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‘Fiscal Watchdog’ Colin Bonini Owes Delaware Taxpayers $19,105. And 92 Cents.
When Colin Bonini talks about waist waste, fraud and abuse, he knows what he’s talking about. A simple look at the public record shows that Bonini has collected thousands of taxpayer dollars for work he has not performed. I will stick today merely with what can be proven by looking at the public record. By […]
Colin Bonini: The Watchdog Who Doesn’t Watch
State Auditor Tom ‘See No Evil’ Wagner and State Treasurer-Wannabe Colin Bonini are now billing themselves as Delaware’s Fiscal Watchdog Team. Set aside that the only watching they do is of their hairlines receding and bellies expanding. And set aside the fact that the Treasurer has little to do with ‘watchdogging’, and that Bonini is […]
Jim Westhoff’s Opponent…In His Own Words
Never thought I’d see someone from Sussex County actually make Charlie West seem…articulate. Then again, never saw Jim Westhoff’s opponent, Dave Wilson, before. Check out this video of Wilson, and then come back for some astute commentary from Yours Truly: [youtube]http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=258zaY12XRI[/youtube] Ah, I see you’re back. Ignore the stumbling syntax, the real meat is in […]
R. I. P.: Solomon Burke
This sturdy Philly soul singer who enjoyed a career renaissance in the last decade, largely thanks to producer Joe Henry, has passed away. While his instrument may not have been as instantly identifiable as Otis’, Jackie Wilson’s, or Al Green’s, he was one of the finest soul singers of our time, well over 40 years […]
“The Lower 41”: Post Man-Pants Edition
OK, time to take a look at how the legislative landscape in competitive races has changed since ‘I’m You’ defeated Mikey Man-Pants. In general, I think that R turnout in northern NCC areas will be down, and the crazies will be out in force below the Canal. This does not necessarily change the dynamic as […]
Some Random Political Musings
*If Richard Korn didn’t intend to, you know, actually campaign for office, why did he file? He’s hiding b/c he (allegedly) is afraid that Delawareans won’t take to his Lawn Guyland accent? Is this something he just discovered? Congratulations to Korn for enabling the profoundly mediocre Tom Wagner to waltz back into office. *Brad Bennett […]
Checking the Ground War in Brandywine Hundred
Took a drive through some communities in Brandywine Hundred today, from Claymont to the tony Perth and Pembrey developments. When it comes to signs, Bryon Short, Chris Coons and Mike Annone (a union electrician running against Bob Weiner) are the clear leaders, especially on peoples’ lawns. Judy Travis, who is challenging Short, is doing pretty […]
Allons Danser Avec Beausoleil
The great Cajun dance band Beausoleil Avec Michael Doucet performs this Saturday night at the Arden Gild Hall at 8 p.m.. A perfect way to celebrate the downfall of the billionaires on the hill, or for the billionaires on the hill to recover from their loss. In other words, billionaires are welcome and we do […]
What Passes for ‘Mainstream’ Political Commentary…May Well Pass
Could Celia Cohen possibly have been any less prescient than this? In this piece, the duPont Dormouse ridicules bloggers just like…herself. BTW, this was written on Sept. 7, not some time in July. Just a couple of lowlights: The clatter from the Tea Party Express could be taken a lot more seriously if it had […]
Late-Breaking Castle Commercial
The music: [youtube]http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3PETEgnaXcg[/youtube] The copy: “I’m Mike Castle. I put my man-pants on one finely-toned leg at a time. I talk softly and carry a big stick–in my man-pants.” Gotta go to work. Please finish and polish this spot during my absence. A man’s man’s career could Depend(s) upon it.
Epic Dem Fail in the 21st RD
Mike Ramone’s pesky creditors are at it again–this time to the tune of over $1 million. Not counting County sewer taxes. A dog-bites-man story if there ever was one, as the News-Journal probably has a standing hed on file for Ramone’s fiscal travails. This is a great opportunity for D’s and I fully expect them […]
Bulo’s Adrenalin-Fueled Music for the Masses-The Top 5!
Put down that cuppa Joe, you won’t need it: [youtube]http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Z2WXlaWv2u0[/youtube] 5. The Clash-Brand New Cadillac [youtube]http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ohk8lYNjkLQ[/youtube] 4. Steely Dan-Bodhisattva [youtube]http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JYwVk8WI1BI[/youtube] 3. The Blasters-One Bad Stud [youtube]http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GCRX36Fdxks[/youtube] 2. The Rolling Stones-Rip This Joint [youtube]http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ct9aBySJkRQ[/youtube] 1. New York Dolls-Personality Crisis
‘Bulo’s Adrenalin-Fueled Music For the Masses-Part I
Every year, WXPN-FM, the public radio station affiliated with the University of Pennsylvania, does an 885 Music Countdown of some sort, and enlists the ballots of its listeners. This year’s theme is the 885 Ultimate Road Trip Songs. For me, that means songs that make me want to roll down the window, bash the steering […]
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