Monthly Archives: December 2009
Newt Gingrich Finds Tea Party Tactics Irresistible
In 1995, Gingrich and the GOP house majority decided to slow the rate of spending by slowing down the budget process. “Gingrich allowed previously approved appropriations to expire on schedule, thus allowing parts of the Federal government to shut down
Newt Gingrich Finds Tea Party Tactics Irresistible
In 1995, Gingrich and the GOP house majority decided to slow the rate of spending by slowing down the budget process. “Gingrich allowed previously approved appropriations to expire on schedule, thus allowing parts of the Federal government to shut down
Former Romney spokesman Kevin Madden. Think Hawaii
One of the GOP yarn highlights yesterday morning was suggesting that President Obama being on vacation in Hawaii is quite different than vacationing in Texas. Big “D” (Dallas) just got demoted along with everyone else in the state of Texas.
Former Romney spokesman Kevin Madden. Think Hawaii
One of the GOP yarn highlights yesterday morning was suggesting that President Obama being on vacation in Hawaii is quite different than vacationing in Texas. Big “D” (Dallas) just got demoted along with everyone else in the state of Texas.
Are Too Many People Going to College?
On November, 8th, The Chronicle Review posed the question, “Are too many people going to college,” noting that: “With student debt rising and more of those enrolled failing to graduate in four years, there is a growing sentiment that college
Are Too Many People Going to College?
On November, 8th, The Chronicle Review posed the question, “Are too many people going to college,” noting that: “With student debt rising and more of those enrolled failing to graduate in four years, there is a growing sentiment that college
When Worlds Collide: Cheney on President Obama’s Awareness of War
Yesterday, Dick Cheney joined with the rest of the party of no, attempting to spin their current yarn that the President is not responding as he should to the most recent Christmas Day bombing attack. As usual, Cheney went overboard:
When Worlds Collide: Cheney on President Obama’s Awareness of War
Yesterday, Dick Cheney joined with the rest of the party of no, attempting to spin their current yarn that the President is not responding as he should to the most recent Christmas Day bombing attack. As usual, Cheney went overboard:
OMG President Appears in Public Not Wearing a Tie!
For those who, like me, live in an “all-season” climate, we love a good yarn to chew on during the winter months. Walk in the door at our local diner and one is greeted with, “Did ya here?,” which is
OMG President Appears in Public Not Wearing a Tie!
For those who, like me, live in an “all-season” climate, we love a good yarn to chew on during the winter months. Walk in the door at our local diner and one is greeted with, “Did ya here?,” which is
Party of No Cries “Torture Him”
What is up with Pat Buchanan and the rest of the party of no? Have we not learned our lesson with what the past administration did – especially Dick (Darth Vader) Cheney – on torture? Is not Guantanamo Bay a
Party of No Cries “Torture Him”
What is up with Pat Buchanan and the rest of the party of no? Have we not learned our lesson with what the past administration did – especially Dick (Darth Vader) Cheney – on torture? Is not Guantanamo Bay a
Jennifer’s Story today. Someone Else’s Story Tomorrow.
My last post, I shared the struggle of Jennifer Jones Austin and her quest for a bone marrow transplant. Meet Jennifer and hear her story first-hand.
Jennifer’s Story today. Someone Else’s Story Tomorrow.
My last post, I shared the struggle of Jennifer Jones Austin and her quest for a bone marrow transplant. Meet Jennifer and hear her story first-hand.
It takes only 5 minutes to register with the National Marrow Donor Registry
This morning on the way into the office, I passed by the security desk and from the corner of my eye caught the image of a beautiful, African-American young woman on the front page of a local newspaper and above
It takes only 5 minutes to register with the National Marrow Donor Registry
This morning on the way into the office, I passed by the security desk and from the corner of my eye caught the image of a beautiful, African-American young woman on the front page of a local newspaper and above
US Conference of Mayors Report on Hunger and Homelessness
Earlier this month, the US Conference of Mayors released their 23rd annual report on hunger and homelessness (27 city survey). Something we should all be alarmed about is that the report shows on average a 26 percent increase in hunger
US Conference of Mayors Report on Hunger and Homelessness
Earlier this month, the US Conference of Mayors released their 23rd annual report on hunger and homelessness (27 city survey). Something we should all be alarmed about is that the report shows on average a 26 percent increase in hunger
More Pros/Cons of Health Care Reform Legislation
This is the first time in our nation’s history that both the House and Senate have passed proposed legislation to fix our health care system. This is a chance of a lifetime and the Fat Lady, however weary, is still
More Pros/Cons of Health Care Reform Legislation
This is the first time in our nation’s history that both the House and Senate have passed proposed legislation to fix our health care system. This is a chance of a lifetime and the Fat Lady, however weary, is still
New Year’s Resolution: Reverse Climate Destruction
A Message from Repower America We have to come out of the gate in 2010 by sending a clear message — that the vast majority of Americans are prepared to press our leaders for immediate action to solve the climate
New Year’s Resolution: Reverse Climate Destruction
A Message from Repower America We have to come out of the gate in 2010 by sending a clear message — that the vast majority of Americans are prepared to press our leaders for immediate action to solve the climate
Environmental Justice As Economic Diversity
“Environmental Justice as Economic Diversity” is the slogan for an emerging coalition of civil rights, environmental, developmental, educational, and faith-based organizations and individuals with an evolving goal to use the rich natural and cultural resources of Southeastern Connecticut as a
Environmental Justice As Economic Diversity
“Environmental Justice as Economic Diversity” is the slogan for an emerging coalition of civil rights, environmental, developmental, educational, and faith-based organizations and individuals with an evolving goal to use the rich natural and cultural resources of Southeastern Connecticut as a
Health Reform will Benefit All; even those Opposed
One way to tell if something is right for the people is when it benefits all of the people; starting with those who need it the most. For sure, we all wish there was much more in the current proposed
Health Reform will Benefit All; even those Opposed
One way to tell if something is right for the people is when it benefits all of the people; starting with those who need it the most. For sure, we all wish there was much more in the current proposed
The Spammer. Who is on First?
Isn’t blogging grand? What a great way to share conversation, thoughts and ideas. Do we have to agree on everything?Hopefully not. Otherwise, we could all just find a mirror and talk to ourselves. What we hope for is that the
The Spammer. Who is on First?
Isn’t blogging grand? What a great way to share conversation, thoughts and ideas. Do we have to agree on everything?Hopefully not. Otherwise, we could all just find a mirror and talk to ourselves. What we hope for is that the
Feeding Connecticut’s Hungry, Ticks, Deforestation and Deer.
In mid-November, U.S. Department of Agriculture released its annual, national hunger survey stating that 49 million Americans struggle with hunger. What is alarming is that this was the highest number since the USDA started its national hunger survey in
Feeding Connecticut’s Hungry, Ticks, Deforestation and Deer.
In mid-November, U.S. Department of Agriculture released its annual, national hunger survey stating that 49 million Americans struggle with hunger. What is alarming is that this was the highest number since the USDA started its national hunger survey in
Connecticut’s Homeless.
I have a friend who once lived along an affluent shoreline in a lovely home and all was good. The relationship soured, the economy plummeted and life has become a struggle to find housing, to find employment. Connecticut, often considered
Connecticut’s Homeless.
I have a friend who once lived along an affluent shoreline in a lovely home and all was good. The relationship soured, the economy plummeted and life has become a struggle to find housing, to find employment. Connecticut, often considered
Recent Comments