So the government does, in fact, still work for the people! Yesterday’s signing of the Energy Bill — with its mandate to increase auto fuel efficiency to 35 mpg by 2020 — gives me a little hope for that The People may still be in charge. At least every now and then, anyway. And maybe…
Like women needed more road blocks! I’ll let Planned Parenthood explain: … 136 representatives and 28 senators have gone on record saying that birth control should be made affordable for the low-income women and students affected by the recent price hike. So far, so good, right? But the thing is — birth control isn’t very…
Wanted to pass along a message from the Nevada Conservation League urging folks to get in touch with Sens. Reid and Ensign before the vote tomorrow. This is it. The moment we have been waiting for – the energy bill is going to be voted on in the Senate TOMORROW. Earlier this week, the Senate…
Sometimes the universe reaches out and gives you a nudge. I can take a hint, usually. A few weeks back a reporter from a local paper that shall go unnamed sent me an e-mail with a survey of questions about my role as a “political blogger” in Nevada. Why did you start your blog? What…
Everybody’s talking about the Oprah/Obama thing. I even saw a teaser for Extra with something about it. Why am I the only person who doesn’t seem to care about this? Yes, Oprah is a highly powerful — perhaps even the most powerful — entertainer in America. I still don’t care. Celeb endorsements of candidates ……
Things worth mentioning: Obama will be the first to launch Presidential campaign ads in Nevada. [Update: Clinton announced her ads are starting, too.] Speaking of Dem Prez hopefuls, I like The Minx’s take on the Clinton conspiracy du jour. Nevada’s HDQ of the National Environmental Trust issued a statement Friday saying they applaud Sen. Reid…
This is a cool idea. Green Drinks is a regular mixer for people concerned about the environment. The next mixer is from 6-7:30 p.m. on Dec. 11 at McMullin’s Irish Pub (on Trop next to the Orleans). — Emmily
Want more proof that Republicans are dicks? Here it is, straight from the Gallup poll: “Republicans are significantly more likely than Democrats or independents to rate their mental health as excellent… Fifty-eight percent of Republicans report having excellent mental health, compared to 43% of independents and 38% of Democrats.” How does this prove that Repubs…
On Monday, Dec. 3 you can let the Department of Energy know exactly how you feel about a nuclear waste dump in our backyard. Officials will be hearing public comments during their meeting from 4-7 p.m. Let ’em have it! The meeting’s at Cashman Center, 850 Las Vegas Blvd. North. In addition, Erin over at…
Stuff’s happenin’ folks. Before we completely lose our minds to the holidays, check this shit out. Beauty may be in the eye of the beholder but the free Defining Beauty conference is scheduled for Dec. 1 at UNLV. There are lots of sweet things planned for the one-day event, including a keynote address by Naomi…
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