artbomb.net: "The lesson of the 1930s is that, in a time of encroaching conservatism and creeping repression, the correct response is not to flush your fucking spine down the toilet. "

Sharpton Is Campaigning for Presidency and Influence
"A former aide summarized things this way: 'I think Al is positioning himself to be leader of black America.'"

'Conservative Values' Guide Court Appointee (washingtonpost.com): "Speaking about Allen's career last week, several of his University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill fraternity brothers saw his service to Helms as a pivotal moment in his political life. The 1984 Senate race was brutal, a nasty contest between Helms and then-Gov. James B. Hunt. Campaign ads for Hunt accused Helms of drawing his support from 'right-wing nuts.' Allen responded for Helms by accusing Hunt's campaign of having links 'with the queers,' a disparaging reference to homosexuals that has dogged Allen throughout his career. "

BBC NEWS | Business | Pentagon freezes Boeing contract: "The firm has become more dependent on military contracts amid a sharp downturn in demand for passenger jets from recession-weary airlines. "