Equality For All

It's true, Keith Olbermann made me very angry yesterday when I learned he doesn't vote. But then he wins me back by chastising those who voted in support of prop. 8, which called for a ban on gay marriage. An emotional yet eloquent piece, Olbermann references the absurdity of past laws that denied interracial marriage and also reminds us that any religious reasons for supporting a ban are in direct contradiction to the Biblical concept of doing 'unto others as you would have them do unto you.'

Let us also note, the term 'marriage' is man-made. The restrictions and boundaries the technical definition imposes are something humans created many, many years ago. Legally allowing gay marriage does not insult some other-worldly, spiritual concept, it merely corrects man's mistake, his long time homophobia that existed from the beginning of the spoken word because homosexuality, a biological state, has existed since the introduction of man on this earth.

11/11: Four Number One's!

It's 11/11 and to celebrate this pony holiday, Target is releasing Christina Aguilera's greatest hits album: Keeps Getting Better! Clearly, I will be purchasing this during my lunch break.

Question: why is Xtina's Target commercial so much better than the music video?

For all necessary Christina updates, check out her website, which also unveiled its new look!

What A Load!

Turns out Keith Olbermann's rants are just empty words: the MSNBC host doesn't even vote! If you don't vote, then you can't complain, so if you are paid to report, investigate and even speak out against political leaders, then voting should be part one your job requirements. Olbermann claims his non-vote is a "symbolic gesture." Well guess what, buddy? Your vote is cast by secret ballot! But you wouldn't know that since you can't make it to the polls to truly let your voice be heard, not just raise it on television.

I Don't Want to Judge, But...

Isn't this baby friggin' huge?!

Rachel Getting Married

To calm my election anxiety, I saw this movie on Tuesday night. I knew Obama won Ohio's electoral votes, so I went into the theatre, and came out 2 hours later to hear of his victory!

Anyways, if you venture out to see this movie, be prepared to cry. For me, the most touching moment was during the wedding ceremony when the groom sang (acapella) Neil Young's Unknown Legend. Simple. Beautiful.

My Favorite Obama Image

Worry Wart

Naomi Watts' son, Alexander, shows consistency with his worried mug. Poor guy, he must be thinking about the economy.

Barney and Friends

The best thing about George W. Bush occupying the White House is one of his dogs, Barney. Almost as powerful as Dick Cheney, Barney even got his own Christmas special, hosted by W. Now we know what he was up to while our country slowly went down hill. Mr. Obama, if you come through on the puppy promise to your daughters, please spend more time fixing our country than doing location shots with your dog.

*Please enjoy the low-budget audio that gives the Bush twins a lisp!

Run Like the Wind

For those of you who aren't aware, I'm very athletic. I love running and will not stop for anyone.

My Thoughts Exactly

This is how I feel about waiting for election results.

Straight Street

A fellow LA resident (and Kathy Geist wannabe), Anita pointed me to this MTV/Obama interview. MTV's Sway asked Obama questions that came straight from viewers and one wanted to know what Obama thinks of "lifestyle legislation like anti-sagging-pants ordinances, [and] asked whether he feels those mandates intrude on civil liberties." A proud father of 2, Obama used his oldest daughter, Malia, in an example he presented as a response,

"I think that it's one thing if an employer discriminates on the basis of gender or sexual orientation or, obviously, race," he said. But by the same token, "I think employers can set standards. You have [dread] 'locks," he continued, pointing to Sway's hair, "but you look clean, man. It's tight. My little girl has twists, Malia. I think, to me, it looks great. Obviously, I'd be upset if she were discriminated against on that basis... as long as they aren't discriminating on the basis of things people can't control."

I’m not a regular mom, I’m a cool mom.

11/4/08

This is my 3rd time voting in a presidential election and I could not have been more excited to cast my vote for Obama/Biden! Not only did I cast my vote, but I also got a free coffee at Starbucks. So, if you need an edible voting incentive, there is free ice cream at Ben & Jerry's or you can get a free doughnut at Krispy Kreme. But whatever your reason, just go VOTE!

Fingers Crossed

Cute Not Sloot

I'm not a fan of The Hills, but I must give Lauren Bosworth (aka Lo) some major credit: she did a totally cute Halloween costume without looking totally slutty! Could this be a new trend?

Jam the Vote

For those of you in LA and who don't want to read the encyclopedia of new propositions mailed to you for tomorrow's election, the LA Times has made it easy. This guide is short and to the point, giving you arguments for an against the props. Remember, elections polls are open on 11/4 7am-8pm! Yes We Can!