Daily Archives: May 4, 2006

“It is an issue.”

Posted on May 4, 2006 by Gaius

Says Mr. Ronald Walters, director of the African-American Leadership Institute at the University of Maryland, quoted in today's New York Times. He's referring to the conflict he sees between championing immigrant rights and the issue that half the population of … Continue reading →

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Absolutely Pathetic

Posted on May 4, 2006 by Gaius

Juan Cole has likely crossed a line here. This is not a defense, it is nothing but character assassination. Might it even be actionable? I'm not a lawyer, but if I was sitting on a jury, I know this wouldn't … Continue reading →

Posted in Blogosphere, Left Wing, Legal | 7 Comments

Truthiness To Power

Posted on May 4, 2006 by Gaius

Richard Cohen in the Washington Post, today takes aim at Colbert's performance. Basically, he takes pretty much the same position I did; Colbert wasn't funny. I've taken exception to Cohen in the past, but I think he's hit it right … Continue reading →

Posted in Blogosphere, Media | 27 Comments