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Not To Repeat Myself
Reading Matt's blog, it seems like he's undergone the same sort of gradual repositioning on the issue of gun control, only I still think that maybe the most aggressive sort of separation of criminals with artillery should happen in the urban environment. I didn't come to change my mind because of…
Earmarxist Don Young Named American Taxpayer Hero
Rep. Don Young, the Alaska Republican who says he's proud to have sponsored the "Bridge to Nowhere" earmark, was named a "Hero of the American Taxpayer" yesterday by a coalition of groups that included Grover Norquist's Americans for Tax Reform. The award is based on a number of key votes, "which…
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Washington D. C.
We took a town car from our hotel to downtown Washington. The driver fancied himself the tour guide which was fine with us. We knew nothing having never been to this part of the country or done any research for this unexpected adventure. We didn’t even know what state we were in…
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Senate Democrats Attack Republicans on Medicare
Democrats moved swiftly to assail Republican senators for voting against a major Medicare bill that would have averted a 10 percent cut in payments to doctors.
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In Search of Abraham Lincoln
Where Lincoln Sought Refuge in His Dark Hours, link to a New York Times article about Lincoln’s Cottage, his summer White House. My first memory of Abraham Lincoln is seeing his face on Mt. Rushmore when I was a preschooler. That certainly made an impression! It’s a face everyone…
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Obama and Hillary Bond, Bill Gates gone
Barack Obama and Hillary Clinton appeared together at a rally in Unity New Hampshire. >> At first Bill Clinton wanted to come along too. He thought they were going to “Nudity” New Hampshire. Microsoft’s leader, Bill Gates, will end his full-time tenure this week to spend more time on his…
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Living History: Korean War Memorial
Living History: WASHINGTON, June 27, 2008 -- On June 25, 1950, the 38th parallel marked the beginning of a war that was to be like no other. In 1995, the Korean War Veterans Memorial was dedicated to recognize the contributions of these "forgotten heroes." At the memorial, there are 19…
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Afghanistan Security Progress Detailed in Defense Department Reports
News in Balance: WASHINGTON, June 27, 2008 -- A pair of Defense Department reports published today on Afghanistan describe progress with regard to the country’s security and national forces. The studies, which analyze results of Operation Enduring Freedom through March, were mandated by…
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Wash DC Already Planning To Restrict Law-Abiding Citizens 2nd Amendment Rights
Wash DC Already Planning To Restrict Law-Abiding Citizens 2nd Amendment Rights June 27th, 2008 by Jerry Action Alert: Washington DC Already Planning To Restrict Law-Abiding Citizens 2nd Amendment Rights The following is a memo sent to Washington, DC residents by Cathy Lanier, Washington, DC…
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Supreme Court Affirms Our Right To Bear Arms
The Bill of Rights was written in 1789 to explicitly restrict the federal government’s ability to misinterpret or abuse the U.S. Constitution so as to infringe upon an individual’s G-d given rights. It took another 217 years before the Supreme Court affirmed the right to bear and keep arms in…
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Businesses Turn To Gas Promotions
From hotels to grocery stores and now radio stations, business are trying to cope with and even capitalize on rising fuel prices.
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Hell no, I will not apologize
Roger Clegg, National Review, reports that Senate has passed yet another silly and unconstitutoinal apology: On February 26, the Senate passed a “Resolution of Apology to Native Peoples of the United States.â€Â It is now pending in the House of Representatives. First it makes…
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Popular Cosmetic Dental Procedures in Washington DC
Popular Cosmetic Dental Procedures in Washington DC Posted by kathrynv on 06/27/08 in Society Take a look around you at the people who are in powerful positions. How many of them would you say are unattractive? Probably not very many of them. That’s because attractive, polished professionals…
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My (Newest) Latest Obsession: Antonio Ben Chimol Bracelets
My trip to Washington, DC last week left me with several new items to add to my shopping wish list. The newest: Antonio Ben Chimol bracelets ($130). Made by an Italian designer who is based in the U.K, they are everything I’m obsessed with right now: 1) leather 2) wristwear 3) a little bit…
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Or, If You're An Utter Moron
Via Attackerman. Jeffrey Goldberg, who could be bound in a nutshell and count himself a king of infinite space, drools thusly: More than that -- and again, maybe this is my experience in Israel talking -- I don't like the idea of subcontracting my own defense to the police. Why should a person…
Male actor (45 - 55) wanted for art film about political leadership in Washington
Male actor (45 - 55) wanted for art film about political leadership in Washington German video artist video artist Julika Rudelius seeks an actor for two film shoots (approximately 4 hours) for her
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Go Home Already: Push and Pull
Photo by Samer Farha Remember those rad red shoes Pope Benedict XVI was wearing when he visited? Apparently they're not made by Prada, as rumored, and are just some simple red Pope shoes that apparently signify something or other. Too bad, we kinda wanted the Pope to be a fashion plate. [AP…
Sunday Show Preview
Meet the Press: Governors Arnold Schwarzenegger (R-CA), Dave Freudenthal (D-WY) and Bill Ritter (D-CO), and NBC political director Chuck Todd. Face the Nation: Sen. Joe Lieberman (I-CT) and Gen. Wesley Clark. This Week: Rep. Rahm Emanuel (D-IL), Gov. Tim Pawlenty (R-MN), Ralph Nader and a…
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Homeless World Cup Trials
Indeed, as pointed out in comments, I left something out of the weekend picks. In fact, it's been sitting open in my browser all day, and I literally just skipped over it. This weekend D.C. is playing host to trials for potential members of a team that will represent the USA in the Homeless…
Over 4,000 events tomorrow - Find one near you!
Over 4,000 events tomorrow - Find one near you! June 27, 2008 by anunlovedone One year ago, our grassroots supporters organized a nationwide canvass in more than 1,000 cities to introduce their neighbors to Barack Obama. This weekend, Obama supporters will be opening their homes to people in…
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The Weekly Feed: Pink Elephant Edition
Dish of the Week: Potato salad Where: Your backyard, or small patch of grass We're coming up on 4th of July, so we're in prime potato salad season. Whether you make your own or buy it, it's always delicious. If you make your own, the variations are endless, with different herbs, proteins,…
Guns Postscript.
One last thing. Let's all follow the lead of Cynics' Party's Greg Wasserstrom and refer to June 26th as "Gun Day," okay? Or at least let's agree that "Heller Day"=FAIL, because the District already has a perfectly awesome Heller that doesn't need to have its brand confused. So proponents of…
Guntime For DC
So, in a few short weeks, Washington, DC will get to experience the thrill of well regulated militias. I'm sort of unsurprised at the result of the SCOTUS ruling, and, since it came from about eighteen hundred miles away, my passion for the topic has long since vitiated. Tom and Amanda have…
Summary Of Movie Ani Difranco: Trust (2004) (V)
Summary Of Movie Ani Difranco: Trust (2004) (V) June 27th, 2008 by darlaywr1975 Summary Of Movie Ani Difranco: Trust (2004) (V)Twenty oirginal songs and spoken word pieces by Ani DiFranco, from her May, 2004 stint at the 9:30 Club (Washington, D.C., USA), accompanied only by her own guitar, Todd…
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Out and About: Weekend Picks
Photo from the 2007 DC Caribbean Carnival by yolamak. FRIDAY: >> Civilian Art Projects opens two group shows focused on screen printing. Prints found in Screams & Screens will show vibrant colors and bold contrasts with multiple layers of patterns and screens intending to "pop" and…
Today's Most Popular Stories
Washington Post: The Ever-Malleable Mr. Obama Washington Examiner: Man gets federal prison sentence in green card, tax scheme N.Y. Times: Op-Ed Contributor: Your Brain Lies to You L.A. Times: Supreme Court affirms gun rights USA Today: Lifeline Live Blog: Entertainment News &…
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DURKL
DURKL I was talking to a client about awesome concerts and he mentioned a clothing line that a friend of his runs. They sell stuff world wide and are kind of known in small circles. He might hit it big by the end of the year so I figured I should spread the knowledge about DURKL. Their…
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Three Stars: The City Veins
The City Veins: Spencer Vliet (left), Aaron Tarr and Charles Gray. Photo by Darren Higgins When The City Veins first started in early 2007, they were a good band. A four piece with sincere musical ability, we took notice (and not just because one of them is also our Nats columnist). But…
BREAKING: HOUSE PASSES SWEEPING ‘NATIONAL CORVETTE DAY’ LEGISLATION, MAKING OIL COST LIKE FOUR CENTS
Now that a gallon of gas costs approximately “go fuck yourself” dollars across the nation, the United States House of Representatives is saving the middle class again by introducing legislation that is not only a waste of all human resources, but actually mocks America by romanticizing…
Polaris Project on Fox news explaining how youth human trafficking hits home.
Although many can conjure an image of human trafficking in other countries far from our own homes, the reality is that human trafficking is occurring in every single U.S. state and the large majority of victims are females. According to the U.S. Department of State, Trafficking in Persons…
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Dem’s Say, Picking On Mister Peanut Unfair, Uncalled For
John McCain directed his trademark straight talk toward a former president, flatly calling Jimmy Carter a “lousy” commander in chief.The Arizona senator has long attempted to portray Barack Obama’s policies as in the mold of Carter’s, though the Republican has previously held back…
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Mr. Yogato Arrives on Dupont Frozen Yogurt Scene
How many rocket scientists (and their friends) does it take to serve frozen yogurt? Just about 21 or so if you ask Mr. Yogato, the anthropomorphic mascot of a new shop opening tomorrow in Dupont Circle. Yes, rocket scientists. Steve Davis, the company's founder and "Man of Yogurt" is also an…
Let’s Give ‘Em Something To Talk About!
-No particular subject for this post, not even anything to do with that song, just some tidbits I found blog-worthy: -The Supreme Court is reviewing its last cases for the current agenda this week. The one I’d been following was Washington, D.C. v Heller. HELLER WON! I’m so happy about…
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Jobs: Executive Protection-Special Agent, Washington DC
Department: Department Of Agriculture Agency: Office of the Secretary of Agriculture Sub Agency: Homeland Security Office Job Announcement Number: OSEC-08-167A Security Specialist (Special Agent of Executive Protection Operations) Salary Range: 58,206.00 - 107,854.00 USD per year Open…
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Reception with Kuyayky in Washington, DC
YOU ARE INVITED Joins us for a reception with the members of KUYAYKY, a superb music and dance group from the Andes of Peru, before they return to Miami. Meet the amazing Hurtado family in person, in an intimate reception at TOROMATA, a lovely Peruvian Art and Crafts store located in the vibrant…
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Old FEMA Coot Beats Up Guy With Golf Club, In Iowa
So Iowa is underwater forever, and to the nation’s shock, FEMA has sent out emergency response teams — to help! This is only the second time in world history that FEMA has helped anyone, the other being the time they released that “How To Deal With Satellites That Crash Into Your…
McCain Visits Ohio Today
Senator John McCain gears up for his second trip to the Valley this campaign season. His first stop on Friday; the GM Lordstown plant. “No, I think the republicans feel they have to proactive. They’re not gonna win the Mahoning Valley, but the better they do in the Mahoning Valley, the more…
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Industry Insider Says Ensign Playing Politics with Housing Bill
In an unexpected move this week, Nevada Republican Senator John Ensign single-handedly delayed a vote on the Housing Stimulus Bill. His motive? Many are saying Ensign’s demand that a renewable-energy tax credit amendment be piggybacked onto the housing bill is sheer stubbornness over a pet…
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