GOP no longer believes in gravity after a big gust of wind

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Wednesday February 10, 2010 · 4:04 PM PST

2010/02/10 · 16:04

The theory of gravity, which has been scientifically sound for hundreds of years, has suddenly been put in doubt. At 9:00 this morning a big gust of wind swept through capital hill sending plastic bags up, blankets off the ground, and hats off people's heads. Needless to say, gravity has come under fire. Numerous GOP leaders have rushed to voice their opinion on this shocking event.

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Friday November 20, 2009 · 3:33 PM PST

2009/11/20 · 15:33

With the recent purity surge by the right wing, including recent challenges to Dede Scozzafava, Charlie Crist, John McCain, who voted with Bush 95% of the time, and one South Carolina county GOP censuring Lindsey Graham, it was only a matter of time until Michelle Bachmann faced a challenger. Local talk radio host George Nutwing has announced a primary challenge to Bachmann, and is being backed by the club for growth. Bachmann could be in the fight of her political life.

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Monday November 16, 2009 · 12:49 PM PST

2009/11/16 · 12:49

Global warming is likely the largest threat humanity has ever faced. Drought, famine, floods, political instability, and more could cost billions of lives. Already we are witnessing its effects with heat waves, severe storms, and disruption of agriculture in countries already facing food shortages. Clearly we have to take drastic action and get our CO2 parts per million below 350. This will require massive investment in alternative energy, strict regulations on green house gasses, and strong enforced international treaties.

Figuring out what to do is the easy part. The hard part is getting it done politically. It is hard to get the political process or the American people on board to combat threats that seem distant. Many seem to think the answer is to frame the debate around energy. It is reasoned that people will respond to their economic interests and will be more likely to support a bill promising that we will get off foreign oil than one to tackle climate change. I disagree. If we frame global warming as an energy issue, congress will be reluctent to move on the legislation we need.

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The Homo Wingnutus

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Friday October 30, 2009 · 1:01 PM PDT

2009/10/30 · 13:01

In the jungle of political animals the homo wingnutus is one of the strangest creatures to be found. In the last few decades, its population has exploded, and its visibility has gone up even further over this past year. Its effect on the political ecosystem is devastating. If we are to manage this threat we must learn more about this illusive creature, so without further ado, let us journey into the life of the homo wingnutus.

Michael91

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Sunday July 26, 2009 · 6:32 PM PDT

2009/07/26 · 18:32

According to NASA, a large asteroid, about ten times the size as the asteroid that killed the dinosaurs, is approaching earth with a 90% chance of impact. The impact and aftermath is expected to kill all, or almost all, of life on earth and will certainly lead to the end of the human race. However, there is a plan to avoid this scenario. It calls for the launching of a space shuttle near the asteroid that will alter the asteroid's orbit. The plan is expected to reduce the chance of impact to 5%. Due to the rushed timing and enormous size of the shuttle needed, NASA estimates the price at 100 billion dollars.

An appropriation by congress is needed for this emergency project to go forth. While many stress the incredible urgency of the situation, many centrists and fiscal conservatives are worried about the cost to the American people.

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Monday March 23, 2009 · 6:19 PM PDT

2009/03/23 · 18:19

It seems that everywhere I look in the last couple of days, someone is talking about how those who disagree with Obama are hurting the progressive agenda. Many feel that it is best to just follow Obama no matter what. I think this is not what helps the progressive movement, but its most bitter enemy. When there is no pressure from the left, our leaders have no where to go but to the right.

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Friday July 18, 2008 · 11:32 AM PDT

2008/07/18 · 11:32

Maryland 3rd district Congressman John Sarbanes is working hard to build the party and put a democrat in the white house!

Since Sarbanes is in a safe district, he has decided to build the democratic party and help ensure our success in November. The congressman is putting together a volunteer coalition to help the democratic party not just at the presidential level, but at the senate and house level as well.

Sarbanes' operation involves calls to Virginia for Obama and Warner, and canvasing and calls to the eastern shore for Kratovil in this red to blue house race. Sarbanes helps win these races for us with events every week, and an office full of activity, with the goal of building a democratic wave in November.

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Monday January 15, 2007 · 4:34 PM PST

2007/01/15 · 16:34

I am a 15-year-old who is passionate for progressive politics. In the past I have done work for John Kerry and Kwaesi Mfume, and have worked on progressive causes, such as stopping the Iraq war and public financing of campaigns.

I have a whole summer free that I would like to devote to progressive politics. I’m looking for volunteer work that a high school student can do, in the Maryland/D.C. area. I am especially interested in campaigns, voting integrity, and public financing of campaigns. However, I am open to any way in which I can make a difference.

Thank you for any leads you can give me.

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How can a high school student get involved?