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Republicans Seek Cancer Research and, uh, alter the electoral college

john — Thu, 6 Dec 2007 15:34:52 -0500

As part of a signature drive by Republicans seeking to fund cancer research, they are also collecting signatures for a ballot initiative to alter California's electoral votes in their favor. People are being asked to sign a petition for cancer research and are being handed the petition for the electoral scheme.

How Far Should Water Recycling Go?

john — Tue, 27 Nov 2007 07:20:13 -0500

In much of the western U.S., water demand vastly outstrips supply. Some municipalities are moving toward a greater use of recycled waste water as a means to stretch supply. It sounds good in theory, but how far should it go?

Understanding The Writers Strike

john — Sun, 25 Nov 2007 09:23:59 -0500

Unless you live under a rock, you already know that the Writers Guild of America is on strike -- a move aimed at crippling the Motion Picture and Television industries. Since many major news outlets are controlled by the same organizations the writers are striking against, it is not surprising that people are not hearing the pittance for which the writers are asking. What follows is a selection of videos to explain the issue.

Afghanistan Falling Into Taliban Control

john — Sat, 24 Nov 2007 09:24:02 -0500

As the U.S. remains distracted by the conflict it started in Iraq, the mission in Afghanistan gets further and further away from being "accomplished".

Rockefeller Taking Telco Money As He Pushes For Their Immunity

john — Mon, 22 Oct 2007 14:23:04 -0400

Think Telco execs don't think they did anything wrong complying with the government's warrantless wiretap requests, well take a look at to whom they're donating their money.

Saddam Offered To Leave Without A Fight

john — Fri, 28 Sep 2007 08:25:50 -0400

One month before the U.S. invasion of Iraq, Saddam Hussein offered to go into exile in exchange of $1 Billion. Contrast that with the Bush Administration's current request for another $195 Billion to continue the war.

Obama Tells Bush: No Iran War Authorization

john — Thu, 13 Sep 2007 08:23:23 -0400

During a "major policy speech" on Wednesday, Sen. Barack Obama delivered a clear message to president Bush: You do not have a green light from Congress to engage in a new war with Iran.

Hagel And Warner Departures Predicted In July

john — Sat, 8 Sep 2007 16:22:26 -0400

Two prominent, dissenting voices in Republican politics, Senators Chuck Hagel of Nebraska and John Warner of Virginia have recently announced their departure at the end of their current terms. Their announcements may have come as a surprise to some, but Human Events saw their departures coming.

Yet Another Excuse For War With Iran

john — Thu, 30 Aug 2007 12:52:29 -0400

Each day seems to bring another excuse Bush can use to justify his forthcoming war with Iran. Today comes news of Iran firing shells into Iraq. That's an actual, honest to God, act of war.

American Arms Used In Turkish Crimes

john — Thu, 30 Aug 2007 06:38:44 -0400

Weapons distributed to U.S. allies in Iraq have been picked up by Turkish police as the weapons used in violent crimes in that country.

No Interest Health Care Loans

john — Thu, 30 Aug 2007 06:27:45 -0400

A marketing scheme that seems to have done well for cars has made its way into the health care industry.

Massive Attack On Iran Prepared

john — Thu, 30 Aug 2007 06:14:17 -0400

According to a recent study, the United States has prepared a massive assault on targets in Iran of both a nuclear and non-nuclear nature.

Edwards' Mixed Manufacturing Message

john — Wed, 29 Aug 2007 12:12:43 -0400

While speaking to a labor union on Tuesday, presidential candidate John Edwards gave a mixed message regarding the direction he'd like to see manufacturing take in the U.S.

Gonzales Resigns

john — Mon, 27 Aug 2007 08:55:57 -0400

With an announcement scheduled for this morning, Attorney General Alberto Gonzales has resigned.

Google To Add Overlay Ads To YouTube Videos

john — Wed, 22 Aug 2007 08:46:08 -0400

Last year, when Google bought YouTube, people wondered how they could monetize the virtually ad free site. Now the answer has arrived.

White House Moves To Bar Expansion Of Children’s Health Insurance Program

john — Tue, 21 Aug 2007 07:00:59 -0400

Late Friday, the Bush Administration notified states that should they wish to raise the income eligibility requirements above 250% of the poverty level as New York and California have passed legislation to do, they can forget about it.

Bob Schieffer Calls Out Administration On "Petraeus Report"

john — Tue, 21 Aug 2007 06:58:37 -0400

"[T]his does not sound like we're headed to a straight answer." - Face The Nation Anchor Bob Schieffer on the administration's plans to write the Iraq Progress Report for General Petraeus.

Illegal Immigration Myths And Facts

john — Tue, 21 Aug 2007 06:23:52 -0400

As the Department of Homeland Security prepares its "no match" assault on American businesses that employ illegal immigrants, it's time to examine common misconceptions about the role illegal immigrants play in American business.

Another Day, Another Free Speech Arrest

john — Mon, 20 Aug 2007 08:54:07 -0400

Police in Asheville, NC arrested a man for standing on a bridge overlooking the highway holding an "Impeach Bush" sign that could be read by vehicles passing by on the highway. He was charged with obstructing the sidewalk.

Republican War On California?

john — Sun, 19 Aug 2007 14:31:22 -0400

As the Department of Homeland Security prepares for an assault on businesses that hire illegal immigrants, Californians in particular can look forward to economic and social devastation.