Ups and Downs

By: mpdaniel

Sarah Palin’s national book tour appears to be at least a qualified success.  Lots of crowds, lots of enthusiasm, lots of books sold.  How long it may last remains to be seen.  When Palin first came onto the national stage as John McCain’s VP pick in the 2008 presidential election, I freely admit I was caught up in the ...

13 days ago

Church bars Kennedy as war between church and state escalates

By: mdr094

The Catholic Church, which heavily influenced and even authored language of the anti-abortion language in the health care bill in the House, in clear violation of the constitution, has escalated its war over the separation of church and state by barring Rep. Patrick Kennedy fromreceiving communion by Catholic

14 days ago

Patrick Kennedy clashes with outspoken RI bishop

By: candygirl

 A feud between Congressman Patrick Kennedy and Rhode Island's Roman Catholic bishop threatens to spiritually exile the son of the nation's most famous Catholic family. Their feud over abortion and the health care overhaul has escalated to the point where Providence Bishop Thomas Tobin has publicly questioned Kennedy's faith and his church ...

24 days ago

Health Care Reform Bill Passes with Controversial Amendment

By: WordSlinger

WASHINGTON, D.C. - The House of Representatives voted to pass the health insurance reform bill around 11:15 Saturday evening. Despite numerous attempts for over 60 years, no chamber of Congress has ever passed comprehensive health reform. History was in the making. Lawmakers in the House chamber voted 220 to 215 to pass this bill. Only one ...

28 days ago