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Trailerville Commented on The LieberSham: Email to DiFi and BoXer by johnmccsf

2008-11-19T03:34:30Z

It just makes sense to keep Lieberman. Utilitarianism will kick retributivism's ass any day (for all the right reasons, of course). It is no simple task to pick up a senate seat these days, and why just give one away when there will be no purpose for it other than revenge?

It's not like other senators are going to do the same thing. Senators want to grab on to the coattails and try to get something done. Punishment would serve no purpose in this case. I wouldn't say I trust Lieberman, but that would be the same no matter which side he caucused with.

Trailerville Commented on AP: Ted Stevens Has Lost Re-Election by Eric Kleefeld

2008-11-19T02:36:13Z

EXCELLENT

Trailerville recommended The Pink Triangle: Where Gay Doesn't Equal Happy by Desidero

2008-11-14T11:59:46Z

Trailerville Commented on Quick Thoughts: Why Hillary at State Works by Desidero

2008-11-15T06:53:29Z

I agree that Hillary as SOS would work, but I don't think she even should be mentioned as a Supreme Court Justice. That would KILL the Supreme Court. A well-known politician should not be a justice in this day and age. It would politicize the hell out of the position and harm the judicial branch in the long-run more than Scalia and Thomas combined. Don't get me wrong, I think she would do a great job. I just think the politicizing would be a terrible terrible idea.

I know you never said she should be a justice, but you mentioned it, so I thought I would give a quick rant as if you did. I'm just frightened by the proposition. Taft may have worked back in the day (and there are probably a couple others), but it just wouldn't work now.

Trailerville Commented on Begich Pulls Ahead of Stevens In Alaska Vote Count by Eric Kleefeld

2008-11-13T04:45:18Z

I think Alaska just might do it. Good for them.

On the other side of the same coin, I'm going Green here in Louisiana's 2nd for the election on 12-6. We don't quite have a conviction yet, but we've got a pretty solid indictment and some money in a freezer (William Jefferson). I'm a bit nauseous that the soon-to-be felon made it through the primary against some decent contenders. I would vote Republican, but all I can find out about the guy is that he's "pro-family" (I'm assuming that means he's anti-choice, anti-gay, & a bit dense).

New Orleans could use some help, and it's not going to come from the money in the freezer guy. He's political poison and can't get anything done. Oh well, hopefully he gets kicked out

Trailerville Commented on Will Obama Support Lieberman Staying As Chair Of Homeland Security Committee? by Greg Sargent

2008-11-11T04:06:20Z

That's good stuff. For the 1st 2 sentences I was thinking there was a chance this was constructive criticism, but then the 3rd hit and... this video that someone posted here before was all that came to mind.

Trailerville Commented on Obama: My Election Demonstrates That "The Dream Of Our Founders Is Alive" by Greg Sargent

2008-11-05T06:34:52Z

Wow. Hopefully we can get past the point where being called or being associated with Muslims is treated like an insult.

In other news from the other side, I checked over at Redstate and they are actually being pretty good sports about everything.

Trailerville Commented on Obama: My Election Demonstrates That "The Dream Of Our Founders Is Alive" by Greg Sargent

2008-11-05T06:13:17Z

Agreed. That and Proposition 8 could be a bit of a damper on an otherwise fantastic night.

Trailerville Commented on Obama: My Election Demonstrates That "The Dream Of Our Founders Is Alive" by Greg Sargent

2008-11-05T06:07:49Z

47-43 Bachman lead with 76% reporting. It hasn't been called yet, but it's not looking too good.

Trailerville Commented on Obama: My Election Demonstrates That "The Dream Of Our Founders Is Alive" by Greg Sargent

2008-11-05T06:02:35Z

I'm kind of disappointed by one bit of news right now. Proposal 8 in Cal. is up by 6 points right now. Does anyone have any perspective on this? It's only 24% of precincts, but I'm thinking it's not looking good.

Why the hell do people want to put discrimination into their constitution?

Trailerville Commented on OBAMA WINS PRESIDENCY, NETWORKS SAY by Greg Sargent

2008-11-05T04:51:53Z

I'm not saying it makes up for it, and while I don't think the way he ran his campaign deserves respect, I think his speech deserves respect. It couldn't have been easy. We don't need to forgive everyone automatically for their past wrongs, but I think it's fair to give credit where it is due.

Trailerville Commented on OBAMA WINS PRESIDENCY, NETWORKS SAY by Greg Sargent

2008-11-05T04:44:09Z

You all may disagree, but: Thank you, Senator McCain. That's the McCain that I knew. I really think he's a decent guy deep down. As vile as the campaign has been, it's over and he has shown some humanity at the end.

Trailerville Commented on "Racists" And "Rednecks" Re-Elect Murtha by Eric Kleefeld

2008-11-05T04:00:12Z

We win! It's official!

Trailerville Commented on "Racists" And "Rednecks" Re-Elect Murtha by Eric Kleefeld

2008-11-05T03:59:25Z

Here we go...

Trailerville Commented on Christopher Shays, New England's Last House Republican, Goes Down by Eric Kleefeld

2008-11-05T03:31:32Z

That's VA BTW, meant to reply to amk.

Trailerville Commented on Christopher Shays, New England's Last House Republican, Goes Down by Eric Kleefeld

2008-11-05T03:30:52Z

I've been looking at CNN, I've got 51-49 Obama lead.
1,493,513 to 1,444,671

Trailerville Commented on Obama Snatches New Mexico, Networks Say by Greg Sargent

2008-11-05T03:09:14Z

This is going to sound strange, but I'm looking forward to the old McCain in his concession speech. I think he'll be gracious and go for some unity.

Trailerville Commented on Obama Snatches New Mexico, Networks Say by Greg Sargent

2008-11-05T03:01:33Z

BTW... I'm impressed with the TPM servers tonight. They've been holding up well.

Trailerville Commented on Obama Snatches New Mexico, Networks Say by Greg Sargent

2008-11-05T03:00:34Z

Iowa!!

Trailerville Commented on Obama Wins Ohio, Networks Say -- And Quite Likely, The Presidency by Greg Sargent

2008-11-05T02:35:03Z

HOLY SHIT!!!!

Trailerville Commented on McCain Wins Georgia, Networks Say by Greg Sargent

2008-11-05T02:07:49Z

Yes. He's got it. Closer than we thought, but it's gonna be blue.

Trailerville Commented on Obama Wins Pennsylvania, Networks Say by Greg Sargent

2008-11-05T01:24:35Z

I'm an intrade addict, and the news is looking alright there. Intrade has Obama- 67, McCain- 33.

Trailerville Commented on Dems Taking Comfort From Early Results In Bellwether County by Greg Sargent

2008-11-05T00:30:16Z

They haven't even called SC yet.

Trailerville Commented on Dems Taking Comfort From Early Results In Bellwether County by Greg Sargent

2008-11-05T00:27:33Z

You reminded me to record that tonight. Thank you!

Trailerville Commented on Get Ready! Here's How Your Info Will Come In by Eric Kleefeld

2008-11-05T00:19:28Z

Indiana Intrade:

Obama- 70
McCain- 38

Trailerville Commented on Dems Taking Comfort From Early Results In Bellwether County by Greg Sargent

2008-11-05T00:17:46Z

Yeah, WTF?

Trailerville Commented on Get Ready! Here's How Your Info Will Come In by Eric Kleefeld

2008-11-05T00:16:16Z

They are doing some messed up stuff on CNN. They are doing a Star Wars style hologram.

Trailerville Commented on Polls: Obama's Early-Vote Strategy Gives Him Initial Advantage In Key States by Eric Kleefeld

2008-11-04T23:55:27Z

Indiana Intrade prices:

Obama- 62
McCain- 45

Trailerville Commented on Get Ready! Here's How Your Info Will Come In by Eric Kleefeld

2008-11-04T23:27:50Z

I was having that problem, but it pulled up when I selected a state.