Daily Archives: November 2, 2006

I Wasn’t Going To

Posted on November 2, 2006 by Gaius

But I kind of feel like I have to write something about this sudden ruckus in Colorado. There has been a burst of media – and a blog storm – about Ted Haggard. I really know nothing about the man. … Continue reading →

Posted in Media, Politics | 12 Comments

The November Surprise

Posted on November 2, 2006 by Gaius

Courtesy of the New York Times. If what information I am getting right now is correct, there is a Drudge report that the NYT plans a surprise for tomorrow. As it shows right now on Drudge: NYT REPORTING FRIDAY, SOURCES … Continue reading →

Posted in Blogosphere, Iran, Media, War | 18 Comments

Socially Acceptable

Posted on November 2, 2006 by Gaius

Well, at least now we know what the president of the University of Pennsylvania considers appropriate attire at her annual Halloween bash. It will be a relief for those people who have been hiding those costumes they thought might not … Continue reading →

Posted in Insanity, Left Wing, The Ivory Tower | 1 Comment

Amber Alert!

Posted on November 2, 2006 by Gaius

Spread the word! Amber alert! Tweet

Posted in Blogosphere, Humor | 1 Comment

Terrorist Survey Says: Vote Democrat

Posted on November 2, 2006 by Gaius

Yeah, like Allah says, I'm sure there will be shrieks from some folks that it is just plain mean to point this stuff out. But it should be pointed out. Terrorists, hardline Iranian mullahs and other warmhearted folk like that … Continue reading →

Posted in Politics | 2 Comments

Now THAT’S Security

Posted on November 2, 2006 by Gaius

A 25 year old Polish burglar pulled up to a partially built new house in the city of Gliwice with the intent of robbing it. That's when his luck ran out. It seems that there was a security guard stationed … Continue reading →

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Dishonest, Dishonorable And Unworthy

Posted on November 2, 2006 by Gaius

I read things like this and I wonder how someone can go through life so educated and yet be so blind. The Massachusetts Democrat apologized for his statement yesterday, but he needn't have, because he said nothing to offend soldiers … Continue reading →

Posted in Media, Personal Thoughts | 10 Comments

Mexican Forces Assault Last Leftist Stronghold

Posted on November 2, 2006 by Gaius

It appears that Mexican forces have launched an all-out assault on the university in Oaxaca that was the last redoubt of the leftists who have been destroying that city. Mark in Mexico has the details. H/T to Adirondack Base Camp … Continue reading →

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Valour-IT Reminder – Make It Happen!

Posted on November 2, 2006 by Gaius

Project Valour-IT works to give voice-activated computers to wounded American troops. There is a friendly competition between backers of the four branches of service to see who can reach their goals the fastest. Those of us on the Army team … Continue reading →

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Steele Surges

Posted on November 2, 2006 by Gaius

Michael Steele has closed in on Democratic candidate Benjamin Cardin with the latest poll showing a 6 point gap between the two. Absolute numbers are always chancy, but seem to be especially so this year, so it is not so … Continue reading →

Posted in Politics | 1 Comment

Weird Season

Posted on November 2, 2006 by Gaius

In what may be the oddest thing to come out in this horrible election cycle, the Republican running to replace the disgraced Mark Foley is running a very, very strong race. Even though this comes from the New York Times, and … Continue reading →

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Mexican Authorities Still Trying To Calm Oaxaca

Posted on November 2, 2006 by Gaius

The Mexican forces dispatched to Oaxaca are still trying to gain control and are slowly asserting themselves in more areas of the city. But the artisans who rely on tourists to buy their goods are in serious trouble. The leftists … Continue reading →

Posted in World news | 1 Comment

The New York Times And An Outright Lie

Posted on November 2, 2006 by Gaius

This is, as Patterico says, an absolute jaw-dropper. This is not a distortion. This is not using slanted or loaded language. This is not selective reporting of only the facts you want out there. This is not even creative editing … Continue reading →

Posted in Left Wing, Media | 2 Comments

Virginia Senate

Posted on November 2, 2006 by Gaius

Ed Morrisey has a series of still photos that were taken just prior to the video of Mike Stark getting taken to the floor after attempting to charge George Allen. The pictures show Stark assaulting someone who appears to be … Continue reading →

Posted in Politics | 13 Comments

The More Things Change

Posted on November 2, 2006 by Gaius

Robert Kagan, writing in the Washington Post,  reminds America and the world not of the differences between our political parties, but about the actually quite astounding continuity of American foreign policy over the years. There is much in that policy … Continue reading →

Posted in War | 4 Comments