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Producer Marc Shaiman on Prop 8 – the Musical (With Video!)
The musical itself is the brainchild of Marc Shaiman, the composer of the film and stage musical “Hairspray,” as well as some of the filthier songs in “South Park: Bigger, Longer & Uncut.” By Dave Itzkoff / December 4, 2008 … Continue reading
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Tagged California, Gay Marriage, Gay Movement, Homophobia, Political Satire, Proposition 8, Theater, Video
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McCain’s Latest Bogeyman : Respected Scholar Rashid Khalidi
The McCain campaign’s latest bogeyman, historian Rashid Khalidi.‘McCain’s and Palin’s attacks on Khalidi are frankly racist. ‘He is a distinguished scholar, and the only objectionable thing about him from a rightwing point of view is that he is a Palestinian.’By … Continue reading
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Tagged Campaign Tactics, McCain Campaign, Obama Smear Campaign, Palestine, Presidential Campaign, Video
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Hey John : You’re No Maverick. And We Can Prove it!
Who’s the Original Maverick? With this video from Robert Greenwald and Brave New Films, the saga of rustler John McCain — the faux maverick — and his skulduggery continues as we reexamine the Texas family that forged the Maverick brand. … Continue reading
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Tagged Fontaine Maverick, John McCain, Maury Maverick, Texas, Texas History, Video
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Bush’s Bailout Tanks; What Austin Thinks
Congress failed to pass the economic bailout plan today: the pundits are atwitter, the stock market has tanked, the politicos are pointing fingers, and the doomsday prophets are taking center stage. And George the Decider has added a final (one … Continue reading
Veterans For Peace Occupy the National Archives
Members of Veterans for Peace occupied the National Archives Building September 23, 2008. Standing on left, by pillar, is Doug Zachary, president of Austin VFP and contributor to The Rag Blog. Vets for Peace Call for Impeachment See Video below. … Continue reading
The Monday Movie: Does Capitalism Work?
The myth that capitalism works conveniently ignores reality. In this video, political scientist and activist Michael Parenti debunks this popular myth. Thanks to Diane Stirling-Stevens / The Rag Blog
Tina Fey as Sarah Palin on Saturday Night Live
‘Fey stood beside her good friend and fellow castmate Amy Poehler, whose Hillary Clinton has been one of the high points of recent “SNL” history’ By Maureen Ryan / September 14, 2008 See Video and transcript, below. As it used … Continue reading
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Tagged Actresses, Entertainers, Hillary, Humor, Parody, Politics, Presidential Campaign, Sarah Palin, Satire, Saturday Night Live, Television, Tina Fey, Video
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Is John McCain Really Just Sarah Palin’s Bitch?
From the creative mind of YouTuber LisaNova. Thanks to Diane Stirling-Stevens | The Rag Blog | Posted September 2, 2008
Singin’ on Sunday – Clapton and Baby Face
Eric Clapton & Babyface – Change the World Thanks to Diane Stirling-Stevens / The Rag Blog
Sen. John Cornyn, R-Texas : Big Bad Dawg (Video)
Sen. Corndog : All Hat and no Cattle Thanks to Telebob / The Rag Blog / Posted August 21, 2008
San Marcos : Dog Dies After Traffic Cop Ignores Owners’ Pleas
The law in San Marcos: Hays County Courthouse. Looks mighty pretty. Postcard courtesy of Phyllis C. Rummel. “Who’s dying? Relax,” Stephens said as his cruiser’s dashboard camera captured the interaction. “My dog,” Gonzalez said during the Aug. 5 traffic stop. … Continue reading
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Tagged Animal Abuse, Animal Cruelty, Austin Police, Dogs, Texas, Video
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