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Thursday, September 30, 2004
Read this article: Can Markets Predict Elections? __________________________________________ Then check Iowa Electronic Markets As of September 30th, 2004: Candidate who will receive more than 52% of the popular vote: President Bush - 47.9 Senator Kerry - 10.0 ______________________________________ After that, look at Intrade As of September 30th, 2004 Candidate who will win overall: President Bush - 67.9 Senator Kerry - 31.8 THE GREAT BUMPKIN Linus scans the nightscape scary For a form imaginary: There, looming tall Like an orange ball, Is a pumpkin-colored Kerry! F.R. Duplantier Politickles.com THE LEFT COAST REPORT A Political Look at Hollywood A NewsMax Report Headlines (Click here for complete stories): 1. Rather Theatrical 'Idiot's Dream' 2. Robert Redford's Che Chatter 3. Very Scary Kerry Tactics 4. MoveOn Connects the Weather Dots 5. Sinead O'Connor's Message 2 U Reason's Weekly Dispatch By Jeff A. Taylor and the Reason staff In this issue: 1. David Broder Loses His Way 2. Package Deal from Pakistan 3. Fannie Might 4. Quick Hits 5. New at Reason Online - Sex and the Cities 6. News and Events Kerry's Debate Briefing Book (From President Bush's Campaign Manager Ken Mehlman) Dear Patrick, On Thursday night, President Bush and Senator Kerry face off in the first of three debates. Thursday's debate focuses on foreign policy and homeland security. The debate presents an opportunity for the President to present his vision for our national security to the country. It also presents Senator Kerry an opening to explain to the American people exactly where he stands. Unfortunately for the Senator, that may be difficult given his continual vacillation on issue after issue. We'll be there to set the record straight with live response to the Kerry campaign. www.GeorgeWBush.com/DebateFacts On Iraq, Kerry now says the removal of Saddam Hussein has left America less secure. He is currently against the war, and wouldn't have gone to war, but he used to be for the war before he was against the war he voted for before he was against it. Confused? Don't worry! We'll give you the facts to unravel the knot of contradictions that is Kerry's Iraq policy On Cuba, Kerry says he voted for the Helms-Burton Act but actually voted against it. In 2000, he was "being honest" when he said Florida politics are the only reason the embargo hasn't been lifted, but now he says he would not lift it. He was for Fidel Castro before he was against him. On Israel, he told an Arab American group the Israeli security fence was a "barrier to peace" but four months later told a Jewish audience it was a legitimate act of self-defense. His position depends on his audience. What position will he take Thursday? It depends on who he thinks is watching. Still having trouble keeping up? www.GeorgeWBush.com/DebateFacts We'll set the record straight and help you sort through the flip-flops, half-truths, and outright fabrications. Bookmark this page and come back on Thursday night. We'll be responding live and give you the facts to counter the liberal spin. Thanks again for all you do. Sincerely, s/ Ken Mehlman P.S. On Thursday night, John Kerry has a chance to explain to America where he stands on the issues. How will he explain being for the war in Iraq before he was against the war he voted for before he was against it? Confused? Don't be. Get the facts Thursday night at www.GeorgeWBush.com/DebateFacts. Sunday, September 26, 2004
Read this article: Can Markets Predict Elections? ______________________________________ Then check Iowa Electronic Markets As of September 26th, 2004: Candidate who will receive more than 52% of the popular vote: President Bush - 44.1 Senator Kerry - 7.7 ______________________________________ After that, look at Intrade As of September 26th, 2004 Candidate who will win overall: President Bush - 68.5 Senator Kerry - 33.2 Saddam Hussein "After listening to you for an hour, I can tell that you are a strong and intelligent man and that you want peace." -Howard Metzenbaum (senator from Ohio, 1974-1994), in an April 1990 meeting with Saddam Hussein in Baghdad. ARE YOU REGISTERED TO VOTE? IF YOU ARE, YOU CAN WIN $100,000 I just signed up for the VOTE or NOT Challenge. The challenge is to raise awareness and get as many of our friends and family to participate in the Election. The 2000 Election was decided by about 500 votes, so all our votes matter!! This year's election may be just as close. It's cool because if you sign up for the challenge, you also get entered into a sweepstakes to win $100,000, and if you refer the winner to the challenge (like I'm doing right now), you get $100,000 too. In other words, if you join and win, we BOTH get $100,000. (Yes this is for real!) They're doing this to encourage us to spread the word fast, because the voter registration deadline is coming up soon. Please sign up. It takes less than a minute to do, so sign up now for the challenge through my referral link: http://pm31z8b.VOTEorNOT.org If you still need to register to vote, you can do it online at http://VOTEorNOT.org/register.php Thanks! The Final 72 Hours (A Letter From Campaign Manager Ken Mehlman ) Dear Patrick, As a Bush Volunteer, you've made an important commitment to an extraordinarily important cause. In the final days of this campaign, President Bush and our team are counting on your help. www.GOP.com/72Hour Will you sign up today to make a difference in the crucial final hours? Sincerely, s/ Ken Mehlman Campaign Manager P.S. The Kerry campaign is relying on a web of shadowy organizations to carry him to victory. We're relying on you! Will you be the difference and commit to helping President Bush and our team in the final 72 hours? Malicious Spam Links (From Pamela, our correspondent in Bay Ridge.) A threat alert was recived today stating that unscrupulous individuals are sending out email that looks like spam. These emails direct you to click on the link contained in the email such as 'click here to remove your name' or, 'click here to unsubscribe' which will lead you to believe that you are unsubscribing to the spam emailer. However, when you click on the link, you will be brought to a web page and if you do anything such as scroll down on the web site or click anywhere within the screen of the web site, a keystroke logger will be installed on your computer. What this does is to confirm to the spammer that your e-mail address is valid, which will only generate more spam. More importantly, they can compromise your computer by installing malicious programs. Even if you have an e-mail filter that blocks spam messages, however, some get through. Please be alert to these deceptions. I Am Thankful... (From Gene, our correspondent in Washington Heights.) I am thankful: For the wife who says it's hot dogs tonight, because she is home with me, and not out with someone else. For the husband who is on the sofa being a couch potato, because he is home with me and not out at the bars. For the teenager who is complaining about doing dishes because that means she is at home, not on the streets. For the taxes that I pay because it means that I am employed. For the mess to clean after a party because it means that I have been surrounded by friends. For the clothes that fit a little too snug because it means I have enough to eat. For my shadow that watches me work because it means I am out in the sunshine. For a lawn that needs mowing, windows that need cleaning, and gutters that need fixing because it means I have a home. For all the complaining I hear about the government because it means that we have freedom of speech. For the parking spot I find at the far end of the parking lot because it means I am capable of walking and that I have been blessed with transportation. For my huge heating bill because it means I am warm. For the lady behind me that sings off key because it means that I can hear. For the pile of laundry and ironing because it means I have clothes to wear. For weariness and aching muscles at the end of the day because it means I have been capable of working hard. For the alarm that goes off in the early morning hours because it means that I am ! Alive. And finally..... for too much e-mail because it means I have friends who are thinking of me. -- Saturday, September 25, 2004
BLOGS FOR BUSH UPDATE If you want to know why President Bush will be reelected in a landslide, Read this... . Boston Goes Even More Nutty Over Yankee - Dead Sox Series (From Dan, our correspondent in the Commonwealth of Taxachusetts.) More here... The Conservative Monitor Update #162 http://www.conservativebookstore.com http://www.conservativemonitor.com Contents: 1. Book Review: - "Thank You, President Bush", by Aman Verjee and Rod Martin 2. Articles - CBS Hoax on America, by David M. Huntwork - Kerry Lied While Good Men Died, by Peter and Helen Evans - The Great Obesity Scam, by Alan Caruba - Drill America , Part I, by Luke Hodgens 3. Powerhouse Profits 4. Memorandum: Voter Manipulation 5. Weekly Politickle, by F.R. Duplantier ----- 1. Book of the Month: Thank You, President Bush: Reflections on the War on Terror, Defense of the Family, and Revival of the Economy, edited by Aman Verjee and Rod D. Martin. The contributors to this volume by scholars, activists and public servants is a "Who is Who" of the conservative movement. It includes Dick Cheney, Phyllis Schlafly, Stephen Moore (of the Club for Growth), Grover Norquist, John Ashcroft, Bill Bennett and many more. Each essay is an exposition on a Bush Policy and reveals what it has done to make America and the World and better place. Topics fall under Presidential Character, Foreign Policy, Economic Policy, Social Policy and The Rule of Law. A thorough reading of this book reveals why George W. Bush is one of the best Presidents of the current age and why he deserves to serve two terms in that office. For a thorough understanding of current events and how Presidential power can effect them there is no better work than this compendium. For more information on this book click on the link below: http://www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/ASIN/0974670111/ref=nosim/theconservativeb ----- 2. Articles CBS Hoax on America David M. Huntwork / Constitution Club -- Poor Col. Killian died in 1984 but I believe he would be surprised at the stir he created some twenty years after his death. On the evening of Sept. 8th CBS’s 60 Minutes II dropped what they considered to be a (rather convenient) “bombshell” regarding President Bush’s service in the National Guard. Directly contradicting Defense Department records showing that in 1973 Col. Killian praised Mr. Bush's performance and approved his honorable discharge, four memos from Col. Killian impugning the service of Bush during those years were produced with much fanfare. According to CBS, they consulted a handwriting analyst and document expert who believed the material to be authentic. More... http://www.conservativemonitor.com/opinion04/116.shtml Kerry Lied While Good Men Died Peter and Helen Evans / PeterAndHellenEvans -- "Kerry Lied while Good Men Died." That was one of the chants today on Capitol Hill. You probably didn't see much of it in the so-called "mainstream" media, but on September 12, 2004 in Washington a rally was held at the U.S. Capitol by a group calling themselves "Vietnam Vets for the Truth." They spoke of having healed from their many physical wounds, but contrasted those with the un-healed wounds that Sen. John Kerry's words had inflicted on them during the Vietnam War and re-opened now with his audacious bid for the Presidency. While many of them were still fighting to keep South Vietnam free from Communist tyranny, Kerry was calling them "war criminals" before Congress and meeting with the enemy in Paris. He's the only Presidential candidate with his picture in a place of honor in the enemy's museum. A sign at the rally called him a "Hanoi John Kerry, Viet Cong war Hero." More... http://www.conservativemonitor.com/opinion04/117.shtml The Great Obesity Scam Alan Caruba / Anxiety Center -- Is the day far off when the federal government will decide what you eat and how much? The assault on the personal freedoms of Americans continues unabated. First it was the decision whether to smoke or not and now it involves every piece of food you ingest. More... http://www.conservativemonitor.com/opinion04/120.shtml Drill America , Part I Luke Hodgens / Powerhouse Profits -- Worried about the performance of your 401K? Upset at the obscene prices of gasoline? Disappointed at the rate of jobs growth? You're not alone. Although the US economy has rebounded nicely from the tech crash in 2000 and subsequent recession, growth, especially this year, has not been as robust as hoped. While tax cuts have spurred consumer spending and new job hiring, one particular factor has applied brakes to the economy, Oil. More... http://www.conservativemonitor.com/finance03/29.shtml ----- 3. Powerhouse Profits Luke Hodgens is our Finance/Economics editor. His cogent commentary keeps you informed about the economy and the market. Mr. Hodgens is also editor of an investment newsletter that reveals stocks where you can take a direct interest in what is going on in world. His recommendations are thoroughly researched and geared toward the conservative investor - that is the politically conservative investor. To find out more about a company he recommends in his most recent newsletter, click on the link below: http://www.marketerschoice.com/app/aftrack.asp?afid=140238 ----- 4. Memorandum: Democratic Party Voters, by Michelle Anonymous This letter refers to the following article: http://www.conservativemonitor.com/society/2001012.shtml W.J. Rayment's completely untrue characterization of democratic party voters in the article regarding an election day holiday really angered me. I am incensed that a person could make such sweeping, false judgments of those from one party. As long as Rayment is making such generalizations, I may as well make a few more relevant generalizations of my own. I have never in my life found those who vote Republican more hard-working; in fact, it's often been the opposite! Most of those I knew backing up the Republican party are from inherited wealth, rarely lifting a finger if not required. These are the people admitted to Yale or Harvard simply because of Legacy, barely graduate, skip their military service, spend an unaccounted for amount of time involved in hard drugs and driving under the influence, and eventually go on to become President of the United States. Shame on you for your false depictions and scandalous lies. Your ignorance sickens me. Michelle Our Response: Dear Michelle, The article was a humorous poke in the eye at leftist machinations to skew the vote. When the left makes fun of the right, they call it satire. When the right makes fun of the left it is called "false depictions and scandalous lies" (your words). The fact is that the Republican party has been found to be supported, in the main, by the middle class. The Democrats are supported by the the two extremes. The Welfare Class and the Patrician Class. Unfortunately the stereo-type I presented is impregnated with a seed of truth. Cordially, WJR ----- 5. The work of F. R. Duplantier is a welcome break from serious political battles. Here is one of his latest limericks (he calls them Politickles): KERRY'S QUALIFICATIONS "If the voters could only see How I windsurf and snowboard and ski, How I take nature hikes And ride mountain bikes, I'm quite certain they'd vote for me." http://www.politickles.com Get Politickles Shop merchandise customized for your group or business, or commission a one-of-a-kind design just for you. Take advantage of substantial bulk-order discounts. See their full line at http://www.cafeshops.com/politickles For more information on Politickles or to order Mr. Duplantier's collection of Politickle Limericks click on the link below: http://www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/ASIN/0936783257/theconservativeb ----- To check out all the latest books by or about conservatives click the link below: http://www.conservativebookstore.com/sthsweek.shtml ----- Your commentary is invited. Please use the link below to express your rants and raves: http://www.conservativemonitor.com/contact.shtml ----- Feel free to forward this update to friends, family, acquaintances or even your worst enemy. We do not trade or give away email addresses so subscribers never need worry about getting SPAM: ----- Friday, September 24, 2004
RATHERBIASED.COM UPDATE ========== WHAT'S NEW ========== The Fallout From Memogate --Earlier, we gave you the internet's reaction to the CBS semi-apology, now, RatherBiased.com is looking how a few of America's newspapers are responding and reporting on the CBS documents kerfuffle. * The New York Times, always the paper with the best network contacts, further confirms that Memogate producer Mary Mapes has become the sacrificial lamb. But not every CBSer is happy about that, Jim Rutenberg and Bill Carter report; some employees believe more important heads need to roll. They also talked with a former colleague of Mapes's, a conservative radio talker who used to work with her, who recalls the CBS producer as being "ardently liberal." Elsewhere in the Times, Kate Zernike reports on the immediate role-reversal that ensued after former Clinton pressec Joe Lockhart admitted that he was asked by CBS to contact its primary document source, Bill Burkett. Prior to that, the Bush people didn't want to talk much about Memogate while the Kerry folk were pumping up the National Guard story. * The other New York papers also have some interesting items today. The Daily News has an article about a "civil war" within "60 Minutes" as some Sunday show figures like Steve Kroft are lambasting their colleagues for running a shoddy story. While at The News, we also couldn't miss columnist Michael Goodwin's scathing editorial denouncing CBS for a number of sins including "smearing" rival newsies "with unforgivable charges of partisanship when first challenged" or the paper's report that Mary Mapes apparently believes she will not be made into the network's scapegoat. The New York Post, meanwhile, has a report about advertisers possibly pulling spots on the "CBS Evening News" in the near future, though it does offer little proof for the assertion as well as a piece on more affiliate reaction to Memogate. * Over at the NYT's archrival, The Washington Post, media reporter Howard Kurt has a column on the affair wondering how CBS can boost its "tattered reputation" without some high-profile firings or resignations. He's also filed a report on the whole Bush-Kerry dispute over the CBS documents. Kurtz's colleague Anne Applebaum has a perceptive column (and we say that not just because she gives us a plug) on what the whole Memogate mess means for the future of television. In the piece, Applebaum states that "Rather and his fellow network newsmen are stuck in a Vietnam/Watergate-era time warp" in which they "regard themselves as the conscience of the nation." She also argues that the episode signals the beginning of the end for network news, as well as a return to a more competitive, and partisan, press. While she sees some negative aspects of this development, on the whole, Applebaum seems fine with the idea. * Across town, The Washington Times has a number of articles on Memogate: Most notable is a profile piece on David Van Os the former lawyer of Bill Burkett as well as a John McCaslin piece on how the Memogate Burkett should not be confused with B. G. Burkett the author of a book exposing false veteran claims. Though both men spell their names the same way, each pronounces his surname differently and the two are political opposites. While you're there, read the WT's take on the Bush-Kerry Memogate dispute as well as the house editorial on the matter. * The Chicago Tribune, which hadn't posted its Wednesday articles when this piece was written, is still worth checking out (username/password: slashdot). Illinois's largest paper has several articles worth reading, including one in which a still-smarting Dan Rather incredibly says he doesn't think CBS's documents were forged. Also notable is a piece from syndicated Miami Herald columnist Leonard Pitts who deplores the developments observed by Applebaum. The Trib also has a piece by reporter Leon Lazaroff who found several people who worry CBS's paper problems will affect Americans' perceptions of the entire news media. * Elsewhere in the Midwest, The Star Tribune of Minnesota has penned an editorial on Memogate, opining that the damage to CBS's rep has been "likely irreparable." The paper also has an article attempting to assess the influence that online publications and blogs are beginning to have. For a less adversarial view of how Memogate affects the "old" vs. "new" media dynamic, see this Philadelphia Inquirer piece. * One more bullet: the Associated Press reports that back in 2000, Al Gore's campaign staff was told of allegations similar to Burkett's but never opted to pursue them. It was not given documents, however. The Los Angeles Times also has one large article on journalism buffs' opinions, those of CBS prez Leslie Moonves, as well as some info on the investigation. ** Go to <http://ratherbiased.com/news/> to view links inside stories mentioned here. ** Daily Brickbat A Good Job If You Can Get It Clarence Henry had a conviction for shoplifting and four Social Security numbers on his record. Naturally, the Transportation Security Administration hired him to search checked baggage for bombs and other contraband. And just as naturally, he was eventually arrested for stealing from those bags, according to CBS News. The TSA still hasn't conducted background checks on many of its employees, and those checks only weed out people convicted of felonies. People with misdemeanor convictions, even for stealing, might still be hired, though the agency claims to have a "zero tolerance" policy for theft. More brickbats... THE LEFT COAST REPORT A Political Look at Hollywood By James Hirsen A NewsMax Report Headlines (Click here for complete stories): 1. Jay Leno's White House Wobble 2. Spiking Bush 3. Morality Goes to the Movies 4. John Kerry, Reporting for Digital Duty 5. Andy Rooney's Rather Rap A Political Poll... (From Pamela, our correspondent in Bay Ridge.) If you support the policies and character of John Kerry please drive with your headlights on during the day on Friday. If you support George W. Bush please drive with your headlights off that night. (Editor's Note: In real life, Pamela is actually a very nice person.) The Convention's Over, but the Party's Not Stopping (From Republican Party Chairman Marc Racicot.) Dear Patrick, The convention may be over, but the Party doesn't stop there. Parties for the President are still an easy way to show your support. Looking for a good time to share your home and spread the President's message? Host a Debate Watch Party for the President! The Presidential debates are coming up and provide an excellent opportunity to share your support for President Bush and Vice President Cheney with friends, family and neighbors by hosting a party in your home. ***September 30, 2004 - First Presidential Debate - Open your home and invite undecided friends and neighbors to join you as we watch the President talk about foreign policy issues important to voters. ***October 5, 2004 - Vice Presidential Debate - This will be one for the history books as the Vice President takes on the trial lawyer. Sparks will surely fly. ***October 8, 2004 - Second Presidential Debate - The candidates engage in a town hall discussion with undecided voters. ***October 13, 2004 - Third Presidential Debate - President Bush and Senator Kerry face off for the last time before the election. The third debate will focus on domestic policy. The news is good. While the polls show the President ahead in the race, there is still much to be done. We can't afford to rest now. Sign up to host your Debate Watch Party for the President today. You can make the difference in this election. Sincerely, s/ Marc Racicot Chairman Welfare Reform (From Dan, our correpondent in the Commonwealth of Taxachusetts.) A guy walks into the local welfare office, marches straight up to the counter and says, "Hi . . . You know, I just HATE drawing welfare. I'd really rather have a job". The social worker behind the counter says, "Your timing is excellent. We just got a job opening from a very wealthy old man who wants a chauffeur/bodyguard for his nymphomaniac daughter. You'll have to drive around in his Mercedes, but he'll supply all of your clothes." "Because of the long hours, meals will be provided. You'll be expected to escort her on her overseas holiday trips. You'll have a two-bedroom apartment above the garage. The starting salary is $200,000 a year". The guy says, "You're bullshitting me!" The social worker says, "Yeah, well, you started it." Thursday, September 23, 2004
Read this article: Can Markets Predict Elections? ______________________________________ Then check Iowa Electronic Markets As of September 23rd, 2004: Candidate who will receive more than 52% of the popular vote: President Bush - 39.0 Senator Kerry - 27.6 ______________________________________ After that, look at Intrade As of September 23rd, 2004 Candidate who will win overall: President Bush - 67.3 Senator Kerry - 32.8 Reason's Weekly Dispatch By Jeff A. Taylor and the Reason staff In this issue: 1. Rather Obvious 2. The Force is With Us 3. The Better Half 4. Quick Hits 5. New at Reason Online - Improving Ourselves to Death 6. News and Events Democratic Wedding Joke (From Dan, our correspondent in the Commonwealth of Taxachusetts.) There was a much married woman who walked into a bridal shop one day and told the sales clerk that she was looking for a wedding gown for her fourth wedding. "Well," replied the sales clerk, "exactly what type of dress are you looking for?" The bride to be said: "A long frilly white dress with a veil." The sales clerk didn't know quite what to say but she finally said, "Frankly madam, gowns of that nature are considered more appropriate for brides who are being married the first time, for those who are a bit more innocent, if you know what I mean?" "Well" replied the customer, more than a little put out. "I can assure you that I am as innocent as the rest of them. Believe it or not, despite all my marriages, I remain as innocent as any first time bride." "You see, my first husband was so excited about our wedding he died as we were checking into our hotel. My second husband and I got into a terrible fight in the limo on our way to the reception and have not spoken since. We had that wedding annulled immediately." "What about your third husband?" asked the sales clerk. "Well" said the woman, "he was a Democrat and every night for four years he just sat on the edge of the bed and told me how good it was going to be." No More Headaches (From Eugene, our Suffolk County correspondent.) A man is having terrible headaches. He can't sleep, eat, think, or do much of anything because of the pain. Several doctors examined him and couldn't determine the cause of his problem. He finally went to one of the top neurological specialists in the country who examines him and says, "I've found the cause of the pain. Your testicles are pushing up into your spine. The constant pressure on the spine causes the headaches. The only thing I can do is perform surgery and remove your testicles." The man is shocked to hear this but the decision is not difficult as he know he cannot stand the pain of the headaches. He has the surgery and immediately fells like a new man. The pain is completely gone and he feels like he has a new life. He is so happy he decides to buy himself a new suit. He goes to a small men's shop and tells the old tailor that he wants to buy a suit. "Sure," says the tailor. "You're a 42 long, right?" "Wow, how did you know?" says the man. "Hey, I've been in this business a long time. You learn a few things" said the tailor." The tailor brought the man a suit that fit perfectly. It looked so good that the man decided to buy a new shirt to go with it. "16, 34, right?" said the tailor. "Right again!" said the man. "You're amazing." "Hey, I've been in this business a long time. You learn a few things". The tailor brought a shirt and tie and they looked great. The man said, "Hey, let's go for broke. Give me a pair of the silk boxers too." The tailor said, "36 right?" "I'm disappointed," said the man. "But 2 out of 3 is still good. I wear size 34 boxers." The tailor said, "Hey, I've been in this business for a long time and I think you need 36." The man replied, "It's obvious you know your business but I've worn size 34 for as long as I can remember. I'm going to have to disagree with you on this one". "Hey look," said the tailor, "I'll sell you whatever you want. But I've been in this business a long time. If you wear a size 34 it's gonna push your nuts up into your spine and give you terrible headaches." -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Monday, September 20, 2004
Read this article: Can Markets Predict Elections? ______________________________________ Then check Iowa Electronic Markets As of September 20th, 2004: President Bush - 61.1 Senator Kerry - 39.4 ______________________________________ After that, look at Intrade As of September 20th, 2004 President Bush - 68.1 Senator Kerry - 32.0 RATHERBIASED.COM UPDATE September 20, 2004 ========== WHAT'S NEW ========== <http://ratherbiased.com/news/> Digest: 1) We have the video of Dan criticizing Fox News up on the news page now. Check it out if you haven't seen it 2) CBS tells NYT that its documents are fake 3) Our list of "Twenty Things CBS Won't Apologize For NYT: CBS Says Papers Were Forged <http://ratherbiased.com/news/> --Jim Rutenberg, a media reporter with the New York Times has a blockbuster story in today's editions: CBS has concluded that it used forged documents in a story accusing President Bush of evading his duties in the Texas Air National Guard. Of course, had the folks at CBS been reading FreeRepublic.com, INDCJournal, Little Green Footballs, RatherBiased.com, Hugh Hewitt, Powerline, AllahPundit, InstaPundit, and CNS News, they could have saved themselves a whole lot of embarrassment. In retrospect, it really is quite farcical that Dan Rather's hand-picked CBS News management persisted for so long against the facts, especially considering that it condemns politicians when they do the exact same thing. Twenty Things CBS Won't Apologize For <http://ratherbiased.com/news/> --More than likely, any CBS "apology" is going to be very tempered and likely reiterate previous network statements that "no one has challenged the content of our report." This is flatly false. A number of people have criticized CBS's reporting including the White House, President Bush's father, the Killian family, Ben Barnes's daughter Amy Barnes Stites, as well as several of Bush's former associates including Col. Walter Staudt, Col. Bobby Hodges, as well as Bush's roommate Dean Roome. These Bush for years. We hope, but are not expecting, that the network will also apologize for the following: 1. Failing to use the best document experts it could find, 2. Hiring a signature expert to look at a copied document when he himself said earlier that doing such a thing was foolish, 3. Ignoring and lying about the testimony of those it did hire, 4. Failing to interview Marian Knox as well as the others listed above, 5. Not interviewing anyone directly connected with Lt. Col Killian, 6. Not informing viewers that Staudt had retired a year-and-a-half before the time he was supposedly trying to help "sugarcoat" Bush's record, 7. Failing to inform viewers that not a single verified document signed by Killian or his fellow officers during the time period used the typographical techniques used in the CBS Memos, 8. Not mentioning Ben Barnes's partisan background enough, 9. Not disclosing the 30-year friendship of the two Texas Democrats Barnes and Rather, 10. Failing to even know who producer Mary Mapes's document source was before the broadcast, 11. Dishonestly impugning the motives of critics, 12. Using its news broadcasts to defend a bad report instead of examining how it could be wrong, 13. Never once featuring a single document expert on the air who doubted CBS's claims, 14. Putting total non-experts on the air to spin the preferred "authentic" line even though CBS would not allow them to see its documents, 15. Not mentioning that Killian never kept notes and hated to type, 16. Failing to provide the public with copies of the documents as close as possible to the ones CBS obtained, 17. Not finding out if the office in which Killian worked even had a typewriter capable of duplicating most of the complex formatting used in the CBS documents (it did not), 18. Using the testimony of a vehemently anti-Bush author to prove its case and simply referring to him as an author who "wrote two books on the subject," 19. Failing to inform viewers that its document source was someone who hated George Bush, 20. Not telling viewers that one of its key (if not the key) sources was a man known to be mentally unstable and one who has lodged false accusations against Bush for years. ** Go to mentioned here. ** FORWARDING: Spread the news about bias. Send this newsletter to a friend ================= SUBSCRIPTION INFO ================= RatherBiased.com Update is a free e-mail newsletter sent to our readers periodically. Sunday, September 19, 2004
Read this article: Can Markets Predict Elections? ______________________________________ Then check Iowa Electronic Markets As of September 19th, 2004: President Bush - 59.9 Senator Kerry - 40.2 ______________________________________ After that, look at Intrade As of September 19th, 2004 President Bush - 70.0 Senator Kerry - 31.0 IMPORTANT KERRY-EDWARDS CAMPAIGN DOCUMENT (From Gene, our correspondent in Washington Hieghts) Proposed Phone Answering Tree Transcript Hello, you have reached Kerry-Edwards Campaign, the only poll that counts is on Election Day! If you are obsessive-compulsive press 1 repeatedly If you are co-dependant, please ask someone else to press 2 for you If you have multiple personalities, please press 3, 4, 5 & 6 If you are paranoid, we know who you are and what you want, please stay on the line so we can trace your call and persecute you. If you are delusional, press 7 and your call will be transferred to the mothership. If you are schizophrenic, listen carefully and a small voice will tell you which number to press. If you are a manic depressive, press whichever number you like, no-one will answer you. If you are dyslexic, press 69696969696969696969696. If you have amnesia, press 8, followed by your date of birth, your social security number, home phone number, the square root of 1,555,666,777,888 and, your tax code followed by the atomic number for Uranium. If you have post traumatic stress disorder, slowly and carefully press 000. If you have BI-polar disorder, please leave a message after the beep, or before the beep, for god's sake wait for the beep. If you suffer from short term memory loss, press 9. If you suffer from short term memory loss, press 9. If you suffer from short term memory loss, press 9. If you suffer from short term memory loss, press 9. If you suffer from short term memory loss, press 9. If you have low self esteem, go away, no one can be bothered to talk to you anyway. OUR FAVORITE 527 GROUP A lot has been written about the impact of the 527 groups on the election. Here's one that has a sense of humor: Football Fans for Truth HIGHLY RECOMMENDED ON-LINE ARTICLES Democratic Despotism Down With Primitivism: A Thorough Critique of Polanyi Protect Yourself on the Internet (From Pamela, our correspondent in Bay Ridge.) Federal Bank, Thrift and Credit Union Regulatory Agencies Provide Brochure with Information on Internet "Phishing" The federal bank, thrift and credit union agencies today announced the publication of a brochure with information to help consumers identify and combat a new type of Internet scam known as "phishing." The term is a play on the word "fishing," and that's exactly what Internet thieves are doing--fishing for confidential financial information, such as account numbers and passwords. With enough information, a con artist can run up bills on another person's credit card or, in the worst case, even steal that person's identity. In a common type of phishing scam, individuals receive e-mails that appear to come from their financial institution. The e-mail may look authentic, right down to the use of the institution's logo and marketing slogans. The e-mails often describe a situation that requires immediate attention and then warn that the account will be terminated unless the e-mail recipients verify their account information immediately by clicking on a provided link. The link will take the e-mail recipient to a screen that asks for account information. While it may appear to be a page sponsored by a legitimate financial institution, the information will actually go to the con artist who sent the e-mail. The federal financial regulatory agencies want consumers to know that they should never respond to such requests. No legitimate financial institution will ever ask its customers to verify their account information online. The brochure also advises consumers: Never click on the link provided in an e-mail if there is reason to believe it is fraudulent. The link may contain a virus. Do not be intimidated by e-mails that warn of dire consequences for not following their instructions. If there is a question about whether the e-mail is legitimate, go to the company's site by typing in a site address that you know to be legitimate. If you fall victim to a phishing scam, act immediately to protect yourself by alerting your financial institution, placing fraud alerts on your credit files and monitoring your account statements closely. Report suspicious e-mails or calls to the Federal Trade Commission through the Internet at www.consumer.gov/idtheft , or by calling 1-877-IDTHEFT. The interagency brochure is available on each agency's web site and financial institutions are encouraged to download the camera-ready file for use in their own customer-education programs. CONTACT: Federal Reserve Susan Stawick 202-452-2955 FDIC David Barr 202-898-6992 NCUA Cherie Umbel 703-518-6330 OCC Kevin Mukri 202-874-5770 OTS Erin Hickman 202-906-6677 Saturday, September 18, 2004
Read this article: Can Markets Predict Elections? ______________________________________ Then check Iowa Electronic Markets As of September 18th, 2004: President Bush - 59.3 Senator Kerry - 41.0 ______________________________________ After that, look at Intrade As of September 18th, 2004 President Bush - 68.1 Senator Kerry - 34.0 Quote of the Week: (From Veterans Advantage.) When you drink out of the same canteen and eat off the same spoon, you get real tight together. - Unidentified Paratrooper, 173rd Airborne Brigade ARE YOU REGISTERED TO VOTE? IF YOU ARE, YOU CAN WIN $100,000 I just signed up for the VOTE or NOT Challenge. The challenge is to raise awareness and get as many of our friends and family to participate in the Election. The 2000 Election was decided by about 500 votes, so all our votes matter!! This year's election may be just as close. It's cool because if you sign up for the challenge, you also get entered into a sweepstakes to win $100,000, and if you refer the winner to the challenge (like I'm doing right now), you get $100,000 too. In other words, if you join and win, we BOTH get $100,000. (Yes this is for real!) They're doing this to encourage us to spread the word fast, because the voter registration deadline is coming up soon. Please sign up. It takes less than a minute to do, so sign up now for the challenge through my referral link: http://pm31z8b.VOTEorNOT.org If you still need to register to vote, you can do it online at http://VOTEorNOT.org/register.php Thanks! Saddam Hussein "After listening to you for an hour, I can tell that you are a strong and intelligent man and that you want peace." -Howard Metzenbaum (senator from Ohio, 1974-1994), in an April 1990 meeting with Saddam Hussein in Baghdad. What Women Are Thinking... (From Gene, our correspondent in Washington Heights.) Behind every successful woman is herself . A woman is like a tea bag... you don't know how strong she is until you put her in hot water I have yet to hear a man ask for advice on how to combine marriage and a career. Coffee, chocolate, men; some things are just better rich. I’m out of estrogen and I have a gun. Warning: I have an attitude, and I know how to use it. Of course I don't look busy...I did it right the first time. Do not start with me. You will not win. All stressed out; and no one to choke. And last but not least: If you want breakfast in bed, sleep in the kitchen. Friday, September 17, 2004
Read this article: Can Markets Predict Elections? ______________________________________ Then check Iowa Electronic Markets As of September 17th, 2004: President Bush - 59.6 Senator Kerry - 40.8 ______________________________________ After that, look at Intrade As of September 17th, 2004 President Bush - 66.8 Senator Kerry - 34.0 Hey Democrats, Your Chance to Win Up To $25,000 Since CBS and the Democrats are absolutely certain the National Guard memos are verifiable, here's a chance to win up to $25,000. Find a typewriter from 1972 that does the following: Think for a minute of what this challenge is. We're looking for a typewriter that could do all of the following: For more details, go to: Defeat John John This should be fun!!!! UPDATE: THE AMOUNT IS NOW $50,000!!! A LETTER FROM PRESIDNT GEORGE W. BUSH Dear Patrick, The election is less than seven weeks away and our momentum is building. As I travel the country, the crowds are big and the mood is upbeat. There is real excitement for our agenda, and I know that this enthusiasm will mean a tremendous turnout. On Election Day, you may be one of many who will be working the polls, driving voters to their polling locations, or making Get Out the Vote calls. Our message must be: No matter what you're doing, be sure to vote. The stakes are high. Starting today, you can request your ballot by mail, and soon you can cast an early ballot at early vote locations in your area. If you're going to be busy on November 2nd, I encourage you to take this opportunity and vote early. There's even a special page on our campaign website to make the process easier. www.GeorgeWBush.com/VoteEarly Using this link, you can get your Absentee/By Mail ballot request or find a list of early voting locations near you. By casting your vote early, you can avoid lines at the polls on Election Day and still be sure your voice is heard in this important election. This election is critical for our nation. The choice is between winning the war on terror by defending the homeland, taking the battle to the terrorists and fighting them where they live and train - or retreating to a pre-9/11 worldview that treats acts of terrorism as a law enforcement issue. The choice is between a practical approach that puts doctors and patients in control of health care decisions or a government-run system that would cost more than $1.5 trillion and put bureaucrats in charge. The choice is between an economic agenda that recognizes America's economy is growing, but can do more, or an agenda that raises taxes, increases regulations and stifles our economic recovery. Your vote is important to winning and to building a safer world and a more hopeful America. I hope you will take the opportunity to vote early - either by mail or in person. www.GeorgeWBush.com/VoteEarly Thanks for all you have done for my campaign, and all you will do over the next 46 days. Sincerely, S/ George W. Bush P.S. Beginning today, you can request your ballot by mail, or you can soon cast your vote at early vote locations in your area. I encourage you to take this opportunity and vote early. We've even set up a special page on our website to make the process a little easier - www.GeorgeWBush.com/VoteEarly. Be sure to direct your friends living overseas to our website so they can vote absentee as well. THE LEFT COAST REPORT A Political Look at Hollywood By James Hirsen A NewsMax Report Headlines (Click here for complete stories): 1. Hollywood Censor 2. Kitty Litter 3. Alec Baldwin's California Reaming 4. Steven Spielberg's French Connection 5. Ellen Barkin's Motherly Kick HIGHLY RECOMMENDED ON-LINE ARTICLES What You Need to Know About the Minimum Wage Fooled by the Numbers Thursday, September 16, 2004
Read this article: Can Markets Predict Elections? ______________________________________ Then check Iowa Electronic Markets As of September 16th, 2004: President Bush - 59.4 Senator Kerry - 41.0 ______________________________________ After that, look at Intrade As of September 12th, 2004 President Bush - 67.2 Senator Kerry - 33.0 Monday, September 13, 2004
Read this article: Can Markets Predict Elections? ______________________________________ Then check Iowa Electronic Markets As of September 13th, 2004: President Bush - 56.6 Senator Kerry - 43.5 ______________________________________ After that, look at Intrade As of September 12th, 2004 President Bush - 63.0 Senator Kerry - 38.9 Hey Democrats, Your Chance to Win Up To $25,000 Since CBS and the Democrats are absolutely certain the National Guard memos are verifiable, here's a chance to win up to $25,000. Find a typewriter from 1972 that does the following: Think for a minute of what this challenge is. We're looking for a typewriter that could do all of the following: For more details, go to: Defeat John John This should be fun!!!! Sunday, September 12, 2004
Read this article: Can Markets Predict Elections? ______________________________________ Then check Iowa Electronic Markets As of September 12th, 2004: President Bush - 55.7 Senator Kerry - 44.5 ______________________________________ After that, look at Intrade As of September 12th, 2004 President Bush - 62.5 Senator Kerry - 38.5 ARE YOU REGISTERED TO VOTE? IF YOU ARE, YOU CAN WIN $100,000 I just signed up for the VOTE or NOT Challenge. The challenge is to raise awareness and get as many of our friends and family to participate in the Election. The 2000 Election was decided by about 500 votes, so all our votes matter!! This year's election may be just as close. It's cool because if you sign up for the challenge, you also get entered into a sweepstakes to win $100,000, and if you refer the winner to the challenge (like I'm doing right now), you get $100,000 too. In other words, if you join and win, we BOTH get $100,000. (Yes this is for real!) They're doing this to encourage us to spread the word fast, because the voter registration deadline is coming up soon. Please sign up. It takes less than a minute to do, so sign up now for the challenge through my referral link: http://pm31z8b.VOTEorNOT.org If you still need to register to vote, you can do it online at http://VOTEorNOT.org/register.php Thanks! |
