Oh Hell Yes!

Oh Hell Yes, California! THAT'S stickin' it to The Man!

Today, I heard a story about California's new moratorium, and I thought "wow. Those idiots over there have actually got something right this time!"

What's it about, you ask?

It's about this. It's about acknowledging something that has been a problem for some time now. Now that California is blocking new fast-food "restaurants"from poor neighborhoods, I would like to know what they are doing about the cost of healthier food alternatives, as well as previously existing fast-food restaurants.

According to the AP article, "The ordinance also makes it harder for existing fast-food restaurants to expand or remodel." Is that enough? In reading the article, I noticed that the moratorium is not indefinite, but thought that it was interesting that certain restaurants were exempted from this new policy-- Subway, El Pollo Loco, and Pastagina (which I've never heard of, yet sounds like some kinda kinky pasta fetish).

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While expensive foods can often be healthier than the cheaper alternative, how many options do lower income families have when it comes to eating healthy? Many people assume that people know what is healthy, and what is not, but is this really a fair assumption? Many Americans do not realize that red meats are rough on your colon, among other things, and continue to eat them anyway. Some people think that sodas are okay to drink when you have completed rigorous exercise. Are we educated as a population on proper dieting? I think not.

What is important is that parents educate themselves for the benefit of their children. I found this quote to be on the ridiculous side (from the AP article):

"Rebeca Torres, a South Los Angeles mother of four, said she would welcome more dining choices, even if she had to pay a little more.

'They should have better things for children,' she said. 'This fast food really fattens them up.'"

I don't think that fast food is the only thing to blame for the growing number of obese children in America. Exercise, a fundamental component of healthy living, is lacking in the majority of these children's everyday routines. Who is to blame for this? I'd say that the education system is at least partially to blame, as they continue to require more time for math and English/language arts classes, and less time for recess and gym class. The parents are also to blame, because they allow their children to spend hours upon hours playing video games, watching reality television, and watching videos on YouTube.

When are we as a society going to get our act together and realize that healthier people are happier people?

Turning Over a New Leaf

I finally feel like a real grown-up! I moved into my D.C. apartment last night (that's right, one step closer... moving from outside the beltway, to inside the capital!), and I'm all ready to go. I'll be taking the Metro in the mornings, once again, evading high gas prices; missing Rush Hour traffic since it will be headed in the opposite direction to and from work; soaking in the culture of Adams Morgan (one of the most fun/wild places in the city); and I will be hosting my first guest tomorrow! Whew...

Obama's Message to Black Americans

Do I think Obama is "talking down" to Black Americans? Of course not!

This article from CNN's Cafferty File asks that very question. I do not feel that Obama is saying anything degrading. What he is saying is the truth. Aside from that imbecile Jesse Jackson, who disagrees? Who are the people who disagree with Bill Cosby when he makes similar statements?

When are we as AMERICANS going to stop blaming others for every single problem. There are plenty of problems that we can solve if we just take a look around our own homes and neighborhood and make the decision to change things-- to evolve.

I just get so irritated. I come from a family where my father's presence had an immediate impact on my upbringing. He was and IS a father --- not a sperm donor. My dad read me books, taught me how to ride a bike, cooked us dinner from time to time, and was a part of my life in every way imaginable. I realize that not every black father is the same way, but my father's actions should be considered the norm-- not the exception.

It's ironic that Jesse Jackson had something to say about this. He's the same sperm donor who had a love child. PLUS, he's a reverend. How holy.

Jesse Jackson Doubles as a Veterinarian

After neutering many pets in Washington, D.C.,
Rev. Jesse Jackson Unveils New Organization

On none other than the admirable FOX News, Rev. Jackson went on the record to state that he has in fact created a pro bono organization along with Edward Scissorhands called The Cut Coalition.

"We cut ding-a-lings and many other things so that your puppy Buttercup don't get knocked up," said Jackson, amidst a series of hand gestures.

This announcement came just before Jackson declared that he would, in fact, neuter Presidential Candidate Barack Obama.

"I just want to cut his nuts off," said Jackson, while using his hands as make-believe scissors.

Sources close to Jackson state that Obama would not be the first politician the Cut Coalition CEO (Chief Erection Obliterator) offered his services to.

"I offered to handle McCain's train, Hillary's artillery, Reid's barbels and Gore's meat marbles," said a poetic Jackson.

Scissorhands had no comment; however, when asked about his role in the organization, he went over to a large potted plant and cut out the logo for the popular show "Nip/Tuck."

For more information on The Cut Coalition, visit www.GoingGoingGoneNuts.org

McCain... When Keepin' it Real Goes Wrong

Old Man River is at it again...


Found this on the CNN Political Ticker:

At a Tuesday campaign event in Pennsylvania, a questioner referred to a recent survey that revealed cigarette exports to Iran rose significantly during the Bush administration. McCain replied jokingly, 'Maybe that's a way of killing them.'"

I hope that I've got some Chappelle Show fans here. Do you remember when he used to do those skits on his show?

'Scuse Me While I Kiss the Sky

Wow. It has been a real whirlwind around here in the office. Finally, time to slack off and blog some more (and even write down the story that I've been carrying around in my head for the last two weeks for Utah)...

Living the "grown-up" life is not a very fun one. The most exciting thing that has happened to me is the receipt of the business cards that just arrived in my mailbox...

I know that I've been letting my readers down (all 5 of you), which is why I am vowing to blog more. There has been so much going on lately, and I've been wanting to write it all down, but, alas, I actually have had to do "real work" the last few weeks.

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Things you've missed:

*I've traveled to Mass, ATL, NYC, and FL in the last month and a half (all driving, with the exception of West Palm).
*I've begun re-reading the biography of Che Guevara that I've been reading for the last 2 years.
*I've played massive amounts of volleyball in spurts.
*I've contemplated socialism.
*I still support Obama!

That about sums up my life over the last few weeks...

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I figure while I'm on here, I might as well blog about one of the many things that pissed me off today...


Did any of you see this story?!?! Does the GOP never learn? They only seem to solidify my opinion of their assholedness (I'm a liberal. I can create new words if I want). What in the world does this accomplish? Does anyone find their little slogan funny? I'm not even going to entertain their ignorance by typing out the words they used. You'll just have to read the story about the jerks.

The Repubicans (no, I didn't forget the L) have no shame. They go to all sorts of desperate measures until they realize that many of their ads are offensive, and they are harming their popularity (or lack thereof) more than they are assisting it. Will they ever learn? I am guessing not. And neither will their media puppet--- FOX.