Archive for May, 2004

Iraq’s Future

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The President has laid down the plan for Iraq’s future. We all know the path this administration wants to go down. It continues the Islamist War by stabilizing Iraq and going after the terrorists and Saddam loyalists. It’s multilateral both militarily, financially, and diplomatically (a new U.N. resolution has just been offered). And it’s achievable. […]

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Anti-Nader Ads

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This is not a good sign for the Democrats. If a Democratic outfit feels so threatened by Ralph Nader that they have to run commercials against him what does that say about their confidence in Kerry?
“Concerned Democrats Launch ‘Don’t Vote for Nader‘ Ad”

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Deep Freeze

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New Milwaukee mayor Tom Barrett is already having problems keeping his campaign promise to freeze the city’s property tax levy. Wispolitics.com reports, “Just before being sworn in April 20, he was told it would cost $36 million more to operate the city next year at the same level of services as this year.”
City Council president […]

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Rand Ignored

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Why isn’t Ayn Rand taken seriously in academic philosophy? Keith Burgess-Jackson’s explanation ranges from sexism to envy.
“Ayn Rand (1905-1982) and the Moral Philosophers”

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Pink Shoes for Men

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No, it’s not metrosexuality run amok. The latest hip-hop fashion craze is pink women’s sneakers. A store in Milwaukee opened two hours early last Saturday to satisfy eager customers.
“Who’d Pay $115 for a Pair of Women’s Shoes? Lots of Guys, that’s Who”

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Severe Weather

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I’m posting with a major storm headed for me with the possiblity of a tornado. Things are dark outside and the family is safe in the basement. I don’t know if this is a first for the blogosphere, but it certainly is a first for me. I’ve got WTMJ’s website on and am monitoring the […]

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Sam Johnson, R.I.P.

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Sam Johnson, one of the most successful businessmen in Wisconsin history died of cancer. He was 76.
“Concern for Business, Earth”

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On the Map

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In the heart of what used to be called lovely Kablogh sits the TAM Hotel. At the TAM Hotel room service will never be interrupted. Plus, there’s always an Imam al-Ron speech on pay-per-view. That’s why all the journalists cringe when staying there. But where else would they stay? The TAM Hotel still has running […]

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The Wind Cries Mary

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Today around town, you heard the sound of chainsaws. The locals were cleaning up after yesterday morning’s powerful storm ripped through. From my short tour of the neighborhood, I didn’t see any damage worse than fallen trees some minor roof damage caused by 70-mile an hour winds. Yesterday morning, I was woken by rain hitting […]

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Prison Blues V

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The Washington Post has some abuse video from Abu Ghraib on their website. All I saw were some prisoners naked or stripping. Humiliating, to be sure. According to a Post story there are worse images.
The video begins with three soldiers huddled around a naked detainee, his thin frame backed against a wall. With a snap […]

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Legalize Incest

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When will someone in the U.S. take up Professor Peter Munz’s argument? I’m afraid to say that it won’t be long.
“‘Legalize Incest‘ Suggestion Shocks Lawmakers”

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“Compassionate” Lefties

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Air America, the liberal talk network that’s suppose to be the antithesis of mean, nasty, uncaring conservative talk radio never provided Chicago staffers health insurance while taking money out of their paychecks to pay for it.
“Air America’s Slide Ignored by Liberal Press”

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It’s a Good Thing

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A Secret Service ink expert who testified in the Martha Stewart trial has been arrested for lying on the stand. Federal prosecutors accuse Larry Stewart (no relation to Martha) of giving eight false statements. U.S. Attorney David Kelley didn’t think this news would help overturn Martha Stewart’s conviction, but I’m sure Martha’s lawyers disagree.
“Stewart Witness […]

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Fad Fading Fast

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There might be some relief for Krispy Kreme stockholders (here and here). The low carb craze is losing its craziness.
“Low-Carb Losing Steam”

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Less Than Even Money

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Paul at Wizbang notes that bettors give President Bush the edge over Kerry. Over at the Iowa Electronic Markets traders have been predicting a Bush victory since February with Kerry closing the gap in the past few weeks. When people have something on the line they have a penchant for using available information more efficiently. […]

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