Category Archives: politics

19% of New Jersey voters have tattoos

Does this seem like an odd poll to you? It kind of made me laugh when I saw it on FB. Check it out. Do you have a tattoo? More than one? Would you get one? Did you just never … Continue reading

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Ads on Public Vehicles?

This has been coming up more and more lately, as budgets are squeezed – supposedly by the horrid economy. This particular story says that the city of Baltimore is considering putting advertising on the sides of their fire trucks, to … Continue reading

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Priceless…

I love this video, especially the Professor, near the end: It really makes me wonder, though, if it had any affect on anyone they talked to? Did the students make the parallel between redistribution of grades and redistribution of wealth? … Continue reading

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Ann Romney And The Mommy Wars

This has been all over the place this week and I wondered what you all thought about it. First here’s a look. Here’s another. Women on blogs all over the country are still fighting about this. The mommy wars have … Continue reading

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What If?

Sheriff Joe Arpaio has come forward with the news that, for the last six months, his Cold Case Investigative Team has been researching the validity of the long-form birth certificate released by the Obama Administration last year. My question is … Continue reading

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Voter ID

I was talking about this with my mom the other day and she’s about as democrat as I’m republican and she brought it up but honestly, I don’t see this as a big deal and it has caused a lot … Continue reading

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A Huge Disconnect

Some of us spend a little time wallowing in the mud of a “mommy blog” entitled The Stir. Intended to evoke images of sitting around the table drinking coffee and chatting with a bunch of girlfriends (hence “the stir” – … Continue reading

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A Better Way

Apparently, I am officially an Iowan, based on the fact that I used the phrase “needs cleaned” this afternoon with Josh and his friend Collin. As in, “this room needs cleaned before Collin goes home.” Eh, it doesn’t surprise me. … Continue reading

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What do you think?

Day after sentencing, ousted Illinois Gov, Rod Blagojevich counts last days until prison. What do you think? Do you think his punishment is fair? Do you feel it fits the crime?

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What’s Your Take?

By now, everyone’s heard the news about Sharon Bialek, the fourth woman to accuse Herman Cain of sexual harrassment some fifteen years ago. Since the very first day, Cain has maintained his innocence. Members of the press have accused him … Continue reading

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Coming Soon to an Evil Bank Near You…

credit: http://ifunny.mobi/#1439879, but that’s not the same picture. it’s one of those “random” sites where you just click through the pics. Click long enough and you’ll probably find this one again.

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DOWN WITH EVIL CORPORATIONS!

You know, I’m not even sure I understand what all these people are protesting. In general, I don’t go for protesting. I think there are better ways to get your point across and tend to think peoples feeling get the … Continue reading

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Should Hank Williams Jr. remain voice of ‘Monday Night Football’?

Did anyone notice anything different about the opening of Monday Night Football last night? Okay, no more Hank Williams Jr singing his Monday Night Football song. Here is what he did if you don’t know. So then, do we not have freedom … Continue reading

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Would you use the word “Corrupt?”

Almost half of US voters think Congress is corrupt, and 85% believe Congressmen are more interested in helping their own careers, than other people. Would you use the loaded word ‘corrupt,’ to describe the majority of politicians, or could it … Continue reading

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Do Great Mothers Make Great Leaders?

Raising a family can’t be much different from leading a nation, can it? What skills do you think are needed to be the President of the USA? Do you think a mother would make a better President than a non … Continue reading

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What do you think is the “reason?”

A new PEW study reveals that a majority of Americans believe elected officials get caught in tawdry sex scandals more often, not because they have lower moral standards, but because they are under greater scrutiny. Here are a few who … Continue reading

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Oh my goodness!!!

Can anyone tell me what’s wrong with this outfit? It’s sure causing all kinds of rapid fire Playboy talk. How come Sarah’s outfit is wrong but this one is okay and didn’t get any “posing for Playboy” comments? What’s wrong … Continue reading

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BIG RANT!!!!

I’m so irritated RIGHT NOW that I’m pretty sure steam is coming out of my ears. I’m not even sure how to write this and/or what to say other than I need to vent. I’d like to ask you all … Continue reading

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Pull up a Voting Booth

Well, usually, I choose a good place to sit and chat.  I try and provide refreshments, and encourage conversation.  But today, I’m going a little different route… I’m gathering everyone together and telling you… GO VOTE!! It doesn’t matter who … Continue reading

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Gotta Pay to Play

This story is sad and appalling.  Gene Cranick lives in rural Tennessee, where there is no fire protection district, like many of us are accustomed to.  His taxes do not go to support the closest fire department, but that department … Continue reading

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A Presidential Quandary

What do you think of the “New” Oval Office? It is the President’s prerogative to redecorate ‘his’ office, and it’s pretty common occurrence.  Each president is entitled to put his stamp on the room where he will be working, where … Continue reading

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It’s about being neighborly

There are so many issues surrounding the proposed Community Center/Mosque, called “Cordoba House” near Ground Zero that I don’t know where to start. A list seems like a good idea, as the issues pop to mind: It’s very close to … Continue reading

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New Statue

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It’s for the Children

This just blows my mind. I cannot wrap my head around this.  My first reaction to this woman (after making fun of her pronunciation of “cheeuldrun”) was to yell, “GO TO THE LIBRARY, YOU MORON!!!” At that point, Steve left … Continue reading

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Jesse Ventura. What do you think?

Ah, Jesse Ventura. Former Governor of uh, um…….my state of Minnesota! Is this guy a kook or what? I mean really. Have any of you heard him talk about his new book? “American Conspiracies: Lies, Lies and More Dirty Lies the Government Tells Us.” He was … Continue reading

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