Category Archives: Stupid Republican Tricks

The key to success in Government

Posted on September 10, 2014 by mcblogger

As part of a public service that’s not at all court mandated (really, I’m doing this just to be nice), I’d like to offer those of you interested in policy and public service a tip that will be make you … Continue reading →

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Wishing Wendles Well

Posted on July 31, 2014 by mcblogger

The Observer has a pretty good piece up about the Davis campaign and some advice regarding how to fix things. I agree with much of it except for the idea that Wendy needs to recapture her hero status. I’d really … Continue reading →

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Throwing out Corporate Personhood

Posted on July 22, 2014 by mcblogger

Let me state that I get the NEED for limited personhood to be afforded to artificial constructs. However, it’s clear that we have forgotten one thing and it’s that corporations are NOT natural constructs, they are creations of their founders, … Continue reading →

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The end of Chris Christie?

Posted on June 25, 2014 by mcblogger

At Heart of Christie Inquiry, a Law Feared on Wall Street – NYTimes.com. This could be the thing that finally takes down the bloviating asshole. Share on Facebook

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Cheney called out on FOX

Posted on June 20, 2014 by mcblogger

THIS is good… it’s long overdue, but I have to admit it’s wonderful to see. Share on Facebook

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Let me introduce you to Schmucky McSchmuckerson

Posted on June 16, 2014 by mcblogger

Jeff Davis, President of the Austin chapter of Log Cabin Republicans, is a schmuck. While we admit he seems like an earnest and hard working guy, he’s still a schmuck and so are his fellow Log Cabin members. Yes, while … Continue reading →

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And the hits just keep on coming

Posted on June 13, 2014 by mcblogger

In a followup to our piece on property taxes, we found this proposal from Senator Watson which is just complete crap. Here’s a simple rule for everyone in Texas: If a politician tells you they have a solution to high … Continue reading →

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You’re still here? Steve Forbes edition

Posted on June 8, 2014 by mcblogger

Steve Forbes, as many of you know well, would probably be a failed vacuum salesman if not for his luck in the ovarian lottery. Coming out of the right vagina has given Forbes not only wealth but a platform to … Continue reading →

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Top Texas energy official wants step back from wind power subsidy | www.mystatesman.com

Posted on June 5, 2014 by mcblogger

Top Texas energy official wants step back from wind power subsidy | www.mystatesman.com. There are a few points that Donna misses… 1) There are no long term waste storage issues with wind power. 2) There are no long term pollution … Continue reading →

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Anyone know where Sid Miller is?

Posted on May 14, 2014 by mcblogger

Update : Due to a considerable amount of confusion, I’m providing this background material to help you people get the joke. Share on Facebook

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