Palin Brings Out the Numbers for the Tea Party Finale

By T. CHRISTOPHER
Palin Brings Out the Numbers for the Tea Party Finale

The curtain closed on the first (annual?) Tea Party Convention last night in Nashville, and I am very proud to report that it went out with quite a bang. I began my evening with a stroll through the Delta wing of the hotel as I had done the day before and expected... »

Iran Offers A “Punch in the Mouth” and a “Harsh Blow to Global Arrogance”

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Iran Offers A “Punch in the Mouth” and a “Harsh Blow to Global Arrogance”

Threats of a “harsh blow to global arrogance, talk of enhanced nuclear enrichment, research rockets launched carrying snakes and turtles, a vow from a “spiritual leader” to “punch opposition in the mouth,” prisoner swap offers for innocent American tourists, development of radar-evading drone aircraft,... »

Clips From the Sunday Circuit: February 7 2010

By T. CHRISTOPHER
Clips From the Sunday Circuit: February 7 2010

This post is admittedly light in commentary (okay there’s nothing) this week as I have been away / out of the loop for the last few days trying to stay on top of the Tea Party Convention in Nashville.  I know some of you... »


Hanging Out Above My Conservative Pay Grade

By T. CHRISTOPHER
Hanging Out Above My Conservative Pay Grade

A few weeks ago when I was mulling over whether or not to attend the Tea Party Convention I was going back and forth on the matter because on one hand I was opposed to the very notion of the event and the other... »

My Official Apology to Joe Basel and James O’Keefe

By T. CHRISTOPHER
My Official Apology to Joe Basel and James O’Keefe

Apology extended to Stan Dai and Robert Flanagan as well space in the title not permitting.  In case you haven’t figured it out yet, I hate being wrong more than anything in this world.  It makes me sick, it makes me angry, and at... »

Palin is Coming Palin is Coming…. Morning Breaks on the Tea Party Convention

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Palin is Coming Palin is Coming…. Morning Breaks on the Tea Party Convention

Today is the big day… The day that will save this convention from the mediocrity, boredom, and a general sense of blah… Sarah Palin arrives on the scene today to deliver the much anticipated keynote address for the First “Annual?” Tea Party Convention.  Much has... »

A Couple of Legitimate Tea Partiers

By T. CHRISTOPHER
A Couple of Legitimate Tea Partiers

I've been searching for the type of Tea Partiers that stories are written about; the kind the Left loves to make fun of; and the kind that make everyone laugh/appreciate their passion. I have found my first two. One is a passionate... »

Notes From the Tea Party “Convention”

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Notes From the Tea Party “Convention”

I think by now most of you have become familiar with my position on the Tea Party "convention." I thought it ill-fated from day one due to the message it sends and the damage I believe it is doing and will do to... »

Justice Thomas Defends Citizens Ruling

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Justice Thomas Defends Citizens Ruling

As I told you earlier, Justice Clarence Thomas spoke Tuesday at Stetson University College of Law and the topic dejure for those in the audience was not surprisingly Citizens United v. Federal Election Commission and Thomas certainly did not disappoint. These rare public appearances... »

Justice Thomas’s Absence from the State of the Union Explained

By T. CHRISTOPHER
Justice Thomas’s Absence from the State of the Union Explained

As much as it pains me to delve into the world of post-State of the Union commentary once more, I saw this story and thought it worth the effort. Many of you may have noticed that Justice Clarence Thomas was absent from the... »

Jon Stewart Makes An Appearance on the O’Reilly Factor

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Jon Stewart Makes An Appearance on the O’Reilly Factor

The Daily Show's Jon Stewart made an appearance on the O'Reilly Factor last evening and if you missed it you certainly have to give this video a few minutes of your time. The interview was part one of a two-part series with the... »

Right Wing News: February 3, 2010

By T. CHRISTOPHER
Right Wing News: February 3, 2010

I am continuously in pursuit of new conservative and libertarian sites to read, to link to, and to learn from; and from time to time, I like to share them with you guys so you can "broaden your horizons," question conventional thought, and dare... »

Scott Brown – Certify Me “Without Delay”

By T. CHRISTOPHER
Scott Brown – Certify Me “Without Delay”

Senator-Elect Scott Brown sent a letter to Governor Deval Patrick and Secretary of State William Galvin of Massachusetts today asking them to certify his victory "without delay" so that he can take his seat and vote on legislation coming before the Senate this and... »

Iran Hints at “Prisoner” Swap for Release of American Hikers

By T. CHRISTOPHER
Iran Hints at “Prisoner” Swap for Release of American Hikers

Fox News is reporting that the Iranian government is considering the possibility of returning the three American hikers who have been imprisoned in the rogue nation for nearly seven months in exchange for the release of a number of unnamed Iranian nationals currently being... »

I Hate That Groundhog!

By T. CHRISTOPHER
I Hate That Groundhog!

I was reminded by a fellow blogger that I hadn’t written the obligatory post about today being Groundhog’s Day, and since the whole blog thing is about traffic and buzz words I felt obligated to indulge him.  So here goes.  I hate that lil... »

Sarah Palin Wants Emanuel Fired For Calling Liberals “Retarded”?

By T. CHRISTOPHER
Sarah Palin Wants Emanuel Fired For Calling Liberals “Retarded”?

Here we go again. Another "private" conversation makes national news "controversy." This time instead of the "N-word" or variations of it, we find ourselves captivated, outraged, and appalled by someone having the audacity to utter the word "Retarded." This day and... »

Hallelujah at Hope for Haiti

By T. CHRISTOPHER
Hallelujah at Hope for Haiti

This song's been stuck in my head - I think regrettably and unfortunately since American Idol played it 50 million times last season when that lil hippie Jason Castro sang it on their miserable show, but I heard it again when Justin Timberlake and... »

Kobe’s Gonna Drop 70 on the Grizzlies Tonight

By T. CHRISTOPHER
Kobe’s Gonna Drop 70 on the Grizzlies Tonight

Just a little break from the world of politics here for a moment. Did anyone else notice that Kobe Bryant now stands just 28 points shy of tying the all time Lakers scoring record held by Jerry West (25,192)? Did anyone else... »

Iran to Deliver a Harsh Blow to Global Arrogance

By T. CHRISTOPHER
Iran to Deliver a Harsh Blow to Global Arrogance

"Iran will deliver a harsh blow to 'global arrogance...'" Not exactly the way you like to start a Monday eh? Wackjob Iranian President Mahmoud Ahmadinejad delivered that sharp warning during a Cabinet meeting Sunday ( Via PressTV). He then went on... »

Clips From The Sunday Circuit: January 31, 2010

By T. CHRISTOPHER
Clips From The Sunday Circuit: January 31, 2010

This week's trip around the Sunday Circuit was of course filled with a great deal of commentary reflecting on the President's first State of the Union Address. The other big story that found its way into all of the programs was the President's... »

Obama Girl Lost Her Crush: UPDATE

By T. CHRISTOPHER
Obama Girl Lost Her Crush: UPDATE

Do you remember Obama Girl? Amber Lee Ettinger? "I have a crush on Obama?" The YouTube sensation that swept the nation and made little boys across the nation think Obama was just the coolest? Well she has apparently moved on... »

Bachmann and Blackburn Pull Out of Tea Party Convention…Palin Still In

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Bachmann and Blackburn Pull Out of Tea Party Convention…Palin Still In

Representatives Michele Bachmann and Marsha Blackburn have reportedly backed out of next week's "Tea Party Convention" in Nashville citing concerns over the "for-profit" status of the event as the reasons for their respective decisions to not attend. There is some good news to... »

Daily Show’s Take on the State of the Union

By T. CHRISTOPHER
Daily Show’s Take on the State of the Union

Jon Stewart gives a brief recap of the President's State of the Union Address and the Republican Response. He began by taking a shot at a past rebuttal offered by Louisiana Governor Bobby Jindal - and if any of you are offended by... »

Chris Matthews: I Forgot He Was Black Tonight For An Hour

By T. CHRISTOPHER
Chris Matthews: I Forgot He Was Black Tonight For An Hour

The always "colorful" and perpetually idiotic Chris Matthews had another one of those rare television moments that make all of us wonder exactly how he ever got a job in front of a camera. Making sure to top his leg-tingling Post-Inaugural comments, Matthews... »

McDonnell and the GOP Deliver With State of the Union Response

By T. CHRISTOPHER
McDonnell and the GOP Deliver With State of the Union Response

Last night's Republican Response to the President's State of the Union Address was delivered by newly inaugurated Virginia Governor Bob McDonnell. Many have been prognosticating that he would be the choice since he claimed a landslide victory there last November, but even for... »

Is The HUD Secretary Really a Fail Safe?

By T. CHRISTOPHER
Is The HUD Secretary Really a Fail Safe?

Housing and Urban Development Secretary Shaun Donovan was tapped as the lone member of the President's Cabinet to not be present at the State of the Union address last night. One Cabinet official is always taken to a secure location to be the... »

The State of the Union Is…?

By T. CHRISTOPHER
The State of the Union Is…?

Tonight President Barack Obama delivered his first State of the Union Address and the nation looked on with great anticipation as the Leader of the Free World reflected upon his first year in office. Many tuned in to hear the President's synopsis of... »

Tim Tebow Pro-Life Super Bowl Ad Getting Some Air Time

By T. CHRISTOPHER
Tim Tebow Pro-Life Super Bowl Ad Getting Some Air Time

Heisman Trophy Winner Tim Tebow has found himself in the middle of a firestorm of criticism this week, and surprisingly, it has nothing to do with his woeful performance in preparation for the Senior Bowl. Okay, he's been getting destroyed by pro scouts... »

Is It Blasphemous to Say That I Don’t Hate Diane Sawyer Thus Far?

By T. CHRISTOPHER
Is It Blasphemous to Say That I Don’t Hate Diane Sawyer Thus Far?

Is It Blasphemous to Say That I Don't Hate Diane Sawyer Thus Far? I just thought I would throw that out there because I have been questioning my liberal hating skills and I think my Lib-dar may be malfunctioning. That being said,... »

Barack Obama Curses Kentucky Wildcats

By T. CHRISTOPHER
Barack Obama Curses Kentucky Wildcats

Its no secret that President Obama is a college hoops fan and it should surprise no one that he follows the game pretty closely. So closely in fact that many nerdy overly political folks think they have a right to criticize the Chief... »

James O’Keefe Arrested Tapping Landrieu’s Phone Line? UPDATE

By T. CHRISTOPHER
James O’Keefe Arrested Tapping Landrieu’s Phone Line? UPDATE

By now I am sure you have already heard this headline somewhere. I was in the car and heard it five times in twenty minutes and have now seen it three times in a half hour since arriving home. If you're like... »

Mike Pence Opts Out of Indiana Senate Race

By T. CHRISTOPHER
Mike Pence Opts Out of Indiana Senate Race

Representative Mike Pence has officially decided not to run for the United States Senate in 2010. Good news? Bad News? We will start with the latter. Its bad news because that means Indianans have to find someone else to run... »

Clips From The Sunday Circuit: January 24, 2010

By T. CHRISTOPHER
Clips From The Sunday Circuit: January 24, 2010

The Sunday following Scott Brown's electoral thumping in the liberal hotbed of Massachusetts was predetermined if not predestined to be an interesting spin around the Sunday Circuit. This one didn't let us down. Ok it did, but only because all these shows... »

Bin Laden Claims Part in Christmas Day Terror Plot

By T. CHRISTOPHER
Bin Laden Claims Part in Christmas Day Terror Plot

Al Qaeda leader Usama bin Laden has released another audio message according to Al-Jazeera television. In the message he reportedly claims responsibility for the Christmas Day terror plot partially carried out by Umar Farouk Abdulmutallab calling him a "heroic warrior." The audio... »

Keith Olbermann – Citizens is Our Dred Scott – Huh?

By T. CHRISTOPHER
Keith Olbermann – Citizens is Our Dred Scott – Huh?

“This is a Supreme Court-sanctioned murder of what little actual democracy is left in this democracy. It is government of the people, by the corporations, for the corporations. It is the Dark Ages. It is our Dred Scott.” - Keith Olbermann In case you missed... »

Only 103 “Safe Seats” In November For The Dems?

By T. CHRISTOPHER
Only 103 “Safe Seats” In November For The Dems?

The surprising victory by Republican Scott Brown in the liberal stronghold of Massachusetts has forced many to begin to prognosticate about November's coming elections. In the days since victory was claimed Tuesday, I have heard and read a million scenarios ranging from modest... »

Ellie Light – Obama Fan One Through Thirty-Five? Update

By T. CHRISTOPHER
Ellie Light – Obama Fan One Through Thirty-Five? Update

I read this story and laughed for at least ten minutes. I should note that it isn't haha-funny. Its the wow that's sad kinda funny. The President has apparently picked up quite the fan club recently. Even more remarkable than... »

Huckabee Ahead in 2012 Polls? UPDATE

By T. CHRISTOPHER
Huckabee Ahead in 2012 Polls? UPDATE

If you're of the sort that likes hypothetical polling, this one should be right up your alley. Public Policy Polling just released the results of a recent study that shows Mike Huckabee leading President Obama by a narrow margin if the 2012 election... »

Volker Rule to Signal the Beginning of the End for Timothy Geithner?

By T. CHRISTOPHER
Volker Rule to Signal the Beginning of the End for Timothy Geithner?

"Never again will the American taxpayer be held hostage by a bank that is too big to fail" In a move that many see as nothing more than a clever attempt to tap into popular sentiment that the banking industry is the root of all... »

Palin to Campaign For McCain in Arizona – Wow!

By T. CHRISTOPHER
Palin to Campaign For McCain in Arizona – Wow!

Sarah Palin is reportedly preparing to join Senator John McCain on the campaign trail in Arizona as he prepares for a reelection bid in the Sunshine State. After she claims her payday next month in Nashville at the Tea Party convention and makes... »

Obama Year One Noteworthy Accomplisment: Less Economic Freedom

By T. CHRISTOPHER
Obama Year One Noteworthy Accomplisment:  Less Economic Freedom

Today marks the official one year anniversary of the inauguration of President Barack Obama. I for one will be celebrating tonight and offering a toast to the great nation that exists now only in my memories and my dreams of the future. ... »

Scott Brown – The New Model for Republican Success?

By T. CHRISTOPHER
Scott Brown – The New Model for Republican Success?

It may be a bit premature as a Scott Brown victory in today's special election in Massachusetts is anything but a foregone conclusion at this point, but the success of his campaign in even reaching election day with a glimmer of hope has got... »

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