OMG, Stop Texting While Driving
If legislators won't take responsibility, drivers need to and stop texting while driving
My patience is wearing thin. Almost every time I'm behind the wheel these days, it seems I'm trailing a vehicle that meanders side to side in the lane and accelerates then slows, accelerates then slows, accelerates then ...
By Arnold Hamilton |
September 1, 2010
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Through the Looking Glass, Partly
Hoping against hope, that legislators make government a public, transparent process
Publicity stunt or principle? The question is apropos after two state representatives recently unveiled a 10-point plan aimed at overhauling Oklahoma's Byzantine legislative process that all-too-often seems devoid of transparency and integrity.
By Arnold Hamilton |
August 25, 2010
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Out of the Ozone
ODOT must pony up to develop a stronger transportation system across the city
Oklahoma's Department of Transportation (ODOT) held a public hearing at Tulsa's Central Library on Aug. 25 to discuss its long-range 2035 Plan. It comes at almost the same time as the Council's approval of PLANiTULSA (a hugely important vote for sensible planning, significant for its unanimity.
By Jamie Jamieson |
September 1, 2010
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Newsflash: Stalin Liberates Normandy
National D-Day memorial gives honor to the former Soviet empire leader
Call it another Twilight Zone moment; another ignominious contribution to the "you-can't-make-this-up" category. First, Mao Tse-tung was honored by oblivious New Yorkers, with their Empire State Building aglow in red and yellow last October to commemorate the birth of Red China.
By Dr. Paul Kengor |
August 25, 2010
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The Banksters Strike Again
Chase Bank and Obama's "Make Home Affordable" scam
It isn't surprising, what with the world falling apart and all, that the world scarcely noticed that I lost my job as an editor in April 2009. Why should it?
By Ted Rall |
September 1, 2010
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Different War, Same Situation
Nine years later, Afghan city is buzzing but still menacing
Nine years ago, when I was using this provincial Afghan capital as a base to cover the battle of Kunduz, Taloqan was a dangerous place with medieval charm. Donkey carts and horse-drawn carriages, their steeds decked out with red pom-poms, plied muddy ruts that passed as roads.
By Ted Rall |
August 25, 2010
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The Libertarian War on Free Speech
It's the economics, [redacted]
Two months ago, long-time White House correspondent Helen Thomas got fired by her employer, the Hearst newspaper conglomerate, in response to her off-the-cuff slam at Israel. I criticized the firing on free speech grounds.
By Ted Rall |
August 18, 2010
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Roll of the Dice
Hidden agenda might tilt toward favored individuals
Imagine: A philanthropist offers to give $100 to Person A only if the lucky recipient shares some portion of the gift with Person B. There's more. Person B is told that Person A will not be allowed to keep even a penny of the $100 if B does not agree with whatever share of the $100 is offered by A. Those are the facts.
By Tom Adelson |
March 17, 2010
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Government Spending Gone Amok
When spending gets tight for those in need, those with greater favor get more?
This year, the Oklahoma legislature will enact significant spending cuts in all areas of government, including public safety, transportation, education and healthcare. Doctors taking care of low-income Oklahomans will be paid less, and some might discontinue providing care, leaving many patients without access to care.
By Tom Adelson |
February 24, 2010
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Walking a Fine Line
Charity can be giving and taking in the same instance
This past Christmas, my 6-year-old son was given one of the most unique and thoughtful gifts of his young life. It was a gift certificate to Kiva.org.
By Eric Costanzo |
September 1, 2010
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How Big Is Your God?
Perspective can be a powerful tool in our lives
The objects in this mirror might seem closer than they appear. I think the majority of us probably have a way of making the small things seem huge.
By Matt Nelson |
August 25, 2010
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