Too Big to Fail

Robert Reich has a great writing on The Huffington Post regarding what should be done to the mega-banks that are still a major threat to the United States... and why the necessary steps won't be taken.

31 October 2009

Defense of Marriage!

Now here is a defense of marriage! As noted by Gazelle Emami on The Huffington Post:

Philip Spooner is a lifetime Republican, World War II veteran and, to everyone's surprise, a gay marriage supporter. The 86-year-old gave a heartfelt speech in support of gay marriage to Maine's Judiciary Committee back in April, and the video has just now become an internet hit.

Spooner's voice wavers often as he weaves his own life story into the speech, using his experience as a soldier as his main defense for gay marriage. He lists his accomplishments in the war, among them serving in Patton's Third Army and carrying POWs back home, making it clear that he's a true American -- and according to Spooner, there's nothing more American than fighting for equality.

Check out the video via the link above. And thank you Mr. Spooner.

22 October 2009

Jesus Had 2 Dads

A friend who was at last week's march in Washington sent the following to me:

From the National March for Equality, October 11, Washington, DC a sign about Jesus that requires a little thinking, grace and a sense of humor. I give thanks to God to be part of the Pro-LGBT Movement in our Church and society with people and signs like this one. Enjoy and feel free to share this with others.

Note: Photo link lost. Was here. Here is a link to a similar sign.

LOL. I like it.

19 October 2009

Edit: New link on 22 October 2009.

GOP: An App for That

A friend sent this YouTube link along taking Congressional GOP members to task with an Apple advertising spoof. Classic.

19 October 2009

Fox News!... not Noise?

What is that old saw about a stopped clock being correct twice a day? Shepard Smith proves this after a fashion with a recent interview on Fox News about health care reform with Senator John Barrasso (R-WY).

6 October 2009

"Health Care Wednesday"

Keith Oldbermann will be focusing on health care reform on Countdown Wednesday, turning the entire show into one of his "special comments." As noted on The Huffington Post:

Keith Olbermann will deliver an hour-long "Special Comment" on health care Wednesday night, MSNBC announced Tuesday.

Wednesday's "Countdown" will be devoted entirely to "Health Care Reform: The Fight Against Death." According to a network release, it will focus on "the need for and meaning of health care reform in the United States" and Olbermann will "propose group action by patients, and how patients can reclaim the debate over health care reform."

Olbermann has, thus far, delivered two "Special Comments" related to health care reform: one, on August 3, slamming members of congress for being in the pocket of the health care lobby; and another on August 10, calling Sarah Palin's "death panel" claims "dangerously irresponsible."

5 October 2009

Dance, Baby, dance!

Okay, watching this baby dance is a hoot. He (he?) obviously takes so much joy in it. And I love that his dad is enjoying it with him.

I am told that this is the Beyonce video for which she won the Video of the Year at the recent VMA awards and in support of which Kanye West ran wild. Seriously, this passes for Video of the Year now? West is an idiot for many reasons, but thinking that was one of the best music videos of all time is an insult... to most of the 1980s. Basically, it is Mickey with better special effects and a higher level of hand-eye coordination. Sheesh.

The fellow who linked the baby video for me also linked this take on Single Ladies. There is joy on display here, too, but of an entirely different variety. This kid can dance, but mercy that is one wacky outfit!

1 October 2009

Addition: BTW, the kid's hand motion 38 seconds in truly makes it for me!

GLBT History Month

October is GLBT history month. Check out the official website here.

1 October 2009