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Water Cooler Archive: February 2013

• Irony: Rep. Keith Ellison historically spoke more than Sean Hannity during his Fox News appearances

  A new, painstaking academic report finds that Rep. Keith Ellison received more time to speak his mind on Mr. Hannity's nightly show than during any of congressman's other primetime appearances on the network. Published February 28 2013

• Bashing Benedict: networks revel in bad pope jokes and scandal

  Even as the frail former pontiff exits the world stage, the "big three" broadcast networks have gone overboard with tacky coverage, at Pope Benedict XVI's expense. And someone has counted the incidents, one by one. Published February 28 2013

• Dr. Ben Carson: Can Americans still endure hardship?

  Three weeks after his prayer breakfast speech and calls for him to run for president, Dr. Ben Carson has some straightforward questions for the nation. Published February 28 2013

• Morrissey: War is a 'heterosexual hobby'

  Morrissey is one of the most popular and studied English rockers of all time. He's also a activist. And because of that, he's often asked to expound on any number of public policies areas. In a recent interview with rookiemag.com, he had an interesting solution for creating a more peaceful world: we need more gay men. Published February 27 2013

• Dr. Ben Carson will speak at CPAC after stealing spotlight from President Obama

  The American Conservative Union announced that Dr. Ben Carson will be a featured speaker at CPAC 2013 - the 40th annual Conservative Political Action Conference in mid-March. Published February 27 2013

• Obama activists now soliciting "sequester stories" from worried citizens

  Organizing for Action, the aggressive grassroots non-profit that grew out of President Obama's 2012 campaign, is now seeking "sequester stories" from loyal Democrats and progressives. Published February 27 2013

• Going rogue: Feisty tea party raises $1 million

  The largest umbrella group for the grassroots movement has been seeking small donations - a "money bomb" - as proof of their political prowess in uncertain times, but against certain foes. Published February 27 2013

• Hola, America: the unemployment rate in Mexico is 5 percent

  A new Gallup poll indicates that things are getting better south of the border. There's more work in Mexico now, and more reason to stay put. Published February 26 2013

• And the Oscar goes to ... President Obama's sequester drama

  Would anyone have been surprised if President Obama had shown up during the Academy Awards to talk about the sequester? He might have won a special Oscar for orchestrating the best script. Published February 25 2013

• Watch Chris Christie sound off on scandal-scorched Sen. Robert Menendez (Video)

  Governor Chris Christie is never at a loss for an opinion, hear his take on Menendez and Oprah. Published February 25 2013

• Many question Michelle Obama's appearance at Oscars, including Iranian media

  A sizable audience was plenty rattled When first lady Michelle Obama stepped forward in a glittering silver dress for the grand finale of the Academy Awards. Published February 25 2013

• Nashville's new nickname: 'Little Kurdistan'

  According to a new analysis of foreign born populations, the fastest growth in the numbers of newcomers is taking place in unusual spots around America, all essentially in Red States. Published February 23 2013

• Oscarnomics: The true cost of the red carpet

  The event may be annoying, but the Academy Awards presentation is an economic powerhouse. Published February 22 2013

• Gallup: 51 percent of U.S. Catholics say new pope should maintain traditions

  As the pontificate of Benedict XVI ebbs, American Catholics have mixed feelings about the direction of their church. Published February 21 2013

• Ben and Jerry's new flavor: Campaign finance reform

  The manufacturer has launched the Stamp Stampede, a grass roots advocacy campaign promoting campaign finance reform that will "stamp money out of politics," and foster a Constitutional amendment. Published February 21 2013

• The Trillion Dollar Coin, yours for $9.95

  American Mint has just issued the "$1 Trillion Coin," a gleaming, platinum-plated collector's coin that shows what the legendary, imaginary trillion-dollar coin could look like. Published February 20 2013

• Rep. Sheila Jackson Lee makes time to honor rapper

  Young Jeezy took a little break from the NBA All-Star Weekend festivities to be honored by Houston Rep. Sheila Jackson Lee over the weekend. The congresswoman presented the rapper with the "Certificate of Congressional Recognition" for his community work throughout the country, the Houston Chronicle reports. Published February 20 2013

• Mitt Romney returns to CPAC

  Former Republican presidential nominee Mitt Romney will appear at the Conservative Political Action Conference next month, Published February 20 2013

• Tea party: Karl Rove's Nazi costume in email added by 'outside vendor'

  The questionable depiction of Karl Rove in a "Nazi" uniform that was included n a recent e-mail was a doctored fake done up in sepia tones, and a mistake. Published February 20 2013

• Colo. Rep. Joe Salazar's comments on guns and rape spark Twitter fury

  Colorado state Rep. Joe Salazar's comments about rape have sparked an unflattering trend on Twitter. Published February 19 2013