American Studies Association Israel Boycott is Righteous but Wrongheaded
While I concur with the “intent, justice, legality, and morality” of the decision, I nonetheless oppose it.
The Cultural Conservative Love Affair With Vladimir Putin Is Quite Odd
Vladimir Putin seems to be getting a lot of love from cultural conservatives in the United States.
Never Forget: It’s Really about the Money
Lest we forget what the entire “Duck Dynasty” brouhaha is really all about.
Joe Manchin: Further Gun Control Efforts Unlikely In 2014
The likelihood of any action on gun control in 2014 is extremely limited
Airline Passengers Are Revolting
Airlines are squeezing ever-larger passengers into ever-smaller spaces. Naturally, the passengers are taking it out on the other passengers.
Science: Men Act Differently Around Women
Scientists have discovered that heterosexual men alter their behavior around women.
A Legal Argument That Could Bring ObamaCare Crumbling Down
There’s a potentially fatal legal argument looming out there for the PPACA.
Michelle Howard Navy’s First Female 4-Star Admiral
Michelle Howard has become the highest ranking woman in the history of the US Navy–and the US military, period.
FCC To Look At Repealing Sports Broadcast Rules
The FCC is looking at re-examination of its sports broadcast rules. The NFL and other sports leagues should do the same thing.
Chris Christie Enters The Immigration Debate, And The Tea Party Won’t Like What He Did
Once again, Chris Christie seems to be directly challenging the right wing of his party.
What Happens Online Doesn’t Just Stay Online, Justine Sacco Edition
The danger of saying stupid things online apparently has not sunk in with some people.
Federal Judge Strikes Down Utah’s Ban On Same-Sex Marriage
A victory for same-sex marriage in an unlikely place.
OTB Caption Contest Winners
The There’s A Snake In My Boot Edition OTB Caption ContestTM is now over.
GOP Congressman: My Idea To Force Poor Kids To Work For Lunch Not Directed At Poor Kids
A GOP Senate Candidate in Georgia attempts to back track, and runs off the rails in the process.
President Obama’s Dating Advice
The First Daughters are approaching dating age and the First Papa has some thoughts on the matter.
Canadian Supreme Court Strikes Down Laws Against Prostitution
Will we soon see “The Best Little Whorehouse In Canada?”
Administration Creates Yet Another Partial Delay Of Obamacare Provision, Rule Of Law Suffers
Once again, the Administration has unilaterally changed the Affordable Care Act.
Duck Dynasty, “Free Speech,” And The Culture Of Perpetual Outrage
“Reality” TV star says something dumb about gay people, gets suspended, usual pointless outrage ensues.
New Mexico Legalizes Same-Sex Marriage, Caps Off Big Year For Marriage Equality And Liberty
A 17th state legalizes gay marriage. There’s no turning back.
Cell Phone Use On Airplanes? Not The Government’s Business
A bunch of people talking on cellphones during a plane flight would annoy the heck out of me, but the government shouldn’t be involved in deciding if it should be allowed.
Brian Schweitzer Hits Hillary Clinton Over Iraq War Vote
The beginnings of a populist challenge to Hillary Clinton in 2016?
Georgia Congressman: Kids Who Get Subsidized School Lunches Should Be Forced To Work
Does your kid qualify for subsidized lunch? One candidate for Senate in Georgia wants to put them to work.
OTB Caption Contest Winners
The Ask Not for Whom The Bell Tolls Edition OTB Caption ContestTM is now over.
