posted by perkiset on Aug 30

My favorite new DJ is The Jock of the Rock, KMXT 100.1 FM in Kodiak Alaska. Here you can see the post that really drove me in:

…where they proudly display their governor like this:

… I think it’s immensely appropriate and definitely shows off both her best assets and qualifications to be vice president, however I think she’d get more executive experience under a Clinton administration, frankly.

For the love of Pete, America, have we stooped to this?

posted by perkiset on Aug 28

After having nailed the compulsories with Hillary’s speech 2 nights ago, the Clinton team went on to the finals of the floor exercise, determined to prove that they are still, the undisputed champions of clutch politics.

In a stunning speech, delivered with his usual calm precision and oh-so-practiced cadence, President Bill Clinton kept the members of the DNC rapt as he simultaneously bolstered Barack Obama and tore at McSame. It was great to see him NOT avoid the elephant in the room, with a statement of something akin to, “Of course I’m disappointed my candidate didn’t win. But now it’s time to support that candidate that did” which I think went a long way to satisfying the perpetually sour PUMA members.

Of course, Joe Biden’s speech was also outstanding, but it’s hard to follow someone who is, arguably, the most genetically perfect politician of our time. He is a nightmare for Republicans and still beloved by Democrats to this day (and just think what he could have been, had he not disgraced himself and the office of President with his behavior).

So tonight’s the night: Barack will achieve more fame or fall in flame. He’ll prove SOMEONE right tonight: he is either a gifted orator and leader, prepared to take on the challenges of today’s world, or he’s an empty suit that chokes under the pressure of speaking in front of 80K people on the anniversary of MLK’s “I Have A Dream” speech.

Personally, I think he’s gonna bring the heat and throw a perfect game

posted by perkiset on Aug 26

… quoth James Carville, the love child of Buddha and Uncle Duke during his first reaction to Hillary Clinton’s speech tonight. And man, is he right. The Clintons have always been clutch players, and the pressure and possibility for fame or flame could not have been higher tonight. She brought the heat when it was needed.

David Gergen said, “Nothing has been more becoming of her campaign, than the way she just ended it.” Spectacularly accurate. Tonight, Hillary did an enormous amount for Barack’s future … and did a tremendous amount for her own as well. I must admit that I have been pretty jaded and pissed off about how the Clintons have behaved in the last many weeks, and the magnanimity, generosity and focus of her message can not be understated.

Finally, Hillary Rosen wrapped Clinton’s speech into into a clear single message: “I am not your therapist. I am a Democrat. Let’s get it together and move on.” That’s it my friends (LOL, yes, pun intended) - it’s time to get united and throw the bum Repugnicans out of office and reclaim our America.

Go Hillary!

posted by perkiset on Aug 26

According to the Political Wire, 3 people have been arrested in connection with a plot to kill Obama during his acceptance speech on Thursday night. It is not clear if they had figured out yet how to defeat the security features in place, but is concerning nonetheless.

This is really what creeps me out. Every time I see him speak I get this kind of dread in my stomach that someone is going to take a shot … and all the references to Kennedy and the kids last night did NOT help. It’s almost worse that I’ve begun to hope, ever so slightly, that the dream could really happen… that Kennedy’s vision may finally be reanimated - our country reinvigorated to a purpose more grand than just “Where can I score my next buck.”

Man I hope those SS boys are really on the dot. You can catch what little article there is, here: Arrests made in plot to harm obama.

posted by perkiset on Aug 25

Massive.

White, black, male, female, gay, straight, it doesn’t matter. Michelle Obama is clearly the best character witness that Barack could ever have wanted, and an extraordinary example for any human on what dignity and elegance looks like. And all of that AFTER Ted Kennedy, arguably one of the most emotional moments in any convention in recent memory.

WELL DONE Michelle, we’re all looking forward to seeing you in the white house, and you’re certainly pulling your weight on the road to it.