GOP Web Initiative Calls Out The Crazies; GOP Backpedals

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Tuesday May 25, 2010 · 5:50 PM PDT

2010/05/25 · 17:50

So, the 'Pubs are trying out this new-fangled, "revolutionary" thing called an "interactive website" that will allow all "real Americans" to give suggestions on new legislation, have debates on said ideas, and "vote" on the most popular of the day. You can see the fun yourself at Americaspeakingout.com

New GOP Initiative Stumbles

Well, woulden't you know it, the cream really does rise to the top!!

But opening up the process of debate means inviting in uncomfortable voices. Within minutes, a poster on the site suggested repealing Section II of the 1964 Civil Rights Act because it was "UNCONSTITUTIONAL, PROGRESSIVE and HITLER." [yes, they used Hitler as an adjective]. (That entry has since been shut down by the GOP.)

Excuse me while I laugh. AHAHHAHAHhahhahahahhahah!!!!!

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The schadenfreude is

96 votes Vote Now!

The schadenfreude is

thick

1 vote

delicious

15 votes

expected from idiots like these

19 votes

all of the above

61 votes

Unemployment to be Extended! UPDATE: NO 5th Tier

Spudnic

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Thursday May 20, 2010 · 7:41 AM PDT

2010/05/20 · 07:41

Lawmakers have agreed on legislation to extend expanded unemployment benefits for the long-term unemployed through the end of the year.

http://news.yahoo.com/...

There is not a lot of info in the article, but what it does say is great news for many in the country! Also included in the bill is an extension for COBRA as well as a one year extension for some 50 or so tax cuts that expired last year.

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Will Congress pass the Bill, or continue playing God with people's livelyhoods?

312 votes Vote Now!

Will Congress pass the Bill, or continue playing God with people's livelyhoods?

Pass.

97 votes

Fail.

26 votes

They're assholes, who knows?

189 votes

Minnick (D-ID) Accepts Endorsment by Teabaggers, Says Goodbye to Dem. Career w/ Poll

Spudnic

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Thursday April 15, 2010 · 2:58 PM PDT

2010/04/15 · 14:58

Well, the Far-Right Wing of the Repub Party (AKA the "Tea Party") has added another token to their game. They already have the "Token Black Guy" and the "Token Hottie Mom" and now they round out a trio with the "Token Democrat".

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End of Minnick's Career, End of the Tea Party, or Both?

102 votes Vote Now!

End of Minnick's Career, End of the Tea Party, or Both?

Bye-bye Minnick - Idaho Dems will get their revenge.

31 votes

Bye-bye Tea Party - Repubs HATE Dems, even if they are in name only, and will not like being aligned with one.

11 votes

Bye-bye Both - for the reasons stated above. It's a Two-fer!

30 votes

It's genius and this move will catapult the Tea Party to victory in the fall and in 2012. We're doomed!!!!!

9 votes

Dino Pie

21 votes

HARP/HAMP (Making Home Affordable) Program Update w/ Personal Story

Spudnic

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Thursday July 30, 2009 · 3:21 PM PDT

2009/07/30 · 15:21

Back in May, I wrote a diary about the HARP/HAMP Programs that the Obama Administration and Congress passed into law to help struggling homeowners and the economy. I wanted to write this quick update about how those programs are working, as well as the outcome of my own personal experience with this program. Follow me.....

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Tuesday July 14, 2009 · 10:21 AM PDT

2009/07/14 · 10:21

The latest in Michael Steele's open-mouth-insert-both-feet-and-a-fist-too ramblings is almost too over-the-top to believe. How bigoted can one person be against their own culture?

Spudnic

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Wednesday July 08, 2009 · 4:39 PM PDT

2009/07/08 · 16:39

Sarah Palin's reasons for her sudden resignation have been very murky, at best. Her intentions for what comes next have been a mystery, as well. One thing, however, is clear as a bell: Sarah Palin has more ambition than brains and beauty put together.

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Sunday July 05, 2009 · 10:41 PM PDT

2009/07/05 · 22:41

We all know that Sarah Palin is dumb. And not just your garden-variety dumb, but mind-numbingingly, rip-your-hair-out, "In what respect, Charlie?" stupid. So it should not have come as a surprise that she would have the asinine idea of chucking her job (you know, the one she campaigned for, literally begged people to give her) so she could be "more effective" outside politics.

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Sarah Skipped Because:

246 votes Vote Now!

Sarah Skipped Because:

She wants to be Potus.

21 votes

She wants out of politics completely.

6 votes

She wants lots and lots of money and fame, however she can get it.

169 votes

She wants Rush's babies.

12 votes

She wants pie.

16 votes

She wants other, please explain - NO word salad, please :)

22 votes

Why the hell do you think we elect Dems, anyway?

Spudnic

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Wednesday June 17, 2009 · 12:06 PM PDT

2009/06/17 · 12:06

Kos, I love this site, but you are so wrong when you say

What's happening in Iran is an internal battle, and it's theirs to fight and sort out. If turning the site green would help, then perhaps, but it'd merely feed that narcissistic desire some people have to "do" something.

You are wrong. And here is why.

Spudnic

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Monday May 18, 2009 · 5:09 PM PDT

2009/05/18 · 17:09

Last night, Brubs wrote a heartbreaking account of the passing of his friend Ken. Ken's partener of 26 years, Bob, was not in the hospital room to hold Ken's hand, to whisper loving thoughts and cry as his lover, his soul mate, his husband made his final journey. He was barred from the hospital by Ken's family. Instead

a nurse sympathetic to Bob’s situation and in violation of the hospital policies, came to the car window and delivered the news to Bob that Kenneth was gone. And Bob said his goodbyes and wishes of love and peace to a picture. A fucking photograph. Held to his chest as though he were holding his loved one in tears. Because that was all he had.

Spudnic

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Wednesday May 13, 2009 · 9:26 AM PDT

2009/05/13 · 09:26

I'm writing this diary to provide some information and a personal perspective on President Obama's "Making Home Affordable" program. I hope it is of some use to my fellow Kossacks!

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The Making Home Affordable Program

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The Making Home Affordable Program

is something I could use - I need a Modification.

14 votes

is something I could use - I need a Refinance.

13 votes

is not something I could use, buy I know at least one person/family who could benefit.

19 votes

is not something I could use, and don't think anyone else could either.

1 vote

is a Government Conspiracy, Man!!

2 votes

Homeless Couple Marry: A Diary of Hope and Compassion - Updated

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Friday May 08, 2009 · 10:46 AM PDT

2009/05/08 · 10:46

I just read an amazing, touching story and would like to share it with all of you. It's not really political, but does speak to the broader issues of homelessness, community, hope, and helping out our fellow man.

Spudnic

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Saturday April 18, 2009 · 9:31 PM PDT

2009/04/18 · 21:31

Let me start off by saying that this is my first diary, so I hope I'm doing it correctly! Please do let me know if I've broken a rule or just need to fix anything. I did a search to see if anyone had written about this and didn't find anything. If someone already diaried this, I'll delete. And please do ignore any spelling errors. Thanks.

I was born in Bakersfield, Ca (or as I like to call it, "The Armpit of California") in the mid 70's. My mom is American and my dad is Canadian. Up until yesterday, I thought I was an American citizen like my mom. Lo and behold, overnight, my world was turned upside down (kinda like the guy in the video)! I'm actually not "just" an American anymore...

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How 'bout you, Eh?

116 votes Vote Now!

How 'bout you, Eh?

American only

62 votes

Canadian only

32 votes

Newly dual citizen of USA and Canada

12 votes

Citizen of another country other than Canada

5 votes

Dual citizen of countries other than the USA and Canada

5 votes

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GOP Web Initiative Calls Out The Crazies; GOP Backpedals

Unemployment to be Extended! UPDATE: NO 5th Tier

Minnick (D-ID) Accepts Endorsment by Teabaggers, Says Goodbye to Dem. Career w/ Poll

HARP/HAMP (Making Home Affordable) Program Update w/ Personal Story

Steele said WHAT?? You have got to be sh*tting me!

Tweety Moose: She's Running!!

Watch your back, Sarah, the knives are out.

Why the hell do you think we elect Dems, anyway?

In Honor of Bob and In Memory of Ken: Please Help Spread This Message

Making Home Affordable: A Personal Experience

Homeless Couple Marry: A Diary of Hope and Compassion - Updated

I'm a "new" Canadian, how 'bout you, Eh?