I’m a big fan of PBS. It’s probably the only thing I’ll really miss when Kitty and I let our TV die in February on account of that there digital cross-over. One of the best programs on television has got to be Frontline. Granted, it’s generally a whole ass-load of depressing, but in exchange, you […]
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Wait… McCain Thinks Pennsylvania is Racist?
Last week Democratic representative John Murtha claimed that some of his constituents in Western Pennsylvania were racist. Today, John McCain… agrees? Wait… no, he disagrees. Hold on… wait… he does NOT agree that he disagrees. Umm… what? For extra hilarity, watch it again, while focusing on Cindy McCain’s face.
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Meet the Enemy
Not her personally, of course. Just the stupidity and close-mindedness that she so ably personifies. Via Sullivan.
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Tonight! Women For Change
Want to hear folks like myself and Amanda Fritz talk about women in politics? Then come to this event, tonight:
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McCain on Letterman (Finally!)
In case you missed it, here are the highlights from John McCain’s appearance on David Letterman last night. Warning: It is wildly less funny than McCain’s legitimately hilarious performance at the Alfred E. Smith dinner — but still entertaining for all fans of “uncomfortable” and “awkward.” (Sorry about the stupid ad at the top of […]
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Obama Screen Printing Party
The Obama Craft Project is hosting an Obama-themed screen printing party on Saturday, October 18 (yes, that’s the day after tomorrow), where you can bring an item and have it Obamafied: Almost anything can be screen printed, if it can lay flat: bags, sun shades, most clothes, wood, paper. More details on the event, including […]
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Meet Joe (the) Plummer
John McCain: Leader, Maverick, and Indie Rock Fan?? Tonight’s debate featured McCain constantly playing the indie cred card against Obama by mentioning Joe Plummer. The Portland resident (finally Oregon matters in this election) is known for being one of the best drummers out there, having spent time behind the kit for the Magic Magicians, Black […]
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Obama vs. McCain = Batman vs. Penguin?
Another reminder! Don’t miss out on the final presidential debate tonight at 6 pm — and by all means, please join the Mercury as we drink beer, hoot, holler, hiss and cheer at either the Clinton Street Theater on the big screen (2522 SE Clinton) or at Roots Organic Brewery (1520 SE 7th). PLUS! We’ll […]
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How the New Top Two Primary System is Playing Out in Washington
During tonight’s Dial-Mocracy call on the ballot measures, one of our listeners asked how the newish top-two primary system has worked so far in Washington. This past primary election was the first one where the new system was in play. In the heart of Seattle, one legislative district has two Democrats that advanced to the […]
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Hooray, Oregon!
From Secretary of State Bill Bradbury: Oregon set a new record for registered voters Tuesday a few hours before the registration deadline for the Nov. 4 election. Late Tuesday afternoon, the number of voters in Oregon exceeded 2,141,249, the record high set for the 2004 general election. As of 3:45 p.m. Tuesday, Oregon had 2,143,290 […]
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Measure Mania, Tonight!
I’ve been quiet on the blog today, as I cram for tonight’s ballot measure mania teleforum, Dial-Mocracy. The Bus Project’s Jefferson Smith and I will cruise through ten of the most contentious ballot measures, to give you the 101 you’ll need to make an informed choice when your ballot arrives later this week. If you […]