…that Bill Ayers wrote Obama’s book. He now says he did.
Category Archives: Media Criticism
From Guns To Butter
How a gun-control case can lead to economic liberty. I hope that the DC gun-rights advocates make this argument — it would be harder for the court to ignore if they do.
And it reminds me that much of the “progressive” agenda is rooted in its racism. One of, if not the key, arguments in favor of the minimum wage when it was first passed was that it would protect the jobs of white men against blacks. And the purpose of gun control for much of its history (as Sullum points out) was to keep guns out of their hands, lest they protect themselves from Klansmen carrying out “justice.” And of course, the irony is that now, in DC, blacks are being murdered by other blacks on a daily basis because they are denied the legal right to defend themselves.
Ridicule
That’s what the people in Washington need (or at least it’s what we need for them to get). And here it is.
I also think there’s a big market for parodies of the “Mmm, mmm, mmm…” Obama song featuring (volunteer) kids.
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And then we have this. We definitely need more cowbell.
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What the heck, embedding is cheap and easy.
What Was “Deregulated”?
Some thoughts on the ongoing lie (which got the Dems elected last fall) that our problems were caused by “capitalism” and “deregulation.”
Cash For Clunkers
One of Washington’s all-time dumbest ideas. And that’s saying something, given the level of stupidity that reigns in the Beltway.
Just In Case You’re In A Boycotting Mood
Here’s a list of projects in which Hollywood people who have defended the child rapist are currently involved.
Of course, I’ve been boycotting Hollywood for years, but not necessarily for political reasons — I just don’t find the cost or time worth going out to the movies for most Hollywood products. If I were dating, of course (as I haven’t for years), I might feel differently. But probably not. I’m creative enough to find other things to do on a date.
Stimulus
…and accountability:
To be clear, this lack of accountability is not a feature on this specific administration but is, instead, a reflection of the inherent uncertainties associated with macroeconomics. The administration, however, has not been particularly forthright in admitting to this lack of accountability. Indeed, the act of releasing quarterly reports on how many jobs have been “created or saved” gives the illusion of accountability without the reality.
The country is in the very best of hands. If you like having it run by thieves and charlatans. The press certainly doesn’t seem to mind.
No Applause
…for the defenders of child rape in Hollywood. I don’t think they have any concept of how much this kind of thing costs them at the box office.
How To Be A Bigot
This isn’t really anything new. The Democrats are simply staying true to their party’s roots. They just express the racism in different ways.
Of course, the new socially acceptable bigotry is against southerners, and Christians.
More Advice For “Liberals”
From Frank J. How to deal with angry conservatives:
Call them racists: If we shout “Racist!” every time they say something, maybe they’ll finally reflect on the racism that motivates them against a black president and give up whatever silly cause they think they’re pushing. If they dispute the racism accusation, point out how sensitive they are about the charge and how that further proves it’s true (people who really aren’t racist shouldn’t have any problem with being called racist). If further evidence is needed, point out to them that the president is black and they are white and that it’s obvious to everyone that a white person saying bad things about an underprivileged black person is quite racist. If the conservative isn’t white, though, this can be confusing. Make sure to give that person a pamphlet describing the political views he is supposed to have based on his race. If the person doesn’t read the pamphlet, you might have to try using a racial slur. It’s okay, if the person deserves it.
Point out how much smarter Obama is than they are: Obama is obviously very smart (obviously!), but somehow conservatives are overlooking that simple fact. Maybe they’ll be less angry if we keep emphasizing how Obama and his staff are much, much smarter than they are, and in fact they are very stupid compared to Obama and other liberals. Then conservatives will realize that Obama, being smarter than them, probably knows what he’s doing, so there is nothing to fear and be angry about unless you’re a really stupid person.
It’s great advice. Let’s hope they keep taking it.