What's that sound?

War drums are beating louder as Iran test fires nuclear missiles. What choice does the U.S. have but to invade Iran? The world is not safe when a country has nukes to defend itself--particularly when said country has plenty of oil. History says so. I mean the U.S. says so.

With the price of oil in the stratosphere and no relief in sight, America is getting thirsty for additional cheap supply. Unfortunately (for the U.S.), the time is wrong for an invasion. The recession at home coupled with the troops being spread too thin indicates that such an adventure is unlikely in the short term.

What I think we're going to see is a prolonged period, say several years, where the Americans will denounce Iran using all the propaganda they can muster. Sound familiar? During this time, Iran will defy all calls to disarm. I always find it ironic that the bullies with the most and the best weapons, not to mention the proclivity to engage in warfare, are always the ones demanding disarmament of others, citing how dangerous they are. Who are they kidding?

Iran is no danger to anyone. If Iran makes a first strike against anyone, I will stand in front of City Hall and literally eat my hat. On the other hand, if anyone would like to take my wager that the U.S. war machine will strike somewhere, anywhere, before Iran does, I'll give you 100 to 1.

Is this thing on?

In the news: Rev. Jesse Jackson has apologized to the Obama campaign for saying he wanted to castrate Obama during a Fox News program. Is this guy unstable or what? In his apology, he stated that he was unaware that his mic was on at the time. Like that excuses it? Would he think it's alright if I met him on the street and called him a nigger since it wouldn't be on a broadcast? Give me a break.

Recently, Jackson also accused Obama of "talking down to blacks". What's wrong with this guy? Does he think Obama is trying to court the white vote? I think Jackson has mental issues. This isn't the first time he's made statements like this.

In 1984, he called New York City "Hymietown," referring to the city's large Jewish population. He later acknowledged it was wrong to use the term, but he said he did so in private to a reporter. Okie dokie--as long as it's in private, you can hate all the Jews you want, Jess...or niggers.

Where are they now?

I was flipping channels (again) and who should I discover but my old friend Illya Kuryakin. Actually, his name is David McCallum. Kuryakin was his character's name on the 60's hit TV show The Man From U.N.C.L.E. He was the second man--the first being Robert Vaughn (above, left). The show I saw McCallum on is NCIS. You may have seen Vaughn's many guest appearances on Law and Order.

You may have wondered why the show was called "man" rather than "men". Apparently, Vaughn was to star solo (his character just happened to be named Napolean Solo), but McCallum's small part in an early episode was a hit with fans and he was made a co-star.

Moment of Truth

Should they rename this TV show "Are you a Worthless Douche Bag?"? I've only watched this show a couple of times, including now as I write this. With the contestant's sister, boyfriend of five months and mom present, she admits:

She has snooped through her boyfriend's computer files.

She has left the scene of a car accident that she was at fault for.

She has woken up in bed with a man whose name she couldn't remember.

She has wished that a part of her boyfriend's anatomy were more endowed.

Now, all this is a pretty sad reflection of her poor character, but lest we forget...she also is the kind of person who would admit to having committed these most vile acts, disgracing herself and hurting, perhaps destroying her most important relationships before an audience of millions...for money.

Even whores conduct their business in private. Yeah..."worthless douche bag" is about right. Maybe they should have a new show called "Why I'm Still Involved With a Worthless Douche Bag".

Note: There's no misogyny in this post. I just haven't had the "pleasure" of viewing a male contestant's answers.

What's an Anderson Cooper?

What kind of a nut would name their child "Anderson"? For those who avoid CNN like the plague, Anderson Cooper hosts "Anderson Cooper 360".


"Anderson Cooper" isn't a name--it's a multi-national pharmaceutical corporati0n. It's two thirds of a law firm. It's a sub-sub-compact car model. But it isn't a person's name. Even if a parent had a sense of humour that sick, why wouldn't the object of such a cruel joke change his name to something sensible the second he learned he could? The only conclusion is that he likes it. That's just sick, isn't it?