Daily Archives: June 17, 2006

Sometimes There Is A Reason For A Stereotype

Posted on June 17, 2006 by Gaius

The stereotype about cops and donut shops is pretty well known and has been used, repeatedly, for comic effect in movies and on television. Most people just laugh when they pass a donut shop where there is a police car … Continue reading →

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Signs Of The Times

Posted on June 17, 2006 by Gaius

Two Neighbors in Columbia City, Indiana have been feuding for a while and have now taken their fight public using homemade signs at the side of the road. According to a police report, the Shrocks said they asked the Castles … Continue reading →

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Proud As A Peacock

Posted on June 17, 2006 by Gaius

Ah, true love. Isn't it a wonderful thing? Especially when it is accompanied by the magnificent mating dance of a male peacock. Strutting his stuff with a gorgeous display of magnificent plumage. Sadly, it seems that his is an unrequited … Continue reading →

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Resolution

Posted on June 17, 2006 by Gaius

The War Room at Salon notes the vote in the House yesterday on the resolution of support and makes this observation: With elections approaching in November, it's remarkable that anyone took the risk of voting no. The 152 members who … Continue reading →

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Times Clouds Things Even More

Posted on June 17, 2006 by Gaius

The New York Times has an article entitled, "Contradictions Cloud Inquiry Into 24 Iraqi Deaths," which published on their website late last night. It begins: What really happened in Haditha on Nov. 19, 2005? On that day, marines killed 24 … Continue reading →

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Shackles Removed From Accused Marines

Posted on June 17, 2006 by Gaius

The seven marines and one sailor being held in the Camp Pendleton brig while being investigated for an alleged murder in Iraq will no longer be shackled when allowed out into an exercise area. OCEANSIDE, Calif. — Military officials on … Continue reading →

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