Tag Archives: New York

What do journalists and starving artists have in common?

Posted on April 13, 2010 by michaelhastings

I’ve picked up on a journalists-as-starving-artist meme lately. (Okay, two columns mention it, both on Truthdig.org.) As Alan Mutter said of young journalists in his Reflections of a Newsosaur blog, “The starving-artist lifestyle may be colorful and appealing for a … Continue reading →

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Mike Huckabee, Israel Tour Guide? Only $3999!

Posted on August 31, 2009 by michaelhastings

So lately former Arkansas Governor Mike Huckabee has been continuing his tradition of saying and doing ridiculous shit.  As you’ve probably read, last week he said that Ted Kennedy would have been urged to “go home to take pain pills and die” if … Continue reading →

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Off Topic Friday: Vermont's Liberal Lake Monster?

Posted on June 5, 2009 by michaelhastings

Big news from the Green Mountain State this week: a sighting of Champ, the legendary beast said to live in Lake Champlain. Champ is sort of like the Loch Ness monster, but not as spooky. Most artist renditions of Champ … Continue reading →

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Rant: Are We A Nation of Cowards?

Posted on May 21, 2009 by michaelhastings

Sitting here in sunny Vermont, I don’t have that sweet DC insiderish goodness to add to the dueling speeches. Others will dissect the nuances/untruths of President Obama and former Vice President Cheney’s orations. I just have a rant. Why do … Continue reading →

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