USA Weekend has an article on Mika Brzeninski. Boy what a farce. They tell the reader that Morning Smoe beat Good Morning America. What they don’t tell is the viewer’s ship was like 608,000 to 598,000 or about 10,000 viewers. The coffee spewing comment from Mika, “On our show, I found an outlet where I can be a little imperfect and a little bitter -- but be a little smart, too. I used to have to hide.” (I think be a little smart is to be a smart ass.)
To brag that you beat Meredith Verara is not saying a whole lot either.
Al New York Times in an obvious attempt to make it appear the public is in favor of a socialist system of healthcare: NYT Oversamples Dems to Find Support for Nationalized Health Care:http://gatewaypundit.blogspot.com
"The poll found that most Americans would be willing to pay higher taxes so everyone could have health insurance and that they said the government could do a better job of holding down health-care costs than the private sector."
Al New York Times is not to be trusted, anytime, any topic, any writer. Ever.
Keller's poll gets what Keller wants. Of course, he's asking uneducated folks (uneducated on the issues at hand) questions they really don't understand. For instance, from the NY Times (my bold):
The national telephone survey, which was conducted from June 12 to 16, found that 72 percent of those questioned supported a government-administered insurance plan — something like Medicare for those under 65 — that would compete for customers with private insurers.
"Something like Medicare?" How many of this 72% understand that Medicare is not a comprehensive medical plan - never has been? That's why tens of millions of older Medicare recipients all run out and purchase a Medicare supplement plan - a private insurance plan to cover what Medicare doesn't cover.
How many of the 72% clearly understand that in broad slices of the country - one cannot find a physician who will take Medicare. "Hey - I love my new Medicare for all plan -- but I don't have a doctor?"
How many of the 72% heard that SC nominee Sotomayor's brother, Dr. Juan Sotomayor, runs an asthma clinic in Sycamore, NY which does not accept Medicare (or Medicaid) patients. Think EE. Empty Empathy.
How many of the 72% heard, or understand, that Obama just announced that he's proposing to slash funding for Medicare and Medicaid by some $400 to $600 billion --- oh yeah - that will make it more comprehensive and bring in more primary care physicians to that failed and corrupt system. Note: He's robbing Peter to pay Paul.
If the NY Times gave the respondents a brief education about Medicare and then asked the same question - I can only imagine that the numbers would crash.
For a little more of a compehensive look at current views --
Last weeks in depth polling from the Pew Reasearch Center, provides a heck of a lot more detail of how the American people actually think.
Most Americans believe that the nation’s health care system is in need of substantial changes. Four-in-ten (41%) say the health care system needs to be completely rebuilt, while 30% think it needs fundamental changes. About one-in-four (24%) believe that the health care system works pretty well and needs only minor changes.
But there is less support for completely rebuilding the health care system than there was during the early stage of the Clinton administration’s unsuccessful effort to revamp health care. In April 1993, a majority of Americans (55%) said the health care system needed to be completely rebuilt.
Obama: I share the world's "deep concerns" but it wouldn't be productive "to be seen as meddling."
Ahmadinejad warned the United States and Britain Sunday: Butt out. I advise you to correct your interfering stances. The "possibility of organized and comprehensive disruption and irregularities in the election ... is almost close to zero."
Soon to come, I'm sure: Obama's apology for meddling, along with an announcement that Iran will soon be placed on the "Favored nations" list. BTW true fact: He's already doubled the amount of exports to Iran this year.
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Liberals constantly demand that we accept a glaring falsehood as truth; Obama's elimination of the word "terror" will make terrorist acts less terrifying
Note how CNN always questions non-authoratarian sources of info coming from Iran?
The person who shot the video said it was taken Sunday, but CNN could not immediately verify that the protest had taken place.
Yet, here's how they portrayed an Iranian report:
Government-funded Press TV confirmed 13 fatalities Saturday, saying the deaths resulted from police clashes with "terrorist groups" in Tehran.
CNN didn't question these numbers, or the statement, at all. Wonder why? What makes CNN accept, without question, any and all statements from the Iranian Gov as fact; yet pro-actively questions any and all data coming from non-gov sources?
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Liberals constantly demand that we accept a glaring falsehood as truth; Obama's elimination of the word "terror" will make terrorist acts less terrifying
CNN seems to be pro-Ahmadi/Khameini, look at this: CNN's Shocking Suck-Up to Iran's Fascists:http://pajamasmedia.com
"The decisive margin of Iranian President Mahmoud Ahmadinejad’s victory in elections last week stunned many observers and angered his opponents’ supporters, who in the ensuing days took to the streets in protest by the hundreds of thousands."
Decisive margin? In a fake election? Sounds like they are taking talking points from Politico re 'Ahmadinejad Won, get over it'.
Liberals constantly demand that we accept a glaring falsehood as truth; Obama's elimination of the word "terror" will make terrorist acts less terrifying
This is the first attempted revolution I can think of where women are playing at least an equal part, fighting in the streets with the islamothugs. They are even more suppressed than men in Iran, and they are fighting for rights and freedoms American women take for granted. Where are Western feminists to support them? Waiting for an okay from the democratic party? Still going through dumpsters in Wasilla?
The silence from them has been beyond disgrace..tells you all what you need to know about what a phony bunch of NAGS they all are...always have been always will be.
Doubling down on stupid is not a particularly good idea. ~Andrew Breitbart
Feminism was never about getting equal treatment for women. It was about "Me first" and screw the rest of you. I've pointed out to some women that in Saudi Arabia an 8 year old boy can tell a grown woman what to do and she can be punished if she doesn't do it. They look at me and reply, "Yeah, but I'm getting paid only 75 cents for every dollar a man makes."
I demand equal treatment under the holidays! As a non-father, I think my noble sacrifice should be honored with presents and a nice brunch. After all, I'm doing everyone a huge favor - the world is much better off without any of the kids I would have...this means quieter restaurants, higher grade point averages in schools, and later, a few less inmates in prison.... :)
The "Mainstream" Media: By liberals. For liberals.
Happy Non-Fathers' Day (or Uncle's Day)....I'm in the same boat you are, Auntie Blonde, spoil them rotten and send them home! Can I drive your t-bird, Auntie? Like that....drives the parents nuts!
Too all you dads out there....Happy Fathers' Day to you!
Good point - my mini-van was put to use last night ferrying my nephew and friends to dinner and the movies. I am the alternative driver, etc. to the full time job that is getting the kid to school and activities. Okay, why no Uncles and Aunts Day?
The "Mainstream" Media: By liberals. For liberals.
When I realize I don't have to endure the slings and arrows of child rearing - I know that's true. The little crumb cruncher is an excellent student with academic and athletic awards out the wazoo, but not having to endure the battle of getting him to start his homework everyday of the school year is reward enough for me -oh, what am I saying, give me cash! :)
The "Mainstream" Media: By liberals. For liberals.
To all of you who have wished us dad's a Happy Fathers Day I say thank you and bless you!
I'm the proud dad of four. My oldest has finished his first tour with the US Navy and signed up for another, I am proud of him.
My second is just finishing his tour with the US Marines and is signing up with the Air Force, I am proud of him also!
My daughter is in college and is a very conservative young lady. She is doing well and has a good future ahead of her. I am very proud of her to say the least.
My youngest son just graduated high school with honors. He has a full scholarship to Troy University in Alabama. Good job son!
For all you dad's out there, Happy Fathers Day! Way to go dad's! Bless you all!
Sorry about the bragging, I can't help it, I am very proud of my kids!
Gary
Look, it's already hot as hell down here, so don't sweat it! - My Dad
I was so in love with Zicam. I may be responsible for dozens of family and friends no longer being able to smell... This past cold/flu season, I read about Zicam. I checked out all the ingredients, and I thought it was a good product to try. So...whenever my husband, son or I got colds, I would go whip out the cold remedy sticks. It helped tremendously -- we've never gotten over colds faster. And then, as if that wasn't enough, when we felt just a twinge of a cold coming on, I'd whip out those sticks again -- and no colds came! I thought I had found liquid gold. It gets worse...
I kept two packs of the stuff in our medicine cabinet at all times, and I also touted its wonders to many family and friends (not to mention the UPS guy, the grocery clerk -- whoever brought up the topic of having a bad cold). Shoot, if I had samples, I would have passed them out. I could not believe it when that report came out saying you could use your sense of smell. Crap! To say I was bummed is putting it mildly. And then I had to strain my brain to remember everybody I told about Zicam.
Thankfully, none of us ever had a problem with losing our sense of smell, but I'm sure if they hadn't come out with this warning that we would have been prime candidates for never smelling the roses again. ^_^
I guess it's back to the standard chicken-and-noodle soup. Did I mention how bummed I am?
It actually does what it says its supposed to do, if you follow the instructions, I can not see how it could cause a problem, and if its only temporary, its a small price for not having a full blown cold,
OK, now you both have spelled it with a "y," and it is making me think I've got the wrong spelling. Gosh knows we used it enough ... I could have sworn it was "Zicam."
OK, tomorrow I'm going online to find the whole spiel they gave on this because all I saw was this little news clip, but it showed the box of cold remedy sticks that we used ... and I went "Eek!" and tossed the box. I should know more about it. I don't even know if they pulled it from the shelves. Maybe it's people who were using the stuff all day long, every two hours. At least we did follow the directions on the box.
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Happy Father's Day to all
June 21, 2009 - 10:32 ET by motherbeltHappy Father's Day to all fathers here!!
God bless you, every one!
I didn't think it was physically possible, but this both sucks and blows. -Bart Simpson
Coffee, tea or Diet Pepsi spew alert
June 21, 2009 - 11:11 ET by ricklailUSA Weekend has an article on Mika Brzeninski. Boy what a farce. They tell the reader that Morning Smoe beat Good Morning America. What they don’t tell is the viewer’s ship was like 608,000 to 598,000 or about 10,000 viewers. The coffee spewing comment from Mika, “On our show, I found an outlet where I can be a little imperfect and a little bitter -- but be a little smart, too. I used to have to hide.” (I think be a little smart is to be a smart ass.)
To brag that you beat Meredith Verara is not saying a whole lot either.
Semper suprene nitens
al NYT Bias Alert
June 21, 2009 - 11:24 ET by slickwillie2001Al New York Times in an obvious attempt to make it appear the public is in favor of a socialist system of healthcare: NYT Oversamples Dems to Find Support for Nationalized Health Care: http://gatewaypundit.blogspot.com
"The poll found that most Americans would be willing to pay higher taxes so everyone could have health insurance and that they said the government could do a better job of holding down health-care costs than the private sector."
Al New York Times is not to be trusted, anytime, any topic, any writer. Ever.
slick - polls are indeed a funny thing..
June 21, 2009 - 12:13 ET by Gary HallKeller's poll gets what Keller wants. Of course, he's asking uneducated folks (uneducated on the issues at hand) questions they really don't understand. For instance, from the NY Times (my bold):
"Something like Medicare?" How many of this 72% understand that Medicare is not a comprehensive medical plan - never has been? That's why tens of millions of older Medicare recipients all run out and purchase a Medicare supplement plan - a private insurance plan to cover what Medicare doesn't cover.
How many of the 72% clearly understand that in broad slices of the country - one cannot find a physician who will take Medicare. "Hey - I love my new Medicare for all plan -- but I don't have a doctor?"
How many of the 72% heard that SC nominee Sotomayor's brother, Dr. Juan Sotomayor, runs an asthma clinic in Sycamore, NY which does not accept Medicare (or Medicaid) patients. Think EE. Empty Empathy.
How many of the 72% heard, or understand, that Obama just announced that he's proposing to slash funding for Medicare and Medicaid by some $400 to $600 billion --- oh yeah - that will make it more comprehensive and bring in more primary care physicians to that failed and corrupt system. Note: He's robbing Peter to pay Paul.
If the NY Times gave the respondents a brief education about Medicare and then asked the same question - I can only imagine that the numbers would crash.
For a little more of a compehensive look at current views --
Last weeks in depth polling from the Pew Reasearch Center, provides a heck of a lot more detail of how the American people actually think.
(;~> Gary
The Gary Hall Pesky Fact Lecture
June 21, 2009 - 12:25 ET by BlondeSlick....now your life as a poster here is now complete....Gary's delivered your own personalized "pesky fact lecture".
Too bad we can't administer same to the media....and make it stick.
I wouldn't believe those cretins at the NYT if they said the sky was blue.
I hope he fails, too.
Blonde.....
June 21, 2009 - 12:46 ET by Gary Hall..one of these "pesky" days - I'm going to get ya for that. Hee hee.
(;~> garu
:)
June 21, 2009 - 13:05 ET by BlondeHappy Father's Day!
I hope he fails, too.
Obama: I share the world's
June 21, 2009 - 12:10 ET by ThisnThatObama: I share the world's "deep concerns" but it wouldn't be productive "to be seen as meddling."
Ahmadinejad warned the United States and Britain Sunday: Butt out. I advise you to correct your interfering stances. The "possibility of organized and comprehensive disruption and irregularities in the election ... is almost close to zero."
Soon to come, I'm sure: Obama's apology for meddling, along with an announcement that Iran will soon be placed on the "Favored nations" list. BTW true fact: He's already doubled the amount of exports to Iran this year.
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Liberals constantly demand that we accept a glaring falsehood as truth; Obama's elimination of the word "terror" will make terrorist acts less terrifying
Thank God for men...
June 21, 2009 - 12:19 ET by bigtimerHope all Dad's here had or are having a fantastic Father's Day!
We wouldn't be here without you.
By the way...that video is beautiful that is posted above in the OT blog post...thank you...made me misty-eyed...I miss my Dad.
Doubling down on stupid is not a particularly good idea. ~Andrew Breitbart
Note how CNN always
June 21, 2009 - 12:27 ET by ThisnThatNote how CNN always questions non-authoratarian sources of info coming from Iran?
Yet, here's how they portrayed an Iranian report:
CNN didn't question these numbers, or the statement, at all. Wonder why? What makes CNN accept, without question, any and all statements from the Iranian Gov as fact; yet pro-actively questions any and all data coming from non-gov sources?
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Liberals constantly demand that we accept a glaring falsehood as truth; Obama's elimination of the word "terror" will make terrorist acts less terrifying
Re CNN
June 21, 2009 - 12:37 ET by slickwillie2001CNN seems to be pro-Ahmadi/Khameini, look at this: CNN's Shocking Suck-Up to Iran's Fascists: http://pajamasmedia.com
"The decisive margin of Iranian President Mahmoud Ahmadinejad’s victory in elections last week stunned many observers and angered his opponents’ supporters, who in the ensuing days took to the streets in protest by the hundreds of thousands."
Decisive margin? In a fake election? Sounds like they are taking talking points from Politico re 'Ahmadinejad Won, get over it'.
Here is a Father's day
June 21, 2009 - 12:32 ET by bigtimerHere is a Father's Day treat....I hope.
Taps Like You've Never Heard.
Doubling down on stupid is not a particularly good idea. ~Andrew Breitbart
That was nice, BT. Thanks
June 21, 2009 - 12:42 ET by ThisnThatThat was nice, BT. Thanks for sharing.
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Liberals constantly demand that we accept a glaring falsehood as truth; Obama's elimination of the word "terror" will make terrorist acts less terrifying
Very nice
June 21, 2009 - 12:48 ET by general companyThanks, less then 700 views so far.
My Gov. thinks I am dangerous, so be careful
"Television is a freak show" Bernie Goldberg
TnT & gc.... You can bet
June 21, 2009 - 17:13 ET by bigtimerTnT & gc....
You can bet that little gal was a twinkle in her Dad's eyes.
Doubling down on stupid is not a particularly good idea. ~Andrew Breitbart
George Washington What Would Dad Do?
June 21, 2009 - 12:33 ET by lareeHappy Father’s Day & George Washington Father of our Nation.
What Would Dad Do?
http://youhavetobethistalltogoonthisride.blogspot.com/2009/06/happy-fathers-day-thanks-to-father-of.html
Iran-Where are our feminists???
June 21, 2009 - 14:09 ET by slickwillie2001This is the first attempted revolution I can think of where women are playing at least an equal part, fighting in the streets with the islamothugs. They are even more suppressed than men in Iran, and they are fighting for rights and freedoms American women take for granted. Where are Western feminists to support them? Waiting for an okay from the democratic party? Still going through dumpsters in Wasilla?
slick... The silence from
June 21, 2009 - 14:29 ET by bigtimerslick...
The silence from them has been beyond disgrace..tells you all what you need to know about what a phony bunch of NAGS they all are...always have been always will be.
Doubling down on stupid is not a particularly good idea. ~Andrew Breitbart
Feminism
June 21, 2009 - 15:54 ET by GothampcFeminism was never about getting equal treatment for women. It was about "Me first" and screw the rest of you. I've pointed out to some women that in Saudi Arabia an 8 year old boy can tell a grown woman what to do and she can be punished if she doesn't do it. They look at me and reply, "Yeah, but I'm getting paid only 75 cents for every dollar a man makes."
To all the Dad's out there...
June 21, 2009 - 14:10 ET by PrairieSkyHAPPY FATHER'S DAY!!!!
"The problem is not that people are taxed too little...the problem is that government spends too much." ~President Ronald Reagan
Happy Non-Fathers Day?
June 21, 2009 - 15:02 ET by Chris NormanI demand equal treatment under the holidays! As a non-father, I think my noble sacrifice should be honored with presents and a nice brunch. After all, I'm doing everyone a huge favor - the world is much better off without any of the kids I would have...this means quieter restaurants, higher grade point averages in schools, and later, a few less inmates in prison.... :)
The "Mainstream" Media: By liberals. For liberals.
Chris....
June 21, 2009 - 15:37 ET by BlondeHappy Non-Fathers' Day (or Uncle's Day)....I'm in the same boat you are, Auntie Blonde, spoil them rotten and send them home! Can I drive your t-bird, Auntie? Like that....drives the parents nuts!
Too all you dads out there....Happy Fathers' Day to you!
I hope he fails, too.
Blonde.
June 21, 2009 - 15:55 ET by Chris NormanGood point - my mini-van was put to use last night ferrying my nephew and friends to dinner and the movies. I am the alternative driver, etc. to the full time job that is getting the kid to school and activities. Okay, why no Uncles and Aunts Day?
The "Mainstream" Media: By liberals. For liberals.
Because...it's our day, EVERY day!
June 21, 2009 - 16:11 ET by BlondeReread the part about "spoil them rotten and send them home". :D
I hope he fails, too.
When I realize I don't have
June 21, 2009 - 16:58 ET by Chris NormanWhen I realize I don't have to endure the slings and arrows of child rearing - I know that's true. The little crumb cruncher is an excellent student with academic and athletic awards out the wazoo, but not having to endure the battle of getting him to start his homework everyday of the school year is reward enough for me -oh, what am I saying, give me cash! :)
The "Mainstream" Media: By liberals. For liberals.
I'm a proud dad
June 21, 2009 - 16:51 ET by RukusTo all of you who have wished us dad's a Happy Fathers Day I say thank you and bless you!
I'm the proud dad of four. My oldest has finished his first tour with the US Navy and signed up for another, I am proud of him.
My second is just finishing his tour with the US Marines and is signing up with the Air Force, I am proud of him also!
My daughter is in college and is a very conservative young lady. She is doing well and has a good future ahead of her. I am very proud of her to say the least.
My youngest son just graduated high school with honors. He has a full scholarship to Troy University in Alabama. Good job son!
For all you dad's out there, Happy Fathers Day! Way to go dad's! Bless you all!
Sorry about the bragging, I can't help it, I am very proud of my kids!
Gary
Look, it's already hot as hell down here, so don't sweat it! - My Dad
Sweet tea please! - Me
Back at you, Gary!
June 21, 2009 - 16:55 ET by BlondeEnjoy your day....you obviously deserve it with such wonderful children. All the best!
I hope he fails, too.
Thank you good lady!
June 21, 2009 - 17:01 ET by RukusAnd might I say... "Go Gators!"
Also... "Roll Tide!" : )
Gary
Look, it's already hot as hell down here, so don't sweat it! - My Dad
Sweet tea please! - Me
→ Zycam alert!
June 21, 2009 - 22:16 ET by Cool ArrowI lost my sense of smell for three days back in April.
Now I find out it was probably the Zycam Gel that caused it rather than the flu symptoms.
Weird.
Cool~my "miracle cure" gone!
June 21, 2009 - 22:53 ET by Georgia GirlI was so in love with Zicam. I may be responsible for dozens of family and friends no longer being able to smell... This past cold/flu season, I read about Zicam. I checked out all the ingredients, and I thought it was a good product to try. So...whenever my husband, son or I got colds, I would go whip out the cold remedy sticks. It helped tremendously -- we've never gotten over colds faster. And then, as if that wasn't enough, when we felt just a twinge of a cold coming on, I'd whip out those sticks again -- and no colds came! I thought I had found liquid gold. It gets worse...
I kept two packs of the stuff in our medicine cabinet at all times, and I also touted its wonders to many family and friends (not to mention the UPS guy, the grocery clerk -- whoever brought up the topic of having a bad cold). Shoot, if I had samples, I would have passed them out. I could not believe it when that report came out saying you could use your sense of smell. Crap! To say I was bummed is putting it mildly. And then I had to strain my brain to remember everybody I told about Zicam.
Thankfully, none of us ever had a problem with losing our sense of smell, but I'm sure if they hadn't come out with this warning that we would have been prime candidates for never smelling the roses again. ^_^
I guess it's back to the standard chicken-and-noodle soup. Did I mention how bummed I am?
Zycam works - it counteracts the need for government healthcare
June 21, 2009 - 22:55 ET by spmcintyreIt actually does what it says its supposed to do, if you follow the instructions, I can not see how it could cause a problem, and if its only temporary, its a small price for not having a full blown cold,
there is no spoon...
Zicam or Zycam?
June 21, 2009 - 22:57 ET by Georgia GirlOK, now you both have spelled it with a "y," and it is making me think I've got the wrong spelling. Gosh knows we used it enough ... I could have sworn it was "Zicam."
?
ZICAM - and I use the oral spray version
June 21, 2009 - 23:15 ET by spmcintyreomg will I loose my sense of taste too???
there is no spoon...
LOL...
June 21, 2009 - 23:24 ET by Georgia GirlToo funny.^_^ At least you can still type!
OK, tomorrow I'm going online to find the whole spiel they gave on this because all I saw was this little news clip, but it showed the box of cold remedy sticks that we used ... and I went "Eek!" and tossed the box. I should know more about it. I don't even know if they pulled it from the shelves. Maybe it's people who were using the stuff all day long, every two hours. At least we did follow the directions on the box.