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Here's a list of the 29 corporations that gave between 80% to 100% of their campaign contributions to Republicans and the Republican Party. Make of it as you will. (more...)

November 24, 2004

Seventy!

This month I hit my all time record: I've now seen 70 films released in U.S. theaters in the 2004 calendar year, breaking my record of 69 films set in 2002. (more...)

November 12, 2004

Quick Update

All right. I know I haven't updated anything since Kerry conceded the election. I really haven't had the heart to write much, though. And I've been busy.... (more...)

November 1, 2004

Bush's former Treasury Secretary once again blasts his former boss. Analysts predict fuel prices for consumers will drop by 10% if Kerry is elected. Ohio judges rule against GOP attempts to challenge prospective voters. Newspaper editorials oppose state ballot measures to ban gay marriages by a 10 to 1 margin. (more...)

October 31, 2004

Words of Encouragement

For those focusing too much on CNN's polling, here are some reasons to feel hopeful as we head into the final two days of the presidential race. (more...)

Vote for Kerry Even in Safe States

Some Nader supporters want us to vote for him if we live in a state that clearly go for Kerry or Bush. But Kerry needs our votes no matter where we live. (more...)

Halloween Election News

MSNBC is recruiting "citizen journalists" to report on voting issues from polling locations around the country. Eleven states are considering bans on same-sex marriage. (more...)

October 30, 2004

Today's Political News

House Majority Leader Tom DeLay running hard for re-election. Bush and Kerry seek political advantage with Osama bin Laden videotape. (more...)

October 29, 2004

Political News of the Day

U.S. Army commanders awarded a $165 million no-bid contract to Halliburton in October over the objections of their own chief contracting officer. Songwriter issues copyright complaint against Bush. (more...)

October 28, 2004

John Kerry's Historic Endorsements

Since newspaper endorsements first started to be tracked in 1940, only three Democrats have won more endorsements than Republicans: Lyndon Johnson in 1964, Bill Clinton in 1996, and John Kerry in 2004. (more...)

25 Years of Combating LGBT Violence

Community United Against Violence (CUAV), formed in the wake of the Harvey Milk/George Moscone assassinations, is now celebrating their 25th anniversary. (more...)

Daily Political Updates

Pennsylvania county secretly changes polling locations for 10,000 to 15,000 voters without notification. FBI opens criminal investigation of Halliburton's government contracts. Justice Department triples number of election observers. Almost 60,000 absentee ballots are missing in Florida's most heavily-Democratic county, Broward County. Bush elected top movie villain in Britain. Ohio judge blocks GOP efforts to disenfranchise voters. (more...)

How You Can Protect Your Right to Vote

Understand what your rights are on election day, and what you can do to help ensure that your vote is counted. (more...)

October 27, 2004

The Last Straw

Article from Carl F. Worden, a conservative columnist, regarding why he has voted for Kerry. (more...)

Conservative Quotes for Kerry

Quotes from several leading conservatives on how George Bush has betrayed their principles and why they will be supporting John Kerry. (more...)

Breaking News

BBC exposes GOP plans to disrupt voting in African American precincts in Florida. Bruce Springsteen appearing with Kerry in final campaign stops. Evangelical Christians no longer so enamored with Bush. (more...)

Notable Quotes, Volume 5

More quotes from celebrities and notable personalities in the news. (more...)

October 26, 2004

Another Look at Taking Back the Senate

The latest polls and predictions regarding the Democrats' chances of regaining control of the U.S. Senate. (more...)

Breaking News

Nader off of Ohio ballot. California broadcaster donating free air time to the GOP, and the Republican-dominated FCC says it's okay. Young voters prefer Kerry by large margins. Consumer confidence is down. Cleveland Plain Dealer endorses no one. (more...)

October 25, 2004

Breaking News

Bush family members for Kerry. Nader off the Pennsylvania ballot. Rehnquist battles cancer. Newspaper endorsement update for Kerry. Bush loses nuclear explosives in Iraq. (more...)

October 24, 2004

Can the Democrats Regain Control of the House of Representatives?

To regain control of the House of Representatives, the Democrats will need to pick up a net gain of 12 seats. It's a tough challenge, but not out of the question. (more...)

October 23, 2004

Early Voting Trends

A quick look at how early voting is starting to shape up in a handful of key swing states. (more...)

Bits and Pieces, Volume 4

Ralph Nader's legal battles in Ohio and Pennsylvania, Jesse Ventura's unusual endorsement, and other political matters. (more...)

October 22, 2004

Bush OKs New Corporate Tax Cut

President Bush signed into law on Friday a nearly $140 billion corporate tax cut bill. (more...)

Beware Fox News and MSNBC

If you're a Democrat (or other Kerry supporter) and you watch Fox News or MSNBC, you'll get discouraged. You'll think the race is over. They're trying to poison you. They're trying to get you to skip voting. (more...)

October 21, 2004

Gymnast Paul Hamm Gets to Keep Gold

The Court of Arbitration for Sports ruled today that Paul Hamm, the Men's All-Around Individual winner at the Athens Olympics, may keep his gold medal, ending a challenge by the Korean team. (more...)

October 20, 2004

Notable Quotes, Volume 4

More quotes from celebrities, political figures, and notable personalities. (more...)

Bits and Pieces, Volume 3

The mayor's latest supervisor endorsement, the Nickelodeon poll, an update on endorsements, and other politics news. (more...)

October 19, 2004

Movies Released in 2004

At the moment, there are at least 253 films eligible for the Fifth Annual Cosmique Movie Awards, which will honor films released in the 2004 calendar year - and over 50 more will inevitably come before the year is out. (more...)

October 18, 2004

Bits and Pieces, Volume 2

In which I talk a little bit about current polls, a bit about new political endorsements, a smidge about the District 5 elections in San Francisco, and a few other things as well. (more...)

The Crystal Prison

Is this the return to Oz? The grass is dead. The gold is brown. (more...)

October 17, 2004

What If There's a Tie?

Though it's not likely to happen, it's theoretically possible that Kerry and Bush will each win 169 Electoral Votes, forcing the next Congress to choose the next President and Vice President. (more...)

October 16, 2004

Notable Quotes, Volume 3

More quotes from celebrities, political figures, and notable personalities. (more...)

October 15, 2004

Endorsements for John Kerry

A smattering of Kerry's endorsements from newspapers and political figures. (more...)

October 13, 2004

Notable Quotes, Volume 2

More quotes from celebrities, political figures, and notable personalities. (more...)

Bits and Pieces, Volume 1

The first of a periodic series of articles that will include a mish-mash of whatever I can think of to write about. Think Herb Caen, but with fewer ellipses. (more...)

October 12, 2004

Ranked Choice Voting Hits San Francisco

A few years ago, voters in San Francisco approved a ballot measure to adopt a new form of electing candidates in which voters rank their favorite candidates rather than selecting just one. Surprisingly, most voters still don't know what it is or how it works. (more...)

October 7, 2004

Notable Quotes, Volume 1

Real quotes from celebrities, political figures, and notable personalities. (more...)

Imperial Prince Shows Signs of Royal Affinity

Palace insiders report that young Prince Adares has taken to listening to music from the rock band Queen since he was less than two years old. (more...)

Controlling the U.S. Senate

The Senate is currently controlled by the Republicans, with 51 Republicans, 48 Democrats, and one independent that votes with the Democrats. The Democrats can take control if they pick up a net gain of just one seat and Kerry wins, or two seats even if Kerry loses. And that will be tough, but it just might be possible. (more...)

Key Battleground States

A state-by-state analysis shows that Bush currently leads in 25 states with 213 Electoral College votes, with Kerry leading in 14 states with 169 votes - leaving 12 states with 156 votes up for grabs. It takes 270 votes to win. (more...)

October 6, 2004

Democratic Hopes for the 2004 Election

Many political commentators are now saying that John Kerry is closing the gap with George Bush. I believe they're incorrect, but not for the reasons most would say. I believe that John Kerry is already ahead of George Bush and has been for weeks. And I believe that on election day, many commentators will be surprised not only that he wins, but by how much. (more...)

Welcome

As this is the first issue of the newly relaunched Imperial Gazette, I wanted to welcome our readers - new and old - and give you a sense of what we'll cover and who we are. (more...)

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