Thursday, 17 May, 201217 May, 1875 - The first Kentucky Derby was run at Louisville, KY.
17 May, 1954 - The U. S. Supreme Court unanimously ruled for school integration in Brown vs. Board of Education of Topeka. The ruling declared that racially segregated schools were inherently unequal. Today in History Hezbollah leader responsible for killing two U. S. soldiers set for release.... CNN hits 15 year low... Fear and confusion rule in Greece..... Obama convention plans in North Carolina going awry for Democrats...... Military detention law blocked by Federal Judge..... Editorial: Obama and GM cook the books.... Poll of the Day: 28% say country headed in right direction....... Wednesday, 16 May, 201216 May1868 - U.S. President Andrew Johnson was acquitted during the Senate impeachment, by one vote. 16 May, 1971 - U. S. postage for a one-ounce first class stamp was increased from 6 to 8 cents.
Today in History Iran nuclear program vastly expanded under Obama.... Zimmerman had cuts and black eye after Trayvon Martin shooting...... Trayvon had injuries to knuckles...... Mortgage delinquencies decline to lowest level since 2008..... U. S. leads major war exercise in Jordan....Largest exercise in the Middle Eats in ten years. Army Chief - budget cuts would hollow military..... Greeks withdraw $894 million from banks in one day.... General Motors to quit Facebook ads..... Editorial: Taxifronia follies..... Poll of the Day: 62% say U.S. is currently in recession........ Tuesday, 15 May, 201215 May, 1948 - Prime Minister David Ben-Gurion proclaimed the independent State of Israel as British rule in Palestine came to an end. 15 May, 1975 - U.S. forces raided the Cambodian island of Koh Tang and recaptured the American merchant ship Mayaguez. All 40 crew members were released safely by Cambodia. Today in History Lawmakers seek charges against leaker of al Qaeda informant..... Iran boasts that USA has abandoned Israel..... Mexico Cartels in feud, 48 decapitated bodies found..... Newsweek cover - First Gay President........ Judge rejects new rule on union organizing..... Vulnerable Democratic Senators balk at supporting President's gay marriage stance...... Editorial: Greece can no longer delay Euro Zone exit...... Poll of the Day: Romney now leads Obama among women.... Sunday, 13 May, 2012Happy Mother's Day13 May, 1846 - The U. S. declared that war already existed with Mexico13 May, 1981 - Pope John Paul II was shot and seriously wounded in St. Peter's Square by Turkish assailant Mehmet Ali Agca. Today in History GOP congressmen want aoplogy from DEMS over vote against NYPD....... Vulnerable Democratic Senatots balk at President Obama gay marriage stance..... Saturday, 12 May, 201212 May, 1949 - The Soviet Union announced an end to the Berlin Blockade. 12 May, 1975 - U.S. merchant ship Mayaguez was seized by Cambodian forces in international waters. Today in History Rescued girl tells sister - "Now we can go home"...... Fury grows over outing of double-agent infiltrated al Qaeda.... U.S. drone strike kills six al Qaeda in Yemen..... Appeals court declares "Day of Prayer" unconstitutional...... Editorial: After decades of borrowing, Europe facing hard choices..... Poll of the Day: Romney 50% Obama 42%....... Thursday, 10 May, 201210 May, 1869 - Central Pacific and Union Pacific Rail Roads meet in Promontory, UT. A golden spike was driven in at the celebration of the first transcontinental railroad in the U.S.10 May, 1994 - Nelson Mandela was sworn in as South Africa’s first black president. Today in History Senator Reid hints at repeal of 'Defense of Marriage Act'....... Democrats may move DNC Convention out of North Carolina.... al Qaeda designs bombs to hide in cameras, hard drives and pets.... Justice Department sues Sheriff Joe of Arizona..... 78% of California 8th grade students fail national science test..... Oldest Mayan calendar found..... Editorial: Destroy the economy, save the planet.... Poll of the Day: 37% give President Obama positive marks and handling economy.... Wednesday, 9 May, 20129 May, 1994 - South Africa's newly-elected parliament chose Nelson Mandela to be the country's first black president. Today in History Senator Lugar loses battle in Indiana...... North Carolina voters approve ban on gay marriages... 1 in 6 cancers caused by preventable infections.... Prison inmate in West Virginia gets 40% of the vote against President Obama's 60% in Democratic primary.... Greek 'Euro exit'.... Editorial: Obama's ridiculous To-Do list...... Poll of the Day: 61% believe Europe needs to cut government spending to save the economy .... Tuesday, 8 May, 20128 May, 1945 - President Harry S. Truman announced in a radio address that World War II had ended in Europe. VE-Day.8 May, 1999 - The Citadel, South Carolina's formerly all-male military school, graduated its first female cadet. Today in History Election storms overseas could cause ripples in U. S. Presidential elections.... Israeli elections cancelled.... U.S. examines new al Qaeda device...... Nanny State: State bans bake sales.... Worker jumps into vat of acid to save fellow worker..... Editorial: Vice President Biden's gay-marriage gaffe is mess for White House...... Poll of the Day: New Low: 44% predict U. S. economy will be stronger in 5 years..... Monday, 7 May, 20127 May, 1915 - The Lusitania, a civilian ship, was sunk by a German submarine. 1,198 people were killed. 7 May, 1945 - Germany signed unconditional surrender ending World War II. It would take effect the next day.
Today in History Putin sworn in as Russia's President........ France's election casts doubt on austerity....... President Obama's reelection bid kicks off with over 5000 empty seats..... Editorial: Latest employment numbers are not encouraging....... Poll of the Day: 63% oppose 'sin' tax on junk foods...... Sunday, 6 May, 20126 May, 1937 - The German airship Hindenburg crashed and burned in Lakehurst, NJ. Thirty-six people (of the 97 on board) were killed.6 May, 1941 - Bob Hope gave his first USO show at California's March Field. 6 May, 1954 - British runner Roger Banister broke the four minute mile. Today in History Socialist defeats Sarkozy in French elections.... Taliban stronger than before U.S. troop surge..... Is Facebook censoring comments???? Vice President Biden comfortable with gay marriage.... Editorial: Fund Raiser in Chief.... Poll of the Day: 53% think judges more hostile to religion than Founding Fathers intended..... Monday, 30 April, 201230 April, 1789 - George Washington took office as first elected U.S. president.
30 April, 1945 - Adolf Hitler and Eva Braun committed suicide.
Today in History We are in age of 'Late Great Depression'....... First UK's economy shrinks now Spain's.... Republicans prepare contempt citation for Eric Holder over 'Fast and Furious'.... President Obama has held more campaign fundraisers than all five previous presidents combined..... Hundreds rally to support Arizona's Sheriff Joe Arpaio.... Hundreds of pelicans wash up dead on Peru shore..... Editorial Gloomy economic stats raise red flag for Obama..... Poll of the Day: Only 11% think 'War on Terror' is over....... Sunday 29 April, 201229 April, 1945 - The Nazi death camp, Dachau, was liberated. 29 April, 1990 - The destruction of the Berlin Wall began. Today in History President Obama opens up top secret situation room to interview about bin Laden's death.....Politicizing bin Laden raid? Economy's biggest drag is the government....... U. S. home ownership hits decade low..... More Nanny State: Feds want national ban on cell phone use while driving..... Editorial: Stop playing games with student loans.... Poll of the Day: 43% are Conservative on money issues, just 13% Liberal...... Friday, 27 April, 201227 April, 1805 - A force led by U.S. Marines captured the city of Derna, on the shores of Tripoli. 27 April, 1989 - Student protestors took over Tiananmen Square in Beijing.
27 April , 2006 - In New York, NY, construction began on the 1,776-foot Freedom Tower on the site of former World Trade Center. Today in History Supreme Court Justices suggest that Arizona is helping on immigration..... Judge denies request for release of bin Laden raid photos and videos....... Judges block drug testing for welfare recipients and state workers in Florida... 9,000 Marines to relocate from the island of Okinawa, Japan....... First Lady's fantasy - walk out of White house and keep on walking...... Update: Family farm rule withdrawn by White House due to public outcry....... Recent home buyers are now under water because of continued falling home prices...... Editorial: Democrats can't hide Obama's failings..... Poll of the Day: Condi Rice for VP, she has favorable rating of 66%........ Wednesday, 25 April, 201225 April, 1846 - The Mexican-American War ignited as a result of disputes over claims to Texas boundaries. 25 April, 1945 - U.S. and Soviet forces met at Torgau, Germany on Elbe River. Today in History Marines move women closer to combat........ Atheist group demands removal of cross from war memorial........ Obama Nanny State: Obama administration wants to ban kids from farm chores..... Green activists trash park on 'Earth Day'......... Editorial: U.S. economy is so bad we need a fence to keep Mexicans in.... Poll of the Day: 87% believe media more interested in candidate controversy than issues...... Tuesday, 24 April, 201224 April, 1948 - The Berlin airlift began to relieve the surrounded city. 24 April, 1980 - The attempted rescue (Operation Eagle Claw) of the American hostages in Iran failed in the desert of Iran. Today in History Immigration from Mexico reaches zero....More are going home than coming to U. S. Senate Democrats will push bill to block Arizona immigration law if Supreme Court upholds it..... Housing prices are down for a sixth straight month in U. S. ...... Judge OKs settlement of the Mojave Cross case.....VFW will take over property. New cross will be erected. Editorial: Europe unable to stop economic woes..... Poll of the Day: 44% blame government regulations for high gas prices.... Monday, 23 April , 201223 April, 1998 - James Earl Ray died, at age 70, while serving a life sentence for the assassination of Martin Luther King Jr. Ray had confessed to the crime and then later insisted he had been framed. 23 April, 2005 - The first video was uploaded to YouTube.com. Today in History Stocks plunge.... Republicans eye health plan should court overturn reform.... 1 in 2 graduates are unemployed...... Arizona immigration law reaches high court.... Senate broadening probe into Secret Service scandal.... Editorial: The European debt crisis is about to get worse.... Poll of the Day: 65% trust a jury more than a judge...... Wednesday, 18 April, 201218 April, 1775 - American revolutionaries Paul Revere, William Dawes and Samuel Prescott rode though the towns of Massachusetts giving the warning that "the Regulars are coming out." Later, the phrase "the British are coming" was attributed to Revere. 18 April, 1906 - San Francisco, CA, was hit with an earthquake. The orginal death toll was cited at about 700.18 April, 1942 - James H. Doolittle and his squadron, from the USS Hornet, raided Tokyo and other Japanese cities. Today in History President Obama has officially increased the national debt by more than $5 trillion....More than all the Presidents prior to former President Bush combined. Secretary of Defense apologizes for new photos with U.S. troops in Afghanistan.... President Obama's plan to zone the oceans....Unprecedented power grab. Inventor of the World Wide Web savages Big Government attempt to control..... Taliban talks terrify Afghan women...... Arizona voter ID law upheld by courts.... Democrats offer budget but no vote for third straight year...... Editorial: For Obama, immigration reform is always manana..... Poll of the Day: Only 49% say home is worth more than the day they bought it....... Sunday, 15 April, 201215 April,1865 - President Abraham Lincoln died from injuries inflicted by John Wilkes Booth. 15 April, 1912 - The ocean liner Titanic sank at 2:27 a.m. in the North Atlantic after hitting an iceberg the evening before. 1,517 people died and more than 700 people survived.
15 April, 1956 - The worlds’ first, all-color TV station was dedicated. It was WNBQ-TV in Chicago Today in History Wisconsin, Minnesota and Iowa next states to worry about storms.... The dismissal of 12 Secret Service agents in Columbia is the worst scandal in Secret Service history...... Iraq war vet rides for other veterans...... President Obama's engagement policy 'in tatters' after NK launch.... Want to see the President - 'Pay up'.... George Washington named Britain's greatest for ever..... Are there human remains at the Titanic shipwreck site??? Editorial: President Obama's Buffett rule campaign hits dead end.... Poll of the Day: 11% rate U. S. economy as good or excellent..... Friday , 13 April, 201213 April, 1782 - Washington, NC, was incorporated as the first town to be named for George Washington.13 April, 1943 - U. S. President Roosevelt dedicated the Jefferson Memorial.13 April, 1970 - An oxygen tank exploded on Apollo 13, preventing a planned moon landing.
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Today in History Tornadoes likely along central plains tomorrow..... Green jobs slow to materialize...... President Obama paid 20.5% tax rate in 2010..... Jobs rated from best to worst for 2012....... You gotta be kidding: 8th grade student suspended for trying tom hug teacher...... New Mexico firm applies for first horse meat slaughterhouse.... Editorial: Taking different look at the gender gap....... Poll of the Day: 58% have a favorable opinion of Mike Wallace....... Thursday, 12 April12 April, 1945 - President Franklin D. Roosevelt died. He died of a cerebral hemorrhage at the age of 63. Harry S Truman became president.12 April, 1966 - Emmett Ashford became the first African-American major league umpire. Today in History Potential Afghan war plan would replace thousands of troops with SpecOPs teams...... Weekly jobless claims up..... President Obama won't issue ban on gay discrimination....... Secretary of State Clinton to disperse funds to Palestinians over objection of Congress..... The Navy's newest destroyer...... Nearly 1 ion 4 babies born to unwed parents...... Editorial: Rebuffing Obama's gimmicky 'Buffett Rule'.... Poll of the Day: 48% still question stability of U.S. banks..... Wednesday, 11 April, 201211 April,1945 - During World War II, American soldiers liberated the Nazi concentration camp of Buchenwald in Germany. 11 April, 1947 - Jackie Robinson became the first black player in major-league history. He played in an exhibition game for the Brooklyn Dodgers. 11 April, 1968 - U.S. President Johnson signed the 1968 Civil Rights Act.
11 April, 1970 - Apollo 13 blasted off on a mission to the moon that was disrupted when an explosion crippled the spacecraft. The astronauts did return safely. Today in History North Korean rocket fueled, launch imminent.... Two U. S. soldiers killed in helicopter crash in Morocco.... Women in the Obama White House make less money than their male counterparts...... Charles Manson denied parole ........ GSA employees stay 5 days in Hawaii for a1 hour ribbon cutting ceremony.... Just for the record: Strong men vote Conservative..... Editorial: Obama rule - spread the wealth.... Poll of the Day: Governor Christie has 59% approval rating in a very blue state........ Tuesday, 10 April, 201210 April, 1866 - The American Society for Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (ASPCA) was incorporated.10 April, 1998 - Negotiators reached a peace accord on governing British ruled Northern Ireland. Britain's direct rule was ended. Today in History Cop killings have increased 75% since 2009.... Egypt looks to Iran as a strategic partner rather than U.S......Results of 'Arab Spring'. DOW sinking again....Weak jobs report???? New Marlins manager benched for pro-Castro comments...... 13 year old steers school bus top safety after driver passes out..... Why fighting in Syria matters....... Where has all the trading gone? Volume on stock market hits 4 year low...... Editorial: Slow jobs growth underscores Obamanomics failure.... Poll of the Day: 44% think EPA actions hurt economy...... Sunday, 8 April, 20128 April, 2005 - Funeral of Pope John Paul II.8 April, 1789 - The U.S. House of Representatives held its first meeting. Today in History Iran - last chance to end nuclear standoff diplomatically...... New fears of an al Qaeda base in Sahara ....... CBS Mike Wallace dies at 93........ Artist Thomas Kinkade dies at 54....See his paintings - Video of the Day>>>>>> U.S. now addicted to pain killers.... Obama White House is now blaming Bush for GSA video........ Editorial: A dissappointing jobs report .... Poll of the Day: 77% believe Jesus rose from the dead........ Saturday, 7 April, 20127 April, 1933 - Prohibition ended in the U.S.7 April, 1970 - John Wayne won his first and only Oscar for his role in "True Grit". 7 April, 1980 - The U.S. broke diplomatic relations with Iran and imposed economic sanctions in response to the taking of hostages on November 4, 1979.
Today in History Iran - We can produce a Nuke.... NBC fires produces responsible for Zimmerman 911 tape edit..... Unemployment drops to 8.2%...... Record 87+ million Americans not in work force.... Weapons from the fall of the Qaddafi government in Libya used by Mali rebels......Islamic Jihadists . Obama czar Van Jones group plans an American "Arab Spring" revolt...... 78 year old man beaten by tees - They yell "Remember Trayvon Martin"....... Editorial: Two years later, the Obamacare lies continue....... Poll of the Day: 48% know someone who has given up looking for work....... Thursday, 5 April, 20125 April, 1869 - Daniel Bakeman, the last surviving soldier of the U.S. Revolutionary War, died at the age of 109. 5 April, 1964 - General of the Army Douglas MacArthur dies. Today in History White House officials held meetings with representatives from the Muslim Brotherhood..... U. S. braces for another round of home foreclosures.... White House in damage control over President Obama's Supreme Court remarks.... School removes "God" from Lee Greenwood's song 'God Bless the USA'....Parents outraged. Voter ID laws spark heated debate during election year.... Editorial: Divide and conquer, Obama knows exactly what he's doing.....
Poll of the Day: 14% rate U. S. economy as good or excellent... Wednesday, 4 April, 20124 April, 1968 - Martin Luther King Jr. was assassinated at the age of 39.4 April, 1887 - Susanna M. Salter became mayor of Argonia, KS making her the first woman mayor in the U.S. 4 April, 1981 - Henry Cisneros became the first Mexican-American elected mayor of a major U.S. city, which was San Antonio, TX. Today in History Shooter at Oakland Christian college charged...... CIA: Iran has increased Nuke program..... Appeals court fires back at President Obama's court challenge.... Head of United Mine Workers Union: EPA is killing us like bin Laden..... Watchdog group - Solyndra loan was rushed.... President Obama instructs reporters how to report on his issues.... Yahoo lays off 2,000..... Editorial: Pains in Greece stand as a warning for United States..... Poll of the Day: Most Hispanics prefer to be called by country of origin....21% prefer to be called American. Tuesday, 3 April, 20123 April, 1968 - Martin Luther King Jr. delivered his "mountaintop" speech just 24 hours before he was assassinated. 3 April, 1946 - Lt. General Masaharu Homma, the Japanese commander responsible for the Bataan Death March, was executed in the Philippines. 3 April, 1986 - The U.S. national debt hit $2 trillion. Today in History Another solar company with government guaranteed loans goes bankrupt....$2.1 billion..... Iran plans to stick to nuclear path..... President Obama criticizes Supreme Court over healthcare law....... New online threat to New York city from al Qaeda.....See photo of the Day>>>>> Appeals court upholds California ban on affirmative action....... Obama campaign fundraiser faces fraud allegations...... Enhanced video of Zimmerman in police custody appears to show injuries.... U.S. offers $10 million reward for Pakistani militant chief...... Good News : U. S. auto sales soar in March...... Editorial: President Obama needs a crash course in judicial-review..... Poll of the Day: 34% say U.S. economy is getting better, 46% say worse........ Saturday, 31 March, 201231 March, 1870 - In Perth Amboy, NJ, Thomas P. Munday became the first black to vote in the U.S. 31 March, 1918 - For the first time in the U.S., Daylight Saving Time went into effect.31 March, 1995 - Selena is shot and killed in Texas. Today in History White House: Obama thinks Solicitor General did a 'terrific job' defending Obamacare...... Congressional recess tests Obama's promise not to make recess appointments.... Stock Markets have best first quarter since 1998.... North Carolina military post to host atheist concert.... Wisconsin governor to face recall..... Editorial: President Obama's lack of leadership on energy...... Poll of the Day: 58% oppose reducing size of U. S. Nuclear arsenal..... Friday, 30 March, 201230 March, 1870 - The 15th amendment, guaranteeing the right to vote regardless of race, was passed by the U.S. Congress. 30 March, 1981 - U. S. President Ronald Reagan was shot and wounded in Washington, DC, by John W. Hinckley Jr. Two police officers and Press Secretary James Brady were also wounded. Today in History Senate rejects President Obama's call to end oil companies tax breaks.... Homeland Security buying 450 million hollow point rounds of ammunition.... House approves Ryan budget.... Photographs of post-apocalyptic world in major cities..... Is Katy Perry's new video pro military???? Some on left want boycott. Watch video>>>>>> Catholic student group to leave Vanderbilt campus over 'all comers policy'...... Offshoot of the Crips gang suspected of running teenage prostitution ring in Virginia..... Editorial: Obama's policies are responsible for a weak recovery.... Poll of the Day: 60% believe economy is in recession..... Thursday, 29 March, 201229 March, 1951 -Julius and Ethel Rosenberg were convicted of conspiracy to commit espionage. They were executed in June 19, 1953 29 March, 1973 -The last U.S. troops left South Vietnam. 29 March, 1974 - Eight Ohio National Guardsmen were indicted on charges stemming from the shooting deaths of four students at Kent State University on May 4, 1970. Today in History Colorado wildfire crews race to contain fire before winds return..... Jobless claims down..... President Obama's answer to high gas prices: raise taxes on oil companies .... Parents of two murdered British students criticize President Obama.... Pravda endorses President Obama.... Drug maker close to cure for common cold... Rush Limbaugh controversy calms down..... Editorial: Government's case for healthcare law in shambles.... Poll of the Day: 33% think Zimmerman guilty of murder in Trayvon Martin case....52% not sure. Wednesday, 28 March, 201228 March 1885 - The Salvation Army was officially organized in the U.S.28 March, 1979 - A major accident occurred at Pennsylvania's Three Mile Island nuclear power plant.
Today in History
Analysis: New EPA rule a setback for coal....
Michigan militia cleared of charges that they conspired against the U.S. government....
Nanny State: State confiscates newborn over vaccinations....
Iran and Hamas will coordinate response to any Israeli strike on Iran....
Study: School homework offers little benefit.....
Eating lots of chocolate keeps you thin....
Editorial: 'Flexibility' run amok....
Poll of the Day: 68% of Americans angry with President Obama over gas prices.... Tuesday, 27 March, 201227 March, 1836 - In Goliad, TX, about 350 Texan prisoners, including their commander James Fannin, were executed under orders from Gen. Antonio López de Santa Anna.
27 March, 1944 - Thousands of Jews were murdered in Kaunas, Lithuania.
Today in History
President Obama seeks to defuse controversy over missile defense comments made to Russians.....
Obamacare faces crucial decision.......
Justices signal trouble for Obamacare....
Internal memo shows that rank and file of ATF don't trust the 'brass'....
Police: Evidence is consistent with Zimmerman's story in Treyvon Martin case....
Study: earth heated up in medieval times before manmade C02 emissions....
Editorial: Obama refuels Jimmy Carter's failed energy policies....
Poll of the Day: 82% oppose ban on donating food to homeless shelters.... Monday , 26 March, 201226 March, 1804 - The U.S. Congress ordered the removal of Indians east of the Mississippi to
Louisiana.
26 March, 1942 - The Germans began sending Jews to Auschwitz in Poland.
26 March, 1945 - The Battle of Iwo Jima ended.
26 March, 1989 - The first free elections took place in the Soviet Union. Boris Yeltsin was elected.
Today in History
Supreme Court hears historic Obama healthcare law....
President Obama to Russians: "This is my last election. After my election I have more flexibility."
What is he telling others.See video of the Day>>>>
President Obama wants to push for nuclear stockpile reductions....
Top U.S. Commander in Afghanistan sees successes despite setbacks....
Editorial: The Constitution versus Obamacare....
Poll of the Day: 50% say America winning War on Terror.... Sunday, 25 March, 2012(National Medal of Honor Day)
25 March, 1863 - the first Medals of Honor were presented
25 March, 1954 - RCA manufactured its first color TV set and began mass production.
Today in History
U.S. Supreme Court to hear case of President Obama's healthcare law on Monday....
Friday afternoon document dump by White House - White House was all-hands on-deck as Solyndxra collapse neared.....
New York City-funded group teaching homeless how to become 'squatters'....
Black Panthers offer $10,000 reward for capture of Trayvon Martin killer.....
Nanny State: City considers banning smoking in all apartments.....
Editorial: Let's salute National Meal of Honor Day.....
Poll of the Day: 62% say offshore drilling likely to lower gas prices......
Friday, 23 March, 2012
23 March, 1775 - American revolutionary Patrick Henry declared, "give me liberty, or give me death!"
23 March - 1942 - During World War II, the U.S. government began evacuating Japanese-Americans from West Coast homes to detention centers.
Afghan shooting suspect to be charged with 17 counts of murder....
Allawi cites 'dictatorship' and Iran's influence in Iraq....
Student-loan debt tops $1 trillion......
Editorial: Why I'd repeal ObamaCare....
Thursday, 22 March, 2012
22 March, 1903 - Niagara Falls ran out of water due to a drought.
22 March, 1981 - U. S. Postage rates went from 15-cents to 18-cents an ounce.
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Wednesday, 21 March 2012
21 March, 1965 - More than 3,000 civil rights demonstrators led by the Rev. Martin Luther King Jr. began a march from Selma to Montgomery, Alabama.
21 March, 1980 - U.S. President Jimmy Carter announced to the U.S.Olympic Team that they would not participate in the 1980 Summer Games in Moscow as a boycott against Soviet intervention in Afghanistan.
That's playing tough?
Tuesday, 20 March, 2012
20 March, 1922 - The USS Langley was commissioned. It was the first aircraft carrier for the U.S. Navy.
20 March, 1933 - The first German concentration camp was completed at Dachau.
20 march, 2003 - U.S. and British forces invaded Iraq from Kuwait.
Today in History
Monday, 19 March, 2012
19 March, 1917 - The U.S. Supreme Court upheld the Adamson Act that made the eight-hour workday for railroads constitutional.
19 March, 1985 - IBM announced that it was planning to stop making the PCjr consumer-oriented computer.
Sunday, 18 March 2012
18 March, 1968 - The U.S. Congress repealed the requirement for a gold reserve.
18 March, 1990 - The first free elections took place in East Germany.
Sunday, 11 March, 2012
1 March, 1930 - Babe Ruth signed a two-year contract with the New York Yankees for the sum of $80,000.
1 March, 1966 - Three men were convicted of the murder of Malcolm X.
1 March, 2002 - Two columns of light were pointed skyward from ground zero in New York as a temporary memorial to the victims of the terrorist attacks of September 11, 2001.
Saturday, 10 March, 2012
10 March, 1876 - Alexander Graham Bell made the first successful call with the telephone. He spoke the words "Mr. Watson, come here, I want to see you."
10 March, 1969 - James Earl Ray pled guilty in Memphis, TN, to the assassination of Martin Luther King Jr. Ray later repudiated the guilty plea and maintained his innocence until his death in April of 1998.
Today in History
Banks foreclosing on churches in record numbers....
House passes small business bill....
Nanny State: UC California admission applications may have to include sexual orientation....
Sandra Fluke being represented by President Obama's previous communications director....
Former Marine losing fight to adopt IED bomb sniffing dog she served with in Afghanistan....
Both were injured on duty.
Editorial: Obama hides dirty laundry of Fanny and Freddie....
Poll of the Day: Romney 48% and Obama 43%.....
Wednesday, 7 March, 2012
7 March, 1965 - State troopers and a sheriff's posse broke up a march by civil rights demonstrators in Selma,AL.
7 March, 1876 - Alexander Graham Bell received a patent (U.S. Patent No. 174,465) for his telephone.
Decorated war veteran dies trying to save his two daughters from fire....
DOW has biggest loss of 2012....
Five 'Anonymous' hackers arrested....
Utah to Feds - hand over all public lands....
Obama loses Democratic primary in 15 counties in Oklahoma....
Editorial: Stopping Iran's nuclear ambition....
Poll of the Day: 24% owe more on credit cards than a year ago....
Tuesday, 6 March 2012
6 March, 1836 - The thirteen-day siege of the Alamo by Santa Anna and his army ended. The Mexican army of three thousand men defeated the 189 Texas volunteers.
6 March, 1960 - The United States announced that it would send 3,500 troops to Vietnam.
Indiana mom loses legs after saving her two children during tornado.......
Report - Israel has already made decision to attack Iran's nuke program........
Obama administration moving to aid Syrian rebels........
High tech companies from Silicon Valley funding illegal immigrant college students.....
U.S. stocks slide over 200 points.......
Editorial: China's military buildup grows mistrust.....
Poll of the Day: Just 15% rate U.S. economy as good or excellent........
Monday, 5 March, 2012
5 March, 1946 - Winston Churchill delivered his "Iron Curtain Speech".
5 March, 1984 - The U.S. Supreme Court ruled that cities had the right to display the Nativity scene as part of their Christmas display.
Today in History
Tornado death toll at 39....
Netanyahu to Obama - Israel will master of won fate.......
4.0 earthquake hits SF bay area......
al Qaeda in Iraq mounts comeback...
President Obama to hold news conference Tuesday ....
Editorial: The vetting of Barrack Obama....
Poll of the Day: 53% favor repeal of Health care law....
Saturday, 3 March 2012
3 March, 1931 - The "Star Spangled Banner," written by Francis Scott Key, was adopted as the American national anthem. See history>>>>>>>
3 March, 1812 - The U.S. Congress passed the first foreign aid bill.
Heartland pounded by deadly storms......
Storms demolish small towns in Indiana and Kentucky......
U.S. troops killed by Afghan colleagues.....
Sheriff Arpaio - Obama birth certificate a forgery.......
Update - Jewish basketball team that wasn't allowed to be rescheduled was rescheduled and they won.......
That is the power of you and your calls and emails.
Professor Dershowitz - Media Matters (Liberal Group) has crossed the line......
Editorial: Fannie and Freddie drop the ball....
Poll of the Day: 72% want members of Congress banned from trading and investing.......
Thursday, 1 March, 2012
1 March, 1872 - The U.S. Congress authorized the creation of Yellowstone National Park. It was the world's first national park.
1 March, 2003 - Khalid Shaikh Mohammed was captured by CIA and Pakistani agents near Islamabad. He was the suspected mastermind behind the terrorist attacks on the United States on September 11, 2001.
Today in History
Afghan President demands troops responsible for burning Koran be turned over and face trial in Afghanistan...
Sheriff Joe to release findings of investigation into President Obama's eligibility to run for President.....
Federal Judge blocks Arizona's day laborer restrictions....
President Obama says that his apology calmed things down in Afghanistan....
Report: Israel wants U.S. to issue military threat to Iran....
FED Chairman - Nation could be headed for 'massive fiscal cliff'....
North Dakota college risks NCAA sanctions if they don't remove nickname "Fighting Sioux".....
Texas Jewish basketball team loses shot at title because of faith......
Editorial: Obama's double game on fossil fuels.....
Poll of the Day: 55% say U.S. economy in recession....
Wednesday, 29 February, 2012
29 February, 1288 - Scotland established this day as one when a woman could propose marriage to a man. In the event that he refused the proposal he was required to pay a fine.
Today in History
President Obama issues orders keeping terrorist cases in civilian control....
Despite law last year favoring military control.
North Korea suspends nuclear activity for food........
Economy in 4th quarter grew at 3.0%........
3 doomsayers predict economic catastrophe in the future........
Fannie Mae wants another $4.6 billion bailout......
Gas prices hit $5 on Long Island, NY..........
California bill would allow nurses to perform first trimester abortions.......
Some remains of 9/11 victims went to land fill according to report.......
Obama's faith-council quietly disappears.........
Woman arrested in Florida for burning down oldest tree in the world......
3500 year old cypress....
Editorial: Right problem, wrong solution......
Poll of the Day: 54% of voters in Wisconsin oppose the recall of Republican Governor Walker........
Tuesday , 28 February, 2012
28 February, 1993 - U.S. Federal agents raided the compound of an armed religious cult in Waco, TX. The ATF had planned to arrest the leader of the Branch Davidians, David Koresh, on federal firearms charges. Four agents and six Davidians were killed and a 51-day standoff followed.
Today in History
Home prices fell during December in most cities......
Back to 2002 levels.
Obama to cut healthcare for active duty military and retirees but leave unionized defense workers untouched......
Outrageous.
Guantanmo Bay prisoners get a brand new $750,000 soccer field. .........
Durable-goods orders drop by 4%.......
Israel won't warn U.S. of any planned strike on Iran..........
Third victim dies in Ohio school shooting......
Mayor of Chicago gives up 25% of cities youth.......
Was Obama's Chief of Staff.
Editorial: Is Obama opposed to cheap gas?
Poll of the Day: Vast majority of likely voters say that rich and corporations already pay fair share of taxes.........
Friday, 24 February, 2012
24 February1803 - The U.S. Supreme Court ruled itself to be the final interpreter of all constitutional issues.
Today in History
China preparing for space warfare......
States sue to block Obama's contraceptive mandate....
New York columnist mocks Romney's religion.....
IRS still experiencing delays in sending tax refunds.........
First Lady raps the rich at a $300 to $10,000 fundraiser luncheon........
Editorial: Obama's Forrest Gump analysis of rising gas prices........
Poll of the Day: 52% say U.S. safer today than before 9/11.........
Thursday, 23 February, 2012
23 February, 1945 - The 28th Regiment of the Fifth Marine Division of the U.S. Marines reached the top of Mount Surabachi. A photograph of these Marines raising the American flag was taken.
23 February, 1991 - During the Persian Gulf War, ground forces crossed the border of Saudi Arabia into the country of Iraq. Less than four days later the war was over due to the surrender or withdraw of Iraqi forces.
Today in History
Seven Marines die in helicopter crash in Arizona.....
American reporter among dozens killed in Syria.....
Obama apologizes to Karzai for Koran burning......
Threatening letters, containing powdery substance, sent to congressional offices....
Dozens killed in wave of Iraq attacks.........
Oil and gas leaders slam Obama.......
Federal Judge says Washington state can't force pharmacies to sell emergency contraceptives....
GE (General Electric) forcing employees into Chevy Volts........
Editorial: Why did Obama ditch Keystone project....
Poll of the Day: 68% likely to buy Girl Scout cookies this year....
Wednesday, 22 February, 2012
22 February, 1732 - George Washington is born in the Virginia colony.
22 February, 1885 - The Washington Monument was officially dedicated in Washington, DC.
It opened to the public in 1889.
Today in History
Obama to shut down immigration enforcement program.......
White House deflects blame over rising gas prices......
Some drivers in Florida are paying $6 per gallon for gas......
Tax rate of 50% loses revenue for British government.......
There's a shocker.
Dropouts falling behind in job market.....
Senior White House Adviser - "Unemployment stimulates the economy".........
Nanny State: Girl who borrowed asthma inhaler expelled......
Editorial: The Supreme Court revisits discrimination and government......
Poll of the Day: Dissatisfaction with country is almost as low as it was under Jimmy Carter........
Tuesday, 21 February, 2012
21 February, 1965 - Malcolm X was assassinated in New York City at the age of 39 by assassins identified as Black Muslims.
Today in History
Iran threatens pre-emptive strike....
Burned Islamic religious material had 'extremist inscriptions'........
DOW hits 13,000 for first time since 2008.....
Hepatitis C surpasses AIDS as killer....
Especially among Baby-bommers .
Battle lines are drawn over whether Obama is waging war on religion.......
Paltry fundraising by Obama SuperPac prompted Obama to change position on supporting SuperPac's...........
EuroZone $170 billion bailout of Greece........
Is it time to ditch Roe v Wade viability standard????
Editorial: Ominous numbers for Obama........
Poll of the Day: 57% believe that violence in movies leads to violence in society....
Monday, 20 February, 2012
20 February, 1962 - John Glenn made space history when he orbited the world three times in 4 hours, 55 minutes. He was the first American to orbit the Earth. He was aboard the Friendship 7 Mercury capsule.
Today in History Experts fear diseases 'impossible to treat'......... Obama to meet Netanyahu on March 5th at the White House....... 'Act of Valor' to be released Friday.....Real Navy SEALs in starring roles. Johnson&Johnson recalls all infants Tylenol......... Michelle Obama and kids vacation in Aspen less than a month after 17 days in Hawaii.....16th vacation in 3 years......They said President Bush (41) was out of touch with middle class. Editorial: America's muddy voter registration system..... Poll of the Day: Ford still viewed more favorably than GM and Chrysler........ Sunday, 19 February, 201219 February, 1945 - During World War II, about 30,000 U.S. Marines landed on Iwo Jima. 19 February, 1987 - A controversial, anti-smoking public service announcement aired for the first time on television. Yul Brynner filmed the ad shortly before dying of lung cancer. Brynner made it clear in the ad that he would have died from cigarette smoking before ad aired. Today in History Gas prices highest ever for this time of year...... Obama's pledge to cut deficit in half in four years comes back to haunt him........ Supreme Court to review law criminalizing lies about war service and medals.... Iran halts oil imports to Britain and France...... Nanny State: Second 4 year old sent to school cafeteria by "Lunch police".......... Editorial: Obama not so welcome...... Poll of the Day: 46% of Americans believe America's best days are in the past.......That's why we're here. Friday, 10 February, 2012
10 February, 1870 - The YWCA was founded in New York City.
10 February, 1962 - The Soviet Union exchanged capture American U2 pilot Francis Gary Powers for the Soviet spy Rudolph Ivanovich Abel being held by the U.S.
Today in History
Obama announces shift on contraceptive policy.......
Settlement of $25 billion over foreclosures......
About $2000 for each homeowner.
Michigan ends up with surprise surplus under new Republican Governor........
House passes bill ending insider trading.......
Federal government paid over $1.6 billion for free cell phones........
Drug reverses Alzheimer's in mice.......
Editorial: Can't live with China.....
Poll of the Day: 56% rarely go to movies..... Thursday, 9 February, 2012
9 February, 1943 - During World War II, the battle of Guadalcanal ended with an American victory over Japanese forces.
Today in History
U.S. war drums over Syria......
Arizona Supreme Court affirms ruling bars woman from running for city council because of English skills....
Major Obama fundraiser is registered lobbyist......
Obama's DOD opens more positions putting women closer to combat.....
Polar ice caps melting less than thought......
The Himalayas have lost no ice for ten years.......
Use of 'Fighting Sioux' nickname resumes.....
About time somebody started fighting back.
Editorial: Greek Tragedy....
Poll of the Day: 29% say U.S. is heading in right direction......
Tuesday, 7 February, 2012
7 February, 1795 - The 11th Amendment to the U.S. Constitution was ratified.
Today in History
House Republicans try again to mobs Keystone pipeline.........
Gas prices to spike 60 cents or more by May.....
Catholic Group vows war on Obama over ObamaCare...
Archbishop sends message to U. S. troops worldwide.....
Entire Los Angeles school staff to be replaced......
U.S. Judge upholds Texas sonogram law........
Plan B (abortion pills) from vending machines.......
Senate passes bill allowing airports to evict TSA screeners .......
Editorial: More states repeal state income tax laws.....
Poll of the Day: If Israel attacks Iran, 48% want U.S. to assist Israel.........
Friday, 3 February, 2012
3 February, 1913- The 16th Amendment to the U.S. Constitution was ratified. It authorized the power to impose and collect income tax.
Today in History
U.S. - Iran may be providing aid to al Qaeda.........
Iran warns world of Coming Great Event.......
Is Israel preparing to strike Iran????????
UN's world tax....
More cities consider parades for Iraq war veterans........
Contraceptive mandate in ObamaCare outrages many religious groups.......
Senate votes to ban Fannie and Freddie bonuses.....
Editorial: 1.2 million fall out of labor force......
20 year low.
Poll of the Day: 39% say unions bad for business, 31% say good..Thursday, 2 February, 20122 February, 1848 - The Mexican War was ended with the signing of the Treaty of Guadalupe Hidalgo. 2 February, 1998 - President Clinton introduced the first balanced budget in 30 years.
Today in History Congressio0nal Budget Chief offers dim outlook for the economy in 2012 and 2013....... Attorney General Eric Holder holds fast - "I knew nothing about 'Fast and Furious'.... U. S. to end combat operations in Afghanistan in 2013...... Philippines - three top terrorists in Southeast Asia killed....... Indiana Governor signs Right-to-work bill into law....... Taco Bell linked to salmonella outbreak - report says......... Six more weeks of winter......... House votes to extend federal pay freezes...... Editorial: Obama's divided America..... Poll of the Day: Only 36% rate Obama's handling of economy as good or excellent..... Gallup state poll numbers predict huge Obama loss in 2012........
Monday, 30 January, 210230 January, 1968 - The Tet Offensive began as Communist forces launched surprise attacks against South Vietnamese provincial capitals. 30 January, 1948 - Indian political and spiritual leader Mahatma Gandhi was murdered by a Hindu extremist. Today in History Americans take refuge in Cairo embassy...... Occupy DC protesters to be kicked out of parks..... Doubts on Greece hit U.S. stocks..... Catholic Churches distribute letter opposing ObamaCare rule........ Good News: U.S. charities in 2011 on high note...... Michelle Obama's $50,000 shopping spree......... Michelle Obama denies report........ Editorial: The press and the Tet Offensive........ Poll of the Day: 78% rate marriage as important to American society..... Sunday, 29 January, 201229 January, 1985 - The Dow Jones industrial average peaked at 1,292.62. Today in History Speaker of the House - Keystone to be linked to highway bill......... Police arrest 300 Occupy Oakland protesters.... Unions see little change in U.S. membership........ College President's weary of Obama cost-controls... Editorial: Obama wants to spend more money than we have.... Poll of the Day: 59% say U.S. is currently in a recession.... Saturday, 28 January, 201228 January, 1915 - The Coast Guard was created by an act of the U.S. Congress to fight contraband trade and aid distressed vessels at sea.
28 January, 1986 - The U.S. space shuttle Challenger exploded just after takeoff. All seven of its crewmembers were killed. Today in History Iraq war veterans honored with parade in St Louis..... Way to go St. Louis. NYC Mayor - no New York City parade for Iraq war vets..... Student charged in Utah for planning attack ...... Another Green Stimulus company hits the skids..... Third this week. Taliban try a softer image....... U.S. seeks more powerful 'bunker buster' bomb...... Nanny State : 6 year old suspended for sexual battery while playing tag...... Navy converting ship into floating commando base....... Editorial: Global warming's 'dirty laundry'........ Poll of the Day: 42% fiscal Conservative, 11% Liberal on money matters.... Friday, 27 January, 2012
27 January, 1945 - Soviet troops liberated the Nazi concentration camps Auschwitz and Birkenau in Poland.
27 January, 1967 - At Cape Kennedy, FL, astronauts Virgil I. "Gus" Grissom, Edward H. White and Roger B. Chaffee died in a flash fire during a test aboard their Apollo I spacecraft.
Today in History
Obama signs global internet agreement bypassing the U. S. Senate.......
George Soros will benefit from Obama's natural gas plan.......
F-35 fighter's future still up in the air........
Car bomb kills dozens in Baghdad........
Nanny State: Hawaii may keep track of all websites visited........
Has NBC's 'Fear Factor' gone to far????
Warning graphic subject matter.
Editorial: Gabby Giffords farewell.....
Poll of the Day: 75% say it's better for children to grow up in two-parent home......... Thursday, 26 January, 2012
26 January, 1784 - In a letter to his daughter, Benjamin Franklin expressed unhappiness over the eagle as the symbol of America. He wanted the symbol to be the turkey
26 January, 1992 - Russian president Boris Yeltsin announced that his country would stop targeting U.S. cities with nuclear weapons.
Today in History
Bernanke of the FED - complete recovery will take years to come.........
New York City denies request for ticker-tape parade for 9/11 first responders.........
Geithner denies U.S. hostilities to banks........
New home sales in 2011 hit record low numbers......
Taxpayers still owed $133 billion from 2008 bailouts.....
Volt safety sparks charges of federal conspiracy....
Gingrich repeatedly insulted President Reagan during the 1980's.....
Durable goods orders jump....
Editorial: Why the Presidential debates matter........
Poll of the Day: 22% of Americans say their personal finances are improving......
Saturday, 21 January, 2012
21 January, 1908 - The Sullivan Ordinance was passed in New York City making smoking by women illegal. The measure was vetoed by Mayor George B. McClellan Jr.
21 January, 1977 - President Carter pardoned almost all Vietnam War draft evaders.
Today in History
6 Marines killed in helicopter crash in Afghanistan identified......
U. S. won't cut carrier fleet to six to fix budget......
Congress puts breaks on anti-piracy bills.....
Egypt's Islamists win 75% of vote.......
China's oil imports of Iranian oil increased 30% in 2010......
Great sanctions.
Vast network of oil pipelines already cross America......
Why was Keystone shelved by President Obama?
Editorial: Make Crony Capitalism the issue in 2012......
Poll of the Day: 61% favor immigration checks during traffic stops.......
Friday, 13 January, 2012
13 January, 1982 - An Air Florida 737 crashed into the capitol's 14th Street Bridge after takeoff and fell into the Potomac River. 78 people were killed.
13 January, 1990 - L. Douglas Wilder of Virginia, the nation's first elected black governor, took the oath of office in Richmond.
Today in History
Obama requests a $1.2 trillion debt ceiling increase.....
Alaska under record snowfall....
Documents show that members of The FED thought the economy could handle the housing bubble collapse .....
Conservatives remain largest ideological group in U.S. ...........
Taliban optimistic about peace talks with U. S. .....
President Obama didn't want to take anymore pictures with U. S. troops while in Baghdad...
Editorial: The worst economic recovery since the 'Great Depression'.......
Poll of the Day: 43% believe God helps Tebow win....
12 January, 2012
12 January, 1932 - Hattie W. Caraway became the first woman elected to the U.S. Senate.
12 January, 1971 - "All In the Family" debuted on CBS-TV.
Today in History
U. S. renews efforts to secure Afghan peace talks....
At what price?
Ford recalls over 450,000 mini vans and SUV's........
High Court ruling landmark for religion....
Retail sales post disappointing 0.1% gain.....
Murder drops off U.S. list of top causes of death......
Release of pardoned Mississippi killer put on hold......
Editorial: Will Iran's oil threat lead to $5 gas....
Poll of the Day: 24% of Americans think we are on right track.......
Wednesday, 11 January, 2012
11 January, 1815 - U. S. General Andrew Jackson achieved victory at the Battle of New Orleans.
11 January, 2002 - the first al Qaeda prisoners began arriving at Guantanamo Bay, Cuba.
Today in History
U.S. denies any role in killing of Iranian scientist.......
High Court - ministers can't sue churches for bias.......
Mitt Romney wins New Hampshire primary election......
Obama's War plans pin hopes on peace......
Can you say Neville Chamberlain.
White House picks amnesty lobbyist as Policy Director.......
Federal Court blocks Oklahoma ban on Sharia law........
13,000 died in Mexico drug violence in 2011.....
White House CEO event more for the press than CEO's.....
Editorial: Romney's Granite Statement.......
Poll of the Day: 2 in 1 Americans fear Obama's reelection...........
Tuesday, 10 January, 2012
10 January, 1776 - Thomas Paine published his pamphlet "Common Sense." See video on our "The American Story' page>>>>>>
10 January, 1949 - Vinyl records were introduced by RCA (45 rpm) and Columbia (33.3 rpm).
Today in History
Private Equity Investors (Wall Street) has donated more money to Democrats than Republicans.......
Homeland Security is now monitoring journalists.....
U.S. agents helped Mexican and Colombian cartels launder drug money according to report......
President Obama's Chief of Staff resigns.......
Unemployment scars will last for years....
Doomsday clock - will it move????
Tebow Time - 45 million viewers watch Denver game. Most watched AFC wildcard game since 1988....
Editorial: Libya's nasty new friend......
Poll of the Day: Majority of Republican Conservatives see Romney as acceptable candidate......
Monday, 9 January, 2012
9 January, 1951 - The United Nations headquarters officially opened in New York City.
Today in History
Suspected Islamic terrorist arrested for bomb plot in Florida....
Wanted to die 'Islamic way'
Iran sentences U.S. citizen to death for alleged ties to CIA....
Was visiting grandparents.
Opening statements begin in Iraq War crimes trial against Marine SSgt....
Iran has the ability to block the Strait of Hormuz for a short period....
Good Samaritan fighting for his life after saving drunk man from train....
Excedrin and Bufferin among others medications being recalled....
Follow up to Obama's Halloween party in 2009....
Punch was served in blood vials.
Editorial: Obama guts military but gives raises to bureaucrats ....
Poll of the Day: 66% say military service is good for young people....
Sunday, 8 January, 2012
8 January, 1815 - The Battle of New Orleans began. The War of 1812 had officially ended on December 24, 1814, with the signing of the Treaty of Ghent. The news of the signing had not reached British troops in time to prevent their attack on New Orleans.
8 January, 1987 - The Dow Jones industrial average closed over the 2000 mark for the first time at 2,002.25
Today in History
Steph(a -mess)anopoulos loses credibility at debates..........
Congresswoman Giffords to attend vigil to mark one year since shooting rampage....
Musharraf will be arrested and put on trial in Pakistan....
Editorial: Moving America towards Europe's excess....
Poll of the Day: 30% say Global Warming is a very serious problem.......
Saturday, 7 January 2012
7 January, 1789 - Americans voted for the electors that would choose George Washington to be the first U.S. president.
7 January, 1968 - The cost of a U.S. first class stamp was raised to 6 cents.
Today in History
Half a million labor union members receive waiver from ObamaCare......
President Obama expands hardship waivers for illegal immigrants......
U. S. cargo drone makes debut in Afghanistan....
First Lady Michelle Obama sparred with White House advisers........
Sheriff Arpaio announces re-election bid in Arizona....
Hot air balloon crash kills 11.........
Editorial: Michael Savage - Here's what America will look like if Obama wins......
Poll of the Day: Romney 42%, Obama 42%....
Friday, 6 January, 2012
6 January, 1945 - The Battle of the Bulge ended with 130,000 German and 77,000 Allied casualties
6 January, 1952 - "Peanuts" debuted in Sunday papers across the United States.
Today in History
Obama plans to cut half million troops...
Ex-CIA Chief - Iran nuke program growing 'Darker' each day....
Iraqi Official - Shiite militia will lay down arms...
White House proposes pay increase for federal workers....
Cut Defense but give Federal workers a raise?
Did Obama Administration leak classified info about Bin Laden raid to movie makers?
U. S. Navy rescues Iranian sailors.....
Police warn Southern California homeless of serial kilter....
FBI rape definition changed to include men...
Editorial: Obama's indefensible cuts....
Poll of the Day: New low - 30% expect to earn more a year from now....
Thursday, 5 January, 2012
5 January, 1914 - Ford Motor Company announced that there would be a new daily minimum wage of $5 and an eight-hour workday.
5 January, 1925 - Mrs. Nellie Taylor Ross was sworn in as the governor of Wyoming She was the first female governor in the U.S.
Today in History
President Obama uses signing statements after promising not to during 2008 campaign.....
Speaking with forked tongue?
72 killed in Iraq bomb spree......
Good News: Jobs market starting to pick up....
Cancer rates in U. S. continue to fall....
Virginia school accused of making students perform 'Occupy Wall Street' song....
Corn seed shortage in U. S., production down 25% to 50%....
Editorial: Romney struggles to capture energy of 'Tea Party'....
Poll of the Day: 51% see 'Occupy Wall Street' protesters as public nuisance....
Monday, 2 January, 2012
2 January, 1960 - U. S. Sen. John F. Kennedy of Massachusetts announced his candidacy for the Democratic presidential nomination.
Today in History
Manhunt for killer of Mount Rainier Park Ranger.......
Breakthrough in LA arson case.......
Flashback - Obama gave $500 million to a company to build cars in Finland........
Occupy protesters arrested in Iowa.........
Editorial: Europe can't save itself or the Euro........
Poll of the Day: 29% say home is wroth less than what they bought it for........
Sunday, 1 January, 2012
Happy New Year!!!!!!!!
1 January, 1863 - President Lincoln signed the Emancipation Proclamation, which declared that all slaves in the rebel states were free.
1 January, 1808 - The U. S. prohibited import of slaves from Africa.
1 January, 1970 - Tobacco ads representing $20 million dollars in advertising were banned from TV and radio broadcast.
Today in History
Report: Iran builds first nuclear rod.......
Los Angeles arson wave hits 40 fires.......
Magnitude 7.0 earthquake hits Japan.......
Romney would veto 'Dream Act' legislation......
Small businesses confront a maze of regulations.......
Editorial: Dems rocky road to retaining the Senate in 2012......
Poll of the Day: Only 5% think Congress doing a good job.....
21 - 31 December Vacation.....
Tuesday, 20 December, 2011
20 December, 1946 - The Frank Capra film "It's A Wonderful Life" had a preview showing for charity at New York City's Globe Theatre, a day before its "official" world premiere. James Stewart and Donna Reed star in the film.
20 December, 1803 - The United States Senate ratified a treaty that included the Louisiana Territories from France for $15 million. The transfer was completed with formal ceremonies in New Orleans.
Today in History
Storm hinders travel across Great Plains......
U. S. Capitol Christmas tree pays homage to Obama but no mention of Jesus or Christmas........
Vice President Biden says that Taliban is not our enemy.....
Oh really.
Syria's dissidents miss Bush......
Secretary of Defense Panetta: Iran will not be allowed nukes.........
Mexico Mayan region launches apocalyptic countdown.......
President Obama has coffee with left wing media stars.......
Democrats out pace Republicans in Lobby money......
Editorial: Bashing judges, threatening democracy....
Poll of the Day: 69% say voter ID laws are not discriminatory........
Sunday, 18 December, 2011
18 December, 1865 - Slavery was abolished in the United States with the 13th Amendment to the U.S. Constitution being ratified.
18 December, 1944 - The U.S. Supreme Court upheld the wartime relocation of Japanese-Americans, but also stated that undeniably loyal Americans of Japanese ancestry could not be detained.
Today in History
Air Force to award Silver Star to Gary Francis Powers (Cold War)...........
President Obama signs short term spending bill.........
Occupy Watt Street now protesting at priovate homes.......
Deadly storm kills 650 in Philippines........
5000 rally in support of Nativity scene........
6 year old boy uses prize money to buy gifts for children..........
Editorial: Inside the Eurozone, bracing for austerity......
Poll of the Day: 41% are concerned about safety of holiday toys........
Saturday, 17 December, 2011
17 December, 1903 - The first successful gasoline-powered airplane flight took place near Kitty Hawk, NC. Orville and Wilbur Wright made the flight.
17 December, 1973 - Thirty-one people were killed at Rome airport when Arab guerillas hijacked a German airliner.
Today in History
IMF chief warns of 1930's style slump......
Senate passes payroll tax relief and spending bill........
AP: Killing of bin Laden to story of the year........
CBO (Congressional Budget Office) raises estimate of TARP cost to $34 billion.....
Nanny State: Congressmen can't say Merry Christmas in mailings....
9 year old boy chokes in school cafeteria whiles others watch........
3 dead in California office shooting....
Rock and Roll Hall of Fame snubs Red-state favorites.......
Editorial: Keystone - Blue-Collar Blues........
Poll of the Day: 60% think U.S. government encourages illegal immigration.........
Friday, 16 December, 2011
16 December, 1773 - The Boston Tea Party, nearly 350 chests of tea were dumped into Boston Harbor off of British ships by Colonial patriots. The patriots were disguised as Indians.
16 December, 1944 - During World War II, the Battle of the Bulge began in Belgium. It was the final major German counteroffensive in the war. (Note: 19,000 U.S. soldiers killed in little over a month).
Today in History
Merry Christmas: Anonymous donors pay off Kmart lawaway accounts across the country.....
The Grinch (Nanny State): School district bans Christmas cookies and candy......
Bring fruit?
Suspected U.S. Army WikiLeaks spy in court......
Justice Department goes after Sheriff Joe..........
SEC (Security and Exchange Commission) sues ex Freddie and Fannie executives........
Congress overturns incandescent light bulb ban......
Russia slams Kyoto accord....
Canada leaves Kyoto accord.......
Nanny State: (California) officials cracking down on motorists that change oil every 3,000 miles....
Editorial: Keystone ultimatum.........
Poll of the Day: 81% who celebrate Christmas celebrate as religious holiday..........
Thursday, 15 December, 2011
15 December, 1791 - In the U.S., the first ten amendments to the Constitution, known as the Bill of Rights, went into effect following ratification by the state of Virginia.
15 December, 1966 - Walter Elias "Walt" Disney died in Los Angeles at the age of 65.
Today in History
Report: Half of U.S. schools failed federal standards.......
U. S. military exit from Iraq makes an Israeli airstike on Iran easier.......
Terrorist attack survivors outranged by White House guest......
Good News: Weekly jobless numbers drop to lowest level in three years.......
Report: Iran Hacked, then hijacked U.S. done.........
Percentage of married couples plunges to all time low.......
School Superintendent vows to fight for Nativity scene on school property.........
Editorial: Stop cheating the Social Security system with payroll-tax cut......
Poll of the Day: (Hardvard poll) 36% of young voters think Obama will lose the election in 2012.......
Wednesday, 14 December, 2011
14 December, 1799 - The first president of the United States, George Washington, died at the age 67.
14 December, 1911 - Norwegian explorer Roald Amundsen became the first man to reach the South Pole. He reached the destination 35 days ahead of Captain Robert F. Scott.
Today in History
Grand Jury probes Solyndra.......
Obama welcomes home troops, marks end of the War in Iraq....
Secretary of Defense Panetta: West is winning in Afghanistan....
Bad housing numbers should have beeen worse - updated numbers realesed....
"Keep Christ in Christmas" sign sparks controversy......
President Obama's 'State of the Union address will be 24 January, 2012....
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Time names 'The Protester' as their 'Person of the year'.....
Bet Tea Party is not mentioned.
Editorial: Job creators fighting back....
Poll of the Day: 26% prefer government-managed economy....
Tuesday, 13 December, 2011
13 December, 2003 - Ousted Iraqi leader Saddam Hussein was captured by U.S. forces while hiding in a hole under a farmhouse in Adwar, near his hometown of Tikrit.
Today in History
President Obama asks Iran to give back drone.......
Ex-Iranian Guard Commander visits White House with Iraq delegation.......
Retail sales post 0.2% gain November, much lower than expected.......
ACLU sues Wisconsin over new Voter ID law.......
U. S. lawmakers freeze $700 million to Pakistan, relations cold.......
Atheist messages displace Christmas nativity scenes in California park.......
Feds call for cell phone driving ban......
Editorial: Democratic lawmaker blasts 'Professor Obama' as arrogant and alienating.....
Editorial: Desperation in Dems attempt to roll back voter laws.....
Poll of the Day: 64% says U. S. economy is in recession...........
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