Archive for Current Affairs

You are browsing the archives of Current Affairs.

Marketing the 2008 Presidential Candidates

I’d like to take a different look at the 2008 Presidential Election. Yes, the issues (Iraq, Immigration, Taxes, etc.) are all fascinating; but, in elections, I’m always interested in seeing how candidates present themselves and attack the campaign trail. As of today, it seems as though Barack Obama has the momentum on the Democratic side, [...]

New Orleans 2 Years Later

It’s been two years now since Katrina hit my town. I was just commenting to my best friend, now roommate, last night that I can’t believe it’s been 2 years since. I’m having trouble believing that it’s been a year since I wrote my last annual post! Last year I reflected on [...]

Best Cab Ride Ever!!

Mike Vick Follow-Up: The Real Issue

Since my last post, Michael Vick worked out a deal with the FBI. Like I said earlier, the FBI doesn’t accuse unless they know they’re going to win; so I knew whether in court or on paper he would be found guilty.
I’m still hearing the ignorant cries of racism. I have to learn [...]

iPhone Follow-Up: Network Choice

I recently wrote about the Apple iPhone release and my predictions/concerns for the product. One of my concerns was why Apple (a great brand) chose at&t (a largely confused brand) to handle its coverage. An article from Business Week here presents some nice light to the question.

Paul Krugman and New York Times Hypocrisy

Praise Inflation

I can’t take credit for coining the term praise inflation
seen in the title. The credit goes to Mr. Jeffrey Zaslow of the
WSJ. Having said that, I did pick up (AKA click to) the article read it
and ‘borrow’ the title…so can I please have my damn cookie now? I’ll be
out to lunch in [...]

Don’t Be Fooled

Dumb, Bored and/or Both?

Midterm Elections 2006: The Young Guns

Politics, Silliness and Sex

9/11: 5 Years Later

Post-Katrina: An Insider’s View from the Outside

So This is Christmas…

Emotional Fire