If everyone on this earth was a replica of Ani DiFranco this would be the greatest place to be.
The song’s titled “Smiling Underneath” from the ever-growing Red Letter Year.
Tag Archives: politics
The case of Obama and Iran
There has yet to be a consensus on the whole Iran issue and it seems that Obama’s hand is still outstretched for some sort of compromise not only because that would be the wise thing to do after Bush’s waging of two unlawful wars, but also because, frankly, the US can’t afford an all out debacle with Iran right about now. The Iranian government have a choice of accepting this sort-of-truce or retreating.
Sexual exit strategy for Iraq
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My posts on politics have been sparse lately, mostly after Obama’s inauguration. That is not because of a disinterest in the subject, but because the seeds are still being watered by this incumbent, per se. My support of Obama has left me with high hopes that are almost impossible to accomplish. To expect such fast and drastic change after 8 years of shit-throwing is unreasonable. The economy, I am told, has gone to the dumps in this post-Bush era we live in. All this talk of recession and crisis seems, to me, like a big figureheads way of trying to create a studied dip in thier grand graph of world economics in order to get a future high spike for their money-mongering ways. But, then again, I have to say I know very little about macroeconomics, or any economics for that matter.
Mad props to Iceland…
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I couldn’t have said it better. From TruthDig.com:
“Hats off to the Scandinavians, who continue to make the world’s progressives green with envy. Even as Iceland faces economic catastrophe, the volcanic island nation has made history by naming the world’s first (for the most part) openly gay national leader. Johanna Sigurdardottir will become prime minister. (The New York Daily News says Norway briefly had an openly gay man as prime minister.)
The family-values types can just relax. Sigurdardottir has been married to her female companion for seven years.”
Is Iceland Scandinavia, though?
India Arie leaves another message…
“We are one day closer to my album release and I’m getting more excited every day…less than 2 weeks NOW! On this project I got to work with some of the most amazing artists and musicians. I thought I would tell you just a little about some of the guests whom were gracious enough to record with me. Two of the songs are already out…so you might know about them! LOL. I was joined by my friend Musiq Soulchild on the single “Chocolate High.”
Queen Rania speaks about Gaza…
Video: “Shine Over Babylon” by Sheryl Crow
My LOFT965 Exclusive: The Best Albums Of 2008 has been getting a lot of hits and some comments and email have been popping up from it. Some are surprised I thought Detours was the best album of the year, considering the fact that it has been a year heavy on album releases. Not that I have to justify picking it, I just wanted to give you a glimpse of this wonderful album filled with great songs.
Don’t Quote Me, Vol. 169
“When the power of love overcomes the love of power the world will know peace.”
-Jimi Hendrix
Must Watch: The Corporation (2003)
1I heard about it when it came out and I thought I should miss it since I already what corporations are up to and how “evil” they are. I was wrong. This documentary shines a light on many other aspects, with many luminaries of our time commenting and pitching in. I recommend this to everyone with a conscience.
The gays are coming!
6You guys, this is for real. I can’t believe the American propaganda.
Preach equality….
I mean, seriously.
Christina Aguilera needs to shut up…
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I am boycotting the greatest hits album. She had three studio albums before it, I have all of them. “Keeps Gettin’ Better” is a farce. “Dynamite” is lackluster. Notice the fake laugh at 1:07.
Obama’s grandmother DIES…
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Obama’s grandmother has died in her Honolulu, Hawai’i residence today, according to this yahoo article.
Kuwaiti policewomen face difficulties…
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According to this article, some beardist MP has decided to unleash a tirade of hate on women who want to serve the country as policewomen. The same women who have waited to take that post for years on end, but haven’t been able because of male-supremacist oppression of some figureheads. He opted for them to abide my Islamic law, disregarding the Constitution. I don’t know what that entails? Should policewomen “lower their gaze” when the catch a criminal? Should policewomen be forced to veil themselves even if they are not in their real lives? Should we assume that everyone in this country is of a certain religious belief?
Thailand’s protests for dummies
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I’ve been reading around to understand the dispute that is happening in Thailand before I visit. That way, I will know what the deal is and avoid looking like a dumb tourist. I read all about it in news items, but I fell upon this great website that explains everything very nicely and lightly in 10 points way too late.
Michelle Obama for president
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I like her. She is charismatic. She is smart.
I, hereby, decide: She should run for president.
Turn on BBC now and watch the debate!
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It’s on!
Now!
Kuwait becomes more corrupt
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I cannot believe this new corruption index.
The worse thing is: nobody is talking about it.
Some random facts about Kuwait’s place in the new index:
1. Kuwait drops 5 places from last year
2. Kuwait is more corrupt than Namibia and Cape Verde.
3. Kuwait is tied with Cuba.
4. Kuwait was # 35 in 2003 and tied with Italy.
5. Qatar is #28, UAE #35, Oman #41 and is Bahrain #43.
6. In 5 years Kuwait lost a whole point (5.3 to 4.3).
7. Saudi Arabia is a point away at #80 (3.3).
8. Wealthy countries allow corruption to go unchecked.
