Tag Archives: George W. Bush

What if Bush Had Caught bin Laden?

Posted on April 11, 2012 by Mr. Universe

Of course George W. Bush never actually caught bin Laden. President Obama did. In fact, Bush made it a point to not to capture or kill America’s number one enemy. He went out of his way to avoid going after … Continue reading →

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Grace Under Democracy

Posted on March 18, 2012 by Mr. Universe

MSNBC recently added a new show to its line-up with the addition of Melissa Harris-Perry on their Saturday programming. Harris-Perry is another uber smart female in the same vein as Rachel Maddow that MSNBC has been taking a chance on. … Continue reading →

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A Soldier’s Duty; A Citizen’s Responsibility

Posted on September 13, 2011 by Mr. Universe

I was thinking the other day when I was reflecting on 9/11 about America’s place in the world. Specifically, I was thinking about our military. Finest, most well-trained bunch of people in the world. Of course, for some the military … Continue reading →

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The Republican Universal Tax

Posted on July 25, 2011 by Mr. Universe

As the debate rages on in the never ending game of chicken in Washington politics, the machinations are baffling to observe. It’s little wonder that polls have negative numbers for both parties at almost all time highs despite the obvious brinkmanship of the Republicans. … Continue reading →

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In This Corner…Rick Perry

Posted on July 21, 2011 by Mr. Universe

2012 Contender Series: Rick Perry (Update: After coming in dead last in New Hampshire, Rick Perry withdrew from the Repblican Primary) (Update: Perry officially announced his candidacy on Satuday, August 13th on the day of the Iowa Straw Poll) Yes, … Continue reading →

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Hope, Change, and…Distraction?

Posted on July 14, 2011 by Mr. Universe

Warning: this is a rant. When I campaigned for President Obama I was excited by his hope and change message. He talked about things I thought were important for the country. He talked about things I am interested in, that … Continue reading →

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Know Thy Enemy…George Soros

Posted on July 13, 2011 by Mr. Universe

I’ve never really known who George Soros is. I hear he’s wealthy and is from a country across the ocean but other than that, the only reason I know his name is because he seems to be the target of conservative … Continue reading →

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Had Enough Yet?

Posted on June 28, 2011 by Mr. Universe

I should really stop apologizing; as I did yesterday, and just embrace my inner conspiracy theorist. Wave it around like a rainbow flag at a Gay Pride rally. Wear it around my neck like some nineties gangsta bling. Force people to look at … Continue reading →

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War; What is it Good For? Absolutely Profit$

Posted on June 15, 2011 by Mr. Universe

Many apologies to Edwin Starr for co-opting the title of his 1969 classic. When President Dwight David Eisenhower delivered his farewell address to the nation on January 17, 1961, he advocated keeping an established military always ready for action. Eisenhower … Continue reading →

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In This Corner…Mitch Daniels

Posted on May 17, 2011 by Mr. Universe

2012 Contender Series: Mitch Daniels In this corner… is an ongoing series looking into the viability of potential candidates for the 2012 Presidential race. (Updated, May 22nd, 2011. Daniels declared he would not run in an e-mail late Saturday evening) … Continue reading →

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