Politics & Religion

Why I don't watch Fox News

Hellataz — Mon, 16 Feb 2009 23:12:44 GMT

News Hounds We watch FOX so you don't have to. FOX News: The Hate America First Network Reported by Ellen - February 15, 2009 s After Bill O'Reilly's latest rant against Appalachia, I got to wondering what part of our country “Pro-America" FOX actually likes. For a long time we've known that they don't like California, Massachusetts, Vermont, New Orleans and Washington, D.C. And now we know that the multi-state region of Appalachia is a lost cause. You can't trust our institutions ...

"Harold and Kumar Go To the White House": From White Castle to the White House

Hellataz — Tue, 07 Apr 2009 18:53:52 GMT

Actor Kal Penn joining the Obama administration Posted: 01:22 PM ET From CNN Associate Producer Martina Stewart Actor Kal Penn, shown in this file photo greeting Obama just days before his inauguration, will be joining the White House Office of Public Liaison. WASHINGTON (CNN) - Actor and longtime Obama supporter Kal Penn is joining the Obama administration, the White House confirmed to CNN Tuesday. The actor will be part of the White House Office of Public Liaison, ...

The District

ZitoFan86 — Mon, 02 Mar 2009 04:41:36 GMT

Its like the Hills.

Art Inspired by Obama

Hellataz — Mon, 19 Jan 2009 09:10:18 GMT

In honor of the upcoming inauguration of our first African American President Barack Obama, I'm compiling a thread of great works of art inspired by Obama. If you find any I haven't feel free to add. Sands of the time In this image provided by artist Jorge Rodriguez-Gerada, a sand painting portraying the likeness of Democrat presidential candidate Barack Obama is seen in Barcelona, Spain. The artistic project by Cuban-American Jorge Rodrigue-Gerada is about 10,000 square meters and ...

Daily Show investigates: Obama the anti-christ or Hitler?

Hellataz — Thu, 26 Feb 2009 01:42:22 GMT

Jason Jones' Reaction are priceless!

Ever Written to the president? Chances are he's read it.

Hellataz — Mon, 23 Feb 2009 19:58:35 GMT

"Dear President Obama": The President Reads 10 Letters a Day from the Public, With Policy Ramifications February 23, 2009 7:15 AM The letter to President Obama came from a woman in Arizona whose husband lost his job. He was able to find work, but the new gig came with one-third the pay; the family is struggling to make their mortgage payments. The letter from the Arizona woman illustrated a policy conundrum, recalled senior adviser David Axelrod. President Obama read it, ...

The New GOP coming to a town near you

Hellataz — Fri, 20 Feb 2009 05:04:00 GMT

Taking their cues from new RNC chair Micheal Steele, who said the GOp is going to embrace a culture of Hip Hop....

Fresh off selling out retirement homes, church bake sale and tractor pulls, the new "reinvented GOP" is head to a town near you.

Lawmakers look dumb for reviving Obama hoax

Hellataz — Mon, 16 Feb 2009 19:48:47 GMT

I feel bad for Tennessee that they have such dumb ass rocks representatives. Quote:Lawmakers look dumb for reviving Obama hoax link: http://www.tennessean.com/article/20090216/COLUMNIST0101/902150378/1097/COLUMNIST In the Handy Guide for Newspaper Opinion Columnists, this is called shooting fish in a barrel. Or hitting a slow-pitched softball. Four Tennessee state representatives, all Republicans, have signed up to be plaintiffs in a lawsuit against President Barack Obama, aimed ...

Automakers change their tune while asking for bailout

Hellataz — Thu, 04 Dec 2008 17:52:13 GMT

Big 3 CEOs return to plead for up to $34 billion from Congress Posted: 10:30 AM ET From CNNMoney.com Senior Writer Chris Isidore As sales plunge, the Big Three are back to plead for a bailout. (CNNMoney.com) — The CEOs of the leading automakers were back before Congress Thursday, arguing for a larger bailout than they asked for just two weeks ago, and hoping to undo the damage they did to their case at the earlier hearings. The three automakers are now asking for up ...

Man arrested at Capitol for Obama threat

Hellataz — Wed, 11 Feb 2009 00:11:16 GMT

Quote:Man arrested at Capitol for Obama threat Posted: 04:57 PM ET WASHINGTON (CNN) — Police arrested a man near the U.S. Capitol Tuesday after he drove up to one the building’s barricades with a rifle in his vehicle and told officers that he had a delivery for President Barack Obama, a Senate spokesman said. The man was arrested and transported to Capitol Hill police headquarters for further processing. Charges against him are pending. Moron

LOL, Once you go Barack, you never go back.

Hellataz — Sun, 08 Feb 2009 22:02:54 GMT

Sorry Bill I'd rather to kiss my new Boss.

Poor Bill.

Obama's response to his detractors (funny!)

Hellataz — Fri, 06 Feb 2009 06:38:47 GMT

As I sit back and watch as certain members of the GOP take pot shots at Obama, I secretly wish he would in turn let down his demeanor and and address them in the manner they are accustomed too. Such as when rush Limbaugh goes after our president Obama can reply: http://thephoenix.com/BLOGS/blogs/phlog/OBAMA_THAT_GUY.mp3 Or when some redneck hater from Alaska calls our president a Muslim terrorist sympathizer. Obama comes back with: http://thephoenix.com/BLOGS/blogs/phlog/OBAMA_IGNORANT.mp3 Or ...

Singer Disses Obama and Beyonce

Hellataz — Thu, 05 Feb 2009 22:51:45 GMT

Quote:(CNN) — The entertainment world may be in a swoon over Barack Obama, but one legendary soul singer is fuming at the new president and the pop star who serenaded the first couple on inauguration night. Etta James, famous for her rendition of the song “At Last,” is apparently miffed that pop star Beyonce was tapped to perform the ballad as the president and first lady slow-danced during the Neighborhood Inaugural Ball on January 20. “You guys know your president, right?” ...

Obamanize yourself

Hellataz — Tue, 03 Feb 2009 23:28:11 GMT

Really Cute site: http://obamiconme.pastemagazine.com/ And there are a ton of other celeb version people made. Like here's a bunch from Twilight: http://obamiconme.pastemagazine.com/entries/search?q=Twilight You guys should check it out.

The DCCC's Petition against Rush Limbaugh

Hellataz — Wed, 28 Jan 2009 20:28:06 GMT

Sign Here: http://www.dccc.org/page/s/rush Story here: (CNN) – In a bid to capitalize on Rush Limbaugh's recent comment that he hopes President Obama "fails," national Democrats launched a petition drive Wednesday taking direct aim at the conservative radio host. http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2009/01/28/dems-la...

Girlfriend of Obama's Speechwriter Is a Maxim Model

Hellataz — Tue, 27 Jan 2009 09:18:34 GMT

Jon Favreau (Obama's speech Writer) is dating her: Ali Campoverdi, who is also a White House Aide. Obama Speechwriter Dating White House's Maxim Babe Sorry, ladies: We're told Jon Favreau, Barack Obama's 27-year-old single speechwriter, now has a girlfriend. With ample clearance. Favreau used to have trouble convincing potential dates he actually had gainful employment, with Barack Obama. They just didn't believe him, and wouldn't give the poor kid the time ...

California controller to suspend tax refunds, welfare checks, student grants

Hellataz — Tue, 27 Jan 2009 09:11:28 GMT

John Chiang announces that his office will suspend $3.7 billion in payments owed to Californians starting Feb. 1, because with no budget in place the state lacks sufficient cash to pay its bills. Reporting from Sacramento -- The state will suspend tax refunds, welfare checks, student grants and other payments owed to Californians starting Feb. 1, Controller John Chiang announced Friday. Chiang said he had no choice but to stop making some $3.7 billion in payments in the absence of action ...

This is an amazing view of the inauguration!

Hellataz — Mon, 26 Jan 2009 22:34:55 GMT

http://gigapan.org/viewGigapanFullscreen.php?auth=033ef14483ee899496648c2b4b06233c

You can just about zoom up to anyone's face at any angle, its really neat!

Morphing Presidents

Hellataz — Sat, 24 Jan 2009 19:44:01 GMT

Obama Takes Oath of Office -- Again

Patti — Thu, 22 Jan 2009 16:17:00 GMT

President Barack Obama takes the oath of office again -- just to be on the safe side. Chief Justice John Roberts flubbed the wording of the oath on Inauguration Day, so Obama went to the White House for a private do-over. Chief Justice John Roberts administers the oath of office a second time in the Map Room of the White House Wednesday. Chief Justice John Roberts administers the oath of office a second time in the Map Room of the White House Wednesday. PATTI ...

Hello Mr. President

Hellataz — Wed, 21 Jan 2009 01:08:38 GMT

President Obama takes the oath of office Obama's Oath Speech The Obamas Walk the Parade Route Obama's Speech durring Luncheon with mention of Ted Kennedy's collapse Dr. Joseph Lowery Delivers the Inauguration Benediction 3D picture mural of Obama taking the oath. (you need to install a plug in to view) http://www.cnn.com/SPECIALS/2009/44.president/inauguration/themoment/

Videos From the We Are One Obama inaugural concert celebration

Hellataz — Mon, 19 Jan 2009 08:34:20 GMT

A star-studded cast of musicians and actors have kicked off a powerful pre-inaugural concert for President-elect Barack Obama at the Lincoln Memorial in Washington. Famous American rocker and Obama loyal, Bruce Springsteen, began proceedings with a high energy set, backed by a full gospel choir to a crowd numbering in the tens of thousands, news agency Associated Press reported. Obama and his wife Michelle, who were accompanied by their daughters Malia and Sasha, sat behind a thick ...

Schedule of Inaugural Events Through Jan. 21

Patti — Mon, 19 Jan 2009 02:28:21 GMT

SUNDAY, JAN. 18 -- Obama will kick off inaugural activities with a welcome event on the steps of the Lincoln Memorial on Sunday afternoon. The event begins at 2:30 p.m. Beyonce, U2, Bruce Springsteen, John Mellencamp, Usher, Shakira, Sheryl Crow, Josh Groban and James Taylor are among the musicians scheduled to perform. -- Presidential Inaugural Luncheon and Fashion Show at the Ritz-Carlton. -- EMILY's List Inaugural Luncheon with scheduled guests including Cabinet appointees Hillary ...

Somehow these pictures makes me feel all warm inside

Hellataz — Sat, 17 Jan 2009 00:52:14 GMT

BERLIN — Barack Obama's wax doppelganger took office in several European capitals Thursday _ five days before the real-life Obama takes over in Washington. In Amsterdam, Obama's predecessor George W. Bush was booted to the sidewalk, complete with baggage. Standing in Berlin between German Chancellor Angela Merkel and French President Nicolas Sarkozy at Madame Tussauds' newest museum, the president-elect is shown smiling broadly with his arms crossed across his chest. "He ...

Joe the Plumber gets his ass handed to him by CNN

Hellataz — Thu, 15 Jan 2009 06:15:00 GMT

I love Rick Sanchez! Not only cause he's read my messages on air, but because he's a great journalist and through all the media bias out there, he really stands up for what he believes in. Now Joe the "cough cough moron, hypocrite, loser liar, dumbass tool cough cough" err I mean Plumber is a different story. I have never liked this idiot from the moment he walked up to Obama and tried to call him out on his tax plan, not having any information to back his points up with. He later was thrust ...

Porn industry wants a bailout now

Hellataz — Wed, 07 Jan 2009 23:05:33 GMT

This is pretty funny, while I'm sure the porn industry has seen decreased sales, as with everything else, I doubt they are in the same type of trouble that other business are in. I think this is a political statement Led by Larry Flynt and other heads of the Porn industry to make the point that Porn jobs are just as valid as automaker jobs. I doubt they'll get the bailout, as i'm sure they doubt it, but I think that's not their point. Quote:Porn industry seeks federal bailout Posted: ...

CNN's Puppy Debate (funny!)

Hellataz — Fri, 09 Jan 2009 05:21:25 GMT

Daily Show did this debate spoof to make fun of the media craze over what Dog Obama will choose to join his family at the white house. They got CNN's anderson Cooper to play along, it's super cute.

Obama's new ride

Hellataz — Wed, 07 Jan 2009 09:08:57 GMT

WASHINGTON (CNN) -- As a candidate, Barack Obama promoted hybrid cars. As president, he'll be handed the keys to one. Sort of. Shortly after taking the oath of office, Obama will climb into the Mother of All Hybrids -- part car, part truck and, from the looks of it, part tank. In keeping with recent tradition, the Secret Service will place a brand-new presidential limousine into service January 20 to drive the new president on the 2-mile jaunt down Pennsylvania Avenue during ...

Al Franken On his way to Washington.

Hellataz — Sun, 04 Jan 2009 23:37:17 GMT

MN board to certify Franken's win in tight senate race Posted: 05:03 PM ET From CNN All Platform Journalist Chris Welch CNN has learned that a state board in Minnesota overseeing a recount in the razor-thin Senate race will declare Democrat Al Franken the winner Monday. MINNEAPOLIS, Minnesota (CNN) – A state election board on Monday will announce Democrat Al Franken as the winner of the Minnesota Senate race, defeating Republican incumbant Norm Coleman, state officials told ...

Lawsuit seeks to stop religious references at inauguration

Hellataz — Wed, 31 Dec 2008 19:13:00 GMT

Lawsuit seeks to stop religious references at inauguration Posted: 09:00 AM ET WASHINGTON (CNN) — A number of atheists and non-religious organizations want Barack Obama's inauguration ceremony to leave out all references to God and religion. In a lawsuit filed Tuesday in Washington, the plaintiffs demand that the words "so help me God" not be added to the end of the president's oath of office. In addition, the lawsuit objects to plans for ministers to deliver an invocation ...

OUR PRESIDENT AT THE BEACH

Patti — Tue, 23 Dec 2008 17:00:51 GMT

Just call him "Ab"-bama. Buff-bodied President-elect Barack Obama put his chiseled frame on full display - as seen on Page 1 - during a stroll in Hawaii while on vacation with his family. PHOTOS: Obama's Trip To Hawaii Looking more like a relaxed beachgoer than the leader-to-be of the free world, Obama walked shirtless amid lush greenery with a water bottle in one hand, his eyes covered by shades, on Sunday. It's a sight that Americans are increasingly getting ...

RuPaul "Obama Theme" christmas Card

Hellataz — Sun, 21 Dec 2008 22:50:28 GMT

Famous Drag Queen Rupaul sent out holiday christmas cards this year where he/she dressed up as the new famous first couple:

Impressive!

Hollywood Producer helps the homeless in a big way

Hellataz — Fri, 19 Dec 2008 18:11:47 GMT

Hollywood Producer and philanthropus Peter Samuelson has invented the EDAR (Everyone deserves a Roof). It's a cross between a shopping cart and a pop up tent. Inspired after talking to a homeless woman and seeing her dwelling of a cardboard box with plastic over it. Peter saw how it was ineffective at keeping the rain out and the box itself staying dry. Here's what he had to say about the project: Quote:I had to do something about the lady living in a refrigerator box near where ...

'I Won't Smoke in White House,' Obama Vows

Patti — Tue, 09 Dec 2008 18:02:13 GMT

(Newser) – Barack Obama promised the nation yesterday that he won't be sneaking smokes at the White House. The president-elect, who has been trying to kick his habit, told Meet the Press that he'll respect the mansion's smoke-free policy. He admits having "fallen off the wagon" in the past, but seemed confident that he can follow house rules, reports the New York Daily News. "I have done a terrific job under the circumstances of making myself much healthier. I think that ...

Ill. Gov. arrested in Obama successor probe

Patti — Tue, 09 Dec 2008 17:06:12 GMT

CHICAGO – Illinois Gov. Rod Blagojevich was arrested on Tuesday on charges that he brazenly conspired to sell or trade the U.S. Senate seat left vacant by President-elect Barack Obama to the highest bidder. Blagojevich also was charged with illegally threatening to withhold state assistance to Tribune Co., the owner of the Chicago Tribune, in the sale of Wrigley Field, according to a federal criminal complaint. In return for state assistance, Blagojevich allegedly wanted members of the ...

Obama's new speechwriter director embarrassed by facebook pic

Hellataz — Sat, 06 Dec 2008 16:09:47 GMT

Obama speechwriter Favreau learns the perils of Facebook Posted: 10:25 AM ET This photo of Favreau and Clinton is perhaps not one the future White House staffer wanted in wide circulation. (CNN) — Jon Favreau, future White House director of speechwriting, has so far been at a loss for words over Facebook pictures of him at a recent party. Pictures of Favreau, 27, at a recent party appeared on Facebook Friday. In one of the photos, Favreau, who served as President-elect ...

Ros-Lehtinen hangs up on Obama. Twice

Patti — Sat, 06 Dec 2008 00:55:48 GMT

Is Ileana Ros-Lehtinen a little paranoid? Maybe. On Wednesday, the Republican congresswoman got a call from President-elect Barack Obama, didn't believe it was him, and hung up on him. Twice. According to Ros-Lehtinen's flack Alex Cruz, the congresswoman received the call on her cell phone from a Chicago-based number and an aide informed her that Obama wanted to speak to her. When Obama introduced himself, Ros-Lehtinen cut him off and said, "I'm sorry but I think this is a ...

Amazing Generosity helps Poor and Wounded go to the inauguration

Hellataz — Thu, 04 Dec 2008 17:49:54 GMT

Businessman offers splashy inauguration package — for free Posted: 12:15 PM ET Several hundred Americans will get a birds-eye view of the inauguration, for free. (CNN) — As Washington gears up for January's presidential inauguration, tickets to the evening's festivities are going for hundreds of dollars, and the city's remaining hotel rooms are edging into four-figure territory. Even basements and couches miles from the National Mall are going for a premium on Craigslist. But ...

Prop 8 the Musical! Super funny!

Hellataz — Wed, 03 Dec 2008 22:23:12 GMT

A star-studded cast turns out for "Prop 8 - The Musical." Including Jack Black, Neil Patrick Harris, John C Reily, and Margreat Cho See more Jack Black videos at Funny or Die

Obama's Cabinet Thread

Hellataz — Sun, 30 Nov 2008 20:39:39 GMT

President Elect Obama is putting his cabinet together is record time. So far Obama has choosen: Cheif of Staff - Rahm Emanuel Secretary of The Treasury - Timothy Geithner Press Secretary - Robert Gibbs President Elect Obama is set to announce his picks for his National Security Team this money which according to two inside sources includes Hilary Clinton as Secretary of State. The officials said Obama is also expected to finally confirm that he is keeping Defense Secretary Robert ...

"The Nanny" wants to be a Senator

Hellataz — Wed, 10 Dec 2008 01:07:31 GMT

December 9, 2008 'Nanny' state: Fran Drescher seeks Clinton's Senate seat Posted: 11:44 AM ET Fran Drescher is a women's health advocate and a public diplomacy envoy for the State Department. NEW YORK (CNN) — Actress Fran Drescher has expressed interest in being appointed to the U.S. Senate seat that New York's Hillary Clinton is giving up to become secretary of state, a spokesman for the actress said. No, seriously. "Fran Drescher, actress, women's health ...

The Bush Shoe-gate

Hellataz — Mon, 15 Dec 2008 22:59:48 GMT

Watch video: http://www.cnn.com/2008/WORLD/meast/12/14/bush.iraq/index.html BAGHDAD, Iraq (CNN) -- A man identified as an Iraqi journalist threw shoes at -- but missed -- President Bush during a news conference Sunday evening in Baghdad, where Bush was making a farewell visit. Bush ducked, and the shoes, flung one at a time, sailed past his head during the news conference with Prime Minister Nuri al-Maliki in his palace in the heavily fortified Green Zone. The shoe-thrower ...

Obama administration will value science and facts

Hellataz — Tue, 16 Dec 2008 05:48:07 GMT

Quote:At the presser, Obama made his "green team" official: Steven Chu, a physics Nobel laureate, is his new energy secretary. Carol Browner, the former head of the Environmental Protection Agency, is the head of a new policy council to coordinate climate, environment and energy issues. And Lisa Jackson, the chief of staff for New Jersey's governor, is head of the EPA. "My administration will value science," Obama said, in what sounded like a pointed reference to his ...

Twas the night before christmas...

Hellataz — Tue, 16 Dec 2008 06:02:47 GMT

I found this on another site, it's a little rough but cute. Quote:twas the night before christmas and all through the white house no one was stirring ,neither george nor his spouse the clothing was packed and stacked on the floor and they knew they would live rent free no more the twins were all nestled in an outside rose bed while visions of xanex bars danced in their heads george was napping with a loud and harsh snoring while laura was wondering how ...

Obama takes more questions from kids

Hellataz — Wed, 17 Dec 2008 02:42:13 GMT

Obama takes more questions from kids http://www.politico.com/blogs/michaelcalderone/1208/Obama_takes_more_questions_from_kids_.html Following today's press conference, Obama met for 15 minutes with a group of first to fourth graders, according to a pool report from The NY Times' Helene Cooper. There, he took more questions than earlier. After a few minutes of chit chat in which he asked the kids what they were studying--(when one child said "decimals" mr obama replied ...

Obama named Person of the year by Time Magazine

Hellataz — Wed, 17 Dec 2008 19:12:40 GMT

Read here (too long to post) http://www.time.com/time/specials/2008/personoftheyear/article/0,31682,1861543_1865068,00.html?iid=tsmodule also a story and some pics from his college years... Chance Encounter In 1980, when Obama was a freshman at Occidental College in Los Angeles, he was approached by an aspiring photographer named Lisa Jack, who asked him if he would be willing to pose for some black and white photographs that she could use in her portfolio. Of her first meeting ...

Gay leaders furious with Obama

giggles — Thu, 18 Dec 2008 15:43:37 GMT

Gay leaders furious with Obama Ben Smith, Nia-malika Henderson – Wed Dec 17, 5:59 pm ET Barack Obama’s choice of a prominent evangelical minister to deliver the invocation at his inauguration is a conciliatory gesture toward social conservatives who opposed him in November, but it is drawing fierce challenges from a gay rights movement that – in the wake of a gay marriage ban in California – is looking for a fight. Rick Warren, the senior pastor of Saddleback Church in southern ...