Chris Matthews just scared the crap out of me!

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Wednesday March 19, 2014 · 4:50 PM PDT

2014/03/19 · 16:50

I am aware that the Republicans yearn to take control of the Senate. I also know that the prospects of Democrats taking back the House is not possible.

But the prospect of what would happen if Republicans actually did take the Senate, and that is a possibility, was made frighteningly clear by Chris Matthews, David Corn, and Howard Fineman.

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Tuesday July 23, 2013 · 2:12 PM PDT

2013/07/23 · 14:12

Before the 2020 mid-terms, I begged everyone with whom I worked, everyone with whom I had a passing friendship, to vote.

I, with passion, pleaded for people to vote, for I knew, beyond a doubt, that the batshit crazies would vote.

I implored; I offered rides to polls. But yet none would take this mid-term seriously.

And so here we are- suffering at the hands of the extremist right wing nuts.

Listening to Boehner, et. al., I fear for the future of this country.

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Sunday June 16, 2013 · 11:17 AM PDT

2013/06/16 · 11:17

For months I read articles, listened to reports on local news, listened to scientists.

For months I have religiously listened for the loud, eager chirpping to arrive.

For months I inspected the ground for holes from which they were to appear.

Nothing.

I followed special Trackers, accounts of those lucky enough for a viewing.

My patience is wearing thin.

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Thursday February 28, 2013 · 1:39 PM PST

2013/02/28 · 13:39

As a baby boomer, one who was actively involved on politics even before I could vote, I was extremely active in the Civil Rights movement.

After reading some of the comments coming from the Supreme Court, I think I am going to be sick.

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Tuesday January 01, 2013 · 6:43 AM PST

2013/01/01 · 06:43

For all those hair on fire people, if you can think back a week or two, there was a big deal on the table. Boehner walked away and the Plan B fiasco began.

At this point most Democrats, including the President, wanted, at least, to save taxes rising for most Americans. Many Democratic Senators always wanted the level to be at 400 thousand.

As for the sequester......

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Thursday October 18, 2012 · 9:56 AM PDT

2012/10/18 · 09:56

Last night's Hardball with Chris Matthews featured James Lipton, who, in his special way broke down each candidate's debate style and made judgements.

This is not a long diary, but I feel the distinction Lipton made between Mitt Romney and Barack Obama is an important distinction that needs to be discussed.

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Thursday October 04, 2012 · 7:21 AM PDT

2012/10/04 · 07:21

I have to acknowledge that I am 65 and have been teaching for 44 years. I have debated and been involved in teaching debate as well as teaching the Constitution.

My initial reaction to the debate war this: appalled

My initial reaction to the punditry after the debate: appalled

This morning, however, I am really angry - at a great many people.

Follow below.

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Thursday July 19, 2012 · 10:35 AM PDT

2012/07/19 · 10:35

I have always thought that the government in Israel is far more conservative than we think.

I also believe that Bibi intends to attack Iran....

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Will the Israelis attack Iran and affect the elections?

22 votes Vote Now!

Will the Israelis attack Iran and affect the elections?

Yes

9 votes

8 votes

Maybe

5 votes

Anyone read David Mariness' book?

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Monday June 25, 2012 · 3:03 PM PDT

2012/06/25 · 15:03

I read a lot. I am obsessed with reading.

I once left a pot of eggs boiling, totally forgetting, until the smoke alarm went off. I was reading. And if a book is well-written, I tend to immerse myself into it.

I did that with David Mariness' book about Barack Obama.

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Who wants to discuss this book?

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Who wants to discuss this book?

Yes- one day a week

5 votes

Hell no!

1 vote

THIS is what is wrong with the World

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Wednesday June 06, 2012 · 4:38 PM PDT

2012/06/06 · 16:38

Personally, I just spent hours at the dentist, fearing the dreaded words, root canal.

After x-rays and little cameras shoved in my mouth. After the tiny pick probing, looking for a filling problem, the verdict?

Sinus. I have chronic sinusitis. Which means I have a constant, consistent headache every day. Today my sinuses were exceptionally inflammed.

But I digress.

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Thursday May 31, 2012 · 1:17 PM PDT

2012/05/31 · 13:17

A little background: I teach a Constitution class to eighth graders. It is a year long course where we study the beginnings of, the historical significance of events, and the present day interpretation as it applies to current events. Included in this course is the study of landmark court cases and current cases.

I am a political junkie which is why I love teaching this class. It is hard work for me, for I scour newspapers, cable news, network news. I found a wonderful website: www.izzit.org which allows teachers to print current events from various sources. And for other teachers out there, it is free!

I met with my class today. We begin each class with what's in the news. Once we got beyond the Smookie's baby's gender, the real discussion started.

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Tuesday May 29, 2012 · 1:13 PM PDT

2012/05/29 · 13:13

This is the first line of a song from "South Pacific," one of the best Broadway plays written. The lyrics to this song has always run true to me. They represent how the worst of our thoughts are allowed to fester and garner strength.

You've got to be taught to hate and fear
It has to be drummed in your dear little ear
It's got to be carefully taught.

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Will I Do My Best to Stop Romney

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Will I Do My Best to Stop Romney

Hell yes

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Yes

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Maybe

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Why should I

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I don't care

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