Beyond the Headlines and Under the Bra-Analysis of mammogram issue

Kavan, 26 replies, 176 views — Wed, 18 Nov 2009 07:38:39 -0800

I think this is a good article for thought. Jennifer Manfr� brings up a number of points that I think need to be analyzed far more seriously than they are.

Nicole Wallace: Palin Book Based on Fabrications

Joybama, 10 replies, 201 views — Wed, 18 Nov 2009 06:12:48 -0800

Link to Rachel Maddow vid. Basically, Palin lied about most everything. She said Nicole told her that Katie Couric wanted Sarah to like her and that Katie had low self esteem and she felt sorry for Katie and that's why she did the interview. Nicole said that was totally not true. NONE of that was said. She also said that she didn't feel she needed to prepare for the Couric interview because she thought it was just going to be 2 working gals having a chat. Nicole said that was also untrue. The interview w…

Why does Israel continue to build on disputed land?

Jazzy, 6 replies, 141 views — Tue, 17 Nov 2009 17:53:31 -0800

I really don't understand this. Are they really evicting people, and building on land that isn't theirs? Why is this necessary??? U.S. Slams Israeli Housing Plan For East Jerusalem by The Associated Press text sizeAAA November 17, 2009 Israel moved Tuesday to approve a plan to build 900 more housing units in a Jewish neighborhood in the part of Jerusalem claimed by Palestinians, drawing harsh criticism from the United States. The Jerusalem district planning commission officially deposited the plan, opening…

Talk Radio - A Dying Breed.

BloviatingWindbagFF, 2 replies, 142 views — Sun, 15 Nov 2009 19:59:02 -0800

Viewpoints: Time is fading both sides of talk radio When people talk about talk radio, I take interest. When Maureen Dowd delivered on this page a less-than-flattering take on Rush Limbaugh, like you, I read the column. But when readers reacted passionately and with predictable partisanship, it occurred to me, why bother? I understand: Having launched his syndicated caree…

Gitmo prisoners may be housed in Illinois prison. Are you for or against?

kaygerard22, 9 replies, 165 views — Sun, 15 Nov 2009 15:40:30 -0800

Washington (CNN) -- A prison in northern Illinois is the leading contender to house some detainees transferred from the federal facility in Guantanamo Bay, Cuba, two Obama administration officials told CNN Saturday. Officials from the department of Defense, Justice and Homeland Security and federal Bureau of Prisons will be will be visiting the maximum-security Thomson Correctional Center, about 150 miles west of Chicago, on Monday, the officials said. Earlier Saturday, a statement from Illinois Gov. P…

"Shut the F-Up and Salute". What do you think?

Jazzy, 7 replies, 253 views — Sun, 15 Nov 2009 12:42:07 -0800

Personally, I think way too much information is being leaked. The President has the last word. Should he be questioned? Of course, but IMO there HAS to be a chain of command and any questions should be done in PRIVATE. I don't think we should soften on that at all. I think civilians should put pressure on the gov/president to do what's right, but once the decision is made the military should obey the order, or quit. Gen. Stanley McChrystal, the commander of U.S. and NATO forces in Afghanistan, is entitled…

Obama Bows In Japan To Emperor Akihito and Empress Michiko (VIDEO, PHOTOS)

Jazzy, 127 replies, 374 views — Sun, 15 Nov 2009 04:53:19 -0800

Is this bowgate? I have to admit, I don't care what the customs are there, the U.S, president should not be bowing to ANY other heads of other countries. In a scene that will likely be replayed on Sunday's political talk shows, President Obama bowed deeply to the Emperor and Empress of Japan on Saturday. The president's kowtow to the royal couple came on the second day of his Asian tour and before a private lunch with the pair in Tokyo. An unnamed, senior Obama administration official told Politico Saturda…

8 more Carrie Prejean sex tapes have surfaced

melodyca, 16 replies, 305 views — Fri, 13 Nov 2009 15:30:24 -0800

So much for saying she only had one. I love hypocrites.

RNC Health Ins Plan Covers Elective Abortion For Employees

Joybama, 5 replies, 166 views — Fri, 13 Nov 2009 06:02:14 -0800

The Republican National Committee's health insurance plan covers elective abortions for its employees, an option Republicans strongly oppose in health overhaul legislation that Democrats are trying to push through Congress. Republican Party Chairman Michael Steele learned of the policy's abortion coverage Thursday through a news report and immediately instructed staff to inform the insurance carrier that the RNC wanted to opt out of elective abortion coverage, RNC spokeswoman Gail Gitcho said. "Mon…

Some of Palin's book is being leaked

Kavan, 53 replies, 347 views — Thu, 12 Nov 2009 18:31:48 -0800

Rolling Out Sarah Palin�s Side of the Story By MOTOKO RICH AND KATE ZERNIKE The McCain campaign dissed Sarah Palin, muffled her, and then stuck her with a $500,000 legal bill � that, at least, is the version of events she tells in her new book, due to be released next week. Mrs. Palin writes that the $500,000 was the legal bill for vetting her to be John McCain�s vice presidential nominee, according to the Associated Press, which purchased an early copy of the book. After the election, when she asked if …

I Think The Catholic Church is Just Going Too Far in DC

Joybama, 14 replies, 278 views — Thu, 12 Nov 2009 09:23:14 -0800

So they take away services to thousands that need it because DC may allow gays to marry? That's not very Christ like, imo. The Catholic Archdiocese of Washington said Wednesday that it will be unable to continue the social service programs it runs for the District if the city doesn't change a proposed same-sex marriage law, a threat that could affect tens of thousands of people the church helps with adoption, homelessness and health care. Under the bill, headed for a D.C. Council vote next month, religi…

Ha! Hannity admits Jon Stewart was right & apologizes.

Sebastian, 20 replies, 296 views — Thu, 12 Nov 2009 06:56:32 -0800

Fox News' Sean Hannity responded to Jon Stewart Wednesday evening after the Daily Show host called out the network for using old footage from a larger September 12, 2009 "Tea Party' protest to illustrate a much smaller health care rally on Capitol Hill last week. Speaking directly to the camera, Hannity said that it pained him to admit it, but Stewart was correct. "And although it pains me to say this, Jon Stewart, Comedy Central, he was right. Now on his program last night, he mentioned that …

Lou Dobbs Leaving CNN

TerriL, 21 replies, 310 views — Wed, 11 Nov 2009 16:19:23 -0800

New York Times' Media Decoder blog is reporting that CNN anchor Lou Dobbs -- who has been the target of furious protests over his immigration coverage -- is leaving CNN. Times reporter Brian Stelter tweeted on Wednesday evening, "NYT learns that Lou Dobbs' resignation is effective immediately; tonight�s program will be his last on CNN." Another message sent shortly afterwards: "A Fox spokesperson tells the NYT, 'We have not had any discussions with Lou Dobbs for Fox News or Fox Business.'

Birthers are protesting outside of my building!

ollie, 4 replies, 169 views — Wed, 11 Nov 2009 09:38:28 -0800

I work in the same building as Fox News. Birthers are apparently not happy with Bill O'Reilly and are protesting here today. Kinda funny that the story refers to "insane conspiracy theories" but they aren't coming from O'Reilly!

I Have A Girl Crush on Rachel Maddow!!

Joybama, 3 replies, 144 views — Wed, 11 Nov 2009 08:55:24 -0800

This piece from last night was just awesome!! Maddow: " . . . As Republicans and Conservative Democrats in Congress start lining up with Corporate America and agaiinst new regulations now, consider the alliance they're making. Populist columnist David Sirota today made this catch from the business newsletter Inside U.S. Trade, this is a D.C. based publication on trade issues, its' especially for people in international business. What else are business groups worried about and lobbying…

Fox News Busts Palin On Her Latest Loopiest Conspiracy Theory

Kavan, 8 replies, 275 views — Tue, 10 Nov 2009 19:09:47 -0800

I went over to Huff Post to read about Leno's sucking ratings and found this little lovely. Fox News Fact-Checks Sarah Palin's Coin Conspiracy Theory (VIDEO) The Huffington Post | Lila Shapiro This must sting a bit. Sarah Palin's newest conspiracy theory on the "disturbing" redesign of U.S. coins was too much, even for Fox News -- on Tuesday night, Fox fact-checked Palin. Last Friday, while speaking at a Wisconsin Right to Life fundraising banquet -- attendees were barred from bringing ce…

A Guide To The Shifting Political Factions In the Health Care Debate

Harriet, 3 replies, 105 views — Tue, 10 Nov 2009 08:34:58 -0800

It looks like a rough road ahead. President Obama on Sunday celebrated the House's passage of health care reform with a vivid metaphorical message to the other side of the Capitol. "Now it falls on the United States Senate," he said, "to take the baton and bring this effort to the finish line on behalf of the American people." He wishes this were as simple as a relay race. The legislative process does work in stages, it's true, but in other ways, the president's metaphor falls apart. …

The Hypocrisy Never Fails to Stun Me

Joybama, 7 replies, 225 views — Tue, 10 Nov 2009 07:30:19 -0800

So Carry Prejean was on Hannity promoting her new book and he asks her about her sex tape. And she says that she did it when she was a teenager, which could be 19 for all I know, and it was for her boyfriend cause she loved him so much. And Hannity is apparently ok with this. Um...if Hilary Clinton or Chelsea or Michelle Obama or name any liberal, Democrat woman had done the same thing in their teen years, or any time in their life, Hannity would be yelling from the rooftops about what horrible, awful women…

Please pray for our troops: Obama's Afghan Plan: About 40K More Troops

Jazzy, 6 replies, 148 views — Mon, 09 Nov 2009 19:46:05 -0800

I just do not understand this AT ALL. I only hope it's not combat troops but maybe peace keeping or infrastructure building. This is a zero sum game. Nobody will win with more combat troops. But I hope I'm completely wrong and he's right. I hope he succeeds.

Steele vs Kaine on This Week

Jazzy, 2 replies, 92 views — Sun, 08 Nov 2009 19:07:03 -0800

I'm seriously impressed with Kaine after this interview. I only wish ALL dems could defend like this. He kicked ass!

DONE: House Passes Health Care Bill

Jazzy, 191 replies, 421 views — Sat, 07 Nov 2009 20:31:00 -0800

Now the Senate needs to respond in kind! Grow a set and DO IT!

Watching the House Vote...

BloviatingWindbagFF, 5 replies, 102 views — Sat, 07 Nov 2009 19:28:02 -0800

I didn't see any of the debate, life and all, but I read it was quite the Speshul. Stupak amendment was approved. Boehner substitute voted down. Our whip count has this baby passing. I heard this at 3 PM this afternoon. Comments, etc are welcomed here.

Is The Tea Gang Turning the GOP into the Party of Hate?

katysmom-barrymfan, 17 replies, 194 views — Fri, 06 Nov 2009 18:00:44 -0800

Is the Tea Party Gang Turning GOP Into a Party of Hate? When John Boehner, the Republican leader of the House, appeared at the Tea Party rally at the Capitol on Thursday afternoon, it was a dramatic signal: The wing-nuts have taken over the GOP. Think I'm being harsh? The angry folks at the protest -- which attracted several thousand conservatives -- held up signs with messages of hate: "Get the Red Out of the White House," "Waterboard Congress," "Ken-ya Trust Obama?" One call…

Civil War In Corporate America: Banks Battling The Chamber On Accounting Rules

Kavan, 10 replies, 58 views — Fri, 06 Nov 2009 17:11:42 -0800

Amid the ongoing financial regulation overhaul, the banking industry is hoping to pull off a quiet power grab that has eluded its grasp since the Great Depression, by stripping the independence of the board that sets financial accounting standards. The move could effectively let banks set their own accounting standards in rough economic times. Astonishingly, at a time when the public is crying out for greater regulation to limit excessive risk-taking by financial institutions, the banks are trying to ge…

So...what's the stupidest political thing you've seen on social sites lately?

Kris, 2 replies, 33 views — Fri, 06 Nov 2009 13:33:21 -0800

For me, I was just perusing the Live Feed on Facebook and saw that my dad just joined the groups "Nobamacare" and "Stop the Fairness Doctrine" Even though, you know, NO ONE in the administration has expressed even the slightest interest in making talk radio adhere to the Fairness Doctrine and it's all IMHO been dreamed up by Rush and his cronies (Hannity, Beck, etc.). And then there's the 'Nobamacare' group, even though my parents have IMHO only barely decent health care and my father i…

Some people are now advocating internment camps for people of Arab descent

melodyca, 6 replies, 43 views — Fri, 06 Nov 2009 01:49:17 -0800

What happened in Fort Hood was a tragedy but we should NOT condemn everyone of the same ethinicity because of it. I guess we are doomed to making the same mistakes over and over.

Congress approves extending benefits, Obama to sign it

CarlyisMyGH, no replies, 9 views — Fri, 06 Nov 2009 00:52:41 -0800

WASHINGTON � Congress on Thursday decisively approved an extension of unemployment benefits for almost two million people out of work nearly a year or more as the U.S. continues to lose jobs. The White House quickly announced that President Barack Obama on Friday morning would sign the bill that House Speaker Nancy Pelosi characterized as a lifeline "to the men and women hardest hit by the recession," the people who still can't find work even as the economy shows signs of coming back to life. The …

CBO Scores GOP Bill, Which Helps Almost Nobody

Joybama, 1 reply, 7 views — Thu, 05 Nov 2009 13:46:55 -0800

Earlier this week, a spokesman for House Minority Leader John Boehner made a prediction. The Republican health care plan, he said, "will cover millions more Americans" than the Democrats' plan. Bold. But here's what the experts say: By 2019, CBO and JCT estimate, the number of nonelderly people without health insurance would be reduced by about 3 million relative to current law, leaving about 52 million nonelderly residents uninsured. The share of legal nonelderly residents with insurance cove…

Obama Just Made An Appearance At The Daily Press Briefing

Harriet, 1 reply, 8 views — Thu, 05 Nov 2009 10:31:34 -0800

Finally some GOOD NEWS.....He announced that the AMA and the AARP are endorsing the health care bill coming up for a vote in the House. He spoke of the misleading ads on TV and to remember that HCR will strengthen Medicare and not jeopardize it;protect the benefits our seniors receive and not cut them and for us to remember that the next time we see the negative ads on TV from the insurance companies and their lobbyists. Also said more which I can't exactly remember word for word. FINALLY....cause those da…

Top Bailout Recipients Spent $71 Million This Past Year

Harriet, 1 reply, 5 views — Thu, 05 Nov 2009 10:12:51 -0800

Yep...they are busy lobbying for more bailouts.....arggggggghhhhhhh DISGUSTED and PISSED IN MANY WAYS TODAY Maybe I'll delete this post too after I count to 100.

Lordie. Bachman is at it again - encouraging people to "SCARE" congress.

Sebastian, 7 replies, 14 views — Thu, 05 Nov 2009 07:25:48 -0800

Rep. Michele Bachmman (R-Minn.) has told supporters to try to scare her colleagues into voting against health care reform at a protest Thursday, Politico reports. "Nothing scares members of Congress more than freedom-loving Americans," she said in a conference call with bloggers and activists Wednesday night. She urged reform opponents to confront lawmakers with video cameras. "I think that will absolutely scare these members of Congress so much that Pelosi will not get the votes and…

SO not one word about Wall Street getting the swine flu vaccine?

Momrobare, 42 replies, 74 views — Thu, 05 Nov 2009 06:30:20 -0800

Guess it's because the WH is behind wall street 100% that there is NO post about this on soapzone! I heard about it on the Today show! Seems some Wall street firms got the same amount of doses (200) that the hospitals are getting!!! WTF? And why isn't the WH saying anything about THIS latest fiasco?

What Is in the House Bill. Hint: It is far more than the public option.

BloviatingWindbagFF, 14 replies, 49 views — Wed, 04 Nov 2009 11:33:07 -0800

As always, our MSM has done the American people a great disservice. By yabbering on ceaselessly about the PO, abortion and illegal immigrants, it has given many the impression that the 1,900 bill is the PO and nothing more. I really beg to differ. There are so many little chunks of goodies in there that I couldn't begin to list them. However, first up, the allay the concerns that without the PO, the bill wouldn't create affordable options, that is not true. Most provisions become effective in 2013, howev…

ex Miss California Carrie Prejean had a SEX TAPE! Which is why she settled her

melodyca, 5 replies, 15 views — Wed, 04 Nov 2009 10:38:50 -0800

lawsuit. When lawyers showed her the tape, it was an immediate settlement. She got squat. LOL Now she can go away. And there goes another conservative hypocrite.

Election Results

Sherri, 98 replies, 14 views — Tue, 03 Nov 2009 19:16:19 -0800

Grrrrr... Looks like Republicans won Governor races in Virginia and New Jersey. :(

Bill Maher & David Plouffe posts on Huffington Post

CarolineSpencer, 17 replies, 14 views — Tue, 03 Nov 2009 17:20:59 -0800

Both Good Reads, but I am personally a little disappointed with Pres. Obama and all the Dems :-( I just can not believe it has been a year already since the election! Bill Maher - "Is this as good as it gets?" David Plouffe - Campaign Manager for Obama "no difference between Pres Obama and Candidate Obama"

GWB & Bill Clinton to debate @ Radio City in 2010

TGLuvsNLWestChamps, 3 replies, 6 views — Tue, 03 Nov 2009 14:05:35 -0800

Those cheap seats might be calling me Don't expect a Steel Cage Death Match, but it will be a presidential duel for the ages: ex-President George W. Bush versus predecessor Bill Clinton, for one night only. The two ex-presidents have agreed to face off on the same stage as part of MSG Entertainment's third annual "Minds That Move The World" speakers series at Radio City Music Hall in midtown Manhattan on Feb. 25, 2010. The Republican Bush and the Democrat Clinton - always cordial, if not exactly c…

So will the Amish be forced to buy Medical Insurance?

brown35, 9 replies, 15 views — Tue, 03 Nov 2009 08:50:18 -0800

So, about this individual mandate. It is a rarity for our government to fine or punish citizens for NOT doing something, as opposed regulating what we actually do. And when they do place an "affirmative duty" on us, they usually allow for exceptions for personal beliefs. For example, it is the law that you must vaccinate your children, but you can get an exemption if vaccination is against your personal beliefs. So, doesn't the "individual mandate" run into problems with people wh…

Lieberman Won't Filibuster After All

Joybama, 4 replies, 10 views — Tue, 03 Nov 2009 06:46:38 -0800

A week after declaring that he would help a Republican filibuster of Democrat-sponsored health-care legislation if there were a public option, Senator Joe Lieberman (I-CT) has apparently signaled privately to Senate Majority Leader Harry Reid (D-NV) that he will not block a vote. Sources told The Hill that Lieberman has affirmed that he will vote with Democrats to end the debate, and his threat of filibuster is likely a tactic to "get some stuff for himself"�or his constituents, including several …

Food Stamps Will Feed Half of America's Kids

katysmom-barrymfan, 1 reply, 7 views — Mon, 02 Nov 2009 18:47:05 -0800

This one's on George Bush. His recession led to this sad state of affairs. CHICAGO � Nearly half of all U.S. children and 90 percent of black youngsters will be on food stamps at some point during childhood, and fallout from the current recession could push those numbers even higher, researchers say. The estimate comes from an analysis of 30 years of national data, and it bolsters other recent evidence on the pervasiveness of youngsters at economic risk. It suggests that almost everyone knows a family who h…

Former McCain Aid Will Lose Health Insurance Soon

katysmom-barrymfan, no replies, 5 views — Mon, 02 Nov 2009 18:44:14 -0800

Republican adviser faces health care's costly bite Former McCain strategist is about to lose his health insurance As a federal employee in 2004, Holtz-Eakin had health insurance through his employer. But not anymore. By Philip Rucker Washington Post Staff Writer Monday, November 2, 2009 If history had taken a different course, Doug Holtz-Eakin would be inside the McCain White House driving the Republican president's domestic agenda, including health-care reform. But now, one year after Sen. John McCain (R…

White House Quietly Working To Weaken Investor Protection

Kavan, 2 replies, 9 views — Mon, 02 Nov 2009 17:34:27 -0800

I read this earlier today and it really concerns me. I cannot believe the WH thinks its a good move to roll back regulation passed after Enron and World Com imploded. The White House is quietly working to undercut a key post-Enron reform, significantly weakening protection for everyday investors and threatening the administration's image as a champion for financial regulatory reform. White House Chief of Staff Rahm Emanuel has been telling Democratic members of the House Financial Services Committee that…

HBO - Nov 3rd to air By the People: The Election of Barack Obama

San, no replies, 5 views — Mon, 02 Nov 2009 11:41:17 -0800

Premieres November 3 at 9pm ET BY THE PEOPLE: THE ELECTION OF BARACK OBAMA is a moving record of the Obama campaign's history-making odyssey to the White House. Interwoven with the drama of the campaign is never-before-seen footage of Obama behind the scenes, as well as interviews and candid moments with wife Michelle Obama, the couple's young daughters, Malia and Sasha, and senior campaign staff, volunteers, reporters, supporters and opponents. Link to HBO page ABC aired some footage from this last…

Rape Victim Approaches Sen. Vitter About His Franken Amendment Vote

TerriL, 6 replies, 16 views — Mon, 02 Nov 2009 11:39:07 -0800

I have to say this video is just.... wow. Something you have to watch for yourself. Here's the direct video: And here's the transcript if you can't watch the video, courtesy of HuffingtonPost: WOMAN: It meant everything to me that I was able to put the person who attacked me [behind bars]. And what allowed me to do that was our judicial process. I showed up in court every day to make sure that happen VITTER: And I'm absolutely supportive of any case like that being prosecuted criminally to the full ext…

So i watched some Glenn Beck overnight..

CarlyisMyGH, 4 replies, 10 views — Sun, 01 Nov 2009 18:20:45 -0800

when i couldn't sleep lol to see what this guy was about and wow he is truly living in his own world huh? it's one thing to sit there and be critical of everything ala Hannity, Dobbs, Coulter, that's fine. But this guy seems more fit for a psych ward rather then a News channel, anyone else agree? he's pretty much brainwashing his viewers too the way he talks.

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