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The Lettermen piece was so right-on-the-money...and it's the gift that keeps on giving. The morning shows are repeating it over and over, and then there's the web. McCain's is looking like what he is; an impulsive, disorganized guy saddled with poor judgement with an incompetent joke for a running mate whom he doesn't trust to take over for a few days. 'Suspend his campaign?'. He's a PRESIDENTIAL CANDIDATE just over a month from the election. Who the fuck does he think he is? And how stupid does he think we are? Lettermen's shots of McCain being made up for the Couric interview and "Need a ride to the airport?" comment were pure gold. Face it; McCain's not prepared for the debate, so he's trying to weasel out of it. One should expect this from a guy who as 6th from the bottom of his class of 1,100. "Hey teach, how 'bout an extension?" McCain and Palin; the Ultimate Amateur Hour.

No, what private citizens joke about Palin isn't going to matter a bit in the election outcome. Never does. Not one bit.

My wife's house in Shoreline was built in the 50's. Very nice design, very good materials and workmanship. Some cool features, too, like a fireplace on one side and an indoor BBQ on the opposing kitchen side. Lot's of good stuff built in the 50s, and even into the 60s, for sure, as well as some good, open designs. Then the 70s came along.

Yeah, even 'poorly built' homes of WWII and before were built with much better materials, and generally better designs (real eaves, for example, you know, the keep the rain off and stuff). Generally where the older homes fall short (aside from wiring/plumbing) is the foundation; a lot of crappy old concrete work. The quality of wood that went into those homes just doesn't exist anymore.

From the same source as Edwards affair, apparently Palin was fucking another man. thems family values I'd appreciate it if you'd let me know before you spray about my personal business to these ass clowns.

Obama's actual response was to call McCain and ask for the two to release a joint statement on the financial crisis. A real stand up manuever. McCain then released a non-joint statement suggesting that the debate be delayed and that he was suspending his campaign; a real shitbag manuever. I suspect that McCain's campaign is imploding, and he's just looking for some time to catch his breath in the ropes. Well, real presidents don't get that luxury in times of crisis, so let's see whatcha got, John. You used to be able to take it, but your don't seem to be that guy anymore.

No, he's not. He's weaseling out. He's one of 100 senators who can work to fix the economy. His presence in DC will not make much of a difference in the outcome. In contrast, he's one of only two presidential candidates that the American public must see debate as part of a sound voting decision. Suspending his campaign? Um...that's not his call. In any case, his campaign will go on, whether he's present or not, and if not, it will go on to his detriment...just like any match where there's a no-show. McCain is proving that when the shit hits the fan, he just doesn't have what it takes to keep all the balls in the air.

At this point, we'd all be advised to purchase a really high quality tent...with cash.

I love Obama's response (paraphrased). The ability to multitask during times of crisis is a requirement for a good president. Plus, the election, and thus the debate, is just as important for America's future as the current crisis. I.e., You got a date with da Obama on Friday, suckah! Face it, McCain's just trying to buy time for his PR folks to spin this, given his less than stellar record on financial regulation and, um, less than above board 'relationships' with certain companies and individuals. OBAMA.IN.A.LANDSLIDE.

Why 700 billion right now, even if it is (VERY ARGUABLY) a good idea? Wouldn't it be smarter to commit to this thing a few billion at a time and see if how its working, rather than buying the whole supertanker full of cocaine this week? Fuck me, does this admininstration ever think anything through? They're like Butters during one of his superhero fantasies, complete with the tin foil.

First time for everything. Do you realy think Bush will just walk away from this much power? Frankly, I think Bush has wanted to run screaming from this much power for years now. THe guy knows everything he's touched has turned to shite. He knows that 300 million Americans think he's a fucking moron. He knows that about 6 billion other non-Americans feel the exact same way. He knows he's the least popular president in history (I think...maybe one of you anal retentives can find a president who was even less popular...Lincoln durin the war, perhaps, but not by much). That has gotta make cutt'n' brush full time look awful 'ttractive.

Durability is going to be a major problem for a lot of newly built home owners, particularly because it looks as though people will hanging onto their homes longer than before, whether they like it or not. Standards for the visual quality of interiors is pretty high, but the materials are shit. As for exteriors: materials, workmanship, and appearance are all a joke. Last election I canvassed over on the east side, and I was pretty shocked at how shoddy even some of the pricier homes looked after only a few years. Add to this the lack of neighborhood walk-to businesses, terrible traffic flows, and an overall feeling of cultureless brain-death and, the enormous glut of cookie cutter spec homes, and I have a feeling that many suburbanites just aren't going to see their home values rise much ever again. Increasingly expensive energy means that party is over.

I need some help with the garden. It's a disaster.

Bele and Lokai, still at it.

American speling of same. But what would I know? I drive a Lesbaru.

Agreed. I bought the Reactors cheap to get into the game quick, but unloaded them pretty quickly once I tried Jens' Quarks, which I subsequently purchased and still think are the shit. The harder, more brittle, and 'bulgy' the ice, the more you'll appreciate the Quarks. I tried Alex's new cobra drytooling, and it was pretty groovy, too.

When I think of 'sporty', I think of Austin Martins and Alpha Romeos. When I think of 'sport utility', I think of a box spring on wheels with some packing crates bolted to it.

On the 'dole' or on the 'take'?

No, that's today's figures. The price of zinc has gone up, too.

Oh, I forgot. You've got 24 microseconds to respond to this challenge or you're a tutu-wearing pussy.

Don't bother. Your idea's as dumb as your voting record. Tell you what I will do, however, cuz, like, I'm actually a sane person who doesn't get off on the humiliation thing. Or tutus, for that matter. If McCain wins, I'll donate $20 to the non-profit of your choice. If Obama wins, you donate $20 to the non-profit of my choice. Can you guess which one?

Um...why do you have a tutu?

It costs 1.7 cents to produce a penny. Before the government passed a law that shut them down, there was a company in the midwest that was purchasing new pennies and mining them for the raw materials. We will certainly experience significant inflation; it's already begun. The bail out will greatly accelerate it. Time to expand the garden.

A few things about polls: * There are a lot of them, and they produce a broad range of results. The NYT publishes all the major national polls on its campaign site. * They fluctuate day by day a lot. * Some are a lot more scientific than others. * They tell me that Obama will win in a landslide, as does God.

"My trailer trash mother wanted to abort me, but she couldn't afford it, and I vote."