I didn’t watch Ann Romney speak last night at the Republican National Convention. Sacrilege? Perhaps. But let me ask you something — whatever your political persuasion is — did you learn anything substantive? Did you move from a maybe to a yes or no? I am willing to bet not, and I’m not a betting…
The Romney campaign has gone all flibbidy-woo over Paul Ryan, making him the GOP vice presidential candidate. And, apparently, everyone in my generation (Hello, Gen Xers!) are going to be super happy about it. (Not.) I’m not sure who’s more happy about this nomination, my liberal friends or the conservatives who hate us. But one…
Dems step up: The Democratic Party are poised to include an official plank supporting same-sex marriage, among other pro-LGBT issues. It’s good news. But honestly, I sort of thought it was already in there. So… it’s about time. The hits just keep coming: Women lose in Arizona as news came out today that a federal…
Call this my impromptu Get-Out-The-Vote Week. And today’s impassioned plea for you — especially you women — to get your butts to the voting booth comes from Tara Brosnan, Field Organizer for the Nevada Advocates for Planned Parenthood Affiliates: Are you disillusioned with politics? Are you so fed up with the attacks on women’s health…
Nevada friends, this is your mid-day reminder that if you have not already voted in the primary election — GET THEE TO A VOTING BOOTH! Today is the day! Find your polling place here. Clark County specific info available at http://www.clarkcountynv.gov/Depts/election (sorry no link, experiencing technical difficulties). If you need a crib sheet, or two,…
After an unscheduled bit of time off (my apologies), let’s get right into it: Boy meets world: Turns out, TV isn’t bad for you… if you’re a white boy. Anyone else — especially girls and boys of other races — not so much. Boys club: Former NFL defensive back Wade Davis came out last week,…
It’s time to get out there and make a difference! Early voting for the primary has begun! Need some pointers on which candidates pack a progressive punch? Try these guides on for size: ProgressNow Nevada’s Voter Guide League of Women Voters guide Planned Parenthood — Nevada region — voter guide Other useful election information (including…
Ever since I was a kid, I have always been fond of making “mixed tapes” and finding the perfect match of mood and music. And sometimes I get inspiration from the most random or seemingly droll places — like the Republican primary ballot, for instance. But the more I’ve been thinking about it, the more…
The lovely folks at Planned Parenthood are having pre-caucus breakfasts before both the Democrat (Jan. 21) and Republican (Feb. 4) events. Here are the details and information on their pro-women platform: THE CAUCUSES ARE COMING! The Nevada Caucuses are rapidly approaching! The Nevada Democratic Caucus is Saturday, January 21st. Registration starts at 11 am and…
The issue of redistricting got me thinking about the people who represent us. The elected officials who represent me, you, our kids, our neighborhoods, our schools … and so on. Are your elected officials — who are supposed to be representing your interests — anything like you? Do they match your values? And would it…
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