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Thursday, July 17
7/17/08: Random Bushism Of The Day
"When I was coming up, it was a dangerous world, and you knew exactly who they were," he said. "It was us vs. them, and it was clear who them was. Today, we are not so sure who the they are, but we know they're there."—Iowa Western Community College, Jan 21, 2000
San Diego LGBT Pride 2008 This Weekend (Updated)
Have fun and support diversity at the same time! Join 150,000 other spectators at the parade on Saturday, July 19th. It's a one-mile long route in Hillcrest of floats, gay-friendly San Diego politicians, music, and of course,dancing! After the last float drifts by, head to the beautiful Balboa Park for the Pride festival. $15 for Saturday, $25 for Saturday and Sunday. Vendors, food, beer gardens, and entertainment all weekend long. Comedienne Kathy Griffin headlines Sunday, July 20th along with a performance by the excellent Melissa Ferrick. Don't miss out!
Update: Pics from Parade http://picasaweb.google.com/shaijinx/SanDiegoPrideParade2008
Tuesday, July 15
7/15/08:Random Bushism Of The Day
"Tribal sovereignty means that, it's sovereign. You're a—you've been given sovereignty, and you're viewed as a sovereign entity. And, therefore, the relationship between the federal government and tribes is one between sovereign entities."—Washington, D.C., Aug. 6, 2004
Monday, July 14
7/14/08: Random Bushism Of The Day
"You know, when you give a man more money in his pocket—in this case, a woman more money in her pocket to expand a business, it—they build new buildings. And when somebody builds a new building somebody has got to come and build the building. And when the building expanded it prevented additional opportunities for people to work."—Lancaster, Pa., Oct. 3, 2007
Sunday, July 13
7/13/08: Random Bushism Of The Day
"I want to tell you how proud I am to be the President of a nation that -- in which there's a lot of Philippine-Americans. They love America and they love their heritage. And I reminded the President that I am reminded of the great talent of the -- of our Philippine-Americans when I eat dinner at the White House." --George W. Bush, meeting with Filipino President Gloria Macapagal Arroyo, Washington, D.C., June 24, 2008
Friday, July 11
Wednesday, July 9
Tuesday, July 8
San Diego This Weekend
The 28th Annual U.S. Open Sandcastle Competition is July 12th and 13th in Imperial Beach. Kids competition is Saturday with the open competition following on Sunday. The street festival is always a great time. Food, vendors and musical entertainment..how can you argue with that? Check it out!
Saturday, July 5
Friday, July 4
Morning Joe and Maddow Clash
So, yesterday I watched MSNBC's political program called Race for the White House. It was guest hosted by Joe Scarborough, the host of Morning Joe and a former GOP congressman. His panel consisted of three conservatives and one liberal - Rachel Maddow, host of her own radio show on Air America. Joe quotes Senator McCain's statement declaring that Senator Obama has always claimed that he would "begin withdrawing American troops from Iraq immediately". He claims Obama is a flip-flopper because now he says he will consult with commanders about the safest way to do that and he might have to refine his timeline of 16 months due to the actions on the ground. Rachel defends Obama stating repeatedly that his position on withdrawal is consistent - phased withdrawal of one to two brigades a month with discussions about the safety of the troops with commanders. Rachel mentions Susan Rice's statement three months ago claiming the same position, proving it is not a flip-flop. Joe says that it is Obama's word that matters, not his surrogate's. Joe claims that on the ABC debate, Obama says something different. Rachel disagrees and tells Joe to show the tape. The tape is shown and Obama's answer is consistent. Joe then states that David Plouffe, Obama's campaign manager, says "16 months tops". He refuses to accept Obama's actual words at the debate - "I will still listen to the generals when it comes to tactics" - as proof of his consistency. Rachel is hysterical with laughter at this point because the whole argument is just so ridiculous. Rice's statement to disprove Joe's thesis is not acceptable, but Plouffe's statement can be used to prove his point? At one point, Joe asks anyone on the panel to raise their hand if they agree with Rachel. Nobody does. Rachel mentions the setup of the panel where Joe indulges in his first insult: "I don't know that this has anything to do with conservatives or liberals, it has to do with the English language". Seriously? To Rachel Maddow?? Not only is she one of the most articulate political analysts in American media today, not only does she have a doctorate in political science, but she is also a Rhodes scholar! Rachel is still cracking up when Joe decides that an insultingly sexist remark would be the best way to cut her down. "You might support Obama, but you've got the Clinton cackle down, Rachel." WTF! Click on post title for transcript and video
Thursday, July 3
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