Daily Archives: December 6, 2008

Joe Who?

Posted on December 6, 2008 by Gaius

The silent man speaks. Or rather, he doesn’t actually speak. Others speak for him. Or down to him, as the case may be. Dialing back his predecessor’s expansive view of the office, Vice President-elect Joe Biden plans on “restoring the … Continue reading →

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The Royal Navy On Guard

Posted on December 6, 2008 by Gaius

The Telegraph reports on the latest “deployment” of the Royal Navy. The frigate HMS Northumberland, which is armed with guided missiles, torpedoes and a Lynx helicopter, was due to be sent on patrol to the islands this month. But it … Continue reading →

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The Propaganda Begins

Posted on December 6, 2008 by Gaius

Jammie Wearing Fool points out the obvious: There is a reason the economy is shedding jobs at an alarming rate. So let’s summarize the plan: 1. Take over 17% of the economy by nationalizing health care services. 2. Be offensive … Continue reading →

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