Category Archives: Politics
I’m a Little Glad
So, I’m really happy about the passage of H.R. 3962 last night. I know that there are parts that suck ass and that we’d all be better off with single payer. I’d actually LOVE a strong public option with an opt-out clause for states1. I’m glad for a lot of what’s in the bill and [...]
I Can’t Imagine
I just read the most horrifying and sad story that I’ve seen in a long time. A little 4 year-old boy, Angelo Mendoza, JR., was attacked by his father, who proceeded to eat the boy’s eyes. It’s a horrific tale and I was especially affected when I read little Angelo told the police “My daddy [...]
Also posted in I'm Pissy, Slap upside the head Tagged angelo mendoza, health care reform, I weep, idiocy, public health insurance Comments closed
I Almost Contributed to Chase’s Billion Dollar Profits
There was a segment on “The Daily Show” about bank’s raising their fees and profiting from overdraft fees. That reminded me of a story I have regarding my own bank, Chase. A couple of months ago, we borrowed $2,000 from a family member (to pay off some bills) and put the check in the bank. [...]
Also posted in I'm Pissy, P.S.A. Tagged Chase will hold your check, Check your bank policy, JP Morgan Chase tried to rip me off Comments closed
Criminals Out of Our Country
Apparently the fear mongers in the GOP are worried that the dangerous Guantanamo Bay prisoners are going to infect the United States and take us over from within. None of us are safe. RUN!! So, to prove that point the made this video, aptly named “Guantanamo Bay Terrorists: Coming to a Neighborhood Near You?”1: OMG! [...]
Wherein I Lose my Damned Mind