Monthly Archives: December 2008

State Senator-Elect “Fool Of The Week” For Slashing Girlfriend “Accidentally”

The last “Fool of the Week” for 2008 is a relatively easy choice. New York State Senator-elect Hiram Monserrate is a perfect fit for the jester’s cap. Monserrate is a former NYPD officer dismissed for a psychological disability. He says … Continue reading

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RNC Prepared To Condemn Bush’s Socialist Policies

The Republican National Committee is set to consider a resolution accusing George Bush of moving the country “another dangerous step closer toward socialism.” George Bush the socialist. That was supposed to be Barack Obama. The RNC plans to vote on … Continue reading

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Internet Vigilantes Forcing China To Tackle Corruption

Nearly 5,000 government officials were punished for corruption in China this last year. Yet that seems to be just the tip of an iceberg of favoritism, bribery and abuse. Although Chinese officials are cracking down harder on corrupt party officials, … Continue reading

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“Fool Of The Year” Vote

Today is the last day to select Foolocracy’s “Fool of the Year.” There are 20 candidates to select from and you can vote for as many and as often as you like. One candidate has held a lead from the … Continue reading

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Wisconsin Government Website Tries To Pass Minneapolis Skyline As State Capitol’s

The new campaign finance information website for Wisconsin has an impressive looking homepage and sharp photo of the Minneapolis skyline. That is Minneapolis as in Minneapolis, Minnesota. The page does have a picture of the State Capitol Building in Madison. … Continue reading

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Bush’s Reading Skills Bashed By Former Advisors

George Bush’s reading skills are taking a hammering from some former underlings. Larry Wilkerson, an aide to former Secretary of State Colin Power, called Bush a “Sarah Palin-like leader” with a short attention span. Former counterterrorism advisor Richard Clarke recounts … Continue reading

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New Hampshire Cracks Down On Drunken Hikers

 New Hampshire has plans to recoup the cost of finding lost hikers. In the past 10 years, $1 million has been spent on lost hikers. Now the state is preparing to bill those who are responsible for their own misfortune. Hikers … Continue reading

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Is Caroline Kennedy The New Sarah Palin?

Is Caroline Kennedy the Democrat’s Sarah Palin? When Kennedy first expressed her interest for Hillary Clinton’s Senate seat, most observers considered her a shoo-in. After several weeks of media scrutiny, some wonder if she is up to the job. First, … Continue reading

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“No Undies” New Year’s Eve Sex Party Riles Malaysian Authorities

Malaysia’s Tourism Minister has denounced a rumored sex party planned for a beach on New Year’s Eve. “A sex party is against our culture and religion and if it went on, it would damage the country’s reputation worldwide,” said Datuk … Continue reading

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Chavez: I’m Not A Tyrant. I Just Have More Work To Do

Hugo Chavez says he doesn’t want to be a dictator. Chavez, who is pushing a constitutional amendment to extend his presidency, claims that if he wanted to be a dictator, he would not let the people vote.  ”They say my … Continue reading

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Missing Sarah Palin? Now You Can See Her Everyday Of 2009

We know you want one. Your very own Sarah Palin calendar for 2009. It has over 50 pictures of Sarah. Some never seen before. The photographs are taken by Judy Patrick, Vice-Mayor of Wasilla during the Palin administration. It was … Continue reading

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Dick Cheney Doesn’t Care What You Think

In an interview with the Wyoming Star-Tribune, Vice-President Dick Cheney expressed what he thinks about the polls. How do you explain your low approval rating? “I don’t have any idea. I don’t follow the polls.” “My experience has been over … Continue reading

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Bush Changes Mind; Rescinds Pardon Of Convicted Liar

For eight years, the country has been led to believe that George Bush never has regrets and doesn’t revisit a decision. Apparently, that is not always true. Bush has rescinded the pardon he granted last week for Isaac Robert Toussie. … Continue reading

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Minneapolis Bathroom Of Craig’s Arrest Stalls As Tourist Attraction

The bathroom stall that Idaho Senator Larry Craig made famous at the Minneapolis airport is beginning to lose its appeal as a tourist attraction. “I think we’ll all be glad when there’s no special interest in that restroom,” said Patrick Hogan … Continue reading

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Prince William Recognized For His Beard

Prince William may be heir to the British throne, but he is just a runner-up in the annual Beard of the Year Award. For the last 14 years, the Beard Liberation Front has recognized Britain’s best beards. This year’s winners … Continue reading

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