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Because he's a bear

If I recall correctly, there was a segment on Good Morning America or some such morning show, after this “friend of the bears” was eaten. The guest was a noted zoologist who was asked “Why do you think the bear

Gun Control on the Menu at the Senate Judiciary Committee Today

The Democrat led Senate Judiciary Committee has four gun-control bills on its agenda today.  Besides expanding background checks, the other measures would ban assault weapons and ammunition magazines carrying more than 10 rounds, make gun trafficking and the purchase of

House Votes to Fund Gov't 267 to 151

TOTAL: 151 nays, 267 yeas , 14 not voting  GOP: 214 yeas, 14 nays, 4 not voting DEMS: 53 yeas, 137 nays, 10 not voting GOP nays:Amash BridenstineBrown (GA) DeSantisDesJarlais Duncan (TN)Gingrey (GA) GohmertKingstonMassieMcClintock Posey Salmon Stockman

No Obama Dinner for House Republicans?

So the Senate got a dinner and the House gets….? Hot pockets? A “visit” with the House GOP conference doesn’t sound like snacks or cocktails will be served.  Maybe Boehner will object to that? (Sequester cuts?) In response to Obama

Smith and Wesson Tripled Earnings Last Quarter

On Tuesday, Smith and Wesson reported they tripled their earnings last quarter and raised it’s outlook for the rest of the year . The company reported $17.5M in the quarter ending January 31, which is up $5.4M from the same

TV Pilots Going to the Net, Not the Networks

According the NYT, there is a shift away from network-based television programming in favor of internet-based outlets.  The internet is “the new front in the war for Americans’ attention spans.”  The companies are, in effect, creating new networks for television

IL Democrat Proposes 'Junk Gun' Ban

A democrat congressman from America’s murder capital will introduce legislation to ban ‘junk handguns.’    The bill is “designed to ban the production of low-quality handguns, known informally as ‘Saturday night specials.’ ”  While the emphasis and attention has been focused

Lady Bosses

The WSJ has a story about the “Queen Bee” phenomena in the work place.  According to the article, women in positions of authority come with their own set of problems.  Having spent decades working in psychology, a field heavily populated

Better Runaway Train

Here’s a better Unstoppable preview:  (and the description of the “train” is even better…..)

Remembering Andrew Around the Web

ED DRISCOLL:  http://pjmedia.com/eddriscoll/2013/03/01/rip-andrew-breitbart-the-ultimate-happy-warrior/ 4 GOD and LIBERTY: http://4godandliberty.com/we-have-failed-andrew JOSHUA PUNDIT: http://joshuapundit.blogspot.com/2013/03/andrew-breitbart-rip.html GUY BENSON: http://townhall.com/tipsheet/guybenson/2013/03/01/remembering-breitbart-n1523318 MY PET JAWA:  https://mypetjawa.mu.nu/archives/215269.php FREEDOM WORKS: http://www.freedomworks.org/blog/kristina-ribali/one-year-later-remembering-andrew-breitbart HERITAGE: https://blog.heritage.org/2013/03/01/breitbart-awards-2013-celebrating-andrews-legacy-honoring-the-next-warriors/ POLITICO: http://www.politico.com/story/2013/03/a-year-later-right-recalls-andrew-breitbart-88298.html?hp=r6 ATLAS SHRUGGED: https://atlasshrugs2000.typepad.com/atlas_shrugs/2013/03/in-memoriam-andrew-breitbart.html GOLDWATER GAL: http://www.conservativedailynews.com/2013/03/breitbart-from-the-outside/  DFW CATHOLIC: http://www.dfwcatholic.org/andrew-breitbart-one-year-later-61193/.html GOLDFISH AND CLOWNS: http://goldfishandclowns.com/2013/03/01/on-this-sad-anniversary-a-few-words-for-andrew-breitbart/ GATEWAY PUNDIT: https://www.thegatewaypundit.com/2013/02/hating-breitbart-premier-in-new-york-city-friday/ WONKETTE: http://wonkette.com/503717/ghost-andrew-breitbart-still-dead-a-ghost

Biden: Chicago Election Shows Voters Want More Gun Control

Vice President Joe Biden stated yesterday that gun control enthusiast Robin Kelly’s victory in the Chicago Democrat congressional primary is a sign that voters want stricter gun control and are turning against the all-powerful gun lobby.  “For the first time

Biden: Chicago Election Shows Voters Want More Gun Control

Fennel, It's What's for Lunch

A Philadelphia area charter school, People for People is one of four schools participating in the “Eatiquette” program.  On the menu: baked ziti with a side of roasted fennel salad and, for dessert, cinnamon apple rice pudding. The program was designed

Death Without Meaning is Muuuuuuuurdeeeeeeer

In response to Morrissey: Only Heteros Kill Other Dudes: I’m a Smith’s fan but no explanation of Morissey would be complete without this:  But then again, there’s this: (And now I know how Joan of Arc felt….)

Holder Defends Gun Grabs to States' Attorney Generals

Attorney General Eric Holder defended President Obama’s gun-control agenda to a meeting of states’ attorney generals on Tuesday. The U.S. Attorney General  explained to the AGs that Obama’s gun control measures “would not infringe on the rights of lawful gun

Holder Defends Gun Grabs to States' Attorney Generals

OSCARS: One Percenters Get Swag Bag Worth $47,802

Radar Online is reporting that the 1%ers in Hollywood will be getting a swag bag worth $47k.  The bag will go to all the nominees and the presenters at the 2013 Oscars. While this may seem excessive, the value of

OSCARS: One Percenters Get Swag Bag Worth $47,802

A Sad Day in the Whovian World: Dalek Designer Dies

Ray Cusick, designer of the villain Daleks in the Doctor Who series died last Thursday.  The Daleks are the most iconic of all Doctor Who villians.  (I think the Weeping Angels are scarier, but that’s just me.) The series will

A Sad Day in the Whovian World: Dalek Designer Dies

Detroit- Most Miserable City in the US

According to Forbes rankings, Detroit is the most miserable city in the United States.  Home to violent crimes, high unemployment, decreasing population and economic crises, Detroit beat out Miami (last years winner) along with Flint-MI, Chicago-IL, and Modesto-CA.  The news

Detroit- Most Miserable City in the US

SHAMELESS: Longer Lines at Airports Because…Sequester

Hysteria over the sequester continues to heat up. Politco is reporting that Americans who travel will need to prepare themselves for longer lines and wait time at the airports. The reason: SEQUESTER.  “These across-the-board cuts may punish travelers with flight

Kristin Wiig Will Appear in New Season of Arrested Development

In what can only be described as the greatest news ever, Kristin Wiig will appear in the (very) long awaited new season of Arrested Development.  Wiig will play a young Lucille Bluth (does it get any better!?!?)    Arrested Development

Washington DC: Hollywood for Ugly People

The campaign for an Oscar is taking on a new meaning, as stops in D.C. are becoming the norm.  The Hill is reporting that “stars and directors from at least four Oscar-nominated films have stopped in the nation’s capital to

USPS to Launch New Clothing Line

Who are you wearing? Why USPS, of course. The cash-strapped agency announced plans on Tuesday to launch a new line of all-weather apparel and accessories sometime next year. Ladies, don’t get too excited, the line will only feature menswear to

NY Dems: Mandatory $1M Insurance Policy for Gun Owners

Felix Ortiz, D-Brooklyn has proposed a law that would require gun owners to carry a $1M liability policy.  Bill S2353 will require all gun owners in NY to obtain and “continuously maintain” insurance coverage of at least $1 million, or

Rubio Rakes in $100k+ for the Sip Heard 'Round the Beltway

Marco Rubio’s PAC, Reclaim America, has sold more than $100K in water bottles since he paused to quench his parched throat during his SOTU reponse.  In one week, the PAC has sold more than 4,000 water bottles, each bottle will

Rubio Rakes in $100k+ for the Sip Heard 'Round the Beltway

Ammunition Shortages Reported

Gun dealers are reporting an ammuniton shortage. The reason: consumers are fearful of the potential gun control legislation coming down the road. Anyone who is gun owner looking to replenish their ammo supply has experienced this first hand. Even Wal-Mart

I just want to put in a good word

for Ray’s Hell Burger. I will miss them, I was a frequent patron. The good news, is that they have several restaurants that are still open, including the fantastic Ray’s the Steaks. Next store is Retro Rays, also delicious. (Both

Campaign 2012: Three Million Political Ads for a Cost of $2 Billion

A new report reveals that there were 3 million political ads related to the congressional and presidential campaigns for a total cost of almost $2 billion dollars in 2012.  The study also found that although both President Barack Obama andRepublican presidential

It's not just a tech issue

In response to Re: The Tech Deficit: What Really Works?: I don’t think the main take away was that we suffered from a tech gap. It’s a much more fundamental issue. Our movement is a top-down, territorial operation. It’s an

MUST READ: Can the Republicans be Saved from Obsolescence?

This article from the New York Times (the liberal death star) is full of awesomeness. I am putting aside the less than pure motives for running this story, and focusing on the delicious nuggets of insight.  Here are some choice

Blunt: We Have the Votes to Delay Hagel Nomination

Senator Roy Blunt indicated Wednesday that there are enough votes in the Senate to delay the Hagel confirmation. Blunt (R-Mo.) said he believed there were 40 votes in the Senate that indicated “it’s too quick to end the debate on

Blunt: We Have the Votes to Delay Hagel Nomination