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Poll: Obama Vacation- Good Idea or Bad?

Thu Aug 18, 2011 10:56 PM EDT

Many people are discussing the hot topic of today (no, not the market, and not McDonalds either). Obama's pretty much annual trip to Martha's vineyard always gains some criticism, but this year it is generating more than ever.

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politics, obama, economy, washington, family, market, time, vacation, tank, potus

The Best Driver's Education Class in the World!!! (And I am in it!)

Tue Aug 16, 2011 9:51 PM EDT

"So because I got a lotta paperwork to do this morning, we're gonna flip on the TV and watch some Spongebob and chill, ok?" That right there is one part of the first sentence that the instructor said to my class in Driver's education, the supposedly single most boring week of a t …

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odd-news, drug, driving, stop, drunk, dui, class, driver, sign, cop

Upcoming Events for Newsvine Users

Mon Aug 15, 2011 9:49 PM EDT

Welcome to Camp Newsvine. For all of you who are new to this program, Camp Newsvine offers fun, productive activities that act as stepping stones to a successful and enjoyable career on this site.

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indonesia, election, politics, kenya, obama, george-bush, nike, lie, arrow, archery

Michele Bachmann is Here to Stay

Sun Aug 14, 2011 9:57 PM EDT

The realization is starting to set in. The depression as well.

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time, marriage, gay, politics, long, gop, candidate, view, vote, change

The Average Republican: Get the Government Out of My Life (But Regulate My Bedroom)

Sat Aug 13, 2011 5:23 PM EDT

Time to crash the Iowa party. It's pathetic, isn't it? At least it's provided me with more ammunition to publish on my column. It seems as if Rick Pawlenty (or whatever his name is) has somehow gotten himself into some trouble.

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Obama: Go On Vacation Already!

Seeded on Thu Aug 11, 2011 10:51 PM EDT (The Washington Post)

The chatter in political circles is that with the economy in turmoil, Obama shouldn’t go on vacation next week. That he should hang around Washington and toss out ideas and plans to put Americans back to work and get our hobbled economy back on track.

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Onion Prediction Comes True!

Wed Aug 10, 2011 9:16 PM EDT

In April 2009, The Onion reported that Mitt Romney had hatched a not-so-secret plan to systematically destroy every single religion except Mormonism.

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Poll: Is the Government to Blame for Another Recession?

Tue Aug 9, 2011 8:13 PM EDT

Fortunately for many citizens, the economy rebounded today and stocks rose sharply to cover the enormous losses from yesterday, caused by the S&P's downgrade of the American economy.

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Poll: Is Baseball Outdated?

Sun Aug 7, 2011 2:06 PM EDT

When I think of baseball, I think of yawning. When I see it on TV, I pass by. When I go to a game, I am more interested in the fans than the players, and you can forget about the game.

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SUNDAY TOP TEN: Top Ten Things to do While Listening to "Rehab" (suggestions for women only).

Sun Aug 7, 2011 8:00 AM EDT

Here we go!!! ~~~ 10. Dance down the middle of the freeway. 9. Party your brains out, duh. 8. This. 7. Car wash baby!!! 6. Watch Jay Leno. 5. Volunteer at a local preschool. 4. Run a marathon... you'll need the rehab afterward. 3. Parade through a city in a clown suit. 2.

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women, marriage, wedding, party, jay-leno, rehab, freeway, not-news, things, preschool

People Shocked as Female Golfer Sets World Record

Sat Aug 6, 2011 9:51 PM EDT

NORTH CAROLINA: First onlookers, then the general public were all shocked as an average female golfer set the world record today for the farthest ball hit by a woman. Playing at the most recognized course in North Carolina, NC Country Club, Susan Davis managed to tee the ball off …

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sports, golf, world, woman, shot, club, bad, record, female, drive

Education Beating up the Bible: Common Sense Prevails!!!

Fri Aug 5, 2011 10:14 PM EDT

I just read this awesome article. You know I love awesome articles. A Missouri high school has banned the book "Slaughterhouse 5" because of a resident in the town who complained that the book strayed from biblical morals.

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teenagers, book, education, banned, school, library, bible, nutjob, thumper, slaughterhouse-5

Opinion: Why I Voted Against the Debt Deal

Seeded on Thu Aug 4, 2011 9:56 PM EDT (The Washington Post)

The good news out of the debt debate is that Washington is now debating how much we can cut instead of how much we can spend. The American people deserve all the credit for forcing that change. Unfortunately, it’s still all talk in Washington.

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As Usual, Government Wants ME to Deal with Their Problems

Wed Aug 3, 2011 6:55 PM EDT

This debt deal doesn't really affect me in any sort of way immediately. Whatever your concerns may be, they are totally irrelevant to me.

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washington, politics, deficit, deal, government, debt, party, country, problem, politicians

GOP Recall Target: Those who make $250,000 are not wealthy.

Seeded on Mon Aug 1, 2011 9:37 PM EDT (The Washington Post)

An interesting development in the Wisconsin recall wars: GOP state senator Alberta Darling, one of the top targets of the Dems’ recall drive, told a radio show host that those who are making over $250,000 should not see higher taxes because they are “not wealthy.&rdq; …

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Opinion: The Tea Party is Damaging America

Seeded on Mon Aug 1, 2011 9:31 PM EDT (The Washington Post)

I suffer from Tea Party envy. There is little about the actual party I like and there are some members I abhor, but I am jealous of its sense of purpose, its determination and its bracing conviction that it is absolutely right.

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Meta Monday: LeafyDebater@newsvine.com

Mon Aug 1, 2011 2:52 PM EDT

I have thought up a new idea for Newsvine to try out that would make my life a lot easier and would make my column look a lot more professional. Currently, my account runs off of an external email. If you were to contact me, you'd find me under leafydebater@gmail.com.

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SUNDAY TOP TEN: Top Ten Things I Want to Say to the Government!!!

Sun Jul 31, 2011 9:52 PM EDT

Here we go! ~~~ 10. There's no such thing as "State's rights" anymore. No, there's Washington, Wall Street, and 50 b***es. 9. I've invented a new coin. It's worth absolutely nothing but it's still on par with a dollar bill. 8.

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politics, government, sarcasm, insult, capitol-congress, sunday-top-ten

Obama Nailed Our Problem... 2 Years Too Late

Sat Jul 30, 2011 8:00 AM EDT

Watching the nightly news often offers me a break from the hustle and bustle that Newsvine usually throws at me.

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washington, congress, election, politics, repeat, news, citizen, senator, obama, policy

We're Drug Testing Sixth Graders?!?!?!

Fri Jul 29, 2011 10:00 PM EDT

A school district in New Jersey has adopted a voluntary random drug testing program for their middle school.

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Poll: Are we heading into a double dip recession?

Fri Jul 29, 2011 6:25 PM EDT

I've been writing a lot on the economy lately, and I am not ready to stop.

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Satire: Breaking: FBI Investigates Prominent Members of Newsvine.com for Various Crimes

Thu Jul 28, 2011 9:28 PM EDT

The media world has erupted into chaos as reports have leaked today that several prominent members of Newsvine.com, a highly respected news and debate site, have been under FBI investigation for crimes from loitering and public nudity to terrorism and grand theft auto. Newly leak …

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Weird News Wednesday: The Unknown Prisoner

Wed Jul 27, 2011 10:40 AM EDT

No, this is not the title to a short story. A man in Utah went to jail for minor charges threw away any chance of release because he would not give his name to authorities. He was given a phone call, and did not use it. He is not letting anything slip.

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My Thoughts/Response on the Address to the Nation (+Overview and Poll)

Mon Jul 25, 2011 9:40 PM EDT

Here is my commentary on Obama's speech tonight:

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Fresh from a Weekend off, Politicians Return to Stalling

Mon Jul 25, 2011 4:48 PM EDT

WASHINGTON: Politicians returned from their small vacation from stalling today with refreshed minds, prepared to walk to their seats and begin even more stalling. "I'm preparing to walk up to the podium and share my recipe for chicken wings." Said one, who wished to remain anonym …

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Poll: Obama Vacation- Good Idea or Bad?
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The Best Driver's Education Class in the World!!! (And I am in it!)
"So because I got a lotta paperwork to do this morning, we're gonna flip on the TV and watch some Spongebob and chill, ok?" That right there is one part of the first sentence that the instructor said to my class in Driver's education, the supposedly single most boring week of a t …
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Comments & Feedback

Great comments!
— McSpocky

Ahh, then you and me see at the same level. I myself and a left-of center Independent, though I can occasionally lean further to the right or left depending on the issue being discussed.

Oh yes, and I am also busy debunking the constant barrage of lies directed at Obama from the angry right. It seems like so few have a valid, informed criticism of his policies.
— Bynary Fission

Hey, do you lean left or right politically? Also, can you please read my Ronald Reagan article and tell me your thoughts on it? I'm genuinely interested in reading your thoughts regarding what I have written.
— Bynary Fission