Daily Archives: September 13, 2006

Notice A Pattern?

Posted on September 13, 2006 by Gaius

Probably the funniest evisceration of the Democrat's monumentally stupid campaign against Wal-Mart comes from George Will in the Washington Post. Since I am obviously on the record of thinking this is a really bad idea for the Dems, let's just … Continue reading →

Posted in Media, Politics | 3 Comments

About Those Chickens Again

Posted on September 13, 2006 by Gaius

This article from the Washington Post shows why it is always problematic to count chickens too soon in politics. Chafee won the primary in Rhode Island at least partly because of a massive voter turnout program. From the Democrats the … Continue reading →

Posted in Politics | 3 Comments

Thank You, Prime Minister Blair

Posted on September 13, 2006 by Gaius

Despite his own political woes, despite everything else that is happening in the world, Tony Blair remains one of the most reliable allies this country has ever had. He came out today with a message that blasts European anti-Americanism as madness. Blair, … Continue reading →

Posted in War, World news | 2 Comments

The Man Who Loves Dictators….

Posted on September 13, 2006 by Gaius

…Endorses Ned Lamont. Isn't that special? Jimmy Carter, who never passes up a chance to cozy up to a dictator and endorse him, has come out four-square for Ned Lamont. NEW HAVEN, Conn. – Democrat Ned Lamont said Wednesday the … Continue reading →

Posted in Politics | 2 Comments

Stupid+Irresponsible=Murtha

Posted on September 13, 2006 by Gaius

This is not a partisan attack. This is not based on any political beliefs whatsoever. This is based on the welfare of the troops. I would write this exact same thing regardless of what political parties were involved in what roles. … Continue reading →

Posted in Politics | 10 Comments

A Huge Opportunity Missed Completely

Posted on September 13, 2006 by Gaius

The Russian parliament has missed a golden opportunity of, quite literally, astronomical proportions. After introducing a measure into the Duma, the motion failed to carry, 42-252. Alexei Mitrofanov had brought the measure to a vote, asking the legislative body to … Continue reading →

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Art Declared Legally Dead In France

Posted on September 13, 2006 by Gaius

A French judge has ruled that art is officially dead in France. The ruling allows an eyesore that the village of Saint-Romain au Mont d'Or wanted razed to remain. Because the "Abode of Chaos" is, the judge says, art. Since 2001, businessman Thierry … Continue reading →

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Shooting Rampage In Canada

Posted on September 13, 2006 by Gaius

A gunman walked into a crowded cafeteria at Dawson College in Montreal and opened fire. An unknown number of people were wounded before the shooter took his own life. Details are extremely sketchy at the moment with a lot of … Continue reading →

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Sorry, Guys. This Is A DUMB Rule

Posted on September 13, 2006 by Gaius

If reports are true, an opportunity to hit a large group of Taliban was not taken. The reason? They were gathered in a cemetery for a funeral. The Rules of Engagement (ROE) forbid firing into a cemetery. WASHINGTON – Taliban … Continue reading →

Posted in Dumb Stuff, War | 2 Comments

Reaching Out

Posted on September 13, 2006 by Gaius

Jules Crittenden from the Boston Herald has an open letter to the folks on the left. Maybe he can reach a few people. You ask if I really think we have enemies who want to kill us. I judge them … Continue reading →

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Thin Air

Posted on September 13, 2006 by Gaius

Reports are that Air America will declare bankruptcy. They have already begun laying off staffers (with no severance pay, thank you very much – so much for being strong supporters of workers everywhere). Best line in the linked story: The … Continue reading →

Posted in Business, Left Wing | 3 Comments

Stop The Lies!

Posted on September 13, 2006 by Gaius

The authorities in New Zealand continue to spread misinformation and untruths about the object that streaked through the sky and rattled houses in Christchurch on Tuesday. They continue to say it was just a meteor. The elaborate subterfuge they are … Continue reading →

Posted in Foto Phun | 4 Comments

New Game Show

Posted on September 13, 2006 by Gaius

Jim over at bRight and Early is soliciting questions and answers for his new game show project he's developing for one of the major television networks. Please remember, your response must be in the form of a question. (Not politically … Continue reading →

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Flogging A Dead Zombie

Posted on September 13, 2006 by Gaius

Baron Samedi has got to be rolling around on the floor, laughing so hard that he can't stand up. The Plame/Wilson Full Employment For Lawyers Program® has now decided to add Richard Armitage to the lawsuit they already filed against … Continue reading →

Posted in Left Wing, Media, Politics | 1 Comment

On Chickens Counted Too Soon

Posted on September 13, 2006 by Gaius

As a long time observer of politics in this country, one of the things I always find interesting is how quickly things can turn around. It can be something as simple as a mistake in how something is phrased to … Continue reading →

Posted in Politics | 2 Comments