(via Eschaton) Here’s a graph from Paul Krugman’s March 9, 2004 column: Krugman then writes: Economic forecasting isn’t an exact science, but wishful thinking on this scale is unprecedented. Nor can the administration use its all-purpose excuse: all of these forecasts date from after 9/11. What you see in this chart is the signature of … Continue reading “Wishful Thinking on Jobs”
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Top 15 Flip-Flops of George W. Bush
(via The Talent Show) Nation Building. Bush was against ‘nation building’ — NOW he’s for it. Homeland Security. Bush was against a Homeland Security Department — NOW he’s for it. U.N. Vote. Bush said he would demand a U.N. Security Council vote on whether to sanction military action against Iraq — DAYS LATER, he announced … Continue reading “Top 15 Flip-Flops of George W. Bush”
From the Mouths of Cyborgs
(via Eschaton) If the Democratic policies had been pursued over the last two or three years, the kind of tax increases that both Kerry and Edwards have talked about, we would not have had the kind of job growth that we’ve had. — Dick Cheney Sometimes, even a blind squirrel finds a nut.
An Iraqi Intelligence Scandal Quote from Craig Kilborn
This Iraqi intelligence scandal is growing. Americans are asking, “What did President Bush not know?” and “When did he mispronounce it?” — Craig Kilborn
Here We Go Again
George W. Bush is unelectable and a miserable failure. While we’re at it: Bush Military Record.
New Hampshire Republican Primary Results
(via Musings of a Philosophical Scrivener) From Daily Kos: The best story of the night? The one that should unite us all? From the Republican primary results: Bush 57,670 Kerry 835 Dean 633 Clark 545 Edwards 541 That’s over 2,500 registered Republicans who wrote in a Democrat in their ballot. For what it’s worth, here’s … Continue reading “New Hampshire Republican Primary Results”
Joementum != Momentum
From Joe Lieberman for President 2004: Joe Surging In New Hampshire 1/27 — Today is the day! Since Joe’s amazing debate performance on Thursday night, his support in New Hampshire has been surging. Buoyed by newspaper endorsements, terrific television ads that your contributions keep on the air, and Joe’s own stamina and optimism, New Hampshire … Continue reading “Joementum != Momentum”
Some Advice for Howard Dean
(via August J. Pollak) Things Howard Dean can do to look more “presidential”: Announce proudly that no president has ever done as much as him for human rights. Dress up in a crotch-accentuating flight suit and land a jet on an aircraft carrier. Brag repeatedly about a sub-standard college grade point average. Get arrested for … Continue reading “Some Advice for Howard Dean”
Trent Lott is a Hypocrite
(via Eschaton) THEN: “Any appointment of a federal judge during a recess should be opposed.” — Sen. Trent Lott (R-MS) opposing the appointment of an African American judge, December 2000 NOW: “Judge Pickering’s record deems this recess appointment fully appropriate.” — Sen. Trent Lott (R-MS), 1/17/04 Honestly, is anyone really surprised by Lott’s blatant hypocrisy?
Compassionate Conservatism in Action
(via Blah3.com) Check out the hate mail Margaret Cho has received concerning her MoveOn appearance.