Thursday, January 7, 2016
This Anti-Government Oregon Terrorist Took Thousands In Government Money
http://www.addictinginfo.org/2016/01/04/this-anti-government-oregon-terrorist-took-thousands-in-government-money/
"This is the same sort of mindset we’ve seen for years and years on the mainstream right. Out of one side of the mouth comes words condemning the government, often attacking those who have sought help from the government – particularly ethnic minorities who dare to receive government support, even temporarily. From the other side of the mouth they are more than willing to build their personal fortunes on top of government help and assistance. Help for me, not for thee. They may as well be part of the Tea Party crowd demanding that the government take its hands off Medicare."
"This is the same sort of mindset we’ve seen for years and years on the mainstream right. Out of one side of the mouth comes words condemning the government, often attacking those who have sought help from the government – particularly ethnic minorities who dare to receive government support, even temporarily. From the other side of the mouth they are more than willing to build their personal fortunes on top of government help and assistance. Help for me, not for thee. They may as well be part of the Tea Party crowd demanding that the government take its hands off Medicare."
Ammon Bundy Hates Government Unless It Gives Him Money
Ammon Bundy Hates Government Unless It Gives Him Money
"These right wingers are so ridiculous about their hatred for government. This is Ammon Bundy in a nutshell: Bundy hates government when they stand in the way of what he wants to do, and he loves government when they pave the way for what he wants to do."
"These right wingers are so ridiculous about their hatred for government. This is Ammon Bundy in a nutshell: Bundy hates government when they stand in the way of what he wants to do, and he loves government when they pave the way for what he wants to do."
The Militia Idiots in Oregon Deserve To Be Laughed At (But Never Forget One Thing)
http://thedailybanter.com/2016/01/oregon-militia-idiots/
"There’s so much material already there to work with, including the signs emblazoned with fiery slogans they’ve posted to warn people off — slogans with, of course, multiple misspellings — and social media pleas for “snacks” that they apparently forgot to pack, despite claims that they plan to occupy the Malheur National Wildlife Refuge for years. There’s the comically melodramatic “goodbye” videos posted by these idiots to their families — their oath to protect this land has to come first, after all — and the predictable fracturing of the group’s conspiracy theorist support network, part of which has declared that this whole takeover is nothing more than a false flag operation. All of it is deserving of a Nelson-from-The Simpsons-style point and laugh — except of course for the one lingering issue that hangs over this entire thing like an ominous black cloud. The fact is, as dumb and pathetic as these clowns are, they’re heavily armed."
"There’s so much material already there to work with, including the signs emblazoned with fiery slogans they’ve posted to warn people off — slogans with, of course, multiple misspellings — and social media pleas for “snacks” that they apparently forgot to pack, despite claims that they plan to occupy the Malheur National Wildlife Refuge for years. There’s the comically melodramatic “goodbye” videos posted by these idiots to their families — their oath to protect this land has to come first, after all — and the predictable fracturing of the group’s conspiracy theorist support network, part of which has declared that this whole takeover is nothing more than a false flag operation. All of it is deserving of a Nelson-from-The Simpsons-style point and laugh — except of course for the one lingering issue that hangs over this entire thing like an ominous black cloud. The fact is, as dumb and pathetic as these clowns are, they’re heavily armed."
The American Right Is Now a Terrorist Organization
http://thedailybanter.com/2016/01/american-right-now-terrorist-organization/
"Led by two sons of racist, anti-government rancher Cliven Bundy, these heavily armed domestic terrorists have put the call out for like-minded military cosplaying yokels to join them in what they say will be a long battle against the evil United States government, one they’re prepared to turn into an active shooting war if necessary. For years now, certainly since the beginning of the Obama presidency, the fever dreams of conspiracy theorist dolts like the “militiamen” now in Oregon have been stoked and pandered to by the conservative establishment and its media arm at Fox News and on talk radio. The heated, alarmist rhetoric — the calls of “arm yourselves!” and the absurd cries of “tyranny!” — has created an environment in which the kind of domestic terrorism we’re now seeing was always an inevitability, given that shouting “fire” in a crowded theater tends to make people get up and run. There’s a cause and effect relationship here that’s undeniable. What’s happening in Oregon is the chicken-hawks coming home to roost within the end-times, eliminationist fantasy world of the modern conservative movement."
"Led by two sons of racist, anti-government rancher Cliven Bundy, these heavily armed domestic terrorists have put the call out for like-minded military cosplaying yokels to join them in what they say will be a long battle against the evil United States government, one they’re prepared to turn into an active shooting war if necessary. For years now, certainly since the beginning of the Obama presidency, the fever dreams of conspiracy theorist dolts like the “militiamen” now in Oregon have been stoked and pandered to by the conservative establishment and its media arm at Fox News and on talk radio. The heated, alarmist rhetoric — the calls of “arm yourselves!” and the absurd cries of “tyranny!” — has created an environment in which the kind of domestic terrorism we’re now seeing was always an inevitability, given that shouting “fire” in a crowded theater tends to make people get up and run. There’s a cause and effect relationship here that’s undeniable. What’s happening in Oregon is the chicken-hawks coming home to roost within the end-times, eliminationist fantasy world of the modern conservative movement."
The Three Things The Oregon ‘Patriots’ REALLY Want That Nobody Is Talking About (VIDEO)
http://www.addictinginfo.org/2016/01/04/the-three-things-the-oregon-patriots-really-want-that-nobody-is-talking-about-video/
"The Bundy stance is about greed. It’s about the mentality that just because you’ve lived in a place a long time you have the right to destroy it. For private property that may be true; you may destroy your own property at will, but that land next door owned by the taxpayer? We have laws and such about that land. It isn’t yours. These people have been mooching for free for so long off of the U.S. government — and therefore the taxpayer — that they would have no idea how to live on their own. Yes, these are the same people who call people getting food benefits “lazy"."
"The Bundy stance is about greed. It’s about the mentality that just because you’ve lived in a place a long time you have the right to destroy it. For private property that may be true; you may destroy your own property at will, but that land next door owned by the taxpayer? We have laws and such about that land. It isn’t yours. These people have been mooching for free for so long off of the U.S. government — and therefore the taxpayer — that they would have no idea how to live on their own. Yes, these are the same people who call people getting food benefits “lazy"."
What’s Happening In Oregon Is TREASON, Our Founders Explicitly Wrote AGAINST Insurrection
http://www.addictinginfo.org/2016/01/03/whats-happening-in-oregon-is-treason-our-founders-explicitly-wrote-against-insurrection/
"In Article 1, Section 8 of the Constitution, it states: “To provide for calling forth the militia to execute the laws of the union, suppress insurrections and repel invasions; To provide for organizing, arming, and disciplining, the militia, and for governing such part of them as may be employed in the service of the United States, reserving to the states respectively, the appointment of the officers, and the authority of training the militia according to the discipline prescribed by Congress;” The founders use of civilian militias was not one to “overthrow” the government if citizens felt they were being wronged, it was to protect the union from insurrectionists who were a threat to the nation."
"In Article 1, Section 8 of the Constitution, it states: “To provide for calling forth the militia to execute the laws of the union, suppress insurrections and repel invasions; To provide for organizing, arming, and disciplining, the militia, and for governing such part of them as may be employed in the service of the United States, reserving to the states respectively, the appointment of the officers, and the authority of training the militia according to the discipline prescribed by Congress;” The founders use of civilian militias was not one to “overthrow” the government if citizens felt they were being wronged, it was to protect the union from insurrectionists who were a threat to the nation."
Oregon Right-Wing Terrorist Makes CHILLING Confession: ‘I Came Here To Die’ (SCREENSHOTS)
http://www.addictinginfo.org/2016/01/03/oregon-right-wing-terrorist-makes-chilling-confession-i-came-here-to-die-screenshots/
"If anyone questions whether or not the Bundy-led right-wing terrorists who violently took over a federal building in Oregon are actually violent terrorists, they need only ask “Capt. Moroni,” one of the reported more than 100 armed men who seized control of the Malheur National Wildlife Refuge over the weekend. Bundy’s people demand nothing short of “complete surrender” of the land to the conservative terrorist cell, a move they allegedly made in support of two felons and arsonists who don’t want their brand of “help.” While some — like ABC and CNN — seek to downplay this “action,” the rest of us see it for what it is: the Stupid Part of America has finally mobilized its “militia” and is willing to “kill or be killed” to achieve their goals."
"If anyone questions whether or not the Bundy-led right-wing terrorists who violently took over a federal building in Oregon are actually violent terrorists, they need only ask “Capt. Moroni,” one of the reported more than 100 armed men who seized control of the Malheur National Wildlife Refuge over the weekend. Bundy’s people demand nothing short of “complete surrender” of the land to the conservative terrorist cell, a move they allegedly made in support of two felons and arsonists who don’t want their brand of “help.” While some — like ABC and CNN — seek to downplay this “action,” the rest of us see it for what it is: the Stupid Part of America has finally mobilized its “militia” and is willing to “kill or be killed” to achieve their goals."
GOP Lawmaker Asks How He Can Support Bundy's Militia Effort In Oregon
http://talkingpointsmemo.com/livewire/andy-holt-oregon-bundy-support
"Tennessee state Rep. Andy Holt (R) asked on Twitter early Monday morning how he could support the armed militia who have taken over a federal building in rural Oregon under the leadership of Nevada rancher Cliven Bundy's son, Ammon. Holt asked, "Where can I send support for your effort?" in a tweet sent just after midnight, which has since been deleted"
"Tennessee state Rep. Andy Holt (R) asked on Twitter early Monday morning how he could support the armed militia who have taken over a federal building in rural Oregon under the leadership of Nevada rancher Cliven Bundy's son, Ammon. Holt asked, "Where can I send support for your effort?" in a tweet sent just after midnight, which has since been deleted"
Religious Extremism Is At The Heart Of Militia Takeover Of Federal Building
Religious Extremism Is At The Heart Of Militia Takeover Of Federal Building
"The tipoff was the domestic terrorist who named himself Captain Moroni."
"The tipoff was the domestic terrorist who named himself Captain Moroni."
What Twitter Just Did To Right-Wingers Makes Them Look Even More Like Terrorists (VIDEO)
http://www.addictinginfo.org/2016/01/02/what-twitter-just-did-to-right-wingers-makes-them-look-even-more-like-terrorists-video/
"Conservatives are concerned that because the policy doesn’t specifically mention ISIS that a bunch of other extremist loudmouths with violent agendas and histories may be targeted and removed from Twitter. They don’t argue the point at all from the perspective that there’s no reason to compare right-wing American “patriots” to terrorists because to suggest such a thing would be as ludicrous as any claim ever made about anything. Ever. Right-wingers are brash, crass, low-information degenerates. Occasionally you come across a right-winger with an intelligence level worthy of a game of Connect Four, but nothing you’d consider the upper middle class to wealthy American they vote to please. They are led by their puppet masters on missions to free the world from the tyrannical rule of Barack Obama, the evils of Islam and atheism, and plain red Christmas cups. They have no argument because the facts the party that rules them feeds them are fabrications and fear tactics. If right-wingers don’t like the fact that they have an extremist problem and that their own kind become radicalized and commit unimaginable acts of terror, they should do something about their own message."
"Conservatives are concerned that because the policy doesn’t specifically mention ISIS that a bunch of other extremist loudmouths with violent agendas and histories may be targeted and removed from Twitter. They don’t argue the point at all from the perspective that there’s no reason to compare right-wing American “patriots” to terrorists because to suggest such a thing would be as ludicrous as any claim ever made about anything. Ever. Right-wingers are brash, crass, low-information degenerates. Occasionally you come across a right-winger with an intelligence level worthy of a game of Connect Four, but nothing you’d consider the upper middle class to wealthy American they vote to please. They are led by their puppet masters on missions to free the world from the tyrannical rule of Barack Obama, the evils of Islam and atheism, and plain red Christmas cups. They have no argument because the facts the party that rules them feeds them are fabrications and fear tactics. If right-wingers don’t like the fact that they have an extremist problem and that their own kind become radicalized and commit unimaginable acts of terror, they should do something about their own message."
Here Are The Right-Wing Scumbags The Bundy Militiamen Say They’ll Kill People To Protect
http://www.addictinginfo.org/2016/01/03/here-are-the-right-wing-scumbags-the-bundy-militiamen-say-theyll-kill-people-to-protect/
"If the definition of terrorism is the use of violence and intimidation to achieve a political goal, then let’s call this what it is: Terrorism."
"If the definition of terrorism is the use of violence and intimidation to achieve a political goal, then let’s call this what it is: Terrorism."
Militia Member Jon Ritzheimer Posts Video Suggesting A Fight To The Death
Militia Member Jon Ritzheimer Posts Video Suggesting A Fight To The Death
"Take note of something here. 2014 was an election year, and Bundy Ranch happened. In 2015, nothing much. It's now 2016, and we have a coordinated operation intended to foment hate against the federal government. It's not by accident."
"Take note of something here. 2014 was an election year, and Bundy Ranch happened. In 2015, nothing much. It's now 2016, and we have a coordinated operation intended to foment hate against the federal government. It's not by accident."
Gerrymandering leaves NC voters with few choices in 2016
http://www.commoncause.org/states/north-carolina/gerrymandering-leaves-nc.html
"Candidate filing concluded Monday and nearly half of North Carolina's legislative races will have just one name on the ballot come November. Forty-one races for the NC House and 13 contests for the NC Senate fielded a single candidate by the close of filing. An additional 16 House and 2 Senate races will be decided solely in the primary. Ultimately, 72 of the state's 170 seats – or 42 percent – will be decided before a single vote is cast"
"Candidate filing concluded Monday and nearly half of North Carolina's legislative races will have just one name on the ballot come November. Forty-one races for the NC House and 13 contests for the NC Senate fielded a single candidate by the close of filing. An additional 16 House and 2 Senate races will be decided solely in the primary. Ultimately, 72 of the state's 170 seats – or 42 percent – will be decided before a single vote is cast"
California Ballot Initiative Would Force Lawmakers To List Corporate Donors On Clothing Like NASCAR
http://www.addictinginfo.org/2015/12/31/california-ballot-initiative-would-force-lawmakers-to-list-corporate-donors-on-clothing-like-nascar/
"Ever since the Supreme Court handed down the Citizen’s United decision, corporations and super wealthy individuals have had the ability to donate unlimited funds in secret to political campaigns. After winning election, political candidates are usually beholden to those who spent big money to help them take office and go on to push for legislation that benefits them instead of the country as a whole. And that is why a new California ballot initiative could be a game-changer that sweeps the country. The initiative is being led by California Is Not For Sale, a group run by San Diego businessman, John Cox. If passed by California voters, lawmakers in the state would have to display the logos of their top ten donors on their clothing “just like a NASCAR driver would for his sponsors.” Indeed, can you imagine Wisconsin Governor Scott Walker speaking live on television with the Koch Industries logo prominently displayed on his jacket? Or Ted Cruz speaking on the Senate floor with a big Goldman Sachs label or a label that says Club For Growth? Or how about House Speaker Paul Ryan banging the gavel with several logos on his suit from Koch Industries to Northwestern Mutual, to AT&T to Blue Cross Blue Shield? At long last, Americans would not have to painstakingly research who is buying politicians in our country. Their names would be clearly seen on the politicians themselves, making it easier to see who is trying to influence our laws, whether it is Walmart or Exxon, or conservative billionaire, Sheldon Adelson."
"Ever since the Supreme Court handed down the Citizen’s United decision, corporations and super wealthy individuals have had the ability to donate unlimited funds in secret to political campaigns. After winning election, political candidates are usually beholden to those who spent big money to help them take office and go on to push for legislation that benefits them instead of the country as a whole. And that is why a new California ballot initiative could be a game-changer that sweeps the country. The initiative is being led by California Is Not For Sale, a group run by San Diego businessman, John Cox. If passed by California voters, lawmakers in the state would have to display the logos of their top ten donors on their clothing “just like a NASCAR driver would for his sponsors.” Indeed, can you imagine Wisconsin Governor Scott Walker speaking live on television with the Koch Industries logo prominently displayed on his jacket? Or Ted Cruz speaking on the Senate floor with a big Goldman Sachs label or a label that says Club For Growth? Or how about House Speaker Paul Ryan banging the gavel with several logos on his suit from Koch Industries to Northwestern Mutual, to AT&T to Blue Cross Blue Shield? At long last, Americans would not have to painstakingly research who is buying politicians in our country. Their names would be clearly seen on the politicians themselves, making it easier to see who is trying to influence our laws, whether it is Walmart or Exxon, or conservative billionaire, Sheldon Adelson."
Bernie Sanders Is On Pace To Out-Raise Every Other Candidate This Quarter
http://www.occupydemocrats.com/bernie-sanders-is-on-pace-to-out-raise-every-other-candidate-this-quarter/
"this outpouring of support from millions of everyday Americans and worker’s unions shows that he is the candidate that truly has his finger on the pulse of the dying American middle class. While others jockey for donations from the mega-rich and multinational corporations, Bernie Sanders has doggedly fought to keep his campaign clean and honest – his is the only one that would be legal before Citizens United."
"this outpouring of support from millions of everyday Americans and worker’s unions shows that he is the candidate that truly has his finger on the pulse of the dying American middle class. While others jockey for donations from the mega-rich and multinational corporations, Bernie Sanders has doggedly fought to keep his campaign clean and honest – his is the only one that would be legal before Citizens United."
Bernie Sanders Destroys “Pathological Liar” Trump For Lying About His Tax Plan
http://www.politicususa.com/2015/12/30/bernie-sanders-destroys-pathological-liar-trump-lying-tax-plan.html
"The mainstream media and pundits have lumped Trump and Sanders into the same category, but the two candidates couldn’t be more different. Bernie Sanders is a public servant who bases his arguments on facts. Donald Trump is a reality television star who is running a campaign based on hatred, bigotry, and a cult of personality. Sanders already caused the notoriously thin-skinned Trump to have a Twitter meltdown when he called out the billionaire for repeatedly stating that wages are too high. Bernie Sanders is making Trump look like a chump which is why the Republican hopeful can’t stop lying about the senator from Vermont."
"The mainstream media and pundits have lumped Trump and Sanders into the same category, but the two candidates couldn’t be more different. Bernie Sanders is a public servant who bases his arguments on facts. Donald Trump is a reality television star who is running a campaign based on hatred, bigotry, and a cult of personality. Sanders already caused the notoriously thin-skinned Trump to have a Twitter meltdown when he called out the billionaire for repeatedly stating that wages are too high. Bernie Sanders is making Trump look like a chump which is why the Republican hopeful can’t stop lying about the senator from Vermont."
Friday, January 1, 2016
10 of the Most Amazing Science Stories of 2015 (VIDEO) @alternet
10 of the Most Amazing Science Stories of 2015 (VIDEO) @alternet
"Some of the year’s biggest Google searches were science-related, with more than 10 million searches for water on Mars in October and 13 million for COP21 in November."
"Some of the year’s biggest Google searches were science-related, with more than 10 million searches for water on Mars in October and 13 million for COP21 in November."
Fifteen Things We Learned About Money in Politics in 2015
http://www.truth-out.org/news/item/34248-fifteen-things-we-learned-about-money-in-politics-in-2015
"1. If that wasn't enough to convince you that money in politics matters, consider how much reforms are being fought about tooth and nail. Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell leveraged his power over the federal budget to strip campaign finance rules from federal law through anti-campaign finance reform riders."
"1. If that wasn't enough to convince you that money in politics matters, consider how much reforms are being fought about tooth and nail. Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell leveraged his power over the federal budget to strip campaign finance rules from federal law through anti-campaign finance reform riders."
17 of the Worst Corporate Crimes of 2015 @alternet
17 of the Worst Corporate Crimes of 2015 @alternet
"1. Deceptive financial practices. The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau fined Citibank $700 million for the deceptive marketing of credit card add-on products."
"1. Deceptive financial practices. The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau fined Citibank $700 million for the deceptive marketing of credit card add-on products."
Years of Republican Lies Actually Prove How Successful President Obama Has Been
Years of Republican Lies Actually Prove How Successful President Obama Has Been
"What all of this really boils down to is Republicans know how successful President Obama has been. Otherwise, there wouldn’t be any reason to make up all the lies and conspiracies that they have. But since this president has been successful, the only choice Republicans had was to make conservatives so irrationally afraid of him that they would believe whatever drivel they can come up with. Which is exactly what they’ve done."
"What all of this really boils down to is Republicans know how successful President Obama has been. Otherwise, there wouldn’t be any reason to make up all the lies and conspiracies that they have. But since this president has been successful, the only choice Republicans had was to make conservatives so irrationally afraid of him that they would believe whatever drivel they can come up with. Which is exactly what they’ve done."
These 5 charts prove that the economy does better under Democratic presidents
These 5 charts prove that the economy does better under Democratic presidents
“The U.S. economy has performed better when the President of the United States is a Democrat rather than a Republican, almost regardless of how one measures performance. For many measures, including real GDP growth (on which we concentrate), the performance gap is both large and statistically significant.”
“The U.S. economy has performed better when the President of the United States is a Democrat rather than a Republican, almost regardless of how one measures performance. For many measures, including real GDP growth (on which we concentrate), the performance gap is both large and statistically significant.”
Bernie Sanders Has Filed More Bills For Veterans Than Any Congressman In The Past 30 Years
http://www.occupydemocrats.com/bernie-sanders-has-filed-more-bills-for-veterans-than-any-congressman-in-the-past-30-years/
"All American political candidates speak long and loud about their commitments to helping our veterans after they return home from war; is there anything less politically uncontroversial or a more universally popular issue? But while candidates are very good at talking the talk, they unfortunately are less devoted to walking the walk, especially on the Republican side, whose members feel that veterans healthcare is “just too expensive” and that the best solution is to privatize it and let Wall Street play financial blackjack with that money. Senator Bernie Sanders (I-VT), on the other hand, has sponsored more bills fighting for the well-being of our veterans than any other legislator in the last thirty years."
"All American political candidates speak long and loud about their commitments to helping our veterans after they return home from war; is there anything less politically uncontroversial or a more universally popular issue? But while candidates are very good at talking the talk, they unfortunately are less devoted to walking the walk, especially on the Republican side, whose members feel that veterans healthcare is “just too expensive” and that the best solution is to privatize it and let Wall Street play financial blackjack with that money. Senator Bernie Sanders (I-VT), on the other hand, has sponsored more bills fighting for the well-being of our veterans than any other legislator in the last thirty years."
Poll Shows Sanders Would Trounce Trump in General Election
Poll Shows Sanders Would Trounce Trump in General Election
"If the 2016 U.S. presidential election were held today, Sen. Bernie Sanders (I-Vt.) would win by a landslide over GOP frontrunner Donald Trump, according to a new poll released Tuesday by Quinnipiac University. With voters favoring Sanders over Trump 51 to 38 percent, Sanders would win the general election by 13 points"
"If the 2016 U.S. presidential election were held today, Sen. Bernie Sanders (I-Vt.) would win by a landslide over GOP frontrunner Donald Trump, according to a new poll released Tuesday by Quinnipiac University. With voters favoring Sanders over Trump 51 to 38 percent, Sanders would win the general election by 13 points"
The 5 Craziest Right-Wing Conspiracy Theories of 2015 @alternet
The 5 Craziest Right-Wing Conspiracy Theories of 2015 @alternet
"Conspiracy theories used to be relegated to the fringes of American political discourse. Not so much anymore, now that one of the major political parties is itself pretty fringe. When the notion that the government itself is out to get the people and needs to be dismantled and shut down is the position of one of your party’s frontrunners, you’re pretty far gone. That’s why the year’s top conspiracy theories, as kooky as they are, will seem familiar. The idea that the government was planning a military takeover of Texas—the dreaded Jade Helm plot—was fostered on Fox News and taken seriously by Governor Greg Abbott. Many of the GOP presidential frontrunners continue to perpetuate the lie that Planned Parenthood is a front for some barbaric baby-part selling operation. So-called reasonable person Marco Rubio suggested with a straight face that women were starting to seek abortions... for profit. It’s not just Alex Jones and Glenn Beck spouting this stuff anymore."
"Conspiracy theories used to be relegated to the fringes of American political discourse. Not so much anymore, now that one of the major political parties is itself pretty fringe. When the notion that the government itself is out to get the people and needs to be dismantled and shut down is the position of one of your party’s frontrunners, you’re pretty far gone. That’s why the year’s top conspiracy theories, as kooky as they are, will seem familiar. The idea that the government was planning a military takeover of Texas—the dreaded Jade Helm plot—was fostered on Fox News and taken seriously by Governor Greg Abbott. Many of the GOP presidential frontrunners continue to perpetuate the lie that Planned Parenthood is a front for some barbaric baby-part selling operation. So-called reasonable person Marco Rubio suggested with a straight face that women were starting to seek abortions... for profit. It’s not just Alex Jones and Glenn Beck spouting this stuff anymore."
Republicans Silent As Pres. Obama Gives Our Soldiers Their Biggest Raise In 5 Years
http://www.occupydemocrats.com/republicans-silent-as-pres-obama-gives-our-soldiers-their-biggest-raise-in-5-years/
"Democrats originally proposed a 3.8% increase in pay for soldiers and other federal workers, but the bill was shot down by Republicans in the House, and it took significant effort to get these right-wing obstructionists to agree even to the more minimal pay increase"
"Democrats originally proposed a 3.8% increase in pay for soldiers and other federal workers, but the bill was shot down by Republicans in the House, and it took significant effort to get these right-wing obstructionists to agree even to the more minimal pay increase"
Ted Cruz Gets Busted Blaming Obama for Bush Administration Policy
Ted Cruz Gets Busted Blaming Obama for Bush Administration Policy
"Then again, this is Ted Cruz we’re talking about. He’s easily one of the most dishonest politicians in this country. While Donald Trump gets most of the headlines, in my opinion, Ted Cruz is the more dangerous candidate. He’s essentially everything that’s bad about Trump (if not worse), plus a whole load of crazy, right-wing evangelical anti-science nonsense, as well."
"Then again, this is Ted Cruz we’re talking about. He’s easily one of the most dishonest politicians in this country. While Donald Trump gets most of the headlines, in my opinion, Ted Cruz is the more dangerous candidate. He’s essentially everything that’s bad about Trump (if not worse), plus a whole load of crazy, right-wing evangelical anti-science nonsense, as well."
5 of the Most Cynical Libertarian Stealth Campaigns of 2015 @alternet
5 of the Most Cynical Libertarian Stealth Campaigns of 2015 @alternet
"Libertarians love to exploit news opportunities to promote their agenda. This year provided some choice opportunities to do just that as Silicon Valley and the Koch brothers ran a few stealth campaigns to privatize and deregulate without the general public or distracted liberals from noticing."
"Libertarians love to exploit news opportunities to promote their agenda. This year provided some choice opportunities to do just that as Silicon Valley and the Koch brothers ran a few stealth campaigns to privatize and deregulate without the general public or distracted liberals from noticing."
Five Failed Right-Wing Prophecies And Predictions Of 2015 | Right Wing Watch
Five Failed Right-Wing Prophecies And Predictions Of 2015 | Right Wing Watch
"Conservative commentators are running out of time for all of their dire prophecies about President Obama to come true, including fears about the looming imposition of martial law, establishment of Obama’s private army and the assassination of conservative leaders. Right-wing pundits also seemed to have missed with their prophecies about financial collapse, natural disasters and widespread unrest coming in 2015."
"Conservative commentators are running out of time for all of their dire prophecies about President Obama to come true, including fears about the looming imposition of martial law, establishment of Obama’s private army and the assassination of conservative leaders. Right-wing pundits also seemed to have missed with their prophecies about financial collapse, natural disasters and widespread unrest coming in 2015."
This Year In Crazy: 2015 Belonged To The Wingnuts
This Year In Crazy: 2015 Belonged To The Wingnuts
"more insanity, head-spinning untruth, and backwards thinking than anyone could have expected or should have to endure. This is 2015 - The Year In Crazy..."
"more insanity, head-spinning untruth, and backwards thinking than anyone could have expected or should have to endure. This is 2015 - The Year In Crazy..."
US Legalization Driving Mexican Farmers Out Of Pot Business @alternet
US Legalization Driving Mexican Farmers Out Of Pot Business @alternet
"The price declines have prompted a notable decline in marijuana production in Mexico, along with a drop in illegal trafficking to the U.S., according to officials on both sides."
"The price declines have prompted a notable decline in marijuana production in Mexico, along with a drop in illegal trafficking to the U.S., according to officials on both sides."
Landmark Study Confirms Marijuana Extract Is Amazing Aid to Prevent Seizures in Children With Epilepsy @alternet
Landmark Study Confirms Marijuana Extract Is Amazing Aid to Prevent Seizures in Children With Epilepsy @alternet
"The annual meeting of the American Epilepsy Society took place in early December, and the largest study presented confirmed the astounding benefits of medical cannabis to treat seizures."
"The annual meeting of the American Epilepsy Society took place in early December, and the largest study presented confirmed the astounding benefits of medical cannabis to treat seizures."
Climate Change Threatens Global Food Security — Here's What Needs to Be Done @alternet
Climate Change Threatens Global Food Security — Here's What Needs to Be Done @alternet
"Global food security is not just about how much we grow. To achieve it, we need to look at the bigger picture, particularly at the way in which water and energy needs underpin production."
"Global food security is not just about how much we grow. To achieve it, we need to look at the bigger picture, particularly at the way in which water and energy needs underpin production."
322 Million Americans Rang in New Year and Wildlife Are Feeling the Squeeze @alternet
322 Million Americans Rang in New Year and Wildlife Are Feeling the Squeeze @alternet
"They call the U.S. home too, but many endangered species are increasingly threatened by human population growth."
"They call the U.S. home too, but many endangered species are increasingly threatened by human population growth."
Erin Brockovich: California Methane Gas Leak Is Worst U.S. Environmental Disaster Since BP Oil Spill @alternet
Erin Brockovich: California Methane Gas Leak Is Worst U.S. Environmental Disaster Since BP Oil Spill @alternet
"Runaway natural gas leak above Los Angeles has emitted more than 150 million pounds of methane since late October."
"Runaway natural gas leak above Los Angeles has emitted more than 150 million pounds of methane since late October."
Climate Chart of the Year? Record Heat, of Course @alternet
Climate Chart of the Year? Record Heat, of Course @alternet
"The world is getting hotter. And hotter, and hotter. As 2015 comes to a close, it will be the hottest year on record, besting the former record holder of 2014 (also known as last year)."
"The world is getting hotter. And hotter, and hotter. As 2015 comes to a close, it will be the hottest year on record, besting the former record holder of 2014 (also known as last year)."
WATCH: Julia Roberts, Harrison Ford and Kevin Spacey Lead All-Star Lineup for Eye-Opening Video Series on the Environment @alternet
WATCH: Julia Roberts, Harrison Ford and Kevin Spacey Lead All-Star Lineup for Eye-Opening Video Series on the Environment @alternet
"Liam Neeson, Edward Norton, Penelope Cruz , Reese Witherspoon and Robert Redford also contribute their voices to 'Nature Is Speaking,' which highlights the importance of nature conservation."
"Liam Neeson, Edward Norton, Penelope Cruz , Reese Witherspoon and Robert Redford also contribute their voices to 'Nature Is Speaking,' which highlights the importance of nature conservation."
Enormity of Billowing Methane Plume in California 'Cannot Be Overstated'
Enormity of Billowing Methane Plume in California 'Cannot Be Overstated'
"A pipe leak has been releasing an estimated tens of thousands of kilograms of methane into the air every hour since mid-October, leading environmentalists like Erin Brockovich to declare it "a catastrophe the scale of which has not been seen since the 2010 BP oil spill"."
"A pipe leak has been releasing an estimated tens of thousands of kilograms of methane into the air every hour since mid-October, leading environmentalists like Erin Brockovich to declare it "a catastrophe the scale of which has not been seen since the 2010 BP oil spill"."
Ten Weather Extremes That Defined Hottest Year Ever Recorded
Ten Weather Extremes That Defined Hottest Year Ever Recorded
"From droughts to floods to mega-storms, extreme weather over the past 365 days raises disturbing questions about future of climate chaos"
"From droughts to floods to mega-storms, extreme weather over the past 365 days raises disturbing questions about future of climate chaos"
Even Tumbling Fossil Fuel Prices Can't Deter Clean Energy Revolution
Even Tumbling Fossil Fuel Prices Can't Deter Clean Energy Revolution
"2015 saw 'a global surge for wind and solar energy, which occurred despite oil, coal and natural gas selling at bargain rates'."
"2015 saw 'a global surge for wind and solar energy, which occurred despite oil, coal and natural gas selling at bargain rates'."
How The Grinch Brothers Stole The Sun – So They Could Sell It Back To You
http://www.politicususa.com/2015/12/23/grinch-brothers-stole-sun-sell.html
"If the Grinch Brothers have their way, future growth of solar power in the United States will depend on their ability to steal the sun and sell it back to consumers"
"If the Grinch Brothers have their way, future growth of solar power in the United States will depend on their ability to steal the sun and sell it back to consumers"
The 5 Biggest Wins For America’s Public Lands And Wildlife In 2015
http://thinkprogress.org/climate/2015/12/28/3735244/2015-public-lands-wins/
"Despite dozens of failed attempts by one of the most anti-environmental Congresses in history to roll back conservation laws, the Obama administration and lawmakers were able to secure several victories for America’s public lands in 2015."
"Despite dozens of failed attempts by one of the most anti-environmental Congresses in history to roll back conservation laws, the Obama administration and lawmakers were able to secure several victories for America’s public lands in 2015."
FOIA Request Shows Govt Lied About Lead in Water, Knowingly Poisoning Countless Children @alternet
FOIA Request Shows Govt Lied About Lead in Water, Knowingly Poisoning Countless Children @alternet
"Instead of keeping children safe from toxic chemicals, Michigan officials repeatedly lied about the safety of their drinking water even though they knew it was poisoned. Last month, the parents of these children and other Flint residents filed a class-action lawsuit against the governor and over a dozen other public officials responsible for failing an entire city. Unfortunately, no amount of money can compensate for the needless loss of a child’s developmental abilities."
"Instead of keeping children safe from toxic chemicals, Michigan officials repeatedly lied about the safety of their drinking water even though they knew it was poisoned. Last month, the parents of these children and other Flint residents filed a class-action lawsuit against the governor and over a dozen other public officials responsible for failing an entire city. Unfortunately, no amount of money can compensate for the needless loss of a child’s developmental abilities."
Fox's Fickle Finger Stuck On Trump
Fox's Fickle Finger Stuck On Trump
"The Fox Effect is a real thing, and they're pouring it on for Donald Trump."
"The Fox Effect is a real thing, and they're pouring it on for Donald Trump."
The GOP's Bleak Demographic Destiny: How to Win the White House When All Your Voters Are Dying @alternet
The GOP's Bleak Demographic Destiny: How to Win the White House When All Your Voters Are Dying @alternet
"Put simply, the Democratic edge among minority voters, younger voters and educated voters keeps getting stronger as each group comes to represent a larger and larger share of the electorate. And that edge will only be more pronounced heading into 2016. At the same time, the Republican base of non-college-educated white voters continues shrinking as a portion of the electorate."
"Put simply, the Democratic edge among minority voters, younger voters and educated voters keeps getting stronger as each group comes to represent a larger and larger share of the electorate. And that edge will only be more pronounced heading into 2016. At the same time, the Republican base of non-college-educated white voters continues shrinking as a portion of the electorate."
Lack Of Public Options Is How The Economy Gets Rigged Against Us
Lack Of Public Options Is How The Economy Gets Rigged Against Us
"We are banned by law from buying into Medicare until we are 65 -- and Republicans are trying to get rid of that by turning Medicare into a limited voucher to buy private scam insurance. That rigs the health care game against We the People."
"We are banned by law from buying into Medicare until we are 65 -- and Republicans are trying to get rid of that by turning Medicare into a limited voucher to buy private scam insurance. That rigs the health care game against We the People."
Alabama Gov. Spending $1.8M In Disaster Relief Money To Fix Up 2nd Mansion For Himself (VIDEO)
http://www.addictinginfo.org/2015/12/27/alabama-gov-spending-1-8m-in-disaster-relief-money-to-fix-up-2nd-mansion-for-himself-video/
"The Governor of Alabama, Republican Robert Bentley, has decided to spend between $1.5 million and $1.8 million of money given to it for disaster relief after the 2010 BP oil spill to finance a renovation of the Governor’s second mansion on the beach. Yes, the very same Governor who not that long ago announced the closure of 31 driver’s license offices in primarily black neighborhoods, because of “budget deficits.” Looks like we know where the Governor’s priorities lie."
"The Governor of Alabama, Republican Robert Bentley, has decided to spend between $1.5 million and $1.8 million of money given to it for disaster relief after the 2010 BP oil spill to finance a renovation of the Governor’s second mansion on the beach. Yes, the very same Governor who not that long ago announced the closure of 31 driver’s license offices in primarily black neighborhoods, because of “budget deficits.” Looks like we know where the Governor’s priorities lie."
Alabama Governor Robbed Citizens Of Millions In Oil Spill Money To Rebuild Beachfront Mansion
http://www.occupydemocrats.com/alabama-governor-robbed-citizens-of-millions-in-oil-spill-money-to-rebuild-beachfront-mansion/
"Showing a reckless disregard for the needs of his state’s people in favor of corporate bosses and his own fancy, Alabama’s Republican governor Robert Bentley is renovating an abandoned 7,500 square-foot governor’s mansion with money left over from 2010 BP oil spill settlement. An estimated $1.5 to $1.8 million of grants from the settlement in the Deepwater Horizon spill will be used to cover the costs of refurbishment. Such a blatant pillaging of funds intended to serve the public good for extravagant private use is downright shameful, especially given that the local communities, industry, and environment along Alabama’s Gulf Coast continue to suffer the effects of the enormous oil spill."
"Showing a reckless disregard for the needs of his state’s people in favor of corporate bosses and his own fancy, Alabama’s Republican governor Robert Bentley is renovating an abandoned 7,500 square-foot governor’s mansion with money left over from 2010 BP oil spill settlement. An estimated $1.5 to $1.8 million of grants from the settlement in the Deepwater Horizon spill will be used to cover the costs of refurbishment. Such a blatant pillaging of funds intended to serve the public good for extravagant private use is downright shameful, especially given that the local communities, industry, and environment along Alabama’s Gulf Coast continue to suffer the effects of the enormous oil spill."
The 2015 Fox Primary: It's Trump, And Then Everyone Else
http://mediamatters.org/blog/2015/12/23/the-2015-fox-primary-its-trump-and-then-everyon/207659
"From May 1 to December 15, leading Republican presidential candidate Donald Trump lapped the rest of the field in interview airtime on Fox News. Trump's 22 hours and 46 minutes of airtime was more than twice as much as any other candidate during the period studied. Trump racked up more airtime on the network than Sen. Ted Cruz, former Gov. Jeb Bush, and Sen. Marco Rubio combined. Interviews with the Republican field have been a near-constant fixture of Fox News' programming during the second half of 2015, and The Fox Primary is showing no signs of slowing down as we approach 2016 and the first primaries."
"From May 1 to December 15, leading Republican presidential candidate Donald Trump lapped the rest of the field in interview airtime on Fox News. Trump's 22 hours and 46 minutes of airtime was more than twice as much as any other candidate during the period studied. Trump racked up more airtime on the network than Sen. Ted Cruz, former Gov. Jeb Bush, and Sen. Marco Rubio combined. Interviews with the Republican field have been a near-constant fixture of Fox News' programming during the second half of 2015, and The Fox Primary is showing no signs of slowing down as we approach 2016 and the first primaries."
How Marco Rubio’s Scheme To Hurt The Poor Became A Campaign Rallying Cry (VIDEO)
http://www.addictinginfo.org/2015/12/23/how-marco-rubios-scheme-to-hurt-the-poor-became-a-campaign-rallying-cry-video/
"Even though it is illegal to coordinate with super PACs, the New York Times pointed out that as this new super PAC ad debuted, Rubio’s campaign sent out an email with the subject “Marco: The Only Candidate to Strike a Blow to Obamacare.” Stomping on the face of those simply trying to have insurance coverage to cover their health care costs has now become just another way for a Republican to be elected president."
"Even though it is illegal to coordinate with super PACs, the New York Times pointed out that as this new super PAC ad debuted, Rubio’s campaign sent out an email with the subject “Marco: The Only Candidate to Strike a Blow to Obamacare.” Stomping on the face of those simply trying to have insurance coverage to cover their health care costs has now become just another way for a Republican to be elected president."
Campaign Finance Regulators Won't Do Their Job. Can a Lawsuit Force Their Hand?
http://www.motherjones.com/politics/2015/12/campaign-finance-regulators-wont-do-their-job-can-watchdogs-force-their-hand
"It's a case that has haunted campaign finance watchdogs for years. The Commission on Hope, Growth, and Opportunity (CHGO) emerged in early 2010 as a nonprofit that would not engage in political work. Then, in the six weeks before the 2010 elections, the group spent about $4 million on political ads across 15 congressional races, all attacking Democrats. But in filings with the IRS, the group maintained that none of its spending was campaign-related, and it did not disclose any of its spending with the Federal Election Commission. Facing complaints from federal regulators, the group folded. Some of its key players—including Scott Reed, now a top strategist at the US Chamber of Commerce, and Wayne Berman, the chief fundraiser for Marco Rubio's presidential campaign—split more than $1 million in leftover funds. No one involved was ever sanctioned. Almost all the money CHGO raised came from a single donor. The group's ability to spring up, use secret money to influence elections, and then disappear provides a template for rich donors who want to pick off or boost candidates without revealing their political activity."
"It's a case that has haunted campaign finance watchdogs for years. The Commission on Hope, Growth, and Opportunity (CHGO) emerged in early 2010 as a nonprofit that would not engage in political work. Then, in the six weeks before the 2010 elections, the group spent about $4 million on political ads across 15 congressional races, all attacking Democrats. But in filings with the IRS, the group maintained that none of its spending was campaign-related, and it did not disclose any of its spending with the Federal Election Commission. Facing complaints from federal regulators, the group folded. Some of its key players—including Scott Reed, now a top strategist at the US Chamber of Commerce, and Wayne Berman, the chief fundraiser for Marco Rubio's presidential campaign—split more than $1 million in leftover funds. No one involved was ever sanctioned. Almost all the money CHGO raised came from a single donor. The group's ability to spring up, use secret money to influence elections, and then disappear provides a template for rich donors who want to pick off or boost candidates without revealing their political activity."
Militia-backing AZ lawmaker who says Earth is 6,000 years old now leads state senate education panel
http://www.dailykos.com/stories/2015/12/22/1462814/-Militia-backing-AZ-lawmaker-who-says-Earth-is-6-000-years-old-now-leads-state-senate-education-panel
"Tea party stalwart Sylvia Allen, who first became a state senator in Arizona (and a national embarrassment) in 2008, has been made chairwoman of the Senate committee handling education legislation. The Phoenix New Times calls her a “professional fruitcake.” Allen is known for a string of bizarre and racist remarks as well as an attachment to conspiracy theories."
"Tea party stalwart Sylvia Allen, who first became a state senator in Arizona (and a national embarrassment) in 2008, has been made chairwoman of the Senate committee handling education legislation. The Phoenix New Times calls her a “professional fruitcake.” Allen is known for a string of bizarre and racist remarks as well as an attachment to conspiracy theories."
Arizona GOP taps creationist chemtrail truther to lead Senate education committee
Arizona GOP taps creationist chemtrail truther to lead Senate education committee
"Allen attended high school but did not go to college. She helped found a charter school in her home town of Snowflake."
"Allen attended high school but did not go to college. She helped found a charter school in her home town of Snowflake."
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