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"When we look into a mirror, we think the image that confronts us is accurate. But move a millimeter, and the image changes. We are actually looking at a never-ending range of reflections. But sometimes a writer has to smash the mirror, for it is on the other side of that mirror that the truth stares at us.I believe that despite the enormous odds which exist, unflinching, unswerving, fierce intell

No momento em que Israel está a travar "uma guerra sem tréguas" contra o movimento radical islâmico Hamas na Faixa de Gaza deixa-mos aqui o trabalho “HAMAS and Israel: Conflicting Strategies of Group-Based Politics”, da autoria da Dr.ª Sherifa D. Zuhur, publicado pelo Strategic Studies Institute em 23 de Dezembro de 2008. Para melhor compreender este conflito leia Cronologia do

For those of you who know me or have noticed, I enjoy politics and love when politics connect to the world of game operations….and those connections usually spark a blog entry. So this morning is no different. As I watched coverage of the Illinois Senate Seat “showdown” I saw an interview with the Illinois Secretary of State [...]

It's a game that every person who works in business will have to play in some form or another, but it's a game that is especially popular to play here in China.  It's impossible to avoid for any person who steps foot here and trust me, I've tried.  It's the game of politics, and to my utter disappointment I have now discovered that the rules to this game also apply to the basketball cour

"Apparently KFC has come with a new bucket to support the new coalition: it will consist only of left wings and bums."

Do you suffer from office blues? Does the thought of going to the office makes your soul shiver? Is it the same feeling you had during your  school days when the mere thought of going to school made you feel sick thanks to the big bully gang of your class who were ready to pull you down and make fun of you given any chance?  Don't assume that you can't handle office politics. It surely is not

This has been clearly demonstrated with the recent publication of the Interim Report on Primary Curriculum and Sir Jim Rose’s radical proposals for replacing the existing narrow subject-based curriculum with ‘six broad areas of learning’. The review advocates cross-curricular learning, while abandoning the teaching of subjects in isolation such as Geography, History and English.

Ever imagined that numbers can influence too in the field of politics? Well, the answer is definitely Yes ! Not everybody can become a successful politician, in fact to become a politician there should be some astrological significance in ones horoscope or there is a easier way to make one a famous/successful politician. In numerology [...]

I generally try to keep religion and politics off of this site since those are two topics that usually cause a lot of arguments and hurt feelings.  Since I’m a big wuss at heart, I try to avoid conflict like I try to avoid the plague [doing good with that so far].  But, having said [...]

Recently, John Lofton of The American View (Motto: God, Family, Republic) commented on this blog on a recent post. My response was probably (ok, definitely) too glib. Because Lofton cited psalms and verse as part of his arguments, I ignored the entirety. This was unfair: just because I don’t think that everything in the Bible is [...]

Scoot Derrickson's The Day the Earth Stood Still remake, starring Keanu Reeves and Jennifer Connolly, may not be the best executed movie of the year, but it is successful in turning the idea of an alien with a message into a much darker, more immediate statement on life, loss and the possibility of transformation that comes with it.

We're sorry- this really is a story that should have had a one day shelf life, but since a Democrat becoming a Republican is such a rare thing in Kansas, the GOP is getting a lot of traction out of former State Senator Mark Gilstrap's defection.Today, though, they got the opposite kind of attention that they're looking for from Tom Bell, the editor of the Salina Journal, in a piece called "Politic

World Wrestling Entertainment has active a wrestler by the name of Byron Wilcott to a adorning deal, letters Mike Johnson. In an account with Alex Marvez, above ECW Champion Bobby Lashley opened up on backstage political armament in World Wrestling Entertainment alive adjoin him. “I’m not activity to say there weren’t bodies there who approved to [...]

Rallying for Madhesi-Pahadi Good Feelings By Divas Nepal Government & one of the scores of armed groups in Nepal Terai, the Madhesi Virus Killers(MVK) began their formal dialogue from... [[ This is a content summary only. Visit my website for full links, other content, and more! ]]

As bad as the latest political scandal is, the governor of Illinois, Rod Blagojevich has singlehandedly confirmed the very thing we have spent our lives hoping would never come to pass: the sale of politics.  For a vacancy to become a commodity with a price tag undermines every principle the framers had hoped would safeguard [...]

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I received a nice request asking that I comment on the arrest of Rod Blagojevich , and the auctioning of Senate seats in Illinois. Since it does not take much prodding to get me to shoot off my mouth---happy to oblige. The one indisputable feature of this whole mess, is when anyone votes for a guy with a hairdoo like that, they get exactly what they deserve. In this case it appears they got a big

There isn’t much that’s as political as late night television, but the latest news this morning takes the cake…when Jay Leno leaves the Tonight Show next year, he will be given the 10pm EST slot every weeknight. The new show, which will begin next fall, is expected to be set in Mr. Leno’s longtime studio in [...]

Still on Manny Pacquiao’s victory over 10-time world boxing champion Oscar Dela Hoya. Politicians are again scurrying to get a piece of the Pacman’s victory and popularity to earn media mileage. Not an unusual scenario. The President, reportedly will give Pacquiao the new title "Ambassador of Peace" when he returns to the country on Wednesday. A senator has even filed a Senate resolution decla

Before November politics in the office was taboo- if you were a die-hard liberal or conservative you tended to keep it to yourself, for fear of screwing up the atmosphere with your co-workers. Folks would have bumper stickers and yard signs supporting their favorite candidate, but as soon as they hit their cubicle or desk it all went on the back burner.There was so much animosity during the presi

I used to be a lot more interested in politics than I am now. In college (late 1960s) I was something of a right-wing activist at a time when almost everybody I knew was a left-wing activist. Over time, both I and my left-wing friends mostly moved on to other interests and concerns, as it slowly dawned on us that political activism, of whatever stripe, pays extremely limited dividends on the time

Over the years in American politics, there have been many charismatic black leaders. Martin Luther King, Jesse Jackson, and Malcolm X come to mind. Al Sharpton, has been in the news recently, so his name also comes to the fore. I am only slightly familiar with these men, I have not read many of their [...]

It is politics as usual in Illinois, but it has cost my mother her life. I am not kidding! This only child lost his mother in an Illinois probate court to estate conservation. Mother did not even receive a 2nd opinion from all her funds.My Dad had a lifelong mental health disability for which he received a pension. His health deteriorated in the last two years of life with cancer and heart attacks

I grew up Catholic and for some intents and purposes consider myself Catholic.  As any survivor of a Catholic upbringing will tell you, being Catholic is not all about belief–it’s about traditions, rules and a way of life.  There are good things that came from this upbringing. At the same time, I was always that kid [...]

Thai Prime Minister Somchai Wongsawat has been banned from politics for five years and his party disbanded, plunging the country deeper into chaos and raising fears of a violent backlash by government supporters.Party members vowed to "move on" and vote for a new prime minister on December 8, setting the stage for another flash point in Thailand's three-year old political crisis.First deputy prime

The pollster crisis What on earth is going on with the polls? One day we have MORI putting the Tories up three points and Labour down five, a couple of days later COMRES show the Tories down six points and Labour up four. It seems the economic turmoil is reeking a little bit of [...]

This is something that can happen only in India. A chief minister insulting a slain soldier's parents is something that should never happen in any nation. And this is exactly what the great... [[ This is a content summary only. Visit my website for full links, other content, and more! ]]

BLOGGERS: Real Clear Politics refuses to allow Reader Articles concerning Barack Obama's citizenship. My latest post reports a scheduled Supreme Court conference on this very issue. My post was removed from RCP today. In fact, every post, by most bloggers, covering Barack Obama's citizenship has been scrubbed from RCP. Most of us think what the Supreme

The Thai government declaring a state of emergency after members of the PAD(People's Alliance for Democracy) overwhelmed the Suvarnabhumi and Don Mueang international airports of Bangkok with large numbers of followers, acted to resume order. While there is no discernible effects on holidaymakers and travelers in the southern islands of Phuket, Phi Phi island and koh Samui, the facts that the clo

Here, birdy, birdy... If you're lucky enough to receive a window seat at the dinner table, keep watch for giant flying penguins. In 1986 Detroit's Chilly Willy decided to take all $15,000 of himself up, up and away from the parade for a dip into Lake St. Clair....some seed for you. Ambitiously oratory? Consider these texts for rendition or inspiration for dialogue.1. Shamengwa. 5-page short fictio

In the general election of 2004, the Indian electorate denied the intransigent right wing power over the state. The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP)-led National Democratic Alliance won 181 seats, with the BJP losing 44 of its seats to come away with 138 by itself. The Congress Party gained thirty-two seats for a total of 145. The Congress-led United Progressive Alliance had 218 seats, the largest

It is no longer possible to parody American politics. The political process has become a joke, and pointing it out is no longer amusing.This is my last political satire piece for a long, long time.It has been fun.

“What if everything you thought was empowering to black people had nothing to do with how the actual first black president gained office and ran the office? What do you do with all those ideas?” Embedded video Link @YouTube A good question without any easy — or quick — answers. “There is no black intellectual future. Black intellect serves [...]

warning:  relatively long and potentially boring politically-oriented posting ahead about my experience working on the obama campaign.  proceed with caution.i spent the last ten days of the recent election working on barack obama's campaign for change.  in a lifetime of...

Paperback: 364 pagesData: September 5, 2008Format: PDFDescription: This book teaches humanities majors the accessibility and beauty of discrete and deductive mathematics. It assumes no prior knowledge of either college-level mathematics or political science, and could be offered at the freshman or sophomore level. The book devotes one chapter each to a model of escalation, game-theoretic model

Republicans strayed way too far to their rights and have come away from this election looking closed minded and stodgy compared to the melting pot of young voters who are the new face of politics.

(cross-posted at Upturned Earth, where comments are open)Freddie DeBoer has an outstanding post up that discusses the way in which achieving legal and social equality, when it finally happens, will be the death knell for unified gay support of the coalition of the left. In essence he argues that success on these fronts would remove the raison d’etre for near-universal gay membership in the coal

By Dr. Abdul Ruff Recently, at a concert put on at London’s Royal Opera House as part of his ‘ 60th birthday celebrations, Prince Charles said he wanted more children introduced to the... [[ This is a content summary only. Visit my website for full links, other content, and more! ]]

I have been asked if Christians should be involved in politics. I answer that we were told to "occupy 'till He returns" and that term is a military term. It is not a passive term. But this election I watched Christians care more about arguing politics than they did about witnessing to those who are lost. That's sad. We are to be "in" the world, but not "of" the world.

(cross-posted at Upturned Earth, where comments are open)(This is the first of what I expect will be a series (of as yet unknown length) on the need for a new federalism that respects the need for communities to foster their own sets while at the same time seeking to protect the rights of dissident minority or relatively powerless interests within those communities).In the United States, and reall

In September, when Sarah Palin was introduced to the nation as the Republican V.P. nominee, the press and the public entered into a love-hate relationship that transcended politics. She was hailed by conservatives, who had followed the Alaskan Governors’ career, as a stalwart conservative who was a breath of fresh air that the party desperately needed. She connected with “the people” at a pe

After watching this, which opinion do you agree with most?  Do you have anything to add? :: :: :: :: :: :: :: :: :: :: :: Politics, Christian, War, Bible, Doctrine, Shane Claiborne, Chuck Colson, Greg Boyd Posted in Bible, David, politics, religion, Theology, You [...]

After watching this, which opinion do you agree with most?  Do you have anything to add? :: :: :: :: :: :: :: :: :: :: :: Politics, Christian, War, Bible, Doctrine, Shane Claiborne, Chuck Colson, Greg Boyd Posted in Bible, David, politics, religion, Theology, You [...]

If you heard me on Seoul Podcast and thought you'd check out my blog, welcome. If you didn't hear me there, why don't you click on over and give it a listen. Joe, Jen, and I have a nice chat about this and that. My episode is sandwiched between two shows filled with Korean blogosphere's big guns. Last week was Super Party Blowout featuring Stafford Lumsden (The Chosun Bimbo), Regina Walton (Whe

This is from Taoism. Something that I found interesting! Yin of Politics Extolling the elite gives rise to envy accumulating treasures fosters resentment if the people do not perceive inequality they will not be filled with enmity Thus the wise leader remembers the maxim bread and circuses yield mass satisfaction empty their minds, fill their stomachs strengthen resolve, weaken ambition lacking

News broke last night that Hilary Clinton was flying out to Chicago to talk to Obama about becoming the Secretary of State in his White House. Rumors have been flying for two weeks that John Kerry would have a place in the Obama presidency. Then there’s the hiring of Clinton’s former

I just don't have enough to do these days. So what do I do? I let my wife, a political junkie, talk me into starting a new political blog. Both of us will contribute, along with a few others.The blog is called "Political Conservatives." So crazy conservatives, check it out and enjoy. Lefty liberals, dig in and wise up."If you have a politician for a friend, you don't need an enemy." - Burt Prelut

Here is another topic that should be off limits. I was whining about the fact that I can't seem to lose weight (too much good food out there) when Milton (female) asked, "When do you weigh yourself?" I said first thing in the morning. Then I was walked down a road I hadn't known existed and frankly would have been happy ending my life without being made aware of it. Milton:I weigh myself naked fir

The word politics over the years as turned synonymous to corruption and filth. Usually when I discuss politics with city dwelling youth or even sometimes “mid life dwells”(apart from our grandfather types) they seldom have a clue. Nevertheless, they usually have the audacity to make fun of the system, politics, and politicians. I do not blame them but how many of us really try to understand th

1. American politicians are like rock stars. Whereas Canadian politicians are like the nerds who got beat up in high school. Come on. You know forty years ago some jock was roughing up Dion for his lunch money. I remember about nine years ago I was flying in to Philadelphia to visit a friend when the plane started circling the airport. The pilot came on and explained that we had to wait to land b

"Confirmed panelists include Arianna Huffington, Co-Founder & Editor-in-Chief of The Huffington Post; Geraldine Ferraro, former U.S. Representative and the first female Vice Presidential nominee; Marie Wilson, President, The White House Project; and Lesley Jane Seymour, Editor-in-Chief, More magazine. Moderated by Carol Jenkins, President, The Women's Media Center."New York Women in Communicat

Here's an equation for everyone with children. Solve the following for "Y"Politics + 18 + FatherDiscussion = Y30 Seconds, ready? Go.hmmm, hmmm, hmmm, hmmm... Have your answer yet?Answer: Disaster.I believe that my children should be active. Active in their community, active in their church, active in their family, active in sports, active. With this as one of my guiding principals for parentin

everytime i hear "President Obama," i can't stop smiling.

From the same Australian Variety show that introduced us to the Kransky Sisters:The Umbilical Brothers are probably one of the most innovative, comedic duos since Shields and Yarnell, Mummenschanz and probably Blue Man Group.

This is the kind of change that is sweeping our nation, even if this teacher gets what she deserves I imagine there are many more just like her. The teacher does a public poll of little kids, I have no idea how old they are, but they look really young and starts discussing politics.If you find this disturbing, give her a piece of your mind or call the principal.Teacher's name: Diantha Harris Plac

Unless you are aspiring to be another Barack Obama, a career in politics is really a part-time gig. While some make it their ultimate career, politics rarely needs a person in power to be there for... [[ This is a content summary only. Visit my website for full links, other content, and more! ]]

Courtesy Dallas Morning NewsMost people I talk to think Texas is one the absolute most conservative states in the US. That's not exactly true. It's conservative to be sure, but there are many more conservative states than Texas. The above graphic shows that Dallas County is clearly Democratic, and knowing the city as I do, I can say that almost all of those red areas are either undeveloped in t

Listen to today’s news on politics and you will hear opinions from a lot of talking heads on the direction the country is headed and who is likely to win the election. One party wants an undefinable “Change” and the other party wants to  restrain spreading and the growth of government. Of late one of the campaigns has [...]

I enjoy having a theory that covers everything, at least at a broad 50,000ft view, and one which also makes some sense right down to the microcosms that we live with. It is efficient to have a unifying theory, but it also makes sense. Having already studied Spiral Dynamics which for me makes [...]

I read an article that discussed the reasons for McCain’s drop in the polling numbers. It offered me no real new insights, but reiterated the fact that McCain’s campaign went downhill with the Dow. While Wallstreet suffered an economic meltdown, McCain suffered its political equivalent. As Dan Schnur (one of the authors of the [...]

Another Conservative/Republican endorses Obama: More here, here, and here. Posted in Politics   Tagged: Another Conservative Endorses Obama, Another Republican Endorses Obama, Arne Carlson, Arne Carlson Endorses Obama, Barack Obama, Boris Johnson Endorses Obama, Charles McC. Mathias Jr., Christopher Buckley, Christopher Buckley endorses Obama, Colin Powell Endorses Obama, Conservati

While much talk has been about Obama's success mobilizing black voters the other big ethnic block that will swing the elecion tommorow and change the face of America is Latino's. In fact it is the Latino vote that has Obama closing in on McCain in his own home state; Arizona. Red states are turning purple.While the Republican Party represents the white folks in Red States including McCains home st

In my efforts to have an adult discussion with my 18 year old son, who will casting his very first vote on Tuesday, I asked him who he planned to vote for. Hey - I can do that. It might be a no-no in social situations, but the rules don’t apply to family [...]

Another Conservative/Republican endorses Obama: More here and here. Posted in Politics   Tagged: Another Conservative Endorses Obama, Another Republican Endorses Obama, Arne Carlson, Arne Carlson Endorses Obama, Barack Obama, Boris Johnson Endorses Obama, Charles McC. Mathias Jr., Christopher Buckley, Christopher Buckley endorses Obama, Colin Powell Endorses Obama, Former Reagan Adv

We are free to pick our politics and vote for whomever, but folks should be prepared to defend their vote. For me, it’s much harder to defend a vote for McCain than it is for Obama. Ultimately, that’s why I’m voting for Obama. Recently I watched “Morning Joe” co-host Willie Geist campaign for McCain [...]

Bligbi.com tipped readers off to a developing story on NoGodBlog.com involving an email sent by Atheist activist, Carl Silverman, detailing comments he claimed were made by Obama aides at "Presidential Forum" (at the Christian Life Academy, 29 Oct. 08). Note: Silverman began the email with what seemed to be a caution or even plea against overreaction and urged people to vote for Obama.

Quebec comedy duo talks porn and politics with oblivious Sarah Palin: By Jessica Murphy, THE CANADIAN PRESS MONTREAL - In an over-the-top accent, one half of a notorious Quebec comedy duo claims to be the president of France as he describes sex with his famous wife, the joy of killing animals and Hustler magazine’s [...]

Hantu Laut Money politics, the scourge of UMNO party politics.These high stakes games of getting elected into the 'hall of shame' in the top echelon of the party is getting dirtier and messier at every party elections.Buying and selling favours have become a trade able commodity with some throwing in the flesh trade as part of the package.It is rumoured that in past elections some delegates were

As a momentous decision is about to be made, I was thinking about how politics reflects Haiku God. And it seems that the best reflection can be found in the two major parties. The Republicans are the reflection of the male side of HG, the E for energy/electromagnetic side. They are more into religious conservatism, a one-sided belief in the male god - father/son. And being responsible for yourse

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But since we already talk about religion… Isn’t that awesome. I love how passionate they all are. Usually kids that age are very awkward and shy, but they are so into it! That song is SO going to be stuck in my head. Keeping the same friendly spirit as the video, who ya gonna vote for? I’m leaning toward McCain, but I honestly have serious reservations about both. I

GREAD READ… By FOUAD AJAMI - Wall Street Journal Online There is something odd — and dare I say novel — in American politics about the crowds that have been greeting Barack Obama on his campaign trail. Hitherto, crowds have not been a prominent feature of American politics. We associate them with the temper of Third World [...]

“Haloween” in the Thirld World: Dipavali Fireworks & Reality By Divas An Assessment on Challenges faced by Nepal’s Maoist-led Govt This year’s month-long season of festivals... [[ This is a content summary only. Visit my website for full links, other content, and more! ]]

“Haloween” in the Thirld World: Dipavali Fireworks & Reality By Divas An Assessment on Challenges faced by Nepal’s Maoist-led Govt This year’s month-long season of festivals... [[ This is a content summary only. Visit my website for full links, other content, and more! ]]

From my friend Patrick, Cabbage Patch Politics: Where McCain and Obama Can Both Win. Ha.Obama Leads or Is Tied in 8 Key States, fab. If we can turn our heads for just a wee minute from politics to, oh, I don't know, SEX. I have some delicious dish. My good friend Al Sensu is dispensing SEX ADVICE on Hard and Fast. Oh, man, this child was born to drop pearls of cum laced wisdom. Check it out, yo. Y

6 Days until the most important election of our time. And I can’t wait until this is all over. Because, quite frankly, I’m sick and tired of talking about it. I’m sick and tired of turning on the news and seeing another attack, another false statement, another moment of division in a time where unity [...]

Rumor has it that Oprah Winfrey, who endorsed Barack Obama for president back in December is hoping that the future prez will "crown" her Ambassador of England should he win the presidency. Well, well...what does that mean for the Oprah Show? The scenario was suggested yesterday in an item in the London Times that quoted "well-placed sources" as saying her name has been "floating" around the water

Karachi News.Net Tuesday 28th October, 2008 Islamabad, Oct 28 : A prominent PPP leader has opposed former Pakistan president Pervez Musharraf's moves to enter into active politics by heading the erstwhile ...

For those who hadn't noticed (or were just too nice to say anything) I've been carrying on these past several weeks like a woman with a stick up her ass: Inflexible, negative, and in a great deal of distress. With my full time job, a trendspotting blog, the U.S. economy in shambles, stupid political banter, and a dog finishing a course of radiation, one might insist that I'm being too hard on my

Dancing for the Stars doesn't get funnier then this...

Karachi News.Net Sunday 26th October, 2008 Islamabad, Oct 26 : Pakistan President Asif Ali Zardari has said that he sees no judicial crisis in the country except a few deposed judges issuing political ...

    blocking out the scenery and breaking my mind If your home is for sale, there should be only one sign in the yard - a for sale sign. (Preferably a Delicious Real Estate for Sale Sign.)  John McCain may want to buy your mortgage and save your home, but keep his name off your yard. [...]

In the tradition of popular blogs like… www.stuffwhitepeoplelike.wordpress.com www.stuffblackpeoplehate.wordpress.com …comes… Why Obama Will Lose- The Blog At first glance, it is interesting to read and some of the arguments are valid. It just confirms that voting is more important than I originally thought. From the blog: Reason #8: Unconscious Racism Nicholas Kristof makes a c

This is just great. Here's the presidential candidates, sitting around a table, playing a role-playing game. Absolutely nailed it. I particularly like Kucinich's non-sequiturs. Found at Debgpi Role-playing on Whidbey Island.

Unfortunately, I missed posting yesterday as I said I would... and unfortunately, I don't really have the time today to post my complete thoughts on Obama or McCain being the anti-Christ. So this will be complete opinion with a sprinkling links to Scripture.In no way am I declaring that Obama or McCain *IS* the anti-Christ, I'm simply saying it's a possibility. For us to boldly declare that either

What a great idea! A social networking site for people obsessed with politics…wish I had thought of it myself, but I didn’t. If you do head over there…add me too

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Almost every day for the past few months I have started a political blog post; but I always end up deleting it and deciding it isn't worth the grief. Today is more of the same. Just wanted to throw that out there.

Having spent the last couple of days in Washington, DC working with clients - it has become clear that Web 2.0 applications are more important than ever in reaching political audiences. Politically charged messages are ofter overly complex, burdened by the structure of the political system and the sheer amount of information that needs to be communicated.I found much talk - more than I expected -

Here's installment #3 of my thoughts on politics. Post #1 can be found here. And post #2 can be found here.I posted yesterday's entry and realized after I did that I didn't complete my thought completely with what I wanted to communicate.I made the statement: "At the same time, if you're thinking that by simply electing a pro-life person will change our country. Think again."What I meant by that w

I’m tired. I’ve tuned out. It’s official. We’re acting like it’s politics as usual. We have parties that spin stuff so that they can get ahead. But this is not just about electing a president of the US anymore, why can’t anyone get this? The world awaits, holding our breath, because the US has such a [...]

We're having a political war at the church

He needed someone to pump his clutch while he was under the truck, so I obliged as I worked an attempt to outsmart my mobile browser. "Something is clicking - can you hear that? Should I keep going?" "Yeah," He yelled back just as that something snapped and landed on my foot. He came running and darted under the dash to fix it. I scrambled to get my legs out of the way, but