...then it may be misogynist or sexist.

For example: criticizing Palin for being a "bad mother" because she had her infant with her during one of the debates was definitely sexist. Probably not misogynistic, though, as their is no contempt for her gender implied. Why is it sexist? Because it's not a comment anyone ever makes about a man.

Another example: harping on the amount of money spent by Palin on her wardrobe teeters on sexism, particularly since I've seen no such analysis of Obama's obviously expensive wardrobe. However, there was a great deal of bashing on John Edwards about his haircuts, his change in clothing, etc. So maybe the "press" isn't showing gender bias on this one (but a lot of Salon readers are). The focus on Palin's wardrobe and stylist reminds me of a similar brouhaha over Hillary Clinton's clothing, hair and makeup in 1992 - I'm quite certain the Broadsheet writers, as well as most Democratic women, thought that was sexist at the time (and it was).

And can't we admit, for a moment, that the word "shopaholic" is probably a fair descriptor of Palin's Saks Fifth Avenue and Neiman Marcus purchases?

I don't know - maybe if you can admit that calling Hillary "bitch" is probably a fair description of her behavior at times. Can you admit that, for a moment?

Calling Palin stupid? Not sexist or misogynist.

Calling her a stupid bitch? Definitely not sexist but perhaps a little misogynistic.

Calling her and pranking her? Priceless.

You've got me agreeing with Elephantiasisman now, you vengeful geeks.

Future newsflash: "Six conservative Democrats joined with former Democratic leader Joe Lieberman to give Republicans enough votes to squash [enter your favorite liberal pipe dream here]."

Again, to all you Dem-witted fools who can't remember history and so condemn the rest of us to sit through it again:

KEEP YOUR FRIENDS CLOSE

BUT KEEP YOUR ENEMIES

CLOSER!

The guy's favorite word is "fuck" and its many variations; h

I fucking love Rahmbo. He is one tough motherfucker, who takes no fucking shit from no-fucking-body and will fuck you up for fun and then fuck you down for breakfast. The fucktards and fuckwits of DC flee in fucking fear at the whisper of his fucking name. Ratfuckers of old tremble when he strides past, his arms swinging to smash the fuck out of any who get in his fucking way. Karl Rove is a fuckin' pussy compared to Rahm. Worse than fuckin' Voldemort when it comes down to it - He Who Shall Not Be Fucking Named. He's a fucking legend, and if you don't fuckin' like it, or you think he's too fucking mean, you're a fuckin' wimp (and you probably fucking hate America, too). Fucking aye! Rahm Emmanuel!!! This is not the first time I've been impressed by Obama, but it's sure as fuck the first time I've admired the fucker. Way to go, Big O. The surest sign that Barack means Business. Now it's time to kick some ass. Fuck yes! (Anyone who disagrees with me sucks cock by choice.)

(PS. I hope at least one of you gets the joke.)

You made me laugh, Alex.

(Anytime you need a better source on such data, let me know.)

I carry a knife almost all the time. Its a folding model with 4-inch half-serrated blade and spring-assist thumb release - not quite a "switchblade" (carrying which is a class 5 felony where I live) but close. (As to the inevitable "why" I'll get from some loopy liberal: I'm a climber, and we don't always have both hands free to open a standard-release pocket knife. 99% of the time a knife is a tool, y'know?)

Usually I box and toss my knives into my checked bags. But last year at Thanksgiving I got on a plane with the SOG in my pocket and did not realize it until I was on the plane. So not even the metal detector caught it. The ever-vigilant attendants didn't notice the blade clip on my pocket - I guess they were too busy inspecting my damn shoes.

Primo herb is not kept in brick form - compressing fine buds would ruin them, dislodging the crystalline THC formations on the flowers. Willie's resources are kept in plastic bottles which resemble medicine containers - actually, they are medicine containers. There are also glass jars with air-tight lids. No bricks, no under the seat where the heat would damage the plant matter. It's a big RV, with cabinets and such, plenty of places to stash a stash. (By the way: Willie has his own strain, named in his honor.)

How old are you anyway, Alex? I thought only 14-year old boys with pimples were amused by this kind of weed humor.

Since your name resembles "chickenhawk," by your "logic" that says as much about you as this vote says about Californians.

Or does the T stand for TROLL? (You betcha!)

You sure are brave to hide behind an alias and spout such nonsense. I'll bet you back down from every verbal confrontation, and are a mousy little man who is looked down upon and derided by all who know him.

I'd pity you, if I had the time.

This kangaroo court assemblage of biased blowhards certainly effectively demonstrates that Rather was indeed railroaded. Rather will "win" this - meaning CBS will settle to keep things like this hush-hush.

Listen: hear that? It's Ed Murrow, spinning in his grave.

... for some loony to get in here and spout ridiculous gibberish about Mayans and 2012.

It's going to be a looooooooooong four years....