Worse Or Worser

Can't decide which is more awful, irksome, tedious & banal, the political scene (as portrayed in the world of bloggery) or the sheer inane dull of our hideous existence (w/ photos & recordings) in a world of objects that want everyone to suffer.

Sweet release of death (The death of all political types. We aren't going anywhere soon. Hell, we're going nowhere at an astounding rate.) we await your releasing these two morons from their earthly bonds.

Quote of the Day

"To those who say we should focus on fiscal issues, instead of the right to life, I say 'what is more fiscally responsible than rolling back this administration's effort to expand funding for abortion at home and abroad?' What is more fiscally responsible than denying any and all funding to Planned Parenthood of America?"

-- Rep. Mike Pence (R-IN), quoted by The Hill, criticizing moderate Republicans for focusing on "public policy alone."

Manly.

And CNBC's Larry Kudlow reveals more about himself & some of his deep-seated psychological problems. Yes, Larry, you're the only one. And you're certainly a pillar of strength.

Am I the only one who saw weakness when President Obama and his departing chief of staff Rahm Emanuel gave each other a big, fat, full-bore hug following their speeches at the resignation event in the White House’s East Room on Friday?

Remember, this is on global television. And it has to do with the very top of the United States government. Our friends and enemies were all watching.

I think the hug lacked dignity. It did not send a message of American power and forcefulness. So I fret about the reaction around the world to this kind of fraternity-like emotionalism in full public view.

Why not just a dignified, stand-up, serious handshake? That’s what Reagan would have done. A strong handshake shows friendship, respect, and even affection. But a big fat hug seems to go over the line.

Perhaps I’m overreacting to this. But when it comes to the presidency and the behavior of our top leaders, I think the image we want to send at home and abroad is one of serious strength of purpose. Not some kind of collegiate squeeze. Somehow the Obama-Emanuel embrace seemed demeaning — to the presidency, to our officialdom, and to our strength of purpose.

Poor weak, helpless America, about to be brought down by the Islamic insects, Gulliver style. If only it were 198X again, & Morning in America. And if only Larry could still get the good blow. Dude, we'd be back on top of the world!