Out of Context Archive: December 2008
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Caroline Kennedy to seek Senate seat
Another Kennedy — Caroline — is vying for a U.S. Senate seat. It's "Camelot: The Second Act." Published December 15 2008
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NY governor disses 'SNL' skit
David Paterson did not like his bumbling portrayal on "Saturday Night Live," where blindness apparently marks the height of hilarity. Published December 15 2008
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State lawmakers eye Blagojevich impeachment
Lawmakers in Illinois have begun proceedings that could lead to the impeachment of Gov. Rod Blagojevich. And not a moment too soon. Published December 15 2008
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Political correctness critics release top list of abuses
The halls of academia are awash in political correctness, says a group critical of the movement. Here, it's not PC vs. Mac. It's PC vs. common sense. Published December 15 2008
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Blagojevich weighs his options
Aides to Rod "pay-for-play' Blagojevich say the governor isn't ready to resign and is weighing his options. Well, "weighing" may be too strong a word. Not much weight there. Published December 15 2008
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Palin tops 'memorable quotes' list
Say what you will about Alaska Gov. Sarah Palin, she is quotable. Published December 15 2008
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McCain can't vow support for Palin presidential run in 2012
John McCain says he can't promise to back Sarah Palin if she runs for president in 2012. Has he forgotten about pit bulls and soccer moms already? Published December 15 2008
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One of Big Three likely to face closure
A country without Ford, Chrysler or GM? What would that be like? Ask Pontiac, Oldsmobile . . . Published December 14 2008
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Iraqi throws shoes at Bush in Baghdad
An Iraqi journalist threw a pair of shoes at President Bush. It was a special way to say farewell — but something got lost in translation. Published December 14 2008
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Republicans pounce on Democrats' scandals
Republicans are crowing over the Democrats' scandal woes, now that the proverbial shoe is on the proverbial other foot. Published December 14 2008
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Poverty advocates attempt to revive issue
John Edwards' scandal killed not only his presidential campaign but also his signature issue, poverty, which advocates are trying to bring back to the forefront. Godspeed, y'all. Published December 14 2008
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Web site hits politically correct Christmas carols
A British Web site is mocking churches whose vicars have changed the lyrics of traditional Christmas songs. God bless us, every one. Published December 14 2008
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Senate GOP hits White House move on auto industry bailout
Senate Republicans are criticizing the White House's move to provide bailout funds to the auto industry. How about a little bipartisanship here? Oh, they're in the same party? Never mind. Published December 13 2008
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White House nixes the Obamas' early move to Blair House
The White House has rejected the Obamas' request to move into Blair House two weeks before the traditional date of arrival for a president-elect and his family. Perhaps if they had asked for a bailout, they'd have received more accommodation. Published December 13 2008
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Speculation swirls around Hayden-Obama briefing
A highly classified briefing by CIA Director Michael V. Hayden has some wondering if he will keep his job in the Obama administration. Especially Hayden himself. Published December 13 2008
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Obama picks NYC housing chief for HUD
President-elect Barack Obama has selected a former Clinton administration official to head HUD. It seems that, after criticizing the Clinton administration during the campaign, Obama has had a change of heart. That's change we can believe in. Published December 13 2008
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Report: Emanuel discussed Senate seat with Blagojevich's aide
Rahm Emanuel, President-elect Barack Obama's pick for chief of staff, discussed filling a vacant Senate seat with Illinois Gov. Rod Blagojevich's chief of staff. Has the jinx of the Chicago Cubs spread to the Obama camp? Published December 13 2008
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Jellyfish swarms ruining beaches
Large numbers of stinging jellyfish are making vacationers retreat from ocean beaches around the world. Somebody needs to teach these jellyfish a lesson, take 'em back to school. (Sorry. Couldn't resist that one.) Published December 13 2008
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Illinois battling Louisiana for corruption title
Illinois and Louisiana are competing for bragging rights as the most corrupt state. I suspect there might be some cheating going on here. Published December 12 2008
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Blagojevich tells pastors he's innocent
The Illinois governor invited pastors to his home to say he didn't do it. He doesn't recognize the voice on the FBI recordings, but you know, everybody thinks they sound funny on tape. Published December 12 2008
