July 10th I report back to Fort Bragg
Since March 10th, 2006 I've been on recruiter duty in California. Now I get to go back to Fort Bragg, North Carolina where I met my wife. She's happy that she gets to go back to her family. My family...
View ArticleDavid Plouffe Strategy Briefing
I'm sure most of you are on Barack Obama's email list (yes, that includes you Scarlett Johansson). If you're not, you need to go to his website and sign up.I have to admit, I just delete a lot of the...
View ArticleA Quick Update
A couple diaries ago I wrote that I'm PCSing (permanent change of station) back to Fort Bragg, NC with the 82nd Airborne.
View ArticleI'm giving the New Yorker a pass
Today when I first saw the headlines and saw the cover I had the same "WTF" reaction that most people had. But then...
View ArticleUPDATE #2: I'm Deploying
I recently gave an update on my PCS move to 82nd Airborne. I've learned that I am definitely deploying to Iraq "sometime around November."We're about to leave for dinner so this Diary will be short and...
View ArticleHi, guys. Not back yet.
I'm still at the Joint Readiness Training Center at Fort Polk, Louisiana. We're finishing up and getting ready to head back to Fort Bragg in the next few days.
View ArticleBOOKMARK this
I actually spoke with an army Captain who blogs on right-wing blogs, and expressed (polite) disagreement about Obama during a casual discussion.Before I begin, I want to make this clear since people...
View ArticleA discussion about POLLs
A recent CNN poll showed "no bounce" from the speech (after McCain's VP pick) but Gallup shows a six point lead. So I went to the Gallup website to look into how they conduct their polls.I'm...
View ArticleObama: HUGE bounce among Clinton supporters
According to Gallup:Obama Gains Among Former Clinton Supportersby Frank NewportPRINCETON, NJ -- The Democratic convention appears to have helped solidify support for Barack Obama among former Hillary...
View ArticleJohn McCain didn't get the memo (important update)
I am fricking pissed off to no end at the cheap, dirty tactics the McCain camp is using with these "rescued"... I mean STOLEN flags from the DNC. How dare you? How dare you reduce our flag- the one I...
View ArticleArmy Suicide Rate could TOP the Nation
This year, as CNN reports. It would be the firs time since Vietnam, a prolonged war that had its ranks filled with draftees. This is significant. Under normal conditions the US Army (and the military...
View ArticleONCE AGAIN: (on National Security) OBAMA WAS RIGHT!
Here's just a few of what Obama was right about off the top of my head. Feel free to add your own and I'll add them to the list.
View ArticleMcCAIN: IT'S OBAMA'S FAULT I SLIME
Across the scale John McCain has turned 'the Straight Talk Express' into a bad punchline. From persistent lies about Obama's tax proposals to falsely portraying Obama as a sexual deviant. From the...
View ArticleAddressing McCain on Veterans Issues
After watching the debate I have to speak up. I am a currently serving veteran of the Iraq war who is soon to go back. Senator McCain, with all due respect, you do NOT speak for me. And just as you do...
View ArticleThe Troops Donate more to Obama than McCain
I'm sorry if this is old news to some, but I just found out. And I'm pleasantly surprised, but not too surprised. In a previous diary, OBAMA and the Military I wrote that:I'm seeing a growing trend of...
View ArticleMcCain/Palin want Constitutional BAN on Abortion
It's on record. It's undeniable. Spread the word that they are lying when they say it's only about states' rights and strict interpretation of the Constitution. John McCain and Sarah Palin are both for...
View ArticleI'm changing my vote to John McClane
It pains me to make this very difficult decision. But my conscience won't let go any other way.
View ArticleJohn McCain is Destroying his Legacy
On such an epic level it's hard to wrap your mind around it. Think.... LONG TERM.
View ArticlePalin: More Misleading Smears? Yes, Please
So it turns out riling up the angry mob backfired on McCain. As I'm sure most of you have seen by now, he actually had to tell one of his ignorant supporters that Barack Obama isn't Arab. As if it even...
View ArticleWelcome McCain supporters!
OK, being the military-minded person that I made an account on John McCain's official campaign website. I frequently use McCain's site as well as Obama's to debate their official positions on policies....
View ArticlePalin Prank Call
From two notorious comedians in Canada, live, on the radio. How many clues did they have to give and she still didn't catch on!
View ArticleObama Rally, My Deployment, and an Apology
Hello everyone. There's a few subjects mixed into one Diary, so bear with me. Edit: On the rec list? Thanks everybody for your show of support.
View ArticleMilitary women NOT charged for Rape Kits
I just got done reading and commenting on the diary making the (false) claim that the military charges for rape kits. Apparently it was debunked (title uncorrected), and quite frankly, I question the...
View ArticleDemocrats and the Military
For a while now I've noticed an ideological rift among Democrats, Liberals, or whatever label you prefer for the left side of the isle.The purpose of this diary is not to start a flame war. It's to...
View ArticleHello from Baghdad
Hi, everyone. I haven't written in a while so I thought I would check in. I've had a few interesting experiences and I've also gotten to know several local nationals. I'm afraid I'm going to have to be...
View ArticleHello from Baghdad: Questions Answered
In my last Dairy, Hello from Baghdad, I spoke briefly about how my deployment is going so far. Many of you had words of support and I greatly appreciate it. A few of you had questions so I figured I'd...
View ArticleIs There a God? Why I Believe
I fairly recently watched Bill Maher's movie 'Religiousless' and I loved it. Much to my surprise a fellow Soldier in my company also loved it, and he is a devout Christian. But he's also one of the...
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Breaking: What We Learned from Torture
The infamous al-Qaeda leader known as Khalid Sheikh Mohammed had been hiding in plain sight operating and planning terrorist attacks under the alias "Ron Jeremy", a Whitehouse official announced under...
View ArticleTOP INTERROGATOR: Torture was Unnecessary
I was browsing through the news just now and I ran across this gem. Apparently they were already getting useful information before the torture began.
View Article"And in the Right Corner, Barack Hussein Obama!"
Do you all remember all of the hoopla about Obama being weak and "selling us out" when he smiled and shook hands with Hugo Chavez? And I'm sure you can all remember the chest beating that took place...
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"Tip of the Hat - Wag of the Finger"
Here is my tale of how President Obama and Democrats in Congress have directly improved my life.
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Colbert Visits GI's, Shaves Head! (update x2)
Stephen Colbert tapes his show from a combat zone ala Baghdad, Iraq.He even got his head buzzed in keeping with US Army regulation AR 670-1.CAMP VICTORY, Iraq -- Stephen Colbert left no doubt about his...
View ArticleI am Back from Iraq
Greetings, all.I haven't blogged in a while because I've been in Iraq and quite busy. I just wanted to drop a line saying I'm back and to check in with you guys.
View ArticleHealthcare: "Against The Will of the American People!"
This argument has always been an annoyance with me. The GOP pumps lies and fear into the American public, enough of those lies stick, and then the proclaim the Democrats are trying "ram this down our...
View ArticleLesbian Student vs Mississippi School
I think we can all remember the extreme social pressures that students face in high school. The social atmosphere can be extremely volatile, and the pressure to be accepted by peers can be...
View ArticleDailykos is NOT a Liberal Blog
Yes, that is correct. And I say that as a self described Liberal.Recently Dailykos member 'The Termite' made a Diary politely asking Dailykos members to stop using GOP buzz phrases to take cheap jabs...
View ArticleA Soldier's Perspective of DADT
Since Don't Ask Don't Tell has been such an important issue, one in which President Obama has received criticism, I felt I should give my own perspective on the topic. I generally try to tread...
View ArticleDailykos Social Experiment: AAR on Obama
Greetings, all. I think we're all aware of one divide Dailykos has among its members - and that's Pro vs Anti Obama crowd. The arguments between both sides are multilayered, but they ultimately boil...
View ArticleI'm back
Several months ago I decided to leave Dailykos after a Diary made the Rec list that I felt was disparaging toward service members. I've decided to come back.
View ArticleObama says he's not caving on tax cuts (Video)
Can we all just put down the torches and pitchforks for a minute? I'm just sayin....Video is in the link.
View ArticleDoDEA students score above average in tests
I'm posting this article from the Army Times because I think an important question is... why? I've always believed that the main reason our kids are so far behind other countries has less to do with...
View ArticleUS Army DADT Repeal Training Slides
I've heard quite a bit of discussion around the company that as of now, Don't Ask Don't Tell has been repealed. That didn't make sense to me because I assumed such a thing would be huge news. But I...
View ArticleGaddafi Compound Struck
It's breaking now.Building in Gadhafi compound possibly struck by cruise missilesTripoli, Libya (CNN) -- A four-story building in Libyan leader Moammar Gadhafi's Tripoli compound has been heavily...
View ArticleUS demanding gay rights support at UN body
US demanding gay rights support at UN bodyBy BRADLEY KLAPPER, Associated Press – Mon Mar 21, 8:17 pm ET WASHINGTON – The Obama administration will introduce its first statement calling for the United...
View ArticleLet's have a rational discussion about Manning's treatment
Although my opinion will anger many on DKos, I still must speak my mind. Quite often when I debate this subject accusations such as "torture apologist!" will run rampant. Let me be clear. Disagreeing...
View ArticleMajor DK4 Bug?
I'm having major bug issues with my ASUS laptop using Windows 7- It started when I was logged in and debating in a Diary I made related to Bradley Manning. My computer suddenly shut off, and when I...
View ArticleAP: Budget "tricks" helped Obama save programs from cuts
Just saw this on Yahoo News.By ANDREW TAYLOR, Associated Press – 2 hrs 59 mins ago WASHINGTON – The historic $38 billion in budget cuts resulting from at-times hostile bargaining between Congress and...
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Is it anti-Liberal to approve of Obama?
That seems to be the meme on Dailykos. Obama supporters vs. the "true" Liberals who don't support Obama.If that's the case, I am proud to be one of the "fringe"72% of Liberals and 84% of Liberal...
View ArticleJust Quit Smoking: Need help with symptoms
Hello, all. After many, many attempts to quit smoking I have finally done it. I used to go back and forth between smoking and dipping, and today marks 8 days I haven't had any form of tobacco products....
View ArticleMartial Arts and MMA (videos)
I can remember in the 80's traditional martial arts like Kung Fu and Karate were the hot thing. Bruce Lee made Kung Fu popular throughout the 70's, as did the show (called 'Kung Fu). Hollywood...
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