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Robert Fisk: Even I question the 'truth' about 9/11

Published: 25 August 2007
Each time I lecture abroad on the Middle East, there is always someone in the audience – just one – whom I call the "raver". Apologies here to all the men and women who come to my talks with bright and pertinent questions – often quite humbling ones for me as a journalist – and which show that they understand the Middle East tragedy a lot better than the journalists who report it. But the "raver" is real. He has turned up in corporeal form in Stockholm and in Oxford, in Sao Paulo and in Yerevan, in Cairo, in Los Angeles and, in female form, in Barcelona. No matter the country, there will always be a "raver". (read more)

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Kristin Gore's New Book

If you read and enjoyed Kristin Gore's first novel "Sammy's Hill" as much as I did (read it before the movie comes out) - You'll be happy to know she's written a sequel!

"Sammy's House" is now out.

WHY MOMMY IS A DEMOCRAT

A different kind of children's book.

Why Mommy is a Democrat may look like a traditional children's book, but it definitely isn't just for children. With numerous subtle (and not-so-subtle) satirical swipes at the Bush administration and the Republican party, Why Mommy will appeal to Democrats of all ages!

Finally, a portion of the profits will be donated to Democratic candidates and party organizations, so your purchase will help make an immediate difference!
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Wow.. I didn't know McCain was 71!

Mr. McCain, Republican of Arizona, who will turn 71 on Wednesday, is hoping to become the oldest person ever elected to a first term as president. (more)

Which Giuliani would show up in the White House?

Rudy Giuliani was a gay rights friend in the past but now sees he must pander to the gay-hating right to get elected.. I wonder which Rudy would show up in the end?

via Andrew Sullivan's Daily Dish

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To Avoid Divorce, Move to Massachusetts

Massachusetts has Democrats, liberals, gay marriage, stem cell research, and the nation's lowest divorce rate
NY Times, Published: November 14, 2004

BOSTON — If blue states care less about moral values, why are divorce rates so low in the bluest of the blue states? It's a question that intrigues conservatives, as much as it emboldens liberals. (more)

Vick Case Jury

Apple finally takes on Excel

Introducing Numbers ’08, the spreadsheet you’ve been waiting for — and already know how to use. Innovative, powerful, and intuitive, Numbers ’08 lets you do everything from setting up your family budget to completing a lab report to creating detailed financial documents. (more)

Let's not forget Joe...

I think he'd make a nice VP.

Millionaire-Turned-Filmmaker Traces Iraq War

All Things Considered, August 23, 2007 · Charles Ferguson made his fortune as a software developer, then made an unlikely move to filmmaking. His documentary on the Iraq war, No End In Sight, tracks the process in Washington that led to the current situation in Iraq, and it breaks some new ground: Key decision-makers talk for the first time about the war and its aftermath. (more)

Toronto Film Fest announces lineup

The Toronto Film Festival has become one of the biggest and most significant in the world in terms of deals and distribution. The fest recently announced its lineup, and it features some gay-related and gay-interest films in the bunch. (more)

"God's Christian Warriors" Battle Against Gay Rights

AfterElton.com August 22, 2007
Tonight CNN airs the third part of their three-part documentary series God’s Warriors which examines the impact of religious fundamentalists around the world. Parts one and two focused on Muslim and Jewish fundamentalists while this evening’s concluding segment examines Christian fundamentalists in America. (more)

Family Guy - The Office

I love Family Guy and I love The Office... it's a win/win!

Cheney in 1994 on Iraq

If you haven't already seen this. Funny how accurate Dick was. Of course, anything is worth doing if it fills his pocketbook.

Mike Gravel Writes better than he debates

Hillary Chooses States Rights Over Gay Rights
Posted August 14, 2007 |Huffington Post

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During last week's historic gay debate, Hillary Clinton dredged up the old states rights argument when justifying her opposition to gay marriage. Apparently she thinks that the second class citizenship of gays and lesbians is a matter for the states to decide.

By drawing upon the language of states rights, Hillary embraces the tradition of John Calhoun and the defenders of slavery along with Strom Thurmond and the segregationists. Throughout our nation's history, every time national public opinion turns against oppression, opponents of progress use states rights to present themselves as defenders of liberty in the face of federal power. (read more)

A Little More About Jodie

from After Ellen:

The latest issue of More magazine features a lengthy interview with Jodie Foster, who also graces their cover:

Most of the interview is about Jodie's career and her new movie The Brave One (opening Sept. 14), which I'm definitely planning to see based on the poster alone (and because, well, it's Jodie). But the interviewer does slip in a few personal questions, like these:

Let's talk about your ring.
This one? [Proffers left hand] It's Tiffany, an eternity ring.

You're wearing it on your wedding ring finger.
I am. I've always worn a ring. Even taking photos. Even on magazine covers. I don't take it off.

Don't you think wearing a ring like that raises questions?
Well, but that's my life. ... My life is my life. I'm not going to change my life for anybody. I just don't talk about my dad, my health, who I voted for or what I think of the death penalty because that would be trivializing my life, selling it for a magazine. I don't have any problems with anybody reporting on my life. It's just that I'm not going to bring my family into that. The number-one reason for that is: Why would I invite — encourage — more people to sit outside my door and wait for my children to go to school? I don't have any desire to participate in it.

And this one:

When I interviewed you in 1994, you scoffed at the idea of cosmetic surgery. Now, as the crow's feet start to appear, have you adjusted your stance?
Nah. It's not my thing. I don't have anything against it for other people. Whatever they want to do, I'm fine with it. For me, it's really a self-image thing. Like, I'd rather have somebody go, "Wow, that girl has a big nose" than "Wow, that girl has a bad nose job." I'd rather have a comment about who I am than about something that identifies me as being ashamed of who I am.

Never mind Jodie's "eternity ring" — where do I get her decoder ring? She wears a wedding ring, but she won't acknowledge she's married. Her kids share her partner's last name, but she won't admit she even has a partner. She won't get plastic surgery because she's not ashamed of who she is, but she won't tell anyone who she really is, either. I give up.

What a wonderful world

If you need a pick me up, watch this amazing hand puppet show.

America To The Rescue

Jon Stewart's History Lesson on how the US has been screwing up the middle east for years.

Are civil unions a 600-year-old tradition?

from physorg.com
A compelling new study from the September issue of the Journal of Modern History reviews historical evidence, including documents and gravesites, suggesting that homosexual civil unions may have existed six centuries ago in France. The article is the latest from the ongoing “Contemporary Issues in Historical Perspective” series, which explores the intersection between historical knowledge and current affairs. (more)

Leo On Global Warming

Leonardo DiCaprio's The 11th Hour
Opening LA and NY, August 17th

"The 11th Hour" is a feature length documentary concerning the environmental crises caused by human actions and their impact on the planet. "The 11th Hour" documents the cumulative impact of these actions upon the planet's life systems and calls for restorative action through a reshaping of human activity.

God's Warriors

CNN is running a documentary series on Jewish, Muslim and Christian religious radicals and mix with politics called God's Warriors. Each night focuses on a different religion. I've seen parts one and two so far.. very interesting. Also see a little QnA with the host, Amanpour, here.

Sidenote: Ever wonder about Christiane Amanpour's accent? Seem she was born in London to a British mother and Iranian father, lived in Iran as a Christian child and went to college in America.

Gayest Host Ever?

If you haven't already, check out the hot new WHAT THE BUCK you tube show. The host is flaming but kind of amusing. (watch here)

About Buck:
Michael Buckley is the host and writer of WHAT THE BUCK, the popular celebrity news program. Whether accusing David Beckham of playing with Tom Cruise's balls or warning Jennifer Hudson that Beyonce wants to kill her, Mr. Buckley is not afraid to tell stars to go Buck themselves! Buck covers all the hot topics of the week and will simply make stuff up if the real news sucked that week! You can also watch Buck on The Fizz which airs on DirectTV. Buck can also be heard on Leeza Gibbons radio show Hollywood Confidential.

Nurse for a Day

I thought this was kinda cool. Hillary shadows a Nurse for a day. Can you imagine if you're in the hospital and in walks Hillary Clinton? If only dubya would shadow a soldier in Iraq for a day.

Say it ain't so!

I saw this on Bilerico this morning.

Solid Gold Rumors About Karl & His 'Family'

It's (almost) official: Karl Rove is gay. If you believe Jeff Gannon's former employer, Talon News, that is.

DC gossip Wonkette is reporting (and Talon is sort of confirming) that Gannon is planning a 'tell-all' book about Rove which will say that Bush's brain - who orchestrated some of the most anti-gay political strategies in history - liked White House sleepovers . . . with Gannon. Karl, it seems, was a customer of Gannon's, and enjoyed the occassional rendez-vous with the former hooker, "including several overnight stays in the White House Buchanan bedroom." more

Man, I am sick of self-hating gays going after the rest of us. What the hell is that about?

For you Jodie Foster Fans

Looks interesting... Jodie's new movie, the Brave One I don't care for the haircut but still looks pretty good. Is it me or is she usually the only major star in her movies anymore? Not that they are needed but it would be cool to have bigger names play her love interest or the cop. I personally think the fact that she's never played an adult lesbian is one of the biggest clues she is one. Although her kids have pretty much outed her already since both her sons have the middle name of her partner, Cydney Bernard.

My Favorite YouTube Clips

You must watch these. You must:

The Evolution of Dance:
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Boston Legal: You Must:
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Flight of the ConCords:
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Cute Cats: (I couldn't resist)
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My idea of art

I love this.

Another Reason FOX Noise Sucks

FOX ATTACKS IRAN

"My station was intimidated by the administration and its foot soldiers at FOX News."

That is CNN's Christiane Amanpour explaining why the major television networks failed to accurately inform the public in the lead-up to the Iraq war, choosing instead to follow FOX's lead. See the video comparison of Fox’s IRAQ coverage of 2004 and their IRAN coverage of today ... READ MORE

What Happened to Freedom?

As you will find in today’s Washington Post “White House Manual Details How to Deal With Protesters” The White House has a PLAN as to how to keep poor little Georgie from having to see such awful sights.. as.. oh.. the good ol freedom of speech..
“Not that they're worried or anything. But the White House evidently leaves little to chance when it comes to protests within eyesight of the president. As in, it doesn't want any.” READ HERE

GirlTrash!

Season one of this awesome webisode series is complete. Episodes are only a few minutes long and are hilarious and full of great cameos. If you only have a few minutes.. perfect...

“Set in the criminal underworld of Los Angeles with a dark but over the top Miami Vice vibe, Girltrash! follows the story of five ass-kicking girls, getting by any way they can, even if it means double crossing your best friend or former lover. A gang war is brewing. You'll be asked to...Pick a side."
watch them here

Reality TV.. love it or hate it

Reality TV is the worst thing ever, except when it’s the best thing. Here’s my line between the two:

Good Reality TV:

Little People, Big World: Great show on TLC about a married couple of little people and their kids (some little, some not).
My Life on the D List: Kathy Griffin cracks me up
Family Jewels: Who knew Gene Simmons’ kids would be more normal than Ozzy’s? And on A&E no less!
Project Runway: The one that started a lot of Bravo’s lesser copycats. “Make it Work!”
Workout: Main character is a sexy, ripped, lesbian.. nuff said
Queer Eye for the Straight Guy: great show.. and like all proper ladies, knew when it was time to leave.
Survivor: Season One
The Amazing Race: I think I could do this one.


BAD Reality TV:

The Girls Next Door: Hugh Hefner’s taste is off. These girls are so lame.
Any Dating Show: Age of Love, or Date some burnt out loser, the bachelor, the bachlorette, Flavor of love, Scott Baio, geez.... a little dignity would be nice.
Any Talent Show: What in the world did American Idol start?
Any Cooking Show: I can’t taste it so why do I care?
Hey Paula: Hey Paula.. um.. you’re boring... and weird.
Survivor: All the rest
The Two Coreys: I watched once... once.
The Surreal Life: is a little bit like a car wreck.. you have to peak.
Any Weight Loss Show. How desperate do you need to be for a job? Oh yeah.. Screech was on there.