A few days ago, I watched an interview with Angela Jolie about her new movie – first directed movie – In the Land of Blood and Honey. I was so deeply moved to witness her talking about wanting to open a discourse about the rape of women used as a weapon of war. It’s a much welcomed yet long overdue open conversation. I truly hope it helps bring the problem into awareness of our world and to heal the...
Sexism
Beyond The Pale
Jill at Feministe explains: Oh for the love of God. This is really beyond the pale. And really, if the “What election sexism?” Democrats can’t see how over-the-top this is, I don’t really know what to say. Progressives should be better than this. I’m so sick of this sexism crap… Be sure to check the links from Jill: “For thoughts on sexism in the election in general, I refer you to Rebecca Traister and Amanda Fortini.” And: Contact the...
All I am Saying is Give Democracy a Chance
The Democratic Daily is not sponsoring or endorsing this event, but, you should know about it — in the name of democracy. If you happen to be in New York City today and tomorrow, seriously consider showing up at Hillary Clinton Forum NYC Protest Tomorrow, April 11. It is co-sponsored by the independent Hillary Clinton Online Forum and the independent Veterans for Hillary (v4hill.com). If you aren’t in New York or can’t participate in-person and wish to “participate,” please...
Dizzy’s Ten Post Round-Up
I’m on fire, right now, as I have a lot on my mind. I’m sure many of you are getting worked up about the same things that are sticking in my craw. Yet, when I try to express myself in a coherent fashion, it comes out on the page looking something like ”akjf;laghoehtoieWTFgj;akjoijfoidjAHHHH!” Of course, I “know” what it says, but it’s impossible to translate. I have plenty of time to think of these things, as I go about...
Randi Rhodes Suspended for Clinton Comments
Randi Rhodes has been suspended from Air America for ”making inappropriate statements about prominent figures, including Senator Hillary Clinton” at a recent public event, that were caught on a YouTube video (WARNING: Strong language): I’ve never been much of a talk radio fan, but I used to enjoy listening to Randi’s show occassionally, until I grew tired of her propensity to attack our own. The misogynistic screed in the video above is astounding, simply astounding. Quite frankly I think Rhodes...
Dizzy’s Ten Post Round-Up
No kidding, it’s April Fool’s Day and there are a whole lot of April Fools in the news and, alas, none of them are very funny. Just for fun, I thought you all would get a kick out of the footage of GWB getting booed: Bush booed at 2008 Nationals home opener There will probably be a few boos heard about today’s Ten Post Round-Up: 1: Lack of health care coverage is no joke, but the current initiatives in...
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