So if most of the campaign money for the GOP comes from China
Nikkei stock exchange has just opened. Shanghai and Hang Seng markets open 90 minutes from now.
You know what really pisses me off in debates?
Congress should cut their own salary and entitlements before hitting the middle class
"Obama, Boehner Come to Agreement That Cantor is Douche"
Hmmm... "THEY WOULD WRITE THE DECISION EITHER IN BLOOD OR IN INK. AND THEY OPTED FOR INK." - no yell
BBC: Residents' brief return to Fukushima exclusion zone
AP: New Jersey Gov. rolls into Iowa
BREAKING: Obama, Boehner Come to Agreement That Cantor is a Douche
Here come the brides and the grooms in New York
Obama appeasment: Some interesting and nasty parallels
Obama beating Christie in New Jersey
Corporate-funded ALEC has strong ties to Kansas Legislature
One side wants a short term deal and tie up congress with debt ceiling issues again?
BONER sent *this* message to the country today (thanx Faux, Chris Wallace, Brit, & oth a-holes)
OMG! My marriage is now an Orangutan!
creepy toon on Norway massacre
Hillary running cover for Bohner's Bone Head Theatrics ?
I wonder if the GOP fear of their base is not just losing primaries
Right winged bull-crap in email
Reid to offer $2.7T deficit cutting plan
"Boehner Weighs Balanced-Budget Amendment"
CNN just announced: NO DEBT DEAL. Possible deal on Monday. n/t
Question about filing for a disability...
Damn the Right is good at screwing up history.
How can this be? Boehner and company keep saying that
We startled each other on the beach today...cute, huh?
He wanted to be on the World Stage.
CNN: Reid traded 2013 renewal date for no revenue agreement
Alabama's anti-immigrant law conjures oppressive reactions of Bull Connor -- and coalition of
If ever art imitated life...here it is
I know why there are no "revenue increases" in the deal Harry Reid spoke about
CEOs bashing Obama on cue.... obviously the GOP is terrified Obama is scoring points with
CEOs bashing Obama on cue.... obviously the GOP is terrified Obama is scoring points with
CEOs bashing Obama on cue.... obviously the GOP is terrified Obama is scoring points with
I think a single issue candidate--save the the safety net--could win the Presidency.
GENERAL CALL: Contact your Representative and Senators -
So if this debt ceiling thing doesn't destroy the
What good did our Government ever do for ANYBODY?
Super Congress?...Or An Indication That....
Asian stock markets are holding steady with few losses. Manufactured Crisis or Lucky Break?
There Is A Reason Why We Shouldn't Tolerate A 2 Part Debt Ceiling Plan......
Nuke crisis refugee fought losing 18-year legal battle against Fukushima plant (JAPAN)
News International staff told to stop deleting emails
I remain convinced that a deal will be struck and we will all suffer for it.
I'm getting lost in all the debt ceiling discussions.
Ex-IMF chief's accuser speaks to media
Coburn (Coburn!!): "We can reduce spending without touching entitlement benefits."
Jeff Jarvis: #fuckyouwashington: The Story Of A Hashtag And A Movement
Fukushima mobilizes 3,900 to help decontaminate 'hot spots' (JAPAN)
As one Obama support to another
Poll suggests Springsteen would romp home in a race against Christie
Everybody forgot about "The Undefeated" and for good reason.
What the heck ever happened to Congressman David Dreier?
Currently watching Norweigians enter their state cathedral after the attacks.
5 Scientific Reasons Powerful People Will Always Suck
"I'm mad as hell and I'm not going to take it anymore..."
On Getting Checks from the Government, Or, the Direct/Indirect Problem
“Mr. Halfway”-"In the end-the President had made the Repubs look bad-but what did he get for it?"
I just saw the funniest thing outside the courthouse in Norway
genius way to keep polls from clogging up
genius way to keep polls from clogging up
If I were negotiating raising the debt limit, I wouldn't risk the U.S. having a default
the markets may be the perfect way to determine the equilibrium price of stuff...
Dems rejected short-term GOP offer. Dems offer $2.7T in cuts without any revenues.
Aljazeera: After the attacks Norwegians should continue to embrace internationalism and doing good
Suppose Boehner Knows He Doesn't Really Have the Votes
Norway attack live coverage: Anders Behring Breivik in court
The real reason "The Undefeated" has been doing so poorly
The most evil corporation/organization in America. Which is it?
Reid Statement: 2.7T in cuts, no revenue increases, get us through the 2012 election. Deal?
To Reach Simple Life of Summer Camp, Lining Up for Private Jets
No permanent U.S. bases in Afghanistan - U.S. ambassador
Naked Weymouth (Massachusetts) man accused of spitting on cop
Any deal that does not raise revenues will be touted by Republicans as a triumph for them.
Kansas congressman Kevin Yoder’s town hall includes a bouncer
Men Driving Stolen Car Ask Police for Directions
Any politicians that have Social Security on the table
If global traders try to crash the US Dollar and economy, what would be the appropriate response?
Interpol are investigating Polish link to Oslo bomb.
Interpol are investigating Polish link to Oslo bomb.
Our choice is between two GOP plans
Grizzly Bear Mauls Teens In Alaska
Adventures with Jobless Jack....a Mark Fiore animated short from 2010 that's still sadly apropos
I have a question about August 2nd we should really know the answer to:
RIM to Cut 2,000 Jobs on BlackBerry Share Decline
Did Reagan Lowering Corp Taxes in 1986 spark a Trade War
When future historians write about this period in history
So how far into the future do the neoliberals want to structurally
Norway mass killer wants time in court to tell why
Boehner pulls condom off debt ceiling plan
Does anyone have a link to the Norway killer's manifesto?
An observation on our response to the debt crisis...
An observation on our response to the debt crisis...
TPM Dems Epic Cave: "Everything they asked for from the beginning."
Scandal? What scandal? - byTom Tomorrow (Fox: We Don't Report News-We Just Make Crap Up)
Florida LTTE: Don't play mind games with Social Security
Florida LTTE: Don't play mind games with Social Security
I prayed for the first time in a very long time
jet and diesel fuel pipe leak report - FL
Judge leading phone hacking inquiry is urged by MP to 'come clean' about links to Murdoch family
Ezra Klein- Republicans have won. But can they stop there?
Question: Debt Ceiling and the Rich
What Joe Kennedy and William Butler Yeats Had in Common
Voicemail hacking and the 'phone hacking' scandal - how it worked
Breaking -'there are two more cells in our organisation' -Breivik
If you don't want republicans to win in 2012, start criticizing this president, right NOW!
If you don't want republicans to win in 2012, start criticizing this president, right NOW!
Urgent: Stand with IAVA on H.R. 1383
I saw a few minutes of the musical "1776", and was astounded when I heard the Tea Party explained:
Melting Arctic ice releasing banned toxins, warn scientists
GE Healthcare moving X-ray leadership team from US to China
Dear Egypt, Syria, Tunisia, Yemen, et al
President Oakland's most STUNNING statement (and there have been a LOT of them)
Since all richie rich is concerned with is the top 1% and owns the pugs, suppose we the people all
Steam Pipe Explosion Jolts Midtown; One Person Is Confirmed Dead
'Growns ups in the room' in DC are determined to elevate Herbert Hoover's economic policy
Construction projects halt and nearly 4,000 workers furloughed in partial FAA shutdown
Gee, Reid offerred 2.4 trillion cuts, no revenue increases, and the repukes still reject it. This
Ezra Klein: You can’t have it both ways on war spending
"We are so few in this country, every fallen man is a brother or friend."
What's the real deadline on a debt ceiling bill? Does anybody know?
Face it, cutting the big 3 AND tax hikes are not a winning strategy, so tax hikes off the table
“Cut “the Posturing, “Cap” the Gridlock and “Balance” Ideology with Rationality!
What options does Obama have with Emergency Powers?
Chart: Bush Tax Cuts and the Deficit. Someone send this to Boehner, please
Chart: Bush Tax Cuts and the Deficit. Someone send this to Boehner, please
Mike Ross Won’t Seek Re-Election in 2012 (Roll Call)
Survivor's blog: Hell on Utoeya
Residents in western Libya say NATO hit hospital
Into the belly of the beast...
One Chart That Should Accompany All Discussions of the Debt Ceiling (Bush v Obama policy changes)
The Rude Pundit: Scenes from Our Unshared Sacrifices, Part 2 (Ceci n'est pas une tax)
Jon STEWART: Rethugs "can't say 'rich' anymore, they say he's a 'job creator'!1"
Amazing how much infuence the Republicans have with just one house of Congress.
Can someone here answer this question: Does a veto effectively lift the spending limit?
As Big Libraries Suffer, Micro-Libraries Spring to Life
staffers of congressional family members don't have to pay back student loans?
With Apple enforcing new rules, Kindle, Nook, and Kobo apps shed stores
The scumbag mass murderer will not be allowed to present
I have never seen reality so unrelated to reality in this country
Church Lady: Oh, well I guess some of us are only fiscal conservatives when it's con-VEEEEEEEN-ient
Limbaugh, then Hannity, will be giving the marching orders today.
The Teen Suicide Epidemic in Michele Bachmann's District
God Urges Rick Perry Not To Run For President
NYT writer: James and Rupert Murdoch are ‘done’
Victory for Evolution in Texas!
"I think that ultimately he should have taken his own life rather than kill so many people"
Hartmann coming up: Frank Schaffer on US Christian jihad
Question on the radio this morning:Will parents of gay people start pressuring them to marry
"U.S. wastes $34 billion in Afghan and Iraq contracting" - but cut Social Security, Washington.
"U.S. wastes $34 billion in Afghan and Iraq contracting" - but cut Social Security, Washington.
FauxNews Carlson Complains Media "Quick To Paint Norway Terror Suspect As A Right-Wing Operative"
Senatorfold Scott Brown (Tea-MA) picks Vermont GOP leader as campaign manager
Criminal Justice: ‘Normalizing’ Exploitation
Ten facts about the financial condition of the American family than will blow your mind
$1.2 million mansion for $10K? HOA's getting in on foreclosures
Has any vote counting been done on how many GOP in the house would vote to raise the debt ceiling?
Paul Krugman: Messing With Medicare ("Terrible Policy... Terrible Politics")
Not to toot my horn, but I was asked. This is how we support our dear DU brethren.
Defeated: Sarah Palin's Documentary Has Already Been Relegated To Pay-For-View
Asian Markets Are Almost All Down. It Begins....
Get our DAMNED SS Surplus back from those you gave it to!
How long until there is no gay marriage and no gay couples?
I Pledge to Donate $200 to Elizabeth Warren's Senate Campaign within the Hour That She Announces
Coultergeist's latest 'book' is titled DEMONIC. Does anyone bother to research her claims?
Even Larry Tribe Now Agrees: Fourteenth Amendment is a Viable Option. So Why Won’t Obama Use It?
Even Larry Tribe Now Agrees: Fourteenth Amendment is a Viable Option. So Why Won’t Obama Use It?
Sheriff: 4-year-old shot in head while fishing
Details about Brevik's personal life emerge. A "mama's boy" whose father was a diplomat,
Web Browser Add-Ons Let Users Block News Corp-Owned websites
Kevin McCarthy is an idiot....
Threat to Japanese Food Chain Multiplies as Cesium Contamination Spreads
Harry Reid's Debt Proposal Will Leave Entitlement Benefits Untouched
Pentagon Seeks to Extend Iraq Agreement
Pentagon Seeks to Extend Iraq Agreement
Barack Obama Courts Latino Voters, Calls For Partner On Immigration Reform
Milwaukee under Socialism was good. I was born during the administration of Frank Zeidler.
Contact info for Premiere Radio if you want to react to Beck's obscene comment
I was REALLY trying to find something to be thankful for today
Norwegian 'MI5' Had Massacre Suspect On List since March
Alan Grayson: "Why Boehner Cries"
Banks Pay Back TARP Funds by. . .Borrowing From Treasury
Who profits if the cap isn't raised?
Louis Armstrong airport employee accidentally shot by passenger
Afghanistan: Wisconsin soldier invents device to foil bombs
100,000 people gathered outside Oslo's City Hall to hear the Prince and PM say this
Unemployment up in GOP strongholds Texas and South Carolina
Too Many Chiefs at City Hall? | Casino Cash for Pols | CPS in the Dumps
Does anyone really think that president Obama is still controlling the debate
Does anyone really think that president Obama is still controlling the debate
GDP Slumps Toward Zero As Key Recent Momentum Ends
Gawker Will Go to Court in Fox Investigation Of Ailes & Gov Chris Christie
Syria introduces law allowing independent political parties
Judge says suspect in Norway terror attacks pleaded not guilty, says he wanted to save Europe
Gay Marriage Opponents Sue to Overturn NY Law
Limbaugh, then Hannity, will be giving the marching orders today.+* to the
Alaska is the Anal Sex Toy Capital of America
Let's face it, president Obama and now Senate Majority Leader Reid
Web Browser Add-Ons Let Users Block News Corp-Owned Websites
"when both sides want to be seen as the greatest spending cutters in history"
Mystery ‘Murdoch Leaks’ site appears online
After Terrorist Attack By Alleged Anti-Muslim Fanatic, Peter King Will Still Target Muslims
America needs you, Elmer Davis.
(FL) Charters get $55 million for upkeep, other schools get zero
Roger Ailes Caught Spying on the Reporters at His Small-Town Newspaper
Saudi Arabia blocks website of Amnesty International after it leaks 'anti-terror' law
Obama: Rich should pay 'fair share' of debt reduction
LIVE COVERAGE: Democrats Say Republican Debt Plan "Dangerous" w/link to Reid plan
Can we stop with the "Entitlement" crap?
I hope they put a TV in that mass murderers cell so he could see this
Corporations and the rich are "entitled", not those on social security and food stamps.
Sarah Palin meets Jesus Christ
Prussian Blue Sings a New Tune
Sen. McConnell: President presented with bipartisan proposal this weekend, but he "rejected it..."
In Florida, An Organizing Drive that Doubled the Union
Republican FAA Shutdown Costs 4,000 Jobs, Threatens 90,000
Republican FAA Shutdown Costs 4,000 Jobs, Threatens 90,000
I Will Forever Hold G.W.Bush & The Repugs Responsible For......
Please don't flame me, BUT...you MUST watch the movie "Collapse" !!
Boehner’s plan (two-step proposal Boehner is circulating)
Freepers opine about why they have no success in the movie industry.
Ever Ask Yourself, "What Would The Founding Fathers Think?" Read This Book To Find Out
Most people are so clueless and propagandized it's worthless to try to communicate with them
Will Brevik's attack trigger a spate of copycat attacks.
Bernie Sanders: What’s At Stake
The BBC interview with the Prime MInister of Norway is offensive
Christian Terrorist is Grim News on Eve of Ramadan and 9/11
Payroll tax hike? Really? How about a tax on wall street transactions?
I confess to needing to eat my hat. Olympia Snowe is running again.
The crown princess of Norway lost her stepbrother on Utoya.
Republicans are just enjoying the hell out of their hostage drama, aren't they
The Face of Christian Terrorism?
From a right wing site: 'Shared' Sacrifice Means the Poor Give Up Their Share Too
Rick Perry’s ‘Texas taint’ will demolish 2012 plans: Fox commentator
Will new digital TV's pull local stations with rabbit ears?
Picture appropriate for the week ahead
Dave Emory's take on the Norway Massacre.
Boehner proposal includes vote on balanced budget amendment
Boehner proposal includes vote on balanced budget amendment
Krugman: The Fatal Delusion (that Republicans will act reasonably)
100 years ago, Machu Picchu was "found" by an American historian
The "working class" who voted the crazy folks to power, need to see what "Small Gubmint" truly is
$16 Trillion in secret 0% loans. More than the total US debt today ($14.5 T)
If Social Security is in "crisis"??
Shocker! Fox News’ PR People Caught Lying About Something!
SS does not contribute one nickel to the debt. The wars contributed 6 trillion to the debt.
You know, for better or worse, it's all on Boehner.
Link to Boehner plan (PDF of his hand out)
The debt ceiling dilemma ( dumbed down for the teabag people)
House Could Vote Wednesday on Boehner Plan
Oh good grief: Steve King on default: Obama could be impeached
Shared values of Breivik and Islamic bombers: anti-gay, anti-feminism, anti-"mingling of cultures",
Dominionist ties to Norway terrorist clear and convincing
I"m sick of hearing RATpubliCONs claiming they have a MAJORITY
Tom Coburn’s cuts: Military’s Tricare Prime health care program targeted
Rank-and-file skeptical of Boehner plan - many members say they could not commit to supporting it
Where Is The Post About Michael Ruppert's Collapse? I Glanced At It For
How the Super-Rich are Bleeding the Treasury: Understanding the Federal 'Debt Crisis'
Prescription drug prices to plunge as patents expire
At the start of July Canada slashed the number of visas available for migrant workers.
If Obama can launch a war without Congressional approval, why not raise the debt ceiling too?
This whole debt ceiling debate is exposing both the Republicans
New changes at Power and Light District have people talking
Anti-gay marriage rallies as NY ceremonies begin
Obama is willing to do ANYTHING!
Reid and Schumer will hold a press conference at 230 p.m, Boehner at 4pm
Republican Rep. warns of Obama impeachment if GOP forces debt default
From Twitter about boehner: Like bargaining w/ orange jello.
Now the Republicans have no excuse to not raise the debt ceiling
Democrats for Americas Future (passed along by Jim Hightower)
Toon & commentary "Global Warming Denial conference canceled"
The world sees it: Biggest threat to global economy is "a few right-wing nutters" in the US Congress
Norway killer made video that could be a Tea Party production (video)
Is Washington about to destroy America in the next week?
howard fineman just spoke the truth on m$nbc...'republicans don't want a deal'
on the debt ceiling and where we are as a nation
Boehner issues his new proposal, and this time he's SERIOUS...
Thank you DU for being here! You make each day more bearable knowing
Thank you DU for being here! You make each day more bearable knowing
We Can't Have A Two Part Debt Ceiling Fix......
Boehner supporters to rally over national debt Monday
Rep. Jim Jordan (R-OH) not supportive of Boehner’s new plan (chair of Republican Study Committee)
where the HELL have the adults all gone...?
I have an idea that might solve everything in Washington...
I don't think Boehner gets it - now whining about president's 9pm speech "he has no plan"
The Set The Terms Of The Debate Myth - Another Blame The Democrats Narrative. Its Pathetic
One thing I think we can be sure of about the Dominionists and theocrats
A Reid plan that includes a Super Congress sounds extremely dangerous.
Valley paper criticized over pastor's column on spousal rape
I've accepted Obama will do nothing about immigration reform
So freshman Senator Toomey is outraged that spending is up 35%
Social Security Isn’t In Crisis – WE ALREADY PAID FOR IT!
a way to solve the debt crisis
When interest rates start climbing, mortgages,creditcards,lines of credit will not be paid.
Republicans Are Engaging In The Worst Economic Terrorism In Our Nation's History - Free Pass!
Boehner's Plan Leaked by Wapo's Jennifer Rubin - Says Dems Will Have to Accept it
Boehner's Plan Leaked by Wapo's Jennifer Rubin - Says Dems Will Have to Accept it
What do republicans call not sucking off an oil exec?
What do republicans call not sucking off an oil exec?
Pam Geller Compares Herself to John Lennon
Live / Reid Unveils Debt Limit Proposal
Message to Obama: "You've got to be a thermostat rather than a thermometer"
Sharing: Drove to PostOffice in my large town/small Maryland city,
House GOP Budget Contained The Same War Savings That Republicans Are Now Complaining
Boehner checks in with the boss...
"Cut, Cap & Balance".."Stop, Drop & Roll"..eee-i-eee-i-o
Could we Bailout Wall St Banks with a Balanced Budget Amendment
Tweety is tearing Mike Lee a new one on party votes
What about people with mortgages if we default? Won't the higher interest rates crush them?
His Orangeness is fresh from the tanning salon and now speaking
Boehner briefed Limbaugh on debt plan before showing it to his conference
Norwegian terrorist was worried about the ''Brazilian Marxist Revolution.'' I kid you not.
Any bets on what the markets will do today?
Ark. BLUE DOG Mike Ross WON'T Seek Reelection
Hey Bonner, if my beloved ex doesn't Get her SSDI check, it's YOUR fault
Wall Street Donated Heavily To Boehner As The GOP Blocked Funding For Dodd-Frank
from fox business: Tax revenues up, We May Not Be Broke on Aug. 2 After All
It just gets better: Boehner will respond to Obama after speech tonight - NBC News
ACLU likely to drop lawsuit after NJ Gov. Christie confirms meeting with Fox News head
Crap! Arnie Duncan was rubbing elbows with Branstad at the state education conference.
Russia Youth Group and Putin Distance Themselves From (Norwegian) Killer’s Compliments
"Super Congress" Will Fast Track Entitlement Cuts and Other Odious Legislation
Talking Points for Liberal Democrats on the Debt Ceiling
Ezra Klein: The obvious compromise between the Reid and Boehner plans
Leave It Better has found a way to get kids excited about eating fresh vegetables
Norwegian police assessment from January: Far-right groups pose no “serious threat”
Meat from petri dish to plate: Credible or inedible?
So what do the 14,000,000 out of work do when the benefits run out?
Must-read article from 1930..about "the debt"...eerie
Microsoft apologizes for Amy Winehouse tweet
With all due respect, I see a lot of hot air on DU and no solutions.
America Doesn't Need a Tax-Dodging Industry
Right wing money pours into Wisconsin recall wars
If Corporations And The Rich Paid Taxes At The Same Level As The 1960s, The Debt Would Disappear
Dear America, Republicans want to kill YOUR Grandma
Seems to me the Rs care more about their oath to Grover Norquist than their oath to defend
How much would the US save by.....
Guardian Reporter who broke Murdoch scandal gets book deal
POTUS to address nation, 9 pm tonight, re stalemate over avoiding default
Rep. Mike Ross the Latest Blue Dog Dem to Not Seek Reelection
invocation from nashville speedway july 23, 2011
My iPad 2 (definitely not a sales pitch)
United and defiant against the import of the Tea Party into Europe.
Interesting. Howard Fineman on Hardball talking about the Tea Party as secessionists
Email titled "A News Update from Bernie Saunders" - sent 4:34 p.m., EST
Here is a good example of why trying to reason and debate the far right is useless.
Confused about social security pension at age 62. The last statement I got from the govt
FAA shutdown cost $30 Million a day in lost revenue
Advance transcript of Boehner's response tonight after President Obama's 9PM address
Chinese fighters ‘repel’ US aircraft
Bear attacks 7 teens in Talkeetna Mountains
The skeletons in Rick Perry's closet
"The Christian Right, Dominionism, and Theocracy"
Interesting thought ala Scott walker
Norwegians are not happy with FOX News' coverage:
Three entitlements I would like to see ended
Republicans Are Taking Us Down the Toilet
The truth about the poll that Mike Lee (R-Utah) claims supports the Rep. Cut, Cap, etc. bill
I voted this morning in the Wisconsin recall election at my city clerk's office.
Obama should lay it all out tonight.
Republican State Rep. Nate Bell quotes Hitler
List of the 2.7 Trillion in Itemized Cuts in the Reid Plan.
14th Amendment is no debt solution, writes Laurence Tribe
Anyone remember CNN ANCHOR Tony Harris? He moved to Al Jazeera, English
Anyone remember CNN ANCHOR Tony Harris? He moved to Al Jazeera, English
JP Morgan Tells Investors Why Middle Class Americans Are Screwed
Tea Party Slaps Down Boehner's Latest Proposal
Bwaaaaaahahahaha! (to quote malaise). The Tea Party is becoming a nightmare for
California "Dream Act" approved for illegal immigrants
California "Dream Act" approved for illegal immigrants
Rx Discount Card Info, everyone qualifies-saved me a bunch!
The Greater Threat: Christian Extremism From Timothy McVeigh to Anders Breivik
Pelosi on "austerity" reminds me of Bill Hicks on "belt tightening."
Will there be a WW3 in the next 80 years?
Wisconsin Governor Scott Walker signs 1 of 3 redistricting bills
Disgusting Low For Glenn Beck: Attacked Norway Camp "Sounds A Little Like The Hitler Youth"
Disgusting Low For Glenn Beck: Attacked Norway Camp "Sounds A Little Like The Hitler Youth"
Stupid Economics question re: CASH
The Ponzi Scheme that Plans to Eat Your Retirement
Now it's the lawyers' turn to be sucked into the phone-hacking scandal
Diversity Comes to Judiciary: Bench Makeup Could Be Hallmark for Obama
Disgusting: Glenn Beckk compares dead Norway teenagers to Hitler Youth.
Preserving the Fabric of Our Society as They Roll Out the Shock Doctrine
In 200+ Days The House GOP Has Voted To Kill 1.9 Million Jobs And Created 0
Man survives days trapped in snake-infested manhole
Man survives days trapped in snake-infested manhole
In Cantor, hedge funds and private equity firms have voice at debt ceiling negotiations
In Cantor, hedge funds and private equity firms have voice at debt ceiling negotiations
President is going to address the Nation at 9PM
Who's watching Tweety and the tea bagger from UT?
We'll see how many blue dog Democrats deposed in the 2010 elections get replaced by progressives.
So the President is adressing us at 21:00 EST.
Arkansas High School Appoints Co-Valedictorian Because Top Student Was African American
Cenk Should be picked up by Current TV...What are the chances?
Michelle Bachmann announces fantastic news on immigration.
Michelle Bachmann announces fantastic news on immigration.
Taxing The Poor: The Only Tax Increase Republicans Support
"GO OBAMA! CUT MY SOCIAL SECURITY! HOORAY!"
Just for a chuckle, a GREAT bumper sticker I saw.
Just for a chuckle, a GREAT bumper sticker I saw.
New Threat? For DU Investigation: "Americans Elect"
New Threat? For DU Investigation: "Americans Elect"
Children abandoned on east Africa's "roads of death"
Children abandoned on east Africa's "roads of death"
I've never been so dumbstruck.
Sedition in the House of Representatives
Twitter trends to watch #fuckyouwashington and #occupywallstreet
Do you support eliminating the mortgage interest tax deduction?
WH Reporter: "DC is a big bag of suck that couldn't solve a rubik's cube if it were all one color"
A rare side of Russell Brand. And an important message for all who love someone who is struggling
Fox News Host Advocates Men's "Veto Power" Over Women Seeking Abortions
Will Obama save his Presidency tonight?
Strauss-Kahn accuser comes foward to tell her side of the story
Killings in Norway Spotlight Anti-Muslim Thought in U.S.
Anti-Muslim author bemoans damage to his message because Breivik was a fanboy
Koch-Funded Tea Party Heavyweight Tim Phillips Spoke at Norweigan Killer's Political Party Event
URGENT: Proposed House Bill to gut 70 year-old worker protections (without public input or a hearing
Top 10 Anti-Gay Activists Caught Being Gay
Top 10 Anti-Gay Activists Caught Being Gay
The ONLY thing a Majority of Americans agree upon is RAISING Taxes on the Wealthy
Will he have to change parties to run for a second term?
Should city buses be subsidized by the government instead of people paying fares?
To Reach Simple Life of Summer Camp, Lining Up for Private Jets
"You're a SOCIALIST? Do you advocate confiscating private property?"
"You're a SOCIALIST? Do you advocate confiscating private property?"
After Signing Law Disenfranchising ID-less Voters, Wisconsin Gov. Scott Walker Closes 10 DMV Offices
Anyone else really miss Anthony Weiner right now?
In the end, Democrats will cave to do the right thing, and the Pukes will take advantage of it
In the end, Democrats will cave to do the right thing, and the Pukes will take advantage of it
Hungary Destroys All Monsanto GMO Maize Fields
Glenn Beck compares Norwegian campers to 'the Hitler youth'
We are not asking for impeachment
In the next 14 months, seven of the world's 20 best-selling drugs are scheduled to go "off patent."
Guy posts batshit crazy comment on foxnews.com
Happy 69 Yr Old German Woman Has Not Used Money For 15 Years
Why Washington is About to Make the Jobs Crisis Worse by Robert Reich
Today's top hacking stories: Murdoch $ paid 25% of last years government entertainment-big trouble
Glenn Beck is a Despicable Piece of Putrid Shit
Who still has faith in this process?
Read a Disgruntled Whole Foods Employee’s Epic Resignation Letter
The Teen Suicide Epidemic in Michele Bachmann's District
Yglesias: How To Move Americans Politics To The Left
Even Birds Have Withdrawn From Afghanistan
Hungary Destroys All Monsanto GMO Maize Fields
Hungary Destroys All Monsanto GMO Maize Fields
Not using the 14th Amendment makes the Baby Jesus cry.
Anders Behring Breivik's father: 'I will never return to Norway'
Prince Charles peddles a “detox” tincture made from artichoke and dandelion
To misinformed who think Obama agreed to cut Soc Sec
I'm in Norway now, although I was at a friend's mountain cabin
The entire mess in the United States was produced by George W Bush
Rename the "Debt Ceiling Crisis" to better fit how we got here
White House Endorses Catfood Commission part II, this time it will be binding
Oh WTF now....is Harry Reid SERIOUSLY considering a deal W/ NO NEW REVENUE?
Nurses seek financial transaction tax
Kids with ADHD less adept at crossing street
Bernie Sanders -major statement on how the Fed looted $16 Trillion to bail out banks (many foreign)
Ralph Nader has been very quiet about Rupert Murdoch's trouble hasn't he?
Why on earth am I having to argue over social security with Democrats?
If Bush or Giuliani Had Been Stoltenberg
I sincerely believe this might be part of the problem. (pic heavy)
Who is the most discriminated against group of people in America?
Who is the most discriminated against group of people in America?
Who is the most discriminated against group of people in America?
Rick Perry is going to be the Repuke 2012 nominee
Harry Reid's Takes Entitlements---OFF THE TABLE---Debt Proposal Will Leave Benefits Untouched
What do you think about Europe's burka banning laws.???
I was talking to my 83 year old father (who lives in GA) on the phone the other day and he said:
The ban is back: No more H2O on Metro
If U are a PROGRESSIVE DEMOCRAT, U believe in a POSSIBLE Government that CAN build a
Can someone explain why we have "liberal arts" yet there is no such thing as "conservative arts"
Norway massacre exposes incendiary immigration issue
Some immigrants are more equal than others.
Look at that, you son of a bitch.
Excuse me Mr. President, it’s not yours to give away.
Sarah Palin is like Jesus, a freeper types with tears in eyes.
"I will never be able to save enough to securely fund a private retirement"
How Obama's policy advisors explain his giveaway on the safety nets.
New Court Filing Reveals How the 2004 Ohio Presidential Election Was Hacked
There are NO "Fringe Leftists" posting at DU.
Obama's Budget Betrayal - Questions and Answers
I just want to dedicate this video to my dear friend madinmaryland!
Howie Mandel to Pierce Morgan: "I was going to say what Pierce said. Pierce you must have hacked me"
My appliances have been screwing with my head
i hope everyone is having a wonderful sunday
So Faux News is a haven for Vampires?
Guess that Libya thingy is over now...
My friend goes to an Irish Wake: "Who the heck's this 'Danny' boy? I thought his name was Graham?"
Now this is what I call HOT...
Warren Haynes Band ripping on some Stevie Wonder
OTHER THAN the Internet, what is your FAVORITE Al Gore invention?
YAY! The government is turning down the global warming furnaces!
Aye! There be FOOTBALL this season
A bubble gum ditty, totally catchy, bouncy, melodious & rhythmic. Fanny Lu. Sorry, it's in Spanish
I never learned how to fly a plane, either.
OMG! Roger Ailes is a Vampire?!!?!?!
i hate to throw out an area rug...any suggestions
What is with all of the chee-to hate?
Any advice on puppies that go apeshit when they see another dog?
Anyone else see that Skittles parody commercial?
Stained glass........in a hotel!
roofers on my house, dropping bundles of shingles sound like they
What are you reading tonight DU? I'm reading "Olive Kitteridge" by Elizabeth
"Captain America" is the phrase for today. Modify a thread title to include "Captain America".
All of our Gray Squirrels are gone...
Sunset over Reykjavik tonight:
Beer, wine, liquor, pot, prescription drugs, nasty shit like heroin?
Rotisserie Chicken is Delicious
Has anyone ever ordered eye glasses online?
Health, Wealth Benefits of Early Bedtime, Early Rising Disputed
Anyone else glad that they're childless?
Attn "older" Moms: If you were having kids today what would you name them?
Its my first Monday as an unemployed person
Ore. Democrats waiting for (David) Wu to respond to charge of aggressive, unwanted sexual behavior
POW/MIA groups criticize U.S. efforts
Dominique Strauss-Kahn Accuser Speaks Out in Exclusive ABC News Interview
Durbin to GOP: 'You break it, you own it’
Norway massacre exposes incendiary immigration issue
WWF Accused of Failing to Regulate Sustainable Timber Scheme (& Tolerating Habitat Destruction)
New changes at Power and Light District have people talking
Pentagon Seeks to Extend Iraq Agreement
Australia and Malaysia sign refugee swap agreement
Ex-IMF chief's accuser speaks to media
Egypt's revolution not just about tweeting: bloggers
Killings in Norway Spotlight Anti-Muslim Thought in U.S.
Nordic countries pay tribute to double attack victims
Players' Executive Committee to Meet Monday
News Corp's James Murdoch under pressure over hacking testimony
Things that sound gross, but aren't. I'll start: Fried Chicken and Waffles
Fried Chicken Batter - how do you make it?
GOP, Democrats ready rival emergency debt plans
Rival Debt Plans Being Assembled by Party Leaders.
Chinese fighters ‘repel’ US aircraft
Anti-gay marriage rallies as NY ceremonies begin
Mike does the honors for 2 aides
Senate Democrats Work on Own Debt Plan (updated)
Tom Coburn’s cuts: Military’s Tricare Prime health care program targeted
U-M creates new stem cell lines with adult cells for bipolar disorder research
Christian Terrorist is Grim News on Eve of Ramadan and 9/11
The Face of Christian Terrorism?
Pelosi seeks ethics probe of Oregon Democrat Wu
Boehner, Reid to unveil new debt plans as deadline nears
Tokyo stocks open lower on debt impasse
TOP Oil Market News: Crude Drops; Oil at $120 a Barrel Becomes Biggest Bet
Jack Layton steps down temporarily to treat new cancer
Syrian protesters cry for regime change, despite 'reforms'
BREAKING NEWS—11:07 am: NORWEGIAN POLICE SAY NUMBER OF DEAD IN SHOOTING FALLS TO 76
British Apache helicopter injures children in Afghanistan
To Reach Simple Life of Summer Camp, Lining Up for Private Jets
BP Breakup Worth $100 Billion to JPMorgan on Strategy Doubts
Arkansas Democratic Congressman Ross won't seek re-election
Murdoch interview could have been tougher, admits WSJ special committee
BREAKING: Obama to address nation on debt ceiling (Monday, 9pm est)
Norwegian 'MI5' Had Massacre Suspect On List (Since March)
US companies churn out profits but cautious on hiring
I wanna be rich and have the government and both parties kissing my butt
Jack Layton Cancer: NDP Leader Steps Down Temporarily To Fight New Cancer
A Public Service Message. Why "THE LIST" is an ineffective messaging tool.
Right wing money pours into Wisconsin recall wars
After Signing Law Disenfranchising ID-less Voters, Wisconsin Gov. Scott Walker Closes 10 DMV Offices
A Stink Bomb for Speaker Boehner?
News International staff told to stop deleting emails
Congressman David Wu accused of a sexual encounter
Bomb threat at office of tax reformer Norquist
Local news reporting that Harry Ried is not including any tax hikes on Richie Rich in his plan.
Federal judge orders Oakland nursing home to rehire (26) workers following strike
I am willing to wait to see Reid's deal before saying it is bad
Gay marriage opponents sue to overturn state law
I70 shut down west of Topeka - possible bomb
Tea Party Protest the NAACP in Los Angeles - Little Talk about Fiscal Issues
Does anyone else remember that under Bush that many wanted
FDR -Quotes that President Obama should read and live by
Norway killer tells judge "two more cells" exist
Amnesty International website ‘blocked in Saudi Arabia’
Amnesty International website ‘blocked in Saudi Arabia’
GOP Senators Loved Raising The Debt Ceiling Until…
STOCK MARKET WATCH, Monday, July 25, 2011
Pelosi calls for House ethics investigation of Oregon congressman
Cantor slams Obama for agreeing with Cantor
US money ($2.16 Billion) ended up in Taliban hands: report
Republicans Started This Fight
NKorean official to go to US for nuclear talks (good)
Boehner, Reid preparing to move on debt limit
Debt Ceiling Debate Comes Down To Iraq, Afghanistan Drawdown
Obama to Banks: We're Not Defaulting
Muammar Gaddafi could stay in Libya, William Hague concedes
Harry Reid Calls House Republicans’ Bluff
Afghan flees war zone home, shot 4 times in Norway
Melissa Harris-Perry guest hosting Rachel Maddow Show tonight.
When MFM returns, will you welcome him with open arms...if he's not wearing pants?
Alan Grayson: Why Boehner Cries
Executive Order--Blocking Property of Transnational Criminal Organizations
Citigroup play their bankers' hand and endorse Cut, Cap & Balance
Krugman: "Health reform doesn’t work without a mandate"
Anyone got a link to an itemized list of cuts in Reid's plan?
Kuttner: How Obama could play a winning hand
Throwing the GOP a Medicare life-preserver
Arkansas man arrested for chemical threat causing Junction City motel evacuation, I-70 closure
Krugman: "self-proclaimed centrists have aided and abetted our descent into paralysis."
SAY NO to the Reid plan that includes a Super Congress.
Obama Backs Reid Debt Plan; Will Address The Nation At 9 p.m.
Repugs bailing on Boner. 38 members, including Study Committee Chairman Jordan (OH), sign pledge
Sports Analogy in Debt Crisis: Rule Book
UPDATE: Wisconsin Capitol Balloon Fight (blood on floor)
DoD panel calls for radical retirement overhaul (sweeping new plan to overhaul retirement system)
UAW wants bigger cut of Detroit's newfound profits
Obama: Working Without Congress ‘Tempting’
Reid dares Republicans to oppose debt limit plan, White House offers support
Chair Debbie Wasserman Schultz on President Obama’s NCLR Address
I listened five minutes to Ed Schultz and I'm sorry I had to turn him off
Players Approve Deal to End N.F.L. Lockout
Harry Reid's Debt Proposal Will Leave Entitlement Benefits Untouched
Why Is The Republican Establishment So Anti-Romney?
To misinformed who think Obama agreed to cut Soc Sec
Boehner To Address The Nation Following The President's Address
Trump: Republicans Should Reject Any Debt Ceiling Deal To Ensure Obama Isn’t Re-Elected
POTUS to address nation, 9 pm tonight, re stalemate over avoiding default
Boater fine over (US/Canada) border crossing irks Thousand Islands residents
DPP was warned hacking was rife at Murdoch paper
The Dow Jones under President Obama and the Democrats
Ed Koch backs Republican in Weiner's old district
Administration launches new push on global crime
Jan., 2008, Krugman said Obama was less progressive on domestic policies then his rivals
...Republicans have now revealed their bottom line...
Black Student Can't Be Valedictorian (PINE BLUFF, Ark.)
I suspect that Boehner's about to pull victory from the jaws of defeat
How do Republicans just walk away from any blame whatsoever
Pelosi: “It is clear we must enter an era of austerity"
Palin doc headed for PPV as ticket sales plummet - grossed just $24,000 in wider release
Their hatred of him will be their undoing
Krugman: "President Pushover" has "never won a tough election."
Bruce Fealk of The Rochester Citizen Discusses ALEC Exposed with Tony Trupiano
Gun Control Post-Tucson: Extended Clips
TDPS: Should Parents Lose Custody of Super Obese Kids?
RT: Why Did Cenk Uygur Leave MSNBC?
Chris Bowers On Fighting The Class War
Pentagon Deploying 20,000 Troops In U.S. To Prepare For Economic Collpase Civil Unrest
Smart ALEC: Why Are Corporations Writing State Law? *Countdown with Keith*
Rep. Jim Sensenbrenner (R-WI) Confronted about the Patriot Act
Papantonio: Republicans Would Love a Government Shutdown
Grover Norquist & The Pledge of Doom
Thom Hartmann: Why Fox News has the Right to Lie to Us
Just a Reminder: We Are ALL Americans
'Norway will remain open country'
Robertson on Jewish "Self-Hatred"
Fischer: LGBT Role Models Cannot Exist
TYT:Obama College Students Video Analysis
Strauss-Kahn's Accuser, Nafissatou Diallo, Speaks Out
Trump Tells Fox His Plan to Sabotage Obama
Cenk Uygur "I Gotta Tell People The Truth! Which Is Democrats & Republicans Are Here To SCREW YOU!"
Barbara Jordan 1976 DNC keynote address
(Canada) NDP leader Layton has another cancer, stepping down as leader
GOP Plays the Racial Card in Debt Ceiling Negotiations
Could Tax Reform Help Make the Financial System Safer? by Simon Johnson
Jiggery-pokery or a funny thing happened on the way to the elections
Eric Cantor's Conflict of Interest re: Debt Limit
15-M Movement takes to streets of Madrid again to call for change
The news coverage of the Norway mass-killings was fact-free conjecture
The West need not fear the resurgence of Islam
Five Takeaways from DSK's Accuser's Tell-All Interview
Dominionist Ties to Norway (really a must read)
A Debt To Ourselves: Who Really Owns It?
Bad Food? Tax It, and Subsidize Vegetables
Guardian: Sustainability report 2011 High-wire journalism-with added future shocks
TPM: Dems capitulate on taxes -- a GOP victory and the game isn't over
News International staff told to stop deleting emails
Iran Inks Gas Pipeline Deal With Iraq And Syria
The American Scream: Going Hoarse Without Speaking
Herman Cain: From Pizza to Politics...Sort Of...
Christian Jihad? Why We Should Worry About Right-Wing Terror Attacks Like Norway's in the US
Robert Parry: The Slaughter in Norway
Peacock Syndrome - America's Fatal Disease
In response to Norway attacks, right-wing bloggers suddenly demand nuance
Every Day, I'm More Gay and other Republican homophobia
Balanced-Budget Blues (TIME Article)
Bankers unite to defang new Financial Watchdog - USA Today
A Tip for Joe the Machinist: Better Watch Your Back
to those who are 'up for' doing more than commenting on DU....
Balloon Juice: Compromise (including great answer from Pres. Obama on compromise)
Mortgage Interest Deduction Big in Budget Play
Boehner: 'I realize the president is worried about his next election'
Post-Gazette: Bashing Bachmann--Cut it out: She's neither dumb nor crazy
Al-Qaeda's Christian mirror by Pepe Escobar
Charity Director's Salary Went From $35,000 To Half A Million
Freud said that a family is a tyranny ruled by the sickest member. Seems that could be applied to
Group alleges that global project to save forests is undermined by its own participants
As Of August 1st, NWS Makes It Official - Hotter, Drier Phoenix Valley Part Of The New Normal
Blainville's beaked whales enter stealth mode
Price of dinner foods up almost 5% in one year
TX - Driest 9 Months Ever, Hottest June Ever - And Water Well Drillers Pursue Dwindling Groundwater
Blue-Green Algae Warnings & Advisories In Place At 10 Kansas Lakes & Reservoirs - KC Star
Cows 'could be renewable fuel key'
xpost: Hungary Destroys All Monsanto GMO Maize Fields
House Dumps Attempt To Remove Styrofoam Cups, But Will Retain CFLs
Owens River Restoration Success For Fish & Wildlife, But Visitors Frustrated By Masses Of Cattails
Katerva Twitter Mashup Series Begins With Energy
Yolo drafts measure to protect ag lands from solar projects
World Greenhouse Gas emissions figure
Since I installed my grid-tied rooftop PV system in April, three of my neighbors have done the same
Food Prices to Stay High Amid Underinvestment, Climate Change, IFAD Says
As Ogalalla Aquifer Summit Meets, Some SW Kansas Wells Show Fall Of Up To 5 Feet In 2011
Tennessee is getting 1,000 tons of nuclear waste from Germany
Coal Ash Toxins Found In Groundwater @ 9/9 TVA Sites Now Being Tested
Climate models fail to replicate tipping points
NSIDC 7/24 - Rate Of Ice Extent Loss Slows Slightly - Almost Back To 2007's Record Low For Same Date
Op-Ed: The End Of The Era Of Antibiotics - Boston Globe
New Atheists stage intolerant protest against gay marriage
Benedict Names Pugnacious Archbishop to City of Brotherly Love
Oslo Suspect Wrote of Fear of Islam and Plan for War
Priest drowns baby in the name of God.
Church and state are split over an irreconcilable difference
Can anyone explain how the "The Pope is the antichrist" thing works?
Anders Behring Breivik: Christian terrorist? Right-wing extremist? Madman?
Richard Dawkins, check the evidence on the 'chilly climate' for women
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