Atticus

I would have a lot more respect for Sharpton if he would call out Jesse Jackson for the lying, parasitic, hypocritical, opportunistic racist leech he is, rather than joining forces with him. I hope that didn't sound harsh...

There's something about hillary swank that just doesn't look right ...

I think Tony has been having the same problem with A.J.

very true. But I wonder if for some it is not more of a passing fad than a true lifestyle choice? I wouldn't know, being un-gangsterish myself...

thanks for the info! I was beginning to wonder if anyone had checked it out...

Typically I dismiss Al Sharpton as an annoying windbag. But he's finally said something I wholeheartedly agree with. Link to Article Aug 18, 12:07 PM EDT Sharpton Wants More Black Politicians By CLIFF BRUNT Associated Press Writer INDIANAPOLIS (AP) -- Many black youths fall under a spell of "gangster mentality," preventing them from becoming leaders and making a positive impact in politics, the Rev. Al Sharpton said. The civil rights activist faulted Hollywood and the record industry for making "gangsterism" seem cool and acceptable. "We have got to get out of this gangster ment

they wouldn't play my birthday party

thanks! just what I needed on a crap work Friday.

Great addition. I'm with you on "Visions of Johanna." I can't imagine ever getting tired of listening to that song...

Willie is going to be busy as Texas Energy Czar once Kinky Friedman is elected. Maybe in 2012?

I just don't think "interpret" means "stretch beyond the clear meaning of the words." The 1st amendment refers to laws enacted by Congress. If Americans truly want a clear separation of church and state (e.g. no government action that hints at promotion of religion), then why don't we put that in our law, rather than stretching what IS the law?

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I bet he can put back a few...

I think this went up today. Golden Smog

you buying?

I was listening to Highway 61 yesterday afternoon on the way home in the traffic, and some of those lines just floored me. A few of my favorites (please try and include song title): "The sun's not yellow, it's CHICKEN" (Tombstone Blues) "Because the cops don't need you, and man, they expect the same" (Just Like Tom Thumb's Blues) "You just kinda wasted my precious time, but don't think twice, it's alright" (Don't Think Twice) "The ghost of 'lectricity howls in the bones of her face" (Visions of Johanna) "jewels and binoculars hang from the head of the mule" (Visions of Johanna) "I

we still don't have a good working definition for pnenominon

I spent 4 years there for college (vanderbilt). This city has changed dramatically since then. I've only been back a couple of times. It looks like the place you're going is downtown, and there are dozens of things to do in that area these days. My best suggestion would be to walk the downtown streets, and peek in some of the various bars and music clubs and see what you can find. If you want to soak up a little of the local home-cooked-style food, then you must hit these places: Rotier's Sylvan Park (diner) As for hotels, the Holiday Inn at 2613 WEST END AVE is always a safe bet-

A good friend of mine played his album "Documentary" for me one time and I was blown away. He gives several commentaries and background stories about songs and then plays them. Here's a link to it: Townes Van Zandt "Documentary"

Great example! That would be Congress making a law respecting the establishment of religion, and would therefore be prohibited by the Constitution.

I'm not a strict constructionist. But I find the leap with regard to church and state to be insupportable. Good Lord, look what they did with the Commerce clause...

I wholeheartedly agree, but please explain to me how moving from "congress shall make no law" to complete separation of church and state is a mere "interpretation."

how strange...

I didn't take what was posted personally at all. And I enjoyed the Mencken quotes. I've read a lot of Nietzsche too, but I don't use it in my gameplan to aid America in its pursuit of happiness and horrid popular music.