Government and Politics
Maddow: INTIMINATION – Nazism is not a metaphor
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Of the corporations, by the corporations, for the corporations
We began as an aristocracy, and we remain one. Except now the aristocrats are the corporations – protected by the Constitution with the same rights as individual citizens, but with greater access to its protections. Don’t be fooled that this is a democracy. »
Lord, save us from egotistical politicians
Can you believe what Senate-wannbe Roland Burris said? Well, here are his words: “We are hoping and praying that they will not be able to deny what the Lord has ordained. I am not hesitating. I am now the junior Senator from the state of Illinois.” He thinks the Lord is sending him to Washington,... »
Obama wins in McHenry County!
McHenry County (Illinois) favored a Democratic president for the first time in 152 years! Though a Republican stronghold since the Civil War, it seems the demographics are changing here. I sensed some change, even in the short two years I’ve lived out here, but I never imagined it had already gotten this far. Also, our... »
Tax haters
…perhaps some of her daddy’s tax money should be spent making her better educated about the role of taxes in a DEMOCRACY. I’m so annoyed about this anti-tax rhetoric. Here she is at a town hall being held at a STATE University and she’s complaining about taxes. Who funds public universities, Missy? And I’m... »
Meltdowns
The U.S. economy is melting down. John McCain’s campaign is melting down. One is a crisis. The other is gift to the American electorate. And, so Bush, Paulson and company rush in to try to save both–the economy and McCain’s campaign. But, thankfully, it looks like the voters aren’t buying it. They are rising up and... »
The Debate approaches
In two days, a record number of voters will tune in to watch the debate between Barack Obama and John McCain. In Illinois, Obama is the favorite among voters. We caught up with a few who were willing to tell us why. Watch the video: »