Are you ready for some late night football?? Raiders-Chargers game moved to 11:35 PM EDT!!!
OMG...just when I thought I'd heard it all from the right-wingnuts....
The shutdown is not really about Obamacare.
"Mission Accomplished".. Updated.. Naming Names With their Net Worth..
Yosemite National Park is 123 years old today
Pssssssssssssst will Red State Tropical Storm Karen mash up the ReTHUG
Government Shutdown is the Republicans' fault - period
Is there any way to use an executive order to force the government to stay open?
******5TH ANNUAL DU COLLEGE FOOTBALL POOL:WEEK 6******
What does this bumper sticker say about the driver?
How did Conservatives get this radical
If you give a mouse a cookie, he's going to want a glass of milk.
OMG it's hard to watch Eric Cantor
Teabaggers: "IT'S NOT A SHUTDOWN!"
Yet Another Study Proves The War On Drugs Is Failing
GOP piecemeal plan to mitigate shutdown fails in House votes
a constitutional amendment for the shutdown
Sen. Warren calls it like it is...."hostage taking"
NYT Editorial: John Boehner’s Shutdown
PA Nurses Endorse Medical Marijuana [VIDEO]
Small sign that might be pointing to an improving economy:
Congressional first responders...
Interesting. Petition to Designate GOP a Terrorist Organization disabled by shutdown.
2010 midterm voter turnout: Who gets the blame? Independents
Big solar now competing with wind energy on costs
How to respond? My HS-friend-turned-tparty supporter, whom I debate
I really wish I had the balls to do this.
Katie Couric May Replace Piers Morgan On CNN
Government Shutdown Halts Scientific Research Projects Across The Country
House GOP Fails To Pass Partial Government Funding Bills
Does anyone know how to know the running totals
Never seen video like this before
STOCK MARKET WATCH -- Wednesday, 2 October 2013
Editorial: Crackdown on offshore tax cheaters is paying dividends
Giant Asian Hornets Are Killing People In China, Breeding In Larger Numbers: Reports
Marcelas Owens. Smarter than all the GOP in Washington
Letitia James apparent winner in Public Advocates race in NYC.
Mandatory Tuesday Malloy Truthseekers check in!! Don’t Forget To Turn Out the Lights & a new
Headlines that aren't what the Republicans hoped for
Its times like this that I wish our Federal government was modeled more on the Westminster system...
National Parks Will Close To The Public But Stay Open To Drilling If The Government Shuts Down
An open letter to my far-right Republican misrepresentative in Congress John Kline
PHOTO: Time Tebow banner flies over stadium in Jacksonville
Several of my nieghbors lost their job today
Belgian killed by euthanasia after a botched sex change operation
New DU member New Orleans Strong shoots down Republican "will of the people" meme in first post.
How does the shut down effect my wife's Federal Grand Jury? Are they hearing cases?
Rematch for Nassau Executive Could Be Bellwether of National Trend
Anyone know how to find the names of the "backdrop" folks in Obama addresses?
The Difference between Republicans and Democrats in One Easy Graphic
We now have ammo that will stop a ZOMBIE!!! (just in case)
PA Nurses Endorse Medical Marijuana [VIDEO]
Buddhist mobs killed 94-year-old Muslim woman, burned more than 70 homes
The ACA is so unpopular only 1 million visited the site in the first 7 hours...
Utility cuts IT workforce, hires Indian outsourcers
Ecuador arrests retired officers for suspected crimes against humanity
The nine most painful impacts of a government shutdown (WaPo Wonkblog)
Why Democrats will always be their own worst enemy
"Five Ways Capitalism Is Ripping Off the American People"
NH Labor: Governor Hassan on the Start of Open Enrollment in New Hampshire’s Health Insurance Market
H-1B Obamacare Illinois Bombshell
UAW President Bob King on government shutdown
Australia had a government shutdown once. In the end, the queen fired everyone in Parliament.
National Air Traffic Controllers Association (NATCA) Condemns Government Shutdown
Terry O’Sullivan, General President of LIUNA, On the Federal Government Shutdown
Martin Bashir - Boehner follows where Cruz leads?
Transportation Trades Department; Government Shutdown Impacts Transportation System and Jobs
I am so sick of this woman on TV railing against Obamacare
I have spent 15 hours here at DU today
Today in labor history for the week of September 30, 2013
We Can Take Hostages To. Stop Federal Money To Red Districts. Occupy GOP Reps Offices
Do government employees lose their healthcare
health care -single payer best?
So my wife is going to look into Obamacare for herself tonight but she's nervous. She's afraid she
health care-is single payer best?
health care -is single payer best?
Rep. Doggett (D-TX): Shut down the Republican "Shutdown Caucus"
Hey, Congress; Do your Job, Quit f'n off; Make Laws better; Quit yer Twerking!
I'm listening to Terry Gross interview Tweety and he's talking about...
Samsung cooks the books on their device speeds... Again!
PA Nurses Endorse Medical Marijuana [VIDEO]
The Reign Of Morons Is Here (Charlie Pierce)
Some Effects of Govt Shutdown Week 1
I just stumbled upon some really neat collage art, and thought I'd share
Yes, Obama has gone too far to the right
Can we pass a law that prevents these schmucks from playing their jackass games with our economy?
You know, there's a new Tom Hanks movie that's coming out about a ship hijacking...
Is it just me or does it seem like it's those already insured who are doing the most complaining...
Martin Bashir - GOP ‘anarchist’ agenda
Martin Bashir - GOP shutdown can’t block Obamacare
Court Upholds a Settlement Affecting 20,000 City Renters
Matt Taibbi, Sam Seder on Alex Pareene Popping CNBC's Bubble
U.S. spy agencies face big layoffs in government shutdown
New York to Sue Wells Fargo Over Mortgage Settlement
The Extraordinary Life of Germany's Doublefaced Girl
"If Sabotage of the US Economy Is Terrorism, Send the House GOP to Guantanamo"
Ok Letitia James wins Dem Nom. for Public Advocate but only 185,000 Dems out of 3 million Dems vote.
King: 30 to 40 GOP lawmakers refuse to admit legitimacy of Obama’s presidency
Massive Demand as Obamacare Opens for Texans
Kentucky health care exchange experiences glitches on first day (due to high demand)
So no new house loans are going through now
Thomas Friedman (!?): 'President Obama must not give into this hostage taking'
The Real Culprits Are The Kochs Et Al Who Are Coordinating A Coup To Take Over US
Maduro: No cordial talks with US until it stops alleged conspiracy against Venezuela
For those lucky enough to get through on healthcare.gov - ???
How long do you think the shutdown will go on?
"Wake up, they've gone crazy!"
You know that the Republicans threw a party for the shutdown, right?
What the Fox News tracking poll looked like earlier....
Did you really think I would not post??
What's your favorite last line in a movie?
GOP Not Worried. They Have Rigged The Vote And Are Sure They Will Win The Election.
https://www.donotcall.gov/ is down!
Why so much opposition to Obama cares?
Hey El! You are welcome to change your avatar to...
now official... what we've known for years...
My wife can't set up her account on the insurance site. Security questions don't come up
Outsourcing America Exposed = A new Mark Fiore cartoon.
People With Disabilities Storm House Building, Demand Boehner Leave Obamacare Alone
What's for Dinner ~ Wednesday ~ Oct 2nd?
A Gloat-free Texas Rangers thread...
It's been 21 fucking years. Give me a fucking break!!
multimillionaire rethuglican "lawmaker" says government shutdown "is my idea of fun"
Shut Down: Day 1 - Congressional Republicans take the day off...
Stewart Takes Down Fox News and 'Republican Morons' for Downplaying Shutdown - video link
Stewart Takes Down Fox News and 'Republican Morons' for Downplaying Shutdown - video link
Finally~We Take Care of our Own
Question for any military here re Obama
Republican Voters Think The Leadership Has Not Yet Gone Far Enough.
To everyone experiencing problems with the Health Exchanges, what's the hurry?
Let’s hope Republicans don’t need health insurance to recover from ...
Why not start a discharge petition for both the CR and debt ceiling?
10-1-13 Rose Garden Statement.. Pres Obama: "As long as I am President.."
San Diego Channel 10 Interviews Ann Romney and Tony Ciani on La Jolla Coastal Appeal
Harry Reid: Been carrying this in my wallet a long time. ...
Slimdown? SLIMDOWN??!! What kind of Orwellian doublespeak is this?
A disturbing look at the theological roots of Senator Ted Cruz: Christian Dominionism
800,000 federal employees were sent home... More than Target, GM, Exxon and Google Combined!
GOP Will Take Over The Government To Shut Down Obamacare
Finally able to make an ACA acct and log in, but there's still no info there that helps
Announcement from the US Geological Service
HORSEY: Teaparty Republicons.." .. And What They Really MEAN:
Husband got home from the hospital yesterday and is on the mend. Still
PSA: Staged Car Accidents. I thought everyone knew this.
I Will Bet That No Funding Bills Will Be Passed And The Govt Will Come To A Halt
Grayson blames shutdown on GOP members literally drinking on the job!
Treasury Taking Final Steps To Avoid Default
That was fast! Just received a death panel duty notice
Cycling in the US from a Dutch perspective
The GOP was smarter when they threatened to shut down over debt.
Are there any North Carolina residents here?
This is a very touching story about a man reflecting and comparing his years growing up gay
I have to say it, but I dont think
Ambassador of Denmark honors countrymen who saved Jews during World War II
Jon Stewart Sexual Harrassment enabler
Honduras indigenous leader's detention challenged
Egyptian doctor becomes first Arab recognized for saving Jews during Holocaust
Why Can't these Assholes be charged with Treason
GOP Logic - House Starting Articles Of Impeachment - Charge Obama Shut Down Government
So I am guessing the passport offices are closed now also.
Washington Post finalizes $250 million sale to (Billionaire Jeff) Bezo
How much do you know about Israel? Take our quiz. (Christian Science Monitor)
Jewish essentials: For most American Jews, ancestry and culture matter more than religion
Statue of Liberty / Ellis Island Officially Closed. Pretty sad...
All we need now is one big hurricane with no government weather information
Unions hate Obamacare. Is it really that bad for them?
I really need a better graphics card. Help?
Need Help Debunking this on FB ... in all caps, no less ...
Happy birthday, Mohandas Gandhi
If we could just move the entirety of Tealibanistan into one or two locations in the country...
I Am Getting Concerned That This Crisis Could Become Really Ugly And Possibly Dangerous.
IGoogle will be discontinued November 1st
If Obamacare Were To Go Medicare, Social Security, Medicaid And Public Health Would Go Too
Activists rip Coke and Pepsi: Stop making land grabs in South America
Activists rip Coke and Pepsi: Stop making land grabs in South America
"It's my second amendment right, my freedom of speech as a fucking American..."
Tea party crowd, GOP congressman at rally: 'Shut it down!' (From 2011!)
Why Boehner doesn’t just ditch the hard right
You teabaggers wear your silly hats and like to claim how much you love the constitution.
Ever Wonder What Republicons Do While They're Suppose To Be Working?
EVOLUTIONARY PSYCHOLOGY IS HERE TO STAY: A RESPONSE TO BULLER
healthcare.gov. Yay! They fixed the "dropdown box issue"!
The Atlantic - "The Two Basic Facts That Should Be in Every Shutdown Story"
Creepy lake in Tanzania turns animals into stone
Brazil Reports Cuts In Poverty
NOAA, National Weather Service, USGS Earthquake Hazards Program (shut down info)
A PAC for atheist candidates WAPO Herb Silverman
The Libertarian Billionaire Strategy Kneecapped Obamacare: Hartmann
Powerful GOP Jim Jones Kool-aid.. from their site
Max Keiser: Side Effects of Cameron's Ponzi Scheme
Feds: Flight attendant smuggled heroin to Orlando
Has this been all over D.U Today..?
281_Anti nuke - Documentary Trailer
Final Antenna Delivered to ALMA: All 66 ALMA antennas now handed over to the observatory
House Republicans Wait at a Table for Dems to Negotiate Budget
Have ya met Murphy? More importantly, have you met MacGillicuddy? IT woes.
BSOD and (Updated in Republican Red) RSOD: Any Key or CTRL+ALT+DEL?
Rigell Releases Document Detailing Potential Impacts of Federal Government Shutdown
Dam. I think I might be gluten
"Are you saying republicans will try to block raising the ceiling?" "Yes, absolutely"
So this is the night crew, eh?...
Solution for North Korea's Missile Launch.
I'm pretty sure The Brave Little Toaster is the source of my adult anxiety...
Health insurance companies stocks are up
Flashback 1998: WP..NSA Admits to Spying on Princess Diana
Find something to be happy about today (Wednesday 2 Oct 2013)
Colombian workers' rights suffer despite US-Colombia free trade agreement
We is doomed - Rob Schneider has left the Dems to become a Republican
Ancient City discovered in Kurdish Iraq
GOP Moderates May Attempt Coup Against Right-Wingers?
Russia charges two Green peace activists with piracy
US shutdown halts Barack Obama's Malaysia trip
Are You Drinking One Cup of Coffee Too Many?
Congressional Radical Right-Wingers Relive Confederacy Fantasies
You will die itchy and a little fat. Mark Morford
Obamacare Is Such a Threat to Libertarian Ideology Republicans Have Shut Down Govt. to Delay it
Lincoln on destroying the government.
So Patty Murray asked them to Conference
A Corporate Coup in Disguise{tpp}
Annie Leonard’s ‘Story of Solutions’ Shows How to Create Change By Fixing a Broken System (Video)
A pattern is emerging here. (R blaming us for the shutdown)
Why the Shutdown Looks So Bad for the GOP
Has anyone been able to see premiums on the federal exchange?
Why Republicans Aren't Listening To Businesses Pleading With Them Over The Shutdown And Debt Ceiling
sigh.. my homepage, http://apod.nasa.gov/apod/
8 quarts of cardamom pilsner bottled
A silver lining - KKK rally at Gettysburg site cancelled due to shutdown
Ah... there we go. The *real* reason the Republicans fear the ACA:
Shutdown live (check this out!)
Much nervous laughter on Morning Joe. Trying so hard to make fun of the fact that the
Frackers are chewing up Pennsylvania’s forests
Morning Joe may possibly give you joy this morning. He just read that Democrats have hauled
Candidates to tell voters why they should support them in 300 words or fewer (Omaha Steve)
George Galloway working on documentary that he believes could put Tony Blair in jail....
So...I found out how the government shutdown effects me...
Jellyfish shut down nuclear plant (Sweden)
Climate adaptation goes mainstream in Wisconsin
It took them only 900 years...
Florida citrus growers binge on pesticides, endangering bees
Question from an European for understanding the Shutdown
America flirts with self-destruction (Martin Wolf, Financial Times)
Watchdog report deals another blow to F-35 Joint Strike Fighter
143-year-old law puts fear in officials during shutdown
With other news not being highlighted, this Jacksonville airport bomb scare was very serious.
Here's What 240 Million Americans Will Have To Start Doing [This] Week, Thanks To Obamacare
I think this is really a power struggle within the Republican Party.
Something just occurred to me.
Matt Shchaub Burger in Houston.
My Political Strategy to Solve the Government Shut-Down Crisis
Toles: What Republicans missed.
Carl Bernstein just called Eric Cantor the most dangerous demagogue in the country. He and Bill
Edward Snowden: The Work of a Generation
Wednesday Toon Roundup 1- Shutdown continues
Wednesday Toon Roundup 2- More Shutdown toons
Wednesday Toon Roundup 3- The rest
****Anagram for the day****.......SPEAKER BOEHNER
Just a couple of quick observations this morning on "the media" and the ACA...
RE: shutdown, Our worst enemy can be ourselves
Meet the Sane 13: House Republicans that don't support the ACA defunding
And the spin err brainwashing continues - So I'm listening to my fav radio station this morning.....
Italy crisis: Berlusconi U-turn on confidence vote
Deadly lake turns animals into statues
GOP: Crazy Like Foxes by Digby
We Support The Troops--Kiss Another Favorite Tea-publican Meme Goodbye
Q poll on shutting down the government : 72% oppose blocking the ACA
Why Boehner doesn’t just ditch the hard right
As US Government Shuts Down the Poorest Set to Lose Most
One silver lining in this big cloud of crap
GOP members of Congress have completely safe districts, that is a problem
WHY IS NO ONE ON THE FIRST TREATMENT TO PREVENT H.I.V.?
Being Kind: The Music Video That Circled The World
Greenpeace vs. Gazprom: Football Protest Stokes Row with Russia
Is the American Dream a Reality?
Strange Fibers Found Embedded Inside Chicken McNuggets (vid)
Would you ever support threatening a government shutdown to gain concessions on another issue?
Republicans Asked About Giving Up Salaries During Shut Down, Hilarity Ensues
Children being turned away from receiving cancer treatment because of shutdown
Exercise 'can be as good as pills'
Anybody willing to start an "Occupy Congress" group here on DU?
San Francisco passes law to prohibit immigrant holds
TOON - Boehner's Little Helper
Tomgram: Ann Jones, Americans Can't Remember, Afghans Will Never Forget
Tell Boehner: "Go Defund Yourself"
I think the demand for ACA means a lot of people are hurting.
In every situation, even the bad ones, I try to teach my kids to look for SOMETHING positive...
experiencing the shutdown while on an island that is mostly National Seashore...
If the Dems had shut down the government there would be cries of "TREASON !"
ICC seeks Walter Barasa arrest for Kenya 'witness tampering'
What The Monopoly Properties Look Like In Real Life
I Think The Teabaggers Are Determined To Make The Shutdown Permanent.
King Says Cruz Conservatives Want to 'Hijack' GOP
NY Daily News Keeps Up The Good Shutdown Work On Day 2 (PHOTO)
Valerie Plame just wrote a spy novel and today is her pub date. She
Hyundai deferring car payments for furloughed federal workers
'Revenge porn' outlawed in California
President Obama cancels trip to Malaysia and Singapore
Repukes from moderate districts voting with the teafucks have put big fat targets
Afghan soldier arrested over Australia soldier deaths
Idiots on the streets, interviewed by a reporter, like ACA, but not Obamacare!
Republican love to talk about Death Panels..
"No more reading, no more books." . . . Please come CAPTION Steve Doocy!!!
Uninsured friend on FB had to go to ER, was rejected for a needed colonoscopy.
5.5 billion awarded in defense contracts monday
Watchdog Finds 719 Problems with the Pentagon’s F-35 Program
Senate Republicans divided on providing back pay to furloughed workers
Chuck Todd thinks NCAA should pay for Navy/Air Force game this weekend.
The only downside I see for Democrats in this mess is the TV false equivalency.
I Fervently Hope That Mr. Obama Takes This Good Negotiating Advice From...Willy Wonka.
10,000 Walrus Come Ashore in Northwest Alaska
Republicans who declare that they will donate their salary during shutdown are full of shit!!!
Sweet Jesus, I hate Bill Kristol! Worse than ever on Morning Joe today!
Study: Holy Water Often Contaminated With Fecal Matter, Bacteria
The Muslims Are Coming! Comedian Negin Farsad Discusses Her New Documentary
Afghans baulk at U.S. push for operations after 2014 - spokesman
Weapons experts begin Syria mission
The View From the UK Elite: Obama Can't Give In
Wagner considering run for Governor. Are no other Dem candidates from western PA.
The Coming Domestic Drone Wars
Over 24 hours later, I still can't get onto Healthcare.gov
Governing Crisis Set To Escalate Dramatically - Dems May Link Debt Ceiling Rise to CR
40 years ago today, I stood outside the main gate at McGuire AFB
TOLES: "Don't Expect It To Clean Up Everything"
The Dark Side of Consumerism: What Landfills and Nursing Homes Taught These Indian Villagers
Horsey: Defending tea party delusions, Republicans shut down government
What does "true" subreddits mean? nt
Shutdown coverage fails Americans
Where Are The Anti-Shutdown Protests?
Greece's Golden Dawn: 'Don't say a word or I'll burn you alive'
halfway decent human being quiz
The Madness Of The GOP Government Shutdown - David Waldman Discusses
God love Alec Baldwin today!!!
Rachel Maddow - GOP reprises Eastwoods empty chair stunt
The meme of children with cancer being denied treatment will haunt House tea crazies in 2014.
Today in Peace & Justice history on October 2, 1869
I just invented a new GOP talking-point.
Employers can't force debit card on their workers
How do you guys stand to watch this shit?
With Traditional GOP Allies Defecting, Big Business Takes Sides With Obama
Russia charges five Greenpeace activists with piracy
Turns out the Republicans misread their own internal email
Rachel Maddow - GOP not finished playing games with shutdown
Hipster buzzwords that need to die in a fire?
Repukes are hoping that if they hold out they can get Reid to Fold.
Dangerous levels of radioactivity found at fracking waste site in Pennsylvania
How The Press Helped Cause The GOP Shutdown
Cornyn Lies: Under Democrats, Texas Will Become Dystopian Failed State
who is less repulsive?....the republicans who voted against the shutdown
Rachel Maddow - Pro-shutdown GOP ignorant to lessons of 95
Video sneak peek of the Washington Metro's Silver Line
Virginia Attorney General Debate Pits Problem-Solver Against Tea Party Extremist
What Happens When The Government Shuts Down 94 Percent of the EPA
Shutdown coverage fails Americans
I love this story: Fencing coach "foils" robbery using his sword
Iran parliament endorses President Rouhani's diplomatic outreach
UNHCR: 17 countries to offer Syria refugee quotas
Tom Clancy, Best-Selling Novelist of Military Thrillers, Dies at 66
Ring of Fire: Will Voting Machines Steal The Next Election?
That Thing About Congress Being ‘Exempted’ from Obamacare? Huge Whopper Lie.
Green Tips for Preparing your Home for Autumn
On Wall St, the Shutdown and Sequester prompt rally. Austerity brings cheers and a buying mood.
Gov. Shutdown: Idaho officials seeking experienced hikers to search for missing woman in Nat'l Park
NATO chief urges Russia to reverse recognition of Abkhazia, S.Ossetia.
Great Article in The New Yorker: Shutdown: The Hysterical Style in American Politics
Venezuela says U.S. expels three diplomats in a dispute
Tom Clancy Dead: Celebrated Thriller Author Dies At Age 66
Rick Perry: Implementing Obamacare Is A ‘Felony’
Just called my R Representative
Boehner's New USA Opinion Piece Tells Us Exactly Where We're Headed Obama owns this shutdown now
Why Boehner is crying: Shutdown pissed away his debt ceiling leverage
Shutdown Spectacle: 'America Is Already Politically Bankrupt'
At the United Nations, the Vatican is church and state. That needs to change.
FW Star-Telegram editorial slams Cruz and GOP "hostage-taking"
Hey. Is anyone supporting the GOP on this?
The President Has the Power To Raise the Debt Ceiling on His Own
Ministering on Death Row - and Feeling a New Confidence in Rome
Seems To Me If Boehner Was Smart He'd Use....
Please Stop Assuming All Blacks Are Christian
Alex Rodriguez of New York Yankees reportedly claiming Tony Bosch duped him
John Boehner's polling expert gave him a one sentence piece of advice yesterday.
Obamacare is a Compromise. America itself is a Compromise.
I Wonder How Many Republicans Will Sign Up For Obamacare That They Want To Abolish
Final Major League Baseball Regular Season attendance for 2013
Popular fast-food chain to grow food 60 miles from Fukushima plant
The GOP Will Default On The Debt To Get Their Way.
America was not shut down properly (Cartoon)
Vaccine Refusals Fueled California's Whooping Cough Epidemic
Valerie Plame's 'Blowback' has a Plame-like star
Obamacare Demand Signals Potential Success for Exchanges
Florida House Speaker: Football coaches can’t pray with players? Change the law again!
BREAKING: Fox News/Tea Party on extended IQ "Slimdown"
Hillary Clinton Tops in 2016 Race, Would Topple Top Republicans
2014 House Elections - Can democrats regain control of the house back while retaining the senate?
The government shutdown is a direct result of Obama Derangement Syndrome
Republicans’ 2014 Senate Edge Muddied by Shutdown Message
MaddowBlog: The consequences of callousness
STUPID SPECIAL: Obama Care Supporters Plan to Add Birth Control to Water Supply
U.S. Government Shutdown Threatening Housing Recovery
Taking a Stand Against a 21st Century Scarlet Letter
Toledo, county leaders denounce Ohio "Stand Your Ground" bill
Forget Climate Change, We Must Prepare for a Catastrophic Climate Breakdown
The consequences of callousness
If you are a Government employee in the DC area, these people wish to help you out
#DearCongress: Americans vent frustrations as shutdown drags on
Too Funny. Not the Onion. Rob Schneider has a sad.
Accessibility Takes A Big Leap Forward in iOS 7 for iPhone and iPad
Just now on CNBC: "Bank CEOs Arrive at White House".
Private Sector Added Disappointing 166,000 New Jobs In September
Former Republican FL state senator says House GOP Owns This Mess. Says moderates stepping up.
The prohlem is the Tea Party Hates the GOP
Sucky actor blames Dems for not being able to get any roles, switches to GOP.
Polls: Americans put more blame on GOP for shutdown
Obama Invites Hill Leaders To Talk Debt Limit
Birds of Ocracoke - vacation pics (so far....). "Government didn't shut the birds down" edition
Did the Washington Post change owners or something? Because today's editorial
A nation can survive its fools, and even the ambitious.
Russia Urges Syrian President To Meet With Moderate Rebels
Remember on The Simpsons, Stampy the Elelphant broke loose and ran through the Repuke Convention
"It's hard to see how any of this gets fixed in the next nine years"
Rise of the 3rd Confederacy movement. No more trying to shame the shameless.
Ah. The GOP is really looking out for the little guy.
Chicago: CTA Works to Stem Crash-Related Blue Line Delays
Imagine how little we would have to give up to make the world a better place.
This shutdown is GOP/Teabagger wet dream.
Managerial Conservatives vs Tea Party
USA Today editorial say's the shutdown is the GOP's doing
Come ON Democrats. Just. Don't. CAVE.
Apartment Rental Costs Up As Home Prices Rise
Ha! Germany's Olympic uniforms:
Obama Reaches Out to Congressional Leaders
*** The WWII Vets thing is a Republican hoax/planned-stunt ***
I'm glad we're finally having this throw-down. It's been brewing for a long time.
Well, Here's Some Good News: Jerry Sandusky denied new trial
To my fellow Federal Furloughed Workers: Furloughed Federal Employees Can Apply For Unemployment
Republican terrorists clusterfuck: a summary
Hehe. I knew it. It was just a matter of time...Obama puts GOP in a position to "cave."
When Did Jesus Stop Caring About the Poor?
Apparently today's secret word is
Grandfather Writes Letter To His Daughter After She Kicks Out His Gay Grandson
If meeting with Congressional leaders is a "cave" then I just don't know what
Net worth of the 8 Banana Republicans leading shutdown efforts
Submarine Rises Through Milan's Pavement In Ridiculous Publicity Stunt
Justice Department opposes tech companies' request to reveal spying demands
What's with this GOP: "This isn't a democracy" rhetoric?
We do not Negotiate with Terrorists.
President Obama invited congressional leaders to WH to discuss the budget standoff & debt ceiling
There is far more at stake here than ACA
Latinos move towards pope, church and Democrats
Walter Rhett: The Spoils of War: For One Side, Healthcare; For the Other, an Incurable Condition
Religious leaders unite against ‘immoral’ shutdown
Democrats can end the shutdown with 20 Republicans on board ( if no Dem defections) by Ezra Klein
I know Obama is going to compromise because
143-year-old law has lawmakers treading gingerly during shutdown
What Really Needs to Be Said To the BOG Members:
Everybody say hey to berni_mccoy
USA Boxing swings at Mike Tyson (for signing Olympics eligible fighters)
Do you think that speaker Boner is...
Tennis-Argentina's Nalbandian announces retirement
I know there is a "Rule 34," but...
Lyceum poll: Abbott ahead in run for governor, but half of all Texans not yet tuned in
Rachel Maddow and the Right to Bare Arms
The most excellent shutdown piece ever.
Ear worm -- a variation on "Mrs. Brown You've Got a Lovely Daughter"
"I'll have a blue... wait. what?"
Picture on Facebook about sums it up...
Which scene from a t.v.show/movie really touched you?
Looks like Wendy Davis is running for Senate, not Gov.
Flowers evolved 100 million years earlier than thought, plant pollen fossils reveal
Would it be better to keep the Government shut if it hurts Republicans politically?
Colorado GOP vote for disaster assistance for their state despite fighting to deny aid after Sandy
Pic Of The Moment: Everything You Need To Know About The Government Shutdown
Are Our Political Beliefs Encoded in Our DNA?
Former Texas SC Chief Justice Wallace Jefferson joining appellate law firm
Under Obamacare, Disney World Will Promote Its Part-Time Workers To Full-Time Status
Cave so huge it has its own weather system: discovered in China
Vladimir Putin nominated for Nobel Peace Prize
US authorities shut down Silk Road website
Brutal editorial against the R's by the WaPo editorial board
The cave begins. Way to go, Obama
Hey look, a cave, I wonder what's inside
Anybody have experience with Canadian online pharmacies?
Cave? Down the rabbit hole we go...
What are your favorite tailgating foods?
NSA: Agency tested tracking US cellphone locations
Patrick: I’ll be easy to reach as lt. governor — on the radio
Republican shutdown is not playing well in Peoria. Or Kansas City. Or Sacramento. Or ...
Plato's Allegory of the Cave...
Marijuana Smokers Arrested for Civil Disobedience; Syrians & Grannies Protest War [VIDEO]
What's so important about the Code of Hammurabi?
NIH trials for the very ill now delayed
Obamacare Health Exchange Websites Had More Than 10 Million Unique Visitors On Day One
Federal Government Shutdown: Day 1
It's too bad telegrams no longer exist
Reid just gave a statement. Sorry but didn't sound like a cave to me.
Spanish Cave Paintings Discovered to be Some of the Oldest in Europe
Japan’s Nuclear Refugees, Still Stuck in Limbo
Sen. Ted Cruz Apology to US Filipino Vets 9/30/13
I did it! I fixed my Harrassing Political Phone Call Problem!
How much does a government shutdown cost? For Offutt mechanic, $180 a day
Arlington Megachurch Pastor Gene Lingerfelt -- and God -- Approve of Government Shutdown
Ken Cuccinelli hate merchant supporter says "screw the stock market and shut down the government"
Good news! Twelve national parks are still open.
Pope Francis La Repubblica Interview Rocks Church!
Bill Kristol on Andrea Mitchell
The New York Daily News has a question for Boehner and Cruz
Ted Cruz Warns That Shutdown Could Lead To A Terrorist Attack Against U.S.
a little sweet revenge: Farrow says Woody possibly not son's father...
Harry Reid's letter to Boehner:
A Corporate Coup in Disguise (TPP)
Pakistan bomb kills three troops in quake area
Andrea mitchell show this hour
Elizabeth Warren: 'Hostage Taking' Is All Republicans Have Left
Dems to GOP: No Obamacare extortion. Period, full stop.
We May Not Know How The Zombie Apocalypse Starts, But The First Supply Store Is In Orlando
Tweet from President Obama at 1:20 PM:
Shutdown Blocks Care For Kids With Cancer
...another pic making the rounds today...
Take a break for a second from politics, and enjoy the Greatness! that is!
Harold Meyerson: Permanent Republican minority
Crossfit For Toddlers Is Now A Real Thing
The shutdown strikes again: Military wife trapped in abusive marriage
Man Who Pieced Together 5 $100 Bills From Dog's Poop To Get Reimbursed By Govt.
This shutdown is precisely the government the corporate sponsers want.
How to make anything (liquid) into a consomme, with almost no work at all.
Do some parents give their children sweets just to make them smile?
It's not a sign of a "cave." Obama must agree to meet with Congressional leaders now,
Another myth busted: Will doctors be required to ask patients questions about their sexual history?
Ted Cruz Warns That Shutdown Could Lead To A Terrorist Attack Against U.S.
Fun and games in Florida...crazier than ever!
Mark Twain said it best,"It's easier to fool people than to convince them that they have been fooled
House Democrats to Introduce Immigration Reform Bill
Atlantic - "The New GOP Strategy: Fund the Government à la Carte"
Should a 13-Year-Old and Her 12-Year-Old Partner Really Be Considered Sex Offenders?
Overwhelming Demand for Obamacare Shows Potential Success
State (New York) health exchange website gets 10 million hits on first day
Demand is strong as Obamacare enrollment starts in California
GOP Not Worried- I Will Bet That In Red States GOPPERS Will Be Able To Vote Without Proper ID
Ukraine police fire tear gas to disperse protest in Kiev
Arm cut off of Reagan statue in Poland
Beanie Babies billionaire Ty Warner enters emotional guilty plea
The GOP Double Whammy. Take Away The ACA From Already Registered And Deny Their Vote
Great Quote From Senator Bernie Sanders ---->
Wonkbook: "This is what the Republicans were afraid of" Re ACA
Clinton mini-series scrapped by NBC
Bill Kristol: Not ‘The End Of The World’ For Women And Infants Losing Food During Shutdown
CEOs at White House Warn of Adverse Effects of Shutdown, Debt Ceiling.
FoxNews.com Alters AP Reports To Read Gov't 'Slimdown,' Not 'Shutdown'
Oh SNAP! Pelosi answered Cantor!
Demand is strong as Obamacare enrollment starts in California (LA Times)
Poll Shows Major Shift in Identity of U.S. Jews
How sidelining Washington graybeards in shutdown alters endgame
N.S.A. Experiment Traced U.S. Cellphone Locations
Justin Bieber Carried Up the Great Wall of China By Servants
This is how many Americans are feeling right now....
Friendly fire from the National Republican Congressional Committee
The Pope: how the Church will change
White House Press Briefing: Jay Carney is doing a great job
Bloomberg/Business Week: Why John Boehner Won't Hold a Vote to Reopen the Government
Hating Obamacare - and democracy itself
BitTorrent Launches ‘NSA-proof’ Serverless Messenger App....FREE
Rude Pundit: Photos That Make the Rude Pundit Want to Turn Dogs and Fire Hoses on House Republicans
It Will Come To Two Choices. Default Or Stop Affordable Care Act Completely For Now
DC-Area Restaurants Charging Congress Members More for Their Meals
Thom Hartmann: The Shutdown...Brought To You By Citizens United
"How do I get an exemption from the fee for not having health coverage?" - from Healthcare.gov
candlelight vigil in support of congressional democrats
Good Riddance to Bad Rubbish: George Will Leaves ABC, joins Fox News
Ann Romney: No Extortion Had You Elected Mitt.
about to start the last season of battlestar galactica
IPCC Warns Methane Traps Much More Heat Than We Thought
Here Is Why The GOP Will Default. It Will Kill The Economy For Years To Come
I think a very small fraction have been to apply for coverage in the exchange ...
I think the Republicans know they'll get blamed for the shutdown. But what they're counting on.....
Harry Reid and John Boehner Really Loathe Each Other
You think the Obamacare fight is ugly?
$40 Per Month, that's why the GOP is afraid of a successful ACA
Russia Schedules Debate To Remove Children From Gay Parents
Tweety is officially insufferable...
On Capitol Hill, the fight is no longer about Obamacare; its about the shutdown
Why Boehner doesn’t just ditch the hard right
Green Tips how to Reduce Home Waste and Recycle More
Is that a gun in your pocket, or are you - KABOOM!
Aesop and the GOP: the Scorpion and the Frog
GOP having a sad; no one is falling for their smartassery and bullshit
President Obama has set up a meeting with both sides later today
A picture worth a thousand words...
Question on Medicare, I just started on it.
WaPo: The party of spoiled brats
Iran's Vice President: Rouhani and Obama phone call was of huge global significance
Krugman: Health Care Panic, Again
10/2 12:19 EST Health Care Market Place has now officially crashed
Teamsters Turn Down Wegmans Offer
House Now Has The Votes To End Government Shutdown, But Boehner Won't allow vote
Initial Impression of Obamacare: Pretty Good:)
ADP National Employment Report Shows 166,000 Jobs Added in September
When did you hire a fact checker?
EXCLUSIVE: Drone crash lands in Manhattan
Pasty, puffy, white (one is orange) guys seem to represent the Repukes
Researchers find tests meant to predict future violence by psychopaths is less accurate than chance
Republicans' startling discovery!
Here's what I just posted on EVERY MSNBC show's Facebook page:
This is an interesting idea to counter the piecemeal strategy of the GOP
Colorado Springs is #1 in percentage of government workers in the nation.
Republicans are just like babies...
Siberian atheist faces jail time for posting nun porn on Russian Facebook: Report
When Your Nightmare Becomes Reality.
Judge orders monitor appointed to oversee controversial Arizona sheriff
Which is better: Obamacare or the Affordable Care Act?
Christian Minister Prays For God - Wants Military Takeover (Coup) To End Obama Presidency.
2nd biker surrenders in Henry Hudson Parkway chase; no charges filed
Why the President is meeting with the Republican leaders?
Gov's former spokewoman censures Utah's Mike Lee over Obamacare.
Quick question about the ACA . . .
Is Ken Cuccinelli a Liar, an Idiot, or Both?
Religious feminists take the Torah scrolls into their own hands
Anyone else work for someone with crap health insurance? The two temp agencies
Paul Begala pwn3d Ted Cruz! Ha!
Regarding Health care insurance 'speak'
Marijuana Smokers Arrested for Civil Disobedience; Syrians & Grannies Protest War [VIDEO]
Serious question. Why don't Democrats demand Repukes to give up their free govt health care?
Disney Offers Full-Time to Park Staff as Obamacare Starts
David Corn: The GOP's Obamacare Suicide
Letter from Senator Harry Reid to the Speaker of the House
New York City Opera Musicians Blast "Egregious Mismanagement" in Wake of Bankruptcy
Missouri Sen. Blunt says govt. shutdown a mistake; defunding Obamacare an error
Shutdown Blocks Kids With Cancer From Clinical Trials
Martin Bashir - "The Hunt for Better October"
VOTE COUNT: John Boehner could reopen the government immediately
Charles Pierce: Corp $$$ Is The Power Behind ALL OF IT-1 GOAL-Subjugate Population/Workforce
Manhunt: The Search for Bin Laden, HBO Full Documentary
ACA: They should have segregated the 'shoppers' from the 'buyers'
Bernie Sanders: If Democrats cave on Obamacare, GOP will use blackmail tactics again
Harry Reid sent Boehner a letter...I have a copy of the letter Boehner sent Reid
Street Vendors Protest Treatment by Police
So I took a trip to right wing bubble land to see what they're saying about the shutdown
After years of decline, Catholics see rise in number of future priests
Grover Norquist on Ted Cruz: ‘He pushed House Republicans into traffic and wandered away’
RE: GG in correcting a fact you make my point. Obsession with GG is a distraction.
With Traditional GOP Allies Defecting, Big Business Takes Sides With Obama
Intelligence Chiefs: Shutdown Threatening National Security/ General: hurting U.S. army
HELP ME!!!!!!!!!!! - By John Boehner, Speaker Of The House Of Representatives (The Onion)
Obama 'exasperated' over government shutdown, warns we're 'in trouble'
Russian Embassy in Libya attacked, no injuries among diplomats
Semi-Naked and Afraid? Check Out This Nude Haunted House!
United Airlines offers to fly Air Force to Navy game for free
Pinellas Republicans call for committeeman to resign after cancer joke
The Republicans have set themselves up for failure...
Donte Whitner of San Francisco 49ers changing his name to Hitner after fine
I just wanted to let you know I am feeling better emotionally today.
Philly.com: Fifth Phila-area congressman breaks with GOP on budget
Hey, did y'all see what the head cheeses did?
Freepfuck reaction to pending WIC shutdown
CNN Affordable Care Act fearmongering....
Justices to Hear ‘Raging Bull’ Copyright Appeal
Send the Bill For the Shutdown to the Evangelicals
Gun Ban for Domestic Abusers Draws U.S. High Court Review
Our government, still at work!
Democratic House Rep Introduces Bill Which Would Block Pay for Congress During the Shutdown
Alison Lundergan Grimes statement on the shutdown and "Senator Gridlock"
Poop-smeared naked man to cops: ‘B*tch, I got sh*t on me’ so you won’t put me in your car
Apparently Democrats not only overextended Governmental Services, but are ruining Football!
"Give into our demands or the elephant gets it!"
I HATE THE REPUBLICAN PARTY'S GUTS!
Obama Rules Out Negotiations With Congress on Budget Until Government Reopened.
Ted Cruz Is Very Sorry for Comparing His Filibuster to the Bataan Death March
Mia Farrow suggests that son Ronan Farrow might be Frank Sinatra’s
Top 10 read newspapers slam the GOP
Speaking of Ronan Farrow: Ronan Farrow Set To Host MSNBC Show
"John Boehner loves being Speaker more than he loves his country." That's what I'd like ...
So the Repubs don't hate all government, after all...
A lot of people seem to prefer yellow (or red/ginger/marmalade/orange) cats to black or gray cats,
Government Shutdown: Prepare to Hit the Debt Ceiling
Syrian-Pennsylvanias & "Grandma Peace Brigade" Protest US Position on Syria [VIDEO]
They're celebrating laying off over 800,000 workers
Obama: NO negotiations until House passes clean resolution and ends the shutdown
Where is the love for the A's?
Jon Stewart destroys callous Fox News host: F*ck you for mocking the poor
Brian Beutler: GOP moderates should stop whining, and reopen the government
De Blasio Hits Up Yale Club For Election Cash
Texas using custom-made drug to execute criminals: FOIA request Read more: http://www.nydailynews.c
Bear in mind that these are the same people who called sending troops to Iraq without body
Posted on PubMed regarding the shutdown.
Asshole Issa launching investigation into closure of WW2 memorial
Jan Brewer trying to say Tuskegee. Priceless.
New Poll: Charlie Crist Leads Rick Scott By Double Digits
Wow! Gov Brown (Calif.) Signs the Nullification of NDAA into law.
You are not supposed to be in serious therapy if you've been drinking
Meet Butch Matthews, A Republican Who Came To Love Obamacare After Realizing It'll Save Him $13,000
NSA director admits agency trawls Twitter/Facebook but insists they are NOT building personal files-
Say someone comes into your neighborhood and captures your house
Pap and Seder: Tea Party To Blame for Government Shutdown
ANY hiring is in jeopardy because of the shutdown/tantrum. Not just Federal.
RNC Offers To Pay For WWII Memorial Guards (150K for 30 Days)
(Toronto Mayor's driver) "Mayor Rob Ford's friend faces drug charges
Americans Think GOP's Top Priority Is Troublemaking
Psychological strategies for President Obama and the Democrats in Congress
Dumb Criminals: Man Smeared Poop On Himself To Avoid Being Arrested By Cops
"Congress is Polling at 10% Satan is polling at 12%"
I bought my first sewing machine! At age 67.
Norquist: Cruz 'Pushed House Republicans Into Traffic And Wandered Away'
Behold The 11 Pound Ratzilla Found In China!
You think the public approves of the ACA more than they are lett on in the polls
Anonymous Southern White Woman: ‘Y’all Bitches Need to Get the F*ck Back to Work!’
Where the GOP's Suicide Caucus Lives
If there are at least 217 House members ready to pass a clean CR...
TCM Schedule for Thursday, October 3, 2013 -- Star of the Month - Vincent Price
GOP Moderates Plot Revolt, End to Government Shutdown
"Financial Crisis-Era Derivatives Are Making A Comeback"
Tea Party insists on compromise: 2 + 2 = 4.5
Park Service rejects RNC’s offer to help reopen WWII Memorial
Essential or non-essential? You decide.
How To Celebrate Thanksgivukkah,
How The National Park Service Became Obama's Shutdown 'Shock Troops'
Fracking wastewater contaminated— and likely radioactive
Should the White House be talking to the Supreme Court Justices...?
How a Congressional Republican negotiates with the President...
You know what's depressing? The Clean CR is a republcan wet dream
DC-Area Restaurants Charging Congress Members More for Their Meals
You know what I find strange about arguments like "you'll have to wait longer" to see a doctor...
Someone posted this before...It should be seen again...
Dammit. Some House Dems now going along with the GOP's piecemeal funding bills.
My thought's on bohner and the rest the thugs....
Long article from Michael Roberts about the shutdown........
Did you know about the " Pissed Off Bastards of Bloomington " ?
The question that must be asked: ARE Americans too smart
House GOP Blocks Vote On Re-opening Government (So much for the moderate Republicans)
I will be interviewing Harry Fear, a Palestinian activist, film maker, this Friday
Has Cruz ever publicly been connected to the Koch Bros.?
'Every Single 1 Of You Opposed To Obamacare & Supporting Shutdown---You Are Attacking MY Family'
This is what happens when I login at healthcare.gov
Special prosecutor finds probable cause Sorenson violated Iowa Senate rules (Bachmann)
"Want A Better Economy? History Says Vote Democrat!"
Cross Fire - who is the woman Emily Smith; Van Jones is owning her
"This would be a perfect time for Canada to invade"
Jury rejects claim that Jackson promoter negligent
Israel No Longer Certain Obama Would Ever Use Force Against Iran, Likud MK Indicates
I bought a Lodge dutch oven. I also made my first no knead bread.
The President is standing STRONG!
The Trans-Pacific Partnership: We Won't Be Fooled by Rigged Corporate Trade Agreements
CONGRATULATIONS First Lady Michelle Obama!!
Gambia pulls out of 'neo-colonial' Commonwealth
Julie Andrews, Tina Fey to salute Carol Burnett at Mark Twain Honors
Iowa State Senator Kent Sorenson Resigns From Iowa Senate Amid Michele Bachmann Payment Report
Obamacare was made for young people like this...
The repukes want to keep running the US Govt. into the wall over and over...
"There Is No Such Thing as the Tea Party; There Is Only a Collection of Billionaires"
So I think what broke Washington was the realization...
"What's with Scarborough, barking in that Hannity-esque Catholic school gym teacher style?"
Rick Joyner, this one's for you
Obama 'hugely impressed' with Pope Francis
Way to go, Mr. President. Continue to refuse to be a hostage. Boehner would not even
Funding for the veteran's memorial and NIH and 'everything' is in the CLEAN CR bill
Man pleads guilty to slapping toddler on Delta flight
Senator Patrick Leahy Calls Out Obama Administration On Terror Plots Thwarted By NSA Spying
Government Shutdown Explained- Day 1
Toaster ovens LIE! And they SUCK!
New Radioactive Leak Reported At Crippled Fukushima Nuclear Plant
Hundreds of Pro-Choice Supporters Rally at Ohio Statehouse
Flesh-eating bacteria attack elderly North Florida man after crab bite
Jury: Concert promoter not negligent in Michael Jackson death
Appeals Court Gives BP a Win in Settlement Dispute
Sweet potato bourbon noodle kugel strikes my fancy
Sweet potato bourbon noodle kugel!
Does the 'NY Times' think Netanyahu is American?
Has Boehner flat out painted himself into a corner?
Chemical Arms Inspectors Open Base in Damascus
List of 49 Terrorist holding American Economy hostage
Russia Expects India, Pakistan to Soon Be Full Members of SCO
Congressional Leaders Report No Progress On Shutdown After Meeting With President Obama
Shutdown Stalemate Continues; White House Meeting Unproductive
Question about contacting Congresspeople
"Obama To Wall Street: You Should Be Scared"
question for NYC DU'ers: how bad is the "stuntz" situation there ?
"Give me all your money or I'll kill your kids."
"The bird mummies of Natron: Lake's waters petrify animals that fall in"
Sean Noble, 'Wizard' Behind Koch Brothers' Donor Network, Now On The Outs
Government Shutdown Pulls Plug on Public Access to Ocean Data
Practice makes perfect. Now, I'm not sayin' Tobin is a BETTER beer drinker than you... OK, yes I am.
Not many people know TexasTowelie was the inspiration for a Marvel super-villain. His super-power?
Ben Affleck? Out. Grumpy Cat? In.
Day 8 and they still think I'm a Pepsi.
For the homeless, stylish warmth. For MFM, more naked time. Win-Win. Except for everyone else.
Hemingway wrote a lesser-known story about The Dread Pirate MFM -- "The Old Man and the Sex".
My reply to Hubbard Broadcastings TV5 choice of features today.
Mind if I ask why you tolerate this sort of intentional divisiveness here?
How an 8-year-old girl got some sexist kids' books yanked from the bookstore
Greece: 3 far-right lawmakers released, 1 jailed, raids on police homes continue
30 Ways the Shutdown Is Already Screwing People
TOM THE DANCING BUG: School Time Rock - "I'm Just a Law"
Harry Reid describes the President as "strong, strong, strong"...
Economist: If government shutdown lasts into next week, investors may start to panic
AEG not liable in MJ wrongful death case
GOP? ACA. You lost. Get over it.
FBI busts Dread Pirate Roberts
Has Lassen's market ever apologized or recanted or whatever for its support of Prop 8 in CA?
"Corporate America sees little return from bet on GOP"
NFL endangered species - fullbacks, pocket QBs, hard-hitting safeties, kick returners(and more)
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