Is "cash for trash" (Stiglitz) a good idea? for taxpayers, that is?
Is ESPN's latest NBA ad homophobic? Does a basketball bounce?
Susquehannock Indian site gains national recognition
Senate Advances Tax Break for Homebuyers (NYT 2/4/09)
Pair unearth Saxon burial remains
Questions about the existing first-time homebuyer credit and the amendment today
Surveillance cameras must vanish after Vancouver's 2010 Winter Olympics
if you are going to fund the SCHIP bill, what funding source (tax) would you choose?
Pay caps only apply to future bailouts, not the ones we've already given.
Mr. James "$500K Is Not a Lot of Money" Reda Has A Website and A Contacts Page
"I weep for these men" (CEOs capped at 500K)
Bwaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaah Joe Scum almost had a slip
Lots of health care horror stories on GD. Please share them with Consumers Union
All right, how many people here would the house buying provision help?
Scientists Find Earliest Evidence of Animal Life
Wingnut LTTE: bush's failures due to media, Clinton (surprise!)
Wingnut LTTE: bush's failures due to media, Clinton (surprise!)
Protecting "sensitive national security information" = squelching evidence of crimes
TARP bank execs to come before Congress
AlterNet: Seat Al Franken Already
So is Agent Mike now out of a job?
Planting explosives and opening portholes on the already sinking Titanic.....
Stimulus NOW: Staff up emergency rooms and understaffed hospitals!!
How to control a herd of humans
Why Bush, Cheney, et al unlikely to be prosecuted
FEMA food kits may contain tainted peanut butter
Marine Science College Dean wants to kill whales (bush appointee of course)!?!
bush and his hand at destroying our economy
Oh, Joy! Jack Welch coming up on Morning Bloe!
Dollars & Sense: Tough Times for Older Americans
"Office of Faith Based Partnerships"
Republicans are still running the country
Conservatives: Since FDR Sucked, And Bush Was So Great, Let's Keep Doing What We've Been Doing
This story is a bit old, but betting you never saw this before...
Mystery of Ancient Pueblo Jars Is Solved
From all the pundit outrage about the salary caps - it's pretty obvious
Search to resume for kidnapping victim - Traumatized coworker took 2 hrs to call 911
I just looked up Dr. Trent Pierce in the FEC donation database: he's a Democrat.
Mona Charen is a fucking idiot.
"Aww. I wonder if Bernie Madoff really meant to hurt anyone. I think he meants for it to go on .....
Bush SEC Holdovers Cite Exec Privilege In Stonewalling Congress About Madoff Scandal
Nelson (D-Ne) says progress being made on stimulus bill
'Evangelists' accused of stealing from Tenn. homes
CSPAN 1 has hearings now on tainted food, including poisoned peanuts. nt
Good LTTE in my local paper yesterday
Are Students the New Indentured Servants?
What is important today on M$NBC?
Giant prehistoric snake found in Columbia
Facing foreclosure? Don't leave. Squat
FL GOPer fwds racist e-mail, later laments the loss of sense of humor of those offended.
What Obama needs to tell the GOP in regards to the stimulus bill...*PUKE ALERT*
British High Court orders info about US torture kept secret citing 'threats' from U.S.
Is anyone else having problems with your browser loading Photobucket
Does Jay Leno get his salary capped at $500,000?
New jobless claims jump more than expected to 626K
Stephen Colbert Goes Christian Bale On Steve Martin
The key to "consumer confidence" is restoring "citizen confidence"
Pisses me off -Clean Coal Coalition using Obama speech in Ad - There's No such thing as clean Coal!
A lesson for all to learn, about the stock market bailout
The Stimulus: Obama's Bray of Pigs?
Cop punches woman in the head 4 times
Please help commemorate Colin Powell's UN "Day of Shame" anniversary
10-year-old reportedly found hanged at Ill. school
Ruling Favors Ex-Congressman and Could Limit Other Investigations (Abramoff)
Cheney in Repose: A Poem - By The Rude Pundit (In Response To Politico Interview)
Good lord..are people really this dumb?
Dubya - It isn't just Torture or War Crimes - FDA allowing Salmonella & bad Drugs are also crimes!
The Rude Pundit - Cheney in Repose: A Poem
My credit score 758. My Capital One CC went from 6.49% to 15.99%. No late payments.
"Still at War" by Noah Pierce (Iraq Vet, poem inside his funeral folder)
LiveLeak video: US soldier has major verbal confrontation with Iraqi police
Is sending racy 'sexts' flirting, or is it porn?
Dr. Chu is speaking at the energy department - Any links?
How many Democrats in the Senate believe like Republicans....?
Oh boy, the religious right kooks are mad at the Deputy Atty. General
We should outsource all of our Air Traffic Controllers. Save a little money.
Air traffic tapes of Hudson plane crash released
Repubs are holding up Hilda Solis because she favors the WORKER, not the boss
Cat Fight! Cat Fight! Cat Fight!
The Pope says he didn't know Bishop Williamson's views when he lifted ex-communication
GOP Rep. Admits Republicans in Congress are Wannabe Terrorists
I propose a tax credit of up to $5,000 for homeowners who refinance and lose that much money
Kucinich Speaks For An Hour About The Economy (video)
did i miss a story on darth today?
STOP listening to the media..mobilize, grass roots..remember millions a few weeks ago
Detailed List of Recovery Plan Provisions - House vs Senate
From 2/23/03: Barry Crimmins, "I Was Almost a Stooge For National Plutocrat Radio"
Need proof the GOP brand is dead? Meet Walt Minnick
What's the antidote to disaster capitalism?
'Sexploration' At Ohio College To Feature Pizza And Porn
I've got an Idea..Lets Have a Party!!..Mods? Duers
Prehistoric 'monster snake' remains found.
Hawks Urge Boosting Military Spending
Card tells Obama he's not respecting the office of President
Effort to divert $5.2 billion in stimulus package for Pentagon weapons purchases fails in Senate
Can You Hear It My Friends???? Can You HEAR IT?????
I hope my fellow DUers are watching CSpan 2 this morning.
Pre-emptive rationalization thread for when Bill Frist is given Health and Human Services
Doug Feith is rewriting history on Thom Hartmann's show now
Feith is speechless about PNAC lolol
How does Bill Gates incite awareness of malaria? Simple: Unleash mosquitoes on the audience.
LA Times: Wall Street finds ways around executive pay caps
LA Times: Wall Street finds ways around executive pay caps
Breaking - SC Justice Ginsberg underwent surgery for pancreatic cancer in NY
Use this statement over and over......
" . . . the failed theories that helped lead us into this crisis."
" . . . the failed theories that helped lead us into this crisis."
Kyrgyzstan Moves to Close U.S. Base
Toyota shuts down all but one assembly line
Consumer Reports: Don't bother with Starbucks
well great, a US base to be closed - forced to be closed
Army Reports Alarming Rise in Suicides Last Month Exceeding Combat Deaths For Both Wars
Just heard Justice Ginsburg has pancreatic cancer, having surgery
OK Mr. Nadler, SHOW ME THE MONEY!!!!
Rush Limbaugh less loved than Jeremiah Wright or Bill Ayers.
Should a 10% GDP Stimulus reduce
Chicago: January Was Among Coldest Months On Record
Az people - or anyone else that wants to let off some steam ----
on the View today The TWIT is at her finest twit mode
Why Jake Tapper, you ol' dog .......
Wyden (D-Or) for HHS? His former aide a "Health Care Lobbyist?"
Ugghh.....Is anyone listening to Douglas Feith on with Thom Hartmann?
U.S., Al Qaeda Near Major Trade Agreement
Fuck the McCain Proposal! (Watching C-Span Senate Coverage)
Palin rails against 'anonymous, pathetic bloggers'
$15,000 tax credit for first time home buyers PASSES
Anyone in LV who can help this guy out?
Senator Hatch is in his Alto voice again
Obama Thanks U.K. for Concealing Evidence of U.S.-Sponsored Torture
Whistling Past the Afghan Graveyard, Where Empires Go To Die
Seen any emails about cops giving out more tickets to make up revenue?
Kevin Bacon, Sandy Koufax among those taken to the cleaners by Madoff
Here is my deal: 10 YR Public Service Student Loan Forgiveness is messed up if you are married
Hopefully by the next Super Bowl we won't hear and there won't be drinking games where...
"Does the President believe in separation of church and state?"
Well, Crunch Limpballs got what he wanted: Attention. (And I know I'm not helping
The housing tax credit is $4,200 off a $150,000 house.
Court: Giant inflatable rat has free speech rights
You remember where Ford was before they introduced the Taurus?
The prospect of a pro-worker Latina Labor Secretary has Repug assholes quaking......
Two Number Two's Critize Obama
Nelson (D-NE) and Collins (R-ME) seeking $80-$100 billion in cuts from stimulus
Chuckie Todd gets shut down everytime with Gibbs
Listening to the Panetta hearing and thinking about prosecuting torturers ......
Republicans, moderates and the media don't get it: The old thinking doesn't work.
msnbc reporting that harry reid announced they would vote on stimulus pkg. tonight
Exotic dancer set on fire outside LA nightclub, in critical condition
My Take On The $15,000 Tax Credit:
The Mudflats has a good post on the Employee Free Choice Act
Our neighbor was laid off yesterday. She went to work and her job just diappeared.
The Army reports 24 suicides in January, 2009.
Malia and Sasha forgot to delcare the value of their Christmas presents in their 1040s!
Bill Gates Unleashes Mosquito Swarm On Audience
Should not we be using the "ROBUST PACKAGE" buzz words to sell Obama's Jobs Bill?
Bill Gates Goes goes nuts during conference
Everyone MUST call their Senators to tell them you support Obama's
For those who have been following the social and ecological crisis in western Alaska
YO: Reid Says He Has The Votes
cspan: stimulus debate in senate---the republics have NOTHING TO OFFER but tax cuts
Anyone know where I can find transcript of Harry Markopolos hearing?
Panetta: "I think we have to define what kind of rendition we're talking about."
LOL -- Huff Post front page: SHOE WARS
What is the purpose behind the GOP calling Social Security an "entitlement"?
President Obama, Congress CALL THE GOP'S BLUFF!!!
I Killed My Parents -- They Asked Me to Do It
Stick it to ultra-conservative Republican billionaire Rich DeVos in this poll: DU It!
Idea that oughta be a law - The party in minority takes a 50% pay cut
Check out the Senate roll call for this week - rejected, rejected, rejected
saxby chambliss is a hoot 'when will all this spending end?'
Political cartoon I can't draw but can describe re: jackets in WH
Hawks gunning for more military money - Asia Times
Gene Lyons: No need to meet GOP half way
HuffPo: Where's Obama's Grass-Roots Army? Conservatives Outphoning Liberals 100-to-1
So if you think our economy and government are irreparable
Big shout out for the Wyden-Snowe amendment!!!
We need to stop calling it the Stimulus Bill or Package and instead call it
We need to stop calling it the Stimulus Bill or Package and instead call it
Landlord claims murdered woman "broke her lease & gave 'insufficient notice to vacate'. Wants his $
they are voting right now on McCains alternative bill
Republicans you just dont get it, AMERICANS DO NOT HAVE PAYCHECKS
Creative way to find work. Carpenter puts *ADVICE FOR NICKLE* booth at Farmer's Market. Gives advice
Scabby the Rat comes out winner in free speech battle (CNN)
I want Russ' Amendment to pass!
I suppose I'm a quitter and not a good Dem
Republican amendments should be banned until they agree NOT to filibuster
I have had enough of this bullshit.
Unhinged Repugs report: Rep. Pete Sessions of TX
c h a n g e -Obama's Faith-Based Office to Depart From bu$h*s Precedent
Rove?..Cheney?..everyone with an "R" next to their name..24/7
Roll call votes from this week:
Voice quavering, Gomer sez he 'won't be intimidated by this president' ..... hahahaha
Who besides Teddy and Al Franken are missing the votes today?
Who besides Teddy and Al Franken are missing the votes today?
If you made $500,000 a year ...
YouTube, the song 'Winter Wonderland' and Copyright Law
FCC Sets Conditions for Stations that still want to give up analog service on Feb 17
Here is a real solution to the housing foreclosure problem.
Breaking: Clinton Being Recalled - Third Cousin Twice Removed Owes $500 In Back Taxes
Help me out D.U.ers.... Girlfriends Repuke Husband sent me this...
The Powers-That-Be Are Scared Sh*tless Over Obama
breaking cnn: mary matalin has serious face surgery
'The American People Have Rendered their Judgement"
anyone know what time the senate will be voting on the Jobs Bill?
Health Benefits For Unemployed Stripped From Stimulus
Can I be the first to suggest Harold Hongju Koh as Supreme Court Justice!!!
Can I be the first to suggest Harold Hongju Koh as Supreme Court Justice!!!
Why Don't They Seem to Care that they are Despised?
The Stage Is Set: Katherine Harris, Will You Please Run for U.S. Senate?
A whole raft of Dem Senators (and Lieberman) is attempting to gut the stimulus/jobs bill
Queen's gift shop sells racist rag dolls
What do you think is the ideological make up of the GOP?
dan rather on msnbc.....great perspective
How much do you make currently?
Robert Reich: Senate Republicans and the Stimulus: Playing Politics When the Economy Burns
And the "Darwin's Nightmare" award goes to.........
HUGE! LAT - Fed Judge Rules Denying Same-Sex Benefits Unconstitutional!
Why did the media put Cheney on with the "terra alert" message??
Religious Differences on the Question of Evolution - Pew Research
Talk me down: Anyone get the feeling our current economic woes were deliberate?
Boxer on C-Span 2 now - enforcing NEPA environmental requirements on construction projects
If Hemingway was right, and guts is "grace under pressure", then listen to this:
Our economy is in a landslide, landslides tend to gain speed and volume very quickly.
If I'm getting Charged $7.00 for a blanket and Pillow I'm keeping them.
dear republics, what do tax cuts mean to a man who doesn't have an income?
ron christie is chock full of shit
ACLU Urges Investigation Into Conditions At Texas Prison
Now, WAIT a minute. Army suicides higher than casualties in BOTH wars, and they're doing WHAT??
The Republicans are sounding more and more like the grownups ......
Indicted weapons dealer still making millions from Uncle Sam.
Did you hear someone instructing Gilibrand to vote no on this amendment?
What's so funny 'bout resourcefulness, thrift, and self-determination?
O.K. its time for Obama to say I'm the Decider
Author: With no protocols, Gitmo became 'Dante's Inferno-ish'
Oh, Please, No More Faith-Based!
Howard Dean for HHS! Sign this Petition & comment here at change.gov:
Musical plea to Ken Starr: Please don't divorce my dads
Holy Shit! Gerald Ford in the Oval office without a jacket or TIE!!!
Is it just me, or does Susan Collins always sound like she's about to burst into tears?
Rep John Campbell (R-CA) On Month Hiatus After Surgery
Why are Republicans and other people against socialism ?
Why are Republicans and other people against socialism ?
Dallas hardware store offers Bush door greeter position
Dallas hardware store offers Bush door greeter position
How Come Ya Don't Hear "Winter Wonderland" & "Let It Snow" After Xmas?
Here's what I feel like doing with republicans blocking the stimulus...
Even with Space-Launch Capabilities, Iran's Threat Level Remains Low
Hundreds counter Phelps' anti-gay picketers at high school in Kansas
Protestor throws shoes at City of Ithaca NY Common Council Mtg
For all you Arizona - bashers out there:
Sessions: GOP Insurgency "May Be Required" (you won't believe this?)
What's this CRAP about Newt Gingrich as HHS
senate is voting on mccain (R-Ass) amendment that would REPLACE the entire stimulus package
Question has been answered. Moderators, delete.
AP: Senate rejects McCain's alternative stimulus plan
Truth Dig covers Dean's Vermont days....says he should have been first pick
Wow, AP Suing Shepard Fairey Over Derivative Image of President Obama
Corpse dug up from cemetery, taken to local hospital
Why is Obama thinking of moving the nuclear weapons complex from the Energy Dept. to the Pentagon??
Why is Obama thinking of moving the nuclear weapons complex from the Energy Dept. to the Pentagon??
IBM's Palmisano: Take a job in the 3rd World...at 3rd World wages
IBM's Palmisano: Take a job in the 3rd World...at 3rd World wages
What's up with KTLK in Los Angeles?
Obama boarding Air Force One for his first trip as POTUS
Have fun (or maybe not) looking at mortgage and credit defaults right in your city!
Does anyone have pictures of the President boarding Air Force One today ...
At 55, I 'm thinking about becoming a teacher
Obama's Labor Sec...Solis has problems with Hubby's Tax Filings!
Anyone else feel a little terror when Cheney resurfaced to warn us of impending doom?
Senator Tom Harkin backs HOWARD DEAN for HHS
I feel awful for being so wrong about Tom Dasche, but I'm excited as hell about the idea of Dean
Judd Gregg --good enough to be Commerce Secretary, but not good enough to handle the Census???
OK, screw the Senate - how about Sea Shepard?
Fuck the obstructionist Republicans. Time to invoke the nuclear option
A simple explanation of the $15,000 tax credit for home purchase.
****Obama now speaking to Dem leadership on CSPAN****
$7 for a "power nap" on USAirways.....
What's your employment situation?
There's something strange about the "news" coverage today.
Okay......we've got 2 years. Who should be 'voted off the island' with regard
A small service makes a big difference on skid row - warehouse with storage bins
What is the "povery level" now days?
Just received this email from "Voters for Peace"
Dean will not be HHS secretary.
Hey, NYC DUers, what's that smell? New Jersey...no really, it is.
Ohio Homes Sell For As Little As $7,000
The only reason Sarah Palin has attacked a certain senator and an actress is their gender.
I may have a job offer --and I'm retired! Some ideas for unemployed Duers!
The people have spoken. "Saddlebacking" defined!
"ANYEFFINGBODY BUT HOWARD DEAN!!!"
Is this a problem, giving responses to the dumbest posts ?
OMG! After watchin CSPAN today I finally realized where I've seen Harry Reid before!!!!
Why couldn't if have been one of the evil fucks...Scalia or Alito.
Why couldn't if have been one of the evil fucks...Scalia or Alito.
Volcano Redoubt just went through sustained big rumbling, getting to the end of the opening act?
The whole Republican party really ought to be shut down
Former Iranian revolutionary: "Talk to US, says leader of (1979) embassy takeover"
From the shameless corporate fascist kommissars at ABC.....
TAG THIS! See EVERYTHING in both House and Senate version of the JOBS BILL:
Reid just said they are staying all night till the Stimulus is done
Reid just announced there will be no vote tonight.
Recalcitrant senators need a starve-in at their offices
First you want to take away my free TV. Now you're going to tax my tobacco ?!?!
If Dean is nominated for a post in the Obama administration ...
props to Durbin for calling McCain on his "no defense spending!!!!" statement
Senator Coburn thinks zoos, museums, aquaria are "luxuries".
Senator DeMint's amendment failed!!!(via AU)
Rachel Maddow....Reid Has To Go To Bed
Mods: please merge this thread
Why is Democratic Underground the best website?
Oregon Senator Merkley: Creating Jobs Is Not "Wasteful"
Let's just start calling it the SPENDING bill and pre-empt all the bullshit
Rachel is doing a brilliant rant on Economic Stimulus
Ginsburg Has Pancreatic Cancer
Just heard some news, is this right, the Pres got Air Force One cranked up for a hundred mile trip?
Breaking News on CNN: U.S. drops charges against USS Cole bombing suspect
Email NOW! Fill in your Senator's name...
Best post I've seen all day, and it is from a newbie! :
I missed this TARP accountability bill the House passed on 1/21/09 - thanks Rep Hinchey!
Lindsey Graham on MSNBC "We're shut out of the process!"
A small service makes a big difference on skid row
BUY AMERICAN!!!! YAHOOOEEEEEE!!!
President Obama called it 'cable-chatter'
Only history will tell... but either the Republicans have been played for fools
In times of crisis, Parisians take to scavenging
Scare Tactics: Cheney and Obama?!
Portland mayor bags the plastic bag tax (with economy does not think it is time for a new tax)
As if you need one, yet another reason to hate John Boehner
Is Colburn just railing on an empty room and a camera?
Mandatory Thursday Malloy Truthseekers check in!!
Lindsay Graham is a fucking idiot.
Bill O'Reilly Hits New Heights of Sophisticated Discourse: 'I'll Beat You With a Bat'
Wow, seems like everybody and his brother is calling for Obama to appoint Dean to HHS
Why are you denied unemployment if you're going to college?
USA Swimming Suspends Phelps for 3 Months
USA Swimming suspends Michael Phelps, may not swim in 2012 Games
I've got a recent post up with 200 replies....
"Meet The Press" Ratings Lowest Since David Gregory Became Moderator
Former Colorado McCain Staffer Accused of Molesting Boys
Atheists get some love from Obama @ the National Prayer Breakfast!
Shame! No jacket for Bush Sr.?
Treasury overpaid $78 bn for toxic assets
So we get another day. (EDITED)
What the hell is this .025% APR on savings accounts BS?
Lindsay Graham says Reagan "solved" the Social Security "problem."
Senators Draft List of Cuts in Stimulus Plan (NYT 5/5)
I hope everybody knows what just happened with the "buy American" part of the bill..
Woman found guilty of carving her name in man's shoulder with Stanley knife.
Congressman Bright's (D-Alabama) Letter to Me on His Opposition to the Stimulus Bill
check in here if you would kill for not a $500k job, but just a "lowly" $50k job
Fatal (Tylenol) tampering case is renewed
Enough is enough? UAW memebers at a local auto parts plant voted
For those who don't believe the media is the enemy.. READ THIS!
You guys should watch CSPAN2 today. They are debating the stimulus bill in the Senate.
Well, now I'm a victim of the "intellectual property" Nazis.
Moderates were key to Obama's victory
Victory: First-Ever Felony Charges of Cruelty to Factory-Farmed Birds
Has anyone heard any story on teevee that asks why a *reasonable* item is in the StimBill?
Kellogg to drop Phelps over pot-smoking photo
Let's try this - free post-secondary education
Wow ! A Republican actually does something for the little person !!
We're watching a President get manhandled by Congress. Long time since we've seen the like.
We're watching a President get manhandled by Congress. Long time since we've seen the like.
For Obama to drive from D.C. to Williamsburg, they would have had to close the interstate.
Add more to the list of unemployed. My husband's last night of work will be tonight.
Tweety just ripped Andy Card a new one in regards to his "dress code" comments.
Tampa Tribune delivered 56, 500 New Testaments to subscribers during Super Bowl
Thom Hartmann: "Tax every dollar earned in excess of $3.2 million per year at 70 percent......
My lobbying in DC for the Stimulus Bill- a report and a few pictures
Years and years of neglect of the average working person...
The unemployment office makes me want to vomit with rage.
The unemployment office makes me want to vomit with rage.
I just noticed something about the language used to describe the jobs bill.
DU Group Suggestion: Job Hunting
Lindsey Graham: "We've had enough presidents trying to scare people to make bad decisions"
Is Lindsay Graham just mad he wasn't picked to be one of the "16"?
What a 2,158% tax increase means to my SS Disability...
Do we need 60 to pass this or just simple majority?
Guardian UK: Hasta la vista, Arnold
Who should Obama name to the Supreme Court when it becomes necessary?
Barbara Boxer For Senate Leader
Is this a problem, giving scholarships to the smartest kids ?
I just want to start a thread of good karma for Ruth Bader Ginsberg
Are you filing your tax returns NOW, or
Look at what dates are conspicuously missing from this
Obama Practically Practicing Party Politics
Flora Crater, 94, Feminist, Political Activist Fought for Equal Rights
What I learned today: If you have a loved one who is suffering with pain
Dallas Store Invites Bush to be Greeter
PHOTO: Tell the WORLD you are an ex-masturbator thanks to "Passion for Christ" T-shirts
Some good news I would like to share with all of you.
A Family Business Is A 24/7 Job That Goes BEYOND Wages. DU'ers Who Support Inheritance Taxes
For those who have lost Cable - Here is a list to hopefully help out.....
I want to see who was the first place winner.....if this was the runner up
great front page of Huffington Post
The greatest threat to America today is the Republican Party
To those complaining about the President taking AF 1 on a short flight
Congress approves digital TV delay... until JUNE !!!
****9th Circuit Court Rules Against DOMA****
Has Barney Frank Ever Actually Read The Constitution?
servants retaliating against Wall St. scammers
With Everybody Laid Off, What the Best Home Based Business to Start?
DEA Raids More California Medical Pot Dispensaries - Obama Admin. Reiterates Pledge to Stop Them
Kucinich Reintroduces Department of Peace Bill with 62 Cosponsors
Guess Who Will Be Helping to Shape Iran Policy for Obama?
Did DU see this? Guy who fought Obama's 'eligibility' situation posts, and it's wacko!
More on the Hudson River ditching.
Should Reid, Pelosi, Both or Neither be replaced as Dem Leaders?
Need a laugh? Ted Haggard Had a Sex Toy Molded After Himself, Used It
The Cheap Labor Cons are everywhere
Another reason we don't have electric cars
I just saw our President and Air Force One land at
Did I just hear that the House Dems are having a retreat in Williamsburg, VA?
I guess I am the only smoker who doesn't mind paying higher taxes for cigarettes
Obama needs to address the Nation and explain how Govt spending creates jobs immediately
Here's a special gift from me to those special people on DU, who ...
Is using violence to keep someone from killing an endangered animal ethical?
Palin better not mess with Ashley Judd!
The End of America (Would any Triangle NC area DU'ers like to help or brainstorm with me about
Do you support the death penalty?
Do you support the death penalty?
35 yr. old, Neil Kashkari (alias "The Mummy") Still Running TARP!
I'm craving a Carl's Junior Double Western Bacon Burger...
mmmm....freshly baked biscotti!
Brandi Carlile is a really good...
I Can't Stand The Rain. Apparently Steve Marriot can't either.
Insurance Giant Allows Download of Amazing Tune!
How about Oregon...anybody like anything about that state?
Yet again, I feel like everything I do is thankless
The BlueIris Semi-Nightly Poetry Break, 2/4/09
So, wimmins! if guys wuz eggs ...
"Bloom County" to finally be collected and reprinted in its entirety
i have that creepy "someone is watching me" feeling
WTF? The original Outer Limits? on my non-cable TV???
I dreamed I discovered a new species of cats!!
Post something you like about Aladdin Sane
I toook 2 hydrocodone before I went to bed
Great. I woke up to a water leak
I come back from the bathroom and there is this snowman . . .
Sarah Palin: What I've Learned
Need a realistic character reaction for my D&D game (longish)
OMFG! My workplace is chaos!!!
Anyone use gmail on Safari? Is there a way to make it chime when I get new e-mail?
What was so great about Frank Costanza?
What was so great about franks and not bras?
I guess even if you block someone on Facebook, they can find you
We just finished watching the last episode of Avatar: The Last Airbender...Ask me anything!
Ow!! I just rolled the car window up on my hand.
I come back from the bathroom and there is this woman . . .
Okay. It turns out that the Emergency Medicine Mid-term was the killer.
Blinded by his own ball, golfer sues
Do any national auto parts stores do home delivery?
PSA: Don't take anyone up on an offer to "stretch you out."
what was so great about franklin pierce?
Post something you like about Aladdin.
Um....not that I'm a pervert or anything, but how come DU doesn't have a "sex" place?
If you thought your life was messed up, read some of these...
I'm having to work really hard to get my eyes to focus
Poor Toeby just got back from getting neutered and his tummy hurts...
Poor Toeby just got back from getting neutered and his tummy hurts...
Great new TV channel with Japan TV shows in English
Q: Is any number more than three automatically an orgy?
Anthropomorphic dancing teapot headed salt and pepper shakers.
I don't believe it, I've been invited back to FR!
Encore is doing a Bond marathon all weekend
Happy birthday, Hammer! Hank Aaron Turns 75!!!
Some People Don't Appreciate English Anymore
Gen X'ers: If you could rename your generation, what would you name it?
Some people have too much free time
Attention Lounge Lizards. As an act of compassion, you will now be referred to as Lounge Kittens.
Found Pic Of Will Pitt Smoking Bong
I think this song fits our mood: Elliott Smith "Junk Bond Trader"
Why is it so freakin hard to find a can of Manhattan Clam Chowder?
i really wish my neighbor would scoop the poop from his backyard
For those of you bashing Christian Bale...
The Unobtainables: Ten automotive wonders you'll probably never get to drive in the U.S.
I really wish my neighbor's Lab would stop dropping land mines in my front yard.
Top Chef Fans: Who are you picking to win it all?
We're going to the south for the weekend.
Does anyone else sometimes lie awake reviewing stupid things you've said over the years?
Urgent! Protective vibes, please
Arrested Development fans: Who's your favorite character?
so i looked in the mirror this morning and said to myself:
so i looked in the mirror this morning and said to myself:
If I work in a gift shop is it okay for me to say to customers who want to use my phone "oh you can
The RetroLounge Daily Poem Thread (Thu 2/5/2009)
I think I'm going to try eating at least one vegan a day next year.
Who suffers more from the Dem capitulation on that portion of the Stimulus bill?
Whew! Ok, I think I figured out the Facebook problem
Astronomy Picture of the Day - Giant Stellar Nursery
I would like to STOP being so god-damn SELF-AWARE.
YouTube Users Lash Out At Warner Music Group.
DU women: How much money would they have to pay you to marry Rush Limpballs?
DU women: How much money would they have to pay you to marry Rush Limpballs?
My favorite pizzeria just started selling frozen versions of their pizza
Erotica....lets face it, thats what the majority of my paintings are
I have never eaten a "country fried" anything.
Christian site sells "Ex-Masturbator" t-shirts
Thing you haven't thought about for the longest time...
Help me find this old dad blog...
GOP committeewoman in FL sends racist email...about inauguration, blacks, and Katrina.
Ever testified at a trial? I once was looking out my window because there
Anyone here ever take the GMAT?
Since Ben & Jerry's made "Yes Pecan" ice cream in honor of Barack Obama
animated map of the growth of Target
This kind of stuff makes me really sad
Post something you LIKE about today's music
Fans of mindless 60's psychedelic garage-rock: check in!
I had a problem with my debit/credit card.
I think we have all been duped in the Michael Phelps thing-he clearly got caught
Anyone know if there's a Tim Horton's in downtown Denver?
Requesting permission to slap the hell out of Lindsay Graham.
She's yarp she's yarp she's yarp... she's in my head!
Just did my taxes. I'm getting back a big 10 smackaroos!!!
Man boldly robs Colo. store with Star Trek sword
Maybe Quaker should pick up Phelps' contract?
For gay DU guys and gals. How do you like your men/women?
Really, I mean WTF?!? A beer mitten?
Should Kellogg's end Bush's endorsement deal because he's an alcoholic coke snorting war criminal?
Beauty is the second thing to go!
I have a question for those who are familiar with dealing with narcissists...
An artist or an ape ?.... I swear this is so funny !
Anybody got a smartassphone? How's it working for you? nt
For DU Gays, lesbians, Bi, Trans, et al. How would you like your mate?
kitten picture of the day for thursday february 5
How am I going to explain to a car mechanic why I've never had my car tuned up?
I was just really mean to one of my dogs.
Worst third installment in a movie series
Im buzzin Big time....ask me anything..
How many days could you go without spending ANY money?
Any cool Firefox themes, add-ons, etc you'd recommend?
I got my YMCA membership reduced from $75 to $48 a month
Found Pic Of Will Pitt Smoking Bongos
What would you do if you had a goat? nt.
What would you do if you had a moat?
BREAKING: Kellogg's retroactively & posthumously terminates Bob Marley, Peter Tosh endorsement deals
Any coin collectors out there? Advice Please
I must say so again. This flashing collar for my dog is a godsend.
Hmm! Etta James doesn't like Beyonce?!?!?
I just found out my neighbor was killed in an accident.
Will your weekend include listening to drunk rednecks sing "Sister Christian"?
My letter to Kelloggs...Phelps content
What music is stuck in your head today?
If Michael Phelps loses all his endorsements, who should be willing to take him?
A guy from my job committed suicide - he was only 36 years young.
I have a question about jury duty....
Have you ever felt so stable is scares you?
For the DU gents. how do you like your "gals"?
How often do you bathe/shower?
I just got $20 knocked off my phone and internet bill
Does your cat come when you call him/her?
What's more important- being happy or making a meaningful contribution
The worst movie with the best cast?
After Spider-Man who is the most popular Marvel superhero?
All I ask of God (Tonight's lullaby)
Cool site for artists to turn their work into prints, etc., for sale
Damnit, if Bill Gates can do it then so can I - I'm unleashing BEES into the lounge
Post something you like about Gabba Gabba (Hey).
Someone please remind me why America is so great.
Hmmm.... is your picker broken? (no not nose)
Man arrested for public menage a trois with two...blow up dolls.
What would you do if you had a boat?
Do you collect stuff? What is your hobby?
Do you collect stuff? What is your hobby?
I'm home sick for the fourth day this week!
We All Need Someone To Lean On...
We All Need Someone To Lean On...
Any fans of "Arrested Development" here?
What is a nice gift to give to a couple who have invited you over for dinner. I don't
Books that SHOULD be made into movies....
Report: Stimulus vote will happen by Friday and Obama thinks he has enough votes for it to pass
What was the wackiest advice you got from your mom growing up?
I think I'm going to try eating at least one vegan meal a day next year.
Review: The Electronic Cigarette
Gregg Supports Stimulus But Won't Vote On It
Obama has been President less time than a pretty good Movie's run at your cineplex!
Smartest Obama Supporter! and she's only 5 yrs old (video)
The Economist: The danger of writing off Barack Obama
CBC Chair (Barbara Lee) questions Gregg's views
How Obama Can Send an Important Message, By Filling the Nation's Most Protracted Judicial Vacancy
Ricky Gervais's open letter to Obama-Congrats & Let's agree to send Paris and Posh both to NYC
I heard Republican voters, McCain/Palin voters, cheering the CEO salary cap today. In TX.
Senator Keene Succeeds In Outlawing Masked Vigilantes
My suggestion to President Obama for the Stimulus would be...
World News Trust: Three Little Words (Mary Lyon)
The President & VP's calendar ~ Thursday, February 5
The right are letting their fingers do the walking.. a concerted effort
***Heads Up: POTUS to Speak at the National Prayer Breakfast.***
Sen. Amy Klobuchar (D-MN) Steals Show
Those who have purchased homes in the last year (2008) don't qualify for the $15K tax credit. Argh!
I keep seeing signs for "steelcut oatmeal"
Right Wingers Overloading Comments Section of Obama's OpEd
Obama can dictate the terms of America's recovery AND restore justice at the SAME time
General Discussion: Presidential ... STILL?!
Why I was so rude about the whole bipartisanship thing
CNN - Obama thinks stimulus will pass Senate soon, sources say
Ok, Let's GET IT OUT! What Will People Consider A SUCCESS For O Regarding The STIMULUS???
Are they REALLY that CLUELESS???...
Obama speaking at the Energy Department now on CNN
Newsweek: The GOP says the stimulus can't create jobs. They're wrong.
Anyone watching this Nelson and Collins News Conference on CNN?
Need link to Ms Obama vanity fair green pic
A Fascinating Phenomenon Is Happening.
Is there HOPE for Shepard Fairey?
In my opinion Obama should address the nation in prime time
whats really more important than this?
You thought your civic duty was done with electing Obama - think again, he needs your help.
obama taking over americas baked goods?pic heavy warning
The Action Americans Need By Barack Obama
Taking it to the Streets - GObama
I'm sure Obama can get 2/3 R's to vote for stim bill, its the D's that
Democratic Senate strips health benefits for the unemployed from stimulus bill.
Reid & Pelosi Are Old Washington.....
Obama Thinks Stimulus Will Pass Senate Soon
these repukes are full of shit!
I'm discouraged by the MSM zombies here
Obama losing the stimulus message war
MustView TPMtv: Who takes the bigger hit? Taxpayers or Shareholders? It depends on how you do it.
Obama doing Prime Time Press Conference Monday - Address also Considered
"The Banks gave loans to people who couldn't afford them". Isn't that the point?
Michelle Obama Should Stay Home And Cook. That Would Save Taxpayers Money
Has Obama Effectively Used the Bully Pulpit of the Presidency to Pass the Stimulus Package/Jobs Bill
Sen. Collins on CNN right now, sounds like she will support an $800 billion package
Michael Hirsch: Obama must reassert control of the debate
Dems need to post this chart on Senate floor for R's who are yet again flogging tax cuts as stimulus
Robert Reich: Senate Republicans and the Stimulus: Playing Politics While the Economy Burns
What to do about the right-wing media?
Ok, my bizarre Facebook problem, any ideas welcome:
Senate Very close on Stim package- Reid: "We think we've got it
Rush was wrong. The only "ankle grabbing" going on is by the Democratic Party
Obama Expands Mission Of Faith-Based Program To Include Muslim Outreach, Abortion Reduction
Limbaugh has had sweaty "ankle-grabbing" fantasies for years, but ...
Gallup: Nearly three-quarters of Republicans have a favorable view of Rush Limbaugh
Leo Donofrio Makes Philip Berg Seem Sane By Comparison In His Latest Missive
Every Single Day..... It Is becoming Apparent That The Republicans
If the Stimulus passes tonight.....watch the market tomorrow...
Anyone See this? Poll: Stimulus Is Popular, but Many Want Changes to Democrats' Bill
BREAKING: Associate Justice Ginsberg Undergoes Pancreatic Cancer Surgery
I think Obama just sent a message to the Senate Repub's
The CEO pay cap was not only common sense... it was EXCELLENT smart politics
Gregg to be stripped of census responsibilities. GOP accuses Emanuel of power grab.
If Ginsburg is forced to retire, Obama needs to pick a liberal and not a moderate nominee
Instant reaction to long-term strategists leads to needless angst
The $15,000 tax credit for housing is a bad idea
My choice for a Republican "Dream Team" Ticket in 2012:
Post something you like about Maryland
So WTF happened President Obama gets to D.C. and turns into a Washington insider ?
It Appears That Pelosi and Reid Have Become The De Facto Leaders of the Democratic Party
Is anyone watching Tweety? He just prefaced a clip of Obama speaking and cut to the bit.
President is taking it to Primetime Next Monday
SNAP ANALYSIS: Obama toughens talk, scales back ambitions
ABC news Jake Trapper an Republican Hack and Liar - Media Matters
Blue Dog Democrats threaten to walk away from the stimulus bill
An Economic 9/11 - Obama Needs To Change The Imagery.......
MSNBC JUST DID IT AGAIN-now claimed Obama's approval rating fell from the 80s to 60s in a WEEK!
Newt Gingrich for secretary of health and human services? NO !!!!!
Panetta Confirmation Hearing: Obama's CIA Pick Says No More "Extraordinary Rendition"
WITHOUT A DOUBT The stimulus package is too big.
ABC: Obama Likely to Order Military Commission Charges Dropped Against Terrorist Suspect Al-Nashiri
Breaking: Senate Dems Have Votes to Pass Stimulus!
Etta James Disses Beyonce's Inauguration Performance
For Now, No Separate Jewish Liaison For Obama
Who was that dormouse woman on "Hardball"
FUCK "AP Radio News" in the ass with a chainsaw
The Proliferation of "Pork" (what it means to lose a debate)
PHOTOS 2004 to 2009 ..... is it the same person??
Special Comment Alert: KO To do one on Cheney and his Scare Tactics
re: post-partisanship. what is it, of value, that we're supposed to learn from the GOP?
What is wrong with these people?
Media Matters: ABC News embarrasses itself
I'm sorry Chris Mathews couldn't find a Dem to counter Lindsey Graham
PHOTO So, eh, who intends buying one of these for their Valentine?
do media whores realize just how much they're whoring?
President Obama Versus the CW Machine, Round One
Howard Finemann just said (on Countdown) that Obama may not get the bill passed tonight...
75 billion goes to the States - Repuke talking point
Looking at CSPAN2 live coverage of the Senate it does appear we will have some action tonight..
Obama Really Stuck A Dagger In Them With the CEO Cap
Senate votes to ban executive bonuses
Our best wishes and thoughts go out to Ruth Bader Ginsburg. A reminder; Elections have consequences
The UK Courts know. The UK Foreign Office will not ask. Was Britain and the US complicit in torture?
Is there any upside to that Judd Gregg appointment? DLC appointees are tolerable but
keith is back on countdown!!! with special comment on dick cheney! nt
*** URGENT: Your help and ideas are needed! ***
Once again the IT & Engineering fields get the shaft; H1-Visa
Deep Impact, Morgan Freeman and the Economic Stimulus Plan
I think it's time for ALL the Governors to go to Washington and demand the passing of this bill
What's the best way to get Obama a message that we support what he's doing and wish him well?
***Heads Up: POTUS speaking to House Democrats in Willimasburg***
PHOTOS One last dance? C'mon, it's been a tough week.....where's the harm in a bit of romance ;-)
Obama OP-ED in Wash. Post: The Action Americans Need - By Barack Obama
Repug meme: Obama has gone into "campaign mode" (to sell the jobs/stimulus bill)
Obama's faith-based order: "while preserving our fundamental constitutional commitments."
FIRED UP!!!! Obama just spoke at Democratic retreat...
Obama breaks same promise again ("sunlight before signing")
Stick it to Rich DeVos, ultra conservative Republican billionaire in this poll - DU It!
Pretty please: Link for Obama's speech tonight? (Brit/Irish TV busy covering 2-ins-of-snow crisis)
Obama needs to pick the youngest reasonable choices he can for SCOTUS nominees.
Way to go Governor Randell you said it right tonight
the good thing about Obama 'reaching across the isle' early in his Presidency...
House Democrats from Texas to take lead in choosing federal judges (meet with White House lawyer)
It's not a stimulus bill only...
PHOTOS Obama takes a helicopter trip
Keith O did a great job of beating up on Cheney
Does someone have a video of Obama tonight? I missed it...
Truly, Politico is vile: "TelePrompter malfunction? O goes way off-script..seeming to fumble..."
Reid's abruptly stopping work on the bill tonight means the votes are not there for cloture.
Gibbs and ABC's Jake Tapper have tense moment during WH Briefing
President Obama Speaks to House Democratic Caucus: "The American people are watching" (transcript)
After Obama Praises Torture Ruling - Civil Liberties Group Appalled - ACLU 'Hope is Flickering"
Liberals pick Republican as 'hottest freshman' in Congress
GOT DAYUM OBAMA JUST KILLED IT!!!!!!!!
As a primary care physician, I want Howard Dean for my boss...
THINGS YOU CAN DO TO SUPPORT THE JOBS/STIMULUS BILL RIGHT NOW!
I'm Extremely Disappointed With Raw Story. Obama Did Not PRAISE a Torture Ruling
If government spending doesn't create wealth, as republicans say, then how do they explain
What scares the Republicans most: What if it works?
Well, well, more faith based shenagins vis a vis gays
Gergen worries that Obama was too partisan tonight
So now we have Hilda Solis's husband paying off a 16 yr old tax lien
Fellow citizens, I've decided that if it takes $800billion to oppose republicans
Pelosi Is trying to Derail Obama
Breaking News: Raccoons Invade White House Grounds
Hey Andrew Card: I'll take a president w/o a suit jacket who doesn't lie us into war. . .
Lindsey Graham on Hardball is "disappointed"
Howard Dean for HHS! Sign this Petition & comment here at change.gov:
REPUBLICANS have to HELD ACCOUNTABLE for this economic mess!
Does anyone think the Senators will watch Obama's fired-up speech he gave tonight-
Leon Panetta Confirmation Hearing. He's not taking Cheney's BS
Can I Get Some OBAMA LOVE?!?! "Those ideas have been tested, and they have failed."
Where are the big and ambitious ideas?
UNBELIEVABLE- ABC News Hit Piece tries to compare Obama's presidental perks to Wall Street CEO perks
We Must Spend the Next 12 hours lobbying our Senators.
I don't want to be goddamned "fired up" any more.
I don't want to be goddamned "fired up" any more.
We need a scarcasm avatar to use for terror-mongers--like Cheney.
Obama's Perks: Private Jet, Chef Tax-Free
Barbara Boxer just showed the whole Democratic Party how to kick GOP ass
Russell Simmons is crazy. Let the celebrity worship begin.
The Media is currently "Testing" Obama's Bully pulpit and American Support
What does bipartisanship even mean?
PHOTOS Obama on Air Force One - Maiden Voyage!
PHOTOS Obama on Air Force One - Maiden Voyage!
A pleasant surprise in a fashion column
PHOTO Michelle - The Most Beautiful Photo Yet??
My take on Obamas support of Faith Based organizations (little long)
Kick and Recommend if you think OUR PRESIDENT IS ON FIRE!!!!!!
****Heidi appreciation thread!****
What would you do if you had a wild oat?
No vote tonight... Senate adjourned till 10 am tomorrow morning.
Americans United Says President Obama's 'Faith-Based' Program Lacks Adequate Constitutional Safeguar
Just listened to the speech tonight...he is F***ING majestic.
The media has TOTALLY!! let the rethugs set the agenda on the stimulus package
Is Maddow's show becoming overly goofy?
Is Maddow's show becoming overly goofy?
Maybe RWers are just plain stupid.
No One Is Going To Care If The Stimulus Passes By 60 Vote or 80 Votes or 10 Billion Votes
Venezuelans slam anti-semitic attacks
General Motors Mexico plant to lay off 600 workers
UN wants accelerated farm aid to support Cambodia
Jolie asks Thailand to help Burmese refugees
China launches manhunt in fake drug case
China declares emergency as drought bites
Sri Lanka: No cease-fire, rebels must surrender
U.S. jobless claims surge in latest week to 626,000
Israel seizes Gaza-bound aid ship
McDonald’s Scales Back Prices in China
Police block events ahead of Tiananmen anniversary
Brazil: Despite Crisis Lula's Popularity Reaches Record High: 84%
Study Finds Long Lasting 9/11 Lung Trouble
Productivity surges and labor pressures ease
Factory Orders Fall For Fifth Consecutive Month In December
Report: Ohio Lost 262,383 Jobs Since 2000
Venezuela Catholic mission hit after Jewish attack
Venezuela Catholic mission hit after Jewish attack
Former Mississippi County Deputy Sheriffs Plead Guilty to Civil Rights Violations
Ex-husband told to pay slain woman’s rent
Israel ambassador is latest shoe-throwing target
Dollar mixed on Europe interest rate decisions
List of Madoff's presumed victims runs into the thousands
Greek socialists renew call for elections
Japan prince says his wife trying to resume duties
Bank of America cuts its jet fleet
Bank of America cuts its jet fleet
Obama Invites 9/11 Kin to White House
Ginsburg is hospitalized with pancreatic cancer (Supreme Court Justice)
DEA continues pot raids Obama opposes-President vowed to end policy
Obama Thanks U.K. for Concealing Evidence of U.S.-Sponsored Torture
Family Of Man Cleared By DNA Still Seeks Justice
Woman who traded money for sex with senator's husband gets jail
Senate committee delays vote on Obama labor nominee
Time Warner Cable Bandwidth Caps Coming To More Cities (TWC)
Blue Man Group layoffs; cobalt visage no protection from pink slip
Goldman, JPMorgan Won’t Feel Effects of Executive-Salary Caps
IBM's Palmisano: Take a job in the 3rd World...at 3rd World wages
Israel still dealing with international fallout
Treasury overpaid $78 bn for toxic assets
Peru mining security firm faces investigation
Report finds TARP at risk of fraud
LA Gov. Bobby Jindal: GOP needs to focus on country, not self
News Corp. Posts First Quarterly Loss in 3 Years on Ad Slump
Supreme Court Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg Hospitalized
Bank of England Cuts Main Rate a Half Point to 1%
Two Senators Seek to Strip Billions From Stimulus Bill
France may take NATO command post in U.S.
Czechs criticised over castration
In times of crisis, Parisians take to scavenging
President Obama Likely to Order Military Commission Charges Dropped Against Terrorist Suspect
Obama's Perks: Private Jet, Chef Tax-Free
IRAQ: No Unemployment Among Gravediggers
Hillsborough GOP Committeewoman Quits Over E-Mail
January military suicides show spike
Sen. Reid: We’ve got votes on stimulus
U.S. Housing Slump Has ‘Just Begun,’ Says Forecaster Talbott
U.S. suspends peanut company (linked to salmonella) from federal contracts
US Airways to charge $7 for pillows and blankets
Key Bush Gitmo Advisors Still on Job at Pentagon
TARP Watchdog: Treasury Overpaid For TARP Investments
(Justice) Ginsburg Has Pancreatic Cancer
Briton charged with organising 'swingers' parties in Thailand
Lawmakers Blast Food Safety Loopholes
Estee Lauder 2Q profit falls, will cut (2000) jobs
(IL Republican) State legislator wants William Ayers fired from UIC
Sarkozy condemns British Holocaust denier
Senate eases 'Buy American' clause in stimulus
Air traffic tapes of Hudson plane crash released
Pelosi on Obama: 'We have his back'
Dallas hardware store wants George W. Bush to be its door greeter
CBS Poll: Support For Stimulus Falls
Grim news for Murdoch : $6.4 billion loss
Charges dropped against suspect in USS Cole bombing
Peter Rabbit, the horse, being moved from pasture (nationwide outpouring of e-mails and letters)
The Action Americans Need by Barack Obama
(N.J. Supreme) Court: Giant inflatable rat has free speech rights
Broadcasts to Cuba questioned (Radio & TV Marti)
Panetta takes on Cheney at hearing
Wall St. employees accused in insider trading ring
Panthers vow to shut down ‘Negro Head’ cookie baker
STOCK MARKET WATCH, Thursday February 5
Kellogg To Drop Phelps Over Pot Smoking Photo
Japanese 'fired' (acoustics weapon) on Sea Shepherd chopper, inflatables
Solis (Secretary of Labor) nomination vote delayed
Calgary woman, 60, gives birth to twins
Another soldier who signed critical Iraq war column dies
Beijing wants return of Chinese held in Guantanamo
Insured Cancer Patients Face High Costs
U.S. Senate votes to ban executive bonuses (at banks that take taxpayer $$$ - past and future)
Cramps frontman Lux Interior dies
Dewey Martin, drummer of Buffalo Springfield, passes away.
Calif. octuplets' mom's veil of secrecy vanishes
Mexico drug fighter killed after less than a day on job
Sen. Harkin Backs Dean For HHS Secretary
Senate bill would bar H-1B hiring at firms receiving bailout money
Ease Cuba travel restrictions? Some Americans hope so
AP now Hopes for $/credit for Fairey's iconic Obama poster
Christian Bale vs. Bill O'Reilly
Who told Gonzales it was a good idea to go on the air? (00:55)
BILL MOYERS JOURNAL | Michael Pollan = Food Supply
Leaders Threaten Obama and US, Globalists Promise Retaliation for Trying to Protect US Jobs
Rachel Maddow Show - Rep. Barbara Lee discusses the nomination of Judd Gregg as Commerce Secretary
Chamber Of Commerce Fights Buy American provisions
Greenwald on Cheney's Fear Mongering
Stimulus Bill Growing Larger Everyday
Jim Mora Classic.....insert Tax Cuts instead of Playoffs
Despite Closing Gitmo & Banning Torture, Has Obama Kept Rendition Intact?Democracy Now 2/5/09 Pt 3
Despite Closing Gitmo & Banning Torture, Has Obama Kept Rendition Intact?Democracy Now 2/5/09 Pt 1
Shoe Hits israeli Ambassador at University in SWEDEN
David Shuster: Is Rahm Giving the GOP Their Anti-Pelosi Talking Points?
The British Government's UFO Hunt
Panetta: We Will Not Use Extraordinary Renditions
Nana Mouskouri - Song for Liberty
Worldwide English (0) My Videos
The Colbert Report: The Word - Rush Limbaugh: Smarmy of One
Rahm Emanuel Vs. Tom Daschle (Censored)
American Worker Ad: It's Time to Protect American Jobs
Darth Cheney strikes back on Politico!
Sen Sanders We Need A REAL Investigation Into Who Caused This Economic Collapse
TYT: Dean for HHS or Health Czar!
Obama Administration Moves to Heal Rift With Europe.
Capitalism At The Crossroads: Time To Wing It?
The Action Americans Need...(WAPO editorial by the President)
Queen Noor of Jordan - Interview with Riz Khan
Amid anger, Obama seeks right tone
AlterNet: The Right's Jack Bauer Fantasy: 'Clip the Electrodes to His Balls and Turn on the Juice'
GOP Racism and Fake Apologies, Feb 5th Edition
6 years ago today-Powell at the U.N.
Rachel Maddow Show: Paul Krugman on the Failure of Reagonomics
The Patriot Hour Breaking News - 188 N. American POW Camps!?!
The Shot Heard Round New Hampshire
Bush & Co.: Why are they too big to jail? (Amy Goodman)
Paul Krugman's Compelling Case for a NEW 'New Deal Ditch Dig'
TYT: Are Obama Cabinet Picks Scared of Republicans or Hiding Something?
Bizarre political rant during leather jacket commercial
2/5/09 President Obama Speech on the Economy in Williamsburg, Va. PART 1 of 2
When One Among Us Falls, We Are All Compelled to Act
2/5/09 President Obama Speech on the Economy in Williamsburg, Va. PART 2 of 2
BUSH SEC Official Claims Executive Privilege In Refusing to Answer Madoff Questions
Historians Claim Tom Daschle in Good Company: Gandhi!
The Action Americans Need-By Barack Obama (WAPO)
Save Our Wall Street Executives!
What About the Census? Does the choice of Judd Gregg make sense?
Andrew Card Plays the Joker: Criticizes Obama's Oval Office Attire
Glenn Beck on Obama's 'Change': Socialism
Stores held up by robber armed with a Klingon sword
IBM's Palmisano: Tech's Slumdog Millionaire
Israel Sees No Pressure On Nuclear Ambiguity Policy
¡Que se vayan todos! - that's the global backlash talking
President Obama Signs SCHIP legislation into law (2/4/09)
Joe the Plumber Nails the GOP 'Stimulus Position'
Sen.?? Sessions - Republicans Are Like The Taliban
Republicans are still running the U.S.
Tech firms battle US job protection laws while importing workers(Microsoft, IBM, AT&T and others)
Twenty Years of Dick's Tricks Got Us Here (No, Not That Dick, the Other One)
NYT Timothy Egan: Boo Hoo in the Boardroom
Pat Robertson Said Armageddon Would Be A "Battle" Over Who Controls Jerusalem
Sanders: Capping Executive Pay Is Only a Start
Cheney setting up Obama in anticipation of another terrorist attack
Former VP Cheney: Sometimes You Just Have to Cringe (NYT Editorial Board)
Olbermann-SPECIAL COMMENT: CHENEY DOING THE WORK OF TERRORISTS
Boxer Calls Graham Out on His Theatrics
One tax, two tax. Sin tax, poor tax.
Army official: Suicides in January 'terrifying'
The anti-communist purge of the American film industry
TYT: New Republican Plan To Get Big Business To Pay Less Taxes
Forget bipartisanship, just fix the economy (Lyons / Delaware Cty PA Daily Times)
Aussie TV EXPOSES HUBBARD'S CLASSIFIED Operating Thetan III OT3
Oregon Senator Merkley: Creating jobs is not wasteful
Barack Obama Angry Speech At The Energy Dept.
Advocacy Groups Fear New Wave of Homeless
Why Not Cut Military Spending?
Climate scientists look to Indian Ocean for reasons behind drought
"A Post-Superbowl Perspective on Yukon-Kuskokwim Civilization versus the Bering Sea Pirates"
Drilling Leases Scrapped in Utah
Experts in U.S. and China See a Chance for Cooperation Against Climate Change
Projecting the future of nitrogen pollution
Iceland New Government to Take Back Proposed Whaling Policy
AFP: Sweden reverses decision to phase out nuclear power
Iowa gov: Alternative energy funding top priority
China Declares Drought Emergency, With Particular Focus On Wheat Crop Impacts - Reuters
Climate Dynamics/ENN - Rapid Arctic Ice Loss Linked To Extreme Regional Weather Events
Study - Persistent Organic Pollutants Alter DNA Function In Greenland Residents - EHN
Honda Aiming For New Insight Hybrid Sedan Price Under $20,000 - Reuters
Andarko Announces Deepwater GOM Shenandoah Field - EUR Unknown, Total Depth 30,000 Feet - RigZone
Michigan Governor Presents 'Bold' Energy Plan
San Jose (CA) dedicates largest school district solar power project in U.S. (5.5 MW at 14 sites)
Sweden aims to lift nuclear ban
Obama urges higher efficiency standards for household appliances
Wind turbine firm (Clipper Windpower) axes staff (11%) as recession hits renewables sector
Russia to start Iran nuclear plant by year end - Reuters
Climate change to hit Africa fisheries hard: study - Reuters
China To Add 8 More Strategic Oil Reserve Facilities To 4 Already Online In 2008 - RigZone
Nuclear Fusion-Fission Hybrid Could Destroy Nuclear Waste & Contribute to Carbon-Free Energy Future
Clean-Coal Debate Pits Al Gore’s Group Against Obama, Peabody
Pace Of Ocean Acidification Happening (Ev-ery-BAH-dy!) Faster Than Expected - Sci. American
As S. Australia Roasts, N. Queensland Flooded, Overrun With Crocs, Snakes - And Beer Running Low
Officials Reviewing Comments on C. ariakensis Introduction to Bay
Don't panic, Mum, but I've built a nuclear (fusion) reactor in my bedroom
Sea Shepherd is Halting Whaling Operations - Blocking the Loading Slipway
Lewis soldiers face robbery, assault charges
Lawmakers call for action on burn pits
Carson soldier dies in Iraq crash
Rucker soldier charged in son’s death
Contractor pleads guilty to Taliban shooting
Military: Improved body armor is too heavy
Shinseki pledges top-down review, change at VA
Polling group censures Iraq toll researcher
Kentucky guardsmen continue door-to-door checks
San Antonio sailor missing in Gulf of Aden
Hornets bump wings; no injuries reported
Ukraine says ship held by Somali pirates freed
Nagasaki opposes arrival of Blue Ridge
Former sailor pleads guilty in child porn case
Obama eyes Pentagon control of federal labs
Personnel, weapons may take budget hit
Bill would freeze Tricare fees for retirees
NC Marine charged with faking robbery story
Damaged C-17 moved off Bagram runway
After Delay, Panel to Vote on Solis Nomination
Foreign firms lining up for piece of stimulus
Retired GM worker speaks on freezing death of 93-year-old Michigan man
Republicans want Labor nominee to stop lobbying for 'card check' bill
Today in labor history Feb 5 President Bill Clinton signs the Family and Medical Leave Act
Buy America? For Minnesota's Iron Range, the stakes are high
U.S.: Talks on Kyrgyz base to continue
Hy-Vee (employee owned) cited for labor law violations
Economic Report: 522,000 Private Sector Jobs Lost In January
Scabby the Rat comes out winner in free speech battle (CNN) {xpost}
Australian warns US of 'trade war'
U.S. optimistic Manas base will stay open
Find out your employer's pension plan rating
My income taxes are quite reasonable. Cheap, even.
Vote Alert: Bipartisan amendment to stop subsidizing job outsourcing
Financial Services Committee chewing SEC to bits.
How Iceland went from world's biggest hedge fund to pariah in global markets
Brown Signals U.K. Won’t Block Bonus Payments at RBS (Update1)
2 Drum soldiers charged with robbing judge
IMF Plans Mission To Latvia To Review Loan Program, Economy
Queen Elizabeth Pursuing An Icelandic Bank To Pay Its Rent
UBS, Blackstone Advisers Fed Insider-Trading Ring, SEC Says
Goldman, JPMorgan Won’t Feel Effects of Executive-Salary Caps
The cottage industry of attacking Barney Frank disgusts me.
how would a person find out if there's a lien against rental home?
In 2008, 60% ($7 trillion) of US earned income ($12 trillion) was consumed by corporate profit.
Trichet calls breakup of euro zone 'unthinkable'
Another Unfortunate Death at Walmart
IF you thought your civic duty was met by just electing Obama president think again. HE needs your
Peru mining security firm faces investigation
Dumb Question: What if the solution would be for the world to standardize on one currency?
Tax volunteers not accountable for costly errors
Reaching Iraqis through their own channels
"Use Your Chase card to Pay Your Taxes"
Get your gay slurs - here on DU
Bellevue school recognizes gay students group
Teen accused of male-on-male sex assaults in web scam
***9th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals Rules DOMA unconstitutional ***
Early ’90s report says Humvee was a ‘deathtrap’
Hundreds counter Phelps' anti-gay picketers at Shawnee Mission East
Iraq, Afghanistan may cost $860B by 2019
Judge Stephen Reinhardt declares the federal Defense of Marriage Act is unconstitutional
New Figures: Catholics, Evangelical groups outspent Mormons on Prop 8
Artist Known for Gay Subjects ’Outed’ As Prop. 8 Supporter
And Now, Something Completely Superficial...
Parents of GLBT -- I need your thoughts
MLB Bonds drug tests shouldn't be admissible
Jeff Gordon & Jimmy Johnson have NEVER tested positive for roids or
Following NASCAR or making a turkey sandwich.
Hamas 'more popular' since Israeli action
Now, Gaza fights war of numbers
Report: South African Ports To Reject Israeli Ships
Group That Wants To Cut U.S. Funding To Israel Protesting Satellite TV Provider For Refusing Ad
Gaza Offensive Boosted Hamas, Poll Concludes
Elections 2009 / Haaretz poll: Kadima, Likud neck and neck
SEC Coaches acting like cboy and trumad!! Kiffin accuses Meyer of cheating
U.S. begins releasing detainees under Iraq pact
Chinhae Naval Base sees construction boom
Israel agrees to transfer millions of dollars into Gaza
No territorial concessions to Palestinians, says Netanyahu
Israel seizes Gaza-bound aid ship
Israel still dealing with international fallout
Hamas official: Ceasefire draft reached
US supply routes in Afghanistan squeezed 2 ways
All Parties Side with Israel in Israeli/Palestinian Conflict...Video
Combined Joint Task Force-Horn of Africa to get new leader
Report: Air Force units failed 2 more nuke surety inspections
Prosecutor recommends 4 years for former Marine in theft case
AF police officer to be jailed in probe of Osan gun incident
22 Yokota airmen return from Iraq
‘Manless’ gates not coming soon to S. Korea's Hannam Village
Soldiers Held for Assaults, Robbery
GI Guilty in Airport Bus Bribery Case
AFRICOM Holds Security Conference
Trucks Torched Along US Supply Line
GIs' New Armor Too Heavy, Army Says
Religious groups are ‘penetrating’ Israeli army
Marines Explore New UAS Designs
Vitamin D helps control MS gene
Could a Designer Virus Turn You Into a Monster?
Voter Fraud Alleged in Anbar Province
Prepositioning Weapons to Save Millions
Senator seeks recovery funds for military
Utah Guard Suicides Outnumber War Dead
Gun Owners Caucus of the Texas Democratic Party - Meeting on 2/28/09
Florida paper Editorializes in favor of AWB
New Hampshire firing a shot across the bow of the Fed Gov't
School board suspends teacher for appearing with rifle on Facebook page
*** IMPORTANT NOTE on Seasonal Contest deadline ***
What are the rules/laws for consent?
I'm having so much fun with everyone either enjoying or agonizing over "RED"
Okay, guys, this is my official red poll
In the Gazebo at the Confederate Cemetery.
My red poll--help me choose between these 2, please.
last night I had a dream about a friend of mine who died.
Astro updates: Aquarius is up at bat
Urgent! Protective vibes, please
the new names are freaking me out more than I expected
Palin's Ongoing Wolf Slaughter
Shamanic Earth Healing: Healing the Spirit of Place
Increasing VISIONS lately? increased Dreaming...?
May I have enlightened opinions?
Making magnetic monopoles, and other exotica, in the lab
Holographic Universe: Discovery Could Herald New Era In Fundamental Physics
Animal life 'significantly older
Robot self-reassembles after being kicked apart (video)
Society without God: What the Least Religious Nations Can Tell Us About Contentment
Society without God: What the Least Religious Nations Can Tell Us About Contentment
"There definitely is a God. So join the Christian Party and enjoy your life"
In Praise of Imagination (X-posted from GD)
U.S. Debt Default, Dollar Collapse Altogether Likely
All I ask of God: X-post from DU Lounge
What is the literal meaning of "turn the other cheek"?
I am a member of a local food critic's 'posse'.
Thursday Edition - What's for dinner?
My artisan bread in five variation
What I learned today...(Nutella thread)
I'm re-starting my sourdough addicti--I mean starter (nudges housewolf).
We're looking at 10% cut in certified staff and 3.5% pay cuts for the rest
Last nite on NPR, Arne Duncan (Sec. of Ed), said he....
Wearing a Casio watch used as evidence at Gitmo for being a terrorist
Is it true that the CIA helped sow the seeds for Al Qaeda 25 yrs ago?
Zappa fans - Try to see Project Object in concert
Blue Man Group layoffs; cobalt visage no protection from pink slip
updated firefox in the last day or so - how do you go back
Good Morning all. Before I do something dumb, please advise:
Trouble in Iraq with the recent vote: Anbar Sheiks suspect fraud
Kerry: US Will Have Cap & Trade by End of the Year
The SFRC hearing today is interesting
Stand up for the workers, Labour MPs tell Brown
ID cards are here - but police can't read them
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