Diary

Henry Hertzberg on the Clintons vs. Obama

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During the four or five weeks leading up to February 5th—“Tsunami Tuesday,” when voters in states with half the nation’s population participate in a not quite national primary—the emotional texture of the Democratic side of the Presidential campaign changed profoundly. For most of Year One of this insanely elongated process, the Democratic Party had been image [Read More]
Drama, Movies

Charlie Wilson’s War

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Hollywood gives you an entertaining history lesson on how the Soviets were defeated in Afghanistan. Charlie Wilson (Tom Hanks) is a likable congressman who is more interested in alcohol and good-looking women than passing any law. While he lacks diligence and determination on the congressional floor, he recruits what he regards a dream-team staff:  all image [Read More]
Drama, Movies

Juno

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It is difficult for me to write these lines about such a charming film.  The plot has a number of unfortunate flaws.  Juno, the character and the actress playing the role, are magnificent. But the story feels constructed by a writer rather than based on real lived experience. Juno is barely sixteen and seduces a image [Read More]
Humor, People

We Need More Nerds!

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I had forgotten that Bill Gates is a nerd’s nerd. Gates is the living proof that we need more nerds. He is now going to focus his attention and wealth on getting rid of some the biggest health problems in the world. From what I can tell, he may succeed.  See this funny last [Read More]
Diary

Hillary’s problem

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Today I read for the first time in a major newspaper (the Washington Post) the key argument against Hilary Clinton’s run for the presidency. Dear Hillary: How to Bow Out Gracefully Dear Stumped, I am running for leader of the free world, seeking to replace a deeply unpopular president. I am the spouse of his very successful image [Read More]
Diary

The Next President of the United States

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Barring a major terrorist attack on the United States, my money is on Obama. Elections are decided by the independents. They will vote for him rather than the Republican candidate because they want to be part of restoring American values.  Here you can hear why Obama is going to be the frontrunner for the [Read More]