Michele Bachmann Invokes Hometown Boy John Wayne, But It’s John Wayne Gacy Who’s From Waterloo

“Well what I want them to know is just like, John Wayne was from Waterloo, Iowa. That’s the kind of spirit that I have, too.”

John Wayne, the actor, was from Winterset, Iowa…

Should Everyone Go To College?

by Stuart Shapiro

I realize this is an odd question to be asking after last week’s post. Still, David Leonhardt had a provocative piece on the subject yesterday.  He compares it to the debate on mandatory high school a century ago.

Ultimately, though, the case against mass education is no better than it was a century ago.

The evidence is overwhelming that college is a better investment for most graduates than in the past. A new study even shows that a bachelor’s degree pays off for jobs that don’t require one: secretaries, plumbers and cashiers. And, beyond money, education …

Former Illinois Governor Rod Blagojevich Convicted On 17 Of 20 Counts

No verdict could be reached on two counts, and on one count he was not guilty.

The charges against Blagojevich can be broken down into five alleged schemes: exchange of the U.S. Senate seat for personal gain; and fundraising shakedowns against a hospital CEO , the state tollway, a horseracing executive and a grant for Chicago Schools. Half the counts are wire fraud, which requires the government to prove Blagojevich wasn’t just talking, but took further actions by placing phone calls.…

Charlie Sheen Now Goddess-less

Natalie Kenly moved out last week…

Helen Thomas Wants Her White House Credentials Back

“Nothing can replace being there when you’re a reporter”…

Bristol Palin Says, “Run, Sarah, Run!”

“I think she would be awesome for our country”…

NY Archbishop Timothy Dolan: “To The Gay Community, I Love You Very Much”

“If anything I ever said or did would lead you to believe that I have anything less than love and respect for you, I apologize.”…

Hague Issues Arrest Warrants For Muammar Qaddafi And Son Seif al-Islam For War Crimes

Chief of intelligence, Abdullah Senussi included, charged with crimes against humanity murder, and persecution…

Only Three Republicans Are Actually Running For President

The others, explains John Avlon, have other agendas…

Ex-Giant David Tyree Would Trade His Super Bowl Ring To Stop Gay Marriage

David Tyree claims same-sex marriage will lead to “anarchy.”

“What I know will happen if this does come forth is this will be the beginning of our country sliding toward, it is a strong word, but anarchy,” Tyree said in the video. “The moment we have, if you trace back even to other cultures, other countries, that will be the moment where our society in itself loses its grip with what’s right.”

“It’s about what’s right,” Tyree added. “It’s about how can marriage be marriage for thousands of years and now all of the sudden, because a minority, an influential …

Jokes Republicans Don’t Want You To Hear

Reggie Brown was taken off the stage at the Republican Leadership Conference when his barbs were directed at Republicans. What the Republicans wouldn’t show you, Bill Maher did.

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