Archive for August, 2008

There’s Good News and Bad News

Saturday, August 30th, 2008 Posted in Political Commentary | 5 Comments »

First the good news, Obama's acceptance speech at the Democratic National Convention was a truly inspirational address that's certain to rally his supporters as well as win over many of ... Read more..

Hillary Clinton’s Call for Unity

Tuesday, August 26th, 2008 Posted in Political Commentary | 1 Comment »

The expectation was for Hillary Clinton to call for, in no uncertain terms, her supporters to pledge their support for Barack Obama and in an impassioned speech before the Democratic ... Read more..

John McCain: The Wrong Choice for Working Americans

Wednesday, August 20th, 2008 Posted in Political Commentary | 4 Comments »

If there was still any doubt that a John McCain presidency would mean four more years of Bush's disastrous economic policy, a recent interview with conservative radio host Laura Ingraham ... Read more..

Nuance vs. Simplicity

Monday, August 18th, 2008 Posted in Political Commentary | 3 Comments »

I didn't watch the Rick Warren Saddleback forum.  I'm not exactly sure why Barack Obama agreed to do it in the first place.  Obviously Obama would like to get a ... Read more..

Figureheads Change but the Song Remains the Same

Tuesday, August 12th, 2008 Posted in Political Commentary | 2 Comments »

When former Attorney General, Alberto Gonzales resigned in disgrace last year, it was hoped that his successor, Michael Mukasey would return professionalism to the Justice Department.  The Department of Justice ... Read more..

FBI Admits to Improperly Obtaining Reporters’ Phone Records

Monday, August 11th, 2008 Posted in Political Commentary | No Comments »

In an article buried on page A15, the New York Times reports that the Federal Bureau of Investigation has admitted to improperly obtaining the phone records of certain reporters.  The ... Read more..

America Can Breathe Easier With Bin Laden Driver Conviction

Friday, August 8th, 2008 Posted in Political Commentary | 3 Comments »

In a verdict that surprised no one, Bin Laden's driver, Salim Ahmed Hamdan was convicted of providing material support to terrorism.  Hamdan was however, acquitted on the more serious charge ... Read more..

The Reality Behind Republican Talking Points

Thursday, August 7th, 2008 Posted in Political Commentary | 5 Comments »

Republicans are often credited with their ability to stay on message.  Their capacity for presenting a united front is unmatched by the Democratic Party.  This is hardly surprising though when ... Read more..

When Should Journalists Reveal Their Sources

Monday, August 4th, 2008 Posted in Political Commentary | 8 Comments »

Back in 2004, Judith Miller was cited for contempt because she refused to name the source of the leak that identified Valerie Plame as an undercover CIA operative.  Miller ultimately ... Read more..