Iowa is the most civilized state I have lived in. Or was, anyway, when I lived there many years ago. Assuming the same is still true, I would expect Iowans to prefer political promises to work over p… (View Post)

FPT: A reminder: The US election is also for the House and Senate (And, literally thousands of state and local offices). As of now, I think it likely that the Republicans will take control of the Sen… (View Post)

A reminder: The US election is also for the House and Senate (And, literally thousands of state and local offices). As of now, I think it likely that the Republicans will take control of the Senate, … (View Post)

Sandpit - It isn't just London. Some years ago the NYT did a story on the effects high gas prices had on workers in Mississippi, many of whom had to drive 20 miles or more to find jobs. The newspaper… (View Post)

"I would rather lick a sweaty americans armpit than go in one through choice" Well, tastes differ, but I have to admit that's a new one on me. But if you and the American are both consentin… (View Post)