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Tim James campaign commercial #3

April 22nd, 2010 · 4 Comments

Estoy comenzando a creer que este compañero de Tim James es un regalo verdadero.

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Tags: language · politics

Tim James campaign commercial #2

April 20th, 2010 · 2 Comments

It is riveting for the body language alone: James inexplicably pauses twice and stares at the ground.

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Tags: politics · TV

Things I’ve Learned from The Intellectual Devotional

March 2nd, 2010 · No Comments

Before devoting himself to psychology, Freud conducted zoological research and is credited with discovering testicles in eels.

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Tags: books · history · music · politics

Keith Olberman on “Life Panels”

February 26th, 2010 · No Comments

Wednesday night’s Countdown with Keith Olbermann featured a special commentary by Olbermann on the current health care debate, informed by the experiences he has had surrounding his father’s recent illnesses.

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Tags: ideas · politics · TV

George Wallace: Our Kind of Man

January 29th, 2010 · 1 Comment

I found this small political advertisement (it’s the size of a business card) at a local antique mall that is, sadly, going out of business.

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Tags: politics

Birmingham News endorses Patrick Cooper for mayor

January 17th, 2010 · No Comments

This morning’s Birmingham News editorial page features an endorsement for the mayoral election to be held on Tuesday, January 19th.

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Tags: politics

Imaginary Palin Interview

November 18th, 2009 · No Comments

“Do you view yourself as an independent?” she was asked. “Well, I titled my book after an SNL skit, and they’re kinda indie, so…yeah.”  – Written by @EdBankson.

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Tags: CNFtweet · politics

Matthews vs. Harris

November 18th, 2009 · No Comments

The host lambasted his guest for pronouncing Cheney as “chainie” and not “cheenie.” Even so, he said, “you’re more sane then not.” – Written by @Ralphley.  Based on an episode of Hardball with Chris Matthews from 17 November 2009, in which Matthews converses with Republican Party strategist Todd Harris.

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Langford’s Weighty Mantle

November 11th, 2009 · No Comments

The crown of the city felt big on his head, but when he examined its fit in the mirror, he saw possibilities for growth. (detail from front cover of Birmingham Weekly, November 5-12, 2009)

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Langford Trial: Post-Verdict Clearinghouse

October 28th, 2009 · 1 Comment

Links to the first available news reports and video from the Larry Langford trial.

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Tags: politics · TV