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Archives: February 22, 2011

It couldn't happen in America.

Jesus tied his ass to a tree and walked a mile...

Sometimes.....

Bringing Home 150 Troops from Afghanistan Would Fix Wisconsin’s Budget “Crisis”

NYT: Republicans improving Democratic odds in 2012.

I think Walker needs to hear about what kind of a non-caring, discompassionate

"Major Jolloud" by Robert X Cringely

"Major Jolloud" by Robert X Cringely

BBC: Col. Gaddafi knocked off State TV

Strong quake hits New Zealand (Christchurch))

Strong quake hits New Zealand (Christchurch))

The United States Economy: One Massive Ponzi Scheme?

Has Walker asked for management pay reductions?

Even If You Hate Unions You Should Oppose Gov. Scott Walker: Budget Puts Wisconsin at Risk of Major

have republicans uttered the word 'JOBS' since the shellacking?

And it goes on...

And it goes on...

Florida Senator files bill to defund public employee unions.

BBC reports Col. GAddafi knocked off State TV

Why We Need Unions

Dear Libyan Military:

Shut 'er down, huh?

ActBlue Raises $279,000 (so far) For Wis. Senate Dems

Destroying Worker's Rights for Corporate Tax Cuts

Destroying Worker's Rights for Corporate Tax Cuts

Shhhhhh...don't tell the Kochthuglicans...

Someone is listening

First of all, this is the People's house, not the Governor's...

Remember Bush 2004 State Of The Union---Qadhafi was His BFF

Giffords wishes husband happy birthday on Twitter

You see, what they didn't figure is that freedom spreads faster than VD.

You see, what they didn't figure is that freedom spreads faster than VD.

Barcode-to-Bibliography App Makes College Ridiculously Easy

Barcode-to-Bibliography App Makes College Ridiculously Easy

Melvin Levine child expert from Oprah show commits suicide after pedophilia charges!!

Fighting the 5 Fascisms in Wisconsin and Ohio

In many ways Gaddafi reminds me of Saddam Hussein

What do Governor Scott Walker and Governor Jan Brewer have in common?

Got to say Walker has revived the Union movement in America

History repeating itself? Reading "The Plot to Seize the Whitehouse"

Brief, bizarre Qaddafi appearance (with umbrella) on Libyan TV tonight

Thank God! Rachael is on!

There Is Power In A Union....

Tennessee teachers fight bill to end collective bargaining

On Friday, we rally in solidarity with Wisconsin.

One More Job Lost in the Recession: The Mayor’s (Central Falls, RI)

Libyan leader Muammar Gaddafi appears on state TV

Incredibly moving photos/ portraits of primates.

Tea Partiers gone wild!

Faux News Slogan Contest -Win a cool political T-shirt

FAUX Caught Red Handed Doctoring The News.

Clarence Thomas, For FIVE years he has not asked ONE question!

Big earthquake in New Zealand

#wiunion still trending #2 in US twitter

Diane Ravitch: "Too much is at stake. Don't agonize, organize."

Any polling yet on how WI residents feel

Heads up, Florida. SB 830, introduced by Jeb Bush operative John Thrasher, to weaken unions.

Heads up, Florida. SB 830, introduced by Jeb Bush operative John Thrasher, to weaken unions.

This list of teacher's salaries is supposed to make me resent teachers?

An Open Letter to Journalists From Gasland Director Josh Fox in Response to Attacks by Gas Industry

Wonder if the President of the World will visit Wisconsin.......nt

If the government shuts down the rw's will blame it on the

on a lighter note - DU's recent success with a fundraiser

Solidarity in Raleigh today (pictures)

Shirley Phelps-Roper: Lack of spanking to blame for ‘Anonymous’ hackers

UN Security Council to hold closed-door meeting on Libya. More soon...

Protests take varied forms in schools, streets of Northwoods

Thank You, Scott Walker

live TV feed from New Zealand for those interested in the quake aftermath....

From Cairo to Madison, some pizza

Janitors in Helmsley Building Pay Higher Tax Rates Than Millionaire Residents

Latest assault on women's rights via Move-On

A note from Wisconsin State Sen. Chris Larson

Minnesota legislators put forth anti-worker agenda (while lowering corp tax rates)

Reuters VIDEO: New Zealand Rocked By Quake ("Toppling Buildings, 'Multiple Fataliities'")

Walking Into the Wind

Shit! ... The CEO of Teach For America is on Charlie Rose tonight.

Thank you Anonymous.

Do you have evidence of Pentagon/DoD waste that you can share?

Wisconsin senators living day-to-day south of border

All this talk from the GOP about "cutting spending"

Corporate Money Behind Threat To Wisconsin Unions- GritTV Special

Our local Public Television station is running an ad about the proposed repubican cuts

Libyan military widely regarded as murderous thugs

What Happened To The Ed Show Tonight?.....

KKK members out recruiting in Park Hills, Missouri - in white robes

Palin voice makes Adult Swim cartoon character.

The waters are rising and the Trolls

Pentagon aide 'was killed by hitman' claims distraught widow

AP corrects its error on Wisconsin benefit reductions

Rumsfeld is on Letterman tonight.

Hey Mr Boner....

Mandatory Monday Malloy Truthseekers check in!! & a new Kitty gif

Gallup Finds Fewer Americans Identify Themselves As Democrats

Teacher vs Wall Street CEO

Coulter and Repubicans I have a message

The Wisconsin fourteen....

clinton on MSNBC

A letter from WI State Senator Chris Larsen

Thank you for the heart you mysterious person you. Much appreciated!

Northwoods, WI citizens pushing to recall Sen. Jim Holperin (Dem)

Can someone please explain to me

I'm wondering who will rebut Walker's "fireside chat" tomorrow

Report: Public employees make less, including benefits, than private workers

Thanks for the hearts! n/t

Wisconsin Legislature Shuts Down Comment Line After Too Many Complaints

Anonymous and the global correction

Posted at the Tea Party HQ

DU this poll. Thanks!

To whomever you are...

Bill O'Reilly Ponders the Mysteries of Creation

Schumer Launches Fundraiser For Wisconsin Dems

GOP's idea of fiscal responsibility: Cutting the President's teleprompter, decorating budget

I just hit post # 6000

And they wonder why we mock them... "The GOP asylum"

IWW defense committee statement

My God, look at the WI rally

(US Rep. Gabrielle) Giffords celebrating husband's birthday

Anybody in Madison that can confirm this

Libya on and off the grid

Libyan military pilots were executed today for refusing to fly

Problems With California State Pension Plans

Support for collective bargaining

Support for collective bargaining

2011-02-21 Mexico Cable Shows US Resentment Toward Unions, #WIUnion Updates

'Deaths' after quake hits Christchurch in New Zealand

Dear Madison. If you go on general strike, I pledge to contribute to your strike fund until it hurts

So apparently this is what -at least one- prospective employers think...

What do Fox News and the flu have in common?

This is probably going to generate a lot of outrage so it might as well be posted

"If teacher unions want to be strong and well-supported,

NY-26: Tea baggers are looking for a 3rd party candidate

Egypt's Copts march to demand a secular state

To whoever gave me this heart

What do you really think would happen if we protested & our military

When are these wiki-leaks bank leaks coming?

Wisconsin State Employees Actually Underpaid

Kochs=Krupps.

Why Democrats SHOULD put TAX BREAKS BACK ON THE TABLE!

Scores dead from lunchtime earthquake in Christchurch New Zealand

Quebec chief prosecutors quit over back-to-work law

Breast-feeding tax deductions stirring debate

Breast-feeding tax deductions stirring debate

Branstad is seeking power for Iowa governors to override arbitration decisions in union disputes.

New DU Group: Q&A

Local teabaggers accuse Special Ed teacher of pedophilia...

Artwork depicting nude couples is removed from gallery after building owner objects to the gay.

Artwork depicting nude couples is removed from gallery after building owner objects to the gay.

Artwork depicting nude couples is removed from gallery after building owner objects to the gay.

This energy, this movement, this revolt --

WI R's still working to tilt elections in their favor, take up voter ID

Maybe I missed it earlier, but I just read now Mugabe has arrested people watching Al Jazeera

Honduras law let police be called on home smokers

People Power: ALJAZEERA on American TV NOW

Is there a possible lawsuit that can stop Gov. Walker in Wisconsin

Authorities To Boost Security At (WI) Capitol

Cartoon/ Pett/ Lex. H/L 2/22/11---PBS

Persiankiwi is back on Twitter

Starving Wisconsin's unions (WaPo's Eugene Robinson)

I'm looking forward to voting for Rahm Emanuel tomorrow.

sigh.. life in texas... conversation I had yesterday

sigh.. life in texas... conversation I had yesterday

Libyan ambassador on GMA saying he has resigned but will continue to represent his people.

I don't care if lots of you don't like BS, I loved Chris Matthews show

Charter school says it's private, though it gets millions in tax dollars

Geek cons US out of $20m with bogus software to stop al-Qaeda

Oil industry’s US-Libya business group sees website go dark amid violent uprising

Governor Walker had a role in the 'Men In Black' movies.

Companies hiring but specifically not hiring unemployed people?

Huge Potato Price-Fixing Lawsuit Heats Up

Happy Election Day Chicago!

Flashback - Walker, Johnson got near-identical vote totals in each county

Politifact: GOP claim about doctors handing out fake notes at Wisc rally "mostly true"

The Death and Life of the Democratic Party

Plutocracy Now: What Wisconsin Is Really About

Plutocracy Now: What Wisconsin Is Really About

The New York Time's Journalistic OBEDIENCE

For the Scientifically inclined - I went by the VLA Radio Telescope today (Very Large Array) (Edited

Palin's "reason" does NOT work

Governor Strickland: Now is the time

Upsized fries a joke, says student (only 14 more french fries )

Cops ready to enforce new law (bans K2, pipes and water pipes in Corpus Christi)

I am going through some old papers and found these letters from students:

Libya: Iran Condemns "Massacre" and "Extreme Violence"

Rachel's Vodka Butt-Shot Contractors still Guarding the Kabul Embassy

First video from New Zealand earthquake

Walker says layoff notices could go out as soon as next week (AP)

is there any truth to the patriot teacher protesters getting fake doctor slips

is there any truth to the patriot teacher protesters getting fake doctor slips

Plutocracy Now: What Wisconsin Is Really About (Mega-Mother Jones Piece!)

Letter from Tripoli: An eyewitness account

Madison, WI, this afternoon: Let's hope it didn't break the camel's back

The Tea Party is winning - By E.J. Dionne Jr.

Exhibition honors courage of White Rose anti-Hitler movement

Obama needs to speak out and Speak Out Loudly - Re: Wisconsin

Obama needs to speak out and Speak Out Loudly - Re: Wisconsin

Polifact: Gives Walker and Kasich a LIAR LIAR PANTS ON FIRE!

Do you ever get the feeling that

GA State Rep Bobby Franklin wants to put Crime Scene Tape around our Uterus.

No compromise.

Mob beat journalist Lara Logan with flagpoles and fists

Overpaid teachers? Here's my experience.

Rumsfeld's to do list

What Does buying a Republican Politician Get You???

‘We’re not attacking Westboro Baptist Church’ - Anonymous

Wal-Mart in its worst-ever sales slump

Branstad defends drawing his pension from his previous tenure and his current salary simultaneously.

Illinois to cut all funding for drug and prevention programs as of 3/15

Why the revolt downtown is even bigger than it appears

the ultimate republican goal...eliminate unions nationwide

Wisconsin senators living day-to-day south of border

When will the Federal Government call a spade a spade

Today's funny quote

Today's funny quote

Bloomberg reporting that on average middle school teachers make 50K, 5% less than

WikiLeaks: Vanished FBI officer Robert Levinson 'held by Iranian Revolutionary Guards'

Egyptian Workers Unions Send Video Message of Solidarity to Wisconsin Workers!

Castro: US plans to invade Libya. Too early to criticize Libyan government

The Last Time Scott Walker Went Union Busting, He Was Overruled And Wasted Taxpayer Dollars

Message to Wisconsinites!

have come to the realization that we cannot fight attacks from the right and apathy

The Atlantic Wire: Does America Finally Want Its Al Jazeera TV?

Tom Tomorrow: Repuke war on women: Why have an economic meltdown if you can't use it as cover

From Naomi Klein's Twitter

Libyan Revolution Tweets, Day 6, Part 1 (World Silence)

Here's the language that wil allow Scott Walker to give away the Power Plants to Koch Industries.

Here's the language that wil allow Scott Walker to give away the Power Plants to Koch Industries.

Ladies' first: Siegal makes history at Tribe camp

Witness the St. by St. GOP "Shock and Awe" Hoovernomics that is wrecking the US recovery

Life or death for Democracy?

Life or death for Democracy?

The Monsters Are Due on Maple Streets

America has never been about "Taking Away People's Rights"

Question: Would Gaddafi be welcome in Venezuela? Why or why not?

Greenspan's Incompetence Badgers Wisconsin's Workers

Gaddafi is on Al Jazeera now giving a desperate and goofy sounding speech.

did you see Gaddafi's speech today..

Census estimates show 1 in 4 US counties are dying . . .

Iran, U.S. warships face down in Suez

Was Scott Walker at the Koch Brothers recent confrence?

198 methods Of Nonviolent Intervention

How special. Major Garret is now on MSNBC as a contributor.

Wisconsin Medical Society: Physician actions as reported unacceptable

Wisconsin Medical Society: Physician actions as reported unacceptable

Wisconsin Medical Society: Physician actions as reported unacceptable

Wisconsin Medical Society: Physician actions as reported unacceptable

PBS shot and killed?

Pathologizing our children

9 degrees, wind chill -5, I keep thinking one day closer to Spring one day closer to Spring

The Uprising Spreads--And Wal-Mart Profits Rise: The Connection

Wisconsin lawmaker cited for sexual misconduct

Sen. Kerry: Oil firms should stop work in Libya

Would the provision in Walker's bill about his ability to sell

Anybody besides me not watching Matthews POTW tonight? nt

The Republicans Are Coming, the Republicans Are Coming!!

Tuesday Toons part 3: Middle East

Chart of the Day: Alcohol Consumption

Map of areas in Libya under opposition control

If Obama doesn't fly over to Wisconsin to meet the protesters, he doesn't support them

Leave it to Andy: State Department Offers Support ‘to Whoever Winds Up Winning’

There is no excuse for this double standard (abusive hazers vs gay servicemen)

Security Council Convenes on Libyan Crisis

CommonDreams: Wisconsin Crisis 'Trojan Horse' for Bad Conservative Ideas

WAR CRIMES AGAINST LIBYA

Huizenga: Raising The Social Security Age For Future Retirees Is Fine Because ‘I’m Gonna Be

Top Muslim cleric calls on soldiers to kill Gaddafi

Quake shakes 30m tonnes of ice off glacier

Could a Dem Legislature Reinstate Worker's Rights?

Hate crime suspect due in court Tuesday (in Danbury, CT, with picture)..

Dear Washington DC: The Public Is Smarter About Money (and Deficits) Than You Are

"CIA spy" Davis was giving nuclear bomb material to Al-Qaeda, says report

The Last Time Scott Walker Went Union Busting He Was Overruled And Wasted Taxpayer Dollars

Gaddafi on Aljazeera: He is truly mad. Reading out death sentances

$32 from every adult in Wisconsin...

I hope I don't regret posting this

Used to have a good friend from New Zealand and his hobby was shooting feral cats

Used to have a good friend from New Zealand and his hobby was shooting feral cats

Judge says federal law bars lawsuits over vaccine side effects;

Gaddafi: If Libya falls 'Al Qaeda will have a seat at the United Nations'

This Isn't Union Busting. It's Woman Busting.

This Isn't Union Busting. It's Woman Busting.

Damn dams be damned

Is Sarah Palin Commenting On Her Own Facebook Fan Page?

Is Sarah Palin Commenting On Her Own Facebook Fan Page?

Pepe Escobar: 'Brother' Gaddafi, you're going down

Pepe Escobar: 'Brother' Gaddafi, you're going down

Libyan Revolution Tweets, Day 6, Part 4 (World Silence)

Please Sign Up for Solidarity Action in your area

Please Sign Up for Solidarity Action in your area

The fabulousness that was Moammar Gadhafi: A pictorial remembrance

Yertle the Turtle and Cheeseheads

Yertle the Turtle and Cheeseheads

Bad Rumblings in the Economy

Bad Rumblings in the Economy

Did Gaddafi just drive away valiantly...in a fancy golf cart?

Thanks very much for my two new shiny hearts!

The pleasure's all the Dear Leader's

The pleasure's all the Dear Leader's

It's the inequality, stupid!

White House says AOL's Steve Case to be named to Obama Jobs and Competitiveness Panel

CNN TV: 4 American hostages killed by Somali pirates

Kasich calls cop who ticketed him an "Idiot"

Kasich calls cop who ticketed him an "Idiot"

AJE: Anti-Gaddafi forces in control of Tobruk

America's Most Hopeless Counties Getting More Hopeless

Demonstrators--Interventions for Agents Provocateur:

Honest question: would you be angry if repubic legislators staged a walkout to . . . .

Government of the rich, by the rich, for the rich

Anti-hatred hacking campaign causes data loss for Westboro Baptist Church

Embarrassed Republicans Admit They've Been Thinking Of Eisenhower Whole Time They're Praising Reagan

Land O'Lakes = GMO

LARGE Solidarity Protest in Sacramento Ca Tonight

And for today's "huh" moment--Japan looks to be more unionized (by %) than the US

And for today's "huh" moment--Japan looks to be more unionized (by %) than the US

Long-Term Costs to Democrats of Losing in Wisconsin (CNBC)

Qaddafi on TV now, Al Jazeera English -- link:

Priorities? GOP Governors Shift Burden To Poor, Middle Class To Pay For Tax Breaks For Rich

Unanswered Questions as Obama Anoints George H.W. Bush

A Paper That Endorsed Walker: "bypassing labor without even trying only muddies the waters"

Obama Denies Accusations He Does Not Love His Dog

US condemns 'appalling' violence in Libya

Washington is a company town and your leaders are company men.

How John Birch Society Extremism Never Dies: The Fortune Behind Scott Walker’s Union-Busting Campaig

Al Jazeera English: Live Stream ...the Madman Moammar Gadhafi rages..you gotta watch!

Thune will not run for Pres.

Breaking News: Justin Bieber Gets a New Haircut

Breaking News: Justin Bieber Gets a New Haircut

Where the magic happened

Government of the rich, by the rich, for the rich

Life's Not Binary. Not Much Is Binary.

Why do liberal/ progressives have republican guests on their shows?

TEA : Tennessee Teachers' Rights Under Attack

Here's a cnbc poll that needs some DU love

I found a new way to get rid of LDS missionaries that is speedy and doesn't involve being rude.

Ex-Mass. politician gets 3 months on harassment charges

Hundreds of extra police called to Madison

Fox News Airs "Fox News Lies" Protest Sign

Who is behind this?

Who is behind this?

Since it is illegal to coordinate with the Republican Governors

20 Attacks on Members of Congress and Their Staff before Gabby Giffords

20 Attacks on Members of Congress and Their Staff before Gabby Giffords

Thank you, secret admirer, for the heart.

Obama has lost control of agenda: Soros

Obama has lost control of agenda: Soros

How the rich became the über rich

Do you value Teachers, Firefighters, Nurses, and Police enough to agree they deserve to

The chickens must be fed

Business bans TSA agents – will more follow?

Big Right-Wing Money Pours Into Wisconsin

Illegal immigration bills take center stage in the AZ Senate today

Koch Party Propaganda Arm Buses in the Masses on Saturday

Plutocracy Now: What Wisconsin Is Really About

Happy Birthday Senator Kennedy,

Poll: Walker's Anti-Union Stance Turning Off Wisconsin Voters

Amazon Prime: Amazon.com launches instant video streaming service to compete with Netflix

Greed is Good... Unless You're Teaching My Kids Math!

Have you written to NBC demanding that they cover Wisconsin

Walker vs. Obama

Gaddafi is a laughingstock

Michele Bachmann: Glenn Beck Can Solve Our Financial Problems

Report: Indiana Democrats Flee State To Shut Down Union-Busting Proposal

Self deleted. Dupe.

Unions and the Rich

Rep. Sharon Cissna Returns To Alaska By Sea After Invasive TSA Patdown

Fidel Castro says US plans NATO invasion of Libya

Libya is suspended, immediately, from the Arab League

Welcome to Illinois! INDIANA DEMS WALKOUT and are headed here now as well

Wisconsin governor signs bill to make tax rise tougher

Libya is suspended, immediately, from the Arab League

My Neighbor Posed An Interesting Question - Should Obama Learn From Gov Walker Or......

Damn, I miss this

Memories of 1995 haunt GOP as shutdown talk grows

Madison Labor Group Prepares For General Strike

THANK YOU Rachel Maddow (DEFEND UNIONS!!!)

Whistleblowers Ask Holder For Special Prosecutor In Scott Bloch Case

Obama kicks off listening tour of businesses

The Politics of the Full Court Press: How Conservatives Bully Their Way To Change Every Time

The Politics of the Full Court Press: How Conservatives Bully Their Way To Change Every Time

How exactly does one come to this conclusion for our economic problems?

Alleged Nazi war criminal threatens hunger strike over excluded evidence

Libyan Revolution Tweets, Day 6, Part 2 (World Silence)

Madison Labor Group Prepares For General Strike

PETITION: Urgent Appeal: Support the Human Rights of the Libyan People

Morning Joe: Jeffrey Sachs speaks the truth about KOCH BROS, WALKER, UNIONS and CRUSHING the POOR

Don't forget -- the GOP outlawed general strikes (they thought) with Taft - Hartley

R.I. union leaders rally for workers in Wisconsin

The Republican War on Women (This Modern World) (Toon)

Wow. Andrea Mitchell giving Rumsfeld a tough interview. MSNBC

Bill Calls for Illegals to Be Dumped at Offices of Congressmen

Cutting back or ending Medicare . . . . how is it not . . . .

Workers are workers, public or private

THEY ARE I.O.U.s, NOT ENTITLEMENTS!

What's Happening in Libya Explained

I swear you cannot make this shit up

guess who gets to make "shared sacrifices"?

ALL YOUR CAPITOL BUILDING

GRITtv: John Nichols & Matt Rothschild: Who's Behind Wisconsin Union-Busting?

Ohio Closing Doors on Rally Participants

Can Walker do this? Got this from his fb page -now require a 2/3s vote to raise taxes

Rep. Richard Hanna plagiarized report.

Poll: 61% oppose limiting union bargaining power

Senator Coons calls for Members of Congress’ pay to be withheld during a government shutdown

Elizabeth Warren's Battle

Bahrain unrest: Thousands join anti-government protest

Report: Indiana Democrats Flee State To Shut Down Union-Busting Proposal

GRITtv: Mahlon Mitchell: Thrown Into the Fire in Wisconsin

Ed Schultz is the voice of the worker.

We must all hang together or surely we will hang separately...

We must all hang together or surely we will hang separately...

Wisconsin governor signs bill to make tax rise tougher

GRITtv: Mary Bottari & Mark Pocan: National Implications in Wisconsin

George H.W. Bush "enjoys the most universal affection of the group (ex-POTUS')??

George H.W. Bush "enjoys the most universal affection of the group (ex-POTUS')??

Green Bay Packers Captain Charles Woodson Stands With Wisconsin's Workers

By our submissiveness we make it so...

Why won't Governor Walker accept unions' offer and declare victory? By Greg Sargent

Pfffft, get real hippie!

AOL Co-Founder Steve Case to Join Obama's Panel on Jobs, Competitiveness

Hey .... are you a geezer? Do you ever socialize with other geezers? Maybe with teabag geezers?

Rahm Emanuel criticizes Wis. governor's handling of budget dispute

Dear Friend of the National Parks,

4 Americans on hijacked yacht dead off Somalia

Pubs might watch their step or they're likely to over-reach and precipitate a Pearl-Harbor-type

Florida Gov. Rick Scott says state shouldn't take away collective bargaining rights

Florida Gov. Rick Scott says state shouldn't take away collective bargaining rights

In Memphis, old strife heats up over schools, race

Toy Manufacturers Fight Safety Requirements In House

Well, I ticked off a right winger with this comment. . .

Oprah’s Long History Of Sketchy "Experts" And Endorsements

FL Teabagger Gov Rick Scott BREAKS from WI Gov. Walker

Pro-union website blocked in Wisconsin state Capitol (CNN)

Forcibly returning Senate Democrats may be unconstitutional

good blog post re: the battle between Walker vs teachers

How many of you know of Orland Steen Loomis?

The difference between our protesters and their protesters

WI assembly voted WITHOUT Democrats - BEFORE Dems left the state

In other (shitty) news from Wisconsin

My father in-law is in a contractor union

Judge Enjoins Ivi TV From Streaming Station Signals

The Republican Betrayal of the Elderly Begins

not the change i was hoping for

Zogby poll of greatest presidents since WWII

Wis. Dems Claim Walker Administration Is Blocking Opposition Website

Pet theory: Put down of teachers directly related to rise in home schooling.

Eastern part of Libya falls as military refuses to kill citizens (Americablog news)

Is America becoming too prudish?

Any practical alternatives to the so-called "right to work laws" that don't create free riders?

(Columbia) students surprised, worried by national media coverage on ROTC

Labor Protests to Defend Collective Bargaining Rights Spread to Ohio

Wisconsin labor unrest spills across Lake Michigan

Protesters find missing state Senate Democrats in Illinois

An observation on Gaddafi's latest speech

O.K. D.U. Peeps need sign idea's Fox News Drop-out Kasich coming to our hometown

ThinkProgress: The GOP’s Anti-Health Reform Crusade Now Brought To You By Industry Lobbyists

They'll cut programs for the poor, children, health services and more, but won't touch the rich...

They'll cut programs for the poor, children, health services and more, but won't touch the rich...

You will be reading a LOT about the Triad Group in the near future, and not good

Yeah, it's Rasmussen... 48%-38% Americans back Walker

When "private" labor joins "public" labor!

The Rude Pundit: A Few Lessons Learned Regarding Wisconsin

Washington Post columnist dubs Walker 'Cheesehead Pharaoh of the Middle West'

Live stream on the debate for collective bargining in Madison by the assembly

'Fully loaded' SUV puts D.C. Council Chairman Kwame Brown on the spot

Live Discussion on CSPAN 2 : Future of Social Security

NZ: Whereabouts of U.S. Asst. Sec. of State Kurt Campbell 'could not be confirmed' after quake

In speech to Nevada Legislature, Sen. Reid calls for ending legal prostitution

IKE Defines "Stupid"

Wis. Firefighter: ‘We Stand Together or We Fall Together’

Ideas folks. What would be the positives............

"Gaddafi's No.2" Abdul Fatah Younis, Libyan minister of interior and army general - resigns

FL Gov. Rick Scott (R-Medicare Fraudster) *not* planning to follow Walker's lead.

Caller into Hartmann says that Walker's budget calls for selling

Westboro Baptist Church Website Crashes!!!!!!!!!!!!

City of Madison Police Officer, Former Republican, Speaks Out Against The Rhetoric

City of Madison Police Officer, Former Republican, Speaks Out Against The Rhetoric

Yacht hostages killed

Palin Aide: She wears glasses to look "smart"

Al Jazeera is being blocked. Here's another source for AJ.

Md., Va. governors discuss collective bargaining

PROTEST Wed at WMC Conference: Wisconsin Wave (dot) org

The Middle-East Democracy Tax is About to Kick-in

Remember when EFCA didn't get done?

Never mind all that shit!

Tuesday Toons part 2 : Republicans

Speaker: (WI) Assembly Will Pass Union Bill

Subtle Factors of a Global Revolution: From Athens to Cairo to Madison and Beyond

Time: Gaddafi's Next Move: Sabotage Oil and Sow Chaos?

Attention: Internet Users in Libya

Here he is, the Big Cheese--

Starving Wisconsin's unions

SEIU LIVE FEED FROM COLUMBUS OHIO STATEHOUSE

Someone from Reddit managed to sit through most of Gaddafi's "speech". Here's his rundown:

How's the vote going in Chicago? What's the turnout like?

In speech to Nevada Legislature, Sen. Reid calls for ending legal prostitution

In contrast to puke governors, CT governor Malloy will be on Morning Joe tomorrow

Scott Walker: If Dems Don't Come Home, The Layoff Notices Are Coming...

Scott Walker: If Dems Don't Come Home, The Layoff Notices Are Coming...

Gadhafi orders destruction of several oil pipelines, cutting off flow to sea ports - TIME

With eye on Wisconsin, Florida teachers gear up !

N.J. unions plan rally to back Wis. workers

New photo of 'English Nessie' hailed as best yet

Is a General Strike possible here in the U.S.?

WTF? "patrol SWAT vehicle stationed across Third Street from the (OH) Statehouse

WTF? "patrol SWAT vehicle stationed across Third Street from the (OH) Statehouse

Mourdock Links Sen. Lugar (R-IN) To Obama In Campaign Announcement

The Koch brothers as Wisconsin puppet masters

Are you sick of highly-paid teachers?

Libyan Revolution Tweets, Day 6, Part 5 (Richard III in a bad & dangerous way)

Service dog with thousands of Facebook fans meets the man he'll help

Indiana Democrats Trigger Statehouse Shutdown...

GOP Governors Get Millions More In Obama Health Care Grants

The Teabagger Republicans Have Started Something Truly Revolutionary In This Country.

I truly believe that by the end of 2012 we'll see the end of the Tea Party

More unions are needed, not less.

4 Americans on hijacked yacht shot dead

OMG - someone just posted "that" poem on Ian's Pizza's Facebook page:

This Modern World: The Republican war on women

Libyan Revolution Tweets, Day 6, Part 3 (World Silence)

GOP Governors Keep the Fun Coming!!!

These monsters just want it all.

Is that WI senate parliamentary trick to eliminate CB still planned for today?

Is that WI senate parliamentary trick to eliminate CB still planned for today?

Wisconsin Governor’s Google Results Not Looking Too Good These Days

You know why the Tea Party is a joke and a fraud? The basic reason?

The Madison-Washington Connection

Pets Help Sell Manhattan Apartments

The rights's push to get rid of public sector unions is pure political strategy.

Catholic Church ordains married father of two, given exemption to priestly celibacy

Most Misleading Headline Award goes to ... envelope, please ... goes to ...

Bachmann: Glenn Beck can solve the budget deficit

Teachers are overpaid??? Our district has been frozen at 2008 salary levels while prices continue

Gaddafi orders oil sabotage, source tells Time columnist

For Thirty Years....

Reid Rejects Controversial GOP Spending Bill Riders

DO NOT suspend collective bargining you won't get it back

These Madison area businesses have been supportive of the union protesters.

Rand Paul pushing budget amendment, talking about constitutional convention

Wisconsin Doctors Being Investigated for Fake Sick Notes

Scholars rate Eisenhower best president of last 60 years

Deval Patrick (Obama's Boston buddy) speaks up. Mr. Pres, where are you?

10 yr old maria aragon singing lady gaga song.

"...and they are stupid,"

Who will they blame? I say the Canadians.

What Can I Do?

Man Dies After Three-Day Video Game Binge

Per FR, Governor Daniels in IND is making a mistake

Get over the blocks, courtesy of Anon

Mitch Daniels, who I am not a fan of, just outclassed Scott Walker. . .

"Help Is On The Way" Candidate Scott Walker

The "F" word network.

Dropkick Murphys Release New Song In Support of Wisconsin Workers

Haha: Freepers blowing gaskets as Brown says he's not a Tea Party guy

Citizens Locked Out of Ohio Statehouse!

Palin's secret personal Facebook page (possibly) discovered (in case you really care)

Recovery, What Recovery?

Asked Twice, Gov. Daniels Can’t Explain How Eliminating Collective Bargaining Reduces Deficits

The Indictment For Torture Filed Against George W. Bush (Part One: The Facts)

What Americans think about income inequality in one graph

"Why Isn't Wall Street in Jail?"

Anyone have any thoughts on what a post-Gaddafi Libya might look like?

Italian Energy Company Suspends Gas Pipeline to Libya

thumbnail solidarity

Glenn Beck: Fareed Zakaria An 'America Basher' And 'Useful Idiot'

How THEY STOLE America

CAN I JUST SAY DON'T MISS THIS! DAMN PEOPLE COME ON!

Will the GOP Help Keep Lead in Kids' Toys?

It's the people, stupid

Why neither side is blinking in Wisconsin's union-GOP budget showdown

Will the GOP Help Keep Lead in Kids' Toys?

Three states now backing off per twitter

61% oppose union busting

Arab League suspends Libya as deadly crackdown persists

It's the Inequality, Stupid (great resource for charts/graphs)

How long until there's a YouTube video entitled Gaddafi Reacts to Justin Bieber's New Haircut?

Madison Labor Group Prepares For General Strike

A Jacksonville mayoral candidate made a joke about bombing an abortion clinic last night...

German soldiers: Afghan troops stoned, infiltrated by Taliban and likely to turn on their trainers

Poll: Whites pessimistic on economy

Is there any real distinction between the Tea Party and the GOP?

Union supporters /Teabaggers Clash in Boston This Afternoon.

Why Monsanto Always Wins

Koch brothers quietly open lobbying office in downtown Madison

I've come for some sanity.

Revolution in Egypt will remain secular and democratic - Professor Ali Fahmi

Apple: You say you want a revolution?

Wisconsin Public Employees are being threatened with layoffs.

What To Do About Qaddafi

I think the much ballyhooed enthusiasm gap of 2010 is being erased by all this union busting

Turn their ugly cell towers into art? "Too expensive" says AT&T

24 hour worker twitter protest info here!

Much like the Japanese attack on Pearl Harbor

When Walker backs down this will be...

Italian Energy Company Suspends Gas Pipeline to Libya

Indiana Democrats trigger Statehouse showdown (VICTORY)

On the context and use of "bully pulpit" -

So Kasich goes to Canton, OH and then has labor locked out of the Capital

Pizza Delivery Hero: Susan Guy Saves Elderly Woman, Jean Wilson

Islamo-pirates

the truth about wisconsin's deficit problem

US union protests: Demonstrations move beyond Wisconsin

It's a fight between the Union and the Right (100 Tea Party protesters LOLOL)

The irony of Obama’s "help" for Wisconsin teachers

Why would a government union job be less acceptable to some, than a regular union job?

Old Man McCain: Social Security is "a Ponzi scheme that Bernie Madoff would be proud of."

Gaddafi? Kadafi? Qaddafi? What's the correct spelling?

Home prices near 2009 lows -- and may fall more (No Jobs = No Buyers for Homes)

Texas Tech Freezes Faculty Salaries While Giving Its Football Coach a $500,000 Year Pay Increase

Hey ReTHUGS

Detroit to close half its schools, raise class limit to 60.

I was searched for cameras and other photography equipment at Caesar's Palace

Libyan Revolution Tweets, Day 6, Part 7 (Richard III in a bad & dangerous way)

Gov. Scott Walker: "Wisconsin is open for business"

Imagine this - it's payday, you go to your boss to get your check

Wisconsin voter photo ID bill gets committee's OK

Wisconsin sign "Attack us and we multiply"

IBM's Watson makes it official -- humanity is toast

Just what is wrong with Unions? people don't like guarenteed safety?

Libyan Revolution Tweets, Day 6, Part 8 (Richard III in a bad & dangerous way)

The U.S. Should Immediately Provide Humanitarian Relief to Libya and Can Easily Do So

There is one point on which I agree with the right wing fundy tea-bagging types.

In a field of pygmies, Bush looks gigantic (Will Little Lord Fauntleroy! run?)

What's it like to work for Donald Rumsfeld?

What We Receive?

Libyan Revolution Tweets, Day 6, Part 9 (Richard III in a bad & dangerous way)

Libyan Revolution Tweets, Day 6, Part 9 (Richard III in a bad & dangerous way)

Chavez: What Bolivar is to us, Gadafi is to Libya. (Spanish)

Eatery pulls billboard ads using Jonestown 'cult' reference

One thing I don't like about Madison, WI.

Tuesday Toons part 5: The rest

Someone started a "Boycott Koch Industries" Facebook page... This is a list of products.

Montana legislature plans to replace their Constitution with the Book of Leviticus

Is Ed Shultz going to be live from WI tonight?

Then they came for the trade unionists.

South Central Federation of Labor endorses a general strike!!!

Al Jazeera English in talks with US cable providers (Comcast)

Slowpoke Toon: A Teachable Moment

No matter the age,the political

Republican Governor of Indiana Mitch Daniels Calls On State GOP To Abandon Union-Busting Bill

Are you sick of highly paid teachers?

Heineman (R-Ne): Palin Is Absolutely Qualified To Be President

Heineman (R-Ne): Palin Is Absolutely Qualified To Be President

'Cheeseburger Bill' Clears 1st Minn. House Panel

This is great... Read this if you appreciate or even hate teachers.

Colorado: Speaker calls government workers “scum,” upsetting his own side at anti-union rally

Who is the Base supporting for Chicago Mayor ?

Beyond Salvation.

Koch Bros Open Lobbying Office in Downtown Madison

Andrea Mitchell........grinding Rumsfeld on MSNBC

Fly over country is rising... and I am sure this is

After lawsuit threat, protesters allowed into Ohio Statehouse

After lawsuit threat, protesters allowed into Ohio Statehouse

Report from Madison.

Report from Madison.

The camel was probably not a good idea, Jon (Daily Show)

Dedicated to the Protesters in Wisconsin: "What Conservatives really want" - by George Lakoff

54 years ago Taft-Hartley was enacted as the Republicans tried to eliminate Unions

Tuesday Toons part 1 : Wisconsin

Tuesday Toons part 1 : Wisconsin

Tuesday Toons part 4

Earth_First's protest!

Next week on PBS The American Experience - The Triangle Fire

Wondering What Anonymous' Response Will Be To The UN....

From twitter #wiunion: A Walker supporter just tried to run me over in his pick-up truck

"Why should I pay for other people's health care?" How to respond to such

What do you feel is more important? Democracy? Or your preferred policy outcomes?

Indiana House Democrats Have Walked Out

Dear Mr. President.... We need you now, sir.

So why does Dave Letterman have Donald Rumsfeld on his show?

Man shot dead for eating popcorn too loudly during Black Swan

Remember these letters? EFCA

A letter from a friend of my sister who used to live in Madison

Morning Joe showed footage of some disturbiing signs at the WI protest.

Something STINKS...original Hintz righteous rant pulled and then charged with sexual misconduct...

just curious...how many other teacher union families are on DU? Check in.

Santorum: WI Protesters Are 'Acting Like Their Drug Is Being Taken Away'

Well, damn. The Dropkick Murphys are getting into the fray (WI)

What Google autocomplete suggests for "Scott Walker is..."

YES... that giant is now awake (GENERAL STRIKE)

Honestly. How stupid do you have to be to listen to Limbaugh?

The Seattle Times called for marijuana legalization over the weekend

Being Poor - a wrenching piece that details what it truly means

Being Poor - a wrenching piece that details what it truly means

How many jobs would Bank of America be able to make if CEO

Bahrain grand prix cancelled because of protests, organisers announce

Michael Moore just tweeted...

America's Message To Our Bright Young People -- Don't Be A Teacher

What have unions done for us lately?

Scott "Hosni" Walker Cutting Off Internet Access To Thwart Protesters?

WI Senate Repubs making Dems pick up their paycheck in person

Want to boycott Koch Industries? Here ya go:

Teamster Union mobilizing members to support demonstrations in solidarity with Wisconsin workers!

How's Jon Stewart? n/t

LA Times article-The Nest Egg Myth-Boomers face retirement with LESS money

Libyan Revolution Tweets, Day 6, Part 6 (Richard III in a bad & dangerous way)

Hoooooeeeeee! I just sent pizza to the protesters!

I haven't had a TV for nearly three years now.

There's something happening here. What it is ain't exactly clear.

Voting Today: Rahm Emanuel Ahead in Chicago Mayor's Race

Glenn Beck Smears 35 Percent Of American Jews

That's my Congressman!! Bruce Braley!

Wisconsin Capitol WiFi blocks pro-union website

Review: Voting machines accurate

It's spreading!

Billionaire Brothers’ Money Plays Role in Wisconsin Dispute

Billionaire Brothers’ Money Plays Role in Wisconsin Budget Dispute - NYT

Thank you all - Thank you, EVERYONE!

This Is A Big F__KING Deal---This fight is for all of us!!!

Rare snow leopard cub celebrated in Chattanooga

Calling Republicans the Hypocrites They Are

Calling Republicans the Hypocrites They Are

What did those pirates want from those older people on the yacht?

Are you sick of highly paid teachers?

New article regarding Current TV and Keith Olbermann

I'll Give Up My Union Card When You Pry It From My Cold Dead Hand - Ohio protest pic

How does the RW manage to dissuade people from joining unions ?

Ohio - Breaking: Citizens locked out of Statehouse, Lawsuits being filed!

In the meantime, the taxpayers just paid $7 MILLION to NASCAR

Joining Wisconsin, Montanans Protest Tea Party Assault On Workers And Environment (updated)

Arizona jury sentences border activist to death

Meet the new HuffingtonAOLPost--home to Heritage Foundation bloggers

Meet the new HuffingtonAOLPost--home to Heritage Foundation bloggers

Cannabis cures cancer!

Alaska state rep refuses TSA grope of her mastectomy scars, drives home from Seattle

Protester in Denver today assaulted by Teabagger

Products produced by Koch Industries; Angel Soft, Brawny, Dixie plates, Quilted Northern, Zee napkin

Products produced by Koch Industries; Angel Soft, Brawny, Dixie plates, Quilted Northern, Zee napkin

does the media finally get that anti-choice is about more than abortion?

Wealthy Suburbs Get The Best Deal Per Mbps

Seriously, do you think President Obama is on the right path??

Colorado 11 year old arrested at home for drawing stick figure with gun

Did Roosevelt's Racism Cause WWII?

Did Roosevelt's Racism Cause WWII?

MSNBC, HuffPo Finally Air Wilkerson's FIRST HAND EVIDENCE On Iraq War " HOAX "

Van Jones:"the movement for "hope and change" has a rare, second chance"

Nebraska labor rally Sat. noon state capital Lincoln

Cartoon from Bartcop.com pretty much says it all....

Sarah Palin has a secret sockpuppet facebook page that she uses to "like" herself and post comments

The Money Party on the Road to Ruin

Homelessness Marathon Wednesday

When Man's Best Friend Is Obese

California: Group Aims to End Collective Bargaining for Public Employees...

Ravitch: Why Should Teachers Have Unions? WAPO, The Answer...

For all the lurking men & women, if you're against abortion

Bradley Manning has "allegedly" done it again!

Join a solidarity rally in your state to support Wisconsin public employees. Here's a list:

Planet could be 'unrecognizable' by 2050, experts say

Hit this poll please; Indiana Poll: Do you support the Right to Work Law?

On Jesse in Wisconsin

What would Jesus cut?

10 Brands That Put 'Wood' in Their Food

NO FOOD FOR YOU: Seattle-Area Restaurant Refuses To Serve TSA Agents

Michael Moore: Not a single elected national Democrat has come to Madison...and Obama nearly silent.

Wisconsin Gov Walker Press Confrence Live Video Link

Ohio Dems Need You At Columbus State House Rally Tuesday

36 killed in stampede at Mali stadium: official

U.S. cities using tech to cull ideas from citizens

David Cameron's Cairo visit overshadowed by defence tour

Intl organization urges Colombia to protect journalists

Political left raises money for Wis. Senate Democrats

Eastern Libya appears to be under opposition control

News Corp. to acquire Elizabeth Murdoch's Shine Group

Kasich calls cop who ticketed him an "Idiot"

Dim View of U.S. in Bahrain Described

Deadly Quake Rocks New Zealand, Topples Buildings

HCL Tech (India) renews contract with state of Virginia

50 million 'environmental refugees' by 2020, experts say

Pittsburgh Council Members in Solidarity with Wisconsin Workers

Cousin of Colombian ex-President Uribe jailed

Starving Wisconsin's unions

Ex-Miss Colombia could be jailed over corruption scandal

In Wisconsin, the real struggle is over power

(Montana) House committee approves bill to nullify Missoula's equality ordinance

Rolling Stone honored for story on Gen. McChrystal

Honduras law let police be called on home smokers

Libya unrest: Gaddafi appears on state TV, calls foreign channels 'dogs'

Groups demand freeze of Gaddafi assets

UN Security Council Meets Today to Discuss Violence in Libya

Bahrain king orders release of political prisoners

Some Libyans report food shortage, more violence by security forces(Tues)

Wis. budget plan may tilt political playing field

Geek cons US out of $20m with bogus software to stop al-Qaeda

Ivorian troops kill protesters

Libyan turmoil hits stocks as oil surges

Opposition says over 560 killed in Libya protests (2nd Lead)

Libyan ambassador to Indonesia quits as protest against Qaddafi / Libyan diplomats defect en masse

Qaddafi’s Grip Falters as His Forces Take On Protesters

N.C. protesters want collective bargaining restored

Child-Product Makers Seek to Soften New Rules (have found a receptive audience among House Repubs)

Black Sabbath Bassist Geezer Butler: The original Sabbath shan't work together again

Four U.S. citizens on a yacht hijacked by Somali pirates last week are dead

Union protests set for Ohio Statehouse today

Tension escalates in Bahrain as hard-line Shiite leader urges end to monarchy

Billionaire Brothers’ Money Plays Role in Wisconsin Dispute

‘We’re not attacking Westboro Baptist Church’ - Anonymous

Bahrain Shiites Turn Out in Vast Protest

(Russell) Pearce moves to officially ban illegal immigrants from schools, driving (AZ)

Beirut denies permission for private Libyan jet to land in Lebanon

(UK) The strike busters: Secret plans drawn up to tackle threat of a mass walkout

Thousands join Iraq anti-govt demo

Report: Dodd on verge of becoming MPAA chairman

Top Muslim cleric calls on soldiers to kill Gaddafi

Ivory Coast: Troops Kill 6 Protesters

Now Haley Barbour Says He'll Veto Plan to Honor KKK Leader

Justin Beiber shot and killed on CSI

UN rights chief warns Libya of 'crimes against humanity'

Consumer Confidence Rises to 3-Year High in February

Gov. Schweitzer: 'Nullification' bills in Montana Legislature are 'anti-American'

Security Council Convenes on Libyan Crisis

holy smokes. Thanks for the hearts, sweetie pie....:)

House Republicans Trim Border Security Budget, Despite Calls for More Resources

Dow sinks 110 points first minutes of trading, oil spikes 7% as investors worry about Libya

AFL-CIO Polls Show Wisconsin Supports Protestors, Opposes Walker

Long-Term Care Needs Changes, Officials Say

To the person who just gave me a heart. You caused me to be happy.

I gave one of my hearts to nostamj

YouTube issues today?

if you don't know by now

carry on

You know the economic times are tough when...

I probably wasn't alone in my fantasy of having a pet monkey who'd flip off whoever saluted me.

Almost all men fantasize about this:

Quake slams Christchurch FEBRUARY 22, 2011, 12:13 P.M. ET

Altogether now! "God Bless My Underwear." Music accompaniment provided

Protestors Gather in Ohio

anyone having trouble with photobucket?

Google Faces New Charges in European Antitrust Case

The cruelty of clouds:

Now that we have passed all the excitement, I seriously thank everyone

Iowa gov defends (his) state pension

Protest outside NY Rep King's office

Behold: The Anti-Heart!

Act fast,hotcakes fast!

Madison Area AFL CIO Votes to Prepare For General Strike

Julie Brown, The Homecoming Queen Has Got A Gun.

In an extreme example of irony, MiddleFingerMom is actually a cat person.

Ghosts

Another fave from yesteryear

MI5 cropped 7/7 bomber out of picture shown to key informant

Life is like iJewels

CSEA offers support of Wisconsin public employee unions (NY)

"Kevin And Kell" zings Orange-face the cryer

My God, look at the WI rally

Professional wrestling sucks!!!

Professional wrestling sucks!!!

Credit card regulation offers hits and misses

Yesterday's Rain

Somebody on FB just posted that "Christian the Lion" vid, and I'm crying all over myself.

Benghazi airport runways destroyed-Egypt minister

Things were made better when I was younger. I swear it!

Hitler reacts to German takeover of New York Stock Exchange

Self Delete Dupe

New York's Teamsters Local 237 to bus in support to union protestors in Wisconsin

I went to visit my boyfriend in the hills of Duvall, WA

DUPE

Ohio police and firefighters urge lawmakers to slow down effort to replace collective bargaining law

OMG! Colbert just started something!

Can anyone suggest a good picture hosting service?

The Platinum Fighter Pilot Ace you never heard of.

Kinda throws "Comparing apples to oranges" into disarray, innit?

(On Tour With "Defence" Manufacturers) David Cameron Hits Out At Critics Of Britain's Arms Trade

Cats are natural MASTERS of space and distance.

* Wisconsin poll (Greenberg Quinlan Rosner) finds strong support for public employees

Anyone Else Miss Siskel and Ebert?

Day 5 of Talks Between NFL, Union With Mediator

Nicaragua prez call Gaddafi to expresses support

Poll: 61% oppose limiting union bargaining power

Canton: Protestors to greet Kasich at Civic Center today

Child-Product Makers Seek to Soften New Rules

Many believe we're not getting the WHOLE story from the Mayan calendar.

Union members, others converge on Michigan Capitol

Court rules against parents in drug vaccine case

Rally in Texas backs Wisconsin workers

Better latte than never.

Wal-Mart lost shoppers during the holidays

Union members rally at Vt. Statehouse

Mass. teachers, others rally in support of Wis. workers

4 Americans Seized By Pirates Found Dead On Yacht

Kali's FINALLY found a thong that she feels comfortable in.

US Senator Kerry calls for global pressure on Libya

Idaho teachers unions protest against proposed cuts

In aftermath of shooting, rising skepticism about American presence in Pakistan

Gadhafi speaks as world leaders discuss Libya's future (wants to "die as a martyr")

Sen. Robert Menendez unveils resolution condemning Gaddafi

MiddleFingerMom is not QUITE the party animal he used to be.

for Harry Potter fans

Stop eating, and stop having sex, Iain Duncan-Smith tells the poor

Penn. judge convicted in detention center scheme also faces lawsuit

Mitch Daniels won't send state police after legislators

"C'mon, let's do a bowl, man. You're gonna LOVE this, dude", goggie says. Goggie is dead meat.

Hello, looking for advice from loyal cat subjects...

Walker warns state workers layoff notices could come next week if bill isn't passed

What image hosting websites do you use to post pictures here?

Thousands in Ohio rally against plan to eliminate collective bargaining

Minecraft. I have added a whole new level to work avoidance.

Today's Slang of the Day: "Going Ham"

Algeria lifts 1992 emergency decree, state news agency says

Officials vow justice for agent's killers (US border guard Jaime Zapata)

Paychecks To Be Withheld From Absent Wisconsin Senators

New Jersey’s Ailing Economy May Test Conservative’s Allure

Hey, thanks for the heart!

US reveals that CIA agent Raymond Davis worked for private security firm Xe, formerly known as Black

LL Cool J - Going Back To Cali

I remember Ruby

Anyone ever order a burial flag case online?

Arizona bill would make Colt revolver state's official firearm

Okay, guys: Lets talk muscrats

What happens when one member of a band becomes too "theatrical?"

Note to all: when I am in a hurry to make a post, I will not be using spell checker

WaPo Mensa Invitational LOLOLOL!!!

Labor group calls for general strike if budget bill is approved

The Good News: My basement is clean and very well organized...

A wastebasket that costs more than my mortgage payment

Anyone here like chreese??

I'm really liking Amazon.com MP3 downloads it's ALMOST perfect!

Wal-Mart Declines After U.S. Sales Miss Retailer’s Forecast

Reid proposes 30-day bill to avert shutdown

help a DUer out here

those lazy ass blood sucking public employees

Lately, I've been having this irrational fear.

Time for afternoon coffee.

Anyone had this experience with an elderly cat? My cat is 12 years old,

Pro-union website blocked in Wisconsin state Capitol

The time you can't eat in preparation for a medical procedure: since they take so

OK guys, let's talk muskets.

OK guys, let's talk muskrats

Kurtwood Smith (Eric's dad in That '70s Show) should play Bill O'Reilly in a biopic

Kansas humor?

Okay guys, let's talk Moldova

This World

OK guys, let's talk muscats.

Music Discovery App Mocks Your Musical Tastes

I Have Seen

AJE - Libyan Interior Minister defects

Acquitted terror defendant can’t return home, court rules

Southern Woman

Paul Supporter Charged With Assault Wants Charges Dropped

High court rejects new case on 10 Commandments.

High court rejects new case on 10 Commandments.

Snyder works to quash Wisconsin-style union fight

House Of The Rising Sun

Chris Christie "Wisconsin a Class Clash"

Keith Olbermann; Baseball Nerd.

Der Junge Von Nebenan

It's official!!! Sarah Palin is dawg's Sockpuppet

MacArthur Park

'Jobless recovery' for women, not men

Nature Boy

Venezuela protesters end 3-week hunger strike

Libyan ship spotted off Malta coast

Ye Me Le

GOP governors using 'ideological axe' on labor, says Dem gov.

Roll On The Left Side

I like London in the rain

I am doing homework tonight... researching PR Disasters

W W L B ?

New Zealand city of Christchurch hit by strong earthquake

The World (Is Going Up In Flames)

DU Panda Trivia of the day

Why do I post things twice?

3:40 PM --Governor (R-In) says time to dump labor bill

Couleur café

What's Wrong With Groovin'

Funky Nassau

House Democrats absent as votes loom on crucial bills (Indiana)

Cathedrale

Indiana House Democrats leave state, Wisconsin style

Duffer In F (Version 2)

Thanks for my Valentine DU hearts!

Am I The Same Girl

Is "If You don't Know Me By Now" by Harold Melvin and the Blue Notes the most grooving song ever?

Get Up Stand Up

Mr. Marco's Music

Do The DU

Oil prices surge 6% on Libya unrest

Berlusconi speaks to Gadhafi by phone

Rick Scott passes on labor fight

3 hunger strikers hospitalized in Venezuela

Hundreds of extra police called to Madison

STOCK MARKET WATCH, Tuesday, February 22, 2011

Space

Could the NEW CaliforniaPeggy coffee table book POSSIBLY be BETTER than her FIRST TWO? YES!

Oasthouses dry.

Outhouses suck.

I have a star again! A GREAT BIG THANK YOU!!!!

Last Tango in Paris

EXCLUSIVE: NJ's Top Public Defender Blasts Gov. Christie's Move to 'Illegally' Force Her From Office

Ugh! I just unloaded a ton of self-pity on a friend.

Mars Close UP

Teen Allegedly Raped by Army Private Speaks Out

Medvedev sees `fires for decades' in Arab world

Here's what your cabin attendant really thinks.

Rice And Beans

Another officer shot to death in St. Pete

Reid urges Nevada to outlaw prostitution

Fidel Castro says US plans NATO invasion of Libya

Milestone for denbot: 10 years and this is my 2,250th post.

Capitol Chaos: Paycheck Changes for Missing Senators

Grieving mum screams at judge, becomes symbol

China blocks access to woman's nipples

FDA knew of problems at plant that made tainted alcohol wipes

Poll: 61% oppose limiting union bargaining power

Which side are you on?

Al Jazeera English in talks with US cable providers (for the first time)

And Now, a Brawl at Denny’s Over Maple Syrup

Man has 39 wives, nearly 100 children

Koch brothers quietly open lobbying office in downtown Madison

Well! That was certainly an experience!

Okay, ladies: Let's discuss mascara.

From 1968-Blue Cheer, Live on TV-Summertime Blues.....

Help! I"m getting *old* person mail.

Little-Noticed Provision In Walker's Bill Could Reap Huge Gains For Koch Industries

Moveon.org 50-State Mobilization to Save the American Dream

8-10 inches of snow here- lots of folks were stuck on the

Mrs. V. got me a Kindle for my birthday!

Holy Crap! Oral sex linked to cancer risk!

Some VERY good friends of mine sent me what they thought should have been a Super Bowl commercial...

Okay guys, let's talk merkins.

Leon Russell to be inducted into Songwriters' AND R&R Hall of Fame

Forde gets death sentence in killing of girl, dad

I want to be one of those guys who *just* gets better looking with age.

Pirates Kill 4 American Hostages Aboard Yacht

"My underwear" is the phrase for this evening. Modify a thread title to include "my underwear".

weird nail I pulled out of an OLD gate post - anybody know anything about old nails?

Musical Interlude for The People of Wisconsin: Triple Play

SNL parody of Bill O'Reilly/Obama interview

Union Protest at Indiana Statehouse

Thank You Shep Smith For Being Fair and Balanced On Wisconsin

Gordon: A Humorous Comparison of World Leaders

Ian's Pizza - Protests Powered by Pizza

Wisconsin, Egypt a New Revolutionary Home

The Misery Of Wealth

Thom Hartmann: Are The KOCH BROS. FINGERPRINTS All Over Scott Walker?

Preview of PBS Frontline documentary about Egyptian revolution

Anti-Walker Rally Outside The Capitol – Madison, WI | February 21, 2011

American Federation of Teachers' Randi Weingarten on PBS NewsHour

Arizona Russell Pearce Welcome To Arizona!

Government Shutdown Possible as Congress Debates Budget Cuts

PBS NewsHour: Briefs from around the world (February 21, 2011)

War Spending and the Budget 'Crisis' in Wisconsin

People & Power - Blood and Dust

China-state owned Cnooc Ltd. Buys 33% Stake In Chesapeake Energy's Eagle Ford Shale For $1.08 B

China Buying Texas Oil Fields

How Much Teachers Earn in Wisconsin

Rachel Maddow Will Democrats rally for their base

S02E04 - H.R. 3 Compared to Hyde

60% Of Women Who Come To Planned Parenthood It's The Only Healthcare They Get

This is a Badger

MSNBC's Rachel Maddow: WI Gov. Scott Walker's past predicts his incompetence of today

PBS NEWSHOUR: Gov. Walker Rejects Compromise as Wisconsin Union Protests Continue

Washington stands with Wisconsin

Koch Brothers Behind WI Governor Walker's Union Busting

Tom Morello at the Wisconsin Capitol

Thom Hartmann: Government Shutdown looks the same as the GOP agenda

A message for Hillary

Pete Seeger on The Johnny Cash Show, March 4, 1970 - Worried Man

Nevadans rally in support of Wisconsin workers

Thom Hartmann: Tear Down this Myth

Music Video on Wisconsin public workers battle

LIBYA: Heavy Gun Battle Between Civilians and Security Forces in Tripoli

LIBYA: Armed Citizens Successfully Captured African Mercenaries

LIBYA: African Mercenaries Attack Demonstrators, People Running for their Lives

LIBYA: Protesters Take Control of the Martyr's Square in Triploi

GOP Rep. Bill Huzeinga: Raising retirement age no problem because 'I'm gonna be okay'

2011-02-19 - Capitol Rally - Raging Grannies sing

TDPS: Wisconsin budget "crisis" drastically overblown & caused by Scott Walker to extent it exists

BLUNT: Union(s) busting out all over

LIBYA: Protesters rally at Martyr's Square, Tripoli

LIBYA: Silent Streets of Tripoli

Hilarious. L O'D highlights new tell all book by Sarah Palin insider

Ohio Protesters Singing 'God Bless America'

Wisconsin Budget Bill Protest (from AFL-CIO). GREAT energy here...

LIBYA: Protesters rally at the Streets of Tripoli

Jesse Jackson Speech to 1988 Convention

LIBYA: Protesters rally at the Streets of Tripoli 2

LIBYA: La ville de Tobrouk, déjà libre de régime de Kadhafi 22.02.2011

LIBYA: Martyrs Rest In Peace, Benghazi

LIBYA: Military Unit From Jab'al AlAkhthar (Green Hill) Defect and Declare Support For the People

LIBYA: Resignation Of Internal Minister Of Libya

'This Land is Your Land' Tom Morello & Friends 2/21/11

TDPS: Follow the money, Scott Walker funded by Koch brothers & these PACs & sham groups

LIBYA: Infant Baby Killed In Benghazi - I'm not Gonna Sleep Tonight after Watching this :-(

Gaddafi Turns US and British Guns On His People

LIBYA: Mercenaries Attacking People In Benghazi, (yellow helmet) (17/2/2011)

Waldman Warns of Dangerous Precedent Hiding in H.R. 3

Mike Stark vs. Limbaugh: Rich shouldn't sacrifice; they're different.

TYT: High Schooler Crushes Fox News On Wisconsin Protests

Rare Film of JFK's Last Night Alive (No Audio)

Voices from Ohio Protest Against SB 5 #StandUpOH

Major Earthquake Hits Christchurch, New Zealand

Rachel Maddow Destroys Wisconsin's Gov Walker

Soros: Faux' 'Newspeak' Type Propaganda "Succeeded In Germany Where The Weimar Republic Collapsed"

City of Madison Police Officer Speaks Out!!

WI Budget Protests.mov

Shawn Hannity gets owned by Jesse Ventura on Shawn's own show

Dupe

Today=just another Monday you're glad Palin isn't in reach of the presidency?

HCL Tech (India) renews contract with state of Virginia

Presidential Books I Recommend

We may not like Predator Drones but I would argue that in Libya right now

"Hello, Mr. President,” she said, a phrase she hadn’t uttered in fifty years."

This is the real answer to solving budget woes of Wisconsin (and all other states)

consumer confidence jumped to highest level in three years

NYT: Koch Brothers Money Fuels Wisconsin Fight

Disgruntled Palin aid: She had Lasik surgery--but still wears glasses to look smarter

What Gov. Walker Won’t Tell You

Eugene Robinson: "This is pure, unadulterated union-busting..."

I wonder what Scott Walker's approval rating is in the state of Wisconsin

Elected. Not Elected. That is the Question. Damn if I know the answer...

The two largest deficit reducing bills in history came from...

Thom Hartmann: In Madison - Democracy is at stake here and America may never recover

He was not wildly popular to begin with.

**** Heads Up: Obama, Goolsbee take questions via Facebook re: small biz, Live 1pm EST ****

Political Cartoonist Tony Auth weighs in on Wisconsin

OMB Chief: 'Social Security isn't the problem"

Per Faux News, John Thune will NOT run for President in 2012. Just posted on his facebook.

The GOP’s Anti-Health Reform Crusade Now Brought To You By Industry Lobbyists

CORBETTREPORT: The Last Word on Terrorism

"Indiana Democrats Flee State To Shut Down Union-Busting Proposal"

Gary Hart: "Democracy Is the Worst Form of Government"

Scott "Hosni" Walker blocking access to pro-union Web site

Two more minutes and President of the World will be on.

Wake up America

What's up with Stephanie Miller's show with the stupid FART jokes

Thanks to Scott Walker, Barack Obama WON in 2012!!!!

House GOP refuses Reid proposal to keep government open during negotiations

Senator Kerry calls on oil companies to suspend Libya operations in response to violence there

USAT/GALLUP POLL: 61% oppose limits on union bargaining power

Insider for RNC: Walker may be hurting GOP chances in 2012

Photo: Because no one does a McConnell impersonation like...

Wisconsin’s Walker Signs Bill Requiring 2/3 Majority for Tax Increases

UNIONS and FDR

"The apology tour never happened"

Wisconsin poll: 52% oppose Walker's proposal, 58% oppose eliminating collective bargaining.

Letterman has the immoral Rummy on tonite.

It's Official: "Thune Will Not Run For President"

Assault on unions is an attack on basic civil rights

Military Involvement in Libya: What could be done?

America, you asked for it and you got. How do you like it?

Top Obama Economic Aide: Social Security Reform Not A Part Of Discussion On Fiscal Future

The US should not interfere with Libya

anyone remember USA bomb libya in 1980's Reagan ERA

If DU had been around in 1962, we'd have post after post condemning

Is the Obama Administration Soft on Gaddafi?

Haley Barbour Pledges to veto Mississippi License plate honoring the KKK

The conversation is no longer about Wisconsin's finances

Bad News for Walker (updated)

Wisconsin Representative Gordon Hintz: A new American Hero

Poll: Whites without college degrees especially pessimistic about economy

Thom Hartmann: Are Overpaid Unions Destroying America?

Footage of JFK's Last Night Made Public After 47 Years

OBAMACAR!

OBAMACAR!

A suggestion -- Obama can weigh in on collective bargaining without "interfering" in Wisconsin

Hitler Reacts - To the 14 Wisconsin Democrat State Senators

Theater Audience Boos Tea Party Billionaire David Koch

NWS warns that heavy spring flooding is likely

Peak oil review - February 21

Coral 'Network' Can Protect Asia-Pac Fish Stocks

…Researchers Report 6,000-Year Climate Record Suggests Longer Droughts, Drier Wet Periods for … (NW)

Head Of Oz Meteorology Bureau Slams Cardinal Of Sydney Over Climate Ignorance

BP’s Partner Says Eight Banks Back Australian Solar Project

Widespread "substantial safety hazard" with fuel control rods

USDA study confirms links between longer ragweed season and climate change

Transitioning to Organic Farming

A Nano-Solution to Global Water Problem: Nanomembranes Could Filter Bacteria

'Climategate' Undermined Belief in Global Warming among Many TV Meteorologists, Study Shows

Scott's Antarctic samples give climate clues (BBC)

GM crops continue spread, passing 'billion hectares' (BBC)

Repower America: A Budget Blow to Our Climate?

Power generated in California in 2009

Aborted/Stillborn Baby Dolphins Washing Ashore In MS/AL At 10X Normal Rate

At the end of the day, one truth remains:

your moment of arctic zen:

Solar businesses embrace less-developed regions

vilified by conservatives and banned by the U.S. government

Net Neutrality Republicans Have Been Bought by Cable Companies

Never forget: Reagan is the "culprit in chief" when it comes to the "current energy debacle"

Wisconsin: Another Propaganda Battle We Concede To Them !

Detroit to close half of all public schools, consolidate educational operations

Labor shortage hits China

Wisconsin Gov. Walker Endorses 'Lame Next Unions'

Gun safety, Texas-style

Analysis of the Global Insurrection Against Neo-Liberal Economic Domination (we are Egypt)

The NYT's journalistic obedience (Glenn Greenwald)

Koch Brothers Positioned To Be Big Winners If Keystone XL Pipeline Is Approved

Tech unemployment higher than white-collar average

In Wisconsin, the real struggle is over power

Walker proposes selling state-owned heating plants

Notorious Pro-Corporate Group ALEC's Hidden Role in Stoking Class War in Wisconsin & America

In Wisconsin, the real struggle is over power by Ezra Klein

At Grave Risk - Bob Herbert

Plutocracy Now: What Wisconsin Is Really About

Salon: New book about Sarah Palin confirms what you know about Sarah Palin

Libya: Commanders Should Face Justice for Killings

Gaddafi's Next Move: Sabotage Oil and Sow Chaos?

Is Walker cutting off the internet ALA Mubarak?

Indiana Democrats trigger Statehouse showdown over anti-union legislation

NPR's Chamber of Commerce spin: "Battles May Cripple A Weakened Labor Movement"

Money pollution: The U.S. Chamber of Commerce darkens the skies

Introducing The 'American Dream' Movement by Van Jones

At Grave Risk: Bob Herbert, NYT

Supreme Court hears soap opera story of interest to the tea party

This is What Autocracy Looks Like

Look down. See that? There, in the sand?

Justice Clarence Thomas' Silence Unmatched for 40 Years

Kicking The Hornet's Nest

Teahadist calls union people scum!

Obama's 'Apology Tour' Fact Checker

Absence of Al Jazeera English in U.S. is Troubling

When a Country Goes Insane

"Time to Reclaim the American Dream" -- Van Jones

Majority Report w/ Sam Seder is On The Air 11:30 AM est

Is this a good price for an AK?

Spam post of some obscure story where someone is less than fond of firearms.

Anyone have any experience with a Ruger LCP .380?

Democrats in Legislature push gun law changes (Iowa)

North Liberty to vote on gun ban (Iowa)

UTEP Students React to Possible TX Law Allowing Guns on Campus

hey guys:

House's failure to pass gun bill endangers Americans and Mexicans alike (Latina Lista)

HR 822: Concealed Carry Reciprocity Bill Introduced

Iowa: Give self defense/gun training to domestic violence victims, legislator says

Judge revives Tennessee gun rights lawsuit

Man Kills Dog In Self Defense

Bill Would Make Colt Arizona's Official Firearm

The US Campus Gun Debate: a timeline of campus shootings

Explain to me what is standing in the way of CCW on campus bill in Texas

Update: Lon Morris College student arrested after loaded AK-47 found in dorm room (TX)

Texas students speak out on the possibility of guns on campus

I want a big gun.

FSU Father Speaks Out Against Loosening Gun Laws (to allow concealed wepons on campus)

An automatic gun question:

Intl organization urges Colombia to protect journalists

Florida Sen. Marco Rubio’s Attempt to Stop Additional Travel to Cuba Halted

Cousin of Colombian ex-President Uribe jailed

Ex-Miss Colombia could be jailed over corruption scandal

US official: Brazil to get technology in jet deal

Analysis of the Global Insurrection Against Neo-Liberal Economic Domination

Honduras law let police be called on home smokers

A meeting of (diabolical) minds in the Dominican Republic ?

Venezuela protesters end 3-week hunger strike

Castro: US plans to invade Libya. Too early to criticize Libyan government

Chavez: What Bolivar is to us, Gadafi is to Lybia. (Spanish)

Nicaragua prez call Gaddafi to expresses support

Chavez fans wave meat at Venezuela hunger-strikers

Moammar Gadhafi International Human Rights Prize recipients (really!!!)

Nicaragua's Daniel Ortega Expresses Solidarity with Kaddafi

It's sure a slow time in sports. Two fuckin' NASCAR threads! n/m

Melo Dealt To The Knicks

Iowa State does it AGAIN!!!!

"Socialism, communism, whatever you want to call it, is never the answer."

I'm rooting for them to go 0-162.

Melo trade shows Cavs what might have been

Tebow: 'Much more prepared' to start in 2011

La Melodramma è finita!

Giants Brian Wilson parties with Charlie Sheen..

Kansas HB 2260 "Religious Freedom Restoration Act"

Possible Secular Liberal Parties/Candidates for Egyptian election?

Iran’s Khamenei blasts "cancerous" Israel

Chinese workers in Israel sign no-sex contract

Amidst Mideast Turmoil, Only Israel Galvanizes the UN Into Action

Hamas pours scorn on Fatah call for unity

Probe of leftist NGOs sunk after PM lifts party discipline on vote

A Romp Into Theories of the Cradle of Life

How much does a typical

Pentagon's Patents for Telekinetic Weapons Firing Systems, Telepathic Soldiers

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