Promoted from comments h/t: Rubyduby

(CNN) The chairman of the Senate Foreign Relations Committee Joe Biden, D-Delaware, called President Bush's comments accusing Sen. Barack Obama and other Democrats of wanting to appease terrorists "bulls**t" and said if the president disagrees so strongly with the idea of talking to Iran then he needs to fire his secretaries of State and Defense, both of whom Biden said have pushed to sit down with the Iranians.

"This is bullshit. This is malarkey. This is outrageous. Outrageous for the president of the United States to go to a foreign country, sit in the Knesset... and make this kind of ridiculous statement," Biden said angrily in a brief interview just off the Senate floor.

"He's the guy who’s weakened us. He's the guy that’s increased the number of terrorists in the world. His policies have produced this vulnerability the United States has. His intelligence community pointed that out not me. The NIE has pointed that out and what are you talking about, is he going to fire Condi Rice? Condi Rice has talked about the need to sit down. So his first two appeasers are Rice and Gates. I hope he comes home and does something."

He quoted Gates saying Wednesday that we "need to figure out a way to develop some leverage and then sit down and talk with them."

Man I miss Biden on the campaign trail. He had the best one liners.

Posted by Juliana at 2:21 PM | Permalink | Comments (0)

What: Celebrate the 40th anniversary of THE GREAT SPECKLED BIRD. Atlanta's radical, freaky underground newspaper of the 60s and 70's. Photo and graphic exhibits of Bird covers and themes; music; speakers; jugglers; fire sculpture and more.
When: Saturday, May 24, 2008
Where: B Complex, 1272 Murphy Ave. SE, Atlanta.
Cost: $7 admission; food and drink at proletarian prices.
Time: Doors Open at 2:00. Speakers from 4 to 6 include Amy Goodman of Democracy Now! 5 pm: State Sen. Nan Orrock, and other former Bird staffers.
Live music beginning at 7, including Sparky & Rhonda Rucker and the ex-PAND Band.

More on the Bird: For 8+ years, The Bird provided a progressive alternative voice to existing Atlanta media, supporting civil rights, free speech, draft resistance, women’s and gay liberation, youth culture and the struggles of workers, Afro-Americans, students and antiwar GIs.

It was an unwavering foe of the Vietnam war, US militarism, and repressive mainstream culture. Its pages also provided space for local artists, photographers, cartoonists and poets, local theatre and concert reviews, and interviews with Georgia musicians like the Allman Brothers and the Hampton Grease Band.

Posted by Juliana at 11:31 AM | Permalink | Comments (0)

AJC story:

Here's an idea, how about the people who ride MARTA get to decide if guns should be allowed on MARTA.

Screw that, all aboard the crazy train.

Posted by Stefan at 4:12 PM | Permalink | Comments (6)

Here's the AJC story, where the helpful spokesman from GeorgiaCarry.org, says you can carry a loaded shotgun into Piedmont Park.

The entire point of this law is so someone can go up to a police officer and say, that guy pulled a gun on me, and the officer can do something about it based simply upon the person having a gun without having to prove the gun was pointed at the other or that the armed person intended to create a feeling of fear or apprehension or desired money or an item of value. It's just there to make us safer.

Beware pigeons, it's on.

Posted by Stefan at 2:37 PM | Permalink | Comments (0)

Tells truth about Saxby

Today the Macon Telegraph features an Op-Ed column from Scott Holcomb and Jeff Schoenberg that shows where Senator Saxby Chambliss' values really fall. Scott and Jeff point out the hypocrisy of Senator Chambliss' claims of "supporting the troops" while taking political cover regarding current legislation regarding the GI Bill. The whole thing is worth the read. Here's an excerpt:

We know politicians play politics. But we must call them out when they cut at the heart of who we are as a people. The way we treat our veterans reflects on the character of our nation. The veterans of Iraq and Afghanistan are a tiny sliver of our population. They have borne disproportionate burdens on behalf of all of us. They are returning with scars, both physical and emotional, they will carry for the remainder of their lives. It is simply wrong to act as if you are doing them justice when, like Chambliss, you are looking the other way.

Thank you Scott & Jeff. Nicely done.

Posted by Catherine at 11:12 AM | Permalink | Comments (0)

...but there's a runoff in the HD93 special election.

here are the results (with 95% of the precincts reporting)

Dawkins-Haigler - 164
Douglas - 99
Odenigbo - 92
Sendelbach - 72
Waites - 96

Total Votes - 523

still give money and volunteer for Dee.

talk about every vote counting...

Posted by Bernita at 11:03 PM | Permalink | Comments (2)

My apologies to Dee Haigler running TODAY! Special Election in HD 93...

Haigler is an ordained minister in the African Methodist Episcopal Church and an advocate for youth. She is a former secretary, vice chair, and chair of the South Carolina Juvenile Parole Board, appointed by then-Governor Jim Hodges, and is currently serving a second term as the PTSA President at Martin Luther King Jr. High School in Dekalb County.

Anyone have any news?

Oy, my bad. I love you Dee.. sorry

Ok everyone pay attention to this race now.. forget those other silly people running out of state.

Posted by Juliana at 3:25 PM | Permalink | Comments (4)

No. Really. See, sometimes racism isn't funny.

The AJC reports that Mulligan's Bar is selling T-Shirts with "Obama '08" and a cartoon drawing of a monkey above his name.

UPDATE: Curious George publisher may sue over T-shirt

Posted by Stefan at 10:32 AM | Permalink | Comments (51)

Ok folks, here we go again.

My "race to watch" is MS-01. All the scoop here, here and here. I love that the broke and embezzled RCCC had to spend serious coin in this race. Love it!

Chelsea heads to PR to campaign, yeah I know you all wanted that gig!

West Virginia Predictions?
Delegates at stake =28
West Va blogger link here

Kentucky Predictions?
Delegates at stake =51
KY Blogger link here and here.

Here is your funny for the day: Things that are younger than McCain.

Posted by Juliana at 8:42 AM | Permalink | Comments (27)

My favorite Congressman John Lewis will officially kick off his campaign for re-election on Monday May 12, from 4:00-7:00pm at his campaign HQ at 471 Nelson Street SW, 30313 (near Paschal's on Northside Drive).

As you've probably heard, he has two challengers this year, and rude ones at that. Democrats do not typically make a habit of pushing aside our senior members, and I see no reason to start now.

Please drop by after work on Monday the 12th (before heading over to the Future is Blue), to show this great man some love and support. He's always there for us when we call, now it's our turn.

For more info, contact Ben Spears at: 404-525-2574 or visit www.johnlewisforcongress.com.

Posted by Mel at 12:12 AM | Permalink | Comments (4)

Please join the Young Democrats of Atlanta tonight for The Future is Blue!

On Monday May 12, Young Democrats of Atlanta will host their third annual Future is Blue fundraiser at Carolyn's Gourmet Cafe in Midtown. This single event helps fund the activities and programs of this hard working group throughout the year. You don't have to be a Young Democrat to attend or to contribute!

The theme for this year's event is Passing the Torch: Connecting the Young Democrats of 1968 to the Young Democrats of 2008.

Forty years have passed since the events of 1968 reshaped our nation. Young Democrats of Atlanta is deeply honored to host Democratic leaders who will lead a night of remembrance and storytelling.

Speakers will recount their 1968 experiences related to Vietnam, the Democratic National Convention in Chicago, the lives and deaths of Martin Luther King, Jr. and Bobby Kennedy and more.

Minimum $25 donation to attend
$25 more to join YDAtlanta

The Future is Blue
Monday May 12 from 7 pm to 11pm
Carolyn's Gourmet Cafe
1151 W. Peachtree Street
Atlanta, GA 30309

Tickets may be purchased at the door. To purchase tickets online or to make a contribution to the event, go to:
www.atlantayoungdems.org

For more information, contact Mijha Butcher at president@atlantayoungdems.org

Continue reading "The Future is Blue" »

Posted by Mel at 12:02 AM | Permalink | Comments (1)

I've been invited to make a presentation on political branding to the East Cobb Democratic Alliance this Thursday. This is the 5th session in their ongoing political training series, and is geared toward candidates, staff and volunteers who want to get their graphics on, or at least know what not to do. The program begins at 7:00pm, but they usually gather at 6:00pm for a dutch treat dinner. Otherwise, it's free and open to the public. Please join us.

For more info, email juliana[at]illari.net.

What: Political Branding Tutorial
When: Thursday, May 15, 2008 from 7:00pm - 9:00pm
Where: Spaghetti Warehouse
2475 Delk Road
Marietta, GA
MAP

Posted by Mel at 11:41 PM | Permalink | Comments (0)

Tune in NOW!

Join us for our weekly political discussion! Tonight we have a special Mother's Day Edition of Kudzu Vine. Tune in for a chat with Regina Thomas and Donzella James, both running for US Congress in Georgia. Other surprises in store, as well.

Tune into Kudzu Vine!

Posted by Catherine at 7:00 PM | Permalink | Comments (0)

The Sweet Auburn Festival, otherwise known as the National 3 point U-Turn Society (NOTE: If you are considering buying a car to go cruising, neither the Hummer H2 nor any car with 24" rims can make a U-Turn on a standard street, this will cause you to have to go around the block thus defeating the entire point of cruising) seems to be featuring these hanging from the bottoms of cars (for the metaphorically challenged):

View image

I can't believe I missed out on this craze. Guess I will just skip ahead to buying this.

Continue reading "Went to the Sweet Auburn Festival, and all I got was a ball sac for my car." »

Posted by Stefan at 1:19 AM | Permalink | Comments (4)

Sort of a last minute thing, we ventured out on Saturday night to see Jon Stewart at the Cobb Energy Performing Arts Center. The venue is beautifully design with great acoustics and sound system. It's large enough to draw acts like Jon Stewart, but small enough to feel intimate. I love the place, even if it is in Cobb County.

Stewart, as you would expect, was hysterical. My favorite line from the night:

"People in this country fall into one of two categories: busy or crazy. Because busy is too damn busy, crazy runs the show."

Here are a few phone pics.

Continue reading "Jon Stewart in Cobb County" »

Posted by Mel at 12:50 AM | Permalink | Comments (1)

This is obviously a sign of the coming apocalypse.

So, how did you spend your stimulus check?

What does McCain's logo say about him?

I'm pretty sure I met this guy at DragonCon

The perfect gift for your graduating senior: a clean carbon slate.

Posted by Paula at 9:17 AM | Permalink | Comments (32)