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Hooray for Hollywood »

By Nail Em Up on Mar 8, 2010 in Entertainment, Hollywood, Media, Oscars, Women | 46 Comments

In the Old Testament, a young shepherd vanquished a formidable giant in the Valley of Elah. At the 2010 Oscar ceremony, David again triumphed over Goliath with a stone called “The Hurt Locker.” The flood of awards moved viewers around the world. Underdog stories are always good for a tear or two, much like the [...]

American Idol »

By Nail Em Up on Feb 11, 2010 in Barack Obama, Bill Clinton, Democratic Party, Hillary Clinton, Media, Media Bias, Media Handling of Story, Media, Print, Media, Radio, Media, Television, Obama-Barack & President Barack, President Barack Obama, Presidential Candidates, Republican Party | 167 Comments

There’s a special genre of publication that caters exclusively to excitable, starstruck young women. “Tiger Beat”, “Bop” and “16″ are fluffy magazines tailored to satisfy the swoony dreams of adolescents as they fantasize about the teen idol de jour. The packaging of a fantasy is an art in and of itself cleverly crafted by publicists, [...]

Billion Dollar Conversion »

By Nail Em Up on Feb 4, 2010 in 9/11, AfPak Border, Afghanistan, Al Qaeda, Christianity, Current Affairs, Foreign Policy, Jihadists, National Defense, National Security, Pakistan, Religion, Taliban, Terrorism, United Nations | 23 Comments

This post carries an offer for the religious conservatives. Those who consider themselves good Christians, the ones who talk incessantly about family values and the importance of virginity. The ones who go to Church every Sunday and incorporate Jesus into every nonsensical thought that comes out of their mouths. The wholesome, flag-waving American-born Christians. For [...]

The Lyin’ Tamer »

By Nail Em Up on Feb 2, 2010 in ABC News, Current Affairs, John Edwards, Media, Television, Republican Party, Republicans, Sexism | 77 Comments

A Republican political consultant and spin doctor once gave a young reporter a piece of advice. ”When dealing with a politician think like a lion tamer. Have you ever asked yourself why a lion tamer goes into the ring with a loaded gun at his side? That’s because he knows that even though he’s been [...]

What Would Lyndon Do? »

By Nail Em Up on Jan 29, 2010 in ABC News, Barack Obama, Congress (House & Senate), Current Affairs, Democrats, Economy, Media, Media, Print, Obama Administration, Obama-Barack & President Barack | 105 Comments

An “accidental” President, thrust into office following the shocking assassination of his young, vital predecessor, takes the reins of power. He has inherited a war that is rapidly turning into a quagmire. Landmark legislation lingers on the Hill. The country is struggling with the divisive issue of civil rights. Congressman – Senator – Vice President [...]

No We Can’t? »

By Nail Em Up on Jan 26, 2010 in Barack Obama, Current Affairs, DNC, Democrats, Health Care | 21 Comments

One of former President John F. Kennedy’s favorite sayings was “success has many fathers. Failure is an orphan.” What would the assassinated President make of this week’s special election in Massachusetts, where a little-known Republican won the seat held by John and Bobby Kennedy’s younger brother Teddy for 47 years? What would they make of [...]

Pakistan’s Professional Widower »

By Nail Em Up on Jan 2, 2010 in Bobby Kennedy, Martin Luther King, Pakistan | 2 Comments

The professional widow serves a particular role in American life. Generally these women were the wives of prominent political figures who were assassinated or came to some sort of tragic end. The group includes Ethel Kennedy, widow of Bobby Kennedy; Betty Shabazz, widow of Malcom X; and Coretta Scott King, widow of Martin Luther King [...]

That’s Not Cricket »

By Nail Em Up on Mar 3, 2009 in Pakistan | 19 Comments

 (Bumped up by Susan from late Sunday night. This provocative post is in response to my posting of an interview by Fareed Zakaria with famous cricket legend and Pakistani politician Imran Khan. [No! I don't mind that he disagrees! I only posted Khan's interview to stimulate discussion!] Nail ‘Em Up is a noted blogger from [...]

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