Could Obama be the worst president ever? That’s what some voters are saying, and while some of us would still rather have him than Gingrich, it makes you wonder, why do so many people hate him? After all, Osama Bin Ladin was captured and killed under Obama rule. How quickly we forget. So let’s take a look.

1. The Anti Bullying Campaign – Okay so maybe you don’t care, because you think there are bigger issues at hand. However, for me, this make Obama seem at the very least, more human. Maybe it’s because he has daughters who are still in school and he wants schools to be better for all kids in the future, maybe it’s just because he thinks it’s good marketing. Either way, more suicides due to bullying have come to light, and Obama has started a movement that involves many previously bullied kids. There are still plenty of parents who believe that “toughing it out” is best and teachers and administrators who continue to do nothing, but is it really so horrible for an American president to try to change things up on a national level?
2. ObamaCare – Let’s be honest for a moment. Most of us have no idea what ObamaCare actually entails. We think that this is a socialist movement that is going to make the government our healthcare provider. Technically, ObamaCare does extend government benefits to more low income adults, but private companies are still in place. Citizens are required to have insurance, and insurance companies have to adhere to stricter regulations, which include being unable to turn clients down due to certain medical conditions. Many diabetics for one can appreciate the positive effects of this.

This is all fine and good, but what has he done for us lately? Half of us hate ObamaCare, and many think that an anti-bullying campaign and better food in schools is inconsequential.

• Signed a financial reform law to protect the average American
• Required lenders to verify applicants’ credit history, income, and employment status to prevent another lender crisis
• Prohibited proprietary trading in banks (trading the bank’s money to turn a profit in a way that conflicts with consumers’ interests).
• Signed a financial reform law so that shareholders of publically traded companies can vote on executive pay
• Reduced prescription drug costs for Medicare patients by 50%
• Signed away $12.2 Billion in funding for the Individuals with Disabilities Act
• Gave same sex partners of federal employees greater benefits
• Appointed openly gay officials, more than any other president in history
• Created more private sector jobs in 2010 than the entire Bush era
• Provided a voluntary list and disclosure of white house visitors for the first time in American history.
• Eliminated the Global Gag Rule, which allows the US to give money to organizations, regardless of whether or not they provide abortion services.
• Allowed the FDA to regulate the manufacturing, marketing, and tobacco for the first time ever

Sounds like Obama has done pretty much nothing. What a horrible president….

Move over cowboys, there’s a new game in town, and it’s known as Green Bay. America likes winners, and with Tony Romo at the helm, you are not winners. On the other hand, the consistent and effective Aaron Rodgers literally teamed with players who are setting NFL records or coming close to in their first and second years in the NFL until recently, seemed unbeatable. The chiefs left more than one fan shaking their heads.

In fact, Rodgers alone is gaining quite a bit of recognition, being referred to as a major MVP and major contender. The difference between him and many other famous quarterbacks is that not only is Rodgers young, he also seems to be taking everything in stride, not necessarily letting things get to his head.

22% may not seem like a lot, but with so many teams, competition is fierce. The cowboys finished second with half that, only 11% of the vote as many watcher’s “favorite team” in the NFL. The cowboys were followed by the Bears, Giants, and Steelers.

Green bay was the first team to ever win a superbowl, and since then, they have played many landmark games and seasons. However, up until now, attention was always on the Cowboys, who have arrogantly called themselves “America’s team.” However, ironically, there are some polls that show that the Cowboys may now be America’s least favorite team picking up 22% of the vote in those polls. The Chicago Bears came in second with 8% of the vote, and Green bay stands at 7%.

I guess there are some people who just don’t like winners, instead vying for the underdog in most cases. At least for the Kansas City Chiefs, that kind of mentality finally paid off. They’re not known for winning, but beating an undefeated team no matter the circumstances is still something to celebrate.

You should also know that when split up by party, there was a definite bias toward Green bay among virtually all parties. When comparing Green bay to the cowboys, 60% of Republicans, 44% of Democrats, and 44% of independents all jumped on board with Green bay.

Call him what you will, Gingrich has brought an interesting face to the Republican elections. He has recently been offered $1 million according to reports, because Michael Savage wants him to drop out of the race. Not only does he have a very public history of philandering, it seems the only reason some Christian religious groups are sticking with him is because they hate Mormons. They liked Cain….until his problems came out and he conveniently used his wife to explain his removal from presidential candidacy.

However, whether or not you are anti-semetic, or maybe you are among those who just don’t like Middle Eastern people, specifically Muslims, you gotta admit, Gingrich has sunk to a new low. McCain got in trouble for racist remarks and even a slur used when referring to the Vietnamese, but that was largely swept under the rug because he “didn’t mean it”, and there just aren’t that many Vietnamese people around.

The problem for Gingrich, outside of what he has recently said, is that there are just as many supporters who are especially sensitive about anything he might say about Middle Eastern people as there are people who are determined to think of them as terrorists. Frankly, some of the people who hate Muslims also hate Jews and anybody who they believe is part of the “Jewish conspiracy”, so you get a sort of catch 22. They love Gingrich for joining their fight against Islam, but they hate him for protecting Jews. What do you do.

So what did he say that was so bad?

According to Newt, Palestinians don’t even exist, and you gotta admit, even to the most fervent oppose of Islam, this seems incredibly stupid, and that’s if you’re being generous. According to Gingrich, they are an “invented people” specifically made up to destroy Jews…..a little paranoid, or maybe drunk or high today Mr. Gingrich? He may just be trying to please the media to keep them on his side, because who in the media doesn’t love controversy. Let’s face it, it sells papers, air time, everything, and whether or not they agree with him, they make more money.

Maybe he’s just trying to appeal to the eccentrics of our day, the people who will keep screaming and never shut up. Either way, we say epic fail. According to Gingrich, Palestinian groups are “terrorists.” Nevermind the fact that half the attacks in that area come from Israelis, who are just as violent, in some cases more violent. However, he seems to think that “sometimes it’s helpful to have a president of the United States who tells the truth.” If that’s his version of the truth, maybe he should be on a 72 hour hold.

His key opponent, Mitt Romney has graciously limited his statements to thinking that Gingrich’s comments were a “mistake.” Likewise, Lieberman, an independent from Connecticut and an Orthodox Jew himself has stated, “whatever one’s view of history, the Palestinian people-hood is a reality today, and we have to respect and deal with that reality as we try to resolve the conflict.”

Reported to now be a 29 year old man, one John Doe has filed a new lawsuit against former Coach Sandusky. Less than 2 weeks from his trial, the statute of limitations has long passed on this man’s case, leaving some wondering why he stayed silent for so long. Technically, this phenomenon has been explained on various media features, but it never hurts to explain it again.

This particular victim claims to have been molested by Sandusky over 100 times when he was a teenager, and his family claims that their entire family was torn apart by it. Obviously, there is no physical evidence, but none of this is particularly surprising considering everything that has come to light.

Starting in the early 90’s, this man alleges that Sandusky sexually abused him, and because of that, he is filing a lawsuit against Sandusky, Penn State, and the Second Mile for going so far as to cover the problem up. Realistically, it was only a matter of time before a lawsuit like this would emerge.

The Phenomenon Behind the Silence

This particular victim stayed silent for quite a few years allegedly, and we cannot really blame him as much as we would blame other authorities and disgraced coaches and Penn State staff. Yes, he could have prevented multiple victimizations had he come forward, but he has been alleged to be a victim himself.

It has been studied and shown that many victims feel that it is their fault. These survivors feel that they somehow contributed to the problem, feeling a growing sense of shame and remorse, even though they obviously didn’t do anything wrong. Especially with children so young, in this case starting when he was 10, many victims can be easily intimidated with some perpetrators even threatening their families’ safety if they come forward.

In this case, Sandusky was one perpetrator who allegedly threatened the victim’s family. With his position in the community and his position of power, it would be perfectly plausible to a child that this could happen. Obviously, adults thought to protect him or fear the backlash, and with all of the protests, sometimes even leading to threats against those who did come forward, he had valid reason to be afraid. Even though he couldn’t have known how bad the response would be from the community, he feared this older man who was at the time a lot bigger than him.

The victim claims that he was showered with gifts and trips, which only added to his feelings of guilt. After all, this person was treating him well, how could he betray him and report the abuse?

This case may or may not be valid. Many experts in the field of sexual abuse would investigate any allegations closely. There are plenty of people who would come forward in order to get money or attention. Parents have been known to sacrifice their children for just this purpose.

Psychologists will most likely evaluate Sandusky’s “type” before supporting or denying this man’s or any other victim’s allegations. That is actually one of the easiest ways to weed out the fakes. Even perpetrators with hundreds of victims tend to follow a pattern, choosing victims in the same basic age group, with the same hair color, same eye color, or other similar physical characteristics.

The latest in a string of firings, Franco Harris, an old Penn State alumni has been fired from his newest job for his very public support of Paterno and his related comments. Are Penn State students going to protest this too? Ashton Kutcher may have expressed support for Paterno and said stupid things, but at least he thought twice when he actually bothered to find out why it was that Paterno was being fired now and not at the end of the season as he would have liked, when he was planning to retire anyway.

Harris was a spokesman in the Pittsburgh area, a Superbowl MVP, Hall of Famer, Businessman in his own rite, and all around someone who seemed like a good guy, a good representative. I can guarantee that his employers didn’t see this bombshell coming, even for a second.

He was hired to “assist in the entertainment facility with various outreach activities, charitable events, and public appearances”, but now the same company doesn’t want his name staining their reputation, which is perfectly understandable. Unlike Kutcher, Harris has been perfectly aware of the circumstances behind the scandal, we would assume right from the start.

He started by blasting the Penn State Board of Trustees for firing Paterno, saying that “I thought they showed no courage, not to back someone who really needed it at the time. They were saying the football program under Joe was at fault.”

Frankly, I don’t see how this situation ruins the football program. Yes, they had to change coaches mid season, but realistically, he ignored repeated reports from staff and players about child abuse in his locker room, in his school, and in his organization. I’m sure the victims that could have been saved by his reporting the incidents wouldn’t agree with extending him a courtesy they never got.

He further stated “They’re linking the football program to the scandal, and possibly, the cover up.” Investigation has shown that there were coaches, school officials, school police officials, and even a detective at the time who were informed of the situation and chose not to report or prosecute it. That reflects on the entire school, not just the football program and staff.

As a result of this, a statement was released reading “In light of recent developments with Franco Harris regarding Joe Paterno’s dismissal, Franco and the Meadows have mutually decided to put their business relationship on hold at this time, while these matters are looked into further.” In other words, it’s a polite way of saying “you’re fired.”

Sandusky is currently facing 25 counts of deviate sexual intercourse, aggravated indecent assault, unlawful contact with a minor, endangering the welfare of a child, and indecent assault against 8 victims so far with new victims popping up every week, or at least so it seems. Things are not looking good for Sandusky, anybody involved with the coverup, ad in general, anybody involved with him or Paterno, especially with his most recent released of “I shouldn’t have showered with those boys,” but somehow he’s not a child molester.

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Since his death, there has been a myriad of responses to Jamey’ Rodemeyer’s death. Last May, he added his video to the It Gets Better Project as a gay youth, and while he had been bullied prior to that, he was continually bullied both at school and online. Like some others, he hoped to encourage others like himself to look forward, to give hope.

The 14 year old teen from Buffalo, New York was found dead outside of his own home, apparently having taken his own life.

In his video, he thanked Lady Gaga for her support of the gay community, and she has since dedicated one of her songs to him in memoriam not only of his death, but his struggle and life, and many have continued to play that recording when they play that song.

Jamey received messages such as “JAMIE IS STUPID, GAY, FAT, ANND UGLY. HE MUST DIE!” from what would seem to be random strangers online. He also received support from other unknown strangers, but friends have reported extreme taunts that did not subside. Friends reported the taunts on Formspring, but it wasn’t enough.

According to reports, Jamey was seeing a counselor, and he was encouraged by the outpouring of support from other kids like him and celebrities associated with the It Gets Better Project. However, judging by the response to his death from kids in his own school, many are still hoping for major changes in the future.

More recently, it was reported that taunting has continued even after his death. While attending a school dance shortly after his wake, friends of Rodemeyer started chanting for him after Lady Gaga’s song was played, which was repudiated by a crowd of bullies chanting “You’re better off dead!” and “we’re glad you’re dead!”

Jamey’s death has drawn responses from major figures including Lady Gaga, President Obama, and Ricky Martin to name a few, all of whom have openly condemned the actions that led to the teen’s death. There are also reports that his death has attracted more attention and support for the project he supported so fully in life. However, the full impact remains to be seen.

Since the death of well-known singer Amy Winehouse, controversy has swirled around her death, the cause, and her final moments. There are some who for obvious reasons attributed her death to alcoholism and drug use while others have denied it, because there has been no proof introduced as of yet.

Recently, reports have stated that there was alcohol in her system, but it is unclear whether chronic alcoholism or drug use or the alcohol in her bloodstream could have contributed to her death. Either way, she was found dead in her London home as of July 23.

Her father stated that Winehouse had been suffering from occasional seizures to which he attributed her untimely death, also stating that she used alcohol to fight anxiety while using prescription Librium to fight the withdrawal symptoms of alcohol.

However, only recently released is the final video performance of Winehouse combined with the infamous Tony Bennett singing “Body and Soul.”

Given her previous performances and style combined with her death, this video seems to be a haunting and yet beautiful reminder of all that Amy Winehouse was in her time.

Interestingly enough, Winehouse looked perfectly healthy and some would say happy in this particular video, showing no signs of imminent death, which some would expect given her end. This particular video emerged a full 2 months after her death, and some still wonder what else will come to light. However, many consider this to be bittersweet, both for family and fans.

Fans and others alike continue to talk about Winehouse’s death, the possible causes, and the mixed legacy she has left behind. However, it is hard to deny her talent for singing and her dedication to that particular part of her life that many will continue to remember for years to come.

Ever since Chaz Bono (previously Chastity Bono) came out as transgender and officially went through the necessary surgeries to become a man, controversy has surrounded him as one of the best known transgender individuals in the world. However, even with his famous parents and previous notoriety, his recent addition to the Dancing with the Stars cast has stirred up even more controversy, and some would even say trouble for both the show and Bono.

Bono has become the first major target for critics of the show, with some saying that a transgender person should not be allowed on a “family show” just as some suggested that a gay man should never have been allowed on American Idol (despite the fact that there have now been at least 2). However, these detractors have attracted just as many critiques from people who believe that Bono has every right to be on the show and believe his critics to be nothing more than bigots, including both his mother, Cher, and co cast member Lacey Schwimmer.

Discussion boards have been filled with some asking whether Bono will dance as a man or woman, though the answer seems obvious to me. He now considers himself a man. However, it has become extremely clear that Bono sees this as an opportunity for transgender activism, bringing recognition to this particular sect of people and trying to fight discrimination.

What kind of discrimination you might ask?

According to the first survey of its kind conducted in February of 2011, the National Gay and Lesbian Task Force and the National Center for Transgender Equality reported that more than half of the 6000 transgender and gender non-conforming individuals surveyed reported being harassed in the workplace. 19% reported being refused homes or apartments, and 41% had attempted suicide, which is 26 times the national average.

Because of incidences such as that of a 22 year old transgender women who was brutally attacked by a woman and child at a suburban Baltimore McDonalds, it is more than clear to activists like Bono that something has to be done. The fact that it is currently unclear whether transgender discrimination in the US is getting better or worse simply increases motivation for many activists who want transgender individuals to be simply seen as people.

Now, the country is in uproar on 2 sides about whether or not Bono, a transgender advocate, has the right to be on DWTS who underwent sexual reassignment surgery at the age of 39. Many say it is simply shining a harsh light on the ignorance of many Americans. Despite all of this, Bono and DWTS seem determined to move forward.

Winehouse spent years partying with drugs and drinking. On Saturday, July 23 Amy Winehouse was found dead. She was 27 years old at the time of her passing.

Her father has been quoted saying that she died as a result of alcohol withdrawal symptoms. According to him, Amy hadn’t been drinking for three weeks before the incident. Mitch says that the sudden “shock” of sobriety is what caused the sudden death.

A friend of Winehouse’s said this at her funeral service: “Doctors had told Amy to gradually reduce her intake of alcohol and avoid bingeing at all costs. Amy told him she couldn’t do that. It was all or nothing and she gave it up completely. Mitch said the shock of giving up, after everything she had been through over a bad few years was just too much for her to take.”

Severe alcohol withdrawn can lead to symptoms such as fevers, seizures, and hallucinations. Liver specialist, Professor Roger Williams told news that it is unlikely that Amy died from giving up alcohol. He did say that is it possible to die of alcohol withdrawal, but only within the first 36 hours of quitting.

Three days before her death, there are reports of Amy drinking gin at the iTunes festival in London. Mitch says that the reports are false and that defends his daughter’s sobriety.

Confirmed cause of death has not been determined, although an inconclusive post-mortem was held Monday, July 25.