It’s that time of year again, when trees are blooming and legislators give a sop to their constituents, trying to make believe that their version of Christianity is the state religion of Pennsylvania and the US. Last year it was the nonsense about the “Year of the Bible”, which I posted about here, and here, … Continue reading Not So Polite Dinner Conversation – It’s spring and the PA legislator lies are in bloom!
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Not So Polite Dinner Conversation – Corbett still desperately looking for voter fraud, recruiting citizens to report on their neighbors
And when you don't think that politicians in Pennsylvania could get any worse, they suprise you again. Now, we have a website, courtsey of Governor Corbett and Secretary Aichele, that encourages you to report your neighbors if you think that they are committing voter fraud. Yes, since Corbett has been shown wrong repeatedly in his support of … Continue reading Not So Polite Dinner Conversation – Corbett still desperately looking for voter fraud, recruiting citizens to report on their neighbors
Not So Polite Dinner Conversation – “Think of the children!” only when convenient
The supporters of "family values" strike again! The latest hypocrisy here in Pennsylvania is perpetrated by Representatives of *both* parties, sadly enough. Rep. RoseMarie Swanger(R), Rep. Thomas Caltagirone (D), Rep. Mark Gillen(R), Rep. Keith Gillespie(R), Rep. Adam Harris(R), Rep.Mike Tobash(R), have all decided that women won't get more help from welfare for an additional baby over a certain number *unless* she can prove … Continue reading Not So Polite Dinner Conversation – “Think of the children!” only when convenient
Not So Polite Dinner Conversation – Pennsylvania politicians at it again
Well, this week we have a twofer. We have Patrick Toomey, a US senator from PA, unable to stand his own additions to the veteran's jobs bill, was evidently forced to oppose everything that Pat Toomey stands for. Or he was voting against veterans? Which was it Pat? Can't be seen helping some of those folks … Continue reading Not So Polite Dinner Conversation – Pennsylvania politicians at it again
What the Boss Likes – Pennsylvania Geology
Finally some geology. I had been wanted to do a bit about the spectacular geology in Pennsylvania for a while now and finally got around to taking my camera long to take shots of a very nice road cut. Of course, after scrambling up a embankment to get some photos, I find that Google Maps … Continue reading What the Boss Likes – Pennsylvania Geology
What the Boss Likes – PA State Atheist/Humanist Conference, Harrisburg Crowne Plaza, September 28-20, 2012
A bit on the side of short notice, I’ve just discovered that the local atheist and free-thought groups in Pennsylvania are having a conference here in the state’s capitol the end of September this year. They have an excellent list of speakers. I’m not a member of any of the local groups, not being that … Continue reading What the Boss Likes – PA State Atheist/Humanist Conference, Harrisburg Crowne Plaza, September 28-20, 2012
Not So Polite Dinner Conversation – PA’s Voter ID law stands, for now
In Pennsylvania, the GOP/TP “suddenly” became alarmed by all of the voter fraud. They can’t show that it happens in any numbers above fractions of a percent, but oh, they did need to change the laws. Funny how it wasn’t a problem for them UNTIL a Democrat who happened to not be “white” won the … Continue reading Not So Polite Dinner Conversation – PA’s Voter ID law stands, for now
Not So Polite Dinner Conversation – Critical thinking, the lack of it and the usual result on the theistic mind
I’ll admit it was nice when I still was sure that some magical being that is omnipotent and omniscient agrees with whatever you decide it does. You can claim anything for this god and be sure that it has your back. If something happens that wasn’t what you wanted, you just convince yourself that this … Continue reading Not So Polite Dinner Conversation – Critical thinking, the lack of it and the usual result on the theistic mind
Not So Polite Dinner Conversation – Pennsylvania legislators tell the truth….inadvertently
In a prior post, I discussed the voter ID law and how it would impact those who would tend not to vote for the Republicans/Tea Party. And now we know that the Republicans meant it that way by their own words. House Majority Leader Mike Turzai - R, Allegheny County has forgotten his talking points … Continue reading Not So Polite Dinner Conversation – Pennsylvania legislators tell the truth….inadvertently
Not So Polite Dinner Conversation – Gov’t too big, unless we want it to be that way
Pennsylvania lawmakers are at it again. Today, we have HB 2400, introduced by Rep. Marsico and unfortunately supported by both sides of the aisle: MARSICO - R, CALTAGIRONE - D, STEPHENS - R, TURZAI -R, AUMENT -R, BAKER - R, BARBIN - D, BARRAR - R, BOBACK -R, BOYD -R, CLYMER - R, D. COSTA … Continue reading Not So Polite Dinner Conversation – Gov’t too big, unless we want it to be that way
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