Sometimes I wonder whether the world is being run by smart people who are putting us on or by imbeciles who really mean it. ~~Mark Twain
By John on Apr 21, 2007 in Constitution, Legislature, Politics, The Courts, War | 0 Comments
Yes, it would seem that the good people of Vermont probably have the most intelligence. They’ve seen through the bull shit and their state senate voted 16-9 without debate to impeach Bush and Cheney.
By John on Apr 12, 2007 in General, Legislature, Politics | 3 Comments
Two weeks ago, the University of Florida voted to deny Jeb Bush an honorary degree. By a 38-28 vote, the faculty Senate rejected the former governor’s nomination, citing concerns about some of Bush’s educations initiatives, including his dismantling of affirmative action programs in the state.
By John on Dec 12, 2006 in Fun Stuff, Legislature, Places, Politics | 0 Comments
Well, we can always count on Texas for a good laugh. A Texas State Legislator has introduced House Bill 308 which will allow for blind hunting in Texas.
By John on Nov 9, 2006 in Congress, Election, Legislature, Politics, Presidency, Religion, Right Wingnuts | 1 Comment
Of course I can’t pass by the 2006 mid-term elections without comment. It was clearly a stunning victory for Democrats, and I can only hope the new Democratic majority will roll back some of the powers granted to the executive branch. Unfortunately, that normally comes very slowly.
By John on Oct 28, 2006 in Gay Issues, Legislature, Politics, Religion, Right Wingnuts, Society | 0 Comments
Randall Terry, founder of Operation Rescue, famously involved as Terri Schiavo’s parents’ spokesman, ran for Florida State Senate (Republican-naturally). His website features the above picture, showing Terry and his wholesome, loving family. Only problem is, there’s a few members missing.
By John on Sep 7, 2006 in Crime, Legislature, Politics, Society | 0 Comments
The rules spell out how the untried process would work. It would largely treat a person placed on the civil registry the same way a convicted sex offender is treated under Ohio's so-called Megan's Law. The person's name, address, and photograph would be placed on a new Internet database and the person would be subjected to the same registration and community notification requirements and restrictions on where he could live. A civilly declared offender, however, could petition the court to have the person's name removed from the new list after six years if there have been no new problems and the judge believes the person is unlikely to abuse again.I've created a poll so you can help me decide.