Saturday, November 3, 2012
Minnesota 13, Michigan 35
No surprise, Michigan retained the Little Brown Jug, knocking off the Gophers 35-13 today in Minneapolis. The Gophers fall to 5-4 on the season, they remain 1 game from bowl eligibility. The Gophers just gave up too many big plays today, everytime it looked like they had a stop, Michigan would hit something deep. Conversely, nobody really stepped up big for the Gophers, someone needed to make a big play or two and nobody did. Overall, a pretty lackluster performance, too many mental mistakes, some questionable play calling, no big plays, they really need to play better if they want to take that next step as a program.
Observations:
Observations:
- I wasn't a fan of the fake field goal attempt, they should have taken the points.
- Too many penalties by the Gophers today. Some questionable calls too though.
- The Gophers red zone offense needs a lot of work.
- On the bright side, it was much better than losing 58-0.
- Devin Gardner did a nice job replacing Denard Robinson.
- Rashede Hageman was a beast again in the middle today.
- Was that Ben Utecht singing the National Anthem?
- Taylor Lewan would have looked nice on the Gopher OL.
- Keenan Cooper wore Gary Tinsley's honorary number 51 today.
- Up next? @ Illinois next Saturday.
The Economist Endorses Obama
Interesting, pro-business publication The Economist today endorsed Barack Obama over businessman Mitt Romney.
". . . . . elections are about choosing somebody to run a country. And this choice turns on two questions: how good a president has Mr Obama been, especially on the main issues of the economy and foreign policy? And can America really trust the ever-changing Mitt Romney to do a better job? On that basis, the Democrat narrowly deserves to be re-elected. . . . ."
". . . . . elections are about choosing somebody to run a country. And this choice turns on two questions: how good a president has Mr Obama been, especially on the main issues of the economy and foreign policy? And can America really trust the ever-changing Mitt Romney to do a better job? On that basis, the Democrat narrowly deserves to be re-elected. . . . ."
POTpourri
- WaPo calls the Romney campaign an insult to voters. Ouch.
- Could there be new hope for Filibuster Reform? Hopefully.
- RIP Pascual Perez & Natina Reed.
- Hurricane Sandy shows the need for government.
- Check out Stephen Colbert's take on Fox News coverage of Libya.
- 2012 Country Music Award winners here.
- Economic data shows more growth under democratic Presidents.
- Jessica Cirio looks damn nice in a bikini.
- Michelle Bachmann calls herself a bipartisan independent voice. WTF?
- NYC Marathon & NHL's Winter Classic cancelled.
Friday, November 2, 2012
AZ Tidbits
- Flake and Carmona race going down to the wire. Want a non-partisan look at them?
- Stop embarrassing yourself already John McCain, you're tarnishing your legacy.
- Where does Jeff Flake stand on immigration reform?
- Is Phoenix the World's Least Sustainable City?
- Keep an eye on ASU hoopster Jahii Carson.
- Best wishes to Bruce Cooper!
- Can latino's oust Sheriff Joe Arpaio? Boost Barack Obama?
- I love Halloween in Arizona!
- Arizona St / Cubs deal for Mesa baseball stadium dead.
- Gangnam Style dance almost brings down parking garage at Arizona State.
Joe Biden on Abortion
I couldn't have said it any better:
"With regard to abortion, I accept my Church’s position on abortion as a de fide doctrine. Life begins at conception. I accept that position in my personal life. But I refuse to impose it on equally devout Christians, and Muslims and and Jews…I just refuse to do that, unlike my friend here, the Congressman. I do not believe that we have a right to tell other people, women that they cannot control their body. It’s a decision between them and their doctor in my view, and the Supreme Court. And I’m not going to interfere with that."
"With regard to abortion, I accept my Church’s position on abortion as a de fide doctrine. Life begins at conception. I accept that position in my personal life. But I refuse to impose it on equally devout Christians, and Muslims and and Jews…I just refuse to do that, unlike my friend here, the Congressman. I do not believe that we have a right to tell other people, women that they cannot control their body. It’s a decision between them and their doctor in my view, and the Supreme Court. And I’m not going to interfere with that."
Chris Christie on Obama
I must admit, I gained a lot of respect for Chris Christie the last few days, it's time like this when someone's true character shows through, I applaud him for the way he's dealing with Hurricane Sandy's aftermath. Republicans should be asking themselves right about now if they really want to be stuck with Mitt Romney again in 2016.
Here's some interesting quotes about Obama from Christie:
"I have to say, the administration, the president himself, and FEMA Administrator Craig Fugate have been outstanding with us so far. We have a great partnership with them."
"I spoke to the president three times yesterday. He has been incredibly supportive and helpful to our state and not once did he bring up the election. So if he’s not bringing it up, you can be sure that people in New Jersey are not worried about that primarily if one of the guys running isn’t."
"I want to thank the President personally for all his assistance as w recover from the storm."
“The federal government’s response has been great. I was on the phone at midnight again last night with the president, personally, he has expedited the designation of New Jersey as a major disaster area”
“the president has been all over this and deserves great credit.” ”He gave me his number at the White House and told me to call him if I needed anything”
Here's some interesting quotes about Obama from Christie:
"I have to say, the administration, the president himself, and FEMA Administrator Craig Fugate have been outstanding with us so far. We have a great partnership with them."
"I spoke to the president three times yesterday. He has been incredibly supportive and helpful to our state and not once did he bring up the election. So if he’s not bringing it up, you can be sure that people in New Jersey are not worried about that primarily if one of the guys running isn’t."
"I want to thank the President personally for all his assistance as w recover from the storm."
“The federal government’s response has been great. I was on the phone at midnight again last night with the president, personally, he has expedited the designation of New Jersey as a major disaster area”
“the president has been all over this and deserves great credit.” ”He gave me his number at the White House and told me to call him if I needed anything”
CRS Tax Cut Study Suppressed
Have you read about this? Republican leaders pressured the Congressional Research Service (CRS) to suppress their report on the effects of tax cuts to the wealthy on the economy. Keep in mind that the Congressional Research Service is a non partisan apolitical research group that provides statistical analysis for congress, they don't have an agenda. Their findings apparently undercut the GOP's decades long economic philosophy that tax cuts for the wealthy spur economic expansion and job growth. Why don't they want people to know about this? Did they not want to be exposed as frauds before the election? Was the GOP pressured by wealthy donors to suppress it? Whatever their reasons, I find it kind of appalling to tell you the truth, if they didn't like the results why not just rebut them with statistics of their own (or do they not have any statistics to back up their claims?)? Suppressing it just makes it look like they know the report is true and don't want people to find out about it. I'm guessing that Darrell Issa won't be investigating this anytime soon.
Thursday, November 1, 2012
Michael Bloomberg Endorses Obama
New York City Mayor Michael Bloomberg endorsed Barack Obama for President today. This is a big one, Bloomberg is a well respected moderate, his opinions are generally well thought out and pragmatic.
"I believe Mitt Romney is a good and decent man, and he would bring valuable business experience to the Oval Office. He understands that America was built on the promise of equal opportunity, not equal results. In the past he has also taken sensible positions on immigration, illegal guns, abortion rights and health care. But he has reversed course on all of them, and is even running against the health-care model he signed into law in Massachusetts. . . . . ."
". . . . . . the president has achieved some important victories on issues that will help define our future. His Race to the Top education program -- much of which was opposed by the teachers’ unions, a traditional Democratic Party constituency -- has helped drive badly needed reform across the country, giving local districts leverage to strengthen accountability in the classroom and expand charter schools. His health-care law -- for all its flaws -- will provide insurance coverage to people who need it most and save lives.
When I step into the voting booth, I think about the world I want to leave my two daughters, and the values that are required to guide us there. The two parties’ nominees for president offer different visions of where they want to lead America.
One believes a woman’s right to choose should be protected for future generations; one does not. That difference, given the likelihood of Supreme Court vacancies, weighs heavily on my decision.
One recognizes marriage equality as consistent with America’s march of freedom; one does not. I want our president to be on the right side of history.
One sees climate change as an urgent problem that threatens our planet; one does not. I want our president to place scientific evidence and risk management above electoral politics.
Of course, neither candidate has specified what hard decisions he will make to get our economy back on track while also balancing the budget. But in the end, what matters most isn’t the shape of any particular proposal; it’s the work that must be done to bring members of Congress together to achieve bipartisan solutions.
Presidents Bill Clinton and Ronald Reagan both found success while their parties were out of power in Congress -- and President Obama can, too. If he listens to people on both sides of the aisle, and builds the trust of moderates, he can fulfill the hope he inspired four years ago and lead our country toward a better future for my children and yours. And that’s why I will be voting for him."
"I believe Mitt Romney is a good and decent man, and he would bring valuable business experience to the Oval Office. He understands that America was built on the promise of equal opportunity, not equal results. In the past he has also taken sensible positions on immigration, illegal guns, abortion rights and health care. But he has reversed course on all of them, and is even running against the health-care model he signed into law in Massachusetts. . . . . ."
". . . . . . the president has achieved some important victories on issues that will help define our future. His Race to the Top education program -- much of which was opposed by the teachers’ unions, a traditional Democratic Party constituency -- has helped drive badly needed reform across the country, giving local districts leverage to strengthen accountability in the classroom and expand charter schools. His health-care law -- for all its flaws -- will provide insurance coverage to people who need it most and save lives.
When I step into the voting booth, I think about the world I want to leave my two daughters, and the values that are required to guide us there. The two parties’ nominees for president offer different visions of where they want to lead America.
One believes a woman’s right to choose should be protected for future generations; one does not. That difference, given the likelihood of Supreme Court vacancies, weighs heavily on my decision.
One recognizes marriage equality as consistent with America’s march of freedom; one does not. I want our president to be on the right side of history.
One sees climate change as an urgent problem that threatens our planet; one does not. I want our president to place scientific evidence and risk management above electoral politics.
Of course, neither candidate has specified what hard decisions he will make to get our economy back on track while also balancing the budget. But in the end, what matters most isn’t the shape of any particular proposal; it’s the work that must be done to bring members of Congress together to achieve bipartisan solutions.
Presidents Bill Clinton and Ronald Reagan both found success while their parties were out of power in Congress -- and President Obama can, too. If he listens to people on both sides of the aisle, and builds the trust of moderates, he can fulfill the hope he inspired four years ago and lead our country toward a better future for my children and yours. And that’s why I will be voting for him."
Mormon Democrats Endorse Obama
It's good to see that there are some fair minded Mormon's out there.
"We have not agreed with all of President Obama’s actions and recognize that not all of his policies have been completely successful. Nonetheless, the President and his team were able to implement numerous reforms that have made a positive impact on our nation. The President has provided steady, consistent, and smart leadership during the most challenging period in decades. Mormon Democrats proudly endorses Barack Obama for re-election. He has earned another four years in office."
You can read the entire endorsement here. They make a strong case against Mitt Romney too.
"We have not agreed with all of President Obama’s actions and recognize that not all of his policies have been completely successful. Nonetheless, the President and his team were able to implement numerous reforms that have made a positive impact on our nation. The President has provided steady, consistent, and smart leadership during the most challenging period in decades. Mormon Democrats proudly endorses Barack Obama for re-election. He has earned another four years in office."
You can read the entire endorsement here. They make a strong case against Mitt Romney too.
Wednesday, October 31, 2012
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