In the wake of the massive and tragic earthquake which struck Japan, one nuclear reactor has experienced a meltdown and several others are now showing signs of possibly doing so.  Not surprisingly, some are already citing this situation as reason and cause to avoid the use of nuclear power in the U.S. Is the argument valid or is there an alternative?

Islamic radicalization to be examined by Congress

Congress will coven hearings this week to explore the reasons underlying radicalism of Muslim adherents in America. Is this a proverbial witch hunt or I there a legitimate need to explore this condition? Do you have any expectations on the outcome o the hearings? Do you think Islamic radicalization is a problem?

Temp Check in Hell Please - NYT Blames Public Sector Unions

In an opinion piece titled, "State Workers and N.Y.’s Fiscal Crisis" the New York Times rightly points the fiscal finger of blame at public sector unions and the "you scratch my back and I'll scratch yours" elected officials that spent the state of New York into fiscal disaster.

Is the Obama Administration in Contempt for Stalling on Oil Drilling?

in February, the U.S. Dept of  Interior was found to be in contempt, citing "dismissive conduct" by blocking offshore drilling during last year's Gulf spill. Judge Martin Feldman has ordered the Interior Dept to issues its finding and ruling on several permit applications that have been stalled for more than a year in a thinly veiled stalling behavior directed by the Obama administration.  Now, with oil over a hundred dollars a barrel and gas already over $4 in some of the nation's larger population centers, the strangle-hold tactics being used by the administration is about to deal a pulse stopping blow to the economy on life-support and barely showing a heartbeat. The question now is, whether or not the Executive Branch will act in a responsible way to save the patient?  

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Florida Judge says The Obamacare Death Clock is Ticking

Judge Vinson has had all he can stand and he can't stand no more of the delaying tactics of the Obama administration. He has given them seven days to submit an appeal to his ruling on the Healthcare Act as unconstitutional or he will "pull the plug" on Obamacare's life support. Several media outlets portrayed this as a victory for the highly controversial Act, while conservative giant, Rush Limbaugh, pointed out in this article and commentary that it was anything but.

NASA Scientist Claims Evidence of Alien Life

It may not be grays or little green men, but a NASA scientist says he's got the proof. Is humanity ready to share the universe?

"Heart Attack Grill" Spokesman Bites It at 29

At 575 pounds,  Blair River, spokesman for the infamous "Heart Attack Grill," died on Tuesday. The 6-foot-8 River was a Larger than life representative of the iconic hamburger restaurant which features massive portion sizes with equally massive calories. Additionally, River was an Arizona state heavyweight wrestling champion in 1999. Rest in Peace sir.

NASA's Half Billion Dollar Boo Boo

NASA and the Orbital Sciences Corporation (OSC) put their second attempt to monitor global climate in the ocean, "Rocket probably plunged into Pacific after failed launch, NASA says - The Boston Globe" Thoughts?

Will Obama Intervene in the event of an NFL Strike?

Earlier this week, President Obama claimed that he would not intervene in the NFL situation which may result in a strike by the Players Association union. Further, he specifically directed the parties of the $9 Billion industry to "Work it out without me." In the event of a strike, do you beleive that he will refrain from becoming involved or will he succumb to the temptation to "Do Something." to fix it?

Why Aren't Electric Cars Selling?

Reports detail that:

GM sells just 281 Chevy Volts in February, NISSAN only moves 67 Leafs... To what do you attribute this poor selling performance, Economy or Product?

Is the GOP House of Representatives Meeting Your Expectations?

Having been in control of the House now for a couple of months, is the GOP lead House meeting your expectations for performance and direction? Would you like to do more, less, and at what pace? Is there something specifically you want them to do?

Should President Obama be Elected to a 2nd Term?

With opinions running strongly on both sides of the discussion, please share your thoughts and opinions on whether or not President Obama should be elected to a second term in office and the underlying reasons for your opinion.

Who Should be the GOP Candidate in 2012?

The field of candidates is forming but largely undefined and there is as yet, no clear leader. Whom do you feel would be the best candidate for the 2012 election and why?