Day: August 21, 2012
Idaho Republican lawmaker wonders if women really know what rape is
Remember now…there’s absolutely NO war on women being waged by Republicans… Take, for instance, Idaho Republican Chuck Winder. Winder is the sponsor of that state’s “Double Ultrasound Bill,” which would require women to have an ultrasound before they can access any abortion services. These ultrasounds would be offered “free of…
Paul Ryan: Pittsburgh Steelers fan!
I know Republican VP candidate Paul Ryan is shamlessly pandering for votes, but no self-respecting fan of the Green Bay Packers would be caught dead waving a Pittsburgh Steelers “Terrible Towel.”
A note on spam postings
It’s come to my attention that many of you have had problems with posts being “too short” or “a bit spammy.” After a bit of tinkering with the blog’s spam filters, I think I’ve identified and corrected the problem. However, if any of you continue to have problems, please shoot…
Democrats John Pokrandt and Chris Rockwood to kick off general election campaigns on 8/28
John Pokrandt and Chris Rockwood have attended many events here in Waukesha County over the past several months, and I’ve gotten to know them pretty well. Both Pokrandt and Rockwood are sincere and committed to their communities. They’re also fiscally smart and incredibly resourceful, which is why they have pooled…
Todd Akin and Paul Ryan: on the same side when it comes to redefining rape
By now you’ve no doubt heard about the incredibly stupid comments made by Republican Rep. (and U.S. Senate candidate) Todd Akin of Missouri, who said during a television appearance that “legitimate rape” rarely produces pregnancy because “the female body has ways to try to shut that whole thing down.” In…
Kenosha envelope company to close, cutting 103 jobs
According to a report from the Milwaukee Journal Sentinel, Cenveo Inc. will close its envelope plant in Kenosha by October 19, resulting in the permanent loss of 103 jobs. “The closure of this facility will be permanent, and the entire manufacturing plant will be closed,” the company said in a…
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