April 8, 2006 Archive

Politics

• John Kass: It’s a Wonderful, Liberal Life

  At least taxpayers know something about taxes: Every time taxes are raised, a liberal gets his wings.

  Opinion in Politics — by Nicholas Stix — on Apr 08, 2006

• First Look 2008: Concerning Libertarian Presidential Campaigns

  The Libertarian Party will almost certainly nominate a 2008 presidential candidate...this should go without saying, but in the LP's case it doesn't.

  Opinion in Politics — by Thomas L. Knapp — on Apr 08, 2006

• Satire: I’m Confused About...Democrats

  Questions and suggestions for Democrats to throw off the cloak of invisibility and start doing something. Anything.

  Satire in Politics — by Mark Schannon — on Apr 08, 2006

• Satire: Karl Rove and the Gospel of Judas

  There is no proof in any of the gospels that Judas knowingly broke any existing Roman laws.

  Satire in Politics — by Chancelucky — on Apr 08, 2006

Video

• DVD Review: 3rd Rock From The Sun, Season 3

  They gave us new insight to our everyday lives and made some of our complaints seem trivial -- lessons with the laughter.

  Review in Video — by Ruthie — on Apr 08, 2006

• Movie Review: Lucky Number Slevin

  Cooler than the other side of your pillow. Yeah! It’s that cool.

  Review in Video — by David Desjardins — on Apr 08, 2006

• Calista Flockhart Admits "Undereating" During Ally McBeal Days

  "I guess I just didn't find the time to eat."

  News in Video — by Eric Olsen — on Apr 08, 2006

• Movie Review: When Do We Eat?

  It’s no main course, but it’s a delightful appetizer that will keep you satisfied until the next big comedy rolls around.

  Review in Video — by Gordon S. Miller — on Apr 08, 2006

• Movie Review: Tsotsi

  Tsotsi is the second film this year to remind me of Dreyer's The Passion of Joan of Arc.

  Review in Video — by A. Horbal — on Apr 08, 2006

• Movie Review: Friends With Money

  Jennifer Aniston, Frances McDormand, Catherine Keener, and Joan Cusack make this movie worth seeing for fans of chick flicks.

  Review in Video — by Film Laureate — on Apr 08, 2006

• Movie Review: Slither

  James Gunn's goofy homage to '80s horror films mostly delivers the goods, with aliens, zombies, and...Air Supply?

  Review in Video — by Scott C. Smith — on Apr 08, 2006

• TV Review: American Idol - Down to Eight

  If anyone showed Godly spirit, without having to invoke God’s name a single time, it was Elliot Yamin.

  Review in Video — by Chancelucky — on Apr 08, 2006

• TV Review: At What Point do I Give Up on Lost?

  I love all the twists, secrets and manipulations . . . for now.

  Review in Video — by Craig Lyndall — on Apr 08, 2006

Music

• CD Review: Bent Fabric -- Jukebox

  Jukebox serves up some good dance tunes but is flawed by some long, uninspired songs.

  Review in Music — by Cameron Graham — on Apr 08, 2006

• CD Review: Calle 13

  Reggae, rap and salsa come together on this self titled debut release.

  Review in Music — by Connie Phillips — on Apr 08, 2006

• CD Review: Fishscale by Ghostface Killah

  Even without breaking new ground, it's one of the best albums of his career.

  Review in Music — by Sterfish — on Apr 08, 2006

• Concert Review: Coheed & Cambria w/Avenged Sevenfold and Head Automatica 4/7/06

  Three bands, three distinct styles, all rock.

  Review in Music — by Chris Beaumont — on Apr 08, 2006

• DVD Review: Teddy Pendergrass - Teddy! Live in '79

  Caballero Oscura says, "Fans of Pendergrass should purchase this release without hesitation, while newbies can also find much to admire."

  Review in Music — by Gordon S. Miller — on Apr 08, 2006

• CD Review: Danielle Howle - Thank You, Mark

  A cock-eyed worldview and a voice that drips with irony.

  Review in Music — by Jon Sobel — on Apr 08, 2006

Culture

• New MLK Assassination Exhibit Online

  The new site focuses on the sites, sounds, and sources of the investigation into Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.'s murder.

  News in Culture — by iAMrj — on Apr 08, 2006

• Harry Potter Author Rowling Takes On Hollywood's Ultra-Thinness Message

  "Thinness obsession" can cause untold harm to otherwise beautiful young girls.

  News in Culture — by Dawn Olsen — on Apr 08, 2006

• America Is Not Addicted To Oil

  Selfish insistence upon larger homes on more land puts our way of life at risk.

  Opinion in Culture — by JP — on Apr 08, 2006

Books

• Book Review: Yummy For Dogs: A Cookbook For Canines by Veronica Noechel

  If you love your dog, you will get this cookbook. It's easy to use and the author donates all profits to animal rescue.

  Review in Books — by Ruthie — on Apr 08, 2006

• Book Review: C# Cookbook, 2nd Edition by Jay Hilyard and Stephen Teilhet

  A great reference for new and intermediate programmers who don’t know where to start looking to find out what they need.

  Review in Books — by Nick Schweitzer — on Apr 08, 2006

• Books: Comfort Food For The Mind

  Anything any of us can draw comfort from is something to be treasured.

  Opinion in Books — by Richard Marcus — on Apr 08, 2006

• Book Review: Dressed For Death by Donna Leon

  The dead transvestite whore wore red heels and make-up. Perceptions are clouded in this mystery of death in Venice.

  Review in Books — by Howard Dratch — on Apr 08, 2006

• Book Review: The Myth of Market Share

  Why the customers you can buy aren't worth having.

  Review in Books — by Joshua Sharf — on Apr 08, 2006