Happy Birthday Hillary!

HRC is 62 today! Best Wishes to our SOS!

*photo from jewcy.com

Health Care

We're nearing the end of the health care debate. It looks like it is a done deal - we just have to wait and see what it actually will be. There is a very strong chance that there will be a public option or at least a trigger or opt-out version.

In true focused form, the O team has let the mayhem happen around them (for the most part) and now is stepping in to say "get it done". All that matters in the end is if we pass something - do we have the votes. We'll see...I'd say before the end of the year.

Why, oh why do I let myself get all stirred up by the talking head, bloggers, etc...I can't help it! It's a disease.

All in the Family

The official White House family photo taken by Annie Leibovitz.

Pairs

Finally, something to put next to my Obama action figure.

(Available at jailbreaktoys.com)

Oh, Oscar

It's National Grouch Day!

Vicki the Movie

Not about me...

I just watched this old film (really bad acting and cheesy music, sets, etc) -- I loved it! And one of the stars is Jeanne Crain...related to me somehow??

Nate

Our fave statistician breaks down the new Opt-out option here.

We might actually pass a non-hideous healthcare reform effort yet...whoda thunk?

Oklahoma

is NOT ok!

OK has passed some frightening legislation, that I think could/should be unconstitutional. Read this.

I can't believe they are allowed to do this...

Peace Out

That's right. President Obama today won a Nobel Peace Prize. Say what?

And right on cue, the conservative fuckwits start their hatefest. It's really so tiresome and juvenile.

And for those asking "what has he done?", here is a list.

Personally, this was a much needed reminder of what this man is trying to do - what he stands for. It is way too easy (for me, at least) to get lost in all the bipartisan hate-baiting on both sides and lose track of why we like him and the incredibly difficult job he has taken on. Yes, the honor may be a bit premature, but I think it is deserved and will be an impetus for him to work that much harder to get some shit done. I hope it provides a kick in the...pants for Democratic members of Congress - and Republicans to help him pass some historic legislation.

We have yet to see what his legacy will be, but at least the Norwegians have put their faith in him.

Evolution Strikes Again!

Old Chuck (Darwin) must be chuckling...wherever he is. MORE evidence was found!

Creationism, say what?

Going rogue...

Sarah Palin's much anticipated book (it'http://www.blogger.com/img/blank.gifs already #1 in pre-sales on Amazon), Going Rogue comes out on November 17th. Here is a preview of the cover.

I think I threw up a little in my mouth.