So are we done as a Political Party?
I asked a question the other day in an open thread about what the tenets are for the current Democratic Party? I never received a response. It could just be because it was me that asked the question...
View ArticleMr., I'd walk for the unions doesn't lift a finger.
So, we have all the energy, all the momentum, but we lack the funds to combat Citizens United in Wisconsin. We even have a President that claims to understand the fallacy of giving Corporations free(...
View ArticleThe dangers of lowered expectations.
I've seen alot of criticism from the ardent Obama supporters around here that some of us had unrealistic expectations of the President. Well guess what, high expectations are a good thing. If you...
View ArticleCorporations finally start spending! Yay!
Stocks rise after $19B flurry of acquisitions Companies across the United States have accumulated a record amount of cash since the recession ended. They have increased their cash reserves every...
View ArticleS&P possibly to rate sub-prime securities higher than U.S. Treasury Bonds
Talk about gall. When are these folks going to be shutdown? S&P Considers Rating Subprime-Backed Securities Higher Than U.S. Government S&P is considering assigning an AAA rating, its highest...
View ArticleObama's base wants less compromise in dealing with Congress.
Based on a poll conducted by the Tarrance Group, critics of the Presidents politicking when it comes to dealing with Congress fall squarely within his base. Too many times on this blog when legitimate...
View ArticleObama will lose and he deserves to.
This President is the most arrogant egotitstical piece of I dont know what to come down the pike in a long time.
View ArticleThe Lady Sang
Such a beautiful lady. She had the grace to only see the good in everyone even when she knew differently. She didn't have it easy, raising six kids with a less than loving husband, yet she was always...
View ArticleWe need to confront our representatives face to face.
I've wasted too much time calling Washington phone numbers, writing letters and sending emails. It has done no good. I may be behind the curve but my plans are to show up and be vocal at any functions...
View ArticleListen up
This executive privilege issued by the President is a serious matter. Is there something nefarious to hide? Could be. Is there legitimate security concerns for it? Could be. What you should be...
View ArticleEnjoy our short term win.
Yeah there's good reason to pop the champagne corks over the decision by the Supreme Court today. There is no doubt in my mind that it's a plus for the Presidents reelection. But I never had a doubt...
View ArticleOh My Freaking God! I'm going to the Convention.
I just received a call from OFA and by voluntering to phone bank for 3 shifts, total of 9 hours, I get a ticket to the Democratic Convention ON THURSDAY NIGHT! I can't believe it. This will be the...
View ArticleLook to these folks for the real CW (picture heavy)poll added
Not much of a diary and not meant to be. But today we had bunch of white guys pretending to know-it-all, especially about the state of the race in regards to the female gender.
View ArticleAnd Mourning Joe still alludes to Romney momentum a week ago.
You know for a guy who considers himself to be a reality based Republican even he can't help himself from the delusion that infests his party. Just now he made reference to the momentum Romney had a...
View ArticleEnjoy the day, back to activism tomorrow
2014 is right around the corner. If we don't want a replay of 2010 then our DC pols need to be pushed on a few things. My list of do's and don'ts in priority order:DOFilibuster reform - to accomplish...
View ArticleThe HR's need to go.
I am a long time Kossack and have been around for ALL the fights on this site. To see myself HR'd by other long time Kossacks because I called BBB a liar is ridiculous. Are you saying that we can't...
View ArticleMore evidence of the stupidity of ACA released by the Administration!?
So, instead of pushing for a bill that would attempt to reign in medical costs like say, a public option or maybe medicare buy ins, we enact a health insurance reform bill.The Administration has...
View ArticleOne scandal down and one to go
Mr.President you did the necessary deed by firing the head of the IRS.Now you must address the DOJ. Fire Holder Mr. president.There is no excuse for the broad sweep that the DOJ did on a news gathering...
View ArticleSo, when Rand Paul is President...
Do you think you might be concerned about surveillance?Do you think you might be concerned government secrecy?Do you think you might be concerned about environmental regulations?
View ArticleUnimportant issues to consider on Daily Kos
• The President is still negotiating CUTS to Medicare and Social Security with the GOP behind closed doors• Journalists are being held in contempt of court for not divulging sources• The NSA is spying...
View ArticleMemories
I ask you, if you thought the government was spying on you would you give a shit?If you thought the President was behind closed doors negotiating to Cut medicare and social security would you give a...
View ArticleSo how does the rox crowd justify all the NSA revelations?
Yeah, I know(in your mind) that Snowden is a traitor.And yes I know(in your mind) that Greenwald is a tool.But what I'm curious about is why Obama condones and exacerbates these abuses of the...
View ArticleSo the Prez is cool because...
He wants to set up a cabal to quantify his NSA doingsHe wants to take on the GOP for fighting against his Republican health care plan
View ArticleA funny thing happened on the way to crashing the gates
Prior to this site becoming a money whore, we discussed real issues and were more likely than not to be critical of the Dem Party. That was not because we wanted rid of them but wanted serious change...
View ArticleThough not a fan, I respect the Presidents decision
After using every possible means to further executive power the President finally woke up to his constitutional learnings and decided to ask Congress for authorization to act in Syria. This is probably...
View ArticleBe skeptical!
So we've had many diaries including a front page article proclaiming that ACA was open for applications. Nothing could be further from the truth.I had a personal chat on the ACA website because it's...
View ArticleACA: Answer me everything.
So here's my questions:1) If I'm currently on SSDI and Medicare do I still have the option to purchase a private insurers plan if I opt out of Medicare?2) If I opt out of Medicare for a year to join a...
View ArticleLefties should be happy with this win.
You know who I'm talking about. DFH's, CT'ers, contrarions and all other liberals. No matter how disappointed we get with the Democrats on most occassions we all know they butter our bread better than...
View ArticleI still can't get over this win. It was a Big F***ing Deal.
I've been around for a long time and have never witnessed a political beating as bad as we just handed the GOP. And to think, it was masterminded by Democrats!?!?I felt sure that the GOP was on their...
View ArticleOn being a Democrat
I'm a big fan of Bill Clinton which kind of puts me on the outs with most on this site.The reason I'm such a fan of him is that given the time we could not have done better. It's the same reason that...
View ArticleDear Hillary,
I've been a longtime supporter of you. I backed you in 2008 and have been getting excited about backing you in 2016.Though you are considered the frontrunner here on Dkos, many have strong feelings...
View ArticleCartoonist definition
car·toon (kär-tn) n. 1. a. A drawing depicting a humorous situation, often accompanied by a caption. b. A drawing representing current public figures or issues symbolically and often satirically: a...
View ArticleHate on GOPers support your fav Democrat
First, thank you to Kos for accepting my apologies. And I never received an email letting me know that. If there are other requirements for regaining posting privileges please let me know.I haven't...
View ArticleSo, what is your answer about the refugees?
Folks we need to get a grip. Please explain to me how we are helping the fleeing people from Syria and Iraq by only offering refuge.At what point do we take affirmative action to make their homeland...
View ArticleSo, where is the BREAKING NEWS
diary about the latest CNN poll? I thought poll diaries immediately went to the top of the Rec list. Maybe that's only true if the poll can somehow be spun as a positive for Bernie.Guess what, this one...
View ArticleWe should force GOP Congressional candidates to endorse the Trump plan
There are some Very good ideas in the Trump tax plan.Our candidates should embrace it for the most part and force the GOP candidates to declare one way or the other.
View ArticleCam Newton is the MVP in the NFL
I’ve been listening for years about how great Tom Brady, Aaron Rodgers, Andy Dalton, Matt Ryan, Rivers Phillips, etc. are the second coming of Christ. Believe it or not Tim Tebow was in those...
View ArticleSure, we stand with France but it's also time to squash incorrigible...
So here we are again with another inconceivable attack against innocent civilians BECAUSE we think Democracy is the best answer for all of humanity. Guess what, some societies aren’t conditioned to fit...
View ArticleA disheveled 70+ year old white man will not win the Presidency.
Why in the world is this so called reality based website continuing with the ridiculous notion that if Bernie wins the nomination we'll all support him in the general. Of course we would but to pretend...
View ArticleGo Panthers!
On to Super Bowl 50!Go Pats! Only because I dislike your cheating ways and want to pound you into the ground on 2/7/16.That is all.
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Cam Newton is a scary African American
Cam finally goes there.So, yesterday Cam faces the media to answer questions about the upcoming Superbowl. You know, questions like "How does it feel to finally be in the big dance?" or "what will you...
View ArticleHillary claims victory!
The great lady is not going to wait for the media to catch up. She won! And she’s proud to claim it!Thank you Madam Secretary, I can’t wait to vote for you in the General!
View ArticleSh*t Just Got Real
With the passing of Antonin Scalia, the most important qualification for the Democratic nominee is now, if it wasn't before, electability. No one should be playing craps with their vote this year. If...
View ArticleAny thoughts from Hillary supporters on policy positions that she might change?
Ok. I'm hoping that Hillary supporters can float some ideas on what could make her a better candidate. Suggest some positions that she should consider or some that she should consider changing.Since...
View ArticleThis flagging crap is ridiculous. I lose privileges because of cliques.
Meteor Blades this is mainly directed at you. We have many times not been on the same side of issues but you have always been fair minded about moderation of commentators on this site.I direct you to 2...
View ArticleTime to stop the authoritarian behavior around here.
You are not allowed to flag comment for difference of opinion.Moderators are not allowed to let biases influence their actions.That is all.
View ArticleUtopia? No. Success, yes.
This is what Capitalism has wrought.I predicted years ago that the GOP would run an 'populist' that would garner wild support. I suggested that the Dems were missing the boat by trying to be the grown...
View ArticleWe must win in November
Losing an election gains you absolutely nothing.You want to vote for the feel good nominee, who has no chance, then be ready to deal with the consequences.There are candidates running who haven't had...
View ArticleCan't see hidden comments because Bernieites are flag happy.
You know this is getting ridiculous. The Bernie camp on this site has gone full NAZI. They’re no better than Trump supporters.I would never consider flagging anyone for any reason, but Bernie...
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