The Washington Post and ABC News are reporting that Speaker Nancy Pelosi was briefed on Enhanced Interrogations Techniques and their use on on Abu Zubaydah. From the Washington Post: Intelligence officials released documents this evening saying … [Continue reading] about CIA Says Pelosi Was Briefed on Use of ‘Enhanced Interrogations’
Feinstein: Closing the Gun Show “Loophole” Will Reduce Gun Violence
CNSNews.com is reporting that Reps. Michael Castle (R-Del.) and Carolyn McCarthy, (D-N.Y.) have introduced a bill aimed at closing the so called "gun show loophole": Democratic lawmakers and one Republican told CNSNews.com on Wednesday that the … [Continue reading] about Feinstein: Closing the Gun Show “Loophole” Will Reduce Gun Violence
First Nevada, Now Pennsylvania: 7 ACORN Workers Facing Voter-form Charges
Just days after Nevada Attorney General Catherine Cortez Masto and Secretary of State Ross Miller announced that voter registration fraud charges had been filed against ACORN and two of it's employees in that state comes news that 7 ACORN works are … [Continue reading] about First Nevada, Now Pennsylvania: 7 ACORN Workers Facing Voter-form Charges
No Criminal Prosecution for ‘Torture Memo’ Authors?
It appears that the Bush Administration lawyers who authored the so called 'torture memos' are going to escape prosecution, the Justice Dept. will instead refer them to State Bar Associations for disciplinary action: The Justice Department said it … [Continue reading] about No Criminal Prosecution for ‘Torture Memo’ Authors?
Pelosi Seeking to Buffer Lawmakers From Federal Investigators
House speaker Nancy Pelosi is apparently working to establish a protocol on how to handle searches and wire taps of congressional offices. She says she doesn't want to limit law-enforcement wiretaps of congressional offices, just to clarify what … [Continue reading] about Pelosi Seeking to Buffer Lawmakers From Federal Investigators
Hackers Break Into Virginia Health Professions Database, Demand Ransom
Hackers apparently broke into Virginia's Health Professions Database last week and stole data on more than 8 million patients and replaced the site's homepage with ransom note demanding $10 million. Brian Krebs has the details: Hackers last week … [Continue reading] about Hackers Break Into Virginia Health Professions Database, Demand Ransom
Porn Star Stormy Daniels Considering Senate Bid?
The politico is reporting that porn star Stormy Daniels, a Baton Rouge native, is considering a run for the Senate seat currently held by David Vitter: Sure, it may be a publicity stunt – but if so it's working. Next week, porn star Stormy … [Continue reading] about Porn Star Stormy Daniels Considering Senate Bid?
Chris Dodd Likens Bush Administration to Nazis?
Umm, Senator do you really believe that water boarding is the equivalent to the systematic persecution and genocide of roughly 11 million people? You know what... Don't get mad, get even. (H/T : Melissa Clouthier via Red … [Continue reading] about Chris Dodd Likens Bush Administration to Nazis?
Arlen Specter: Classless
By know I suspect everyone has seen or at least heard about Arlen Specter's classless remarks about Jack Kemp on CBS' Face the Nation... On the off chance you haven't here's the video: What a bitter, angry man... I've come to expect this kind … [Continue reading] about Arlen Specter: Classless
Godspeed Jack
Former Congressman Jack Kemp passed away yesterday after a lengthy illness, he was 73. Jack was a tireless optimist and a conservative stalwart who will be dearly missed by all who knew him. Godspeed Jack, rest in peace. Related The … [Continue reading] about Godspeed Jack
Mortgage Cramdown Bill Dies in Senate
Barack Obama's economic policy suffered a setback yesterday when a bill that would have allowed bankruptcy judges to force lenders to adjust the principal on mortgages failed in the Senate. The bill received 45 votes, 6 short of the 51 needed for … [Continue reading] about Mortgage Cramdown Bill Dies in Senate
Obama’s Tax Cut May Include a Rude Surprise for Some Taxpayers
Millions of taxpayers could be in for a rude surprise next spring thanks to Pres. Obama's "Making Work Pay" tax credit: WASHINGTON (Map, News) - Millions of Americans enjoying their small windfall from President Barack Obama's "Making Work … [Continue reading] about Obama’s Tax Cut May Include a Rude Surprise for Some Taxpayers
Barack Obama On The Deficit: I Didn’t Do It…
Barack Obama's 'It wasn't me' protestations about the ballooning federal deficit are so patently false even the Associated Press is calling him on it: WASHINGTON (AP) - "That wasn't me," President Barack Obama said on his 100th day in office, … [Continue reading] about Barack Obama On The Deficit: I Didn’t Do It…
Crime Doesn’t Pay: 17 Year Old Girl Beats Muggers
A note to would be criminals... Don't pick on 17 year old girls or this might happen to you: QUARTZ HILL, Calif. (AP) A 17-year-old high school marching band student beat up two assailants who tried to mug her as she walked to school in this high … [Continue reading] about Crime Doesn’t Pay: 17 Year Old Girl Beats Muggers
Arlen Specter Switching Parties Today
Pennsylvania Senator Arlen Specter is leaving the Republican Party today and I can't say I'm sad to see him go... Specter, was one of three Republicans to vote from Pres. Obama's pork laden stimulus plan and was expected to face a tough primary … [Continue reading] about Arlen Specter Switching Parties Today