Daily Archives: May 18, 2006

Uh Oh

Posted on May 18, 2006 by Gaius

This could be bad. We're the evil twin… And it's not a monkey. It's a mandrill. Tweet

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Joementum?

Posted on May 18, 2006 by Gaius

The Hartford Courant is reporting that Joe Lieberman is working very hard to secure the Democratic nomination for Senator from Connecticut. Ned Lamont, backed by the Koz Kidz and (stealthily by proxy) Howard "Screamin'' Howie" Dean is making a play … Continue reading →

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Putting Down Some Gravel

Posted on May 18, 2006 by Gaius

Wordsmith, posting over at Flopping Aces, has some truly shocking pictures out of Iraq that the world must see right away. How could this be hidden for so long? I demand Congressional hearings at once. Tweet

Posted in Blogosphere, War | 3 Comments

Wow – What A Day In The Crabitat

Posted on May 18, 2006 by Gaius

This has been one busy day here at blue Crab Boulevard. Many, many inbound links, for which I am thankful. Hopefully, I'll catch most of them here and be able to thank people. Sommerschool, Blue Star Chronicles, The Absurd Report, Carry … Continue reading →

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Hamas Versus Fatah

Posted on May 18, 2006 by Gaius

Hamas gunmen fought with units of the Palestinian police force in Gaza today. Fatah elements were involved as well. Things are getting ugly in the Palestinian territories. A spokesman for the Interior Ministry said fighting subsided after contacts between the … Continue reading →

Posted in War, World news | 4 Comments

Hayden: Intellegence Gathering Has Become Political Football

Posted on May 18, 2006 by Gaius

In his first day of testimony (is that the correct term?) General Michael Hayden appears to be handling his confirmation hearing quite well. His opening statement probably contained the understatement of the century. "Hayden said that intelligence-gathering has become “the football in American political … Continue reading →

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No Wonder They Don’t Like Us

Posted on May 18, 2006 by Gaius

The cockpit canopy of a vintage P-51 Mustang fighter came off while the plane was in flight over Germany. Apparently, the aircraft was en route to an airshow. The falling Plexiglas dome demolished a small food stand when it crashed … Continue reading →

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I’ll Bet He Can’t Wait To Get It

Posted on May 18, 2006 by Gaius

The raging psychotic Iranian president is planning to send another of his famous "Submit" letters. This time the Pope is the lucky winner. In Crazy Mahmoud’s mind, he has now written to the chief of the world’s top secular superpower … Continue reading →

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I’m Pretty Sure She’s Not REALLY A Friend

Posted on May 18, 2006 by Gaius

A German woman stopped to buy some gas for her car. After filling the tank, she discovered she did not have enough cash to pay the bill. So she told the gas station attendants she'd have to go withdraw some more … Continue reading →

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Why I Have Little Faith In Politicians These Days

Posted on May 18, 2006 by Gaius

Because of stuff like this: But here's the substance of the debate– Should ILLEGAL immigrants, once made legal by the McCain legislation, be entitled to receive the Social Security benefits they have paid into the system while ILLEGALLY using FRAUDULENT … Continue reading →

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101st Blog Of The Day

Posted on May 18, 2006 by Gaius

Marching on in my self-imposed project to visit one member of the fighting 101st each day, today I quick timed over to Six Meat Buffet for a quick meal. Well, figuratively speaking. Cranky found absolute proof positive that Big Brother … Continue reading →

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About Time

Posted on May 18, 2006 by Gaius

The House ethics committee is finally going to start investigating at least some Congressmen. Add Molohan to the list as well and just about everyone would be happy that they have at least gotten started doing something. After 16 months … Continue reading →

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Ayaan Hirsi Ali Welcome In US: State Department

Posted on May 18, 2006 by Gaius

U.S. Deputy Secretary of State Robert Zoellick publicly announced that Ayaan Hirsi Ali is welcome in the United States. Thankfully, there is still one refuge for the canaries. Zoellick, on a visit to the Netherlands, told journalists Hirsi Ali would … Continue reading →

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Irey Responds

Posted on May 18, 2006 by Gaius

Congressman John Murtha is being challenged for the 12th district (Pennsylvania) Congressional seat by Diana Irey. This is her press release on Murtha's press conference. IMMEDIATE RELEASE CONTACT: Jason Davidek May 18, 2006 412.330.7844 Irey Responds to Murtha’s Comments that U.S. … Continue reading →

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Got Tartar Sauce?

Posted on May 18, 2006 by Gaius

Ok, here's a story that a school of piranha, the voracious South American predator fish, are being put on a diet. The fish have been overeating at the Birmingham's Sea Life Centre in England. Regular mealtimes mean the razor-toothed predators … Continue reading →

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