This afternoon, I spent part of my evening with an old friend.
He's a very light, whimsical friend, who comes around once in a while. I always get a jolt of excitement when I see him. He stands out among the others he's around. When I finally find myself alone with him in complete seclusion, he likes to tickle my nose with his delicate aroma, and then he excites my taste buds with his creamy, completely natural, oh so refreshing sweetness.
Mmm!
Even now, all that he is lingers on my lips and my tongue.
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His name is Häagen-Dazs Raspberry Sorbet.
(And you're a pervert! Shame!)
Sunday, September 30, 2007
Fulfilling Goals in Life
Over the past few days, I have started to plan the final phase of my education. It is time for me to begin work on my doctorate, that is.
I found one school that sounds as if it is what I am looking for. It is the University of Virginia (at Charlottesville). They offer professional students with residency credit for having a master's degree (which I do) and for working in the field (which I am). And best of all, they offer a Ph.D. in social studies education. (Yumm-o!)
Last night, I did the "dog and pony" routine for more information. I'll see what they send me in the mail. But so far, it is the school I like the most.
I think what stirred all of this was my tenth year high school reunion, which happened recently. (Of course, I didn't go for not so obvious reasons.) It made me start to think about the goals I had set for myself in life. It is easy to get "settled" when it comes to life. I have a career, which sort of makes you put your goals aside, because you get comfortable with the so-called day-to-day routine. But my future goals require that I have access to a doctorate degree, in order to stand out from the hometown crowd.
I found one school that sounds as if it is what I am looking for. It is the University of Virginia (at Charlottesville). They offer professional students with residency credit for having a master's degree (which I do) and for working in the field (which I am). And best of all, they offer a Ph.D. in social studies education. (Yumm-o!)
Last night, I did the "dog and pony" routine for more information. I'll see what they send me in the mail. But so far, it is the school I like the most.
I think what stirred all of this was my tenth year high school reunion, which happened recently. (Of course, I didn't go for not so obvious reasons.) It made me start to think about the goals I had set for myself in life. It is easy to get "settled" when it comes to life. I have a career, which sort of makes you put your goals aside, because you get comfortable with the so-called day-to-day routine. But my future goals require that I have access to a doctorate degree, in order to stand out from the hometown crowd.
Saturday, September 29, 2007
The Missing Toilet Paper Caper
In this rather disturbing--yet absurd--account from the Fond du Lac County Government Center, we learn that someone has been swiping toilet paper from the men's room.
On average, about six rolls of government-grade toilet paper goes missing per week. If it were for personal use, then you'd think the sheer use of it would be punishment enough. Since it is ongoing, I believe that the "T.P. Bandit" is merely having some fun, or at least working out some frustration--perhaps--with his employer.
They seem rather convinced it is a "him." I think we might be surprised!
On average, about six rolls of government-grade toilet paper goes missing per week. If it were for personal use, then you'd think the sheer use of it would be punishment enough. Since it is ongoing, I believe that the "T.P. Bandit" is merely having some fun, or at least working out some frustration--perhaps--with his employer.
They seem rather convinced it is a "him." I think we might be surprised!
Newt Gingrich
We can all sleep peacefully in our beds tonight with the knowledge that the former Speaker of the House, Newt Gingrich, will not run for president.
Not that it would have really mattered, in my opinion, if he ran for president. But it is one less ill-informed Republican opinion Americans must be subjected to during this presidential election cycle.
Not that it would have really mattered, in my opinion, if he ran for president. But it is one less ill-informed Republican opinion Americans must be subjected to during this presidential election cycle.
Friday, September 28, 2007
"The Young & The Restless"
When I was in college, I developed an obsession. I was addicted to the daytime serial, The Young & The Restless.
Okay, to many that sounds pretty gay, but whatever.
When I was a junior and senior, I had the luxury of working my schedule around the show--I was an upperclassman, after all.
After graduating, I slowly weened myself off of it, because my schedule no longer allowed for it. But recently I have taken this vice up again. It seems as if I have not left the show at all, considering many of the main characters have remained unchanged.
I watch it daily through the Soap channel now.
I once read an article that said the second largest viewership for daytime serials--behind housewives--is male college students.
Now, who is gay? And yes, I reference the show in my classroom. Most of them say, "My mom watches that show too!"
To which I reply, "I am in good company."
Okay, to many that sounds pretty gay, but whatever.
When I was a junior and senior, I had the luxury of working my schedule around the show--I was an upperclassman, after all.
After graduating, I slowly weened myself off of it, because my schedule no longer allowed for it. But recently I have taken this vice up again. It seems as if I have not left the show at all, considering many of the main characters have remained unchanged.
I watch it daily through the Soap channel now.
I once read an article that said the second largest viewership for daytime serials--behind housewives--is male college students.
Now, who is gay? And yes, I reference the show in my classroom. Most of them say, "My mom watches that show too!"
To which I reply, "I am in good company."
PDA
Public displays of affection seem to be making some ripples in the pool of life.
CNN has devoted a seemingly thorough investigation into the ways we relate to each other in public. PDA, or public display of affection, is something that I have struggled with all my life, and a concept that we as a society work to better understand.
I come from a family where love is shown through material ways. Instead of saying, "I love you," for example, you get some money or an object. That is love. Although, I simply receive an object, I understand its unspoken meaning.
That's how Mom and Dad handled it when I was growing up, and they still do. Even though, I am twentysomething, their question is still the same, "Do you need anything?" (Translation: I love you!)
Yes, there are many people who feel it is appropriate to grope each other in public venues, or to give that short-absent partner a nice tongue kiss in front of the world. That is something that I could never do.
The simple concept of holding hands in public is rather foreign to me. Although, I crave attention and general tender human contact, I prefer to engage in these actions in the privacy of my home or bedroom. I suppose to me, something as simple as holding hands is quite erotic.
I still say being overly affectionate in public is disgusting, but somehow I can respect people who can pull it off without batting an eye as to what the world thinks of them!
CNN has devoted a seemingly thorough investigation into the ways we relate to each other in public. PDA, or public display of affection, is something that I have struggled with all my life, and a concept that we as a society work to better understand.
I come from a family where love is shown through material ways. Instead of saying, "I love you," for example, you get some money or an object. That is love. Although, I simply receive an object, I understand its unspoken meaning.
That's how Mom and Dad handled it when I was growing up, and they still do. Even though, I am twentysomething, their question is still the same, "Do you need anything?" (Translation: I love you!)
Yes, there are many people who feel it is appropriate to grope each other in public venues, or to give that short-absent partner a nice tongue kiss in front of the world. That is something that I could never do.
The simple concept of holding hands in public is rather foreign to me. Although, I crave attention and general tender human contact, I prefer to engage in these actions in the privacy of my home or bedroom. I suppose to me, something as simple as holding hands is quite erotic.
I still say being overly affectionate in public is disgusting, but somehow I can respect people who can pull it off without batting an eye as to what the world thinks of them!
Because of You...
I watched you die, I watched you cry every night in your sleep.
I was so young, you should have known better than to have relied on me.
You never thought of anyone else, you just saw your pain.
Because of you I'm ashamed of my life because it's empty.
I was so young, you should have known better than to have relied on me.
You never thought of anyone else, you just saw your pain.
Because of you I'm ashamed of my life because it's empty.
Baby Savings Account
Senator Hillary Clinton proposed giving each baby born in the United States an account with $5,000.
This cash--including interest--could be used by a high school graduate to help pay for college or make the down payment of a house, according to her campaign.
This sounds like a good idea, but with approximately 4 million babies born in the United States annually, the program might cost the taxpayers $20 billion. Of course, there could be caveats placed on accessing the cash, such as actually completing high school, or only allowing it to be used for something proactive, such as a college/professional education.
At least Hillary is thinking of ways of using our tax dollars for something besides war and destruction.
This cash--including interest--could be used by a high school graduate to help pay for college or make the down payment of a house, according to her campaign.
This sounds like a good idea, but with approximately 4 million babies born in the United States annually, the program might cost the taxpayers $20 billion. Of course, there could be caveats placed on accessing the cash, such as actually completing high school, or only allowing it to be used for something proactive, such as a college/professional education.
At least Hillary is thinking of ways of using our tax dollars for something besides war and destruction.
Wednesday, September 26, 2007
Larry Craig: Now What?
United States Senator Larry Craig (R-ID) is quickly approaching his deadline for resigning from the Senate, which is set to occur on September 30.
With only four full days left for him to make good on his promise, will he actually do it? He has said that he might reconsider his resignation, based on how his attempts at getting his previous guilty plea and conviction overturned in Minnesota.
Recently, Senator Craig made a motion that a Minnesota judge allow him to withdraw his original guilty plea. Although, he has said that he still intends to resign if the court does not allow him to withdraw the plea.
Based on some new information, local prosecutors stated that, "Craig's lawyers failed to meet the standard for withdrawing his plea."
So who knows what Senator Craig will now do. I am sure, though, that he behaves himself in public restrooms!
With only four full days left for him to make good on his promise, will he actually do it? He has said that he might reconsider his resignation, based on how his attempts at getting his previous guilty plea and conviction overturned in Minnesota.
Recently, Senator Craig made a motion that a Minnesota judge allow him to withdraw his original guilty plea. Although, he has said that he still intends to resign if the court does not allow him to withdraw the plea.
Based on some new information, local prosecutors stated that, "Craig's lawyers failed to meet the standard for withdrawing his plea."
So who knows what Senator Craig will now do. I am sure, though, that he behaves himself in public restrooms!
Tuesday, September 25, 2007
Hillary goes further
A recent CNN/WMUR poll shows that Senator Hillary Clinton has broadened her lead against Senator Barack Obama. The poll sampled voters in New Hampshire.
Hillary received 43% of the poll, while Obama came away with only 20%. This newest poll shows that Hillary has widened her margin by at least 7-percentage points, since the last poll was conducted.
Hillary received 43% of the poll, while Obama came away with only 20%. This newest poll shows that Hillary has widened her margin by at least 7-percentage points, since the last poll was conducted.
Be careful of your sarcasm
Kids are kids, especially those in middle school.
Today, I had a kid look at me and ask, "Is your watch real gold?"
"Yes, it is," I said.
"Ha!" he scoffed.
"You'd think that thing's a Rolex the way you act."
His friend, who was also standing next to me, had taken the time to look at my watch's face.
He quickly exclaimed, "Oh my God, it is a Rolex!"
I hope they learned a valuable lesson. Sometimes, things are what they seem to be.
I love it!
Today, I had a kid look at me and ask, "Is your watch real gold?"
"Yes, it is," I said.
"Ha!" he scoffed.
"You'd think that thing's a Rolex the way you act."
His friend, who was also standing next to me, had taken the time to look at my watch's face.
He quickly exclaimed, "Oh my God, it is a Rolex!"
I hope they learned a valuable lesson. Sometimes, things are what they seem to be.
I love it!
Monday, September 24, 2007
Inferno
I am the way into the city of woe;
I am the way to a forsaken people;
I am the way into eternal sorrow;
Sacred justice moved my architect.
I was raised here by divine omnipotence, primordial love, and ultimate intellect:
Only those elements time cannot wear were made before me, and beyond time I stand. Abandon all hope ye who enter here.
-Dante, Inferno
I am the way to a forsaken people;
I am the way into eternal sorrow;
Sacred justice moved my architect.
I was raised here by divine omnipotence, primordial love, and ultimate intellect:
Only those elements time cannot wear were made before me, and beyond time I stand. Abandon all hope ye who enter here.
-Dante, Inferno
Mahmoud Ahmadinejad at Columbia University
The president of Iran, Mahmoud Ahmadinejad, spoke before an audience of about 600 individuals at Columbia University in New York City today.
Lee Bollinger, who is the president of Columbia University, called Ahmadinejad "a petty, cruel dictator."
During the encounter, Iran's president touted that the people of Palestine should be able to decide if Israel exists, through a referendum. When asked about the plight of women and homosexuals in his country, he said that women enjoyed freedom and that homosexuals do not exist in Iran. In addition, Ahmadinejad said of the holocaust, "If the Holocaust is a reality of our time, a history that occurred, why is there not sufficient research that can approach the topic from different perspectives?"
He sounds confused about the status of the world and his own country. He should go home!
Lee Bollinger, who is the president of Columbia University, called Ahmadinejad "a petty, cruel dictator."
During the encounter, Iran's president touted that the people of Palestine should be able to decide if Israel exists, through a referendum. When asked about the plight of women and homosexuals in his country, he said that women enjoyed freedom and that homosexuals do not exist in Iran. In addition, Ahmadinejad said of the holocaust, "If the Holocaust is a reality of our time, a history that occurred, why is there not sufficient research that can approach the topic from different perspectives?"
He sounds confused about the status of the world and his own country. He should go home!
Sunday, September 23, 2007
Marcel Marceau
Last night, while watching a re-run of the I Love Lucy show, I saw Ethel throw in a plug for then burgeoning mime, Marcel Marceau, after Lucy made a great show of body language while attempting to express her group's need, to a non-English speaking Italian farmer, for a place to spend the night, while biking their way to Nice, France.
This morning I heard of the passing of Marcel Marceau. It is a bit funny how you don't hear a name for years, and then suddenly it starts to crop up all over the place.
This morning I heard of the passing of Marcel Marceau. It is a bit funny how you don't hear a name for years, and then suddenly it starts to crop up all over the place.
Ahmadinejad will be arrested in the United States?
Although, he is traveling under the protection of diplomatic immunity, will Iranian president Mahmoud Ahmadinejad be picked up in the United States for crimes against humanity and terrorism?
Nah, I don't think so. There is simply no precedent for such a bold maneuver.
President Ahmadinejad is expected to arrive in the United States on Sunday, where he will speak at Columbia University on Monday, and then address the United Nations General Assembly on Tuesday.
According to the Islamic Republic News Agency (IRNA), Ahmadinejad is going to set the record straight about the dynamics of the world. It is his opinion that Americans have been living in a cloud of confusion and misinformation for too many years now (under the watchful eye of George W. Bush). In part, he is correct, but not to the point of where he should be celebrated. I doubt we need a religiously zealous wing nut to tell us the facts of life, considering we get enough of that from our own zealot.
In the end, he will come and say his part, and then return to Tehran, where he will continue to advocate the destruction of Israel and the West. It's truly hypocritical, though, that he would come to the United States to address an organization set up to counteract aggression and hate in the world--the United Nations.
Nah, I don't think so. There is simply no precedent for such a bold maneuver.
President Ahmadinejad is expected to arrive in the United States on Sunday, where he will speak at Columbia University on Monday, and then address the United Nations General Assembly on Tuesday.
According to the Islamic Republic News Agency (IRNA), Ahmadinejad is going to set the record straight about the dynamics of the world. It is his opinion that Americans have been living in a cloud of confusion and misinformation for too many years now (under the watchful eye of George W. Bush). In part, he is correct, but not to the point of where he should be celebrated. I doubt we need a religiously zealous wing nut to tell us the facts of life, considering we get enough of that from our own zealot.
In the end, he will come and say his part, and then return to Tehran, where he will continue to advocate the destruction of Israel and the West. It's truly hypocritical, though, that he would come to the United States to address an organization set up to counteract aggression and hate in the world--the United Nations.
Saturday, September 22, 2007
Talabani: "Let my people go!"
The president of Iraq, Jalal Talabani, wants the United States to let his Iranian friend go.
The U.S.-led coalition maintains that Agay Mahmoody Farhadi is a member of an elite team that trains and equips terrorists in Iraq. Talabani sent a strongly opinionated letter to the United States ambassador to Iraq, Ryan Crocker, and General David Petraeus, demanding that the individual be released.
In his letter, Talabani stated, "Therefore, I express to you our outrage for these American forces arresting this Iranian civil official visitor without informing or cooperating with the government of the Kurdistan region, which means insult and disregard for its rights."
The Iranians, also, have threatened to close their border with Iraq, along the Kurdistan region, if he is not released.
It would seem the government of Iraq has chosen its ally in this case, and it is not the United States. If the Iraqi government wants to continue its affiliation with terrorists organizations, such as those sponsored by Iran, then I say let's let them make their own decisions. But in the meantime we must work to withdraw our interests from Iraq, which includes our military.
The U.S.-led coalition maintains that Agay Mahmoody Farhadi is a member of an elite team that trains and equips terrorists in Iraq. Talabani sent a strongly opinionated letter to the United States ambassador to Iraq, Ryan Crocker, and General David Petraeus, demanding that the individual be released.
In his letter, Talabani stated, "Therefore, I express to you our outrage for these American forces arresting this Iranian civil official visitor without informing or cooperating with the government of the Kurdistan region, which means insult and disregard for its rights."
The Iranians, also, have threatened to close their border with Iraq, along the Kurdistan region, if he is not released.
It would seem the government of Iraq has chosen its ally in this case, and it is not the United States. If the Iraqi government wants to continue its affiliation with terrorists organizations, such as those sponsored by Iran, then I say let's let them make their own decisions. But in the meantime we must work to withdraw our interests from Iraq, which includes our military.
Thursday, September 20, 2007
Bush hates kids?
George W. Bush has vowed to veto a bill that would expand coverage for a children's health care insurance program.
Apparently, Bush would rather spend the money on something more fulfilling such as killing more Iraqis and putting American soldiers into harm's way. Bush's justification is that it will raise spending between $10-$50 million, and increase taxes on working people. How much has the war in Iraq cost us in taxes and spending? (I'd say close to $800 billion.)
So in the final analysis, 10 million children will have to go without medical coverage. This is just one more reason why we need to get rid of George W. Bush as quickly as possible!
Apparently, Bush would rather spend the money on something more fulfilling such as killing more Iraqis and putting American soldiers into harm's way. Bush's justification is that it will raise spending between $10-$50 million, and increase taxes on working people. How much has the war in Iraq cost us in taxes and spending? (I'd say close to $800 billion.)
So in the final analysis, 10 million children will have to go without medical coverage. This is just one more reason why we need to get rid of George W. Bush as quickly as possible!
Abraham Lincoln gets a face lift
Based on the fact that current day $5 bills can be "bleached" and reprinted as $100 bills, the United States Mint has decided to give the current bill a face lift.
It seems that the United States Mint has been changing our money a lot lately. They have been giving us new coins, as well. There are the "State Quarters" and the "Louisiana Purchase" nickels.
If they really wanted to make it difficult for counterfeiters, they would make the bills different sizes, like the euro.
It seems that the United States Mint has been changing our money a lot lately. They have been giving us new coins, as well. There are the "State Quarters" and the "Louisiana Purchase" nickels.
If they really wanted to make it difficult for counterfeiters, they would make the bills different sizes, like the euro.
Wednesday, September 19, 2007
I was just thinking...
After watching all the coverage of the new O.J. Simpson case, I came to the realization that my first love of the law was spawned by the his 1994 trial. That trial brought out all of my legal cunning and malevolence, which I still harbor inside of me to this day.
Is O.J. going to have the trial of the 21st century, too?
After the double murder trial of his wife and Ron Goldman in 1994, O.J. Simpson has spent much of the time superseding his acquittal getting into additional brushes and scrapes with the law.
Simpson's first trial, which I watched faithfully on CNN, was dubbed the "trial of the century." And let's face it, it was the trial of the century! It had more media hype and followers than some world religions. People were blown away by the courtroom antics, Simpson's high priced lawyers, called the "Dream Team," and the seemingly endless days of motions and witness lists. It all ended with a single statement from the jury foreman, proclaiming Simpson, "Not guilty."
But that was the twentieth century.
With eleven new felony criminal counts against him in Nevada, will Simpson give the world an encore performance? If this case gets to trial--and it just might--it could be considered the trial of the twenty-first century also. It is sure to have more big name lawyers and a healthy list of wacky witnesses (if what has been on television lately is any preview).
I just can't wait! I love a good scandal. My biggest question is: will O.J. be found "not guilty" again? (I think he can do it!)
Simpson's first trial, which I watched faithfully on CNN, was dubbed the "trial of the century." And let's face it, it was the trial of the century! It had more media hype and followers than some world religions. People were blown away by the courtroom antics, Simpson's high priced lawyers, called the "Dream Team," and the seemingly endless days of motions and witness lists. It all ended with a single statement from the jury foreman, proclaiming Simpson, "Not guilty."
But that was the twentieth century.
With eleven new felony criminal counts against him in Nevada, will Simpson give the world an encore performance? If this case gets to trial--and it just might--it could be considered the trial of the twenty-first century also. It is sure to have more big name lawyers and a healthy list of wacky witnesses (if what has been on television lately is any preview).
I just can't wait! I love a good scandal. My biggest question is: will O.J. be found "not guilty" again? (I think he can do it!)
O.J. free on bail
O.J. Simpson was released today after posting a $125,000 bail.
In addition to the bail, he had to surrender his passport, but he was free to return to his Florida home, and travel within the United States.
A new O.J. saga begins...
In addition to the bail, he had to surrender his passport, but he was free to return to his Florida home, and travel within the United States.
A new O.J. saga begins...
Tuesday, September 18, 2007
Will the charges stick?
Tomorrow morning, O.J. Simpson will face a judge for the first time resulting from his violent tirade in a Las Vegas hotel room.
The prosecution has added new charges, earlier today, against Simpson since the initial filing. There are now eleven counts on file for him. They include: two counts of first-degree kidnapping with use of a deadly weapon; two counts of robbery with a deadly weapon; and two counts of assault with a deadly weapon.
It now remains to be seen if O.J. can obtain bail. His lawyer, Yale Galanter, believes that it will be possible to "impeach" the prosecution's case, and perhaps get the charges reduced--or even dropped--considering the collective criminal pasts of the witnesses and their inconsistent recollections.
The prosecution has added new charges, earlier today, against Simpson since the initial filing. There are now eleven counts on file for him. They include: two counts of first-degree kidnapping with use of a deadly weapon; two counts of robbery with a deadly weapon; and two counts of assault with a deadly weapon.
It now remains to be seen if O.J. can obtain bail. His lawyer, Yale Galanter, believes that it will be possible to "impeach" the prosecution's case, and perhaps get the charges reduced--or even dropped--considering the collective criminal pasts of the witnesses and their inconsistent recollections.
Monday, September 17, 2007
Bush is a dick, according to Mexican president
Former Mexican president, Vicente Fox, in his new autobiography, Revolution of Hope, described George W. Bush as the "cockiest guy" he had ever met. He went on to criticize Bush's policies in Iraq and immigration.
Sounds about right!
Sounds about right!
Clinton advocates universal healthcare
In a developed nation, like the United States, where tens-of-millions of people are uninsured, including 8.3 million children, it seems abhorrent to say that the United States Constitution would not require that all citizens receive access to basic healthcare, especially when the federal government has the means to supply it.
Hillary Clinton has advocated that it would take $110 billion to perform this feat. The money could be taken from another source, such as the the perpetual war in Iraq, and used to provide every American with access to healthcare. Instead of spending that money to shatter families and destroy the lives of individuals--such as by killing them and enabling terrorism--it can be used to save lives and better our nation's overall health.
Hillary Clinton has advocated that it would take $110 billion to perform this feat. The money could be taken from another source, such as the the perpetual war in Iraq, and used to provide every American with access to healthcare. Instead of spending that money to shatter families and destroy the lives of individuals--such as by killing them and enabling terrorism--it can be used to save lives and better our nation's overall health.
Bush makes his decision
After leaving everyone to wonder over the weekend, George W. Bush has made it official--he has nominated former United States federal judge, Michael Mukasey, for attorney general of the United States.
It would seem that Mukasey may be a bit more moderate on the surface. While on the bench for the New York Southern District, he granted Jose Padilla access to counsel, after strenuous opposition from the Justice Department, under direction from former attorney general, John Ashcroft. That is a 180-degree change in course for the Bush administration.
Perhaps, Judge Mukasey will act as a legitimate conduit between George W. Bush and the Constitution. It would be refreshing to see an attorney general behave as a custodian of the Constitution, rather than behave as if it is simply another barrier to the Bush mantra of "business as usual."
It would seem that Mukasey may be a bit more moderate on the surface. While on the bench for the New York Southern District, he granted Jose Padilla access to counsel, after strenuous opposition from the Justice Department, under direction from former attorney general, John Ashcroft. That is a 180-degree change in course for the Bush administration.
Perhaps, Judge Mukasey will act as a legitimate conduit between George W. Bush and the Constitution. It would be refreshing to see an attorney general behave as a custodian of the Constitution, rather than behave as if it is simply another barrier to the Bush mantra of "business as usual."
Sunday, September 16, 2007
Michael Mukasey
Michael Mukasey, a former United States federal judge, has accepted George W. Bush's nomination as the replacement for Alberto Gonzales as attorney general.
I suppose we should find out who this person is exactly!
I suppose we should find out who this person is exactly!
O.J.: "If the glove does not fit then you must acquit, again!"
In Las Vegas, O.J. Simpson was arrested for charges stemming from his attempt to "repossess" items that he allege belong to him. The actual charges include at least three felonies: robbery with a deadly weapon, conspiracy to commit robbery, and burglary with a firearm, all of which are felonies in Nevada.
Citing a non-responsive police force, since his run-in with police over the death of his wife and Ron Goldman in 1994, Simpson decided to take the law into his own hands and form an impromptu posse at the casino to get his things back, which included his Hall of Fame certificate.
There has been no word yet if former counsel, Johnnie Cochran, can be resurrected to defend O.J. from his new legal worries; however, I am sure that former co-counsel, Robert Shapiro and F. Lee Bailey, are ready to defend him.
Citing a non-responsive police force, since his run-in with police over the death of his wife and Ron Goldman in 1994, Simpson decided to take the law into his own hands and form an impromptu posse at the casino to get his things back, which included his Hall of Fame certificate.
There has been no word yet if former counsel, Johnnie Cochran, can be resurrected to defend O.J. from his new legal worries; however, I am sure that former co-counsel, Robert Shapiro and F. Lee Bailey, are ready to defend him.
Saturday, September 15, 2007
General Wesley Clark endorses Hillary Clinton
Former 2004 presidential candidate, General Wesley K. Clark, has endorsed Senator Hillary Clinton for president in 2008.
Hillary for President
Who will replace Gonzales?
With Alberto Gonzales now out of the Justice Department, who is Bush looking to as a replacement for one of the most infamous attorney generals in the history of our country?
One candidate is a former United States federal judge, from southern New York state, who was put on the bench by President Reagan in 1986.
The Senate will not accept a carbon copy of Alberto Gonzales. They made that mistake before, and are unlikely to do it again. It is imperative that senators look at all angles of the candidate that Bush sends to them for confirmation hearings. They must be tough and partisan; considering, we know Bush was tough and partisan when he selected the nominee.
The White House says wait until next week for the nomination of a replacement for Gonzales.
One candidate is a former United States federal judge, from southern New York state, who was put on the bench by President Reagan in 1986.
The Senate will not accept a carbon copy of Alberto Gonzales. They made that mistake before, and are unlikely to do it again. It is imperative that senators look at all angles of the candidate that Bush sends to them for confirmation hearings. They must be tough and partisan; considering, we know Bush was tough and partisan when he selected the nominee.
The White House says wait until next week for the nomination of a replacement for Gonzales.
Friday, September 14, 2007
Are we taking turns now?
According to Barack Obama's wife, Michelle, it is not Hillary Clinton's "turn to be president."
I find it disturbing that any American would feel as if certain individuals are endowed somehow to have a turn at the nation's most prestigious political office.
Perhaps, Mrs. Obama feels as if her husband should have his turn now. Let's understand one thing. It is not about whose turn it is to be president. It's about who can lead this country from the abyss to which George W. Bush has walked us like little sheep.
That someone is Hillary Clinton!
I find it disturbing that any American would feel as if certain individuals are endowed somehow to have a turn at the nation's most prestigious political office.
Perhaps, Mrs. Obama feels as if her husband should have his turn now. Let's understand one thing. It is not about whose turn it is to be president. It's about who can lead this country from the abyss to which George W. Bush has walked us like little sheep.
That someone is Hillary Clinton!
Thursday, September 13, 2007
Hillary is going to write Bush a blank check?
That's crazy talk!
Republican Rudy Giuliani, in a futile effort to grasp at a few straws to fend off former Tennessee senator, Fred Thompson, has accused Senator Hillary Clinton of being too hard on Bush frontman, General Petraeus.
Aw!
I'm so sorry to hear that Giuliani is such a Bush follower that he can't see beyond the drivel that General Petraeus was spewing before Congress this past week. Who cares if he is the biggest patriot in the history of the United States? That does little to change the facts.
Let's get real, America. Let's see beyond the spin so that we can understand what is going on in our government.
Republican Rudy Giuliani, in a futile effort to grasp at a few straws to fend off former Tennessee senator, Fred Thompson, has accused Senator Hillary Clinton of being too hard on Bush frontman, General Petraeus.
Aw!
I'm so sorry to hear that Giuliani is such a Bush follower that he can't see beyond the drivel that General Petraeus was spewing before Congress this past week. Who cares if he is the biggest patriot in the history of the United States? That does little to change the facts.
Let's get real, America. Let's see beyond the spin so that we can understand what is going on in our government.
Wednesday, September 12, 2007
Senator Hillary Clinton calls President Bush out on Iraq
After this week's testimony before Congress, by General David Petraeus and Ambassador Ryan Crocker, about the situation in Iraq, Senator Clinton has forwarded a letter to the president, in hopes that his national Thursday night address to the American people will be honest and open about the situation in Iraq.
Dear Mr. President:
As you prepare to address the nation tomorrow, I write to request that you seize the opportunity and offer the American people a candid assessment of the challenges that we continue to face in Iraq and offer a change in course to your failing strategy.
Over the past two days, General David Petraeus and Ambassador Ryan Crocker have testified before Congress about the current situation in Iraq. General Petraeus and Ambassador Crocker both have long and distinguished careers in service to our nation and in their testimony, they tried to put the best possible face on the difficult situation that we confront in Iraq.
In their testimony, however, General Petraeus and Ambassador Crocker could not mask the fact that the ostensible goal for increasing U.S. troops in Iraq earlier this year - to create the "space" for Iraqi political reconciliation - has not been met. And indeed, serious concerns have been raised about many of the metrics cited by General Petraeus and Ambassador Crocker in support of their assertion that progress is being made in Iraq.
General Petraeus testified that he has proposed a decrease of five combat brigades in Iraq by July/August 2008 and press reports have suggested that you plan to announce your acceptance of this recommendation when you address the nation tomorrow evening. However, if completed, these troop reductions would merely bring troop levels in Iraq back to the levels before you announced the "surge" in January of this year. Moreover, as was discussed during General Petraeus's testimony, troop levels in Iraq must decrease by this amount in order to avoid extending Army deployments beyond 15 months and straining our military even further.
What you are planning to tell the American people tomorrow night is that one year from now, there will be the same number of troops in Iraq as there were one year ago. Mr. President, that is simply too little too late, and unacceptable to this Congress, and to the American people who have made clear their strong desire to bring our troops home, and end this war.
As Commander-in-Chief you have the authority and ability to greatly accelerate the redeployment of U.S. forces from Iraq, and to bring so many more troops home so much faster. I strongly urge you to choose this course of action.
Mr. President, it has been nearly four and a half years since you landed on an aircraft carrier and stood before the American people under a banner that read "Mission Accomplished." Do not repeat that mistake on Thursday night. Do not misrepresent the facts about the situation on the ground. And do not portray an unavoidable reduction in U.S. troops to pre-surge levels that would occur anyway as a marker of success. Be candid with the American people. They deserve it.
Thank you for your consideration
Sincerely yours,
Hillary Rodham Clinton
Dear Mr. President:
As you prepare to address the nation tomorrow, I write to request that you seize the opportunity and offer the American people a candid assessment of the challenges that we continue to face in Iraq and offer a change in course to your failing strategy.
Over the past two days, General David Petraeus and Ambassador Ryan Crocker have testified before Congress about the current situation in Iraq. General Petraeus and Ambassador Crocker both have long and distinguished careers in service to our nation and in their testimony, they tried to put the best possible face on the difficult situation that we confront in Iraq.
In their testimony, however, General Petraeus and Ambassador Crocker could not mask the fact that the ostensible goal for increasing U.S. troops in Iraq earlier this year - to create the "space" for Iraqi political reconciliation - has not been met. And indeed, serious concerns have been raised about many of the metrics cited by General Petraeus and Ambassador Crocker in support of their assertion that progress is being made in Iraq.
General Petraeus testified that he has proposed a decrease of five combat brigades in Iraq by July/August 2008 and press reports have suggested that you plan to announce your acceptance of this recommendation when you address the nation tomorrow evening. However, if completed, these troop reductions would merely bring troop levels in Iraq back to the levels before you announced the "surge" in January of this year. Moreover, as was discussed during General Petraeus's testimony, troop levels in Iraq must decrease by this amount in order to avoid extending Army deployments beyond 15 months and straining our military even further.
What you are planning to tell the American people tomorrow night is that one year from now, there will be the same number of troops in Iraq as there were one year ago. Mr. President, that is simply too little too late, and unacceptable to this Congress, and to the American people who have made clear their strong desire to bring our troops home, and end this war.
As Commander-in-Chief you have the authority and ability to greatly accelerate the redeployment of U.S. forces from Iraq, and to bring so many more troops home so much faster. I strongly urge you to choose this course of action.
Mr. President, it has been nearly four and a half years since you landed on an aircraft carrier and stood before the American people under a banner that read "Mission Accomplished." Do not repeat that mistake on Thursday night. Do not misrepresent the facts about the situation on the ground. And do not portray an unavoidable reduction in U.S. troops to pre-surge levels that would occur anyway as a marker of success. Be candid with the American people. They deserve it.
Thank you for your consideration
Sincerely yours,
Hillary Rodham Clinton
Humberto
A new tropical storm has formed in the Gulf of Mexico today.
Tropical storm Humberto had winds of up to 45 miles an hour, which is is about 39 miles an hour shy of becoming a hurricane.
The most forecasters see arising out of this tropical disturbance is lots of rain for the areas surrounding the Gulf of Mexico.
Tropical storm Humberto had winds of up to 45 miles an hour, which is is about 39 miles an hour shy of becoming a hurricane.
The most forecasters see arising out of this tropical disturbance is lots of rain for the areas surrounding the Gulf of Mexico.
Tuesday, September 11, 2007
Nawaz Sharif
After defying President Pervez Musharraf's decree that he not return to Pakistan for ten years, Nawaz Sharif, the former prime minister of Pakistan, returned to a semi-warm reunion, three years shy of his ten year exile's expiration.
Although, it would seem such a homecoming would be warm and happy, it was anything but that. Sharif was arrested at the airport and then detained for several hours. Eventually, he was placed back on a plane and sent back to his place of exile, Saudi Arabia.
Sharif's attorneys have taken his fight to the nation's supreme court. The supreme court had already issued an opinion that Sharif had an "inalienable right" to return to Pakistan, despite President Musharraf's orders.
Although, it would seem such a homecoming would be warm and happy, it was anything but that. Sharif was arrested at the airport and then detained for several hours. Eventually, he was placed back on a plane and sent back to his place of exile, Saudi Arabia.
Sharif's attorneys have taken his fight to the nation's supreme court. The supreme court had already issued an opinion that Sharif had an "inalienable right" to return to Pakistan, despite President Musharraf's orders.
Monday, September 10, 2007
General Petraeus testifies before Congress
On the heels of the upcoming so-called Iraq report card, General David Petraeus has come to testify before Congress on the Iraq safety issue.
Many groups, such as moveon.org, have characterized the slant that Petraeus is portraying as being kind to the Bush administration. There are many groups, in Iraq, that find the information contained in the report is also biased and not wholly truthful.
I suspect that the reality lies somewhere in the realm of marking the report as carelessly untruthful. Is that a lie, on the part of General Petraeus, and the information the Iraq report card contains?
Yes.
Many groups, such as moveon.org, have characterized the slant that Petraeus is portraying as being kind to the Bush administration. There are many groups, in Iraq, that find the information contained in the report is also biased and not wholly truthful.
I suspect that the reality lies somewhere in the realm of marking the report as carelessly untruthful. Is that a lie, on the part of General Petraeus, and the information the Iraq report card contains?
Yes.
Sunday, September 09, 2007
McCanns 'Flee' Portugal
Days after being named possible suspects in the May disappearance of their now-four year old daughter, Madeleine, Gerry and Kate McCann, have returned to their home in the United Kingdom.
The parents claim that their daughter, who was sleeping in the family's apartment, disappeared while they were out eating. The family also has two-year-old twins, who were in the apartment at the time, but they did not go missing.
The McCanns vowed to stay in Portugal to find their daughter, but seemingly changed their minds after the Portuguese authorities began to treat them as official suspects in their daughter's disappearance.
The parents claim that their daughter, who was sleeping in the family's apartment, disappeared while they were out eating. The family also has two-year-old twins, who were in the apartment at the time, but they did not go missing.
The McCanns vowed to stay in Portugal to find their daughter, but seemingly changed their minds after the Portuguese authorities began to treat them as official suspects in their daughter's disappearance.
Gabrielle comes a-knockin'
Today, Tropical Storm Gabrielle is set to make land fall along the Outer Banks of North Carolina.
With winds around 50-mph, the storm is set to dump up to three inches of rain along the Atlantic seaboard, from North Carolina through Virginia.
With all of our drought, perhaps the storm will make its way across the Appalachian Mountains and bring some much needed rain to the Ohio River Valley.
With winds around 50-mph, the storm is set to dump up to three inches of rain along the Atlantic seaboard, from North Carolina through Virginia.
With all of our drought, perhaps the storm will make its way across the Appalachian Mountains and bring some much needed rain to the Ohio River Valley.
First Lady has delicate surgery
After "straining too hard," while on a springtime hike, in Utah, First Lady Laura W. Bush underwent a seemingly delicate procedure at the George Washington University Hospital, yesterday.
Officially, the record shows that she had a pinched nerve repaired, in a procedure called a posterior cervical foraminotomy.
Unofficially, a second glance at the first lady's medical chart reveals that she had thrombosed hemorrhoids removed.
George W. Bush, en route from Australia to the United States, via Air Force One, was made aware of his wife's situation. President Bush stated, "My wife's classified condition will not deter America from completing its mission in Iraq."
Luckily, whatever the original medical condition, she is reportedly "resting comfortably"--on her stomach--at the hospital.
Officially, the record shows that she had a pinched nerve repaired, in a procedure called a posterior cervical foraminotomy.
Unofficially, a second glance at the first lady's medical chart reveals that she had thrombosed hemorrhoids removed.
George W. Bush, en route from Australia to the United States, via Air Force One, was made aware of his wife's situation. President Bush stated, "My wife's classified condition will not deter America from completing its mission in Iraq."
Luckily, whatever the original medical condition, she is reportedly "resting comfortably"--on her stomach--at the hospital.
Friday, September 07, 2007
Coca-Cola
Today, I was enjoying a can of Coca-Cola, which doesn't happen very often. As I was drinking it, I just realized how unassuming the can was itself.
It was a bit refreshing (pardon the pun) to see something that hasn't been changed, like the Coca-Cola can design.
Unlike Pepsi, however, Coke hasn't worked over-time to revamp its image. Recently, for some odd reason, Pepsi finds it necessary to change the design of its product can periodically, which makes it a bit difficult to identify what you are drinking, unless you look very closely.
I want to thank Coca-Cola for giving me a simple product that is not pretentious. It simply sells itself, based on its record and its visibility. Indeed, that is a good thing!
It was a bit refreshing (pardon the pun) to see something that hasn't been changed, like the Coca-Cola can design.
Unlike Pepsi, however, Coke hasn't worked over-time to revamp its image. Recently, for some odd reason, Pepsi finds it necessary to change the design of its product can periodically, which makes it a bit difficult to identify what you are drinking, unless you look very closely.
I want to thank Coca-Cola for giving me a simple product that is not pretentious. It simply sells itself, based on its record and its visibility. Indeed, that is a good thing!
Thursday, September 06, 2007
Tuesday, September 04, 2007
To those reading...
It would seem that user126, at the law firm of Sutherland, Asbill & Brennan, LLP, has been spending some time checking out my blog.
Hmmmm....I'm not sure really why, however. I did make a comment about Senator Larry Craig (R-ID) and how this firm is now representing his case; specifically, Billy Martin.
Just for those who are looking to stir up some First Amendment trouble, let me break it down for you.
My family is managing partners in one of the top five law firms in Kentucky, Indiana and Tennessee (my grandfather was one of the founding partners). My father, including my fascist aunts, will bury you in so much frivolously substantive litigation, from now until the end of time, that you'll puke your guts out, and they won't even bat an eye all the while. You'll beg for mercy, but there won't be any to be found.
For starters, I won't settle for anything less that four partners and ten associates working on my case--around the clock--until I see justice served. And, remember, justice can be a fickle whore, who works very, very slowly.
Can your firm really afford to combat me?
Hmmmm....I'm not sure really why, however. I did make a comment about Senator Larry Craig (R-ID) and how this firm is now representing his case; specifically, Billy Martin.
Just for those who are looking to stir up some First Amendment trouble, let me break it down for you.
My family is managing partners in one of the top five law firms in Kentucky, Indiana and Tennessee (my grandfather was one of the founding partners). My father, including my fascist aunts, will bury you in so much frivolously substantive litigation, from now until the end of time, that you'll puke your guts out, and they won't even bat an eye all the while. You'll beg for mercy, but there won't be any to be found.
For starters, I won't settle for anything less that four partners and ten associates working on my case--around the clock--until I see justice served. And, remember, justice can be a fickle whore, who works very, very slowly.
Can your firm really afford to combat me?
I like this hair, but...
Phil Spector has been on trial for allegedly murdering fellow Thespian, Lana Clarkson, at his California home.
I admit I haven't been following the trial too closely (in fact, none at all). I was taken by the report on how defendants' dress, and general appearance, can have an impact on a jury.
Apparently, Mr. Spector has been spending some big bucks on high-end fashion statements and modern hair styling.
I had to admit, I like this hairstyle (and I love the color), but not on a sixty-seven year old man.
Sorry, Charlie.
(I just hope this doesn't turn out to be me one day... not on trial for murder, but being old with the hair.)
Jerk!
In a ribbing by Senator John McCain (R-AZ), he referred to a student at a New Hampshire high school who asked him how he dealt with the idea of being the oldest president to be sworn in as president, if elected, as a "little jerk."
But in fact, McCain would be older than President Ronald Reagan. (Isn't one American president with Alzheimer's Disease enough?)
The debate was summed up very well by another student who retorted with the statement, "I came here looking to see a good leader, I don't."
It is heartening to see that some young people still know what politics are and understand the importance of this presidential election.
But in fact, McCain would be older than President Ronald Reagan. (Isn't one American president with Alzheimer's Disease enough?)
The debate was summed up very well by another student who retorted with the statement, "I came here looking to see a good leader, I don't."
It is heartening to see that some young people still know what politics are and understand the importance of this presidential election.
Monday, September 03, 2007
Gadhafi's kin knows how to party
Mohammed al-Sanussi, who is the nephew of Libyan de facto military ruler, Lt. Colonel Moammar Gadhafi, was charged with attacking two London-area call girls, in November 2006.
The two women allege that they were attacked at Sanussi's home. After a formal inquiry, by the Libyan government, the cases seem to have been resolved, outside of court. The British government stated that it had no impact on the direction of the case.
Furthermore, the two women stated that they seemingly feared for their lives. Perhaps, they believed, they were being followed. In the spirit of self-preservation, they have opted to not participate in the case, which caused it to be terminated.
I'd be getting back to Libya, just to be sure of the situation.
The two women allege that they were attacked at Sanussi's home. After a formal inquiry, by the Libyan government, the cases seem to have been resolved, outside of court. The British government stated that it had no impact on the direction of the case.
Furthermore, the two women stated that they seemingly feared for their lives. Perhaps, they believed, they were being followed. In the spirit of self-preservation, they have opted to not participate in the case, which caused it to be terminated.
I'd be getting back to Libya, just to be sure of the situation.
Labor Day Business
On his third super duper secret trip, George W. Bush has traveled to Iraq again.
Of course, we know that he only went to the so-called "Green Zone," since the rest of Baghdad is much too brutal for him to be out-and-about. If Iraq were safe for democracy, then he could announce his trip beforehand.
Bush says that Iraq is moving steadily toward the principles of democracy, including those infamous benchmarks, that he has advocated since 2003, but his actions--such as traveling secretly and staying in a safety zone--speak much more than his words.
It's time to leave Iraq to the Iraqis. Almost five years is more than enough.
Of course, we know that he only went to the so-called "Green Zone," since the rest of Baghdad is much too brutal for him to be out-and-about. If Iraq were safe for democracy, then he could announce his trip beforehand.
Bush says that Iraq is moving steadily toward the principles of democracy, including those infamous benchmarks, that he has advocated since 2003, but his actions--such as traveling secretly and staying in a safety zone--speak much more than his words.
It's time to leave Iraq to the Iraqis. Almost five years is more than enough.
Sunday, September 02, 2007
North Korea agrees to disable nuke program
In talks with the United States, North Korea has agreed it would disable its nuclear program by the end of this year.
In exchange for the shut down of its program, North Korea will receive oil and other aid. South Korea has already provided 50,000 tons of oil to its neighbor, in July. North Korea hopes to receive 950,000 tons of oil, in all.
This announcement comes at the same time Iran declared it is ratcheting up its nuclear program.
In exchange for the shut down of its program, North Korea will receive oil and other aid. South Korea has already provided 50,000 tons of oil to its neighbor, in July. North Korea hopes to receive 950,000 tons of oil, in all.
This announcement comes at the same time Iran declared it is ratcheting up its nuclear program.
Crandall Canyon Miners Are Out of Time
After almost one month, the rescue efforts to save six trapped coal miners have been ceased.
Seven separate holes were bored into the top of the mine shaft, and none of them returned any sounds or pictures of life.
For some reason, I feel like those miners were probably buried beneath the rubble of the initial collapse. Subsequently, three other individuals were killed after an apparent "mountain bump" caused a portion of the mine to collapse, as they attempted to reach the trapped miners, during rescue operations.
Seven separate holes were bored into the top of the mine shaft, and none of them returned any sounds or pictures of life.
For some reason, I feel like those miners were probably buried beneath the rubble of the initial collapse. Subsequently, three other individuals were killed after an apparent "mountain bump" caused a portion of the mine to collapse, as they attempted to reach the trapped miners, during rescue operations.
Felix means happy
How do they get off naming a hurricane after the Latin word for luck, which is felix?
Today, Felix was upgraded to a category 2 storm, with winds up to 100mph. I doubt the residents of wherever Felix finally pounces will feel very lucky, considering it has already brought torrential rains to the Caribbean.
Today, Felix was upgraded to a category 2 storm, with winds up to 100mph. I doubt the residents of wherever Felix finally pounces will feel very lucky, considering it has already brought torrential rains to the Caribbean.
Karl Rove, "Buh-bye!"
On Friday, after a much anticipated departure, Karl Rove left the White House, for the last time, as a senior political advisor to the president.
It's only too bad he didn't take George W. Bush with him.
It's only too bad he didn't take George W. Bush with him.
Iran reaches nuclear goal
State media, in Iran, announced, via President Mahmoud Ahmadinejad, that Iran has reached a goal of creating 3,000 centrifuge machines t0 aid in the enrichment of uranium.
The United Nations Security Council has warned Iran that it will consider additional sanctions against the country if it continues to disregard Security Council warnings about continuing its nuclear program.
At odds with Ahmadinejad's comments, the International Atomic Energy Agency stated that Iran probably has closer to 2,000 centrifuges (which really doesn't make me feel any better). In addition, there are those who believe that Iran is having a problem balancing the political and technical problems, which has also worked to slow their progress.
The United Nations Security Council has warned Iran that it will consider additional sanctions against the country if it continues to disregard Security Council warnings about continuing its nuclear program.
At odds with Ahmadinejad's comments, the International Atomic Energy Agency stated that Iran probably has closer to 2,000 centrifuges (which really doesn't make me feel any better). In addition, there are those who believe that Iran is having a problem balancing the political and technical problems, which has also worked to slow their progress.
Larry Craig hires attorneys to...ummm....I'm not sure
Larry Craig (R-ID) has hired two high profile attorneys recently to represent him in regards to his lewd conduct in a men's room in Minnesota.
I'm not sure why Craig needs an attorney now. He already pleaded guilty to the charge, and received a sentence. It is hard to believe that he is going to mount an appeal, or something else as equally bogus out of this whole charade.
The funny thing is, one of the lawyers he hired is the same one who represented Michael Vick, Billy Martin (Sutherland, Asbill & Brennan). I guess Mr. Martin is looking for a strange professional resume. He has represented a professional athlete who likes to torture animals. Now he is adding a seeming pervert, who likes to have anonymous sex in the men's room, and subsequently already pleaded guilty to the charge and been sentenced. Yeah, I'd love to have him on my legal team, too. It would make for some interesting stories, nonetheless.
The other attorney, Stan Brand, who previously represented Major League Baseball's congressional investigation for steroid use, will be representing Senator Craig in regards to issues surrounding the investigation of the Senate Ethics Committee.
It sounds like a challenge for all involved.
I'm not sure why Craig needs an attorney now. He already pleaded guilty to the charge, and received a sentence. It is hard to believe that he is going to mount an appeal, or something else as equally bogus out of this whole charade.
The funny thing is, one of the lawyers he hired is the same one who represented Michael Vick, Billy Martin (Sutherland, Asbill & Brennan). I guess Mr. Martin is looking for a strange professional resume. He has represented a professional athlete who likes to torture animals. Now he is adding a seeming pervert, who likes to have anonymous sex in the men's room, and subsequently already pleaded guilty to the charge and been sentenced. Yeah, I'd love to have him on my legal team, too. It would make for some interesting stories, nonetheless.
The other attorney, Stan Brand, who previously represented Major League Baseball's congressional investigation for steroid use, will be representing Senator Craig in regards to issues surrounding the investigation of the Senate Ethics Committee.
It sounds like a challenge for all involved.
Saturday, September 01, 2007
It's Official
Senator Larry Craig (R-ID) has announced that he plans on resigning from the United States Senate on September 30, 2007.
So what he is really trying to say is, "I'll resign if I want to do it." In other words, he'll give it a month and see how the poll numbers look in Idaho for his re-election campaign coming up in 2008.
In the mean time, he is going to "fight [his guilty plea] like hell."
I say, good luck to you, Senator. In the final assessment, it just gives another Democrat a seat in the Senate.
So what he is really trying to say is, "I'll resign if I want to do it." In other words, he'll give it a month and see how the poll numbers look in Idaho for his re-election campaign coming up in 2008.
In the mean time, he is going to "fight [his guilty plea] like hell."
I say, good luck to you, Senator. In the final assessment, it just gives another Democrat a seat in the Senate.
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