Posts Tagged ‘Politics’
Bloggers Unite: Express Yourself
I was pleased to see the response to the Bloggers Unite Initiative has been so positive, that bloggers like Kevin from PointlessBanter.net have helped make the media aware of it. And with more exposure, means more people educating themselves on the plight of human rights. I, too, found myself in a bit of a pickle, as I tried to figure out how I could contribute to the cause. How does someone who spends his time making politicians and pop stars look like idiots, spread the word? What could I possibly write about that would be relevant to me?
Well, one plight does come to mind, and is of great concern to bloggers everywhere. Freedom of Expression.
I feel very fortunate, that I am able to take time out my day, and rant about the things around me, no matter how irrelevant or controversial. There are others in this world, who if they tried, would be endangering their own lives. I cannot even fathom what that must be like.
Many of us take freedom of expression for granted. When I turn on CNN, I don’t consider the fact that any of those individuals would see harm for reporting the news, or for expressing their opinions.
When I open the newspaper, I don’t suspect that by publishing a story or an editorial, that someone may get arrested for it, or face death threats.
So, why would I think twice about what I write in my blog?
Fouad Al-Farhan, however, did not share the same attitude when he posted comments on his blog that were critical towards the Muslim faith. And his fears became reality on December 10th of 2007 when he was arrested for an unspecified “violation of non-security regulations.” During the time he we detained in Jeddah, he had no contact with the outside world, with the exception of a single visit he was permitted with his father, and was completely denied the services of a lawyer. His release on April 26th, brought great joy not only to his family, but the Saudi bloggers who campaigned for his freedom. His release was not without its own controversy, as it was revealed that no charges were laid against him. A man was arrested and detained, and it took over four months of “questioning” for authorities to realize that his imprisonment was unjust. What is wrong with this picture? A man was punished for expressing his opinion, and was kept away from his family for 138 days. This type of injustice should not be tolerated, and every person in this world should have the same basic right to express themselves, without fear of punishment or imprisonment.
For more information regarding problems people around the world are facing with the basic right to express themselves, check out:
Amnesty International
Reporters Without Borders
Global Voices Advocacy
More of our normal hilarity, coming soon.
John McCain Eats Puppies
It is disturbing to know, that the man who once referred to mixed martial arts as “human cockfighting”, could stoop so low. It is indeed now a known fact that the senator (and possible future President of the United States) likes the taste of puppy flesh.
During a recent visit to Texas, while on the campaign trail, one of Senator McCain’s assistants was seen in line at a lunch truck and was overhead placing an order for the senator.
“A dog and fries please.”
Can you believe that? A dog and fries. What kind of sick piece of humanity are we dealing with here? “Combat sports should be banned”, but eating someone’s loving pet is acceptable?
Well, sorry senator. I’m going to watch UFC 83 tonight, and I hope someone stops you from consuming anymore canines.
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Tags: campaign 2008, campaigning, dogs, funny, funny photo, funny photos, funny picture, funny pictures, humor, humour, john mccain, photos, photoshop, Politics, puppies, satire, spoof
Clinton Poses Nude For Male Voters
Upon hearing that an Italian porn star was using campaign posters showing off her bottom to garner support from male voters, Hillary Rodham Clinton’s camp followed suit with its own risque ad campaign. When asking famed French photographer Guy LaSnoot about the topless photos, he replied.
“When presented with this task, I did everything in my power not to vomit. When taking the photos, I try not to vomit. When we look at the proofs, I try not to vomit. After several days of airbrushing and reworking the images, I only vomit a little.”
LOLitics: The New Internet Sensation
I’ve grown very weary of the whole LOLCats phenomenon. The first couple examples I ever saw were at least a little funny, but now most I have seen are just plain stupid. I’ve been amused by the various offshoots, as both the LOLbabes and the RIPdogs have amused me (in completely different ways). But now is the time for one true Internet sensation to emerge, and it is LOLitics.
Hillary’s New Campaign Manager
In attempt to regain some momentum from Barack Obama, Hillary Clinton has hired a new campaign manager, who will assist in showing her love for ethnicity.
Coco, who is originally from Africa, took his first day as campaign manager and political witch doctor in stride, and not without its own controversy. Upon taking questions from the press, a frazzled Coco jumped on top of a CNN correspondent, and proceeded to throw feces at other members of the press.
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