Jailed protesters released
"Brian Crum allegedly punched a police horse twice." Why would anyone punch a horse? I am sure this kid will claim it was either "self defense" or that it was not a "punch." I am surprised these were local people, and not out of towners. I would not have thought that locals were ballsy enough to take that kind of a stand, no matter how foolish it may have been.
Tuesday, October 08, 2002
Two cops admit guilt in abduction
Why has this case not received the attention of protesters more? These two officers should get some jail time. Not much jail time, just a matter of 10 days or so. The "victim" in this case is a criminal himself. His rights were violated, but I personally will not shed a tear for his "trouble."
Why has this case not received the attention of protesters more? These two officers should get some jail time. Not much jail time, just a matter of 10 days or so. The "victim" in this case is a criminal himself. His rights were violated, but I personally will not shed a tear for his "trouble."
Monday, October 07, 2002
Protesters Arrested After Trying To Block Bush Guests From Leaving
Were these professional protestors or locals?
This article reports about 1,000 protestors, while WKRC indicates there were "thousands." If you count the pro-Bush supports there may have been "thousands," but otherwise I doubt it.
Were these professional protestors or locals?
This article reports about 1,000 protestors, while WKRC indicates there were "thousands." If you count the pro-Bush supports there may have been "thousands," but otherwise I doubt it.
Bush's Speech
In front of Republican homer crowd, Bush gave a rehash of his UN speech. There was nothing substantially new that he stated. This speech just ends up being a political push to get Congress to give him a blank check for war. This speech did not have to be done in Cincinnati, but it did not hurt the city's image, which could use all good PR it can get. Bush instead could have given this speech back at the White House, saving a few bucks. Bush did make a wise choice by calling for a UN resolution. He maintained his cover to allow him to prepare for war, without provoking inflamed international outcry. Bush made a good case for the World to confront Saddam, and take efforts to force him to comply with the UN resolutions. Bush did not make a compelling case as to why military action is the only route. He also still confused the issue with his notion that we cannot wait to take action. Is it waiting for him to take the UN route, will building up forces, while attacking early next year? That is the where the spin and the political propaganda was hollow. He did not change my mind, and anyone who pays attention would understand that nothing new was said tonight. If minds are changed tonight it much be based on ignorance or a follow the leader psychosis.
In front of Republican homer crowd, Bush gave a rehash of his UN speech. There was nothing substantially new that he stated. This speech just ends up being a political push to get Congress to give him a blank check for war. This speech did not have to be done in Cincinnati, but it did not hurt the city's image, which could use all good PR it can get. Bush instead could have given this speech back at the White House, saving a few bucks. Bush did make a wise choice by calling for a UN resolution. He maintained his cover to allow him to prepare for war, without provoking inflamed international outcry. Bush made a good case for the World to confront Saddam, and take efforts to force him to comply with the UN resolutions. Bush did not make a compelling case as to why military action is the only route. He also still confused the issue with his notion that we cannot wait to take action. Is it waiting for him to take the UN route, will building up forces, while attacking early next year? That is the where the spin and the political propaganda was hollow. He did not change my mind, and anyone who pays attention would understand that nothing new was said tonight. If minds are changed tonight it much be based on ignorance or a follow the leader psychosis.
Kudos to FOX 19 for having a half hour pre-speech news program. They had some technical problems with their outdoors reporter, but other than that it was nice to see them putting out their news over a sitcom rerun. They had little choice. The baseball playoff game will preempt their regular 10 PM news broadcast. They are going to air news on cable instead, but they will still lose their normal audience.
Cincinnati Post Editorial: "Welcome, Mr. President"
Nice balance of support and criticism. I agree with the Post’s position. I don't oppose war, but I want Bush to listen to others beyond his conservative base. Listen to those who want to exhaust action in the UN. Make a big push there. If you fail, you then can still go solo. You might still bring along quite a few more countries if you go that route. I hope Bush does not just beat the war drums. I hope he keeps open the door to diplomacy. I also hope he does not lie and come right out and say he has not "made up his mind" about war. That is as much of a lie as "I did not have sexual relations with that woman..."
Nice balance of support and criticism. I agree with the Post’s position. I don't oppose war, but I want Bush to listen to others beyond his conservative base. Listen to those who want to exhaust action in the UN. Make a big push there. If you fail, you then can still go solo. You might still bring along quite a few more countries if you go that route. I hope Bush does not just beat the war drums. I hope he keeps open the door to diplomacy. I also hope he does not lie and come right out and say he has not "made up his mind" about war. That is as much of a lie as "I did not have sexual relations with that woman..."
Tristate prepares for Bush speech"All four local TV stations were planning live coverage of the speech. Also covering live are MSNBC, Fox, Fox News and CNN." CSPAN also will have coverage.
I am also not surprised that Todd Portune was left off the guest list. I would guess many of city council were also left off. One rumor reported was that Rev. Damon Lynch II was invited via the Urban League. I have no confirmation of that, but this article supports the possiblity of it by indicating that the Urban League did receive an allotment of tickects.
UPDATE: I think the Damon Lynch rumor is far fetched, as most rumors end up being.
I am also not surprised that Todd Portune was left off the guest list. I would guess many of city council were also left off. One rumor reported was that Rev. Damon Lynch II was invited via the Urban League. I have no confirmation of that, but this article supports the possiblity of it by indicating that the Urban League did receive an allotment of tickects.
UPDATE: I think the Damon Lynch rumor is far fetched, as most rumors end up being.
Sunday, October 06, 2002
WCPO-TV, WCPO.com To Broadcast Bush Speech Live
WLWT will also be showing the speech live. WKRC and WXIX had no information on their websites about carrying the speech live. I am still perplexed as to why Bush did not ask for air time. Why does he want the Networks to come for him. On this article it is obvious that FOXNews will cover the speech live. The Fox Network is what I would guess is undecided. There is a baseball game set on Monday at 8:20 PM. That time indicates that Fox plans on covering the speech or at least waiting until the speech ends to increase viewship. C-SPAN will also provide coverage.WCPO-TV, WCPO.com To Broadcast Bush Speech Live
WLWT will also be showing the speech live. WKRC and WXIX had no information on their websites about carrying the speech live. I am still perplexed as to why Bush did not ask for airtime from the networks. Why does he want the Networks to come for him? On this article it is obvious that FOXNews will cover the speech live. The Fox Network is what I would guess is undecided. There is a baseball game set on Monday at 8:20 PM. That time indicates that FOX plans on covering the speech or at least waiting until the speech ends to increase viewership. I cannot locate any international live coverage scheduled.
WLWT will also be showing the speech live. WKRC and WXIX had no information on their websites about carrying the speech live. I am still perplexed as to why Bush did not ask for air time. Why does he want the Networks to come for him. On this article it is obvious that FOXNews will cover the speech live. The Fox Network is what I would guess is undecided. There is a baseball game set on Monday at 8:20 PM. That time indicates that Fox plans on covering the speech or at least waiting until the speech ends to increase viewship. C-SPAN will also provide coverage.WCPO-TV, WCPO.com To Broadcast Bush Speech Live
WLWT will also be showing the speech live. WKRC and WXIX had no information on their websites about carrying the speech live. I am still perplexed as to why Bush did not ask for airtime from the networks. Why does he want the Networks to come for him? On this article it is obvious that FOXNews will cover the speech live. The Fox Network is what I would guess is undecided. There is a baseball game set on Monday at 8:20 PM. That time indicates that FOX plans on covering the speech or at least waiting until the speech ends to increase viewership. I cannot locate any international live coverage scheduled.
Dan Lewis has a campaign going to Free Akili! I don't know if anyone cares who the quarterback for the Bungals really is. Most think the lack of a GM and the coaching staff are the real problem. The score right now is Indy 7 Bungals 0 at the end of 1st quarter so I guess Kinta is not out of it yet.
Dan also has a sports blog at www.dlewis.net.
Dan also has a sports blog at www.dlewis.net.
BRONSON: A list of lesser gods we can control
Bronson's column is a humorous attempt at a passive aggressive form of religious bigotry. He slanders pagans. He props up his "god" with his pious ire. Bronson’s diatribe is just a veiled attack on independent thought and a secular way of life. Peter prefers a theocratic form of government. Now to be fair, he wants one were every Christian can worship the same god in any "reasonable" form they wish, but no other religion will be guaranteed. He will tolerate the Jews and some Muslims, but that is about it. I would surmise Bronson considers Atheists to be "godless communists" as well, not even American citizens. I sound like a broken record when I have to constantly point out the religious bigotry Bronson regularly professes, but I cannot let his crusade go unchecked. I have to laugh most though that he had to put in quotes the phrase - right-wing fundamentalist Christians. He can disagree with the claims put at the feet of the that group, but he cannot claim that group does not exist and is not best described with those words. I would bet he shares most of the ideas and beliefs with others who are not so quick to distance themselves with that description. He should not be so timid to embrace his ideological brethren. Wear your badge of bigotry proudly Mr. Bronson. If you can’t do anything else, then at least be honest about where you stand. The fence between right-wing nuts and paleo-conservatives is a very weak fence. It can’t stand your weight very much longer.
Bronson's column is a humorous attempt at a passive aggressive form of religious bigotry. He slanders pagans. He props up his "god" with his pious ire. Bronson’s diatribe is just a veiled attack on independent thought and a secular way of life. Peter prefers a theocratic form of government. Now to be fair, he wants one were every Christian can worship the same god in any "reasonable" form they wish, but no other religion will be guaranteed. He will tolerate the Jews and some Muslims, but that is about it. I would surmise Bronson considers Atheists to be "godless communists" as well, not even American citizens. I sound like a broken record when I have to constantly point out the religious bigotry Bronson regularly professes, but I cannot let his crusade go unchecked. I have to laugh most though that he had to put in quotes the phrase - right-wing fundamentalist Christians. He can disagree with the claims put at the feet of the that group, but he cannot claim that group does not exist and is not best described with those words. I would bet he shares most of the ideas and beliefs with others who are not so quick to distance themselves with that description. He should not be so timid to embrace his ideological brethren. Wear your badge of bigotry proudly Mr. Bronson. If you can’t do anything else, then at least be honest about where you stand. The fence between right-wing nuts and paleo-conservatives is a very weak fence. It can’t stand your weight very much longer.
Miami 31, Cincinnati 26
More evidence of local media bias against Miami, Or just hometown spinning? The web headline for the news article was "Miami 31, Cincinnati 26" with the subheadline of "Victory Bell remains in Oxford" In my print copy of the Enquirer the headline of the same article read "Redhawk trickery topples Bearcats" with the subheadline of "Score on fake field goal swings victory to Miami." I do not mind different headlines for print vs. Internet versions of the article, but the use of "trickery" in the headline sounds like something like the GOP was screaming about the NJ Supreme Court's ruling on the NJ Senate race. I think a better word could have been chosen if they were not trying to imply Miami got an "illegitimate" or “cheap” win. I checked the thesaurus for a better synonym and here were my choices: cheat, chicane, chicanery, double-dealing, fourberie, fraud, hanky-panky, highbinding, and sharp practice. I can only conclude that the headline writer did mean to imply that Miami’s win was either "illegitimate" or “cheap” or even both. I have made comments in the past that there has been a press bias in the Cincinnati media market, but I generally thought of it more as a business choice, like the Post’s reduction in coverage. I will have to rethink my ideas. My friendly jabs at local media outlets about the alleged anti-Miami bias may not continue to be so friendly.
More evidence of local media bias against Miami, Or just hometown spinning? The web headline for the news article was "Miami 31, Cincinnati 26" with the subheadline of "Victory Bell remains in Oxford" In my print copy of the Enquirer the headline of the same article read "Redhawk trickery topples Bearcats" with the subheadline of "Score on fake field goal swings victory to Miami." I do not mind different headlines for print vs. Internet versions of the article, but the use of "trickery" in the headline sounds like something like the GOP was screaming about the NJ Supreme Court's ruling on the NJ Senate race. I think a better word could have been chosen if they were not trying to imply Miami got an "illegitimate" or “cheap” win. I checked the thesaurus for a better synonym and here were my choices: cheat, chicane, chicanery, double-dealing, fourberie, fraud, hanky-panky, highbinding, and sharp practice. I can only conclude that the headline writer did mean to imply that Miami’s win was either "illegitimate" or “cheap” or even both. I have made comments in the past that there has been a press bias in the Cincinnati media market, but I generally thought of it more as a business choice, like the Post’s reduction in coverage. I will have to rethink my ideas. My friendly jabs at local media outlets about the alleged anti-Miami bias may not continue to be so friendly.
There's no mistaking Taft, Hagan
Mary McCarty of the Dayton Daily News provides an interesting comparison of the personalities of the candidates for governor. They appear to be polar opposites. One is the life of the party, while the other is a wallflower. If you are voting based on personality, I don't think you would like either person in the end. I implore you not to vote based on personality of the candidates, however in the case of Steve Chabot I am willing to make an exception. Who really wants to elect a dead fish?
Mary McCarty of the Dayton Daily News provides an interesting comparison of the personalities of the candidates for governor. They appear to be polar opposites. One is the life of the party, while the other is a wallflower. If you are voting based on personality, I don't think you would like either person in the end. I implore you not to vote based on personality of the candidates, however in the case of Steve Chabot I am willing to make an exception. Who really wants to elect a dead fish?
President is among fans here
Analysis on why Bush is visiting Ohio for his Monday speech. Not much beyond the conventional wisdom.
Analysis on why Bush is visiting Ohio for his Monday speech. Not much beyond the conventional wisdom.
Saturday, October 05, 2002
Changes in jury process proposed
I find it to be a racist viewpoint to think more people of a certain race should be on juries. It does not matter what race a person is to be on a jury. This viewpoint appeases those who think black people should only judge a black person, which is an appeasement to racists. The solution is to get more blacks to register to vote. Why do far fewer blacks register to vote? That is solution more blacks should be considering.
What unfortunately is an additional question that is not answered: how much of this disparity is caused by those who think past felony conviction preclude someone from voting? I will look for a response needing a translator and CIA decoder to understand.
I find it to be a racist viewpoint to think more people of a certain race should be on juries. It does not matter what race a person is to be on a jury. This viewpoint appeases those who think black people should only judge a black person, which is an appeasement to racists. The solution is to get more blacks to register to vote. Why do far fewer blacks register to vote? That is solution more blacks should be considering.
What unfortunately is an additional question that is not answered: how much of this disparity is caused by those who think past felony conviction preclude someone from voting? I will look for a response needing a translator and CIA decoder to understand.
Daily Telegraph: "The war against Iraq has already begun"
I still wonder if this buildup is still much to strong for what Bush will be saying.
I still wonder if this buildup is still much to strong for what Bush will be saying.
The President will deliver the 20-minute address in Cincinnati, Ohio, a Midwestern venue that appears to have been chosen to show that he is preparing the American heartland for the likelihood of war. His aides are comparing its importance with his televised remarks immediately after the September 11 attacks.This might just be the slightly more tabloid attitude of the British Press adding a sense of importance to the story, but if Bush's aids are actually comparing this to his Congressional address after 9/11 last year, I would surmise Bush will be close to calling Hussein out. I actually now wish I could go to this event, but I know my opinions as well as my meager bank account will keep me out. Cincinnati should be hopping with many visitors on Monday. I would even guess this might make the local economy grow a bit. Hell, the press has to eat someplace. I hereby volunteer to be interviewed by all international media in attendance. I do not want a local blood lust filled Republican to be the example of Cincinnati to the world, and I certainly do not want a boycotter to lie and speak ill of Cincinnati. I therefore am the most objective source. (Please read a healthy level of sarcasm in the last few sentences.)
Anti-war protesters to greet Bush
My question has been answered. Protestors have organized quickly. I don't know if the CJC will make a big showing, which means they get about 25 people compared to the usual dozen or so.
This also reports on the number of pople who are supposed to be invited to attend the speech. The number now appears to be 700 as opposed to 500. The local chamber of commerce is organizing the event. That still means that mostly republicans will be in attenance and everyone there will be supporting the war on Iraq. A dog and pony show could not be a more precice description of this event. It is being played up as an important speech, but think it will just be the same stump speech Bush has been giving or his subordinates have been giving for weeks now. It will just be his way of trying to get out of the Washington loop and try and rally his base that are not overly infavor of this endevour. If he says anything newsworth I will be shocked.
My question has been answered. Protestors have organized quickly. I don't know if the CJC will make a big showing, which means they get about 25 people compared to the usual dozen or so.
This also reports on the number of pople who are supposed to be invited to attend the speech. The number now appears to be 700 as opposed to 500. The local chamber of commerce is organizing the event. That still means that mostly republicans will be in attenance and everyone there will be supporting the war on Iraq. A dog and pony show could not be a more precice description of this event. It is being played up as an important speech, but think it will just be the same stump speech Bush has been giving or his subordinates have been giving for weeks now. It will just be his way of trying to get out of the Washington loop and try and rally his base that are not overly infavor of this endevour. If he says anything newsworth I will be shocked.
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