Michelle rocks Denver
On the opening night of the Democratic National Convention, Michelle Obama did an impressive job of coming across as soft-spoken, middle class, blue collar and very patriotic indeed, to appeal to the average American (whoever that elusive character may be). She has an amazing physical presence, a marvelous voice, and a good story to tell. […]
Time for some campaignin’
In conservative heartland USA, folks, it’s time for some campaignin’! A new original by the JibJab brothers:
Paris Hilton for President
I, like, totally stole this from Spotlight.
Where on Earth will you vote?
Democrats Abroad sent me this motivating video. If you’re a US citizen, register here: www.votefromabroad.org.
The Obama stampede
Frank Rich has written a brilliant, analytical editorial describing the stampede to join the Obama camp in “How Obama Became Acting President” (NYT 27 July 2008). McCain has lost a lot of ground this month as Obama turns, more and more, into the man of the moment. Here’s an extract with translations (mouseover the highlighted […]
John McCain: Thanks for the question, you little jerk
mccain-vanityfairThis fake cover made fun of things Senator McCain is, whereas the famous New Yorker cover made fun of things Senator Obama is not.
Obamania in Berlin
The main event (see 3 min. video on BBC): “Yes, there have been differences between America and Europe. No doubt there will be differences in the future. But the burdens of global citizenship continue to bind us together. A change of leadership in Washington will not lift this burden. In this new century Americans and […]
