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Archive for September, 2009
Sep 30
Sep 30
Microsoft Courier vs Apple Tablet
Microsoft Courier Some details have been leaking out about Microsoft’s two-sided computer flipbook. Courier User Interface from Gizmodo on Vimeo. More can be found at Gizmodo The courier is set to compete with Apple’s Tablet. Apple’s tablet looks like a super-sized iphone. I’ll stick to my PC / Laptop. Let the rich kids jump into [...]
Sep 30
Fox network spreading lies again
Steve Doocy, Glenn Beck and other fox truth stretchers have been pushing the false claim that: “White House Political Director Patrick Gaspard once served as the “right-hand man” for Bertha Lewis, who heads up ACORN.” Who did Fox turn to for this intrepid piece of false reporting? Someone’s blog. Great work again Fox. MediaMatters.org has [...]
Sep 30
CIT Group nears bankruptcy – perfect time to buy?
CIT Group shares lost 99 cents today on news that the commercial lender is again near collapse. It would be a risky play, to jump in when the water is the hottest. But if the price of shares drops below 50 cents – I’m in. Not for much, but its a gamble I’d be willing [...]
Sep 30
Stephen Colbert on health care negotiations
Colbert translates Pat Roberts request for additional time as “all he wants is some time for health care lobbyists to change the bill”. “It’s time for lawmakers like Max Baucus to stop hiding their relationships and start printing bumper stickers like these: “Max Baucus: I take more money from the health care lobby than anyone [...]
Sep 30
Don’t get sick
The GOP health care plan: Don’t get sick In chastising republicans for their blind support of the status quo, Alan Grayson brought out a sign that sums up the republican health care plan. Don’t get sick. And republicans were naturally outraged over being faced with reality. I think its about time they had some of [...]
Sep 29
Kaiser survey finds “Public Support For Health Reform Increases in September”
The following stood out. Democrats remain overwhelmingly in favor of tackling health care now (77%), while most Republicans say we cannot afford to do so (63%) and independents are more evenly divided (51% in favor and 44% opposed). http://www.kff.org/kaiserpolls/posr092909nr.cfm What should we cut? How about we repeal the 2001 and 2003 tax cuts? How about [...]
Sep 29
A decent prediction by Mike Blowers
Predicted the day of a players first home run. And the inning (5th). And the pitch type (fastball) And the count (3-1). And the location (left field, second deck). It appears fairly amazing to me, but I bet if you ask Blowers he’d say its simple luck and educated guesses. 3-1 being a fairly typical [...]
Sep 29
Movies I won’t watch
Fame A movie about Dancing. However, I do find Kherington Payne appealing enough. Kherington Payne Behind-The-Scenes Photo Shoot – These bloopers are hilarious Reluctantly, here is the trailer for Fame. One of these days I’ll find the courage to watch the trailer. FAME: Movie Trailer – Click here for another funny movie. Jennifer’s Body I [...]
Sep 29
Takedown: Psycho Orangutan vs Dog
Apologies for the misleading title. This is a fun video. This link has another odd pair. A hippo and a 130-year old tortoise.
Sep 29
MLB winners for 9/30 games
Judging from yesterday’s results, don’t use my picks. September 30 Games: Chicago over Pittsburgh Mets over Washington Phillies over Houston Atlanta over Florida Cincinnati over St. Louis Chicago over Pittsburgh (zambrano) Colorado over Milwaukee San Diego over Los Angelos San Francisco over Arizona — american league — Cleveland over Chicago Chicago over Cleveland (Peavy starts) [...]
Sep 29
Cliff Pennington – Oakland A’s Shortstop
Judging from reactions even after a productive stint with the big club, you’d think Pennington will still be fighting for a spot next year, and that some even want Orlando Cabrera back. This from a supposedly objective, intelligent group of fans. Switch hitter Patient/good eye Doesn’t strike out much, so his outs are more likely [...]
Sep 29
Lindsey Graham almost claps for the President
During President Obama’s Health Care speech at the beginning of September, if you looked away you may have missed the North Carolina senator barely refrain from applauding (at 21 seconds into the clip). He must have forgotten where he was for a second. Republicans must not approve of the president – no matter what.
Sep 29
Chris Matthews on Ellen
March 2009 Ellen Explains the dance. Ellen invited Chris back on the show in November, and here are some clips as she prepares for his return. Unfortunately, no sequel groping but Matthews is a good interview.
Sep 29
US Chamber of Commerce loses Exelon
Exelon is the largest electric utility in the United States, and they have apparently chosen not to renew their membership in the chamber due to the chamber’s opposition to global warming opposition. Exelon’s CEO John Rowe said this in 2008: Exelon has staked out an industry-leading position on the issue of climate change and, in [...]
Sep 29
Useful WordPress Plugins
I recommend some of these: Log into your dashboard On the left, click plugins. On the left again, under plugins click “add new” Then search for the name of any of these. All in One SEO Pack Has more than I use so far. I need to remember to override the meta description. And a [...]
Sep 28
Jim Kramer on The Daily Show
Jon Stewart of The Daily Show consistently conducts good interviews. The following is the leadup to his interview with Jim Kramer. March 4, 2009 The Daily Show With Jon Stewart Mon – Thurs 11p / 10c CNBC Financial Advice www.thedailyshow.com Daily Show Full Episodes Political Humor Healthcare Protests March 9, 2009 The Daily Show With [...]
Sep 28
MLB winners for 9/29 games
I will be picking winners, to tally up in a week when the season ends Image comes from: baseball.about.com September 29 Games: Phillies over Houston Mets over Washington St. Louis over Cincinnati Atlanta over Florida Chicago over Pittsburgh Milwaukee over Colorado Los Angeles over San Diego San Francisco over Arizona — american league — Minnesota [...]
Sep 28
Astroturfing
I was introduced to the term “astroturfing” this summer, as it relates to politics. Astroturfing is fake grassroots. Quoting wikipedia, “The term (grassroots) implies that the creation of the movement and the group supporting it is natural and spontaneous, highlighting the differences between this and a movement that is orchestrated by traditional power structures.” Again [...]
Sep 28
Oakland A’s Offseason
Oakland A’s, 2009 Offseason Do nothing. C – Kurt Suzuki / Landon Powell Suzuki is above average all around. Powell shows good pop. Prediction (combined): .270/340/420 (760 ops) 1b – Daric Barton Has had a great last month. I expect it will carry over to next season this time. Prediction: 270/380/435 (815 ops) 2b – [...]
