Category Archives: GOP
Clearing My Inbox: Oldies But Goodies Part 3
August
Ex-WSU Student, Dayton dancer hits big with Obama Impersonation
He’s really good!
July
Young Leaders We Support: 4 New Endorsements
Click this link to find out about some endorsements from WUFPAC.
Committee Members Speak out–Or Stay Mum–On Health Care Reform
Another great resource from OpenSecrets!
Alter: Our Health-Care System is Fine As Is!
June
Will $1.2 Million a Day Convince Congress to Buy Big Pharma’s Rx for Change
This is so true and really makes me think. I could not imagine supporting someone other than myself on $10 an hour…Makes me thankful for my VERY supportive family!
Health Care is a Right, Not a Privilege
A nice op-ed about Health Care by Senator Bernie Sanders.
Diagnosis: Reform – Capital Eye
This is an AWESOME and I mean AWESOME one stop shop for tools linking campaign finance and the health care reform debate. Open Secrets gives a nice overview as well as links to articles about members from both parties who have connections with the Health Sector and their opinions about health care reform. Please share this with people you know or at least check to see if your congressmen are connected to the health care sector and remind them who they are supposed to represent.
May
Deep-Pocketed Donors Want Campaign Finance Reform
Latin American Countries Commit US $7 Billion for ‘Bank of the South’
US Implored to Stop Deporting Haitians
Rush Limbaugh: The Man Who Ate The G.O.P.
U.S. Offers Resolution About Cuba’s Re-entry into OAS
April
Politics of Color for Obama in Cuba
An interesting story discussing US-Cuba relations through the backdrop of an Afro Cuban and the African Diaspora.
SLM to Transfer 2,000 Overseas Jobs Back to the US
I’m sorry but Sallie Mae isn’t doing this because ‘its the right thing to do.’ Trust me when I say they have something up their sleeve – don’t be surprised if they try to get lenders based on the fact that their customer service operations are in the US of A. I am biased because I owe almost half the cost of my first home to Sallie Mae.
March
This report discusses Columbia and is also available in Spanish.
Older
Five Basic Facts On the Uninsured
Saturday Night Live: Rachel Maddow Interviews Burris And Blagojevich (VIDEO)
Links of the Week 13 March 2009
Top Five
(In Order)
International Women’s Day 2009 “Women and men united to end violence against women and girls”
I am really hoping that a positive outcome from the unfortunate Chris Brown/Rhianna domestic violence situation is a re-evaluation of violence against women especially in developing nations that assume that the problem is improved simply because a woman can now file a police report and appear in court against her attacker in their countries (yes US I’m talking to you 
).
Obama Creates White House Women’s Council
Should Michelle Cover Up?
Honestly I think a lot of this conversation shows the generation gap in this country. The average age of the Senate is 65 and the House is about the same meaning “everyone” is/can be a member of the AARP (My congressman uses the Amtrak senior discount to get to D.C. each day). The first lady is no where near that age and her dress reflects that! The younger generations don’t wear stockings and sleeveless is ok for most occasions as long as it isn’t spagetti straps. My only criticism is that I’m not sure if the first lady really gets just how conservative Washington is when it comes to fashion. At minimum she should make sure she has sleeves on when she heads towards Capitol Hill and when meeting certain dignitaries and foreign leaders.
Steele’s Apology to Limbaugh Troubles Many Blacks
IMF Survey: Economic Crisis Starts to Hit World’s Poorest Countries
Politico
Michelle Obama’s Agenda Includes Healthy Eating
Thank you First Lady Obama for taking this issue on. It is a shame the junk companies sell to the poor communities in this country! I almost cried the last time I was in a discount grocery store in a poor neighborhood, in Chicago ironically enough, the fresh food selection was pitiful.
NYC Mayor hones Spanish to woo Voters
New Idea on Capitol Hill – To Join Senate, Get Votes
I actually disagree with this. The extra time and cost to a State to run special elections is unnecessary. Indirectly, the people do vote in the Senator as they voted in the Governor who makes a temporary appointment/decision to keep things running until a proper election can be held. I would hate for a candidate to become a Senator during a special election only because he had the cash on hand/connections to beat out a better candidate due to the tight time frame. What happened in Illinois is an exstreme case, lets not disrupt a working system because of a bad outlier or two. Also, I hope this teaches people to research those they are voting for to avoid what occured in Illinois – do your homework 
Commentary: If you oppose stimulus, don’t take the money
You Don’t Win the Presidency, Then What
Economy
As Jobs Vanish, Motel Rooms Become Home
Health/Green Living
Pepsi to roll out products with natural sugar
Yea Pepsi!! I don’t even like Pepsi but I may pick up a box of this stuff. We as consumers need to support these efforts and let the big companies know that we will not tolerate products that are not good for our bodies. The Corn Lobby said, in its PR commercial, that HFCS is okay in moderation. The problem is HFCS is in practically EVERYTHING we consume – that is not moderation. This in no way is a perfect solution, the price should not be as inflated as it is, but its a step in the right direction.
More teenagers going the meatless route
I wonder if meat producers and dairy farmers will start producing commercials about how meat and dairy is healthy for you like the Corn lobby did with HFCS?
Stop Junk Mail with Junk Stopper
This is the pay way to stop junk mail from coming to your home. There is a free version as well that involves you writing to companies to opt-out: http://www.donotmail.org
Women
The Audacity of Jamila’s Hope
The Top Five Ways White Feminists Continue to Discredit Women of Color
Sports
Terrell Owens Signs with Bills
En Español
Quitarle la vida de una rosa
Piden regidores PRD-PRSC anular suelo 150 mil pesos
Oldies But Goodies
Just Do It: The Dearth of Women in Politics is Not Just Due to Sexism
I enjoy that the word is trickling down more and more from what academia has known for awhile.
Which Came First The Objectification of Sarah Palin, Or the Mistrust in Her Competence? Objectification for 200 Alex [Think Jeopardy].
When are WE Going to Get Over It?
A southern white man professor encourages “white people” to get over themselves and live up to the United States’ creed. I found this link but was unsuccessful finding the editorial on the site of the original newspaper 
Obama Picks Kansas Governor Sebelius as Health Secretary
Kinda off topic but I think Gov. Sebelius is one of the best dressed women in politics.
Charities Say Government Is Ignoring Them In Crisis
Humanities Ph.D’s Are Anticipating Hard Times
Links of the Week 6 March 2009
Happy Woman’s History Month!
2009 Theme: Women Taking the Lead to Save our Planet
Top Five
(In Order)
Best idea I’ve heard to fix the economy. Without my over $100,000 student loan debt I could put money towards buying a house and in the short term buy a new computer. Multiply a concept like this by a few million Americans and I see us getting out of this crisis. Besides it rewards people that are being responsible with their money and have done things with their money that helps the country…being more educated. Finally, the banks get what they need their money and we the people get what we need money…if only the banks were not so greedy they would agree to this.
Howard Fine: What Caused Bobby Jindal’s Speech to Be a Disaster
Kudos on what Fine states in the article. I only listened to part of the speech but for many of the reasons Fine states in the article. The speech sounded fake and insincere. One thing the Pres and VP know is how to do is make a genuine and sincere speech.
Chris Brown arraignment delayed
Yes, I want Chris Brown to get more than a slap on the wrist for his brutal beating, read the article and you will agree, of Rhianna. BUT more importantly I hope that he gets the help that he clearly needs as ‘headlocking while driving’ screams I have a problem.
Colleges Expand Aid to Draw Students in Downturn
Blogs In, Badges Out As Girl Scouts Modernize
Politico
Aaron Schock, “Hottest Freshman” Talks Doogie Howser and Dating on the Today Show
Skip the hottest freshman and dating stuff…this video is very informative about how Schock came into politics. Oh and we need more “Schocks” in office not his politics…his age. Average age in the House is in the 50s.
Ailing G.O.P. Risks Loosing a Generation
Bruno Hoffman: Brazil’s Internet Strategist
Latin American politics is my heart…08 US Presidential election was cool and all but I will follow Latin American politics any day of the week.
Who paid for all of Biden’s train trips? One guess.
I don’t have a problem with the fact that tax payers pay for Congress to get to work. We pay for the President to get around so why not Congress. Additionally, no matter how well one thinks Congress is doing its job they still are making sacrifices to do the public service that they do so, as long as there is no abuse of the privilege, why not pay for their commute.
Colman Team Asks Court to “set aside” the election
Record Low for Patterson’s Sinking Poll Numbers
Read the end…there is a silver lining for Patterson.
Miers, Rove will testify for Judiciary
There is also an update about ‘Purpleticketgate’ from the inauguration.
Sports
Skins Initial Foray Smells Like Folly
Obama Takes in Wizards’ Win Over Bulls
Other
Johnetta B. Cole to Lead National Museum of African Art
Dora the Explorer Going Skank, Moms Fear
Cutting the Cable as the Economy Pinches
The Good, the Green and the Ugly: Laundry Detergents
S.F. Zipcar Lets Charity Workers Drive Free
Oldies But Goodies
Finally, a Glimmer of Light: More Women in Leadership Is Better for Business
Satire White History Year Resumes
Time in Senate May be Irrelevant if Obama Runs
I found this while clearing out e-mail. The article discusses President Obama’s chances of winning if he runs in 08 considering that he is [was] a Senator. It’s funny because at this time, 2006, I thought Obama should wait until 2012 or 2016 to run. Well President Obama, thanks for not listening
Links of the Week 6 February 2009
(I had a brief hiatus in December/early January due to school work. I hope that I will be getting back to a more normal posting schedule. Please note even when I am not posting check the DNMP’s Posted Items box on the right side of my blog to see what I am reading when I am not posting)
Top Five
Bank of America: Help Your Workers or Give Back the Bailout!
I normally don’t forward petitions but I have been so dissatisfied with Bank of America since they took over MBNA forcing me to become their customer that I had to share.
Steele becomes first African-American RNC Chairman
I wish Steele the best though I do think he was picked in part to make the party seem more open than it is after some of the racist events that occurred during the 2008 election cycle.
Facebook offers up users as marketing tool
Politico
Blagojevich’s name, image removed from state Capitol
New ‘senior’ senator relishes new role
Federal stimulus bill contains too much fat, little oversight
What Steele Means for the GOP
What Should be Done About Political Feigning?
Environment/Health
Eating Dirt, Embracing Germs
Gimmie 5
The Preserve Company who makes toothbrushes, cutting boards, plastic ware and more all from recycled plastic has started a new program to help people across the country recylce their Number 5 plastics. Click the link to learn more and see if there is a drop off location near year…don’t worry if there is not one near you there are instructions on how you can mail your number 5s to Preserve.
Healthy Homemade Fritos
The inventor of Fritos was a vegetarian…cool
Is the Recession Affecting Your Health?
A nice article that looks to the bright side of this recession.
Are You Wasting Electricity? Probably More Than You Think
World
Bill and Melinda Gates Urge Global Leaders to Maintain Foreign Aid
World Economic Forum Gives Adolescent Girls a Voice on the Global Stage
Other
Miriam Archibong, C’2009, Chosen to Participate in BBC Documentary
Google’s Street View camera car hits a baby deer
Glossary of U.S. Educational Terms
You never stop learning…word of the week ABD. Click the link to find out what it means.
HBCUs Ranking & HBCU Ranking Methodology
US News and World Report recently released its college rankings. My alma mater was listed as the top HBCU However with any report of this kind its important to look at the methodology to see how things were ranked, which is why I have listed both links. Spelman is also number 77 of Liberal Arts Colleges and I believe remains the only HBCU in the top 100.
Oldies But Goodies
With McNabb and Reid back, what changes will Eagles make?
I’m new to following football so I don’t have many suggestions but man oh man I hope the Eagles can get back to the Super Bowl. Ok one suggestion – figure out how to win the games that count. They did it with the Cowboys to get the wild card but they didn’t against AZ nor did they 4 years ago when they played NE in the Super Bowl.
Study Finds High-Fructose Corn Syrup Contains Mercury
Well the Corn Lobby said that HFCS was all natural and Mercury is natural…
Links of the Week 6 February 2009
(I had a brief hiatus in December/early January due to school work. I hope that I will be getting back to a more normal posting schedule. Please note even when I am not posting check the DNMP’s Posted Items box on the right side of my blog to see what I am reading when I am not posting)
Top Five
Bank of America: Help Your Workers or Give Back the Bailout!
I normally don’t forward petitions but I have been so dissatisfied with Bank of America since they took over MBNA forcing me to become their customer that I had to share.
Steele becomes first African-American RNC Chairman
I wish Steele the best though I do think he was picked in part to make the party seem more open than it is after some of the racist events that occurred during the 2008 election cycle.
Facebook offers up users as marketing tool
Politico
Blagojevich’s name, image removed from state Capitol
New ‘senior’ senator relishes new role
Federal stimulus bill contains too much fat, little oversight
What Steele Means for the GOP
What Should be Done About Political Feigning?
Environment/Health
Eating Dirt, Embracing Germs
Gimmie 5
The Preserve Company who makes toothbrushes, cutting boards, plastic ware and more all from recycled plastic has started a new program to help people across the country recylce their Number 5 plastics. Click the link to learn more and see if there is a drop off location near year…don’t worry if there is not one near you there are instructions on how you can mail your number 5s to Preserve.
Healthy Homemade Fritos
The inventor of Fritos was a vegetarian…cool
Is the Recession Affecting Your Health?
A nice article that looks to the bright side of this recession.
Are You Wasting Electricity? Probably More Than You Think
World
Bill and Melinda Gates Urge Global Leaders to Maintain Foreign Aid
World Economic Forum Gives Adolescent Girls a Voice on the Global Stage
Other
Miriam Archibong, C’2009, Chosen to Participate in BBC Documentary
Google’s Street View camera car hits a baby deer
Glossary of U.S. Educational Terms
You never stop learning…word of the week ABD. Click the link to find out what it means.
HBCUs Ranking & HBCU Ranking Methodology
US News and World Report recently released its college rankings. My alma mater was listed as the top HBCU However with any report of this kind its important to look at the methodology to see how things were ranked, which is why I have listed both links. Spelman is also number 77 of Liberal Arts Colleges and I believe remains the only HBCU in the top 100.
Oldies But Goodies
With McNabb and Reid back, what changes will Eagles make?
I’m new to following football so I don’t have many suggestions but man oh man I hope the Eagles can get back to the Super Bowl. Ok one suggestion – figure out how to win the games that count. They did it with the Cowboys to get the wild card but they didn’t against AZ nor did they 4 years ago when they played NE in the Super Bowl.
Study Finds High-Fructose Corn Syrup Contains Mercury
Well the Corn Lobby said that HFCS was all natural and Mercury is natural…
