Category Archives: John McCain
Links of the Week 28 August 2009
Top Five
OFA Blog: Remembering Senator Ted Kennedy
Rest in Peace Senator Kennedy! Thank you SO MUCH for your years/decades of hard work. This clip is from the 2008 Democratic National Convention. I was so moved by him during that week. I wish I would have paid more attention to his work and commitments sooner. I know that he and his work-style will be greatly missed! We need more Senators like him! I can’t remember the last time I cried over the passing of someone that was not directly connected to me – he was that kind of public servant!
Study shows food stamps an unhealthy influence on women’s nutrition
Getting out of the way so that women can save the world
This article is a reaction to the NYTimes Magazine’s recent feature concerning Women’s Rights. I agree with what Ann Freedman is saying in her review of the series.
This document is from a grassroots organization I was involved with when I lived in the Dominican Republic.
Six months after the final edition, what have we learned?
Photo of the Week
Source: www.phdcomics.com
Quote of the Week
“My name is Jonathan Emil McCoy and I approve this message.” from Jonathan E. McCoy’s Speech: A New Petition
Politico
7 Reasons Why the Republican Party Will Win Big in 2010
This blog post is written by a GOP supporter but I do think some of the points he addresses are either merited or something the DNC needs to think about as 2010 approaches.
I didn’t think the Town Hall antics would reach my home state of Delaware but sadly it did. An interesting article about those who still do not believe that President Obama is not a US Citizen. I wonder if they would be satisfied if Senator McCain became president considering that he was born on a US Base that is US soil according to law but he was not born in one of the fifty states. Though what is more important is for the US to find out what are some of the Birthers grievances that is causing them to act out so strongly – I think if we can get to the root of this we can end this “movement.”
Skin Deep – Black Hair Still Tangled in Politics
Other
Reaching the next generation with ‘Muppet diplomacy’
Check out this link to hear Sesame Street song from Palestine.
Mujeres
Black Women Should Lighten Up? On health, optimism and bias
This article is from the recent New York Times Magazine issue focused on Women. Though I do not think that the world’s women need to be saved (see Top Five) just simply given an opportunity to contribute this is a good series overall.
Finances
So as I was reading an old NYTimes article Sunday I came across an article about financial advise for recent graduates and though I graduated college 5 years ago I decided to check out the article. Well Beth Kobliner, Ramit Sethi and Madison Nipp all answered questions from people dealing with finances and I learned A LOT. So please click on that article and follow these people, if you are on Twitter, or buy their books or read their blogs. I saw a few other articles on the NYTimes website and decided to link all of them here. I hope you learn something and take steps towards financial stability.
Your Money – Financial Advise for Recent Graduates
Your Money – A Day Off to Tackle the Financial To-Do-List
Your Money – It May Be Time For You To Find A New Credit Card
Oldies But Goodies
Markell Signs landmark energy legislation
Looks like DE is trying to be a leader when it comes to Green Policies.
This trend started during the 2008 election and I think it was the biggest mistake he made, loosing the one thing that drew people (well independents) to him.
People of Influence – Delaware Today
Delaware State Representative John Kowalko, who I know through his daughter, is featured. He was instrumental in getting the Wind Energy Bill passed in Delaware. I am glad that my home state is left in good hands.
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 10 October 2008
Top Five
(In No Particular Order)
SNL Biden/Palin Opener
I don’t know about Scranton but Wilmington is a fine place to grow up. Ok so I grew up in Newark but still
Bill Maher Takes On Palin’s Debate Performance
I’m surprised that no one is talking about the fact that if all Republican males can say about her performance is how they reacted when she winked that they are being sexist. Ok so that isn’t all they talked about but I think that comment is as bad as when they talked about Condi Rice’s knee high boots when she first became Secretary of State.
John McCain’s Rage is a National Security ConcernBiden Explains Debate Moment Where He Choked Up
One of my favorite moments in this debate because it shows Joe Biden the person not Joe Biden the Senator.
Palin On Fox News: Couric Annoyed Me
I have to say that if Palin wants to talk to the American people without a filter then she should give more speeches or make unfiltered statements at press conferences. She should not get upset at people doing their jobs. No one forced her to be interviewed by Katie Couric and if she is from the “media elite” you knew that before you sat down with her. If you are a real maverick why not be interviewed by a Washington outsider say a reporter from the local Wasilla paper or TV station. Just something to think about.
Politics
Los votantes, no el Alcalde, mandan en NY
Joe’s Tears: the Political Power of Paternal Love
Who Won The VP Debate? Biden Scores Big
Obama’s Professorial Advantage
Blitzer: “Apparent” McCain Has “Some Disdain” For Obama
Signs of Growing Friction Between McCain and Palin
Economy
The Worst Crisis Since the Great Depression?
This author says no. I agree but I do hope that real regulation comes from this “crisis” and that it stays.
Knock Out: CNBC Confirms Lehman CEO Punched at Gym
Nervous Days as Consumers Tighten Belts
Other
The Obamas’ Greatest PDA Moments (SLIDESHOW)
A really nice slideshow. Nice to see a positive image of marriage in the media in this country.
Oldies But Goodies
The politics of women and leadership
Jon Stewart and Stephen Colbert: Mock the Vote
Video
2000 George Bush vs 2008 John McCain. Are they MCSAME?
Frank Luntz Focus Group: Palin is Ready!
A clip from a group of people that liked Palin’s performance and think that she is ready to be VP.
Women Against McCain Palin
This is a link to two videos that this group has discussing abortion rights in extreme situations suck as rape and incest.
Links of the Week 12 September 2008
Top Five
(in no particular order)
Foreign Policy Association Election Guide
Vote to give your opinion on key foreign policy issues for the next administration. See how the candidates feel on international issues such as the War in Iraq, China and Russia and more.
Brady’s injury a huge blow to many fantasy teams
If Obama Looses…
I am an optimist but my mother also taught me to have a plan B…
Minority-Oriented Private Equity Funds May Outperform Other Stock Indices, Study Finds
Two Views on Sarah Palin and Women of Color
Politics
Delaware No. 1 in E government
It’s good to be first
Where the Hell Are All the Women?
Markell win breaks legacy that began with Carper
Links of the Week 11 July 2008
Top Five
In No Particular Order
Does EMILY’s List Still Matter?: http://www.prospect.org//cs/articles?article=does_emilys_list_still_matter
An Ideal Husband http://www.nytimes.com/2008/07/06/opinion/06dowd.html?em&ex=1215748800&en=fd7b516e55613dae&ei=5087%0A
To Trust and Cherish: Rules to Love By http://www.nytimes.com/2008/07/09/opinion/l09dowd.html?_r=1&oref=slogin
This is a series of responses to the ‘An Ideal Husband’ article
To Buy or Not to Buy? Is There Really a Question? http://www.care2.com/greenliving/to-buy-or-not-to-buy-is-there-really-a-question.html
She’s just not that into you — or is she? http://www.cnn.com/2008/LIVING/personal/07/10/shes.not.that.into.you/index.html?iref=mpstoryview
Politics
McCain’s First (And Only) Military Command http://www.npr.org/templates/story/story.php?storyId=92308526
Power to women, not women in power http://www.pickledpolitics.com/archives/2140
Politics and the City: http://politicsandthecity.com/
Jackson’s `Crude’ Remarks May Give Boost to Obama http://www.bloomberg.com/apps/news?pid=20601087&sid=aatOueE_l3MI&refer=home
Will Clinton’s defeat discourage women from running? http://www.canada.com/montrealgazette/news/editorial/story.html?id=9808db37-71e3-40b9-aee2-f33221749ed0
I don’t think so I think that we (women and those who support female equality in politics) need to realize that in the case of the US it is going to take time because our system is not set up to be friendly to change let alone political challengers. Parliamentary and proportional representational systems are friendlier to challengers and open to change.
Conservatives Ready To Battle McCain on Convention Platform http://www.washingtonpost.com/wp-dyn/content/article/2008/07/06/AR2008070602322.html
Economy
Cutting Out the Middlemen, Shoppers Buy Slices of Farms http://www.nytimes.com/2008/07/10/us/10farms.html?em&ex=1215835200&en=0d55a6a7c5cb3be8&ei=5087%0A
Washington diary: Oil addiction http://news.bbc.co.uk/2/hi/americas/7486705.stm
Ads Across Time Tout Reliability, Affordability http://www.npr.org/templates/story/story.php?storyId=92357271&ft=1&f=1001
Suze Orman: Where to put your money now http://www.cnn.com/2008/LIVING/personal/07/09/suze.orman/index.html
Health
Demystifying the Glycemic Index http://www.care2.com/greenliving/demystifying-the-glycemic-index.html
Cancer death rate drop tied to education levels http://www.reuters.com/article/healthNews/idUSN0830394220080708
We should be using stats and research like this when kids ask why they need to stay in school. I think saying it could prevent you from untimely death and disease may hit home more than so you can get a good job. Both are important though.
Slow eating trims calorie intake: study http://www.reuters.com/article/healthNews/idUSCOL85478620080708
Other
Saving Michael Vick’s Dogs http://www.washingtonpost.com/wp-dyn/content/article/2008/07/06/AR2008070602351.html?hpid=artslot
Women swoon over stubble, study finds http://www.canada.com/victoriatimescolonist/news/story.html?id=3cc436bc-f541-46e0-bf5a-935bc0f048a0&k=48226
