In his new book, former Bush press secretary Scott McClellan takes a hard look at the logic of deception and spin that took America to a war of choice in Iraq.
While some of us knew that from the get go, most Americans ( including the House and the Senate) bought the argument to go to war and the so call " evidence" ( cooked by the Bush Administration with the help of the CIA) of the WMD and other tall tales of uranium cake from Niger. Not to forget, of course, the pending doom of " mushroom clouds " mentioned ad nauseum by Dick Cheney.
McClellan states that the Bush Administration used a " political propaganda campaign " to sell the Iraq war to Americans. The real goal, directly from the neo-cons playbook, was of course to " reshape the Middle-East " starting with Iraq on the premise of " spreading freedom and democracy ".
Well, now, it should be obvious to almost anyone with a brain, that the Neo-cons pull a con job on Americans. It seems that Bush and his inner circle started believing their own spin and propaganda.
I will be more blunt than McClellan: The American people were told LIES in order to implement the Neo-con' s ideology.
To read more and listen to an interview of Scott McClellan go to:
http://www.npr.org/templates/story/story.php?storyId=90923282
Friday, May 30, 2008
Tuesday, May 20, 2008
Is President Bush " radioactive "?
Well, he seems to be according at least to Republican Congressman Tom Davis. It is quite ironic considering that the President has problem saying the word " nuclear " properly.
In the aftermath of losing three special elections, back to back, in once solidly Republicans Districts. The 1st one in Illinois ( seat of former House Speaker Hastert), the 2nd one in Mississippi and the 3rd one in Louisiana. The Democrats winning in both Southern states are " Reagan Democrats ", social conservative favoring pro-life and protection of gun's ownership rights.
This is how Rep. Tom Davis voices his concerns in a memorandum he just sent to the GOP's leadership:
" They( the three special elections) are canaries in the coal mine, warning of far greater losses in the fall, if steps are not taken to remedy the current climate. These races were not in New-Jersey or New-England, where Republicans erosion has taken place over the last decade. They were in the heart of the Bible Belt, the social conservative core of our coalition. "
Some national polls are tracking the GOP 20% behind the Democrats for the November's elections. The GOP could loose the South and the Bible Belt in 2008, ending Karl Rove's dream of a permanent majority.
To read Tom Davis entire memo to the GOP's leadership go to:
http://www.cq.com/flatfiles/editorialFiles/temporaryItems/2008/20080515-tom-davis-memo.pdf
In the aftermath of losing three special elections, back to back, in once solidly Republicans Districts. The 1st one in Illinois ( seat of former House Speaker Hastert), the 2nd one in Mississippi and the 3rd one in Louisiana. The Democrats winning in both Southern states are " Reagan Democrats ", social conservative favoring pro-life and protection of gun's ownership rights.
This is how Rep. Tom Davis voices his concerns in a memorandum he just sent to the GOP's leadership:
" They( the three special elections) are canaries in the coal mine, warning of far greater losses in the fall, if steps are not taken to remedy the current climate. These races were not in New-Jersey or New-England, where Republicans erosion has taken place over the last decade. They were in the heart of the Bible Belt, the social conservative core of our coalition. "
Some national polls are tracking the GOP 20% behind the Democrats for the November's elections. The GOP could loose the South and the Bible Belt in 2008, ending Karl Rove's dream of a permanent majority.
To read Tom Davis entire memo to the GOP's leadership go to:
http://www.cq.com/flatfiles/editorialFiles/temporaryItems/2008/20080515-tom-davis-memo.pdf
Monday, May 12, 2008
Is " Maverick", McCain, turning into a trigger happy loose cannon?
President Bush's official heir, McCain, cranked up his aggressive rhetoric towards Hamas over the week-end. He stated : " I will be Hamas's worst nightmare..." and had the audacity to say that Hamas was supporting....Obama in the US elections.
This kind of conterproductive stances remind us of the one made by Bush when he told Iraqi's insurgents to " Bring it on..." a few years ago.
The overall situation in the Middle-East, thanks to the Bush administration reckless policy, is grim. Beside the Iraq fiasco, we have now a civil war brewing in Lebanon, still no prospect of resolution between Israel & Palestine and Turkey attacking Iraq's Kurds within Iraq's border.
Well, at least we know what to expect if McCain is elected; Another four years of " My way or the highway" diplomacy and, yet, another trigger-happy Commander in Chief.
The choice is clear for American voters.
For more info about McCain's statement on Hamas and Obama go read Harold Pollack's article in the Huffington Post @ http://www.huffingtonpost.com/harold-pollack/mccains-nonsense-about-ha_b_98786.html
This kind of conterproductive stances remind us of the one made by Bush when he told Iraqi's insurgents to " Bring it on..." a few years ago.
The overall situation in the Middle-East, thanks to the Bush administration reckless policy, is grim. Beside the Iraq fiasco, we have now a civil war brewing in Lebanon, still no prospect of resolution between Israel & Palestine and Turkey attacking Iraq's Kurds within Iraq's border.
Well, at least we know what to expect if McCain is elected; Another four years of " My way or the highway" diplomacy and, yet, another trigger-happy Commander in Chief.
The choice is clear for American voters.
For more info about McCain's statement on Hamas and Obama go read Harold Pollack's article in the Huffington Post @ http://www.huffingtonpost.com/harold-pollack/mccains-nonsense-about-ha_b_98786.html
Saturday, May 10, 2008
McCain's new problem: Newsweek reveals that his GOP's convention manager has ties with Burma's Junta.
This sould be very significant for the voters, it shows a poor judgement in people's character.
Is McCain following in his mentor's ( Pres. Bush) foot steps?
It is a reminder of the various incompetent and dubious choices in high ranking officials by the Bush administration, one can't help of thinking of, Governor Bremer, Alberto Gonzalez and of course Michael Brown from FEMA's post Katrina fame, just to name a few. Would McCain, if elected, make similar bad choices? It is what Americans should worry about.
To read more go to my blog on redblueamerica @ http://redblueamerica.com/blog/2008-05-10/sen-mccains-new-problem-his-gops-convention-manager-resigns-because-ties-with-burmas-junta-3541
To go directly to the Newsweek link go to: http://www.blog.newsweek.com/blogs/stumper/archive/2008/05/10/mccain-convention-manager-resigns-after-newsweek-reveals-burma-ties.aspx
Is McCain following in his mentor's ( Pres. Bush) foot steps?
It is a reminder of the various incompetent and dubious choices in high ranking officials by the Bush administration, one can't help of thinking of, Governor Bremer, Alberto Gonzalez and of course Michael Brown from FEMA's post Katrina fame, just to name a few. Would McCain, if elected, make similar bad choices? It is what Americans should worry about.
To read more go to my blog on redblueamerica @ http://redblueamerica.com/blog/2008-05-10/sen-mccains-new-problem-his-gops-convention-manager-resigns-because-ties-with-burmas-junta-3541
To go directly to the Newsweek link go to: http://www.blog.newsweek.com/blogs/stumper/archive/2008/05/10/mccain-convention-manager-resigns-after-newsweek-reveals-burma-ties.aspx
Friday, May 9, 2008
Will demographic be the " Decider " of the 2008's elections?
Senator Obama has more support among younger and urban voters than Senator Clinton does.
On the other hand, she performs better than him in the rural areas, with blue collars and voters older than 65.
At this juncture, the key factor that will decide the November's elections outcome could be pure demographic. Older voters are more " reliable " than the young demographic.
The main question is: Will older democrats ( Clinton's key demographic) vote for Sen. McCain if Sen. Obama is the Dems nominee? If they do, the only way Sen. Obama can defeat Sen.McCain is if the young democrats turn up in record numbers at the polls, in November.
If you are into political polls, you can find more or less any information you need @ http://www.usaelectionpolls.com/2008/national-polls.html
On the other hand, she performs better than him in the rural areas, with blue collars and voters older than 65.
At this juncture, the key factor that will decide the November's elections outcome could be pure demographic. Older voters are more " reliable " than the young demographic.
The main question is: Will older democrats ( Clinton's key demographic) vote for Sen. McCain if Sen. Obama is the Dems nominee? If they do, the only way Sen. Obama can defeat Sen.McCain is if the young democrats turn up in record numbers at the polls, in November.
If you are into political polls, you can find more or less any information you need @ http://www.usaelectionpolls.com/2008/national-polls.html
Russia celebrates its victory over Germany by a Soviet style military parade.
During his two terms as President, Vladimir Putin has attempted to remake Russia into a major world power.
As he is "stepping down" from president to prime minister, Vladimir Putin will remain the man running Russia with an iron fist.
Some analysts are raising the possibility that Putin's Russia represents a threat for the West, and could perhaps even be the start of a New Cold War.
"The New Cold War " is the title of Edward Lucas new book. Edward Lucas is the Economist's former Moscow Bureau Chief. To read about Ed Lucas sobering assessement on the topic go to: http://www.fpa.org/pubs_inventory2418/pubs_inventory_show.htm?doc_id=670602
As he is "stepping down" from president to prime minister, Vladimir Putin will remain the man running Russia with an iron fist.
Some analysts are raising the possibility that Putin's Russia represents a threat for the West, and could perhaps even be the start of a New Cold War.
"The New Cold War " is the title of Edward Lucas new book. Edward Lucas is the Economist's former Moscow Bureau Chief. To read about Ed Lucas sobering assessement on the topic go to: http://www.fpa.org/pubs_inventory2418/pubs_inventory_show.htm?doc_id=670602
Is Senator McCain the ultimate flip-flopper?
The List is extensive, and because of his long political career getting longer and more problematic for him by the minute.
Senator McCain has painted himself as a " Maverick " riding his " Staight talk express ", that could have being the case in 2000. However, in 2008 it is not the case. It feels, now, that SenMcCain goes with the permanent changing wind of political circumstances with no regard for his own original principles. It doesn't give, in any case, the indication of a steady character and of an ability to stay cool under pressure.
This is a partial list of Sen McCain's flip-flops:
1- Sen. McCain used to say of Jerry Falwell and Pastor Hagee that they were " agent of intolerance" ( 2002), but now he cozy up to them for part of the Evangelists vote.
2- Sen.McCain used to oppose President Bush's tax cuts for the wealthy, but now he is for them.
3-Sen.McCain supported the campain finance reform measure ( the McCain/Feingold bill), but in June he stopped pushing the bill.
4- Sen. McCain was both for and against state promotion of the Confederate flag.
5- Sen. McCain is for and against overturning Roe versus Wade.
6-Sen. McCain was anti-ethanol, now he is pro-ethanol ( Iowa's farmers may be ?).
7-Sen.McCain also changed his tune on yet another of his own bill. The (good) immigration bill ( McCain/Kennedy bill), when he realized that most GOP's voters were against it.
To read more on this topic go to: http://www.thecarpetbaggerreport.com/archives/9111.html
Senator McCain has painted himself as a " Maverick " riding his " Staight talk express ", that could have being the case in 2000. However, in 2008 it is not the case. It feels, now, that SenMcCain goes with the permanent changing wind of political circumstances with no regard for his own original principles. It doesn't give, in any case, the indication of a steady character and of an ability to stay cool under pressure.
This is a partial list of Sen McCain's flip-flops:
1- Sen. McCain used to say of Jerry Falwell and Pastor Hagee that they were " agent of intolerance" ( 2002), but now he cozy up to them for part of the Evangelists vote.
2- Sen.McCain used to oppose President Bush's tax cuts for the wealthy, but now he is for them.
3-Sen.McCain supported the campain finance reform measure ( the McCain/Feingold bill), but in June he stopped pushing the bill.
4- Sen. McCain was both for and against state promotion of the Confederate flag.
5- Sen. McCain is for and against overturning Roe versus Wade.
6-Sen. McCain was anti-ethanol, now he is pro-ethanol ( Iowa's farmers may be ?).
7-Sen.McCain also changed his tune on yet another of his own bill. The (good) immigration bill ( McCain/Kennedy bill), when he realized that most GOP's voters were against it.
To read more on this topic go to: http://www.thecarpetbaggerreport.com/archives/9111.html
Guest Blog/ Hillary Clinton: The psycho ex-girlfriend of the Democatic party.
Senator Clinton's nomination seems more and more unlikely, yet as more " big Guns" within the Dems pledge their support to Sen.Obama ( George McGovern a few days ago)...she is not giving up and wants to keep going and going like a political Energizer bunny.
This is the blog of David Worthen, an old friend and " partner in crimes " of mine, and his hilarious take on the topic.
" Despite all the math counting her out, Hillary Clinton fervently remains in the race to become the Democratic nominee for President in 2008. She has become the Democratic party's psycho ex-girlfriend and she is not going away without a restraining order.
Its 2:31 AM, the Democratic party is sleeping peacefully when it hears the phone buzz on the night stand. It rolls over and sees " Hillary " on the caller ID....
To read the rest of David Worthen's blog go to: http://madatoms.com/2008/05/edit-hillary-clinton-psycho-ex.html
This is the blog of David Worthen, an old friend and " partner in crimes " of mine, and his hilarious take on the topic.
" Despite all the math counting her out, Hillary Clinton fervently remains in the race to become the Democratic nominee for President in 2008. She has become the Democratic party's psycho ex-girlfriend and she is not going away without a restraining order.
Its 2:31 AM, the Democratic party is sleeping peacefully when it hears the phone buzz on the night stand. It rolls over and sees " Hillary " on the caller ID....
To read the rest of David Worthen's blog go to: http://madatoms.com/2008/05/edit-hillary-clinton-psycho-ex.html
Senator Clinton is running out of $$$$.....
It is time for her to pull the plug on her campain, unless she wants to spend Chelsea's inheritance.
Further more she is damaging the chance for the Dems to win in November. The smart decision is to go back to a " dream ticket " scenario, but this time around with Senator Obama on top.
Two questions remain:
Will her ego get in the way of accepting a VP position?
Can Sen. Obama forgive her for a nasty and " hormonal " campain?
Mercyphotography for MercyPolitics
Further more she is damaging the chance for the Dems to win in November. The smart decision is to go back to a " dream ticket " scenario, but this time around with Senator Obama on top.
Two questions remain:
Will her ego get in the way of accepting a VP position?
Can Sen. Obama forgive her for a nasty and " hormonal " campain?
Mercyphotography for MercyPolitics
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