Jimmy Kimmel is mad as hell, and he used his platform to call out Trumpcare and the senator, Bill Cassidy, who authored it.
General News
What is white privilege stated in the raw by Kyla Jenee Lacey (VIDEO)
Kyla Jenee Lacey gives a compelling interpretation of the meaning of white privilege that some may find difficult to listen to but one that is necessary.
She said she was raped by anchor Charles Payne & then by Fox News
Conservative political commentator Scottie Nell Hughes continues her war with Fox News and business anchor Charles Payne who she accused of rape.
Neil DeGrasse Tyson tears into politicians for their climate change denials (VIDEO)
Neil DeGrasse Tyson made it clear that Hurricane Harvey and Hurricane Irma are shots across the bow that we better heed sooner than later.
GOP Senate front-runner calls Native Americans & Asians ‘reds & yellows’ (VIDEO)
Alabama Republican Senate frontrunner called Native Americans and Asians ‘reds and yellows’ at a campaign event that was so matter-of-fact it showed his mindset.
A message to my flooded neighbors in my very Conservative town
I hope the message I attempted to give in this reply to my neighbor in my Conservative town gets across as it should. The time for these messages is now.
Columnists
The Democratic Party’s Uneasy Alliance
Democratic Party, heed this. No one would tolerate a doctor telling them that ignoring their pneumonia is a viable treatment option so don’t do it.
Trump Is Everything the Founding Fathers Feared in a President
The widening gap between power & values produced President Donald Trump, elected to promote raw power above all, the final fall of the founders’ presidency.
Guest Bloggers
Deborah Deering Mowrey: Statues? The Rest of the Story …
In today’s climate of closed minds and tribalism telling the real story can be a tough sell. Deborah Deering Mowrey tries anyway.
Embarrassing Trump Boy Scout rant a far cry from this 16-year-old’s Eagle Scout speech
I was horrified to see Trump’s speech at the Scout Jamboree earlier this week. This Eagle Scout’s speech to teach much to the president.
Coffee Party Posts
Coffee Party USA Board of Directors 2016 Meeting in Blue Ridge, Georgia
The Coffee Party USA board of directors coalesced around a strong voter education and turnout strategy that we will be releasing in the forthcoming weeks.
Move To Amend
Move to Amend’s Daniel Lee: Transcending political parties at the People’s Convention (VIDEO)
Many grassroots organizations have converged on Philadelphia, PA using the Democratic National Convention as the catalyst to organize for a better America.
Netroots Nation
Netroots Nation 2013 Day 1
The first day of Netroots Nation began eventfully. I got up early to write one of my daily blogs. I finished selecting the panels I was going to attend for the day, showered, and then walked the 1.1 miles to the convention center. I got to the registration desk before it opened, however a crowed […]
Occupy Movement
Occupy Kingwood – A Sustainable Form Of The Occupy Movement (2012-07-07)
We’ve completed 29 consecutive weeks of Occupy Kingwood. We are well on our way to complete our 52 consecutive weeks at the corner of Kingwood Drive and West Lake Houston Parkway. We do this every Saturday between 9 AM and 10:30 AM. The morning started as usual with me going to get a couple dozen […]
Sports
Tiger Woods arrested on DUI charge in Florida
Tiger Woods was arrested in South Florida early on Monday on a charge of driving under the influence of alcohol or drugs, according to an online Palm Beach County Police report
Radio Show: Politics Done Right
Yes, Trump is a white nationalist but remembering he is screwing us all
This is the week where many Trump supporters are realizing the evils Trump represent. But let’s not take our eyes off of the ball.
We better understand Trump’s game before it’s too late
Trump continues to push the envelope. This week he started the execution of his latest plan to divide the nation. Steve Bannon claims economic nationalism?
Local News
My fender bender showed me there are still good people around
My recent fender bender is a story I needed to relate especially in these times when it seems we are all at each other’s throats.
HoustonPress rates KPFT 90.1 FM Houston best radio station in Houston
HoustonPress designated KPFT 90.1 FM Houston once again Best of Houston, Best Radio Station in Houston Texas for its programming and more.
Annie’s List endorses Harris Bennett, Ogg, Valdez for important down-ballot
Electing champions Ann Harris Bennett, Kim Ogg and Lupe Valdez offer protection, leadership of progressive values for millions of Texans
Lone Star College System Board to hold hearing on proposed tax rate
The Lone Star College System Board is having a hearing on Wednesday, September 14th at 5:00 PM to discuss district-wide taxes.
Battleground Texas
A Harris County Democratic Party leader’s callous act against a dedicated Democrat
All reading Cody Pogue’s words must ensure at election time, those in the Harris County Democratic Party who effected this injustice are held accountable.
Entertainment
Former James Bond actor Roger Moore dies aged 89
Roger Moore, who won international fame playing secret agent James Bond, died on Tuesday aged 89, his family said on the actor’s official Twitter account.
Mary Tyler Moore dies at the age of 80
Mary Tyler Moore, the famed star of the Mary Tyler Moore show, died today at the ripe age of 80. She will be missed by many.
Egberto On TV
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Egberto Mentioned In Media
CNN Picked Up One Of My iReport Quotes On The Presidential Debate
I am still riled up about the debate. I really have mixed feelings on President Obama’s performance and passivity. I racked my brain last night and came up with what I believe is the only plausible answer as we know our president knows the material inside out and he knows the severe flaws of Mitt […]
CNN.com – Interviews give veterans a voice, iReporters a cause
Veterans have fought for the country without asking why. When they come home, it is shameful the way they are treated and the support they get. CNN created an iReport.com project to interview these heroes. Katie Hawkins-Gaar, an Associate Producer at CNN presents this telling article. Click here for the full CNN article. In Kingwood, […]
Egberto’s Published Articles
Is Net Neutrality Really Necessary? You’re Damn Right!
by Egberto Willies and Keyan Bliss (Originally Published at Common Dreams) Three weeks after Christmas, the American judiciary gave telecommunications corporations a huge present. On January 14 a federal appeals court decided to weaken the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) Internet Neutrality policy by striking down the rules it adopted in 2010 to regulate Internet service […]