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Back Door Reparations ? Pigford II – USDA Settlement

Tuesday, February 23, 2010

TownHall.com | 2/23/2010 | Regis Matejcik

Last Thursday, February 18th, 2010; the United States Department of Agriculture agreed to pay “Black Farmers” an additional 1.25 billion dollars to settle a previously “settled” class action discrimination suit. This “settlement” is emblematic of everything wrong with the current state of Government in the United States. It is rife with corruption, crony-ism, racial exploitation, and legislative pandering. If one is to wonder what is the motivating force behind the phenomenon of the Tea Party movement, this case provides a strikingly clear illustration.

Mark Steyn: Celebrate Diversity Unto Death

Tuesday, February 23, 2010 by neverdem ·

National Review Online | February 23, 2010 | Mark Steyn

I pretty much said what I had to say about the Fort Hood massacre in the first couple of weeks, because it was perfectly obvious within about 48 hours that 14 people (including an unborn child) had died so that “diversity” might live. As is the way, the official version is taking longer to catch up to what anyone not marinated in brain-eating PC mush could see from the get-go. The Boston Globe has a story on a new army report, unfortunately completed too late for last month’s whitewash: An obvious problem child spouting extremist views, Hasan made numerous statements…

THE SAVAGE NATION!!!!!! 2-23-10

Tuesday, February 23, 2010 by dynachrome ·

www.michaelsavage.wnd.com | 2-23-10 | Dr. Michael Savage

Protestant Bishop Margot Kaessman arrested for drink driving in Germany

Tuesday, February 23, 2010 · by iowamark ·

London Times | 02/23/2010 | Roger Boyes

When police stopped the head of Germany’s Protestant church and breath-tested Bishop Margot Kaessman it might haveseemed like sacrilege. But the country’s equivalent of the Archbishop of Canterbury was arrested for drink driving and is now fighting to save her reputation. Since she was pulled over in Hanover at eleven o’clock on Saturday evening, the various accounts of inebriation have grown steadily bleaker, and the outspoken cleric’s story has become front page news.

Transsexual Performer Throws Up on Susan Sarandon (On Purpose – Far-Left Sarandon Loved It)

Tuesday, February 23, 2010 · by MindBender26 ·

NY Press

Last night at (New York City nightclub) The Box’s third anniversary party, actress Susan Sarandongot a special gift in the form of a lap full of vomit. By some stroke of luck, the messenger of the on-purpose puke was Rose Wood, one of our favorite local cabaret performers. We caught up with Wood, who was about to drift off to sleep just as we rang, to find out what went down. “[It was a] fitting time for an outrageous act: the third anniversary of The Box. Everybody wants to offer safe and ordinary, not The Box! So thank you.

ABC New Cuts: This Doesn’t Have Anything to do with Seniority or How Much Anybody Gets Paid

Tuesday, February 23, 2010 · by Beaten Valve ·

TV Newser | Feb. 23, 2010 | Chris Ariens

ABC News employees will soon be getting a letter in the mail asking them if they’d like to giveup their jobs. It is part of a massive reorganization — the size of which has not seen in news division president David Westin’s13 years at the helm. Some of the changes take effect tomorrow. “World News with Diane Sawyer” and “Good Morning America,” which had separate weekday and weekend staffs, will now be one. The EP of Weekend GMA, Andrew Morse will now report to the weekday senior EP, Jim Murphy.

Days of Praise [Creation Devotional]

Tuesday, February 23, 2010 · by Sopater ·

Institute for Creation Research | February 23 | Henry Morris, Ph.D.

Enduring Forever February 23, 2010 ”O give thanks unto the God of heaven: for his mercy endurethfor ever.” (Psalm 136:26) This is the final verse in the unique Psalm 136 in which all 26 verses end with the thrilling testimony: “His mercy endureth for ever!” This same affirmation occurs 15 more times in the Old Testament. How important it must be for us to remember forever that God’s “lovingkindness” (same word as “mercy”) does endure forever!

AZ-Sen. 2010: McCain will attend White House health summit (will Obamacare go bipartisan?)

Tuesday, February 23, 2010 · by rabscuttle385 ·

The Washington Post | 2010-01-23 | Shailagh Murray

Senate Minority Leader Mitch McConnell (R-Ky.) announced the members of the Senate Republican delegation to Thursday’s White House health-care summit, and the list includes Sen. John McCain (R-Ariz.). The Arizona Republican is not known as a health-care expert. But as the Republican presidential nominee in 2008, McCain offered a sweeping reform plan with some elements that overlap with the Obama proposal, and others that would have represented a radical departure from the current system.

Insight for Leaders [Devotional]

Tuesday, February 23, 2010 · by Sopater ·

Literature Ministries International | February 23 | A. W. Tozer

February 23 The Holy Spirit: UngiftedHands For it is God who works in you both to will and to do for His good pleasure. –Philippians 2:13 The important thing is that the Holy Spirit desires to take us and control us and use us as instruments and organs through whom He can express Himself in the body of Christ.

America Rising: Ithaca’s New 12-Gauge Phoenix Shotgun

Tuesday, February 23, 2010 · by onona ·

Human Events | 02/23/2010 | Irwin Greenstein

There are no signs on the factory at 420 North Walpole Street in Upper Sandusky, Ohio, but open the old door and the pungent smell of machine oil is your first hint that the Ithaca shotgun is being re-born. This rambling building that once housed a rolling rink, an automotive center and mold-making operation has been transformed into the backbone of the Ithaca Gun Company. Hard-working American men and women, like so many discarded in the upheaval of globalization, are now devoting their full measure of sweat and muscle to manufacture a new 100-percent American-built over/under shotgun code-named Phoenix.

Recession Tightens Grip on State Tax Revenues

Tuesday, February 23, 2010 · by Leisler ·

New York Times | February 22, 2010 | MICHAEL COOPER

he recession can now claim another troublesome record: state tax collections shrank at the end of 2009 for a fifth consecutive quarter, the longest period of continuing state revenue declines since at least the Great Depression, according to a new report. The revenue decline comes despite the tax increases imposed by many states since the recession began. With less tax money coming into state treasuries and expenses for programs like Medicaid continuing to mount, many states will probably be forced to consider further tax increases, spending cuts and layoffs.

ANOTHER GOVERNMENT ‘FIX’ BECOMES ANOTHER GOVERNMENT FAILURE

Tuesday, February 23, 2010 · by Patriot1259 ·

The Cypress Times | 2/23/10 | Norvell S. Rose

How many times must we learn the painful lesson? What will it take for us to recognize the near-universal rule governing the outcome of any unwieldy Washington-driven “reform” effort? That rule is: When the government attempts a big fix for something, watch out below! Duck and cover! Run for your liberty-loving life! The fix will, in all likelihood, come crashing down around us; even as seemingly oblivious lawmakers continue to pat themselves on the back for a job well done.

How Far Is the U.S. From Becoming Another Greece?

Tuesday, February 23, 2010 · by arthurus ·

Seeking Alpha | February 22, 2010 | Daryl Montgomery

The only difference between Greece’s blatant manipulation and falsification of its government statistics and what takes place in a number of other countries is that Greece got caught. Greece’s phony numbers have finally blown up in its face and this has led to the current crisis in the euro zone and an approximate 10% sell off…U.S. budget figures don’t look particularly good at the moment. There will be as much as a $1.6 trillion dollar deficit in fiscal year 2010, which ends on September 30th. The official national debt could easily reach $14 trillion by the end of the year.

Retiring senators: Why are so many calling it quits?

Tuesday, February 23, 2010 · by NormsRevenge ·

CSM on Yahoo | 2/23/10 | Gail Russell Chaddock

Washington – “I do not loveCongress.” Call it the shot heard round the Capitol. With a $13 million war chest and a lead in the polls, Sen. Evan Bayh (D) of Indiana appeared on track to reelection – until he decided that he’d had enough of what the Senate had become. “I am not motivated by strident partisanship or ideology,” he said at a Feb. 15 press conference. … To date, 12 senators have announced retirements – the second-highest number of Senate retirees in 75 years. The high-water mark was 13 departures in 1996.

Supreme Court considers terrorism support law

Tuesday, February 23, 2010 · by NormsRevenge ·

Reuters on Yahoo | 2/23/10 | James Vicini

WASHINGTON (Reuters) – Supreme Court justices on Tuesday questioned whether a law that bars Americans from providing support to foreign terrorist groups violated constitutional rights of free speech and association. Some justices seemed concerned the law outlawed the provision to such groups even of advice about lawful advocacy, such as petitioning the United Nations or filing legal briefings in American courts. The hour-long arguments represented the first test to reach the Supreme Court after the September 11, 2001, attacks pitting First Amendment rights of free speech and association against government efforts to fight terrorism.

ScottBrownForPresident.com domain name for sale (Browniacs Jumping Ship)

Tuesday, February 23, 2010 · by nhwingut ·

ScottBrownforPresident.com | 02/23/10 | hollywoodmeme

Scott Brown and four other Republicans have joined the Democrats to end debate on a phony jobs bill that even the Associated Press points out would create an insignificant number of jobs. Perhaps Mr. Brown should run as a Independent in 2012. ScottBrownForPresident.com is for sale, email us if you are interested.

Wyoming lawmakers eye ‘cowboy ethics’ code

Tuesday, February 23, 2010 · by JoeProBono ·

| Feb 23 | MATT JOYCE

CHEYENNE, Wyo. (AP) — Some members of the Wyoming Legislature want to instill “cowboy ethics” in state law, lest lawmakers and citizens forget the state’s western roots. The code would stress the importance of living with courage, keeping promises, finishing what you start and saying more by talking less. Based on the “Code of the West” outlined in a 2004 book called “Cowboy Ethics” by James Owen, a retired Wall Street investor from Texas, Senate File 51 galloped through the Wyoming Senate last week and on Monday lassoed unanimous approval from the House Minerals Committee.

Man sues KC Royals mascot after being hit with errant wiener

Tuesday, February 23, 2010 · by llevrok ·

Yahoo Big League Stew | 2/24/10

If there’s anything more American than shooting and throwing encased meats into a throng of loud and hungry people, it’s silly-sounding lawsuits that make for good headlines on Internet websites. And, well, hot dog! Wouldn’t you know that we’re finally receiving a beautiful combination of the two? According to a lawsuit filed in Jackson County, Missouri, a Kansas City Royals fan is suing the team for $25,000 for negligence and battery.

Gas prices in Chicago to top $3

Tuesday, February 23, 2010 · by reaganwasright1980 ·

Chicago Sun Times | 2/23/2010

Gas prices are headed up to above $3 a gallon for regular, and experts say it isn’t because of higher demand. The average per-gallon price of unleaded regular gasoline in Chicago jumped 10 cents in the last week to $2.82, which is 84 cents higher than a year ago, according to AAA, the Oil Price Information Service and Wright Express. Nationally, the price is $2.65 a gallon, up 3 cents a gallon from last week and 73 cents a gallon higher than a year ago.

Bristol Palin to Act on The Secret Life of the American Teenager

Tuesday, February 23, 2010 · by kcvl ·

Bristol Palin, eldest daughter of former vice presidential candidate Sarah Palin, is scheduled to guest star on an upcoming episode of ABC Family’s The Secret Life of the American Teenager, the network announced Tuesday. The appearance will mark the dramatic acting debut of the teen mom, who will play herself. “I am thrilled to be on this show and to be a part of a program that educates teens and young adults about he consequences of teen pregnancy,” Palin, 19, said in a statement.

Vandals Strike Andy Griffith Statue

Tuesday, February 23, 2010 · by lowbridge ·

www.wxii12.com | Feb. 23, 2010 | Tom Joyce

The familiar statue of Andy and Opie that greets those passing by the SurryArts Council building on Rockford Street has a noticeably different look due to being painted red and green during a weekend vandalism. “It’s very disappointing,” Arts Council Executive Director Tanya Jones said Monday of an act that will require a huge expense to correct. “It’s disheartening that you’ve got people out here in the community that would do that,” said Lt. Jeff Inman of the Mount Airy Police Department, which is investigating the crime.

Scott Brown: ‘I am a fiscal conservative’ (The RINO con continues)

Tuesday, February 23, 2010· by tobyhill ·

Lonely Conservative | 1/31/2010 | Lonely Conservative

The first big headline I saw from Scott Brown’s interview with Barbara Walters is that he didn’t rule out running for president some day. I read the transcript of the interview, and two of the things Brown said jumped out at me. “Everyone really is the 41st senator. And what it means is that now there will be full and fair debate. And there will be no more closed — behind closed doors actions.And make no mistake, I am a fiscal conservative. And when it comes to issues affecting people’s pockets, and pocketbooks, and wallets, I’ll be with the Republicans.

“Brown’s Betrayal” Highlights Principle Battle

Tuesday, February 23, 2010· by Walter Scott Hudson ·

Fightin Words | February 23, 2010 | Walter Scott Hudson

This writer first became aware of Scott Brown crossing party lines to vote for Obama’s “jobs” bill when invited to join a Facebook group called “STOP Scott Brown!” The consensus of comments on the page concluded Brown had betrayed his declared principles by voting for what is widely regarded as another stimulus bill. AllahPundit of HotAiroffers an alternativeperspective: Well, look. Obviously he needs to signal the left-leaning indies back home who voted for him that he’ll break their way sometimes. Even armed with a huge war chest for 2012, he ain’t getting reelected as a party-line Republican.

Plans for $1bn US embassy in London include $30m moat to foil bombers

Tuesday, February 23, 2010 · by Former Military Chick ·

The Australian | February 24, 2010 8:01AM | Catherine Philp

THE UNITED States has unveiled plans for its new $1 billion high-security embassy in London – the most expensiveit has ever built. The proposals were met withrelief from both the present embassy’s Mayfair neighbours and the residents and developers of the Battersea wasteland where the vast crystalline cube, surrounded by a moat, will be built. The decision to abandon the former site in GrosvenorSquare by 2016 came after a prolonged battle with residents angered by the security measures demanded after the September 11 attacks.

Governor Signs Delaware Right-to-Carry Reform Bill!

Tuesday, February 23, 2010· by neverdem ·

NRA – ILA | February 23, 2010 |

·11250 Waples Mill Road · Fairfax, Virginia 22030 ·800-392-8683 Governor Signs Delaware Right-to-Carry Reform Bill! Tuesday, February 23, 2010 Please Thank the Governor Today!NRA-ILA is happy to report that Governor Jack Markell (D) has signed House Bill 258 into law.HB258 will extend the validity of a concealed carry permit from 2 years to 3 years for initial licenses and 3 years to 5 years for renewal licenses. Thank you to all of the NRA members who answered the call to action in support of HB258. This victory would not have been possible without you.Please contact Governor Markell and thank him.

Your White House summit agenda

Tuesday, February 23, 2010 · by Free ThinkerNY ·

politico.com | Feb. 23, 2010 | Chris Frates

By the looks of it, the White House healthreform summit has been designed to preserve President Obama’s home court advantage. The president, Vice President Biden and Health and Human Services Secretary Kathleen Sebelius will get the first word on every topic during Thursday’s meeting. Negotiating the meeting’s logistics likely made My Big Fat Greek Wedding look like an elementary school field trip. The agenda: 1. Discussion: a. The President will offer opening comments, followed by Republican and Democratic Members chosen by their colleagues. b. They’ll then move to discussions around four themes: i. Controlling costs

John McCain Unveils New Branding Initiative by OVO (say what?)

Tuesday, February 23, 2010 · by pissant ·

PR Web | 2/23/10 | staff

Phoenix, AZ (PRWEB) February 23, 2010 — OVO, a leading branding consultancy, today announced the launch of the new John McCainbrand identity and Web site. Senator McCain’s new branding capitalizes on his widespread name recognition, which affords him, unlike many candidates, to speak less about himself and more about national and state-level issues relevant to Arizona residents. The Web site in particular provides a forum for such discourse. “We crafted the entire brand to assist visually in developing a meaningful conversation between Senator McCain and the people of Arizona,” stated OVO principal partner, Ryan Durant.

Va.’s McDonnell to endorse McCain in reelection bid, advisers say

Tuesday, February 23, 2010 · by pissant ·

Wash Post | 2/23/10 | Anita Kumar

Virginia Gov. Bob McDonnell (R) will endorse Arizona Sen. John McCainin his GOP primary battle with former congressman J.D. Hayworth, advisers to the governor say. McCainasked McDonnell for his backing after having campaigned for the Virginian last year. The 2008 presidential nominee, who is being portrayed by some critics as too moderate, undoubtedly hopes McDonnell can help him in conservative circles.

New species of dinosaur found in eastern Utah rock

Tuesday, February 23, 2010 · by Free ThinkerNY ·

Associated Press | Feb. 23, 2010 | MIKE STARK

SALT LAKE CITY (AP) – Fossils of a previously undiscovered species of dinosaur have been found in slabs of Utah sandstone that were so hard that explosives had to be used to free some of the remains, scientists said Tuesday. The bones found at Dinosaur National Monument belonged to a type of sauropod—long-necked plant-eaters that were said to be the largest animal ever to roam land. The discovery included two complete skulls from other types of sauropods—an extremely rare find, scientists said.

ESPN suspends PTI’s Kornheiser

Tuesday, February 23, 2010 · by LucyJo ·

Fox Sports | 2/23/10 | Fox Sports

ESPN has suspended TV commentator Tony Kornheiser for remarks about fellow ESPN personality Hannah Storm, according to multiple reports Tuesday. Kornheiser, the popular host of the show “Pardon the Interruption,” is known for making sports figures the subject of his humorous criticism, but in a recent show he aimed his commentary at Storm’s wardrobe.

Mitt Romney, John McCain and the Fix endorsement hierarchy

Tuesday, February 23, 2010 · by pissant ·

Wash Post | 2/23/10 | Chris Cilliza

Former Massachusetts Gov. Mitt Romney endorsed Sen. John McCain today, the latest in a series of high-profile endorsements for the Arizona Senator as he seeks to beat back a primary challenge from former Rep. J.D. Hayworth. “For years, I’vebeen an admirer of John McCain,” said Romney in a statement. “Then we became competitors. Today, I’m proud to call him my friend.”

46% of likely voters self identify conservative!!

Tuesday, February 23, 2010 · by brucek43 ·

The Collins Report | 02/23/10 | Bruce Karlson

The Collins Report today notes that Wenzel Strategies, a well thought of, and of course accurate, pollster, reported the above. This is stupendous and when supported by subsequent polls will rock the foundations of the Democrats. Perhaps I should write “further rock” as the entire liberal structure is already precarious. Blacks, who voted for President Obama in record numbers are now divided 62/38 believable. That is a thirty point drop among a group that is as essential as air to national Dems and all Dems in tight races.

Democrat slow learners wake up to EPA power grab ( CO2 Gas is a pollutant?)

Tuesday, February 23, 2010 · by Ernest_at_the_Beach ·

Michellemalkin.com | February 23, 2010 11:48 AM | Michelle Malkin

A few weeks ago, I noted that a trio of House Democrats proposed legislation to curtail the EPA’s war on carbon.Now, Senate Democrats are jumping on the bandwagon. Amazing what an election year, double-digit unemployment, and the Climategate-induced collapse of the global warming cult can do to turn the eco-hysteria tide: Eight Democratic senators from industrial states are challenging the Environmental Protection Agency’s authority to regulate pollution blamed for global warming.In a letter written by Sen. Jay Rockefeller of West Virginia, the lawmakers said the agency lacks the power to restrict greenhouse gases from stationary sources such as power plants.

Abandon ship: Two key staffers leave Crist’s campaign

Tuesday, February 23, 2010 · by pissant ·

Hot Air | 2/23/10 | allahpundit

The good news? He still crushes Democrat Kendrick Meek head to head. The bad news? He almost certainly won’t make it that far, and his inner circle now seems to be realizing it. Looks grim, sure, but don’t forget: There’s “no way” he’s losing this primary. In the latest sign of turbulence for Charlie Crist’s wounded U.S. Senate bid, key staffers are starting to leave the campaign. Political director Pablo Diaz, one of the first two staff members hired for the Senate campaign, is departing at the end of the month for “a new opportunity.”

Left-Wing US Jews Call ’Law of Return’ Racist

Tuesday, February 23, 2010 · by Nachum ·

INN | 2/23/10 | Tzvi Ben Gedalyahu

(IsraelNN.com) A small group of left-wing Americans, some of whom call themselves Zionists, have launched a “Breaking the Law of Return” campaign, branding as “racist” the Israeli law that guarantees citizenship to Jews. More than 1,000 American Jews have backed the movement. American Jewry traditionally had been pro-Israel until peace movements and Israel military efforts to stop Arab terrorism turned a growing number of Diaspora Jews against modern Zionism. One recent effort to maintain close ties with Israelis living abroad is a proposal to allow them to vote in Israeli elections.

Obama Defeated in Online ‘Tea Party’ Revolt by Sarah Palin and Patriots In New Political Game

Tuesday, February 23, 2010 · by 2ndDivisionVet ·

PR Web | February 23, 2010 | Mike Lodee

Online Revolt called ‘2011 Obama’sCoup Fails’ envisioned as a game taking place in reality after the November 2010 Elections. The Tea Party Social Movement mounts a grassroots opposition to Obama and the Democrats with education and entertainment combined. 2011 Obama’sCoup Fails is the fusion of the Tea Party Revolt against President Obama, Pelosi and Reid withonline political strategy gaming. The American Tea Party Alliance envisions dire consequences after a massive Republican win in November leading to an attempted coup. According to Mr. Lodee “The Online game educates members on the facts of the health care debate’

Pelosi Renews Dispute With CIA Over Interrogation Techniques

Tuesday, February 23, 2010 · by Sub-Driver ·

FOX

Pelosi Renews Dispute With CIA Over Interrogation Techniques Prodded by the release of dozens of declassified CIA documents, House Speaker Nancy Pelosi renewed her long-running dispute with the Central Intelligence Agency about the use of harsh interrogation practices. Prodded by the release of dozens of declassified CIA documents, House Speaker Nancy Pelosi renewed her long-running dispute with the Central Intelligence Agency about the use of harsh interrogation practices. “I have never been briefed by the CIA or anyone else on the subject of those interrogations, to the extent that they were being used,” the California Democrat told reporters Tuesday.

Video: Sen. DeMint Criticizes Misdirected Jobs Bill

Tuesday, February 23, 2010· by pissant ·

Sonoran Weekly Review | 2/22/10 | Jim Demint

Soundbite 1: Criticizes Misdirected Jobs Bill. “Well they’re going to keep throwing things at the wall because sooner or later American businesses will pull us out of out of this recession and the Democrats want to take credit for it with some package that they just passed. It’s more spending. It’s more misdirected ideas. What we really need to do if we really want to help the economy is have a low rate predictable tax code that businesses can count on for five or ten years. Then they can take the risk and grow the jobs they need to.”