I’m just pilloried right and left and turned into the big bad wolf here for stuff I didn’t do. It’s like I’m this fictional character that she’s decided to make me out to be this sort of incompetent slob.
Former Sarah Palin aide John Bitney • Describing his treatment in the ex-Alaska governor’s “Going Rogue.” Bitney just wants his ex-boss to give him a break and leave him alone. You and the rest of America, pal. Wait your turn – though yours comes before ours. source
Who’s invited? A ton of Obama staffers and anticipated Obama staffers will be there tonight. And a couple of big-name Hollywood types. And some who kind of span both celebrity and Obama staff, like Kal Penn. Oh, and Rahm Emanuel’s brother Ari, who was the inspiration behind Jeremy Piven’s “Entourage” character.
Who’s not invitedA lot of Republicans. Sen. Dick Lugar and Louisiana Gov. Bobby Jindal are pretty much the most likely tighty righties holding down the fort among the 300 guests. Fox news is already playing it off as a major slight for some reason. What did you expect? You haven’t exactly done him any favors. source
The fact that the St. Louis Post-Dispatch would allow this to happen just shows how completely out of touch they are with the Internet and the modern world.
The anonymous author of “Kurt Greenbaum is a #&(&@” • Describing their feelings on the St. Louis Post-Dispatch’s handling of the Kurt Greenbaum incident. As you recall, Greenbaum called a commenter’s employer and got them fired. The person behind the site emphasizes two things: One, commenters should be allowed their privacy, and two, the Post-Dispatch’s policies are old hat at best. source
The UEA response has been frankly pathetic. It was informed by Real Climate of the hack on 17 November but only reacted two days later when journalists caught on to the story. It refused to confirm whether the emails were accurate or not and, for a long time, refused to comment at all.
Climate Outreach and Information Network founder George Marshall • Discussing the University of East Anglia’s weak response to the hacked e-mail controversy despite the fact that the e-mails don’t reveal any sort of conspiracy. He argues instead that it’s merely been integrated into longstanding skeptic opinions. “The speed with which the emails have been cut apart and fed into existing storylines is remarkable,” he notes. He also notes the timing is extremely suspect. source
Is this the most casual self-outing by a gay Republican in the history of politics or what?
The Boston Phoenix • In an article last week discussing the coming out by Richard Tisei in the Boston Globe. Tisei is the state Senate Minority Leader and new running mate for gubernatorial challenger Charles D. Baker. He put his coming out like this: “It is not exactly a news flash. I don’t think people really care these days.” As Massachusetts has had legalized gay marriage for over five years now, that is a refreshing stance to take. Now, if only the rest of the country could follow Massachusetts’ lead. source
Debbie does Fox Michigan Sen. Debbie Stabenow, a pro-choice Democrat, made a pitch for abortion – and equality in health care for women – on Fox News. Fox News’ Chris Wallace asked if she’d get the Stupak amendment – the key to the House bill passing – overturned, and she said yes. That’s a lefty for ya.
No mincing words On ABC’s “This Week,” George Stephanopoulos asked whether Sarah Palin advanced her political career thanks to the hype around “Going Rogue.” George Will – a dusty old conservative, by the way – quipped that what Palin is doing is “not politics.” Damn, he let her have it.
Pressure pointWhen Sen. Lindsey Graham asked Attorney General Eric Holder about enemy combatants facing civilian trials through history, it was like a pin prick. CNN speculates Holder knew the answer, but knew it’d hurt politically – Khalid Sheikh Mohammed would remain in jail no matter the outcome.
On August 28, 2010, I ask you, your family and neighbors to join me at the feet of Abraham Lincoln on the National Mall for the unveiling of The Plan and the birthday of a new national movement to restore our great country.
Glenn Beck • Describing our great national nightmare in detail. That’s right, boys – he’s gonna get his boys together to reveal his grand plan – how to (#^&(!&@ over the Democrats once and for freaking all. Or how he plans to get a bigger chalkboard. Or something. Note to all: Unless you’re one of them, avoid the National Mall on August 28, 2010. source