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They Never Cease To Shock

John Hawkins sometimes quotes outrageous statements he finds posted at The Democratic Underground. Some of those quotes are pretty shocking, but since the posters are anonymous I sometimes wonder if they are all written by crazed liberals or if some are left by jokesters. I find that preferable to believing there are so many crazy […]

How to Avoid a Blogosphere Scandal: No Sockpuppetry!

Hey, RWN readers. I’m guest-blogging for John today. Hope you enjoy my scribblings. – La Shawn Barber Part I — How to Avoid a Blogosphere Scandal: Disclose! Part II — How to Avoid a Blogosphere Scandal: Don’t Plagiarize! I’m not a big fan of the anonymous (or pseudonymous) blogger or commenter. I blog under my […]

Those who fail to learn from history…

From Phyllis Schlafly’s Safe-Not Sorry… For the privilege of building 1,700 TFX fighter planes, bids were submitted in January 1962 by two manufacturers: the Boeing Company and General Dynamics Corporation. Much suspense and anticipation built up during the many months the decision was pending, because whoever won the contract would get the choicest plum in […]

Never Mind

At Townhall today I write about how my childhood memories of Emily Litella come to mind when I see the way the media treat corrections to major stories that they have gotten wrong — with little more than a “never mind.” There have been quite a few “never mind” media opportunites during the Bush years. […]

RWN’s Holiday Schedule

I’m going to be taking a couple of days off for the Labor Day holiday. However, as always, the show must go on. Today, RWN will have guest bloggers. Make sure to give a warm welcome to: Patrick Hynes from Ankle Biting Pundits Danny Carlton from Jack Lewis La Shawn Barber from La Shawn Barber’s […]

Q&A Thursday #48: The Fauxtography Scandals

Question: “I actually have a question for John (rather belatedly). John, while you’ve linked to the articles, I notice you haven’t had much to say about the ‘fauxtography’ scandals- the questionable photos and practices highlighted in the recent fighting over in Lebanon. Any reason why? Do you feel it has enough coverage in the blogosphere? […]

Q&A Thursday #48: What Do You Think Of Mixed Martial Arts?

Question: “I have noticed that your a pro wrestling fan and with that in mind, are you a Mixed Martial Arts (or MMA) fan? Do you think MMA will eventually overcome boxing in terms of popularity?” — DMaestas Answer: I’ve always enjoyed martial arts movies and when I was in college, I spent about a […]

Format Break: Stereotypes Make Moderate Muslims Into Terrorists?

Here’s a fascinating glimpse into the mind of a 19 year-old Muslim beauty queen in Britain: The first Muslim to be crowned Miss England has warned that stereotyping members of her community is leading some towards extremism. …She said: “The attitude towards Muslims has got worse over the year. Also the Muslims’ attitude to British […]

Q&A Thursday #48: Who Would You Like To Retire?

Question: “If you could choose one Liberal/Democrat politician/blogger/pundit to announce tomorrow that they are resigning/quitting tomorrow and vow to never speak about politics again in public, who would you choose? Which Conservative/Republican would you choose to do the same thing?” — DMaestas Answer: On the left, it would be Jimmy Carter. He’s embarrassingly naive, foolish, […]

Daily News For August 31, 2006

Domestic Bush Nominates 5 As Appeals Court Judges A California Accord That Will Give The State The Toughest Laws In The Nation On Cutting Greenhouse Gas Emissions Video: Muslim Hit And Run Killer In San Francisco Referred To Himself As A Terrorist According To A Witness Republican Pork King Ted Stevens Is Responsible For The […]

Q&A Thursday #48

Today is Q&A Thursday #47 at RWN. Of course, the Q&A day is Friday normally, but since there will be guest bloggers on RWN Friday (I’m taking it off for Labor Day Week-end), I thought it made sense to move it up a day. So, if there’s a subject you’ve been wanting me to tackle […]

The DA Made The Right Call By Bringing Karr In

Some people, perhaps because of the humiliation they suffered when their assumption that Mark Karr killed JonBenet Ramsey turned out to be false, have been lashing out at District Attorney Mary Lacy for having Karr flown back to the US from Thailand: “The prosecutor in the JonBenet Ramsey case Tuesday defended her decision to bring […]

A 2006 Election Update On The House

The Iowa-01 seat currently held by Jim Nussle keeps getting listed as one of most vulnerable seats for the GOP. That’s because the district leans a little bit to the left. However, I’ve interviewed Mike Whalen, the Rightroots Endorsed GOP candidate in that district, and am privy to their internal polling numbers. Although I am […]

Daily News For August 30, 2006

Domestic Man Named Omeed Aziz Popal Goes On Hit And Run Spree In San Francisco Yes, Omeed Aziz Popal, Is A Muslim Arnold Schwarzenegger Yesterday Signed A Bill That Would Require All Businesses And Groups Receiving State Funding — Even If It’s A State Grant For A Student — To Condone Homosexuality, Bisexuality And Transsexuality […]

The Conservative Case Against Rudy Giuliani In 2008

Rudy Giuliani, a contender for the Presidency in 2008, is receiving an inordinate amount of positive attention. That’s quite understandable since Rudy is charismatic, did a great job on the campaign trail for President Bush in 2004, and his phenomenal performance after 9/11 was much appreciated. However, likeable or not, having Rudy as the GOP’s […]

Alienating The Base To Appeal To The Middle Is Political Suicide

After reading my Conservative Case Against Rudy Giuliani In 2008 column, slightly rightward leaning middle-of-the-roader (How’s that for a description, lol) Ann Althouse wrote in part: “But what about the potential to appeal to people like me who are in the middle? What I like about Giuliani is his ability to embody the strong national […]

Another Pro-Illegal Immigration Rally

Bridget Johnson attended a pro-illegal immigration rally in Maywood, California this week-end and here’s just one of the signs she caught on camera: This is the same protest where they ran a Mexican flag up the flagpole at the Post Office. Remind me again why people like George Bush, Harry Reid, John McCain, Ted Kennedy, […]

So Very Perfect By Betsy Newmark

The Marines holding Saddam Hussein have found something even crueler than waterboarding. They’re making Saddam watch South Park making fun of him. Former Iraqi dictator Saddam Hussein is being made to watch his appearance in cult cartoon South Park while he is behind bars. The deposed leader on trial in Iraq was featured in the […]