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Bush using California wildfires to destroy evidence

With the shredders and incinerators at the White House working to full capacity to destroy incriminating records of the last 8... more

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Schwarzenegger: stato d'emergenza per la California

Non è certo la prima volta che succede, ma lo Stato della costa Ovest è di nuovo in ginocchio per via degli incendi... more

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California ordered to prepare for sea-level rise

California Gov. Arnold Schwarzenegger on Friday ordered preparations for rising sea levels from global warming, a startling... more

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After the gay-marriage debacle, activists rethink tactics

Advocates like Trantalis say gays should focus less on marriage and more on simply building coalitions with straight politicians and others who can be allies in the political process. "We have to really blend in and show others that the LGBT people are no different than real, ordinary, commonplace people," he said. "We go to the same jobs, the same schools, and have the same God."

But such calls for joining the mainstream won't please everyone in the gay community, many of whom feel that they should not have to look and act like everyone else just to enjoy rights that an increasing number of courts are saying are inherently theirs. And for gays in California, who have had full marriage rights for the past six months, giving up on marriage seems a lot like going backward.

Gay rights activists look at the newly elected Democratic majorities in states like New York and see hope for expanding gay marriage, despite the setbacks on Election Day. New York governor David Paterson has been an outspoken defender of gay marriage, and some hope to press the legislature there to pass laws allowing full gay marriage - though conservative Democrats could well block such an effort. And while momentum may ultimately be on the side of advancing gay rights, Mohler says the fight is moving from courthouses to living rooms. "Both sides recognize this is now a battle for the hearts and minds of our neighbors," he says.

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Don't ask to have the same rights as everyone else and demand to be special. It's one or the other. Either you want to be treated like everyone else is treated or you want to stand out and be treated differently...be it worse or better.

He is right. The tactics that are being used are gaining no ground in the hearts and minds of those that homosexuals need to get what they want. They are not black people. This is not the same. They have to do things differently to win.

And the idea that Democrats are more willing to do what they need or want is proved wrong bye the fact that Florida and California totally gave the opposite of what their color supposedly represented.Advocates like Trantalis say gays should focus less on marriage and more on simply building coalitions with straight politicians... more

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Governator mocks scrawny Obama

"Muscleman-turned-actor-turned-politician Arnold Schwarzenegger called on Barack Obama to beef up his his policies -- and his... more

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18 days ago

Bill Gates penis for safe-sex ads

In a new safe-sex campaign from Belgium, the likeness of stars Bill Gates, Arnold Schwarzenegger, John Lennon and more are... more

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1 month ago

Special interests help bankroll Schwarzenegger's travel

"The identities of some donors bankrolling travel for Gov. Arnold Schwarzenegger and his staff -- information the... more

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1 month ago

Johnson terminates Schwarzenegger

Boris Johnson has got his own back at California Governor Arnold Schwarzenegger, calling him a "monosyllabic Austrian... more

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Robert Redford 'beyond words' over Newman’s death

Paul Newman’s lasting impact in Hollywood was more than evident Saturday, a day after the Oscar winner succumbed to cancer, as stars and pals alike expressed their sadness over his death.

"There is a point where feelings go beyond words," two-time costar Robert Redford said in a statement. "I have lost a real friend. My life – and this country – is better for his being in it."

The pair, who shared heartthrob status in their heyday, starred together in Butch Cassidy and the Sundance Kid in 1969 and again in The Sting, in 1973. A testament to their easygoing friendship: Redford famously gave Newman a dented, engine-less Porsche as a joke for his birthday one year. Newman repaid the favor by having the car crushed and sent back to the actor.

Newman's Absence of Malice costar Sally Field echoed the sentiment of fondness for the Oscar winner. "I was blessed to have known him," she said in a statement. "The world is better because of him. Sometimes God makes perfect people and Paul Newman was one of them."

Victoria Principal, who worked alongside Newman in the 1972 film The Life and Times of Judge Roy Bean, referred to the actor as "my first leading man" in a statement. She added that he "set the bar impossibly high for everyone after that. His generosity was real and inspirational to everyone who knew him and the world was a better place while he was here."

California Gov. Arnold Schwarzenegger saluted Newman for both his “cool” screen persona and his even greater sense of the world around him. “Paul Newman was the ultimate cool guy, who men wanted to be like and women adored," he said. "He was an American icon, a brilliant actor, a Renaissance man and a generous but modest philanthropist."

He continued, “He entertained millions in some of Hollywood’s most memorable roles ever, and he brightened the lives of many more, especially seriously ill children, through his charitable works. Paul was one of a kind. The beloved film star will be missed by a world of fans and admirers. Maria and I send our thoughts and prayers to his wife, Joanne Woodward, his entire family and his many friends.”

Sen. Hillary Clinton and former President Clinton also acknowledged Newman's good deeds in a statement: “Paul was an American icon, philanthropist and champion for children. We will miss our dear friend, whose continued support always meant the world to us. Our prayers and thoughts are with Joanne and the Newman family and the many people who Paul impacted through his endless kindness and generosity.”
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1 month ago

Yauch to make Titanic 2?

Current viewer CMS asks Adam Yauch of the Beastie Boys: If you had the opportunity to remake a film, which one would you choose... more

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1 month ago

Schwarzenegger Terminates Texting While Driving in California

California is joining seven other states and Washington DC by imposing a full-on ban of text messaging while driving. The bill... more

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1 month ago

Governor Terminates Texting While Driving

Gov. Arnold Schwarzenegger signed a bill Wednesday that will outlaw text messaging while driving, the governor's office said.... more

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1 month ago

Schwarzenegger signs bill to outlaw texting while driving

Gov. Arnold Schwarzenegger this afternoon outlawed text-messaging while driving. He signed legislation banning drivers from... more

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1 month ago

21 Ways to Serve America

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Schwarzenegger to Veto Budget and Other Bills - NYTimes.com

The California Legislature finally passed a $104 billion general fund budget by potentially veto-proof two-thirds majorities early Tuesday morning, after setting a record for tardiness.

But Mr. Schwarzenegger, a Republican, said he would not sign it, or very little else, until a “good budget” was passed.

“I say enough is enough,” he said at a news conference in Sacramento. “Californians have been put through this rollercoaster ride too many times.”

In particular, the governor asked for guarantees regarding contributions to a so-called rainy day fund, something he regards as critical to budget reform, which has become central to his second term in office.

Mr. Schwarzenegger said he expected the Legislature to override his veto, but promised to return the favor by sending back most of the laws it passed in the last legislative session. “Every bill will be carefully evaluated, and hundreds of bills will be vetoed,” he said.

Lawmakers on both sides of the aisle said they were prepared to override any budget veto.

“Not getting your way is no reason to veto the state budget,” said Mike Villines, a Republican. “It is disappointing that he would take this unnecessary step that will only prolong our budget stalemate and cause more pain for many Californians.”

Aaron McLear, a spokesman for the governor, said the veto could come by Friday, when he expected the budget to be delivered, and lawmakers suggested an override vote shortly after. Leaders on both sides admitted that the budget was a disappointment and that lawmakers were likely to face similar problems next year. “We tried,” Ms. Bass said. “But we weren’t able to do anything better.”

Under the bill, the state would close a $15 billion budget gap with about $9 billion in cuts and additional revenue essentially borrowed from future tax payments. Some tax exemptions, including business losses, would be temporarily suspended, and some loopholes would be closed.

Republicans in the Legislature had refused to consider new taxes desired by Democrats. And because California law requires two-thirds majorities for tax increases, several proposals, including a one-cent increase in the sales tax, were nonstarters.

All of which led to more than a little frustration.

“This is not a budget the Democrats or the governor wanted,” said Don Perata, a Democrat and Senate president pro tem. “It’s a failure. But Republicans had the final say — and they said no.”The California Legislature finally passed a $104 billion general fund budget by potentially veto-proof two-thirds majorities early... more