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October 7th, 2008

Obama Caught In Lies. MSM *yawns*

by Venomous Kate

It’s taken some time for MSM to catch on to what the rest of us on the Right already suspected: Obama’s plan to go with completely private campaign financing wasn’t the noble undertaking he wanted us to believe.

On Saturday, Newsweek broke the story of “Doodad Pro” and “Good Will”, private — and completely fictitious — donors who’d sent Obama over $28k in donations. (This, after Obama’s camp had to return $33k in donations from a pair of brothers in Gaza whose donations violated the proscription against foreign national funding in presidential elections.)

Now, as my ol’ buddy Mike at Cold Fury points out, Obama’s Chicago-style take on campaign financing laws isn’t nearly as surprising as the fact that MSM is finally noticing it.

Maybe Misha is right and we’re approaching the end of times?

October 1st, 2008

Obama: Proof Lawyers Can’t Do Math

by Venomous Kate

Speaking in Wisconsin today, Obama made a number of promises about just how he’s going to turn the economy around.

I will cut taxes — cut taxes — for 95% of all workers and their families. And if you make less than $250,000 a year, you will not see your taxes increase one single dime — because in an economy like this, the last thing we should do is raise taxes on the middle-class.

I will reform our health care system to relieve families, businesses, and the entire economy from the crushing cost of health care by investing in new technology and preventative care. If you have health care, my plan will lower your premiums. If you don’t, you’ll be able to get the same kind of coverage that members of Congress give themselves. And I will stop insurance companies from discriminating against those who are sick and need care the most.

To create new jobs, I’ll invest in rebuilding our crumbling infrastructure — our roads, schools, and bridges. We’ll rebuild our outdated electricity grid and build new broadband lines to connect America. And I’ll create the jobs of the future by transforming our energy economy. We’ll tap our natural gas reserves, invest in clean coal, and find ways to safely harness nuclear power. I’ll help our auto companies re-tool so that the fuel-efficient cars of the future are built right here the United States. I’ll make it easier for the American people to afford these new cars. And I’ll invest 150 billion dollars over the next decade in affordable, renewable sources of energy…. (emphasis mine)

Now, it’s rather well known that I suck at math, but even I have to wonder how he intends to accomplish all of this. Seriously, how on earth does he plan to get money to invest, rebuild and retool while cutting taxes for 95% of American workers?

Ah, silly me. I keep forgetting he’s the Obamessiah. If he can accomplish miracles like coming up with funds for increased expenses while simultaneously lowering federal income, why don’t we just give the presidency to McCain and put Obama onto important tasks, like curing cancer and finding a miracle diet that actually works.

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September 14th, 2008

Informal Straw Poll?

by Venomous Kate

I’ve read Lifehacker since it launched back in 2005. During all that time, I’ve considered it a necessary part of my morning routine (although it did take some practice to stop refreshing the page for the latest hacks all day and get back to doing something productive). One thing I’ve never seen on the site until now? Politics.

Earlier this weekend, editor Gina Trapani posted a very small reference to Obama’s latest attack ad which blasts John McCain’s unfamiliarity with computers and email. (The ad conveniently ignores that “McCain’s severe war injuries prevent him from combing his hair, typing on a keyboard, or tying his shoes”.)

Trapani’s point was simply to address how tech affects our leaders and our daily lives. The result, however, has been one of the most commented posts at Lifehacker in quite some time. (125 at last count)

Of particular interest? Just how large the majority of pro-McCain commenters are. (They’re second only to those urging Lifehacker to stay clear of political posts.)

Considering that Lifehacker is part of the uber-liberal Gawker media empire, one would ordinarily assume its audience would have similar political leanings. Apparently that’s not the case.

Or else Obama really does have a big surprise coming in November.


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