tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-45665070167328169692011-11-27T19:05:45.726-05:00Our Thoughts, Opinions, and Takes on whats going on in the world.Mr. Younghttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13609899350017700880noreply@blogger.comBlogger691100tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4566507016732816969.post-71051955028253411722010-07-30T20:27:00.005-04:002011-03-17T03:25:02.268-04:00

What a glorious week of unabashed obstruction for the GOP. Senate Republicans, through the use of the filibuster, blocked aid for struggling small businesses and campaign finance reform. House Republicans blocked medical help for 9/11 emergency responders, despite the fact that 900 have since died, and thousands more are sick. Mitch McConnell and John Boehner must be so proud of themselves.

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Paul Rosenburg with the Open Left Blog has written what I find to be an interesting take on "making policy from the bench." With no further delay a quote and a link.Faces? Vases? The answer, of course, is both. But what if that option is not available? What if you have to choose? There is nothing in the picture itself that definitively tells you it's one and not the other. Whatever you

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David Poythress, the General, a great man and hopefully the next Governor of the Great State of Georgia.This is who I am supporting and this video is a stirring response to this Republican secession mess.The Democratic Candidates for GovernorThurbert Baker (D) - Attorney General & Ex-State Rep. DuBose Porter (D) - State House Minority Leader,

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So more evidence that Sonny Perdue is driving Handel's Campaign Bus....I need a fact check on this video...especially the parts where she claims to have saved the tax payers $100 million in Fulton County, and that SHE masterminded Jackie Barret's demise. Also last time I checked Fulton County doesn't have a CEO, It has a chairman/chairwoman (Part-time job vs full-time CEO). Oh, and about that

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Does anyone want let the man make a point?!Video from Talking Points Memo TV

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From Some Guy with a Websitevia Huffington Post

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The Democratic Senatorial Campaign Committee has released a new ad entitled "Wrecking Ball"

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Here's an interesting video with an answer.A look inside hedge funds from Marketplace on Vimeo.

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Robert Reich, former Secretary of Labor and economic adviser to President Obama, says it's a Depression.Here's His Post From Talking Points Memo.And Here it is on Blogger.It's a Depression Robert Reich's BlogApril 3, 2009, 9:51AM By Robert ReichThe March employment numbers, out this morning, are bleak: 8.5 percent of Americans officially unemployed, 663,000 more jobs lost. But if you include

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The left is mad at VA Governor Tim Kaine. What are they mad at? They are mad that the Gov and DNC Chair allowed Pro-Life advocates to have a "choose life" license plate.If Kaine were merely the governor of the Old Dominion, the move might have been less notable. Kaine—a Catholic who says he is personally opposed to abortion but pledged to leave the right to choose intact—won office in Virginia

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Well, folks, they've finally done it. The GOP has finally managed to create a federal budget that doesn't contain one single dollar amount. I guess that sure beats the heck out of that "overambitious" $3.6 trillion budget President Obama's administration proposed. I mean, it makes so much sense. If you want to get rid of "big spending" in government, just don't budget any money, right?http://

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I am a fan of Roy Barnes.In his four years he managed to get more accomplished than Sonny Perdue in his eight. While Sonny has been a good governor, he would not have had that opportunity had Barnes not rubbed some groups the wrong way, mainly teachers, but also the state flag was a mess in general.But now I don't need Roy Barnes to run for Governor. I need him to run for the U.S. Senate. No

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(AP Photos/Stanley Leary)It was a star-studded event at Morehouse College yesterday, headlined by Attorney General Eric Holder. The AG along with Atlanta Mayor Shirley Franklin, Amb. Andrew Young, Rev. Joseph Lowery and the family of civil rights pioneer Vivian Malone Jones gathered at Morehouse to honor the late Vivian Malone Jones and unveil a portrait of her.More on AG Holder and the portrait

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Its been awhile but the blog is going through changes....major changes...we'll be back soon

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THE NEW YORK TIMESOp-Ed ContributorThe Climate for Change By AL GORE Published: November 9, 2008 The inspiring and transformative choice by the American people to elect Barack Obama as our 44th president lays the foundation for another fateful choice that he -- and we -- must make this January to begin an emergency rescue of human civilization from the imminent and rapidly growing threat posed

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World Reaction to Obama VictoryHere is President-Elect Barack Obama's Victory Speech

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Our Top Priority has to be the Georgia senate seat. Jim Martin has released the first ad of the run off, declaring America is Back!There is another Ad in the works yet to be sent to TV that attacks Chambliss' Shameless treatment of a whistle blower involved with the events surrounding the Savannah Sugar Refinery Explosion.Currently Democrats hold 57 Senate Seats, with Oregon being called today

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My friends,We did it. President-Elect Barack Obama will lead this nation.However, there is hard work ahead. We have to change the way we do things. We must push our Government and push ourselves to make change happen. As a Democrat I have to keep Dems on their toes. We must push energy plans like the Pickens Plan and the WE campaign. We cannot take a back seat.In Georgia we have work to do.

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My friends we have reached judgment day. I implore all of you to go and vote, if you have not done so already. Today, we look forward to a better America and a better world.May God Bless America

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Friends, VoteVets.org has released a new anti-Shameless add and it is powerful.Also the Georgia Senate Race has been heating up nicely....you should vote early...tons of our neighbors have...Alaska Sen. Ted Stevens has been convicted, now to see what the punishment will be.Vote Early, Vote Blue!

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The Jim for Georgia Campaign has released a new ad called "Root."Late last week Congressional Quarterly upgraded the race from "Republican Favored" to "Republican Leaning." What does that mean? It means that the Jim for Georgia Campaign is gaining ground on Saxby Shameless. Lets Turn Georgia Blue! Vote Jim Martin for Senate!

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My Friends, I have a problem. Not to long ago the Federal government Bailed out international insurer AIG, to the tune of $85 Billion. i didn't have a problem with the bailout. I do however take issue with the fact that in the days following the bailout the company treated executives to a $440,000 escape at a California resort. This is UNACCEPTABLE! We aren't talking about reports or cost of

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As I am sure most of you know the Bailout Failed in the House on Monday. However since the Bailout was a Concurring Resolution The Senate Version is up for a vote today at approximately 7:30PM (Notice: After the Markets Close). The Senate version of the bill is, at its core, a little different from the House version. It includes a provision to increase the FDIC insured limit from $100,000 to

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And the winner is....Barack Obama!I realize that this was an unusual debate. Here we are talking Foriegn Policy in the middle of an economic crisis. John McCain got lucky. Seriously, If this debate had been on the economy he would have been railroaded, most likely to the point where it would just have been unfair.Barack wins not because he laid a huge bomb, no pun intended, but because he took

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Hey Georgia! Lets vote out Saxby Shameless. Vote Jim Martin for Georgia's Middle Class.Are you a fiscal conservative? Then take a look at Allen Buckley the Libertarian.

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On AC360, Anderson Cooper makes a point of "Keeping Them Honest." A few nights ago, the focus was on Gov. Sarah Palin (the Bridge and Road to Nowhere) and Sen. Joe Biden (with His own Bridge Earmarks) Earmarks have become somewhat of an issue. The media has latched on to them as a form of quasi-corruption. I however have two issues with earmarks, the lack of spending control and their

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The US Government is considering bailouts for Wall Street Firms and even some foreign banks. Current Cost...$700 Billion. Look for that price tag to go up before the bill passes. While this bailout may be necessary it is also an opportunity.The Bush Administration is out to maintain some sort of legacy. They do not want to go down in history as the modern era equivalent of Herbert Hoover.

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Republicans for VoldemortOriginally uploaded by crownjewel82Interesting Bumper Sticker...To Say the least

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This Barack Obama commercial uses the Arizona senator's own words to make him appear out of touch with the havoc wreaked by the Wall Street meltdown -- and therefore is accurate in its portrayal. The McCain campaign quickly realized that its candidate had struck the wrong note yesterday morning, and soon sent reporters new remarks in which John McCain declared the economy to be "in crisis."Quote

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Friend -- You'd be surprised by how many people you know who aren't registered to vote.Registration deadlines are coming up soon, and we need every single vote we can get to win this election. Tell your friends, family, and neighbors to check out our new one-stop voter registration website. Just forward this message.VoteforChange.com makes it easier than ever to register. Instead of tracking

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BREAKING DOWN THE NUMBERS Here's how the average tax bill could change in 2009 if either John McCain's or Barack Obama's tax proposals were fully in place. MCCAIN OBAMA Income Avg. tax bill Avg. tax bill Over $2.9M -$269,364 +$701,885 $603K and up -$45,361 +$115,974 $227K-$603K -$7,871 +$12 $161K-$227K -$4,380 -$2,789 $112K-$161K -$2,614 -$2,204 $66K

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It wouldn't be right if I didn't post this video.Go Dawgs!

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Over the past 17 months, millions of Americans from every corner of this country have taken part in the political process and built an unprecedented movement for change. This video, featuring footage and photos from supporters across the country, documents this grassroots movement and the supporters who truly are the backbone of this campaign. Featuring music by The National and sunrise footage

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I actually believe Sen. McCain to be an honorable man and Gov. Palin to be a genuine person.However, I am tired of these constant lies from the RNC. I once hoped that the RNC under John McCain wouldn't be so petty. That they would bring substance to the party of Lincoln. The GOP has only proven to have as much substance as a bag of hot air. The GOP under McCain is the same as it was under

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Click "What's the Plan?" On the sidebar to find out more.

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Today Michael Moore released a letter, which I first read on the Huffington Post. Personally I find it funny yet telling. While I do not always agree with Mr. Moore's opinions or actions, I must say that I agree with the core message of this letter, and I think you should read it.An Open Letter To Godby Michael MooreAs I Christian I believe that God is in the details. I believe that everything

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My Friends our party is on the right track. With the Obama-Biden Campaign rolling into Denver, we focused on our strengths as a Nation. Mainly our strength in diversity. We must build our party around everyday people. We saw our future First Lady as a strong and caring person.Amazing Speeches by the Honorable Senator Ted Kennedy (D-MA) and Senator Tom Harkin (D-IA). Not to mention a

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Alright, I'm convinced. Their are only two people who I would want as VP if I was one of Sen. Obama's aides. Who would I like as VP? Ret. Gen. Westley Clark and Sen. Hillary Clinton.As regards Sen. Clinton, the last several weeks have seen an easing of intense feelings on both sides. A few months ago I thought only a punk would pick Clinton, but now that we've had some time I realize that she

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I am not your average democrat. I support peoples right to carry weapons. However, there are places where guns have no business, unless they are in the hands of law enforcement. For instance, guns don't belong in schools, parks, and high security areas. Moreover, business owners should be able to say that they don't want guns on their property.Ladies and Gentlemen, the reasoning behind the

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It would seem that there is a lot going on in the world this week. The start of the Olympic Games in Beijing. As well as the start of a war between Russia and Georgia. The Olympics, in ancient times was a period of peace, where war ceased and there was fellowship among the nations. No such treaty exists now.This situation requires all of our attention. France, Turkey and even the Bush

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As we democrats continue our quest to improve our state and our nation Georgia Dems made some great decisions today.3) CLAYTON COUNTYKeeping Eldrin Bell as County Commission Chair is an important step. Now I wouldn't call him perfect, but he works for the people. And is much more respectable than Lee Scott, who threatened a man after he was accused of knocking down one of his wife's Campaign

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The U.S. Senate was in session on Saturday voting on some very important legislation. (See My Post on the Matter) The final tally on the vote for H.R. 3221 was:72 Ayes13 Nays15 AbstentionsBoth Georgia Senators Voted in-favor of this legislation. (Oh the Attacks if they dared vote No) But what caught my eye was who abstained. Both Obama and McCain abstained.Well Obama has an excuse he was on

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The Georgia Sales Tax Holiday Starts Thursday (7/31) and runs through next Sunday (8/03)Early Voting for the Run-off Starts Monday (7/28) and ends Friday (8/01)My Run-Off EndorsementsJim Martin for SenateTheodore Jackson (Fulton County Sheriff)

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The US Senate has just passed H.R. 3221, the American Housing Rescue and Foreclosure Prevention Act in a special Saturday Session of Congressfrom Speaker of the House Nancy Pelosi:The centerpiece of the bill will help significant numbers of hard-working American families in danger of losing their home refinance into lower-cost government -insured mortgages they can afford to repay – at no cost to

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The democratic Senate Race has been reduced to name calling, at least by one candidate. Vernon Jones....who I personally believe is a closet Republican...wants your vote. Why should you give it to him? Because Jim Martin voted for John Edwards?One Word...STUPID!Such meaningless mess is best left out of Politics. Not to mention, at least Jim Martin was voting for a Democrat! Where are the

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Not too long ago the Atlanta City Council voted to lower sales taxes and commit to administrative cuts. The result was more jobs lost and the closing of a Historic Fire Station, the West End's Fire Station #7. That was in addition to the loss of hundreds of jobs. All to get over a deficit of $140 Million.Shirley Franklin took the heat.Now with three members of the council running for mayor,

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We already know that the GOP Caucus at the state house has some....divisions. Indeed the mess of this past session was painful to watch. House Speaker Glenn Richardson's proposal to eliminate the property tax and replace it with a state sales tax ruined the session and dominated. All for us to find out that the state is short $600 Million.Now the Speaker is going to face a challenge from

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So...when an Oil Man, a hugely successful one a that, says lets get off foreign oil...maybe it's time to do it. I have looked at T. Boone Pickens' energy plan, and it is good. According to Pickens, we can use today's technology to cut our dependence by some 300 Billion Dollars. $$$,$$$,$$$,$$$!SUPPORT THE PICKENS PLAN!

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So far Atlanta is shaping up to be regional all-star race. This could lead to some turnover in the City Council. Names like Council President Lisa Borders, District 1 At-Large Councilman Ceasar Mitchell, and Mary Norwood, Distict 2 also At-Large could leave the city council in need of "refreshment."Other names in the mix, State Senator Kasim Reed, Fulton County Commissioner Rob Pitts (District

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I am officially endorsing these candidates for office. I find them to be the most capable of fighting for their districts and this state.John Lewis (U.S. Congress - 5th District)David Scott (U.S. Congress - 13th District)Kasim Reed (State Senate - District 35)Virgil Fludd (Georgia House of Representatives - District 66)Roger Bruce (Georgia House of Representatives - District 64)Paul Howard (

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Across the state of Georgia people are voting. This week is advanced voting week, just take any one of the six accepted forms of I.D. to a county specified polling center, and vote. Advanced voting runs the week immediately before any election, from Monday - Friday.For More Information CheckoutThe Georgia Secretary of State

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The race for Georgia's Fifth District will end on July 15. The Atlanta Press Club Debate, a pillar of Georgia Politics, was missing incumbent Rep. John Lewis. An interesting debate that included Rev. Markel Hutchins and State Rep. "Able" Mable Thomas asking questions to an absent John Lewis. The debate included a lot of personal points of contention, and was lacking on the policy side.The most

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GA Senators Isakson and Chambliss co-sponsor Gas Price Reduction Act of 2008The BillThe Press ReleaseGen Wesley Clark Wins CQ Politics VP Madness - Democratic EditionCQ PoliticsGM Narrowly Beats Out ToyotaFrom the BBCMy Opinion on the NewsThe Republican Legislation has is a basic endorsement of Bush's new "Energy Policy." It allows the States the option of Drilling Off there own shores.

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A slight mistake leads to hilarity. Enjoy

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Sen John McCain was a P.O.W. during Vietnam and endured being tortured by the enemy. All Americans should be grateful for his, and every veteran's, service to this nation. However, his credentials are rightly under review.Retired 4-star general Wesley Clark is one of few people that can call into question Senator McCain's "military leadership credentials." and he does so stating that "He

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I feel it must be said that the idea of the City of Buckhead is the bad not just for Atlanta but also for Georgia. Atlanta already needs more money than it could ever take in, given its current boundaries. The state has to take the hits in order to fund the city's needs and keep it a functioning, decent capital.Georgia Politics often plays Atlanta vs. the rest of the state, however the same

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I present theses picks for both parties. Each would be good for the nominee and would serve as an excellent running mates. So here they are my top five Veeps.Senator John McCain (R) Arizona,Fmr. Gov. Mitt Romney (Massachusetts)Fmr. Gov. Mike Huckabee (Arkansas)Sen. Joe Lieberman (Connecticut)Gov. Sarah Palin (Alaska)Gov. Charlie Crist (Florida)Senator Barack Obama (D) IllinoisRet. Gen. Wesley

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Al Gore, former Democratic Nominee for president and Democratic party heavyweight has endorsed Barack Obama for president. Gore declared from an Obama rally in Detroit's Joe Louis Arena that experience is not a prerequisite for leadership, and that elections matter to us all.Gore's endorsement called for change, accentuating Obama's green polices and initiatives. This is Al Gore's first

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So what do you when your best customer can't afford your product? You lower the price. Recently the Saudi's announced they would increase oil production in an effort to lower gas prices. Americans over the last few weeks, since about the time Bush's request was rebuffed, have been engaged in a very real debate over Oil prices, $4+ Gas and ways to get away from those crippling things.This

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Today the world morns the loss of one of the nations greatest journalists. Tim Russert, Host of "Meet the Press" on NBC, passed today, he was 58. My condolences to his family and friends.

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Elections are won by men and women chiefly because most people vote against somebody rather than for somebody.Franklin P. Adams

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In yesterdays debate Vernon Jones showed up nearly 30 minutes late. This is unacceptable. As a candidate for the U.S. Senate you would leave this state in political peril. We need leaders that will advocate for this state, and Democrats must present a better image and a more together candidate. I have immense respect for Vernon Jones as the CEO of DeKalb county but he must do better to win my

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This is the first installment of the Great Political Figures series. These Men and Women from both the left and the right have helped shape our nation and our world. Their contributions to history and to the people and places they served is paramount. Their ideas and ideals shape my own and contribute to my own ideal of what a politician should be. These men and women are not perfect. The

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This map shows the last time each of the 159 counties in the state of Georgia went for a Democrat in a Presidental election. The last Democrat to win Georgia was Clinton in '92. Fulton County hasn't gone for a Republican since 1972, the year of Watergate. The entire state went for Nixon.

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As student elections rap up at Morehouse, I am intrigued by what has occurred over the past week. At 12:01 AM Last Sunday, our campus "Went Green" for SGA Presidential candidate Mark Antony Green. Mountain Dew Logos Sprouted Up rebranded Marcus Daniels '08. Campaign Sites went online, UPS' whiteboard advertisement became the Marcus Daniels SGA Whiteboard. It has truely been an interesting

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He can rally the youth to break stereotypes. He can infuse hope into a culture of fear. He dares to challenge the American societal ills. Indeed the Obama movement has broken the standard rules for success in American Politics. Victory for Obama may trigger the next shift in American Politics.America has been in a long night, a time of darkness, since the 70's, a deep darkness across all

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This morning CNN commentator Roland Martin published an article relating to the recent Mitchell Report. This report on steroids in baseball has caused a flurry of attention directed towards the negative aspects of baseball and other American sports.Personally I am not a huge fan of baseball, but this negativity is not good for sports in general. Furthermore, what does it say about Americans

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.flickr-photo { border: solid 2px #000000; }.flickr-yourcomment { }.flickr-frame { text-align: left; padding: 3px; }.flickr-caption { font-size: 0.8em; margin-top: 0px; } Blue Blub 2, originally uploaded by Noranna. Greetings and welcome to my blog. My focus here is honest opinions on what’s going on in the world today. I aim to supply you with news as well as my take on these current events

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