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Near the dawn of MTV when women in giant chicken suits still roamed the earth, a band called The Breakfast Club released this catchy tune. Madonna was the drummer in this band in the early 80s and is rumored to have dated both the lead singer and the drummer. Music is such an incestuous business… [...]
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This provocative tune by Tommy James and the Shondells was the #1 hit in 1969 and one of the biggest hits in the 1960s. I’ve always liked this song. It’s strangely evocative in ways that were no doubt perturbing to the heavily starched parents of the 60s… What do you think? Could you dance to [...]
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A victory for Romney in California would be a big pothole on McCain’s road to the nomination, but it would not be the end of the road. McCain still leads big in New Jersey and New York. Fasten your seatbelts, tomorrow is going to be a wild ride for both Republicans and Democrats… REUTERS.COM – [...]
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All this debate about who is the rightful heir of the Reagan Revolution has driven questions about Romney’s religion right out of the national spotlight. Well, mostly. I think Huckabee is staying in the race largely because of Romney’s faith, although he would never admit it…
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There have been occasions when the Dadman and the kids have head-rocked to this song. Chris Kattan’s cameo at the end of this spot is a nice touch…
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I liked this ad a lot. There were a few others worthy of mention which I will do soon…
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Well, it worked last time… Clinton tears up in appearance the day before Super Tuesday: Rhodeen praised Clinton’s efforts as a college student and said, “Here is the abiding truth we know — you have always been a champion for children. Welcome home, dear friend. We are so proud of you.” Clinton’s eyes appeared to [...]
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How does a ship sail upwind? At first blush this would seem to be impossible, but it is not impossible. In fact well-designed and well-crewed sailboats can sail upwind at surprisingly respectable speeds. How do they do it? Basically the answer has to do with the fact that a ship experiences two forces while in [...]
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The largest and most powerful U.S. fighter of WWII. Also known as the “Jug.” Was it better than the P-51 Mustang?
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