Was 9/11 An Inside Job?

Well, was it?

Why the 911 Truth Movement 'Cannot be Stopped'

There remains probable cause to indict and charge top officials, George W. Bush himself, for the crimes we call '911'. And, last time I checked, there was no 'statute of limitation' on mass murder, war crimes [see: US Codes, Title 18, Section 2441] or high treason! The evidence against Bush, Cheney and a gang of NEOCON crooks will prove in court that [...]

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Not Giving Up

George W. Bush has been very quiet since leaving office.  He's out of hiding, back doing speeches, and some things never change.

Bush still pre-screening questions at speaking events.

Throughout George W. Bush’s presidency, his handlers always made a special effort to ensure his appearances with regular Americans were scripted in such a way that shined the best possible light on Bush and his polices. Whether he was meeting troops in Iraq, leading “Ask President Bush” re-election campaign events, or trying to sell his [...]

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Back To Bush

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The push is on to delve back into the inner workings of the Bush administration, looking for illegal activities, things that could end up in court. Is it worth it? I'm trying a new comment system, Disqus. Let's see if it works!

Two Thirds Want Investigations

The USAT runs with two stories today on the subject of the public's willingness to investigate Bush administration illegalities. Our friends at Gallup asked over a thousand respondents at the end of January about their support for [...]

Good Reading

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Here's your Monday evening reading assignment.  Something to occupy your time, perhaps, while you watch the Obama news conference.  It's an open letter to the President from a young Army veteran.

Keeping the Faith: A Letter to President Obama

Dear President Obama, This letter comes to you from an unlikely supporter: a young Iraq War vet from the blood-red state of Texas. As an Army recruit in basic training, I cast my vote for George W. Bush in 2004 because I felt he was the best choice for a responsible prosecution of the wars in Iraq and Afghanistan. Five years and a combat tour later, I have come to understand the [...]

The Final Newser

 President Bush held his final confab with reporters today. I caught part of it on the TV machine.  It was, as this blogger suggests, quite interesting.

What a Tool

Bush held his final news conference this morning. I sadly missed it but will watch it online. Various websites are reporting the "highlights." Bush On Katrina: ‘Don’t Tell Me The Federal Response Was Slow’ Bush: It ‘may be fair’ to say that ‘Republicans don’t like immigrants.’ Asked about WMDs, Bush grins: 'Things didn't go according to plan.' Other notable comments: "Clearly putting a[...]

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Drawing To A Close...

A fond look back on the George W. Bush presidency.

Bushisms Over The Years

President George W. Bush will leave behind a legacy of Bushisms, the label stamped on the commander in chief's original speaking style. Some of the president's more notable malaprops and mangled statements: "I know the human being and fish can [...]

More analysis of an administration:

AP examines Bush's legacy through the lens of his personality

This is a very painful piece to read. It's all about your president's personality. Shortened version: Bush doesn't like people to be late, he mangles words, he cries a lot and he likes to exercise. But, the conclusion is classic: [...]

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Happy New Year!!!

 For some of you, 2008 has already become history, for others (like me) we still have a few hours to go. Since we seldom stay up to celebrate the actual arrival of the new year, we'll call this our New Year's post - at least for now.  I figure the new year can't be any worse than 2008.  I hope.  However, it is disconcerting to see that Microsoft is going to lay off 17% of its staff in January. First a rumor, now confirmed they say.

And, the Middle East continues to make headlines. As does President Bush.

Bush Refuses To Interrupt His Final Vacation As Middle East Crisis Escalates

In an effort to “prevent Palestinians from attacking towns in southern Israel” with rockets, Israel today undertook its third day of offensive military airstrikes in the Palestinian territory of Gaza, raising the death toll to more than 300. The Palestinian casualty numbers have been described as the highest over such a brief period since the [...]

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Running The Numbers

 In case you're keeping track...

America can’t wait for Bush to leave.

A new CNN/Opinion Research Corp. poll finds that 75 percent of Americans are glad President Bush is leaving office; just 23 percent indicated that they will miss him. CNN notes that when Clinton left office, more Americans — 45 percent — said they would miss him. Twenty-eight percent also believe that Bush is the worst [...]

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The Big Picture

We now have the "official" presidential portrait.  And, he appears to be one happy, contented, Texas dude.

Bush’s Official Portrait: What, Him Worry?

President George W. Bush's two terms in office have been marked by wars, a global financial crisis, and a steady stream of political opposition. But his official portrait, unveiled Friday at the National Portrait Gallery, shows him [...]

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Icy Evening

For what it's worth, we're icing up around these parts - the interstates are littered with crashes and schools are already closing for Tuesday.  Good night to be inside. I do love it when people do their research and catch politicians in a little white lie.

Bush Rewrites History: ‘I Never Said The Taliban Was Eliminated’

Early this morning, during a press conference in Kabul with Afghan President Karzai, President Bush attempted to paper over his previous declarations of victory over the now-resurgent Taliban. Bush claimed emphatically, “I never said the Taliban was eliminated.” Watch it: In fact, Bush used the word “eliminated” to describe the state of the Taliban on [...]

On The Road

President Bush hit the road, secretly, overnight.  Grabbing Air Force One for an unannounced jaunt to Iraq, toting a group of sworn-to-secrecy reporters with him. It's his right, as President, but it just seems a bit self-serving - with so little time left in his administration, and no real purpose for the visit.

Bush Does "Victory Lap" In Iraq

On a farewell trip to Iraq, President George W. Bush said Sunday the war has been hard, but was necessary to protect the U.S. and give Iraqis hope for a peaceful future.Bush visited the Iraqi capital just 37 days before he hands the war off to President-elect Barack Obama, who has pledged to end it. At the end of nearly two hours of meetings at an ornate, marble-floored palace along the shores of [...]

UPDATE: An Iraqi Journalist (that's what the TV is saying) tossed a shoe at Bush during the press conference!

Man throws shoes at Bush in Iraq

A man threw his shoes at President George W. Bush and was dragged away by security officials during the president's farewell trip to Iraq. The incident occurred as Bush was appearing Sunday with Iraqi Prime Minister Nouri al-Maliki. Bush ducked and wasn't [...]

Remembering Bush

His legacy will be what?

Voinovich warns President that he may be remembered as ‘George Herbert Hoover Bush.’

In his closed-door meeting with Senate Republicans on Wednesday, Vice President Dick Cheney urged them to get behind the auto rescue package. “If we don’t do this, we will be known as the party of Herbert Hoover forever,” Cheney said. Ignoring the White House’s plea, Senate Republicans have declared their interest in union-busting rather than [...]

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Ancient History

Aw, heck.  That was eight years ago.  That's a l-o-n-g time. Right?

Bush's New Neighborhood Barred Non-Whites Until 2000

Until 2000, the neighborhood association's covenant said only white people were allowed to live there, though an exception was made for servants [...]

George W. Bush and those whites-only Texas suburbs

At a cursory glance, the news about George W. Bush moving into a former whites-only enclave in Texas called Preston Hollow looks to be one of those minor, one-day stories. After all, it's not as if these kinds of covenants are still in existence or are being enforced, right?[...]

It's Midday Already!

Monday midday and I just got a text message saying there's a bit of snow in our forecast Tuesday, as a cold front moves through.  That might be a nice Christmas touch for those of use here in the South!  Trying to skim through Bloglines and it's been a quiet Monday morning - but the Bush Administration has been busy!

Burrowing watch: Bush appointed 18 administation officials last Tuesday alone.

With only 44 days left in office, President Bush continues to “burrow” people into government positions that will continue long after President-elect Obama is sworn in. “All told, Mr. Bush has made roughly 30 personnel moves since the November election, some in nominations that will require Senate approval, and others in direct appointments that will [...]

Tuesday? Really?

I'm still hobbling back to the reality that it's the second of December already.  The holiday last week completely destroyed my internal calendar.  Checking the printed one, hanging on the refrigerator, I can confirm that the weekend is over, we managed to get through Monday, and Tuesday is here.  Actually, since I'm running at slow speed this morning, Tuesday is almost halfway finished.  That is not a good thing, considering the list of things I hope to accomplish today this afternoon.  So, with that in mind, here's a morsel for your noontime reading.  It falls into the category of "you didn't think this would really come to trial, did you?"

Judge dismisses indictments against Cheney and Gonzales.

Yesterday, a Texas judge dismissed indictments brought against Vice President Dick Cheney and former Attorney General Alberto Gonzales. Willacy County District Attorney Juan Angel Guerra had accused the two men of holding responsibility for prisoner abuse at privately-run federal prisons in the county. “I suggest on behalf of the law that you not present any [...]

Honesty, The Best Policy

A surprising (in my estimation) admission from George W. Bush:

Bush admits ‘I was unprepared for war.’

In an interview with ABC News that will air tonight, President Bush admits that he was unprepared to be Commander-in-Chief when he was elected: “I think I was unprepared for war,” Bush told ABC News’ Charlie Gibson in an interview airing today on “World News.” “In other words, I didn’t campaign and say, ‘Please vote for [...]

The Issue of Loyalty

President Bush is big on loyalty. No doubt about it.  He thinks it's served him well.  But, has it?

Overrated loyalty

George W. Bush's fascination with "loyalty" is practically legendary. The president considers it the single most important trait a person in public service can have, far exceeding competence and qualification. Bush, for example, picked Dick Cheney because he [...]

Just A Handshake

Sometimes, what doesn't happen says more that what DOES happen!

World leaders refuse to shake Bush’s hand during G20 photo-op.

CNN’s Rick Sanchez highlighted yesterday that during last weekend’s G20 Economic Summit, leaders from around the world refused to acknowledge or shake hands with President Bush as they walked on stage for a photo-op. As Sanchez explained, everyone was “greeting each other and shaking hands, but Bush walks with his head down like the dejected [...]

UPDATE: So, it really wasn't the snub seen 'round the world, after all.

A New Low

While we're voting and counting, guess who just scored a new low in the polls?

As voters go to polls to pick his successor, Bush approval hits lowest ever recorded for a President

....As Americans are turning out to the polls in record numbers, Bush's approval rating, according to the latest CBS News tracking poll, has dipped to 20%, the lowest ever recorded for a president. His disapproval rating of 72% matches his all-time high, reached [...]

New Numbers

And the trends continue. Thank goodness the Stock Market had a great day, or this would be REALLY depressing.

Record 90 percent of voters say country is seriously off track.

According to a new ABC poll, 90 percent of registered voters say the country is going in the wrong direction. Only 23 percent approve of President Bush: Given the global economic crisis, a record 90 percent of registered voters say the country is seriously off on the wrong track, the most since this question first [...]