April 26, 2010
by Sandra Neish
Mad Men should be set in the halls of Congress. After all, no advertisers are better than those who pimp politics. Architects of campaigns come in the shape and guise of advisers, public relations gurus and, lest we forget, entertainment political commentators.
America is a commercial society. A single ad run during the Super Bowl costs an outlandish amount of money and could potentially influence millions. Next time your favorite prime-time television show comes on, look closely at the commercials. They try to convince you that you have a need for their product or service. Don’t forget to look at the program itself. Companies also pay to have their products placed within a show.
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February 22, 2010
by Sandra Neish
Since it felt really good to tell Dick Cheney to stuff it this morning, I thought I’d continue the trend into Liquid Lunch! Feel free to jump on the bandwagon and post comments about those you would like to tell to STFU. Consider this an open post!
STFU, Faux Noise! Health care is a big deal! Jobs aren’t going to materialize because you talk about them or pass legislation and unemployed people don’t have insurance and employed people get charged out the ass for insurance! So quit scaring people about something that is a GOOD THING! And last I checked, the Republicans have NO PLAN for either issue! Why don’t you scare people about those arrogant fuck-tards not knowing how to do anything but yell “NO!” like children? (Faux Noise)
STFU, House Minority Leader John Boehner! See above for – YOU DON’T HAVE ANY PLANS OF YOUR OWN! Why are you idiot Republicans not coming to the table with ANYTHING? Seriously? And if you can’t come up with a better plan that doesn’t pander to your financial backers, then shut the fuck up and let the big boys and girls do the business of the nation! (HuffPost)
STFU, Sarah Palin! You talk about “death panels,” yet your grandson has socialized medicine! Could you be a bigger hypocrite? (HuffPost)
…like I said before, feel free to tell more people to STFU! You’ll feel better! Comment away, Bar Flies!!
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February 22, 2010
by Sandra Neish
Jack has had to deal with the evil known as Comcast (or Comcrap, as we like to call them), so I will be delivering the Monday rant.
Everybody and their mama over at CPAC creamed their pants over Dick Cheney showing up. I’ve never heard cries of “run, Dick, run!” before, but to those of you who were around when Nixon (the first Tricky Dick) ran, it’s old hat. Personally, I wouldn’t scream “run, Dick, run!” at Cheney if, say, some old geezer he was duck hunting with pointed a shotgun at his face. I may point and laugh afterward, but that’s just me.
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February 8, 2010
by Sandra Neish
Congressman John Murtha (D-PA) has passed away at the age of 77. He apparently died of complications following gallbladder surgery. (HuffPost)
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February 8, 2010
by Sandra Neish
The Republicans have some new supporters: Wall Street! After all, Wall Street wants more freedom to destroy the economy again and Republicans want to give it to them. Match made in Financial Hell! (AMERICAblog)
Geaux Saints!!! (Who Dat Saint)
Sarah Palin needs notes to remember her main points. And the surprise-o-meter hasn’t registered anything. (The Hollywood Gossip)
La Palin evidently isn’t upset at Limbaugh using the word “retard.” I guess she’s only insulted when someone she doesn’t need to help her political career uses it. Further proof her “values” are for sale to the highest bidder. (Drinks Before Dinner)
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February 8, 2010
by Jack Manhattan
Who Dat?! First off, congrats to the New Orleans Saints. You all played a great game. In honour of that game, and the fact that I actually stayed up to watch it all, I will be brief.
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February 1, 2010
by Sandra Neish
The Joint Chiefs are evidently concerned that homosexual service members will start dry-humping random people if allowed to come out of the Don’t Ask, Don’t Tell closet. (SENATUS)
Captain Obvious Award: Faux Noise! And people wonder why we call Fox News “Faux Noise!” Here’s your answer: Roger Ailes and Glenn Beck (and that’s just for starters). (Crooks and Liars)
Well, here’s today’s Reason to Binge Drink: the $100 million man from Goldman Sachs – ties in nicely with today’s article on running away from your mortgage. (Gawker)
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February 1, 2010
by Sandra Neish
Welcome to February, Bar Flies! The first day of this month falls on a Martini Monday and one helluva rant is brewing! Recently, we’ve learned of the “move your money” phenomenon. Frankly, I approve. Move your money from the big banks to a credit union or local bank where walking into the lobby is akin to entering the Cheer’s bar.
The newest backlash against Wall Street and the big banks is in the form of “strategic default.” Basically, it means that borrowers get to act like banks. If you’re underwater on your mortgage, walk away. Actually, run like your fucking feet are on fire in the opposite direction.
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January 25, 2010
by Sandra Neish
In honor of the big banks who want to have their cake and eat it, too, today’s drink is the Have Your Cake Martini. And as a true bartender, I can think of nothing better than having your cake and drinking it, too.
As usual, this is for a 6 oz martini. Don’t even think of drinking something smaller. You’re a Bar Fly for crying out loud!
INGREDIENTS:
- 2 oz vanilla vodka
- 2 oz amaretto
- 2 oz pineapple juice
DIRECTIONS:
Pour ingredients into a cocktail shaker half-full of ice. Shake vigorously. Strain into chilled martini glass.
If you want a garnish, go for it. As for me, I’ll inhale this baby too quick!
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January 25, 2010
by Sandra Neish
Looks like for Chemical Ali, the fourth time is the charm. (OrdOh)
Will Ben Bernanke be confirmed? (The Mess That Greenspan Made)
South Carolina has no shortage of idiot politicians – Andre Bauer anyone? or perhaps their current governor? (WriteChic Press)
The banks are pissy because President Obama wants to keep them from screwing the economy again. Maybe the banks should try being a homeowner trying to sell their house right now. Existing home sails fall AGAIN! (The Mess That Greenspan Made)
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January 25, 2010
by Sandra Neish
Last week, Jack wrote about remembering the past and the little things that made us happy then. Today’s rant is all about the big things that kept us happy in the “good ole days.” I’m raising my glass to the past laws that protected the economy from the increasing power of the banks.
Before I start, a little FYI: I like banks, I like money, I like investments, I like savings, I like the FDIC. You know, the little things. I like all that stuff. What I don’t like is the banks having their cake and eating it, too at the expense of the American taxpayer.
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January 18, 2010
by Sandra Neish
Massachusetts Race: Scott Brown loves a hot curling iron up the butt! I love it when Republicans encourage hate-filled support! (AMERICAblog)
This is a good piece on the state of the MLK Dream in 2010. (CommonDreams.org)
Another view on Dr. King and what he would think today. (change.org)
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January 18, 2010
by Sandra Neish
Good Martini Monday to you all! This post is going to be short, sweet and to the point. After all, today is a holiday for many and I’m sure you’ve got more important things to do than read a long-winded rant or history lesson. But even as you enjoy your holiday from work, please don’t forget why this holiday exists.
Today, I’m going to leave you with more questions than I do answers. I want you to think and once you have thought long and hard, I want you to act. I want you to act, not on your basest thoughts, but on your desire to do good.
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January 11, 2010
by Sandra Neish
3 Martini Lunch-time, Bar Flies:
- “Zimbabwean Judiciary Calls for Parties to Uphold Rule of Law.” (Daniel Moloke)
- UPDATE: Last Week’s Reason to Binge Drink should be fired. (Firedoglake)
- If you haven’t laughed in a while: Teddy Partridge is live-blogging the Prop 8 trial. It’s HILARIOUS!!! (The Seminal)
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January 11, 2010
by Jack Manhattan
I’ve been in a vodka mood lately, so, I’m grabbing a bottle of Stoli and hunkering down this morning. I recently came across a trailer on the internet for a documentary called, “Mugabe and the White African.” This film was clandestinely made by two British filmmakers inside Zimbabwe, where there exists a decade long press ban.
It follows the fate of one family’s struggle to keep their farm, bought and paid for legally and after Zimbabwean independence. They are white. Robert Mugabe, the President of Zimbabwe, began, in 2000, the unlawful, and economically crippling act of “land redistribution”, whereby white owned farms are to be appropriated and given, not to capable Black farmers, but to his cronies and their families.
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January 11, 2010
by Sandra Neish
If you are hunkering down with Jack and his bottle of Stoli this morning, this recipe for a Peanut Butter and Jelly Martini will have you blitzed in no time! This is a personal favorite of mine and a huge hit at parties. Trust me, politics plus PB&J Martinis equals a very interesting evening!
INGREDIENTS:
- 2 parts vodka (Stoli, Grey Goose or similar)
- 1 part Chambord
- 1 part Frangelico
- cocktail shaker, 1/2 full of ice
DIRECTIONS:
Pour vodka, Chambord & Frangelico over ice into cocktail shaker. Shake vigorously and strain into chilled martini glass.
Kid comfort food, adult style!
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December 21, 2009
by Sandra Neish
Good Liquid Lunch-time, Bar Flies & thank you for joining us for another edition of The Drunk Report. It’s the first official day of winter and we’re posting a fab edition of Liquid Lunch! Feedback would be appreciated!
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December 21, 2009
by Sandra Neish
Again, we have a wonderful recipe courtesy of Brian Washburn, the Artistic Director of the Robert Andrew iSalon in Gambrills, MD and the Best Damn Hairstylist in the Northeast. It is due to him that my hair always looks it’s best and his color instincts/skills are absolutely fabulous!
Here’s the recipe for a glorious Cran-Apple Cobbler-tini in recognition of today, the official first day of winter. If you’d like to make this cocktail sparkle, I suggest you substitute hard cider for the apple cider it calls for. Either way, it’s totally delish!
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December 21, 2009
by Sandra Neish
Yes, dear Bar Flies, we took the weekend off – travel, holiday parties, we would have been completely incoherent anyway.
As of today, we are back in action! Martini Monday is striking again! And this time, the focus of our ire is the US Army. Well, one guy in particular. His name is Major General Anthony Cucolo. I vote to re-christen him Major General Culo! Because this is one big ole ass!
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December 14, 2009
by Sandra Neish
Liquid Lunch is only one item of business! I encourage you to watch this clip and laugh. Also, as a Catholic, I am deeply ashamed of the Catholic Church for trying to interfere in matters of state. The idea that the Church would close homeless shelters and cut off social services because a secular government extended equality to all citizens makes me sick. Perhaps they need to re-read that whole “render unto Caesar” bit again.
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