About

When we accidentally kill the president of Afghanistan’s cousin, maybe we should take it as an omen that we’re not supposed to be in that country. I mean, if you’re into looking for signs, this could be one of...

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Republicans Go After Homeless Vets

Let me begin by stating the obvious. The deficit has nothing to do with this “brilliant” idea to cut the budget by House Republicans. What is it, you ask? Why it’s “supporting the troops” by cutting...

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