Tuesday August 23, 2005

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Pro-war and anti-war protestors clashed down in Texas after Bush supporters became jealous of Camp Casey and all the attention they’ve been getting. The pro-Bush camp seemed anxious to show off just how thoroughly brainwashed they’ve become, and proceeded to demonstrate that quality by spouting inane comments like: “You’re ruining morale over there!” I was proud to see that 57% of NewsNet5 survey respondents believe Camp Casey to be aligned with their view on the war. That survey was comprised of over 17,000 people - and with the number of Bush/Cheney stickers on SUV’s around here - that’s awesome.

Bush kicked off his speech tour by reminding us that we are honoring our lost soliders by continuing to fight the war in Iraq. I would love to know how we’re honoring people by perpetuating a war that never had a goal, and serves no purpose except to line the pockets of defense contractors and oil tycoons. The really infuriating thing about Bush and this war is his continued practice of talking to America like we’re three-year-olds. What makes this tactic even more obnoxious is that it’s still working on about 40% of the population.

A writer for the Jerusalem post says that Bush must face the facts: Iraq is no longer a state. The divisions are too sharp, and the damage too thorough. However, asking Bush to face any fact that he doesn’t want to has proven to be an act of futility. He’s clearly living in a fantasy land, clinging dearly to his beloved conflict, even while it sinks deeper into chaos. I hope to look back on this deplorable 8-year stint someday and laugh, knowing that justice was finally served to Bush in the form of life in prison without parole. Even better would be if it were a foreign prison, with lots of sadistic guards.

Google is supposedly planning an instant messenger client of their own. Just a week or so ago, they were denying the rumors, but apparently it’ll be a competitor of Skype - an IM service that has voice capability as well. I’m still using Trillian, which combines AIM, MSN, Yahoo, ICQ, and IRC all together. I only use 3 of those, but it’s nice to have it all contained in one window. I don’t see myself using any new instant messaging services in the future, but I’m sure Google’s will be cool.

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Monday August 22, 2005

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Friday August 19, 2005

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This will be my first attempt at using the new Blogger tool that allows you to publish directly from Microsoft Word! Let’s see how she runs.

A Republican Senator has said that “the White House” is disconnected from reality and losing the war [in Iraq]. In addition, he says Bush should have met with Cindy Sheehan right away, because her concerns are valid. Hey man, that’s really noble of you. This same Senator, Chuck Hagel of Nebraska, also says he agrees with Bush in not setting a timetable for troop withdrawals. Oh well, ya can’t have yer cake and eat it, too.

Ms. Sheehan had to leave Camp Casey to be with her mother, who just had a stroke. She says she’s hoping to return in 24 to 48 hours, depending on her condition. The rest of the protesters aren’t going anywhere, and are confident she’ll be right back.

The conservative public policy group ‘The Ohio Roundtable’ is calling for Governor Taft’s resignation. According to our state constitution, any misdemeanor is an impeachable offense, so - Hey Bobby, get out! You heard me mister, pack your shit up and go! (77% of NewstNet5 respondents agree.)

Just for reference, a table of gas prices around the world. Damn, if you’re really attached to your vintage Mustang, ya might wanna take that thing down to Venezuela!

National Geographic is running their new issue without a cover photo, for the first time since 1988. The issue is all about Africa, which the new editor felt was impossible to summarize with just one photo. Eh, I dunno, that’s somewhat interesting, right?

For whatever reason, Intel has chosen Cleveland to participate in its Worldwide Digital Communities program, which provides wireless Internet access on a large scale. Here’s the lame part, though: for at least 3 to 5 years, the service will only be for city workers, and plans for delivering wi-fi to the general public are vague at best. All I really have to say about this is “wake me up when the good part comes”.

Remember the open letter to the Kansas State School Board, where the author expressed his concerns that, in addition to teaching Intelligent Design theory, his theory of the origins of the universe – The Giant Spaghetti Monster – should also be taught? Well, this fake religion seems to be catching on.

SomethingAwful’s Photoshop Phriday this week is Signs Of Our Times – aka fake road signs. Pretty funny.

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Thursday August 18, 2005

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I thought you all would enjoy this. Courtesy of the Cleveland Free Times.

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Cindy Sheehan is still at it, and has now begun (I think?) a hunger strike. Drudge Report has posted a piece with some of her more abrasive quotes - and here’s just a couple:

“The biggest terrorist in the world is George W. Bush.”
“The whole world is damaged. Our humanity is damaged. If he thinks that it’s so important for Iraq to have a U.S.-imposed sense of freedom and democracy, then he needs to sign up his two little party-animal girls. They need to go to this war.”

I’ll let you read the rest for yourself. Also, here’s a video interview with Cindy and another grieving mother, who are both down in Texas, protesting.

Most of you know that I haven’t agreed with anything Bush has done since he entered the oval office. Yet somehow he has come to a conclusion that not only defies logic, but seemingly lacks any devious alterior motive as well! This is stupidity on an unprecedented level. Recently, the idea of having a .xxx top-level domain strictly for porn sites was proposed. Not only would this create a perfect reference point for separating porn from the rest of the net, and thereby give IT professionals a platform for creating parent filters that actually work, but it would remove the chance that someone could accidentally stumble upon pornography when looking for something else. However, Bush is against the idea. If you just smacked your forehead, you are not alone. I have to add a disclaimer here, though - the use of the suffix would be optional, as of now. Still, Bush’s argument is that the creation of a .xxx top-level domain would create “a virtual red light district”. This is absolute, concrete proof that GW has never been on the Internet. Bushie, do you have ANY IDEA how much porn is on the net right now?! It’s a $12 billion dollar industry! You have got to be fucking kidding me. Here’s where it gets just a little creepy… some conservative groups worry that such a move would “legitimize” pornographers. I find myself translating that to: “in the coming war against our idea of indecency, this would be a roadblock we don’t want to encounter.”

40% of Mexicans want to move to the US. Hey, fuck this, let’s just open the border and call it Amerimexico!

A new invention called LifeStraw could change the world dramatically. Using several sophisticated filters, you can literally suck from a dirty river and wind up drinking purified water! Even more amazing is that it will supposedly work for a year and only cost $2!!! I would like to echo the author’s sentiment urging Bil & Melinda Gates to take a look at sending these all over the world once they’re available. Finally, some technology that actually helps humanity. This is the kind of thing I like to see.

Here’s an idea that’s so bizarre that I find myself wondering if I’m still dreaming. Some researchers here in the US would like to re-introduce animals such as elephants, cheetahs, lions, camels, and antelope into the American great plains! You really have to see the hilarious accompanying picture to appreciate the concept. They assure everyone that they won’t just dump them out in random locations without keeping tabs on them, but I don’t see any details as to how or if they’d be contained. Shit, I’d rather have them uncontained. Imagine how interesting the news would be if a hungry lion got into a shopping mall!

You can chalk up a small victory for America’s waistlines and general health, after a US beverage trade group has agreed not to sell soft drinks in school vending machines. As the students get older, there will still be other options to choose from, but for the elementary students, only water and products with 100% juice will be allowed. Fantastic!

Ohio Governor Bob Taft is now our first governor to be criminally charged while in office. Allegations of shady bookkeeping - failing to report gifts he’d received - are going to land his ass in court. I’m certain this is some comeuppance being served. This story has a personal connection to yours truly though, as my mom was recently telling me that my aunt and uncle had invited that schmuck out to their country club, and so I’m wondering if some of their gifts aren’t part of this lawsuit!

Evangelical Scientists Refute Gravity With New “Intelligent Falling” Theory.

Iraqi Cop Moonlighting As Terrorist Just To Make Ends Meet.

The Onion RULES!

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is any of this true? beetles? ignorant old men?
let’s get the hell out; they’re bleeding us.

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Wednesday August 17, 2005

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