If I hear another "unelectable" statement again..
I'll cringe. Heck, I'm already cringing. For one, I'm not sure there's a definition for it. And I've lived long enough to become cynical enough to think that almost anyone can be elected given a drunk...
View ArticleI want a September 12th
For nearly three years now, everything has been linked to September 11th: the war in Iraq, our Civil Liberties, et cetera. Over and over again, we are told when we criticize Shrub, "what about...
View ArticleClinton's Legacy and Now
Inspired by the recent rant, I began thinking about my own feelings about Bill Clinton.He was the most brilliant, compassionate, skilled Democratic President we have had since FDR. The eight years we...
View ArticleFront Loaded Primaries
One confession before I start: Deaniac for life. Okay, now I can be objective about this now. I think that the front-loading of the primaries was/is a bad idea. One reason it's a bad idea was that it...
View ArticleNext put-upon minority w/poll
Since Gays look like they just might make it out of persecuted status very soon, the right will need new targets of venom. Immigrants on one thread are considered the next target-but there's one little...
View ArticleIt's been fun to see....
Posted this, and realized that it really needed to be a diary... You know, it's really been fun watching the Republican assumptions and strategy about this election implode.... There are so many of...
View ArticleTwo Diaries or One?
I have two topics about things on my mind: One is Nader. The other is election reform efforts: too limited. The first topic: Nader and the homeless, and how the hagiography has led into this...
View ArticleSeptember 11th and Moving On
For nearly three years now, everything has been linked to September 11th: the war in Iraq, our Civil Liberties, et cetera. Over and over again, we are told when we criticize Shrub, "what about...
View ArticleWho Don't You Want to Run in 08?
Gore in 08 diary inspired this one: But so has the month-long flacking of Hillary as our 08 nominee. Why should she be? Then there's Lieberman, still acting at times like he actually still has a chance...
View ArticleOn Oil and Monarchy
When we talk about Peak Oil, we usually talk about consumption patterns and sales patterns. What we rarely want to face is that the world's greatest source of petroleum is held in the hands of people...
View ArticleThe Quiet Diary
With all of the turmoil on the blog and the internet lately, I 've decided to create a Calm Zone. Think of all of the things that give you a feeling of zen, peace Serenity.... Below...[ed] Warm winds...
View ArticleThirty Pieces of Silver, Or Eight: Former DNC Chair Andrew & Diebold
This article, which I found on Du made me think of this phrase: Just because you're paranoid doesn't mean somebody isn't out to get you.....Even Jesus had a Judas, Ceasar, a Brutus....What have we...
View ArticleRaising Money, Awareness, Spirits: A Suggestion Thread
As I sit here, I keep wondering what it is I could do to enhance public awareness and make people give more and more, and thoughts keep running through my head of: We are the World-remember when all...
View ArticleNewbies and Lurkers, Come Out!
While others have concentrated on explaining DailyKos to you (and I hope you have already read the threads), and others on welcoming new people, I'd like to hear from you directly. If you've read the...
View ArticleNewbies and Lurkers, Come Out Again-Labor Day Edition
Well, it's another long weekend where we celebrate something again that we take for granted. This time, its us as workers. Besides the occasional Union rally, there doesn't seem to be much else about...
View ArticleWhat Are You Doing New Years, New Years Eve?
I've been up all night cleaning and doing laundry, just so I could have a New Years Eve and Day without worrying about housework. Despite good intentions this has become an annual ritual, with some...
View ArticleDaily Kos after 2009?
Let's say all goes well, and a Democrat takes the oath of office on January 20,2009 (working toward a Gore restoration myself). Many people believe that the liberal blogspshere would run out of steam...
View ArticleUrban Sprawl: Global Warming's Evil Twin
Just reading about Al Gore's speech in San Diego refreshed my memory about Al Gore's campaign against "urban sprawl",and how badly it was understood and discussed during 1999. Most of the commentators...
View ArticleContinue the Fundraiser: Sunrise Diary for Tom Allen 2008
This diary is a continuation of the all-night fundraiser diary to raise money for Susan Collins's Dem opponent,.....Well, this is a grudge diary. I never thought that Joe was a good Democrat-dissing...
View ArticleRepublican Families Beware!
You've gotten used to your Congressperson family member being gone for so long he/she is a stranger. You look up and are astounded at the changes in appearence. They look at you and realize you...
View ArticleThe Logic of Single Payer
Sometimes while cleaning, I do a little thinking about things and it occured to me this morning: our employer-based health care system could not be defended logically! Here's why:
View ArticleMaking the Green By Being Green
It's one of those things that startle you. Profit in being green? Yes! Apparently recycling is no longer good ecology, but is good business. China buys our recycled stuff for packaging. The rise of the...
View ArticleThe Venezuelan Election Coverage Thread
With so much controversy over this vote, I am astounded there is no real thread for followingthe returns and the outcome. So I am creating one with some links for coverage and...
View ArticleTime To Unite The Tribes
Bias alert: Obama supporter.I didn't start out as one. I wanted Gore, and paid little attention to the primary race otherwise, assuming that Hillary was this year's choice. I even have a Gore page up,...
View ArticleHappy Birthday Tipper Gore
She's managed to be both controversial and gracious at the same time over the last 8 years. She's been there to support Al during the worst and best of times. So Happy Birthday, Tipper...Sharing some...
View ArticleI Will Vote Early And You Should Too
Last year, I did a report on vote by mail. While wading through the various pros and cons, something struck me: a lot of votes were never gotten because of errors as well as fraud. It's easy to make...
View ArticleInauguration Mania!
"I do solemnly swear (or affirm) that I will faithfully execute the office of President of the United States, and will to the best of my ability, preserve, protect, and defend the Constitution of the...
View ArticleWinter Food Thread
January is that month when you just crave stick to it food-food that keeps you nourished while standing at a cold bus stop, that stretches that already thinner post-Christmas budget. But I'm tired of...
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Inauguration Day: Enjoying it Local
It looks like the Fairy Godmother isn't coming to my house to bring me Inauguration tickets, provide me with a private plane made out of a pumpkin, a dress for an Inauguration Ball, and a promise to...
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Happy Easter, Marian Anderson
There is a glorious legacy, often understated of black people in classical music: Paul Robeson, Leontyne Price, Robert McFerrin. Many like Paul Robeson and Marian Anderson, fought hard for dignity and...
View ArticleHealth Insurance Crazy Idea
Sometimes sitting on the bus can be a good way to brainstorm. This brainstorm came to me yesterday.
View ArticleUse the Gift Of Early Voting
With all of the debates and talk about turnout for November and the rallies, we've forgotten that you don't have to wait to vote for your Democratic candidates. In many states you can already vote and...
View ArticleI canvassed today for the First Time!
After months of fitfully deciding to canvass, I finally was able to do so on this cool, bright Sunday fall afternoon. The weather was finally cool enough to spend it outside without getting short of...
View ArticleThings You Have Done to Prepare for the Virus-Suggestions, just discussing...
Well, I haven’t been to Daily Kos in quite a while. What brought me back? A diary on of all things, #coronavirus and preparing for it. This is quite personal for me. I have all four conditions...
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