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Catching Elephant is a theme by Andy Taylor

 

nbcnightlynews: President Obama signs the Violence Against Women Act

nbcnightlynews:

President Obama signs the Violence Against Women Act

House of Reps strips LGBT protections from Violence Against Women Act

gaywrites:

This month, the U.S. Senate made history when they renewed the Violence Against Women Act and included provisions that provided resources for LGBT victims of domestic violence. But last week, House Republicans made it clear they were on a different page.

The new version of VAWA, put forth by Republicans in the House of Representatives, takes away the previously-listed protections for LGBT people, undocumented immigrants, and Native American women. 

“This is simply unacceptable and it further demonstrates that Republicans in the House have not heard the message sent by the American people,” said Sen. Patrick Leahy (D-VT), who co-authored the Senate version. (It passed 78-22, with all female senators—regardless of party affiliation—voting for it.)

VAWA was first passed in 1994, thanks to then-senator Joe Biden. In addition to providing resources to domestic-abuse groups, it declared that a woman’s past sexual history couldn’t be used against her in a sexual-assault trial, and that women shouldn’t be forced to pay for their own protection or rape exam.

Unbelievable. The House version of the bill will come before a committee tomorrow. Let’s see what happens. 

We need another Stonewall!

Top Ten Things Going Through Marco Rubio’s Mind At This Moment!

from The @Late_Show with David Letterman  (2/13/2013)

I posted a screen capture last night, but I couldn’t leave well enough alone. Here’s the video.

enjoy :)

Native Americans make history in the inaugural parade

Over 2,000 groups applied to be part of the presidential inaugural parade. Byron Pitts reports on one of the groups chosen, the Native American Women Warriors, who help promote diversity and equality in the military and on reservations.

source: http://www.cbsnews.com/video/watch/?id=50139450n

What a sight! Michelle is perfection.

The Kings of Smooth. Do you think Bill Clinton and John Legend are comparing notes? :)

The Kings of Smooth.

Do you think Bill Clinton and John Legend are comparing notes? :)

Our journey is not complete until our wives, our mothers, and daughters can earn a living equal to their efforts. Our journey is not complete until our gay brothers and sisters are treated like anyone else under the law—for if we are truly created equal, then surely the love we commit to one another must be equal as well. Our journey is not complete until no citizen is forced to wait for hours to exercise the right to vote. Our journey is not complete until we find a better way to welcome the striving, hopeful immigrants who still see America as a land of opportunity; until bright young students and engineers are enlisted in our workforce rather than expelled from our country. Our journey is not complete until all our children, from the streets of Detroit to the hills of Appalachia to the quiet lanes of Newtown, know that they are cared for, and cherished, and always safe from harm.

President Obama, second inaugural address (via barackobama)

“…even as we acknowledge that someone with a mental illness is far more likely to be a victim of violent crime than the perpetrator.”

Last Wednesday, the President gave a press conference on upcoming gun legislation proposals.

In it, he said, in part, “As soon as I’m finished speaking here, I will sit at that desk and I will sign a directive giving law enforcement, schools, mental health professionals and the public health community some of the tools they need to help reduce gun violence.

We will make it easier to keep guns out of the hands of criminals by strengthening the background check system.  We will help schools hire more resource officers if they want them and develop emergency preparedness plans.  We will make sure mental health professionals know their options for reporting threats of violence — even as we acknowledge that someone with a mental illness is far more likely to be a victim of violent crime than the perpetrator.”

Yes, it’s true. Persons with even the mildest of mental disorders are more likely to be victims of violent crime than the perpetrator.

I find it interesting how news outlets glossed over that part of President Obama’s speech.

In a country where most people are more interested in the private lives of professional athletes than what is going on in our government, why should this surprise me?

Read President Obama’s full speech here… http://www.theblaze.com/stories/2013/01/16/heres-the-full-text-of-obamas-gun-press-conference/

imwithkanye: Spirit Day. It’s the little things that go a long way. [tweet] [glaad]

imwithkanye:

Spirit Day. It’s the little things that go a long way. [tweet] [glaad]

Who Is The Real Mitt Romney?

  • “I’m Not Concerned With The Very Poor.” - Mitt Romney

Before Mittens takes aim at President Obama’s statement that “the Private Sector is doing fine”, he should remember his own gaffe.

Let’s be clear on something. Compared with the Public Sector, the Private sector is doing fine. The Public Sector, which includes Cities and municipalities, are cutting their Police, Fire Fighter and Teacher jobs. The Unemployment Rate is being buoyed by Public Sector employees who are losing their jobs as part of the Republican’s Slash and Burn budget plans.

When the economy suffers, why do we always cut the three most important positions?

  • We need Law Enforcement. When the economy suffers, crime goes up. Without employment, people turn to desperate measures to feed and shelter their family. It’s cause and effect.
  • We need teachers. Education is the most important asset of the United States. Without education, we cannot move forward.
  • And do I really need to explain why we need Fire Fighters??

Why aren’t our “Elected Officials” taking a pay cut?

If our Elected Officials truly care about the budget, and “What’s Good For The Country”, why don’t they trim their own salaries?

It’s not like they’re not making extra cash on the side from lobbyists.