What your trust in politicians says about you

"Politics is about manipulation, your average citizen is too clueless about life, and too lazy, to vote for a candidate based solely on merit, instead there needs to be salesmanship, hyperbole and professional wrestling-style theatrics to get their interest."

USA Denies Iran Envoy's Torture Claim

The frustrating element in this story is that both sides are infamous for stretching, twisting, and snapping the truth: we have no more reason to believe the White House than we do to believe Iran."Jalal Sharafi, the second secretary at Iran's embassy in Baghdad, told Iranian...

Why Chavez Is a Shoo-in: It's the Economy, Stupid

"Never mind his anti-American theatrics. The Venezuelan president carries the support of the majority because they believe he's eased their poverty. Listening to his campaign speeches, you might think Venezuelan President Hugo Chavez was running against George Bush —...

Hannity’s Bullyboy Theatrics No Match For Professor Kevin Barrett

"University of Wisconsin professor Kevin Barrett proved yet again last night (7/10/06) that a smart, well-prepared guest can leave Sean Hannity in the dust. Watch the video and laugh as Barrett out-talks Hannity from the get-go and gives him a talking-to about FOX News. Also...