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Race to the Bottom

John McCain’s former Chief of Staff, Mark Salter, has a column on AmericanSpeakOn.org titled “Double Standards” that is worth a read and merits a response, as I too, have been disappointed by the “race to the bottom” in our current political environment.

There appears to be a substantial difference between the protests (and lack of respect) [...]

Straight Talk Express is Permanently Derailed

I’ve said for the past 18 months or so that John McCain, American Hero who ran for President in 2000, is a very different man than the John McCain who ran for President in 2008. His nomination of Sarah Palin as VP candidate was the last straw for me to respect him as a “straight [...]

How useful are interactive Flash presentations when selling a product?

One of the most important things about the Internet is without a doubt the participation and interactivity it allows the user.  It is the main thing that differences the Worldwide web from newspapers, magazines, and other information sources.  That is why, when selling a product, the seller must always have multimedia in mind.  The more senses you make your [...]

Open Letter to Bill Kristol, Mary Matalin, Bill Bennett, et al

Over the years, I’ve been disappointed by your unabashed support as the Republican Party has shifted to the extreme right on social issues while losing any semblance of credibility on fiscal matters. And it’s been disheartening to hear intelligent Republicans such as you with unwavering defense of Bush’s administration despite the numerous failures. But it’s [...]

The importance of logos and marketing in the Chicago graphic design scene

There is a very common misconception when it comes to starting a business in the Chicago graphic design market.  Many small companies that start out don’t have professionally designed logos or an established marketing strategy until they get their initial clients and start spreading their brand around.  However, what most don’t realize is it’s much [...]

Reaction to Sarah Palin’s Resignation

I’ve been surprised and disappointed by many conservative pundits’ unabashed support as the Republican Party has shifted to the extreme right on social issues while losing any semblance of credibility on fiscal matters. It’s been disheartening to hear intelligent Republicans defending Bush’s administration, but it’s the ongoing support of Sarah Palin that is particularly puzzling. [...]

Tips on choosing a Chicago Web Design Company

If you are looking for a Chicago web design company, it is very important to have several key things in mind.  When you’re new to this world, many times you’ll get caught up in the sweet talk and great offers that are thrown at you from all directions.  However, it is always important to keep [...]

Michael Jackson Dead 2009

michael jackson dead 2009
TMZ is reporting that Michael Jackson has died after being hospitalized at UCLA Medical Center. He was taken to the hospital supposedly suffering from cardiac arrest and unconscious.
E! News spoke to Joe Jackson (father of Michael) and said, “He had a heart attack. He is not OK.” Nothing else is known about [...]

Another Republican Presidential Candidate Bites the Dust

I don’t typically wish bad things on anyone, but must admit I feel a degree of schadenfreude when political candidates, particularly ones who are visible bible-thumpers, have very public embarrassments as has recently happened with Nevada Senator John Ensign and South Carolina Governor Mark Sanford.

Sanford’s announcement today that he was having an affair with an [...]

US Open Live Coverage 2009

This year’s 2009 US Open Championship Golf Tournament is being held in Farmingdale, NY at the Bethpage State Park Golf Black Course. Last year’s Championship featured two long time friends facing off in an 18 hole playoff, however, both Tiger Woods and Rocco Mediate were still tied after the playoff.

This was one of the gutsiest [...]