Author Archives: Sabina Becker

Another Bolivia bombshell about to break?

Posted on April 27, 2009 by Sabina Becker

Sure smells that way. From ABI, two items: First, there’s a video out there showing the international terrorist cell in Santa Cruz making its vile plans; now, there’s this: Prosecutor Marcelo Sosa, head of the investigation of the irregular ultra-right … Continue reading →

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Why they hate the US, part umpteen hundred and umpty-ump

Posted on April 27, 2009 by Sabina Becker

When life is discovered on other planets, we already know how it’s gonna react to its first Earthling visitors…If you ever wanna know why Latin Americans keep yelling “Yankee Go Home” or “Gringo maldito”, I think I’ve just found another … Continue reading →

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Quotable: Steve Benen on Karl Rove

Posted on April 26, 2009 by Sabina Becker

“You see, in Rove World, the way to avoid becoming a banana republic is to have a chief executive who ignores the rule of law. Then, the chief executive is replaced, and his/her successor must ensure there are no consequences … Continue reading →

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Music for a Sunday: Two by Yaz

Posted on April 26, 2009 by Sabina Becker

Midnight. It’s raining outside. What’s Bina listening to at this hour? This:An awesome remix of the ’80s classic; the incredibly soulful voice of Alison Moyet and the purest synth-pop backdrop make perfect foils for each other.A live version of “Don’t … Continue reading →

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They don’t call ’em “father” for nothing

Posted on April 25, 2009 by Sabina Becker

“Can’t you hear my lambs calling? O Good Shepherd, feed my sheep…” –Jefferson Airplane, “Good Shepherd” No, that’s not Beelzebub…but it IS one of his earthly lieutenants, disguised as a man of God. Meet Baltazar Porras, whited sepulchre, skirt-chaser and … Continue reading →

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Cops Behaving Badly: A fascist on Facebook

Posted on April 25, 2009 by Sabina Becker

Yeah, tell me that the policing profession attracts humanity’s finest. If anyone seriously believes that, I’ve got some lovely ocean-front property in Saskatchewan that I’ll sell you for a song. Meanwhile, the beat(down) goes on: A police officer is being … Continue reading →

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Wankers of the Week: Still talking a lot but not saying anything edition

Posted on April 25, 2009 by Sabina Becker

Funny how some songs never get old. Sad how some schticks do. Here’s who needs to heed David Byrne’s advice this week.1. Newt Fucking Gingrich. Why is this worthless right-wing relic still around, never mind in the public eye? Newsflash … Continue reading →

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Festive Left Friday Blogging: Who was da man at da summit?

Posted on April 24, 2009 by Sabina Becker

I’ll give you a hint: Awww, look at that! Even No-Drama Obama adores El Ecuadorable. And, considering that Rafael Correa’s slated to win re-election in a landslide in a coupla days, it’s always helpful to start off on a good … Continue reading →

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When even the Bolivian opposition says it…

Posted on April 23, 2009 by Sabina Becker

…you know it’s serious. From ABI, a bombshell: Opposition deputy Alejandro Colanzi, of the National Unity party, denounced on Wednesday the existence of a “blacklist” of 100 names of political, civic and opinion leaders who were in the crosshairs of … Continue reading →

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I can has bonus too?

Posted on April 22, 2009 by Sabina Becker

Fatty must be working for AIG.

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